Rockford Elementary

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed on the third Monday in January, honoring the life and achievements of the civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and is designated as a national day of service, encouraging volunteerism to build a more equitable "Beloved Community". The day commemorates his fight for racial equality, justice, and nonviolent social change, with celebrations including marches, speeches, and community service projects.

No School – Monday, January 19

School will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will return on Tuesday, January 20th, ready to learn!

Enjoy the long weekend as we honor Dr. King’s legacy of kindness, courage, and service. 💙

January Silver Apple Award
Mrs. Spriegel goes above and beyond every day for her students. It is obvious that she truly cares about their success.

This month, half of our 4th Grade SAVE Promise group came together to teach the school about the importance of Communication Skills! Communication is our leadership trait this month, and students will be working on learning skills to share their ideas clearly and effectively. They also shared information on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and how he used communication skills to make powerful impacts on others by spreading kindness!

All donations are due to Coach Fitzgerald by Friday, January 16. Please turn in all the money at one time.
Bonus: Students get a free wristband just for signing up!

We are so proud of these students who represented Rockford Elementary in the district science fair. Congratulations to Sam and Ellis Custodio and Jenna Hawks. Way to chomp Gators!

Pay $1 to donate to the American Heart Association. ❤️

❤️❤️ Red Day – January 16th❤️❤️
Student Council is sponsoring Red Day on Friday, January 16th! Students and staff are encouraged to wear red to show their support.

All proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association.

Let’s wear red and support a great cause! ❤️

#SCSUpdates | Interested in enrolling your student in Surry County Schools? Kindergarten Registration is open now! For more information about enrollment, fill out the Google Form: https://forms.gle/dVDbCBs5vYDWcE6C7

❗️ This is not Pre-K registration. Information regarding pre-kindergarten will be released later this spring! ❗️

💙🚓 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 🚓💙

Today, Rockford Elementary proudly honors and thanks our local law enforcement officers for their dedication, bravery, courage, and commitment to keeping our students, staff, and community safe. Your service does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the protection, guidance, and support you provide each day. We appreciate the positive relationships you build with our students and the support you provide every day.

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) is observed annually on January 9th to recognize the crucial, often dangerous, work of police officers and show support for their service to communities. People show appreciation by wearing blue, sending thank-you notes to local agencies, lighting blue lights in windows (Project Blue Light), sharing positive stories on social media with #LEAD, or simply thanking an officer in person.

Thank you for all you do—today and always! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️💙

All donations for the Kids Heart Challenge with the American Heart Association must be turned in by Friday, January 16. ❤️

Student of the Month
Congratulations to our Gator of the Month, Wyatt Linville! Wyatt is always showing leadership in the classroom and throughout the school. Wyatt is a good friend to his peers and always follows directions. Way to go Wyatt!

Students of the Month
We are so proud of these Gators for always working with others to reach their goals. These Gators show skills of Collaboration and Teamwork. We can always count on them to be great listeners and communicators. Way to go Gators!

Cheyenne Noonkester, Riley Martin, Camila Caro, David Tanjero, Melissa Astudillo, Adlen Gentry, Adalyn Wood, Ellis Custodio, Ruthie Atkins, Chase Murray, Sam Custodio, Ellie King, Asher Pelfrey, Baker Creed, Tara Weatherington, Skylar Crotts

💙 Happy Board of Education Appreciation Month! 💙
Thank you for your leadership and service to our school community.

This month, we celebrate and appreciate everyone who supports our school—our families, PTO, volunteers, and community members. We couldn’t do what we do without you!
We are so thankful for our incredible students, staff, families, and community partners. Your support, kindness, and dedication make Rockford Elementary a wonderful place to learn and grow every day!

January marks National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the transformative power of mentorship. This observance highlights the vital role mentors play in shaping careers, building confidence, and unlocking potential.

We are having a blast kicking off this year’s Kids Heart Challenge at Rockford Elementary this week! With help from this year’s Heart Heroes, we’re learning all about keeping our hearts healthy through movement, kindness, rest, and knowing when to ask for help. Visit https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12400&pg=company&company_id=530746 or download the AHA Schools app to join the fun.

All donations are due to Coach Fitzgerald by Friday, January 16. Please turn in all the money at one time.

Bonus: Students get a free wristband just for signing up!

We are continuing to work on being active at home. If you would like to participate, print the sheet and return to Coach Fitzgerald at the end of the month for 15 minutes of free time in the gym.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-JscH1kEapYpKsjggrCpSAirXCev_y8F/view?usp=sharing

Happy New Year to our Rockford Elementary staff, students, and families!
We wish you a joyful, healthy, and successful year ahead!

Merry Christmas to all of our Rockford staff, students, and families! 🎄
Wishing everyone a season filled with joy, warmth, and special moments together.