Stokes County Schools

Dreaming of college?
Make it a reality during Free College Application Week, October 20-26, 2025! 🎓

Many colleges waive application fees, giving you the perfect opportunity to apply to your top choices without the extra cost. Don't miss out on this chance to invest in your future! Check with your school counselor or desired colleges for participating institutions.
#FreeCollegeAppWeek #CollegeBound #HigherEd #ApplyToCollege #FutureIsBright

It's National School Bus Safety Week!
From October 20-24, 2025, let's all recommit to keeping our students safe on and around the bus. Remember to stop for flashing red lights, pay attention to crossing guards, and teach children bus stop safety rules. Together, we can make every ride a safe ride! 🚌🚦

#SchoolBusSafety #BusSafetyWeek #StudentSafety #SafeRoutesToSchool #October2025

Let's stand united against bullying! 🧡
Join us in celebrating Unity Day on October 22, 2025, by wearing orange. Together, we can promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion for everyone. Take a stand, make a difference! #UnityDay #WearOrange #StopBullying #KindnessMatters

Happy National Boss's Day! 🎉 Today, we're celebrating the leaders who inspire us, guide us, and help us grow.

To all the amazing bosses out there: thank you for your vision, your mentorship, and for fostering a positive and productive environment. Your leadership makes a real difference every day!

Let's show some appreciation for the great bosses who lead with dedication and support. #NationalBossesDay #ThankYouBoss #Leadership #Appreciation

🥗🍎 It’s National School Lunch Week! 🍎🥗

This week, we celebrate the nutritious meals served every day in our cafeterias and the incredible staff who make it possible. 🥪💙 From fueling learning to encouraging healthy choices, school lunches help students succeed inside and outside the classroom.

Join us in thanking our school nutrition teams for their hard work and dedication! 👏

#SchoolLunchWeek #FuelingTheFuture

🎉 October 2025 Employee of the Month 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Ricki Lefebvre, Guidance Counselor at Germanton Elementary, on being named the Stokes County Schools October 2025 Employee of the Month!

Ms. Lefebvre has served as a dedicated guidance counselor with Stokes County Schools since 2015, supporting both Germanton and Pinnacle Elementary. Her compassion, professionalism, and ability to connect with students make her an incredible asset to our district.

We are so grateful for Ms. Lefebvre’s hard work and commitment—our schools are better because of her! 💙✨
#StokesProud #EmployeeOfTheMonth #WeAreStokes

It's National Instructional Coaches Appreciation Day!

Let's take a moment to celebrate these incredible educators who tirelessly support teachers, inspire innovation, and empower growth in our classrooms every single day. Instructional coaches are true champions of learning, helping to refine strategies, introduce new ideas, and build a stronger, more effective educational environment for everyone.

Join us in extending a huge THANK YOU to all the dedicated instructional coaches out there! Your impact is immeasurable. #InstructionalCoachAppreciationDay #ThankYouCoaches #EducationHeroes #TeacherSupport

Today is Custodian Appreciation Day, and we want to give a HUGE shout-out to the incredible individuals who keep our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming every single day! ✨

From sparkling floors to organized rooms, our custodians work tirelessly behind the scenes, often unnoticed, to make sure everything runs smoothly. Their dedication and hard work create a better environment for us all.

Thank you for everything you do! We appreciate you more than words can say.

#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians #EverydayHeroes #Appreciation

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🔒 Throughout October, we're focusing on the importance of staying safe online. From strong passwords to recognizing phishing attempts, a little awareness goes a long way in protecting your digital life.

Let's make the internet a safer place, together! #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #StaySafeOnline #CyberAware

💙 October is National Bullying Prevention Month 💙

Together, we can create safe, supportive, and inclusive schools where every student feels valued and respected. 🌟

Let’s stand united against bullying and spread kindness, empathy, and acceptance every day.

#BullyingPreventionMonth #BeKind #StandTogether

🎉🍎 October is Principal Appreciation Month! 🍎🎉

Join us in celebrating their leadership and commitment to ensuring every student thrives! ✨

#ThankAPrincipal #PrincipalAppreciationMonth #LeadershipMatters

🌟Happy Human Resources Professionals Day! 🌟

Today we celebrate the HR professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to recruit, support, and care for employees. From onboarding to benefits, professional growth, and everything in between—your dedication helps our schools and workplaces thrive. 💼✨

Thank you for all that you do! 🙌

#HRProfessionalsDay #ThankYouHR #PeopleFirst

📢 School Closure Notice
Due to a power outage, there will be no school on Friday, September 26, 2025, for the following locations:

North Stokes High School

Piney Grove Middle School

Stokes County Academy

🍎✨ Happy Teacher Assistant Appreciation Day! ✨🍎

Today we celebrate the incredible Teacher Assistants who go above and beyond to support students, teachers, and schools each and every day. 💙 From lending a helping hand in the classroom to providing encouragement and care, your impact is truly immeasurable.

Thank you for the dedication, patience, and love you bring to our students—you make a difference every single day! 👏👏

#TeacherAssistantAppreciationDay #ThankYouTAs #Teamwork

🚍✨ 2025 NCPTA School Bus ROADeo Recognition ✨🚍

The Stokes County Board of Education is proud to recognize Mr. Wesley Mabe for his outstanding performance at the 2025 NCPTA School Bus ROADeo! 🏆

The event was held on June 4, 2025 at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, where competitors advanced through local, district, and state levels.

Drivers were challenged to demonstrate precision and skill in a series of bus maneuvers, including:
🔹 Offset Alley
🔹 Railroad Crossing
🔹 Straight Line
🔹 Diminishing Clearance
🔹 Back Up
🔹 Right Turn
🔹 Parallel Parking
🔹 Stop Line

👏 Congratulations, Mr. Mabe, on this achievement! Your hard work and skill highlight the dedication and excellence of our transportation team. Thank you for helping keep our students safe every day.

#StokesCountySchools #SchoolBusSafety #NCPTA #ExcellenceInTransportation #WeAreStokes2526

🔨✨ 2025–2026 CTE Teacher of the Year ✨🔨

Stokes County Schools Board of Education is proud to recognize Eric Mercer as the 2025–2026 CTE Teacher of the Year! 🏆

Mr. Mercer teaches Carpentry and Masonry and is dedicated to helping students build strong skills for their future. His passion, hard work, and commitment to excellence make a lasting impact both in and out of the classroom.

Here’s what his colleagues had to say:
💬 “Multiple congratulations!”
💬 “Well deserved!”
💬 “Congratulations to Eric Mercer for this amazing achievement.”
💬 “Way to go Eric!!! I’m glad your hard work and dedication are being recognized.”

👏 Congratulations, Mr. Mercer! We are so proud of you and grateful for your impact on our students and community.

#StokesCountySchools #CTE #TeacherOfTheYear #ExcellenceInEducation #WeAreStokes2526

The Stokes County Board of Education is proud to recognize Robin Harrison as the September 2025 Employee of the Month! 🏆

Mrs. Harrison has served as a Reading Specialist at Chestnut Grove Middle School since 2021. With a true “what else can I do?” attitude, she goes above and beyond each day to support students, staff, and the entire school community. Her positive spirit and tireless dedication make her a shining example for all.

👏 Congratulations, Robin! We are so thankful for your unwavering commitment and passion for student success. Stokes County Schools is better because of team members like you.

#StokesCountySchools #EmployeeOfTheMonth #ExcellenceInEducation #WeAreStokes2526

📜🇺🇸 Happy Constitution Day! 🇺🇸📜

On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed—establishing the foundation of our democracy and the rights we cherish today. Constitution Day reminds us of the importance of civic responsibility, freedom, and unity.

Let’s take a moment to honor this historic document and the values it upholds!

#ConstitutionDay #WeThePeople #CivicPride