Stokes County Schools

🥪Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎 Today, we give a big THANK YOU to our amazing school nutrition staff — our true "Lunch Heroes"! From early mornings to busy lunch lines, you serve up more than meals — you serve kindness, care, and smiles every day. 🧡 We appreciate all you do to keep our students nourished and ready to learn! #SchoolLunchHeroDay #LunchHeroes #ThankYouCafeteriaStaff

🚨 Schedule Update – North Stokes High School 🚨 North Stokes High School will dismiss early at 11:45 AM today (5/1/2025) due to a water issue. 🚗 Car riders will be released at 11:45 AM. 🚌 Bus riders will begin heading home around 12:00 PM. 📚 Afternoon bus routes for elementary and middle schools are not expected to be impacted. North Stokes is also scheduled to host the conference track meet this afternoon. The track meet is still scheduled at this time. Alternative arrangements for restroom facilities and concessions are being made. Thank you for your understanding and support!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to recognize the importance of mental well-being and the vital role it plays in our personal and professional lives. As educators and staff, your work is meaningful but often demanding. Prioritizing your mental health isn’t just important for you—it helps create a healthier, more supportive environment for students and colleagues. Take time this month to check in with yourself, connect with others, and explore resources that support your well-being. You matter, and so does your mental health.

May is Military Appreciation Month! This month, we honor the brave men and women who serve in our armed forces. Your sacrifice, courage, and dedication to our country are deeply appreciated. Thank you for protecting our freedoms, keeping us safe, and inspiring us with your strength and resilience. Let’s take a moment to recognize and support the military families who stand beside you, too. We are forever grateful. 💙 #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #ThankYouForYourService #SupportOurTroops #GratefulNation #HonorAndRespect

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! This month, we raise awareness about communication disorders and celebrate the incredible work of speech-language pathologists and audiologists who help people find their voices and hear the world around them. 💬🎧 Communication is key to connection — thank you to all the professionals who support and empower others every day! #BetterHearingAndSpeechMonth #CommunicationMatters #SpeechLanguagePathology #AudiologyAwareness

Happy School Principal Day! Today, we celebrate our amazing principals who lead with heart, vision, and dedication every single day. Thank you for inspiring students, supporting teachers, and creating schools where everyone can learn, grow, and succeed! Your leadership makes all the difference — and we are grateful for you! #SchoolPrincipalDay #ThankYouPrincipals #MakingADifference #InspiringExcellence

🏈 Big News for Stokes County Student-Athletes! 🏈 At the April 21 st, 2025 Stokes County Schools Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the purchase of brand-new Riddell Axiom football helmets for all middle and high school football players in our district. This investment reflects our ongoing commitment to student safety—both in the classroom and on the field. These cutting-edge helmets are equipped with Tru-Fit custom fitting and InSite technology that monitors and reports head impact data, including location, force, and frequency —helping coaches make smarter decisions to keep athletes safe. 📅 Helmet fitting days: Riddell reps will visit each traditional middle and high school May 5–7 to ensure every player is properly fitted. If your child plans to play football next year, make sure they attend! Coaches and school staff will be sharing more details soon. 🔗 Learn more under the "Athletics" tab on our district website or visit riddell.com/axiom for additional information. 👏 Thank you to the Stokes County Board of Education for prioritizing the well-being of our student-athletes! Questions? Contact your school’s football coach, athletic director, or principal. #StokesStrong #StudentSafety #RiddellAxiom #GoTeam

🎉🏆 Stokes County Schools students shined at the NCCTM State Math Fair on Saturday, April 26, 2025, held at UNC-Greensboro! ✨ Winners and Participants: - Daniela Chavez (King Elementary, Ms. Bartash’s Kindergarten Class) – K-2 Class Project Representative 1st Place - Sage Hoover (Poplar Springs Elementary) – K-2 Division 1st Place - Lily Jones (Mount Olive Elementary) – K-2 Participant - Vincent Phomsaly (Poplar Springs Elementary) – 3-4 Participant - Dean Grabs (Mount Olive Elementary) – 3-4 Participant - Kinley Boyles and Oakes Hairford (Poplar Springs Elementary, Ms. Petree’s Class) – 3-4 Class Project Representatives 1st Place - Lane Pardue and Heath Bennett (King Elementary, Mrs. Parrish’s Class) – 3-4 Class Project Representatives 2nd Place - Peyton Fulk and Ella Kiser (Poplar Springs Elementary) – 5-6 Division 2nd Place - Ava Hall and Emmie Huff (Poplar Springs Elementary, Mrs. Rose’s Class) – 5-6 Class Project Representatives 1st Place Congratulations to all participants for representing Stokes County Schools with excellence and enthusiasm! 🎉 #StokesProud #MathFair #NCCTM #StudentSuccess

🎶✨ Get ready to dance, jive, and have the time of your life! ✨🎶 Join us for the All-County Choir's production of *Mamma Mia!* 🌟 📅 May 8, 9, and 10 🕖 7:00 PM nightly 📍 South Stokes High School Auditorium 🎟️ Tickets available now at www.stokesarts.org Don't miss this incredible night of music, talent, and fun — featuring your favorite ABBA hits! 💃🕺 Grab your tickets today and support these amazing young performers! 🎤🎭 #MammaMia #AllCountyChoir #StokesArts #LiveTheater #SupportTheArts

West Stokes Tech Team Collaborates with Habitat for Humanity on Community Project On Thursday, April 24, 2025, a group of talented students from the West Stokes Tech Team took part in a meaningful opportunity to support their community through storytelling. The team was invited to create a promotional video for Habitat for Humanity, capturing a wall building and raising event at 145 Redwood Bend Rd in King. This partnership offered students the chance to use their media and production skills to spotlight a powerful mission—helping provide safe and affordable housing for local families. Tech Team members Irene Bragg, Wesley Schell, and Jake Ramirez participated in on-site filming, documenting the progress and energy of the day while highlighting the volunteers and purpose behind the build. Now in the Editing and Production phase, all Tech Team members are continuing to collaborate on the final video. The entire project is integrated into the Tech Team class periods, allowing students to gain real-world experience while maintaining their academic schedules. This hands-on opportunity not only supports a vital cause, but also gives students practical experience in video production, project collaboration, and community storytelling. The West Stokes Tech Team is proud to contribute their time and talents to amplify the message and mission of Habitat for Humanity. Also, a thank you to South Stokes Beta Club for serving lunch to all of the volunteers #StokedToLearn2425 #HabitatForHumanity #TechTeam

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who are the heart of our schools and offices — the ones who keep everything running smoothly with a smile, a solution, and a can-do attitude. To our administrative professionals: your hard work, organization, and dedication do not go unnoticed. Thank you for being the friendly face that greets, the helping hand that supports, and the backbone that keeps us all on track. 💙 #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #StokedToLearn2425 #WeAppreciateYou

📚👏 Big congratulations to our London Elementary and Southeastern Middle School Battle of the Books teams for their outstanding achievement! 🏆✨ Stokes County School Board proudly recognized these incredible students for their hard work, teamwork, and love of reading. Your dedication and enthusiasm inspire us all—way to represent our district with pride! 🎉📖 #BattleOfTheBooks #ReadersAreLeaders #StudentSuccess #StokedToLearn2425 London Elementary Wyatt Stultz Reece Stultz Ava Palombo Eli Tyndall Alivia Bailey Carson Adams Callie Gentry Ayden Grace Cesar Monita Sofia Welch Willow Hege Presley Williams Coaches: Chelsea Noah Sara Cornett Annette Joyce Gracie Bray Southeastern Middle School Adam Manuel Sarah Hooker Halle Holt Braden Willson Briana Strange Garrett Tyndall Kaylee Taylor Ariana Carpenter Keyla Aguirre-Jacobo Coach: Genna Holt

🚌💛 Happy School Bus Drivers’ Day! 💛🚌 Rain or shine, our school bus drivers go the extra mile—literally! 🚍 They greet students with a smile, keep them safe on the road, and start and end their day with kindness. Drop a 🚌 in the comments to show your appreciation for these everyday heroes! Thank you, drivers, for all you do! 👏 #SchoolBusDriversDay #ThankYouDrivers #GoingTheExtraMile

💼✨ Happy Administrative Professionals Week!✨💼 In every school, office, and organization are the amazing administrative professionals who keep everything running smoothly! From managing schedules to supporting staff and families, their hard work and dedication make a huge impact every day. #AdminProfessionalsWeek #ThankYou

Happy National Volunteer Week! Volunteers are the heart of our communities, giving their time, energy, and kindness to make a difference! Whether they’re mentoring students, organizing events, or lending a helping hand, their impact is immeasurable. Tag a volunteer who inspires you and give them a virtual high-five! ✋💙 #NationalVolunteerWeek #ThankYouVolunteers #MakingADifference

👔✨ CTE Business Advisory Council Meeting ✨👷‍♀️ South Stokes High hosted business and community leaders from across the district came together for our CTE Business Advisory Council meeting. CTE Internship students shared firsthand how their internship experiences are shaping their future goals! 🙌🎓 Thank you to all who support our mission to prepare students for real-world success! 💼🔧 #StokesCTE #CareerReady #WorkBasedLearning #CommunityConnections #StokesdToLearn2425 #CTEWorks

🌟 Career & Community Expo 2025 🌟 On Friday, April 11, 8th graders from all four Stokes County middle schools came together at YMCA Camp Hanes for a day of discovery and inspiration! 🎓💼 Students explored a wide range of career paths and community service opportunities—empowering them to dream big and find meaningful ways to give back. 🤝💡 Thank you to The Rotary Club of King and Duke Energy for sponsoring this impactful annual event. Your support helps shape the future of our students and our community! 💙 #StokesCountySchools #CareerReady #CommunityStrong #FutureLeaders #StokedToLearn2425 #CareerExpo2025

🚨 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.