⏰ Weather Alert: RCS on a Two Hour Delay for Students
Due to forecasted inclement weather, Rockingham County Schools will operate on a two hour delay for all students tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Please take your time and we’ll see you a little later than usual!
The RCS Board of Education recognized our schools exceeding academic growth for the 2023-2024 school year: Dillard Academy, Leaksville-Spray Elementary, Lincoln Elementary, South End Elementary, Stoneville Elementary, Wentworth Elementary and Western Rockingham Middle!!
⏰ Weather Alert Update⏰
Due to the updated forecast of inclement weather, Rockingham County Schools will be closed for all students tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 with an optional workday for staff. Daycare will open at 8:30 am - parents provide snack & lunch.
⏰ Weather Alert: RCS on a Two-Hour Delay ⏰
Due to forecasted inclement weather, RCS will operate on a two-hour delay for all students and staff tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11, 2025. The two-hour delay does include RCS Child Care Services. Please stay tuned for any additional information on our website, social media and local news affiliates.
Please take your time, stay safe on the roads, and we’ll see you a little later than usual!
🚨 Attention RCS Parents & Guardians! 🚨
Join us for an important Parent Information Session with District Attorney Katy Gregg as we tackle crucial topics impacting our students today, including:
⚠️ Bullying
⚠️ Drugs & Vaping
⚠️ Sextortion
⚠️ Truancy
📅 Date: February 18, 2025
📍 Location: WRMS Auditorium
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
This session will provide valuable insight to help parents protect and support their children. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed! Tag a fellow parent and spread the word! #RCSParentSession #KeepingOurKidsSafe #StayInformed
RCS Celebrates School Bus Drivers!
Bus drivers are the person who ensures their safety each time they step on the bus. On School Bus Driver Appreciation Week, we send our appreciation and support for our bus drivers and thank them for taking care of our children!!
Good afternoon Dillard Academy families!
We are looking for girls size 10-12 and 14-16 bottoms such as jeans, sweatpants, or leggings. Also, we are looking for size 6-8, 10-12, and 14-16 boys bottoms such as jeans or sweatpants. Thank you for helping our students!
Please help us celebrate our amazing bus drivers! Thank you for all that you do!
Thank you, Ms. Willis, for your dedication to our school. We appreciate you!
Collaborative art hearts! They are popping up all around the school! ❤️💕💙💜💗💛💚💓🧡💘
RCS is excited to announce our 5 upcoming K101 Information Sessions for all families with rising kindergarten students! Welcome Class 2038!!
101 Days of School! The fun has just begun!
Thank you to Mrs. Stevens for creating the
amazing 100-day and 101-day backdrops! We
truly appreciate your creativity and effort in
making these celebrations even more
memorable.
Friday, January 24th, our wonderful PTO held our annual Snowball Dance. Thank you to everyone who raised money and participated in any way! Special thank you to Mrs. Warner, Mrs. Ore, and Mrs. Belton!
Dillard Academy is 100 days smarter!!
The RCS Board of Education has accepted two draft calendars for public comment for the 2025-2026 school year. These calendars are available for those who wish to contribute feedback by filling out the attached Google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBfkGc8wltQKHUcIQE7rMi3vfkHaCUifla3XbsiuSU4ztS-Q/viewform?usp=header
Traditional Calendar Option 1 has Spring Break April 6-10, 2026 found at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NkjflCfQT324zWlaP2J5hx_QS291bw12/view
Traditional Calendar Option 2 has Spring Break March 30-April 3, 2026 found at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16nL084wP-q5Rp9zHWVhX8ySftixhL9j-/view
All responses must be received no later than February 20, 2025.
Kindergarten students read "The Biggest Snowman" in the library. They built their own snowmen with marshmallows.
Mrs. Turman runs our Lego club. Here are some pictures of our K-1 students and their creations.
Dear Families,
We are excited to announce our upcoming Kindergarten Registration Night for the 2025-2026 school year! This is an important opportunity to register your child and learn more about starting their educational journey at John W. Dillard Academy.
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: John W. Dillard Academy
To ensure a smooth registration process, please bring the following required documents:
Certified copy of your child’s birth certificate
Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill, rental lease, or property tax notice with your address)
Immunization records
Parent or guardian’s driver’s license
Legal custody paperwork (if applicable)
Important Notes:
Only a parent or legal guardian can register a child for enrollment.
Your child should attend the registration night with you.
Age Eligibility:
Children must turn 5 years old on or before August 31, 2025, to be eligible for kindergarten.
At John W. Dillard Academy, we offer a non-traditional, year-round school calendar, and we welcome all school-aged children in Rockingham County to apply. We’d love for you to join our Dalmatian family!
For more information about our school and calendar, scan the QR code on the attached flyer or visit our website.
We look forward to seeing you there and partnering with you in your child’s education!
Warm regards,
Dr. Star Norton
The Edulog Bus Portal app provides RCS families with planned time and location information for your child’s bus ride to and from school. The app will show you the GPS location of the bus and send you a push notification when it is nearing the student’s bus stop. This app is free.
🌟 Holiday Reminder - All RCS Offices & Schools Closed🌟
On Monday, January 20, 2025 Rockingham County Schools will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This day reminds us to reflect on Dr. King's vision of equality, justice and unity for all.
