International Literacy Day takes place on September 8 every year to raise awareness and concern for literacy problems that exist within our own local communities as well as globally. International Literacy Day was founded by proclamation of The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, or UNESCO, in 1966 “to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights.” International Literacy Day brings ownership of the challenges of illiteracy back home to local communities where literacy begins, one person at a time.
3 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🌸👵👴 Grandparents Day 🌸👵👴
Grandparents Day is always celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. In 2025, that’s Sunday, September 7!
While we honor our grandparents every day, take an extra moment to appreciate the love, joy, and wisdom they bring to our lives. 💕
3 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
📚🐊 Rockford Elementary Fall Book Fair 🐊📚
The Book Fair opens Monday, September 8th, with Family Morning at 7:15 AM! 💚
✨ Come shop with your child and explore exciting new books to grow their love of reading. ✨
We can’t wait to see our Gator families there! 🎉📖
3 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
National Read a Book Day, on September 6, invites all book lovers to indulge in their favorite hobby guilt-free. Bringing new worlds to life, books enlighten us and transport us on exciting adventures. They can challenge our perspectives on the human experience in ways unmatched by other media. In a world deluged by technology, National Read a Book Day encourages us to silence the noise and turn the pages for a while.
3 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
#SCSCelebrates | Today, Surry County Schools hosted its Annual SAVE Promise Summit at Surry Community College. Students were able to report the ways they spread kindness at their schools, discuss upcoming projects, and collaborate with other SAVE Promise Club members within Surry County Schools. What an awesome opportunity for students to lead with others! 🎉🧡💡
3 months ago, Surry County Schools
Rockford Elementary School
Exceeded Growth for 2 years in a row!!!!
3 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
Great morning so far at the SAVE Promise District Summit! This is a great opportunity for our school clubs across the district to connect and generate ideas for the new year!
4 months ago, Dr. Travis L. Reeves, Superintendent
Congratulations to our Student Council Officers for the 2025-2026 school year.
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🌟 Leadership Trait of the Month: September 🌟
This month, our focus is on Accountability — “I take responsibility for my actions.” 💪✅
Students will learn more about being accountable during our assembly this week. We can’t wait to see our Gators continue to grow as strong leaders! 🐊📚
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
📣🐊 Rockford Student Council Elections! 🐊📣
Today, students bravely presented their campaign speeches as they ran for Student Council offices. We are so proud of each of them for showing leadership and confidence! 💚✨
Candidates:
President: Lucy Heath, Autumn Kidd, Isabel Rodriguez, Shayleigh Snow
Vice President: Jenna Hawks
Secretary: Sam Custodio
Treasurer: Phoebe Johnson, Grace Lope
Way to go, Gators! 🐊👏 Your voices and leadership make a difference! 🌟
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
📚✨ It’s Book Fair Time at Rockford Elementary! ✨📚
Our Fall Book Fair is almost here, and we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
📅 Dates & Times:
Monday, September 8: 7:15 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 9: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 10: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday, September 11: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
🌟 Special Event:
Family Morning – Monday, September 8th at 7:15 AM 🏫💚
Come shop for exciting new books, grow your love for reading, and support our school library. 📖🐊
👉 We can’t wait to see our Gators at the Fall Book Fair!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
Our Robotics team kicked off the season with their first practice! They began by building the missions of the season! They are excited to work through and complete this season!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
Happy Labor Day!!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🐊💚📚 Counting to 120! 📚💚🐊
Our first graders have been hard at work this week practicing their counting skills — all the way up to 120! 🔢🎉
Way to go, Gators! Keep up the great work and keep on counting! ✨👏
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🧹✨ Congratulations to Miss. Newman’s Class for earning the Golden Broom Award! ✨🧹
They did an amazing job keeping their classroom clean and neat. Way to show pride in your space, Gators!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🧹✨ Congratulations to Mrs. Simpson’s Class for earning the Golden Broom Award! ✨🧹
They did an amazing job keeping their classroom clean and neat. Way to show pride in your space, Gators!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
🏆🥄 Congratulations to Mrs. Priddy’s 4th Grade Class for earning the Golden Spoon Award! 🥄🏆
They showed outstanding CHOMP behavior in the cafeteria by staying quiet and cleaning up their area. Way to go, Gators! 💚👏
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
📢 Rockford Elementary is excited to welcome Lance Richardson as our new School Resource Officer (SRO)! We are grateful to have him as part of our school community and look forward to the positive impact he will make with our students, staff, and families. 💙👮♂️
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
Student Leader of the Month for August.
Austin Zambudio
Leadership trait Self-Aware with the motto:
✨ "I can describe what makes me who I am." ✨
Austin had three positive office referrals this month!
From Mrs. Simpson and Mrs. Goins
For choosing to be safe: While walking to lunch, a 3rd grader dropped his milk. Austin stopped to help him and to help Mrs. Simpson. Thank you, Austin, for being so responsible and helpful by keeping our hallways safe.
From Mrs. Martin
Choosing to be safe: When the fifth-graders finished lunch and were headed outside, the kindergartners were headed to the cafeteria to eat. Austin stopped the fifth-grade students from crossing over the kindergarten's line and waited for all of the kinders to pass by before heading outside. What to make a decision that solidified the safety of those fellow gators!
From Mrs. Sechrest
For having respect: Austin was standing in line with his classmates when he saw me walking down the hall with my hands full. As I walked by, he stopped me and asked if I needed some help carrying my things. It was so kind of Austin to notice I had a lot to carry and offer to help me in a time of need. It was great to see him have respect for his teachers and offer help. Thank you, Austin! Your kindness was noticed!
4 months ago, Rockford Elementary School
