Stokes County Schools

🚨 Employee of the Month Alert!🚨 Please join us in celebrating Ms. Crystal Cecil as the Stokes County Schools April 2025 Employee of the Month! 🎉🚌 Crystal has been a dedicated bus driver for Mount Olive Elementary and Chestnut Grove Middle since 2018. With an exceptional driving record and a heart for students, she goes above and beyond to ensure safety and consistency every single day. 💬 Here’s what her students had to say: ✨ Ms. Crystal has been so nice to me... she’s the nicest bus driver I’ve ever had. She works really hard to get the kids to and from school. ✨ She is so nice and commits herself every morning. I just really appreciate her. We are so thankful for Ms. Crystal’s hard work and dedication. Stokes County Schools is truly better because of amazing team members like her. #SCSShoutout #EmployeeOfTheMonth #StokedToLearn2425 #SCSBusDriverPride 🚍

⚾ Step up to the plate and join us for Chestnut Grove Middle School’s Exploratory Showcase! ⚾ 📅 May 5th 🕔 5 PM – 7 PM 📍 Chestnut Grove Middle School - 2185 Chestnut Grove Rd, King, NC 27021 Come explore our amazing elective programs and see what our students have been working on! From art to tech, wood working to music – it’s a grand slam of creativity and innovation! Don’t strike out – bring the whole family for a fun, baseball-themed evening! 🧢🎨🎶 #CGMSShowcase #ExploratoryAllStars #MiddleSchoolMagic #StokedToLearn2425

The Forsyth Tech Stokes County Campus is hosting a Cruise In & Open House on Saturday, April 26, 10am to 2pm on the Forsyth Tech's satellite campus located at 1165 Dodgetown Road in Walnut Cove. In addition to having the Smokin’ BBQ Chateau Food Truck and the Chick-Fil-A Sweet Treat Truck, there will be a cruise-in for those interested in old cars. The Community College wants to showcase the programs that are available to Stokes County and surrounding area residents at the Stokes Center with information tables and tours of the programs/facilities located here in Stokes County. Programs include Nursing, Early Childhood Education, Computer Information Systems, Welding, Plumbing, and Electrical Systems, in addition to General College Transfer courses. Come join us on Saturday, April 26, rain or shine, for some food and fun, and learn what your local community college can offer you. For more information contact Dr. Wayne Mabe via email at wmabe@forsythtech.edu or by phone at 336-593-5402.

Stokes County Schools Career and Community Expo for 8th grade students will take place on April 11th, 2025 at Camp Hanes. 53 Community Exhibitors and Industries will be present for students to learn about and explore opportunities. Information about Community Exhibitors and Industries can be found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1azURW-eD3X35S9qvkuYTuEsZZ3a8wShqfQ8k1zBiqI8/edit?gid=0#gid=0

South Stokes High School 60th Anniversary Festival Saturday - April 12th 11:00a - 2:00p

Congratulations to the very first Stokes County Schools AIG Local Licensure Endorsement class! We are proud of this amazing group of educators who have completed the AIG (Academically or Intellectually Gifted) endorsement through our local licensure program. Their dedication to professional growth and passion for meeting the needs of gifted learners is truly inspiring. Thank you for your commitment to excellence in education—your hard work is shaping the future in incredible ways. Here's to many more classes to come! #AIGEndorsement #EducationalExcellence #FutureReady #Congratulations Instructor: Marty Erskine Pictured L to R: Lisa Rasey, Casey Van Winkle, JoEllen Gruver, Hayley Cox, Mary Lynn Stone, Ashley Collins, Jordan Edmonds, Emily Whitaker, Anna Ronacher, Lori Spencer, Amanda Brown, Edward Bullins, and Daniel Bowman Not Pictured: Anna Hall, Sherry Hester, Ashley Jones, Janet Steward, and Jordan Vickers

🌟 Happy Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! 🌟 This week, we celebrate the incredible assistant principals who work tirelessly to support students, staff, and families every day. From leading with heart to handling challenges with grace, their dedication keeps our schools thriving! 📚🎉 Take a moment to thank an AP who has made a difference in your school community! Drop a comment below to show your appreciation. 👏💙 #ThankAnAP #AssistantPrincipalAppreciation #LeadershipInAction

📚✨ Happy National Library Week!✨📚 Libraries are more than just books—they're gateways to knowledge, creativity, and community! Whether you're diving into a new adventure, researching your next big idea, or just enjoying a quiet space, libraries make it all possible. 💙 #NationalLibraryWeek #MoreThanBooks #ThankALibrarian

Little Folks Festival Saturday April 5th 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hosted at Mount Olive Elementary School Address: 2145 Chestnut Grove Road King, NC

A DUKE ENERGY SCIENCE DAY was held at Walnut Cove Elementary on April 4th, 2025. Local Duke Energy Employees from Belews Creek Steam Station and Power Grid Operations out of Rural Hall, Kernersville, and Greensboro volunteered to assist the Walnut Cove Elementary Staff in providing hands-on activities for Walnut Cove Elementary students.  These activities are designed to help children explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Walnut Cove Elementary is one of 239 North Carolina elementary schools hosting Duke Energy Science Nights/Days in April 2025. Funding from the Duke Energy Foundation allows the NC Science Festival to provide each school with the support and materials needed for the activities. The Duke Energy Foundation seeks to power vibrant communities through investments in high-performing, sustainable initiatives that emphasize STEM, including programs that help create greater access to and participation in STEM-related informal and out-of-school educational opportunities.  Duke Energy Science Nights/Days are an educational initiative of the North Carolina Science Festival, with statewide science programming for all ages. The NC Science Festival is a month-long celebration of science that occurs every April. Festival events include hands-on activities, science talks, lab tours, nature experiences, exhibits, performances and other events, all hosted by many different organizations within North Carolina. Most Festival events are free.  The North Carolina Science Festival is produced by Morehead Planetarium and Science Center (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill). For more information about the Festival, visit www.ncsciencefestival.org. 

North Stokes Agriculture Dept. Plant Sale 2025 - Starting April 14th! Greenhouse will be open Monday - Friday 8:30 – 4:00 Please call (336) 593-8134 or email ben.hall@stokes.k12.nc.us for more information Address 1350 N Stokes School Rd, Danbury, NC 27016

📚✨Happy National School Librarian Day!✨📚 Today, we celebrate the incredible school librarians who ignite a love for reading, guide students in research, and create welcoming spaces for learning. Their dedication helps shape curious minds and lifelong learners! Drop a ❤️ to show appreciation for your school librarian! #NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #ThankALibrarian #SchoolLibrariesTransform #ReadersAreLeaders

💙 April is Autism Awareness Month, and today, April 2, is Autism Recognition Day! 💙 Let’s celebrate the strengths, talents, and unique perspectives of individuals with autism. Together, we can foster understanding, acceptance, and inclusion in our schools and communities. 🌍 #AutismAwarenessMonth #AutismAcceptance #LightItUpBlue #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters

📚✨ April is School Library Month!✨📚 School libraries are the heart of learning, creativity, and discovery! 💡 From fostering a love of reading to providing essential resources, librarians empower students to explore, grow, and dream big. 🌍📖 Join us in celebrating our amazing school libraries and librarians this month! Share your favorite book or a shoutout to your school librarian in the comments! 👇 #SchoolLibraryMonth #ThankALibrarian #ReadingIsPower #LibrariesTransform

🌟 April is Counseling Awareness Month! 🌟 This month, we celebrate the incredible impact of school counselors, mental health professionals, and all those who provide guidance and support. 💙💛 Counselors play a vital role in helping students navigate challenges, set goals, and achieve success—both in and out of the classroom. Take a moment to thank a counselor who has made a difference in your life! 🫶 #CounselingAwarenessMonth #ThankACounselor

🔹 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month 🔹 Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, supportive, and loving environment. This month, we raise awareness and stand together to protect children, strengthen families, and build a future free from abuse. 💙 #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #WearBlue #ProtectOurChildren #StrongerFamilies

🌟 April is the Month of the Military Child! 🌟 We honor and celebrate the resilience, strength, and sacrifices of military-connected students. 🎗️💜 These incredible kids serve in their own way—facing frequent moves, new schools, and the challenges of military life with courage. 💜 🇺🇸 #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp #MilitaryKidsRock #ThankYouMilitaryFamilies

🏆🌱 Celebrating Our Soil & Water Conservation Winners! 🌱🏆 The Stokes County Schools Board of Education proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements of our students in the Stokes Soil & Water Conservation District's annual contests. These competitions, designed to promote awareness and understanding of natural resource conservation, have showcased the talent and dedication of our students. Congratulations to all the participants and winners! Your hard work and creativity contribute significantly to fostering environmental stewardship in our community. Elementary Poster Contest 3rd Grade 1st Place June McCollum 2 nd Place Faith Mecimore 4th Grade 1st Place Adeline Schell 2nd Place Ivy Martinez 5th Grade 1st Place Laughter Jessup 2nd Place Erin Bullins Middle School Slideshow Contest 6th Grade 1st Place Marcus Goolsby 2nd Place Mason Nelson 7th Grade 1st Place Erica Pettitt 8th Grade 1st Place Araya Wilson 2nd Place Kourtney Pyrtle Middle School Essay Contest 6th Grade 1st Place Mason Nelson 2nd Place Daemyn Freeman 8th Grade 1st Place Allie Joyce 2nd Place Austin Pettitt #StokesProud #ConservationChampions #FutureEnvironmentalLeaders

🐝✨ Congratulations to Our Stokes County Spelling Bee Champions! ✨🐝 The Stokes County Schools Board of Education proudly recognized our 2024 Spelling Bee winners! 🏆📖 These incredible students showcased their spelling skills, hard work, and dedication in an impressive competition. 🎉 Congratulations to all participants and our champions! Your commitment to learning and academic excellence makes us #StokesProud! Isabella Westberry Chestnut Grove Abram Brown Germanton Xadrian Suarez King James Herring London Parker Huie Mount Olive Eli Mabe Nancy Reynolds Araya Wilson Piney Grove Stacey Meeker Pinnacle Grayson DeHart Sandy Ridge Rylan Stultz Southeastern School and District Representatives Peyton Fulk - Runner Up District Winner Poplar Springs Nolan Young - District Winner Walnut Cove #SpellingBee #WordMasters #StokesProud #AcademicExcellence

🌟 February Employee of the Month! 🌟 The Stokes County Schools Board of Education proudly recognizes Ms. Cheryl Pasley, financial secretary at Stokes Early College High School! 🎉 Ms. Pasley has been dedicated to Stokes County Schools since 2009, serving in various roles, including Teacher Assistant, EC Assistant, and Pre-K Assistant. She joined the Falcon family in 2021, bringing a wealth of experience, expertise, and an incredible work ethic. Ms. Pasley has recently moved into the financial department at Central Office. We are so grateful for her hard work and commitment to Stokes Early College and our district! 💙👏 Congratulations, Ms. Pasley! #StokesProud #EmployeeOfTheMonth #FalconFamily