Random Acts of Kindness Day is observed on February 17th each year. It provides an opportunity for people worldwide to come together and make the world a better place through their thoughtful actions.
Random Acts of Kindness Day is a reminder that small gestures of kindness have the power to change the world. By spreading love and positivity, we can create a more compassionate and caring society. Take this opportunity on February 17th to perform random acts of kindness and inspire others to do the same. Together, we can make the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time.
Engineers Week (Feb 16-22, 2025)
More than a week-long event, Engineers Week is a year-round commitment to making a difference. The only event of its kind—it is a time for you to:
Celebrate how engineers make a difference in our world
Add your voice to the conversation about the need for engineers, technicians, and technologists
Engage students in engineering
Mrs. Priddy's class celebrated National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day by showing their gratitude to Officer Danley! 🎉👮♂️ Thank you, Officer Danley, for keeping our school safe and for all you do for our students! 💙👏 #SROAppreciationDay #ThankYouOfficerDanley
National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day in 2025 is on February 15.
The National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) established the day in 2022 to recognize the work of school resource officers (SROs).
What do SROs do?
SROs are sworn law enforcement officers who serve in schools. They help students stay safe and learn about crime prevention, drug awareness, and the legal system.
SROs also act as informal mentors and liaisons to community services.
SROs can help reduce crime, suspensions, and disciplinary actions in and around schools.
Why celebrate SROs?
SROs are essential members of the school community who help keep students safe.
SROs play a unique and vital role in law enforcement.
SROs help bridge the gap between law enforcement and youth.
A Big Thank You to Officer Darrell Danley!
We want to express our deepest appreciation for Officer Darrell Danley, our dedicated School Resource Officer at Rockford Elementary. Officer Danley plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and school community. His commitment, professionalism, and caring attitude make a positive impact every day. Thank you, Officer Danley, for your service and for being an integral part of our school family!
💖 Happy Valentine's Day! 💖
Wishing all our students, staff, and families at Rockford Elementary a day filled with love, kindness, and joy. Let’s spread positivity and celebrate the special bonds we share within our school community!
📚✨ Reminder: The Book Fair Starts This Friday! ✨📚
Get ready, Rockford Gators! The Book Fair kicks off on Friday, February 14th and runs through Thursday, February 20th.
📅 Dates: February 14th - February 20th
⏰ Hours:
Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday Morning Family Event: Opens at 7:15 AM
Don't forget to stop by and find some great books! See you there! 📖🎉
#RockfordBookFair #ReadMore #GatorsLoveBooks
Our makeup date for class pictures is Friday, February 21.
At the beginning of January, our SAVE Promise club started a food drive themed "Soup-er Bowl". Our club wanted to collect 1000 items that would be donated to local families in need. We are so thankful for all who contributed to this cause. We are pleased to announce that we have four winners in this competition.
1st place, Mrs. Simmon's 2nd-grade class brought in 1,166 items.
2nd place, Ms. Newman's Kindergarten class brought in 438 items.
3rd place, Mrs. Porterfield's Kindergarten class brought in 147 items.
4th place, Mrs. Johnson's 3rd grade class brought in 62 items.
We are extremely proud to announce that our school brought in a total of 2,322 items and went above and beyond our goal of 1000 items!
SCS will be on a 2 hour delay today Wednesday, February 12. Class pictures will be rescheduled with the new date communicated soon.
#SCSUpdates | Surry County Schools will operate on a 2-Hour Delay on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Thank you, and have a great evening.
GATORS! Look what set is up and ready for you to return from this winter mix day! Who is excited?!?
#SCSUpdates | Surry County Schools will be closed for students with an optional work day for staff today, Tuesday, February 11, 2025. All evening activities are canceled. Thank you, and have a safe morning.
Congratulations to Mrs. Thomas's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but Four times—for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
Congratulations to Mrs. Simmon's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but twice—for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
Congratulations to Mrs. Tilley's class at Rockford Elementary for achieving perfect attendance not just once, but twice—for 16 days each time! 🎉👏 Your dedication to being present every day is impressive. Keep up the great work, and let's aim for even more perfect attendance streaks.
📚✨ The Book Fair is Coming Soon! ✨📚
Mark your calendars! The Rockford Elementary Book Fair will be open from Friday, February 14th – Thursday, February 20th.
📍 Book Fair Hours:
📅 Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
⏰ 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🌟 Special Event:
📖 Tuesday Morning Family Event – Opens early at 7:15 AM!
Don't miss this opportunity to shop for amazing books and support our school! 📖💙 https://www.scholastic.com/bf/rockfordelementaryschool
❄️🐊 Winter Gator Day Fun! 🐊❄️
Rockford Elementary students enjoyed a Winter Gator Day filled with exciting winter-themed activities! ⛄✨
❄️ Snowball Fight in the Gym – Laughter and friendly competition filled the air!
🏠 Marshmallow Igloos – Students got creative building cozy igloo structures.
❄️ Snowflake Clings – Beautiful winter decorations added to the fun!
A big thank you to everyone who helped make this a memorable day! ❄️💙 #WinterGatorDay #RockfordFun
Congratulations to the PE Assistant Coaches for Mrs. Fitzgerald for February. These students have been great leaders in the gym. Way to CHOMP Gators!
Rockford Elementary SAVE Promise first graders lead our school-wide assembly about our leadership trait of the month. These Gators demonstrated to the students and staff what it means to be a leader using Active Listening skills. Our leadership team in SAVE Promise also shared updates on our ongoing food drive. We are almost to our goal!
Fifth graders participate in a demonstration to show how warm and cool air affects the air pressure. When an empty bottle was placed into a bowl of hot water, the pressure around the bottle increased, causing the balloon to inflate. When the bottle was moved to a cold bowl of water, the pressure dropped and the balloon deflated.
