Ivy's Skillern Elementary

10/19/2026

Galleria in the Gorge: A Fall Celebration!

Looking for the perfect autumn weekend outing for the whole family? Join us for Galleria in the Gorge, a vibrant fall celebration packed with cars, artisan crafts, delicious food, live music, and family-friendly fun—all for a great cause!

📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Skillern Elementary, 8459 Springfield Rd. Soddy-Daisy, TN
🌧️ Weather: Rain or Shine!
🎟️ Admission: FREE entry (Fundraiser event — donations, auction bids, vendor, & food purchases are encouraged to support Ivy Academy’s Skillern Elementary).

What To Expect:
🚘 Car Show presented by Soddy-Daisy Cruisers Car Club
🐐 Petting Zoo & Hay Rides
🎃 Pumpkin Sales & Artisan Vendors
🎯 Kid Games & Campus Golf Cart Tours
🎶 Live Music
🌶️ Chili Cook-Off & Food Trucks
🍁 Silent Auction - includes art, one-of-a-kind baskets, attraction tickets, experiences & more!

💡 Pro Tip: Bring cash or a card to support the silent auction, food vendors, chili voting, and pumpkin purchases—every dollar raised supports Skillern Elementary!

10/19/2026

GALLERIA IN THE GORGE: AUCTION SNEAK PEEK! Scroll through to see descriptions and view our auction items. We will be uploading more images daily!

We have some incredible pieces of art coming to this year’s silent auction, and you won’t want to miss these! ✨

📅 Join us for the 2nd Annual Galleria in the Gorge THIS SATURDAY October 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

10/19/2026

What did our scholars do over Fall Break? 🍂

From exploring Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C., to riding the rides at Dollywood, soaking up the sun at the beach, making magical memories at Disney World, and enjoying a staycation at home, our scholars made the most of their time off! ❤️

We loved seeing all the fun and special memories made with family and friends! Now it’s time to bring that fall break joy back to campus! 🍁📚

We can’t wait to see everyone back tomorrow!!

10/19/2026

We still have lots of silent auction volunteer slots available! Please consider signing up to help this Saturday! We cannot make this event a success without the help of our Skillern community!!

✨ SILENT AUCTION: The Countdown is On!

The Galleria in the Gorge on October 24th is right around the corner, and we need your help to make it a success!

📌 Item Submission Deadline:
Please enter all auction items by Friday, October 16th at 6:00 PM. This gives our team enough time to create bidding sheets and prepare event materials.

🔗 Submit Your Auction Items Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjVtq5cxKusnaXQAlg4ZoRtHU63g-7lNunQdSthG2UzrlMYw/viewform

🙌 Calling All Volunteers!
An event this big takes a team! Check out the available volunteer slots and pick a role that fits your schedule and strengths.

🔗 Sign Up to Volunteer: https://www.evite.com/signup-sheet/5678422442115072/?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_source=evitelink&utm_medium=sharable_invite

👀 Sneak Peek Coming Soon!
Keep an eye out for a preview of the incredible items donated by our Skillern Community!

10/19/2026

We still have lots of kids alley volunteer slots available! Please consider signing up to help this Saturday! We cannot make this event a success without the help of our Skillern community!!

WE NEED YOU 🎉

Our annual Galleria in the Gorge fundraising event is right around the corner, and to make it a true success, we need all hands on deck!

Volunteering is a quick and easy way to support our community, and if every family signs up for just one shift, everyone gets to relax and enjoy the rest of the day!

💡 Pro-Tip: Bring along your spouse or grandparents to hang with the kids while you complete your slot—it’s a great way to turn it into a fun family outing!

Ready to pitch in? Grab a spot on our sign-up sheet here: https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0E4AA5AE23A1FCC43-66259039-galleria?useFullSite=false

Can’t volunteer? Consider purchasing a prize for our Kids Alley game zone! https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/1OS7A59IDVBGV?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ggr-subnav-share_Q6YVTZ9C969GCTJC35DQ&language=en-US

Thank you for your support—we couldn't do it without you!

10/18/2026

What have our scholars been up to over Fall Break? 🍁

We want to see all the fun, adventures, and memories our Skillern scholars have been making this week! 💛

📸 Send us a DM with ONE photo from your Fall Break adventures, and tomorrow morning, we’ll share all the photos on our page!

We can’t wait to see what everyone has been up to and welcome our scholars back on Tuesday!

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

GALLERIA AUCTION SNEAK PEEK: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES! ✨

Looking to pamper your pup, elevate your business, or capture special memories? Our Professional Services section has something for everyone! 📸🐾💻

Check out these amazing items you can bid on at Galleria in the Gorge!

🐾 Chattagroomer — $100 Gift Certificate
Donated by: Chattagroomer
Fair Market Value: $100
Starting Bid: $40
🔗 https://www.chattagroomer.com

📱 Logan Dunham Print/Digital Marketing — $150 Gift Certificate
Fair Market Value: $150
Starting Bid: $40
Put this toward your business’s next big idea, whether it’s social media marketing, print materials, or digital marketing services!
www.facebook.com/logandunhammarketing

📸 Jacky Kaye Photography — Session Fee
Fair Market Value: $249
Starting Bid: $75
Capture those special moments with a photography session!
🔗 https://www.jackykaye.com

Every auction bid supports Skillern Elementary and helps make a difference for our scholars!

📍 Join us for Galleria in the Gorge on October 24 from 9:30 AM–3:00 PM for a day of shopping, community, and exciting auction finds!

10/15/2026

GALLERIA IN THE GORGE: SILENT AUCTION SNEAK PEEK!

Next up, we’re highlighting our HOME & GARDEN section! 🪴✨ Whether you’re sprucing up your home, tackling a weekend project, or looking for a unique piece made with Skillern pride, these auction items are worth checking out!

Elder’s Ace Hardware — $50 Gift Card
Donated by: Elder’s Ace Hardware
💰 Fair Market Value: $50
🎟️ Starting Bid: $15

Walmart — $50 Gift Card
Donated by: Walmart Supercenter in Soddy-Daisy
💰 Fair Market Value: $50
🎟️ Starting Bid: $15

Custom Bamboo Cutting Board
Featuring the Skillern logo, this is a beautiful and practical addition to any kitchen!
Donated by: A Skillern Grandfather at FP Designs
💰 Fair Market Value: $50
🎟️ Starting Bid: $20

Georgia Oak Live Edge Bench
A unique, handcrafted bench made from Georgia oak by one of our very own Skillern grandfathers!
Donated by: A Skillern Grandfather at FP Designs
💰 Fair Market Value: $75
🎟️ Starting Bid: $25

💚 We are so thankful for the generous local businesses and Skillern family members who help make our silent auction possible. Your support makes a difference in our school community!

📅 Join us Saturday, October 24, from 9:30 AM–3 PM for the 2nd Annual Galleria in the Gorge!

10/15/2026

2nd - 5th grade scholars have been busy making ceramic chili bowls and spoon rests to sell at Galleria in the Gorge! Both bowls and spoon rests will be $10 each, these proceeds will go towards our growing school!