Good Morning. This is Matt Richardson, principal at Surry Central High School, with an important message. I am calling to let you know that our school participated in a Practice Lockdown Drill this morning, Monday September 21st, in cooperation with the Surry County Sheriff's Office. We are proud of our students and staff for responding quickly, and for following all practice procedures. Student safety is the highest priority for Surry County Schools and the Surry County Sheriff's Office, and we work diligently every day to ensure the safety of students. We appreciate everyone's efforts to work with us in that process. We encourage you to talk to your child tonight about our practice drill. Please call us if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you, and have a great day.
Have a safe and fun weekend! We will see everyone back on Monday, September 21st!
This team completes a lot of visible and behind-the-scenes work to ensure that students and staff can efficiently use technology during the school day. They are ready to jump in and help however they can whenever technical difficulties arise. Technology constantly changes, and our IT professionals stay informed of trends and tools to serve our students, staff, and families well!
Happy IT Professionals Day to Tim Hippert, John Johnson, Jim Harvish, Jackson Lindsay, Michael Pinckney, Sebrena Flippin, Chet Luffman, Jeremy Stoker, and Melissa Spurlin! We would also like to give a shoutout to Director of Technology Lucas Gillispie for all of his hard work and dedication to our district’s technology oversight and implementation.
Thank you all for all that you do for Surry County Schools! 💙
Skilled trades are essential to keeping our communities and industries moving, and UTI offers hands-on training that prepares students for these high-demand careers. Through industry partnerships with companies such as Ford, Toyota, BMW, Cummins, Peterbilt, NASCAR, and more, students can connect their training directly to career opportunities.
Thank you, UTI, for helping our students explore their future! 💛
9/11/26 Hall of Fame Induction - If you’re unable to make it out to the game tonight (Friday, September 11), follow the “Surry Central Golden Eagle Hall of Fame" Facebook page as they will be live at 5:45pm to stream the Induction Ceremony! Go Eagles!
Good afternoon. This is Hollie Lyons-Hawks, Chief Communications Officer for Surry County Schools, with a follow-up safety update for Surry Central High School.
The lockdown has been lifted. At this time, students and staff have resumed a normal schedule. School will be dismissed at regular time.
I will continue to keep you updated as we receive more information.
Good afternoon. This is Hollie Lyons-Hawks, Chief Communications Officer for Surry County Schools, with an important safety update.
This afternoon, Surry Central High School administrators received an anonymous tip that there was a potential weapon on campus. Administrators immediately contacted law enforcement, who responded quickly and are currently investigating the incident. As a precautionary measure, the school went into lockdown. While the investigation is ongoing, I want to assure you that our top priority is the safety and well-being of all our students and staff, and we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure everyone's safety. Law enforcement is in the process of clearing the building, moving from room to room. At this time, we ask that individuals do not report to campus. Students and staff will return to their normal schedule once all classrooms are cleared.
I will continue to keep you updated as we receive more information.
Surry Central's Kenzie Hooker has reached an impressive milestone in her career as a Golden Eagle, recording over 1,000 career assists. For a setter, every assist represents an opportunity created for a teammate to score. Reaching the 1,000 assist mark is an achievement reserved for elite setters and reflects Hooker's consistency, leadership, and dedication on the court. Coach Smith commented "The 2026 Eagles' volleyball season continues to steadily climb towards one of discipline and victory. We continue to make adjustments to focus on our execution while maintaining a culture of accountability, gratitude, servanthood, and unity." Hooker's achievement is a testament to the work behind every point and the teammates who finish each play. With plenty of volleyball still to play, the Eagles look to keep building, competing, and raising the standard with every match.
#SCSCTE | Ms. Templeton's SCHS and SECHS interns have been working hard during the first days of school to strengthen their technical and employability skills as they prepare to begin at their individual job sites this week.
Through collaborative orientation activities, students have learned more about workplace expectations, professionalism, communication, teamwork, and the importance of making a positive first impression. They are preparing not just to show up at a workplace, but to step in with confidence and represent themselves and their schools with pride.
The Traditional Internship Program at Surry Central High School and Surry Early College High School is a rigorous process that connects classroom learning to a semester-long work-based learning experience. Juniors and Seniors have the opportunity to explore career interests of their choice, gain valuable real-world experience, and ultimately make more informed decisions about the next steps in their college and career pathways. Hands-on work experience simply can’t be beat!
A huge THANK YOU to our local businesses and community partners for their willingness to partner with Ms. Templeton to create these opportunities and guide our students through meaningful workplace experiences. Your investment of time, knowledge, and mentorship is helping prepare our students for bright and successful futures!
Parents, encourage your student to try something new at lunch. Grab the pizza, sure…but don’t forget to add some fresh fruit, vegetables, or a salad to the plate, too!
A balanced lunch helps fuel students for learning, growing, and making the most of their school day. So, next time you’re in the lunch line, look beyond the usual choice and give something new a try!
Before Open House, take a few minutes to complete your Infinite Campus Annual Update. It's the quickest way to verify your family's information and helps you skip the paperwork when you arrive at school.
During the Annual Update, you'll:
✅ Verify your contact information
✅ Update emergency contacts
✅ Complete required annual district forms
Your Infinite Campus Parent Portal is also the best place to:
📚 Check grades
🚌 Monitor attendance
📲 Receive important updates from your child's school throughout the year
Get started today by visiting: https://www.surry.k12.nc.us/page/annual-update
New to Surry County Schools? The page includes step-by-step instructions for setting up your Parent Portal account. If you need assistance, please contact your child's school.
With the app, you can:
✅ See your child's bus location in real time
📲 Receive alerts when the bus is approaching or if the schedule changes
🏫 Know when your child arrives safely at school or back home
Getting started is easy:
1️⃣ Download the Here Comes the Bus® app (or visit herecomesthebus.com)
2️⃣ Sign up using District Code: 75997
3️⃣ Add your student using their last name and Student ID number
Questions? Contact your child's school or the Surry County Schools Transportation Department.
We use Peachjar to share school-approved flyers, events, and important announcements. It’s your go-to spot for staying connected with what’s happening in our schools.
🔗 Find your school and sign up here: https://ms.peachjar.com/schoolfinder
Community organizations interested in sharing flyers can review our Guidelines and Approval Process here: https://www.surry.k12.nc.us/page/request-for-flyer-distributionpeachjar
Thank you for staying connected with Surry County Schools! 💙
For Information:
Contact: Jason Llewellyn 336-386-8762
To Register:
Contact: Teresa King 336-386-8211
- Family-friendly daytime schedule that aligns with the school calendar
- No nights, weekends, or holidays
- Positive work environment
- Paid leave & holidays (permanent positions)
- Help serve nutritious meals to students in a clean, safe environment!
Apply online at surryschoolmeals.com! Call 336-386-8866 for more information.
Surry County Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
The district will offer face-to-face training at Meadowview Magnet Middle School on August 18, 2026, from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm. To register, please complete the Google form at https://bit.ly/F2FSub or call 336-386-8211.
Surry County School Nutrition will once again provide free healthy meals for kids and teens 18 & younger at Dobson Elementary this summer.
📍 Dobson Elementary
(Cafeteria entrance on W. Atkins St. beside Dobson Square Park/Splashpad)
🗓 June 1–25, 2026
📅 Monday–Thursday
🥞 Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM
🍽 Lunch: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
No ID needed. No cost. Meals are served and eaten on-site.
We are proud to help ensure children in our community continue to have access to nutritious meals throughout the summer months. ❤️
El Departamento de Programas Federales de las Escuelas del Condado de Surry invita a nuestras familias migrantes a unirse a la aplicación de mensajes Remind. Por favor use el siguiente enlace para registrarse. También tendremos nuestros campamentos educativos para estudiantes migrantes este verano los días 11, 18 y 25 de julio. El 25 de julio terminaremos con una convivencia y comida. La ubicación del campamento está por determinarse. ¡Habrá premios divertidos para quienes asistan y los estudiantes recibirán recursos y libros para llevar a casa! Por favor considere asistir y registrarse en la aplicación de mensajes. Gracias por su cooperación. Nos encantaría apoyar y conectarnos con nuestras familias migrantes este verano. Enlace para unirse a Remind: https://www.remind.com/join/eac8bg
#SCSUpdates | Good afternoon, Surry County Schools families. Surry County Schools wants to make you aware of a recent cybersecurity incident involving Canvas, the learning management system used by school districts and organizations across the country.
Canvas has informed districts that a criminal threat actor gained unauthorized access to certain account-related data associated with some organizations using the platform. At this time, Canvas has indicated there is no evidence that passwords, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, financial information, or government identification numbers were involved.
Canvas reports that the unauthorized access was identified and removed, the vulnerability has been addressed, and additional security protections have been implemented. The company is continuing to work with outside forensic experts, federal law enforcement, and cybersecurity agencies as the investigation continues.
At this time, we do not have an estimated timeline for when Canvas access will be restored. Our staff is working closely with state officials, Canvas, and technology partners to monitor the situation and determine any potential impact to Surry County Schools.
Schools and teachers will communicate alternative methods for assignments and classroom communication as needed while Canvas access remains unavailable.
We understand the importance of protecting student and staff information and will continue to provide updates as more verified information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and support.
