Rockford’s Silver Apple Award goes to Mary Beth Overby. Connie had this to say about Mary Beth: Where does education start? Home-Maybe not. For some children, it starts in an early education center. Last, for some, it begins at school.
So, each and every one of you deserves the Silver Apple Award. Thank you for being the teacher, teacher assistant, and other staff member that you are. You do an amazing job with each and every one of our kiddos here at Rockford.
The person that I have chosen for the Silver Apple Award.
I understand your role. They say that you don't know someone until you have walked in their shoes. Well, I have walked in your shoes. You hold a special place in my heart.
A person on the outside looking into your classroom, "It's a world of play". But children learn through play, your job is so important as an early educator in the view of the young children that you work with every day. Your role as the teacher is to help children develop social skills, learn to follow routines, develop motor skills, learn self-help skills, but at the same time, your role is to prepare the kiddos for Kindergarten.
This person jumped right into this role and has transformed her classroom into one that showcases these skills each and every day for all to admire and appreciate. I am giving the Silver Apple Award to Mary Beth Overby.
🚂🎢 Kindergarten Trip to Tweetsie Railroad 🎠🎉
Our kindergarten classes had a fantastic time on their field trip to Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock! The day was full of excitement as they met some of their favorite Letterland characters, enjoyed fun rides and games, and took a memorable ride on the Tweetsie train.
It was a day full of adventure, learning, and smiles! 🐴🎡📚
📘 Extra Yearbooks Available! 📘
We have a limited number of extra yearbooks available—First Come, First Serve!
Get yours today!
💵 $35.00 each
Don’t miss out on the memories!
📚 Library Book Reminder! 📚
Students who have not returned or paid for their library books will not receive their report cards until the books are returned or the fee is paid.
Please take care of this as soon as possible so you can finish the year strong and start next year with a clean slate!
Thank you for being responsible readers! ✅
Our multilingual learners in Mrs. Day’s classroom worked very hard this year in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in English. We are incredibly proud of our students at Rockford who demonstrated English Language Proficiency this year. Speaking more than one language is a powerful skill! It opens doors to new opportunities, builds bridges between cultures, and enriches our entire community. We celebrate both their English growth and the valuable linguistic and cultural assets that being bilingual brings to our school!
End of Year Awards Schedule
Mrs Martin's fifth-grade class celebrated their amazing intern, Ayden Norman, with a sweet send-off: a cookie bar party! Students enjoyed a variety of delicious cookies while sharing their favorite memories and showing appreciation for all of his hard work and dedication. It was a fun and tasty way to say thank you!
Thank you, Dr. Mauzy for coming to RES and having a book picnic with our teddy bears and other animal friends. We enjoyed the books and games! The kids and the animals loved going on a bear hunt and finding the bear in the tent!
📚 Dobson Library Visit! 📚
Our second-grade students took a special trip to the Dobson Library, where they received their very own library cards and learned all about the Summer Reading Program! 🌞📖
We’re so excited to see our students continue their reading adventures all summer long. Thank you to the Dobson Library for inspiring a love of reading in our Gators! 💙🐊
Congratulations to Mrs. Freeman's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but four times, for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
Congratulations to Miss Voigt's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but four times, for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
📚 Library Book Notice – May 12 💻
All library books that were not returned today, Monday, May 12th, must now be paid for online through School Cash Online. Please note that there is a small processing fee for paying online.
This ensures student accounts are cleared before the end of the year. Thank you for taking care of your library responsibilities! 📖✅
https://surryco.schoolcashonline.com
📚 End of Grade (EOG) Testing Reminder 📚
EOG testing will begin soon! Please take note of the following schedule:
Grades 3–5 Reading: Monday, May 13
Grades 3–5 Math: Tuesday, May 14
Grade 5 Science: Wednesday, May 15
✅ Make sure to:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time
🥣 Breakfast will be provided at school each morning of testing. Let's do our best—Go Gators! 💪
🌷 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷
Wishing a joyful and love-filled Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, mother figures, and caregivers! Your strength, kindness, and dedication inspire us every day. Thank you for the love you give and the countless ways you make the world a better place.
💐 You are appreciated today and always! 💐
📚 Library Book Reminder! 🍦
All library books need to be returned or paid for by Monday, May 12th.
Notices with the titles of missing books and their cost will be sent home today with students.
📌 Important:
Students who do not return or pay for missing books will not receive their report card and will not be able to check out books next year—including in Middle School.
🎉 Students who take care of their library books by the deadline will receive a popsicle treat during Media class!
Let’s finish the year strong—thank you for being responsible readers! 📖✅
🎉 Happy School Nurse Day to Jennifer Creed! 🎉
Today, May 7, 2025, we proudly celebrate School Nurse Day, a special occasion dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of school nurses across the nation . At Rockford Elementary School, we are especially grateful for our own exceptional nurse, Jennifer Creed.
Jennifer, your unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our students does not go unnoticed. From administering daily care to managing health plans and providing comfort, your role is vital in ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all.
Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the positive impact you make every day. Your efforts are deeply appreciated by students, staff, and the entire school community.
💙 Thank you, Nurse Creed, for all that you do! 💙
End of year awards schedule
🌿 Teacher Appreciation Tuesday! 💚
We All “A-Green” You're the Best!
Enjoy a fully stocked lounge today, lovingly provided by the families and friends of Rockford students. Thank you for your commitment, energy, and heart—you make a difference every day!
🎳📚 Reading Goal Reward Trip! 🎉
Congratulations to our 2nd and 3rd-grade students who met their reading goals! As a reward, they enjoyed a fun-filled day that began with an exciting trip to Mt. Airy Bowling Lanes, followed by lunch and playtime at Riverside Park. It was a fantastic way to celebrate their hard work and dedication to reading!
Way to go, readers! Keep up the great work! 📖🏆
Reading Goal Reward Trip! 🎉
Congratulations to our Kindergarten and 1st grade students who met their reading goals! As a reward, they enjoyed a fun-filled day that began with playtime and lunch at Riverside Park, followed by an exciting trip to Mt. Airy Bowling Lanes. It was a fantastic way to celebrate their hard work and dedication to reading!
Way to go, readers! Keep up the great work! 📖🏆
