Rockford Elementary

#SCSUpdates | Due to concerns over secondary roads and anticipated icy conditions across the county, Surry County Schools will transition to a Remote Learning Day tomorrow, Monday, January 13, for students and staff. Elementary students should complete work in their remote learning packets, and middle and high school students should access their assignments on Canvas. All evening activities are canceled. Thank you, and please stay safe!

ROCKFORD SOUP-ER BOWL SAVE PROMISE CLUB WILL BE HOSTING A FOOD DRIVE COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS DURING THIS TIME TO GIVE FOOD RESOURCES TO OUR COMMUNITY. OUR GOAL IS 1000 ITEMS PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN TO THE TOP 3 CLASSES! JANUARY 13TH-FEBRUARY 7TH PRIZES: 1ST PLACE- PIZZA AND SODA PARTY 2ND PLACE- ICE CREAM PARTY 3RD PLACE- 30 EXTRA MINUTES OF RECESS

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale now. Pricing and Deadlines $30.00 until 02/28/2025 $35.00 until 03/31/2025

#SCSUpdates | As of today, there are 83 students in our district that are experiencing homelessness. This is a 98% increase from last year at this point in the school year. With that being said, school social workers and staff members are doing a great job with identifying students who might qualify under the McKinney-Vento Act. With the weather changes, students who are experiencing homelessness can be affected and how they might present themselves. Some signs that you might see could include the following: complaining about being cold frequently, missing gloves or hats, not having proper winter footwear, wearing the same clothes repeatedly, even when visibly dirty, or wearing clothes that are too small or too big for their size. If you suspect a student is experiencing homelessness due to cold weather, please use the QR code to contact Paris Green, HMS POC. Our local Shelters are located at the following locations: Shephard's House 227 Rockford St, Mt Airy, NC 27030 (336) 786-1420 https://shepherdshousema.org/ Echo Ministry/The ARK 130 Hill St, Elkin, NC 28621 (336) 527-1637 https://www.thearkelkin.org/

#SCSUpdates | Due to the uncertainty of forecasted inclement weather conditions, Surry County Schools will transition to a Remote Learning Day tomorrow, Friday, January 10, for students. 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. All afterschool and weekend activities are canceled. Thank you, and please stay safe!

📚✨ Drop Everything and Read! ✨📚 Today, students at Rockford Elementary participated in DEAR Day (Drop Everything and Read). For a dedicated time, everything paused as students dove into their favorite books, fostering a love for reading and imagination. Great job, Gators, for embracing the joy of reading!

🚓💙 National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 💙🚓 Today, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the brave men and women in law enforcement who work tirelessly to keep our community safe. Your dedication, courage, and service do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for everything you do. Rockford Elementary appreciates you! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️ #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #ThankYou #RockfordElementary

#SCSUpdates | Surry County Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, Thursday, January 9, 2025.

#SCSUpdates | Surry County Schools will operate on a 3-hour delay on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Thank you, and please stay safe.

#SCSUpdates | Due to concerns over secondary roads and anticipated icy conditions across the county, Surry County Schools will be closed with an optional teacher work day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, 2025. This day will be made up on Friday, February 28, 2025. Thank you, and please stay safe.

Congratulations to Sam Custodio who competed in Mount Airy at the Elk Hoop Shoot in the 10/11 year old category on Sunday. We are proud of you Sam and glad your were able to represent Rockford in this program.

#SCSUpdates | Due to winter weather conditions across the county, Surry County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, January 6, 2025, with all evening activities canceled. The January 6 Board of Education meeting has been postponed to Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Thank you, and please stay safe.

#SCSUpdates | Episode 3 of Beyond the Bell with Surry County Schools is LIVE! 🎙️ In this episode, Dr. Travis Reeves interviews Sydney Coe, a 3rd-grade teacher at Dobson Elementary School and the 2024 SCS Beginning Teacher of the Year. Sydney shares her journey as a new teacher, the challenges and rewards of her role, and what the recognition means to her. Plus, Hollie Lyons returns with important dates and reminders to kick off the new year. Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation with one of Surry County Schools’ brightest rising stars! ✨ Be sure to tune in and let us know who should join us next on Beyond the Bell! 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cAOCKSQRB8KXI2nIdFb8J 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bell-with-surry-county-schools/id1783794792

finalists for the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award, including Dobson Elementary School's own Sydney McKeaver Coe! This prestigious recognition highlights her dedication and impact as an educator. One finalist will be honored as the 2025 NC Beginning Teacher of the Year after a comprehensive selection process by a panel of judges. As part of this achievement, finalists will attend a professional development week at the Truist Leadership Institute in Greensboro, N.C., from March 24–28, 2025. The winner will be announced during a special ceremony on March 27, 2025, at the Elliott University Center auditorium at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Congratulations, Sydney! 🎉 Read more here: https://www.nccat.org/node/3541

Happy New Year 2025 to all our students, staff, and families at Rockford Elementary! Wishing you a year filled with joy, success, and wonderful moments. Let’s make 2025 an amazing year together!

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of the faculty and staff at Rockford Elementary School! ✨🎄 We wish our students, families, and community a holiday season filled with joy, love, and wonderful memories. Thank you for being part of our Rockford family!

#SCSUpdates | Happy Christmas Break! Reminder: All SCS schools are closed from Friday, December 20th to Sunday, January 5th. Students will return on Monday, January 6, 2025!🎄 Everyone, please enjoy a safe and merry Christmas!

Staff Leaders of the Month for December. The fifth grade team collaborates together and works together very well to plan lessons and execute them daily. Laura works diligently to provide thoughtful math lessons that are engaging for students on all levels. Pattie works to make her science lessons enjoyable and multi-sensory, reaching students who learn in more than one way. Angela works to deliver interesting and level-appropriate material in her reading class so that the instruction is accessible to all students. The fifth grade team is the epitome of collaboration as they use it daily and do it very well.

Congratulations to these 5th grade students that earned extra recess for meeting their December math goal in ALEKS.

#SCSUpdates | The second episode of Beyond the Bell with Surry County Schools is live! 🎉 This week, Dr. Travis Reeves interviews Raleigh Scales, the newly sworn-in Vice Chairperson of the Surry County Schools Board of Education. Hear about his vision, goals, and dedication to supporting our students, staff, and community. Plus, Hollie Lyons is back with important dates and reminders to help you stay informed as students go out on Christmas break. Let us know your thoughts and who you’d like to hear from next! 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cAOCKSQRB8KXI2nIdFb8J 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bell-with-surry-county-schools/id1783794792