Rockford Elementary

Thankful Thursday:
Today, our students and staff shared what they are thankful for. It was a wonderful reminder of the kindness, gratitude, and joy that fill our school each day. 🍁💛

#SCSUpdates | We’re excited to cheer on our Surry County Schools runners at the GROW Strong Race this Friday! 🎉 The race begins promptly at 9:30 AM, so please plan to arrive early to find parking and get settled.

Here are a few reminders to help keep the event safe, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone:
🔹 Parking: Parking areas are marked yellow on the map. These lots are paved and handicap accessible.
🔹 Spectator Areas: Recommended viewing spots are marked pink on the map. You’re welcome to cheer from other safe areas, but these are great places to show your school spirit!
🔹 Bring your signs and support! We encourage families to cheer for their runners and schools.
🔹 Please do not block the race course. Keep a safe distance from the course so runners have plenty of room. Any obstacle, especially near the finish line, can affect our runners’ safety and performance. This also keeps spectators safe as well.
🔹 Finish Line Reminder: Avoid gathering at the finish line. After your student finishes, meet them and then step to the side to keep the area clear for other finishers.
🔹 Restrooms: Restroom locations are marked teal on the map.
🔹 Safety: Surry County EMS will be on-site for the duration of the event.

Thank you for helping us create a safe and fun race day for all our students. We can’t wait to see you there!

Education Support Professional (ESP) Day is annually celebrated on the Wednesday of American Education Week, which falls on November 19, 2025. The day honors the vital contributions of non-teaching school staff, such as secretaries, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and maintenance personnel. This day, created by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1987, recognizes ESPs for their essential role in keeping schools running smoothly and supporting students' success.

📚🐾 Book Week in Media! Featuring Author Dav Pilkey 🐾📚

In Media this week, we’re celebrating Book Week with a special spotlight on author Dav Pilkey! Students are having a blast as they:

🎨 Learn how to draw Dog Man characters
🎉 Play Dog Man Bingo
🐶🏈 Enjoy a fun Dog Man can toss game

It’s going to be an exciting week of creativity, reading, and Pilkey-inspired fun!

🦃 Pre-K Family Involvement Project 🪶

As part of our Pre-K family involvement for the curriculum, both Pre-K classrooms invite parents to help create a special turkey tradition each year! Families are encouraged to decorate a feather at home using any materials they choose.

Once the feathers are returned to school, we proudly add them to our big hallway turkey for everyone to enjoy!

Thank you to our Pre-K families for your creativity and participation—our turkey is always extra special because of you!

🎩 Student Council Hat Day! 🎩

Student Council hosted a Hat Day on Friday! Students wore their favorite hats to school to help support our Student Council. Thank you for showing your school spirit!

American Education Week celebrates the wide range and incredible team of support professionals who help our students succeed-from paraeducators and clerical staff to bus drivers, technical specialists and students service workers. Every one of them plays a vital role supporting students and families while keeping our schools running and thriving.

National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is celebrated each year, one week before Thanksgiving. It takes place from November 17 to 25 this year. It creates awareness about the big problem the less fortunate face in society. With the upcoming holiday season and harsh winters, it can be a particularly difficult time for many, especially those who are struggling with hunger and shelter. Throughout the week, donations are made and volunteers sign up for programs that aim to feed and rehabilitate those in need. Doing your bit for the needy is a great way to spread festive cheer.

🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Simpson's 3rd Grade Class! 🎉
This awesome group has achieved perfect attendance three times this year! 👏
They’ll be celebrating their great effort and dedication with a cupcake reward! 🧁
Way to go, 3rd graders—keep showing up and shining bright at Rockford Elementary! 🌟

🎉👏 Congratulations to Mrs. Tilley's 1st Grade Class! 🏆📚
Every student has been present for 16 days, twice! Way to go! 🎯🙌
Your dedication and commitment to being at school every day have earned you a special reward — doughnuts for perfect attendance! 🍩💚🐊
Keep up the amazing work, Gators!

Good luck to our LEGO Robotics Team as they compete this Saturday at Surry Community College!
We are so proud of the hard work and creativity this group has shown. Cheer on our amazing team members:

Ms. Shelton

Ms. Angel

Jenna

Mateo

Kate

Juliana

Viviana

Mya

Harper

Riley

Ayden

Corbin

You've got this, team! 🌟🤖

Don't forget tomorrow is hat day. Pay $1.00 to wear a hat. I'll proceed support student council.

🍎✨ Silver Apple Award – November ✨🍎
Congratulations to SRO Officer Lance Richardson, our November Silver Apple Award recipient!

Officer Richardson joined the Rockford Elementary family this school year and has been a wonderful addition to our school community. Not only does he work hard to keep our campus safe, but he also goes above and beyond to connect with our students each day. From greeting them each morning with a smile and a fist bump to joining different grade levels for lunch, his positive presence makes a big difference.

We are so thankful for Officer Richardson and all he does for Rockford Elementary! 💙👮‍♂️🍎

🎨✨ Thank you for supporting Rockford Elementary and your young artist! ✨🎨
These creations make the perfect Christmas gifts for family and friends! 🎁❤️

To receive your order before Christmas, be sure to place it by Monday, November 17.
And don’t forget — shipping is free if you have your art sent to the school! 🎄🎨

Happy Veterans Day!
Rockford Elementary extends a heartfelt thank you to all veterans for your courage, dedication, and service to our country. 💙❤️🤍

🎉👏 Congratulations to Ms. Hicks' 2nd Grade Class! 🏆📚
Every student has been present for 16 days, twice! Way to go! 🎯🙌
Your dedication and commitment to being at school every day have earned you a special reward — doughnuts for perfect attendance! 🍩💚🐊
Keep up the amazing work, Gators!

🎉👏 Congratulations to Ms. Newman's Kindergarten Class! 🏆📚
Every student has been present for 16 days, twice! Way to go! 🎯🙌
Your dedication and commitment to being at school every day have earned you a special reward — doughnuts for perfect attendance! 🍩💚🐊
Keep up the amazing work, Gators!

Veterans Day Breakfast 🇺🇸

Our Student Council was honored to host the annual Veterans Day Breakfast in celebration of the brave men and women who have served our country. 💙❤️

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and helped make this event so special. To our veterans — we appreciate you today and every day for your service and dedication!

A special shout-out to Grounded Coffee for their generous donation of coffee to serve at our breakfast. ☕

Reminder: School will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
We thank and honor all who have served our country! ❤️🤍💙