Please help Rock Springs by completing the Leader in Me Spring MRA survey. This survey will help us determine the best way forward as we begin our Leader in Me journey, empowering students and fostering school-wide leadership. We'd love to have 100% participation so that we have an accurate picture of the state of our school. The survey window closes April 29th. Thank you!
https://www.leaderinme.com/s/rock-springs-elementary-nc/families
To the MVPs of the front office: We appreciate you today and every day! We couldn't let the day pass without wishing Carla Gillespie, Nancy DeAngelis, and Mary Catherine Robinson a Happy Administrative Professionals Day! You ROCK!
The Spring Scholastic Book Fair is coming and we need your help! Student preview days will be April 23 and 24. Shopping days will be April 27 - May 1.
Please use the link to the signup genius below to volunteer. Thank you!
Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up Genius Link
Our school is participating in a unique fundraising program with Art to Remember that gives you the opportunity to purchase keepsake items with your child's artwork on them. The best part is that every keepsake order supports our school. Just head to ArtToRemember.com and search for your child’s name, enter their online order code, or upload artwork from home and start shopping!
Tryouts will take place in May. Please read the linked Google Doc for more information.
https://bit.ly/4lNibaM
Help make this year's teacher appreciation week a galactic success!!
To donate:
Amazon Wish List link -- http://bit.ly/4lDjNUc
(All items used for decoration and teacher raffle items.)
Monetary Donation link -- https://bit.ly/4rKmAN9
(All funds used for teacher meals, gifts, and fun surprises.)
To celebrate, wear your crazy or mismatched socks to school on Friday, March 20.
Join us in acknowledging and celebrating those with Down Syndrome and their unique abilities.
Carolina Photography will be at Rock Springs Elementary School to photograph Spring pictures on March 18. Every student will be photographed.
After picture day, students will be given a proof of their photo for ordering online.
We look forward to seeing your smiling faces!
Congratulations to our "Of the Year" Winners!
Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Curry
Support Employee of the Year: Nancy DeAngelis
Service Employee of the Year: Nurse Jennifer
Volunteer of the Year: Lindsey Gregory
🌿 You’re Invited: Supporting Your Child Through Student Stress & Anxiety 🌿
Is your child feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork, social pressures, or expectations?
You’re not alone — and neither are they!
Join us for an informal, welcoming session designed especially for parents who want to better understand and support their children through stress and anxiety at school.
🧠 Led by Mental Health Experts
Our session will be facilitated by experienced professionals in child and adolescent mental health who will:
Explain why stress and anxiety are increasingly common in school-aged children
Share practical tools to support your child at home
Help you recognize early warning signs
Offer guidance on when and how to seek additional support
Answer your questions in a relaxed environment
💬 What to Expect
Friendly and conversational atmosphere
Evidence-based insights
Real-life strategies you can use immediately
Time for open discussion and Q&A
Whether your child is experiencing mild stress or more significant anxiety, this session will empower you with knowledge, confidence, and practical support strategies.
📅 Event Details
Thursday, March 12th
6:30-7:45 In the NLHS Media Center
Please RSVP and submit questions for the panel to answer by following the link on the NLHS website.
💙 Because when parents feel informed and supported, children thrive.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday, March 3 at 9:00 am
If your child will be 5 on or before August 31, 2026, please join us for a visit designed to introduce both children and parents to Kindergarten.
Please join us in thanking our bus drivers this week for School Bus Driver Appreciation Week!
It is National School Counseling Week, and we are celebrating the best team around -- Mrs. Boukari and Mrs. Coffey!
Thank you for listening, caring, and helping us grow every single day. You help us be our best selves. We appreciate everything you do!
