On Wednesday, winners of the Superintendent's Art Contest in March were treated to a field trip reward for all of their hard work! The day consisted of African Drum lessons provided by Living Rhythms, a tour of the Andy Griffith Playhouse and Museum, and an art workshop! 🪘🎨🎭
Thank you to the Surry Arts Council for providing our students with an AWESOME day! #ThriveSCS
A test of the Surry County Schools Notification System was conducted this afternoon. If you did not receive a call or email, please alert the main office at your respective school so staff can update your contact information accordingly.
This is a TEST of the SCS Mass Notification System. In the event of weather-related closures or an emergency, SCS will use this system to notify you of matters impacting our campuses. This is only a TEST. Thank you!
Due to widespread black ice throughout the county, Surry County Schools will transition to a Remote Learning Day today, Friday, January 19, for students and staff. 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.
Please see https://www.surry.k12.nc.us/page/remote-learning for additional information on Remote Learning Days.
Surry County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. This delay will help with visibility for bus drivers and allow time for temperatures to increase.
All evening events and activities are canceled for today, Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
Surry County Schools will be closed with an optional teacher workday tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory that will be in effect until 7:00 AM Tuesday morning. There are snow-covered roads in the northern parts of Surry County, so please exercise caution if planning to travel.
Due to heavy rain and potential flooding, Surry County Schools will dismiss students at 1:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024. All after-school events and activities are canceled, and there will be no after-school childcare this afternoon. We will continue to monitor weather conditions overnight.
All after-school events and activities are canceled for today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024. After-school childcare will close at 5:00 p.m.
PREK loved their trip to the Mount Airy Public Library and they were treated by Mrs. Carpenter and Mrs. Lindsey with a pizza party lunch! ❤️
Student Council members participated in Angel Tree Christmas shopping and enjoyed lunch at Chick-fil-A. Their kindness and generosity shone bright!
Kindergarten and First Grade's PTO performance was a success!
November's Bus Riders of the Month!
Miss Bowman's Kindergarten students built 2d and 3d shapes with gumdrops!
2024-2025 School Calendar Feedback is Open Now!
The Surry County Board of Education has accepted multiple draft calendars for public comment for the 2024-2025 school year. This period is open for the next 30 days. Start dates include August 8, 2024, August 12, 2024, and August 26, 2024. At this time, only one of these calendars meets the requirements put forth by the NC General Assembly, which means August 8 and August 12 may not be an option under current guidelines. These calendars are available for public comment, and those who wish to contribute feedback are encouraged to fill out the attached Google form or contact the Surry County Schools Administrative Offices at (336)386-8211.
Google Form: https://forms.gle/BQeiY8Y9bW7JFTk7A
2024-2025 School Calendar Feedback is Open Now!
The Surry County Board of Education has accepted multiple draft calendars for public comment for the 2024-2025 school year. This period is open for the next 30 days. Start dates include August 8, 2024, August 12, 2024, and August 26, 2024. At this time, only one of these calendars meets the requirements put forth by the NC General Assembly, which means August 8 and August 12 may not be an option under current guidelines. These calendars are available for public comment, and those who wish to contribute feedback are encouraged to fill out the attached Google form or contact the Surry County Schools Administrative Offices at (336)386-8211.
Google Form: https://forms.gle/BQeiY8Y9bW7JFTk7A
REMINDER: No School for Students on Friday, November 3, 2023! Required Staff Development for Staff.
Our Plainsmen Stars enjoyed the Leaders for Life celebration at Fisher River Park! It was a beautiful day for the students to enjoy rotating to different stations! We are proud of these students for their good behavior during the First 9 weeks! Keep shining, Plainsmen Stars!
Great curriculum visit to @PlainsmenStars this morning! Thank you Principal Gammons for your leadership! #ThriveSCS
It's #WhatDidYouLearnWednesday! 📝✨
We're continuing to showcase the incredible knowledge and skills our students are gaining in classrooms across Surry County Schools! Stay tuned for more inspiring insights every Wednesday! 🌟🔍 #ThriveSCS
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