🎉 January 2026 Employee of the Month 🎉
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Danielle Cox, Media Coordinator at Walnut Cove Elementary School, on being named Stokes County Schools’ January 2026 Employee of the Month!
Mrs. Cox began her career with Stokes County Schools in August 2014 as a first grade teacher at Pine Hall Elementary. In 2021, she transitioned into the role of Media Coordinator at Sandy Ridge Elementary, and she joined the Walnut Cove Elementary family at the start of the 2024–2025 school year.
Mrs. Cox has been such a blessing to the staff of Walnut Cove Elementary. She supports her school by managing resources, integrating technology, and fostering a love for reading. She assists staff with instructional tools, curates digital content, and ensures smooth library operations. Always available and highly knowledgeable, she is an invaluable resource who strengthens learning and collaboration across the entire school community.
We are incredibly thankful for her hard work and dedication to Walnut Cove Elementary. Stokes County Schools is stronger because of Mrs. Cox and her commitment to students and staff. 📚✨
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Danielle Cox, Media Coordinator at Walnut Cove Elementary School, on being named Stokes County Schools’ January 2026 Employee of the Month!
Mrs. Cox began her career with Stokes County Schools in August 2014 as a first grade teacher at Pine Hall Elementary. In 2021, she transitioned into the role of Media Coordinator at Sandy Ridge Elementary, and she joined the Walnut Cove Elementary family at the start of the 2024–2025 school year.
Mrs. Cox has been such a blessing to the staff of Walnut Cove Elementary. She supports her school by managing resources, integrating technology, and fostering a love for reading. She assists staff with instructional tools, curates digital content, and ensures smooth library operations. Always available and highly knowledgeable, she is an invaluable resource who strengthens learning and collaboration across the entire school community.
We are incredibly thankful for her hard work and dedication to Walnut Cove Elementary. Stokes County Schools is stronger because of Mrs. Cox and her commitment to students and staff. 📚✨
🎓 Virtual FAFSA Training – Join Us! 🎓
Want to help students and families better understand financial aid opportunities? Join us for a Virtual FAFSA Training on Thursday, February 5, from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This session is open to all community and school stakeholders and will:
✅ Explain the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
✅ Promote student access to funding for postsecondary education
✅ Help dispel common FAFSA myths
📲 Click here to register - https://tinyurl.com/4dx5he5s
Let’s work together to support our students’ futures!
#FAFSA #CollegeAccess #StudentSuccess #StokesCountySchools
Want to help students and families better understand financial aid opportunities? Join us for a Virtual FAFSA Training on Thursday, February 5, from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
This session is open to all community and school stakeholders and will:
✅ Explain the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
✅ Promote student access to funding for postsecondary education
✅ Help dispel common FAFSA myths
📲 Click here to register - https://tinyurl.com/4dx5he5s
Let’s work together to support our students’ futures!
#FAFSA #CollegeAccess #StudentSuccess #StokesCountySchools
Today we recognize Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and thank the dedicated men and women who serve and protect our community. Your commitment, courage, and service do not go unnoticed. We appreciate all you do to keep our schools and community safe. 💙
⏰ AUDITIONS ARE COMING UP! ⏰
Just 5 days until auditions for Newsies: The Broadway Musical! 🎭
Stokes County Schools - All County Theatre
🗓 Auditions: January 12 & 13
👥 Open to ALL students —
🎤 Singers & non-singers
💃 Dancers & non-dancers
🎬 Backstage & technical crew
Whether you want to be center stage or behind the scenes, there’s a role for you!
🔗 Sign up now & get all audition info:
👉 www.stokestheatre.weebly.com
📧 Questions? Email Mr. Bulla at
justin.bulla@stokes.k12.nc.us
✨ Don’t wait — sign up today and be part of Newsies!
Just 5 days until auditions for Newsies: The Broadway Musical! 🎭
Stokes County Schools - All County Theatre
🗓 Auditions: January 12 & 13
👥 Open to ALL students —
🎤 Singers & non-singers
💃 Dancers & non-dancers
🎬 Backstage & technical crew
Whether you want to be center stage or behind the scenes, there’s a role for you!
🔗 Sign up now & get all audition info:
👉 www.stokestheatre.weebly.com
📧 Questions? Email Mr. Bulla at
justin.bulla@stokes.k12.nc.us
✨ Don’t wait — sign up today and be part of Newsies!
This month, we recognize Board of Education Appreciation Month and thank our Board members for their service, leadership, and dedication to student success. Your commitment to public education makes a lasting impact on our schools and community. Thank you for all you do.
🚨 Last Chance to Share Your Input! 🚨
The survey for the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar is closing soon.
Thank you to everyone who has already participated. If you haven’t yet, please take a moment to share your feedback—your input matters!
🔗 Survey link: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
⏰ Closes 12/30 at Noon
The survey for the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar is closing soon.
Thank you to everyone who has already participated. If you haven’t yet, please take a moment to share your feedback—your input matters!
🔗 Survey link: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
⏰ Closes 12/30 at Noon
⏳ There’s still time to share your voice!
We invite parents, staff, students, and community members to provide input on the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar.
Your feedback is reviewed by the Calendar Committee and considered by the Stokes County Board of Education as part of the calendar development process.
🔗 Complete the survey: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
📌 Closes 12/30 at Noon
We invite parents, staff, students, and community members to provide input on the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar.
Your feedback is reviewed by the Calendar Committee and considered by the Stokes County Board of Education as part of the calendar development process.
🔗 Complete the survey: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
📌 Closes 12/30 at Noon
🗣️ We want your input!
Stokes County Schools is seeking community feedback on the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback with the Stokes County Calendar Committee. While the final decision rests with the Stokes County Board of Education, your voice is valued and helps inform this important process.
🔗 Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
⏰ Survey closes 12/30 at Noon
Stokes County Schools is seeking community feedback on the 2026–2027 Traditional School Calendar.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback with the Stokes County Calendar Committee. While the final decision rests with the Stokes County Board of Education, your voice is valued and helps inform this important process.
🔗 Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/PzX9Xuue1GFPapwDA
⏰ Survey closes 12/30 at Noon
🎄✨ Three-Hour Early Dismissal Today!
Stokes County Schools will release early as we head into the holiday break.
Enjoy a safe, restful, and cheerful holiday season!
📚 We’ll see everyone back on January 5th for the start of the Spring semester.
🎭 AUDITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎭
📣 Newsies: The Broadway Musical is coming, and we want YOU!
Stokes County Schools - All County Theatre
🗓 Auditions: January 12 & 13
👥 Open to everyone —
✔️ Singers & non-singers
✔️ Dancers & non-dancers
✔️ Backstage crew
✔️ Technical crew
Whether you’re ready to perform on stage or shine behind the scenes, there’s a place for you in this production!
🔗 All audition details & sign-ups:
👉 www.stokestheatre.weebly.com
📧 Questions? Contact Mr. Bulla, Theatre Teacher:
justin.bulla@stokes.k12.nc.us
✨ Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting show — join the cast or crew of Newsies!
📣 Newsies: The Broadway Musical is coming, and we want YOU!
Stokes County Schools - All County Theatre
🗓 Auditions: January 12 & 13
👥 Open to everyone —
✔️ Singers & non-singers
✔️ Dancers & non-dancers
✔️ Backstage crew
✔️ Technical crew
Whether you’re ready to perform on stage or shine behind the scenes, there’s a place for you in this production!
🔗 All audition details & sign-ups:
👉 www.stokestheatre.weebly.com
📧 Questions? Contact Mr. Bulla, Theatre Teacher:
justin.bulla@stokes.k12.nc.us
✨ Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting show — join the cast or crew of Newsies!
🎉 Congratulations, Dr. Brad Rice! 🎉
We are proud to announce that Dr. Brad Rice, Stokes County Superintendent, has been named the 2026 Regional Superintendent of the Year! 🏆
This recognition reflects Dr. Rice’s unwavering dedication to students, educators, and the entire Stokes County community. His leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence continue to move our district forward and inspire all who serve alongside him.
Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! 👏💙
#StokesCountySchools #SuperintendentOfTheYear #LeadershipExcellence #ProudToBeStokes
We are proud to announce that Dr. Brad Rice, Stokes County Superintendent, has been named the 2026 Regional Superintendent of the Year! 🏆
This recognition reflects Dr. Rice’s unwavering dedication to students, educators, and the entire Stokes County community. His leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence continue to move our district forward and inspire all who serve alongside him.
Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! 👏💙
#StokesCountySchools #SuperintendentOfTheYear #LeadershipExcellence #ProudToBeStokes
🏆⛳️ STATE CHAMPION ALERT! ⛳️🏆
The Stokes County Board of Education proudly congratulates Sawyer Slate of South Stokes High School for winning the 2025 NCHSAA 1A Boys Golf Individual State Championship!
Sawyer shot an even-par to earn medalist honors on May 13 at Longleaf Golf & Family Club — a phenomenal achievement and a proud moment for the entire Stokes County Schools community.
Please join us in celebrating Sawyer’s hard work, dedication, and remarkable accomplishment. Way to represent Stokes County with excellence! 🎉👏
#StokesCountySchools #StateChampion #Golf #NCHSAA #SouthStokesHigh #ProudToBeSCS
The Stokes County Board of Education proudly congratulates Sawyer Slate of South Stokes High School for winning the 2025 NCHSAA 1A Boys Golf Individual State Championship!
Sawyer shot an even-par to earn medalist honors on May 13 at Longleaf Golf & Family Club — a phenomenal achievement and a proud moment for the entire Stokes County Schools community.
Please join us in celebrating Sawyer’s hard work, dedication, and remarkable accomplishment. Way to represent Stokes County with excellence! 🎉👏
#StokesCountySchools #StateChampion #Golf #NCHSAA #SouthStokesHigh #ProudToBeSCS
🌟 As we head into the holiday season, here are a few key reminders:
🕒 Friday, Dec. 19 — Early Release
🎄 Holiday Break starts right after
📚 Students return Jan. 5 for the start of the Spring semester
Wishing our entire school community a safe, joyful, and restful break!
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We’re proud to announce that Chestnut Grove Middle School has been named a 2025 PTEC Signature School! 🏆
This honor recognizes our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, innovative practices, and a strong culture of collaboration that helps every student thrive. 🌟
A huge thank you to our amazing staff, students, families, and community for making this achievement possible — together, we are shaping the future of education! 💙💛
#PTECSignatureSchool #ExcellenceInEducation #ChestnutGroveProud
We’re proud to announce that Chestnut Grove Middle School has been named a 2025 PTEC Signature School! 🏆
This honor recognizes our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, innovative practices, and a strong culture of collaboration that helps every student thrive. 🌟
A huge thank you to our amazing staff, students, families, and community for making this achievement possible — together, we are shaping the future of education! 💙💛
#PTECSignatureSchool #ExcellenceInEducation #ChestnutGroveProud
Due to the forecasted temperatures and current road conditions, Stokes County Schools will operate on a three-hour delay on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Our transportation and operations teams will reassess road conditions early in the morning. If it is determined that we need to cancel school, we will notify families and staff before 8:00 a.m.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Stay safe and have a good evening.
Our transportation and operations teams will reassess road conditions early in the morning. If it is determined that we need to cancel school, we will notify families and staff before 8:00 a.m.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Stay safe and have a good evening.
💻✨ Happy Computer Science Education Week!
This week, we’re celebrating creativity, problem-solving, and the students who are learning to shape the future through code. From building apps to designing games to exploring AI, computer science opens doors to endless possibilities — and our students are diving in with curiosity and confidence.
We’re proud to empower every learner with the digital skills they need for tomorrow’s world: critical thinking, collaboration, and the courage to create with technology.
A huge thank-you to our teachers who bring computational thinking to life and inspire students to imagine what’s possible.
Here’s to the innovators, thinkers, and creators in every classroom! 🚀
This week, we’re celebrating creativity, problem-solving, and the students who are learning to shape the future through code. From building apps to designing games to exploring AI, computer science opens doors to endless possibilities — and our students are diving in with curiosity and confidence.
We’re proud to empower every learner with the digital skills they need for tomorrow’s world: critical thinking, collaboration, and the courage to create with technology.
A huge thank-you to our teachers who bring computational thinking to life and inspire students to imagine what’s possible.
Here’s to the innovators, thinkers, and creators in every classroom! 🚀
Due to the winter weather advisory and forecast for Monday, Stokes County Schools will operate on a remote learning day on Monday, December 8, 2025.
Students should follow the remote learning plans provided by their teachers. If you have questions about expectations or assignments, please contact your child’s teacher or school principal for guidance. Staff should refer to communication from their supervisors regarding reporting expectations.
The Board of Education meeting scheduled for tomorrow night will be rescheduled. When a new date is determined, an announcement will be made.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of our students. Please stay safe and warm as this weather system moves through our area.
Due to the winter weather advisory and the forecast of substantial winter weather on Friday morning, Stokes County Schools will operate on a remote learning day on Friday, December 5, 2025.
Students should follow the remote learning plans provided by their teachers.
Students should follow the remote learning plans provided by their teachers.
🎉 December 2025 Employee of the Month 🎉
Congratulations, Mr. Michael Richardson!
Principal, Nancy Reynolds Elementary School
Stokes County Schools is proud to recognize Mr. Michael Richardson as our December 2025 Employee of the Month!
Mr. Richardson has been a dedicated member of Stokes County Schools since 2010, beginning his career as a PE teacher at South Stokes High School. Over the years, he has served our students and staff in multiple roles—PE teacher at Chestnut Grove Middle, Athletic Director and PE teacher at North Stokes High, and later Assistant Principal at North Stokes in 2018.
Since July 2021, he has led Nancy Reynolds Elementary with heart, vision, and unwavering commitment. We are incredibly grateful for his leadership and the positive impact he brings to the entire district.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Mr. Richardson and thanking him for his hard work and dedication to the students and families of Stokes County Schools! 🌟
Congratulations, Mr. Michael Richardson!
Principal, Nancy Reynolds Elementary School
Stokes County Schools is proud to recognize Mr. Michael Richardson as our December 2025 Employee of the Month!
Mr. Richardson has been a dedicated member of Stokes County Schools since 2010, beginning his career as a PE teacher at South Stokes High School. Over the years, he has served our students and staff in multiple roles—PE teacher at Chestnut Grove Middle, Athletic Director and PE teacher at North Stokes High, and later Assistant Principal at North Stokes in 2018.
Since July 2021, he has led Nancy Reynolds Elementary with heart, vision, and unwavering commitment. We are incredibly grateful for his leadership and the positive impact he brings to the entire district.
👏 Please join us in celebrating Mr. Richardson and thanking him for his hard work and dedication to the students and families of Stokes County Schools! 🌟
🌟 Giving Tuesday: A Strong Start for Stokes 🌟
We are proud to share the inception of the Stokes County Education Foundation (SCEF), a fund of the Shallow Ford Foundation, a nonprofit fund dedicated to supporting our students, our teachers, and innovative learning across Stokes County Schools.
When you give today, your donation stays 100% local and goes directly toward real classroom needs, from hands-on learning initiatives to teacher-led projects that spark innovation, creativity, and curiosity.
Why now?
Because strong schools build strong communities. The Foundation will help bridge resource gaps, fund innovation, and ensure every student has the tools they need for success.
How you can make a difference today:
💙 Make a Giving Tuesday donation
💙 Share this post to spread the word
💙 Learn more about the mission behind the Foundation
Let’s give our students A Strong Start for Stokes, today and every day.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.shallowfordfoundation.org/stokesed
🔗 Donate today: www.sff.gives/scef
#GivingTuesday #StrongStartForStokes #StokesCountySchools #SupportEducation #YourGivingMakesADifference
We are proud to share the inception of the Stokes County Education Foundation (SCEF), a fund of the Shallow Ford Foundation, a nonprofit fund dedicated to supporting our students, our teachers, and innovative learning across Stokes County Schools.
When you give today, your donation stays 100% local and goes directly toward real classroom needs, from hands-on learning initiatives to teacher-led projects that spark innovation, creativity, and curiosity.
Why now?
Because strong schools build strong communities. The Foundation will help bridge resource gaps, fund innovation, and ensure every student has the tools they need for success.
How you can make a difference today:
💙 Make a Giving Tuesday donation
💙 Share this post to spread the word
💙 Learn more about the mission behind the Foundation
Let’s give our students A Strong Start for Stokes, today and every day.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.shallowfordfoundation.org/stokesed
🔗 Donate today: www.sff.gives/scef
#GivingTuesday #StrongStartForStokes #StokesCountySchools #SupportEducation #YourGivingMakesADifference
