Stokes County Schools

🌟 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 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

🌟 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

Stokes County Schools Board Recognizes South Stokes High School’s Impactful Holocaust Project Mrs. Voss’s English 2 students at South Stokes High School took their Holocaust studies to a new level in November 2024. After reading Night by Elie Wiesel, students researched Holocaust survivors and created canvas shoe designs to represent their stories. 👟✨ The project caught the attention of the NC Council on the Holocaust, which requested specific student-created shoes to be featured in a statewide traveling exhibit. These projects will help educate teachers and students across North Carolina about Holocaust survivors who settled in our state. We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Voss and her students for their dedication to honoring history and sharing these powerful stories. 💙 #StokesProud #HolocaustEducation #SouthStokes #NeverForget

🐝✨ 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

🎉👏 CTE Credential Celebrations! 👏🎉 Our students at North Stokes, South Stokes, and West Stokes High Schools are making big moves in Career & Technical Education! 🚀 ✅ North Stokes: 57 students earned 87 credentials ✅ South Stokes: 121 students earned 321 credentials ✅ West Stokes: 158 students earned 709 credentials These industry-recognized credentials open doors to future careers and opportunities! 🎓🔧💻💡 Way to go, Wildcats, Sauras, and Vikings! #CTESuccess #FutureReady #StokesProud #StokedToLearn2425

💙💛 March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day! 💛💙 Today, we celebrate the uniqueness, talents, and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome while advocating for inclusion, understanding, and respect. 💙✨ Let’s work together to create a world where EVERYONE is valued and included. 💛 #WorldDownSyndromeDay #InclusionMatters #DifferentNotLess

🌟🎨✨ Happy National Preschool Teachers Appreciation Day!✨🎨🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who spark curiosity, nurture young minds, and lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning. 💕📚 From teaching ABCs and 123s to fostering kindness and creativity, preschool teachers make a lasting impact on our littlest learners. Tag a preschool teacher who deserves a shoutout and share your appreciation in the comments! 👏🍎 #ThankYouTeachers #PreschoolHeroes #EarlyLearningMatters

🌸🌞 Spring Break is here! 🌞🌸 Spring Break is March 17-21! 🎉 Whether you're traveling, relaxing at home, or exploring new adventures, we hope you have a safe and enjoyable break. 🌷 Reminder: Schools will be closed during this time, and we’ll see everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong! 💪📚 Stokes Early College High School is in session. #SpringBreak #TimeToRecharge

March 2025 EOM Announcement Cheryl Pasley Financial Secretary Stokes Early College High School Cheryl has been with us since 2009. Serving in many roles she has been a Teacher Assistant, EC Assistant, and Pre-K Assistant. She transitioned to the office at the Early College and became a member of the Falcon family in 2021. Her past experience serving in many areas in many different school locations has established an amazing expertise, and tremendous work ethic. We are very thankful for her hard work and commitment to the Early College and Stokes County Schools.

📚🏆 Middle School Battle of the Books Results! 🏆📚 Congratulations to all the teams who competed in the Middle School Battle of the Books competition! After an exciting contest, the results are in: 🥇 1st Place: Southeastern Stokes Middle School 🥈 2nd Place: Chestnut Grove Middle School 🥉 3rd Place: Piney Grove Middle School Southeastern Stokes Middle School will advance to the regional competition! Best of luck as you continue your journey! 👏🎉 #BattleOfTheBooks #MiddleSchoolReads #CongratsChampions

📚🏆 Elementary Battle of the Books – District Competition Results! 🏆📚 It was a thrilling competition, with just 7 points separating the teams! 🥇 1st Place: London Elementary 🥈 2nd Place: Pinnacle Elementary 🥉 3rd Place: Germanton Elementary Congratulations to London Elementary, who will advance to the Regional Battle of the Books on April 5th! Best of luck! 🎉👏 #BattleOfTheBooks #ReadingChampions #ElementaryExcellence

STUDENTS WIN LOCAL POSTER, ESSAY, & SLIDESHOW CONTESTS On February 13th the Stokes SWCD held its annual county-wide poster contest (for students in grades 3-5), essay contest (for students in grades 6-8) and the slideshow contest (for students in grades 6-8). The contest theme was “Wetlands Are Wonderful”. Congratulations to the students listed below! These students will be recognized and given awards at the Stokes Soil & Water Banquet in May. 3rd, 4th, & 5th GRADE POSTER CONTESTS 3rd Grade 1st Place – June McCollum (Nancy Reynolds Elem.) 3rd Grade 2nd Place – Faith Mecimore (Nancy Reynolds Elem.) 4th Grade 1st Place – Adeline Schell (Mt. Olive Elem.) 4th Grade 2nd Place – Ivy Martinez (Nancy Reynolds Elem.) 5th Grade 1st Place – Laughter Jessup (Nancy Reynolds Elem.) 5th Grade 2nd Place – Erin Bullins (Nancy Reynolds Elem.) 6th & 8th GRADE SLIDESHOW CONTESTS 6th Grade 1st Place – Marcus Goolsby (SEMS) 6th Grade 2nd Place – Mason Nelson (SEMS) 7th Grade 1st Place – Erica Pettitt (CGMS) 8th Grade 1st Place – Araya Wilson (PGMS) 8th Grade 2nd Place – Kourtney Pyrtle (PGMS) 6th & 8th GRADE ESSAY CONTESTS 6th Grade 1st Place – Mason Nelson (SEMS) 6th Grade 2nd Place – Daemyn Freeman (SEMS) 8th Grade 1st Place – Allie Joyce (PGMS) 8th Grade 2nd Place – Austin Pettitt (CGMS)

Happy Education Support Professionals Week! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the amazing individuals who make our schools run smoothly and create positive learning environments for students. From custodians and bus drivers to office staff and paraprofessionals, your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. Thank you for all you do to support our students, teachers, and schools! #ThankYou #StokedToLearn2425 #EducationSupportProfessionals

🏆 Battle of the Books Results! 📚 Congratulations to all our amazing readers! After a tough competition, here are the top teams: 🥇 1st Place: London Elementary 🥈 2nd Place: Poplar Springs Elementary 🥉 3rd Place: Walnut Cove Elementary London Elementary, who will advance to the district competition tomorrow, March 11, at Nancy Reynolds Elementary at 9 AM! Good luck, London Elementary—keep up the great work! 🎉📖💪 #BattleOfTheBooks #ReadingChampions #GoodLuckLondon

March 5th @ 9:30am is the annual statewide tornado drill. Residents are encouraged to practice their emergency plan. Are you #ReadyNC? Note: Due to the slight risk of severe weather this Wednesday, schools will conduct the a tornado drill on a different day.

🏆 Battle of the Books Results! 📚🎉 Congratulations to all the incredible teams who competed in the Battle of the Books! Your hard work and dedication truly shined. 🥇 1st Place: Pinnacle Elementary – Moving on to the district competition on March 11th! 🥈 2nd Place: King Elementary 🥉 3rd Place: Mount Olive Elementary Great job to all the students who participated! 📖✨ #BattleOfTheBooks #ReadingChampions

🔧Happy Maintenance Workers Appreciation Day!🔧 Today, we recognize and celebrate the hardworking maintenance workers who keep our schools, buildings, and communities running smoothly! From fixing leaks to keeping our spaces safe and functional, their dedication does not go unnoticed. Drop a thank you in the comments to show your appreciation for these everyday heroes! #MaintenanceWorkersAppreciation #ThankYou

🥞🥓 It’s National School Breakfast Week!🥣🍎 A great day starts with a great breakfast. 🍽️ This week, we’re celebrating the importance of fueling up for learning with nutritious and delicious school breakfasts. From fresh fruit to whole grains, our school cafeterias are serving up meals that help students stay focused and ready to succeed. #SchoolBreakfastMatters #FuelForSuccess