On Wednesday, winners of the Superintendent's Art Contest in March were treated to a field trip reward for all of their hard work! The day consisted of African Drum lessons provided by Living Rhythms, a tour of the Andy Griffith Playhouse and Museum, and an art workshop! 🪘🎨🎭
Thank you to the Surry Arts Council for providing our students with an AWESOME day! #ThriveSCS
A test of the Surry County Schools Notification System was conducted this afternoon. If you did not receive a call or email, please alert the main office at your respective school so staff can update your contact information accordingly.
This is a TEST of the SCS Mass Notification System. In the event of weather-related closures or an emergency, SCS will use this system to notify you of matters impacting our campuses. This is only a TEST. Thank you!
Congratulations to the following teachers who were recently notified they have successfully completed the requirements for National Board Certification. These teachers have participated in a rigorous process that helps them advance the quality of teaching and learning in their discipline and with the students they serve at different developmental levels:
▪️Sarah Johnson, Rockford Elementary School (not pictured)
▪️Susan Cromer, East Surry High School
▪️April Payne, Westfield Elementary School
An extra congratulations also goes out to 4 teachers who were recently notified of their successful National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) renewal. To retain NBCT status, teachers must complete a periodic demonstration of their knowledge and skills by submitting a Profile of Professional Growth (PPG) demonstrating how their practice continues to align with the Five Core Propositions in their certificate area.
Congratulations to:
▪️Kristy Cox, Meadowview Magnet Middle School
▪️Courtney Page, Surry Central High School
▪️Wendy Sawyers, Central Middle School
▪️Ashley Talbott, Cedar Ridge Elementary School
Congratulations to all! 🎉
Due to widespread black ice throughout the county, Surry County Schools will transition to a Remote Learning Day today, Friday, January 19, for students and staff. This means all schools and facilities will be closed for students. Elementary students should complete work in their remote learning packets, and middle and high school students should access their assignments on Canvas.
Please see https://www.surry.k12.nc.us/page/remote-learning for additional information on Remote Learning Days.
Surry County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. This delay will help with visibility for bus drivers and allow time for temperatures to increase.
All evening events and activities are canceled for today, Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
Surry County Schools will be closed with an optional teacher workday tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory that will be in effect until 7:00 AM Tuesday morning. There are snow-covered roads in the northern parts of Surry County, so please exercise caution if planning to travel.
Due to heavy rain and potential flooding, Surry County Schools will dismiss students at 1:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024. All after-school events and activities are canceled, and there will be no after-school childcare this afternoon. We will continue to monitor weather conditions overnight.
All after-school events and activities are canceled for today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024. After-school childcare will close at 5:00 p.m.
Cedar Ridge Elementary will be transitioning to a remote learning day tomorrow, Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, due to an issue with the water pump. Late this afternoon, our maintenance department determined that there was no water at Cedar Ridge Elementary School and that the water pump would have to be replaced. This outage is currently affecting the entire school building. The water pump will be replaced by a contractor tomorrow. An update on this situation will be shared with parents tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. or before. Students should complete the work in their Remote learning packet sent home earlier this school year. Teachers will be in touch later this evening with further information via Canvas or Remind. Cedar Ridge Elementary is the only school impacted, all other schools are on normal schedule tomorrow.
2024-2025 School Calendar Feedback is Open Now!
The Surry County Board of Education has accepted multiple draft calendars for public comment for the 2024-2025 school year. This period is open for the next 30 days. Start dates include August 8, 2024, August 12, 2024, and August 26, 2024. At this time, only one of these calendars meets the requirements put forth by the NC General Assembly, which means August 8 and August 12 may not be an option under current guidelines. These calendars are available for public comment, and those who wish to contribute feedback are encouraged to fill out the attached Google form or contact the Surry County Schools Administrative Offices at (336)386-8211.
Google Form: https://forms.gle/BQeiY8Y9bW7JFTk7A
2024-2025 School Calendar Feedback is Open Now!
The Surry County Board of Education has accepted multiple draft calendars for public comment for the 2024-2025 school year. This period is open for the next 30 days. Start dates include August 8, 2024, August 12, 2024, and August 26, 2024. At this time, only one of these calendars meets the requirements put forth by the NC General Assembly, which means August 8 and August 12 may not be an option under current guidelines. These calendars are available for public comment, and those who wish to contribute feedback are encouraged to fill out the attached Google form or contact the Surry County Schools Administrative Offices at (336)386-8211.
Google Form: https://forms.gle/BQeiY8Y9bW7JFTk7A
Please join Surry County Schools in congratulating the November Leader of the Month, Jose Cordova, who was recognized at tonight's Board of Education meeting. Mr. Cordova is the Lead Custodian at Cedar Ridge Elementary School! 💙 #ThriveSCS
Thank you to these SCS Leader of the Month sponsors: Accurate Insurance Solutions, Scenic Ford Lincoln, Crouse's Auto Detailing, Horace Mann - Flake Financial Services, and SignGypsies Dobson.
REMINDER: No School for Students on Friday, November 3, 2023! Required Staff Development for Staff.
Please join Surry County Schools in congratulating the November Leader of the Month, Jose Cordova! Mr. Cordova is the Lead Custodian at Cedar Ridge Elementary School! 💙 #ThriveSCS
Thank you to these SCS Leader of the Month sponsors: Accurate Insurance Solutions, Scenic Ford Lincoln, Crouse's Auto Detailing, Horace Mann - Flake Financial Services, and SignGypsies Dobson.
On this week's WIFM RADIO Spotlight on Surry County Schools, Donna Bledsoe, Principal at Cedar Ridge Elementary School, shares all the good news and upcoming events for her school community! #ThriveSCS
Check it out below! ⬇️🐾
https://youtu.be/zPyUwnR9J28
It's #WhatDidYouLearnWednesday! 📝✨
We're continuing to showcase the incredible knowledge and skills our students are gaining in classrooms across Surry County Schools! Stay tuned for more inspiring insights every Wednesday! 🌟🔍 #ThriveSCS
https://youtu.be/F2BpBNNpvq0
It's #WhatDidYouLearnWednesday! 📝✨
We're continuing to showcase the incredible knowledge and skills our students are gaining in classrooms across Surry County Schools! Stay tuned for more inspiring insights every Wednesday! 🌟🔍 #ThriveSCS
https://youtu.be/rMM9Cnf6pMo
Today, Governor Roy Cooper toured Cedar Ridge Elementary School in Lowgap and delivered supplies collected from the Governor’s School Supply Drive. The Governor recognized the 2023 North Carolina Principal of the Year, Donna Bledsoe and visited several classrooms to speak with students, teachers, and support staff. He thanked educators for their dedication to helping students learn and grow.
Thank you for visiting our district and for your generous donation of school supplies to CRES students! #ThriveSCS
