Sutherland Elementary School makes a difference by creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is valued, challenged, and encouraged to succeed. Our dedicated staff works together to provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love for learning. We emphasize strong academic foundations while also promoting character development, creativity, and collaboration. Through strong partnerships with families and the community, we ensure that every child receives the support they need to reach their full potential. At Sutherland, we believe in educating the whole child and preparing our students to be confident, compassionate, and capable leaders of tomorrow. Sutherland’s strengths lie in the partnerships that are created among the students, staff, parents, friends and the community.
About Us
Sutherland History
Sutherland Elementary School, located in the northern part of Dinwiddie County, opened its doors January 7, 2008. Sutherland replaced Rohoic Elementary which operated for 40 years. Rohoic Elementary School, the precursor to Sutherland, was completed in 1968 and accommodated 350 students under the leader ship of Principal Beasley Jones. Grades first through seventh were taught there that year. In 1976 a gymnasium was added in addition to classroom modulars in 1990. To accommodate the growing community and make a good investment Rohoic Elementary became Sutherland at the new schools groundbreaking September 9, 2006. Sutherland now educates all elementary grades; Kindergarten through fifth grade. The faculty and staff of Sutherland Elementary believe that our job is to prepare today’s children for tomorrow’s world by encouraging them to become life-long learners and productive citizens. At Sutherland, we build opportunities for students that promote independence and cooperation through a variety of education experiences in a safe and healthy environment. We are the home of the Scotties and have a Scottish Terrier, McDuff, who come to visit us regularly. In 2016 Dinwiddie County has provided us with out first School Resource Officer.
Deep Roots
Sutherland Elementary, located in the northern part of Dinwiddie County, opened its doors January 7, 2008. Sutherland replaced Rohoic Elementary which operated for 40 years. Sutherland is a school-wide Title I school and has only had 2 principals since its inception. The faculty is committed to the success of all students. The diverse student population consists of 48% Black, 38% White, 7% Hispanic and 7% other. Of the 542 students, 55% are eligible for free or reduced lunch, 3% are gifted, 1.4% are English Language Learners, and 8% are students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to question, explore, and investigate whether they are in the classroom, STEAM lab, or any other setting.
Great Heights
The faculty and staff of Sutherland Elementary School believe that it is our job to prepare today’s children for tomorrow’s world by encouraging them to become life-long learners and productive citizens. Our objective is to promote critical thinking and problem solving skills, while stimulating our students to become creative, independent thinkers and individuals of strong moral character. At Sutherland, we strive to build opportunities for students that promote independence and cooperation through a variety of educational experiences in a safe and healthy environment.