📢 Attention Rockingham County Schools Families:
Rockingham County Schools will have a remote learning day for all students, tomorrow, January 10, 2025 due to the forecast of inclement weather. Childcare will be available in the morning as scheduled and close at 12:00pm.
With the inclement weather forecast for our area tomorrow, RCS is considering our options including a remote learning day for students. We will be providing additional information on our websites, social media and the local news later this evening.
**📢 Attention Rockingham County Schools Families:
Rockingham County Schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Students and staff should report at the regular time. We look forward to seeing everyone! Stay safe and have a great evening!
*School Closure Due to Inclement Weather*
Due to inclement weather, Rockingham County Schools will be closed for students tomorrow, January 7, 2025. Childcare services will be available at 12pm and close at the normal scheduled time. All school activities can take place between 2:30-5:00 pm. There will be no school activities permitted after 5 pm.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay tuned for any further updates via our district website, local news and social media channels.
Updates for 1/7 including Sports new dates (weather changes!!
This Week:
January
1/7- First day back for students (pending any weather announcements)
1/7- Wrestling HOME vs. RCMS
1/7- Basketball AWAY at RCMS
1/8- Wrestling HOME vs. Reidsville
1/9- Basketball Playoffs- Girl’s Basketball HOME vs. Dillard
Stay safe out there!
** School Closure Due to Inclement Weather **
Rockingham County Schools has decided there will be no school for students tomorrow, January 6, 2025. Daycare services will be closed. Also, all school based activities are cancelled. For staff, tomorrow will be an optional teacher workday.
Please stay tuned for any further updates via our district website and social media channels.
🎉 Welcome Back to School! 🎉
We are excited to welcome our students back this Monday! We hope your family enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday break, and we wish you a Happy New Year!
As we kick off a fresh start, here are a few friendly reminders to help everyone transition smoothly:
Carline begins at 7:45 AM – let’s keep the morning flow running efficiently!
Tardies start at 8:25 AM – be sure to arrive on time for a great start to the day.
Dress for success – no pajama pants or crop tops, as we’re ready to focus and learn!
We can’t wait to see our students bright and early Monday morning! Let’s make this a fantastic start to the new year!
Here are the events listed below coming up this week.
The new application for 2025-26 School year is now available. Here is the direct link to the application:
https://rockapex.maxapex.net/apex/rcstech/r/173/rcechs-admission-application?session=8722738714346&tz=-5:00
The Early College will be visiting our campus in January to share information with students and there will also be an open house next semester. We will share those details when they are available.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our guidance counselor, Mrs. Higgs.
This Week:
January
1/6- First day back for students
1/6- Wrestling HOME vs. RCMS
1/6- Basketball AWAY at RCMS
1/9- Wrestling HOME vs. Reidsville
1/9- Basketball Playoffs #4 vs. #5; TBA after 1/6 game.
Upcoming Dates:
January
1/13- Wrestling HOME vs. WRMS
1/13- Basketball Playoffs #1 vs. #4/5& #2 vs. #3
1/16- Wrestling HOME vs. Dillard
1/16- Basketball Championship TBA
1/17- PTSO Winter Formal Dance
1/23- Curl Up With A Good Book Title 1 Mtg- 6:00pm
1/25- Wrestling Conference Championship at MHS (Saturday)
Reminders:
*Would you like to attend a field trip? Please complete the mandatory field trip background check: https://securevolunteer.com/ROCKINGHAM-COUNTY-SCHOOLS/home
World Braille Day!
Wishing our Mustang family all the best in the New Year.
The CTE Newsletter for RCS schools.
https://tinyurl.com/e6t94ff4
🎄This holiday season, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible Rockingham County Schools family. To our dedicated staff, hardworking students and supportive families—thank you for your unwavering commitment, resilience and care throughout the year.
As we celebrate the spirit of Christmas, may your homes be filled with joy, laughter and cherished moments with loved ones. Let’s carry the kindness and hope of this season into the new year, continuing to learn, grow and inspire together.
From our RCS family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
SchoolStatus Connect
J E Holmes Middle School
Elizabeth Berteotti
211 N Pierce St
Day 5 of Cyber Smart Week:
Parents: Help your middle schooler evaluate online info! Teach them to check sources, question facts, and avoid clickbait. Building critical thinking skills now sets them up for smart digital habits.
🌐🧠 #MediaLiteracy #ParentTips"
It's finally here! The last day before Winter Break! We are in jammie mode today 😂
RCS would like to congratulate our most recent National Board Certified Teachers and those renewing their certification! Your dedication to excellence in teaching inspires us all!! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O-VCp_rcb_cSNDk29L7T4Wz7FEFkUxxvZpoTn1g9zgU/edit?tab=t.0
TGRC- Akeelah and the Bee auditions for anyone 11 and older will be held at Rockingham Community College on Saturday, January 4th from 3-6pm. Visit TGRC-NC.com for paperwork and details. A flyer will also be sent home with 7th and 8th grade students later this week.
The new application for 2025-26 School year is now available. Here is the direct link to the application:
https://rockapex.maxapex.net/apex/rcstech/r/173/rcechs-admission-application?session=8722738714346&tz=-5:00
The Early College will be visiting our campus in January to share information with students and there will also be an open house next semester. We will share those details when they are available.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our guidance counselor, Mrs. Higgs.
This Week:
January
12/23- 1/5 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Winter Break
1/6- First day back for students
1/6- Wrestling HOME vs. RCMS
1/6- Basketball AWAY at RCMS
1/9- Wrestling HOME vs. Reidsville
1/9- Basketball Playoffs #4 vs. #5
Upcoming Dates:
January
1/13- Wrestling HOME vs. WRMS
1/13- Basketball Playoffs #1 vs. #4/5& #2 vs. #3
1/16- Wrestling HOME vs. Dillard
1/16- Basketball Championship TBA
1/17- PTSO Winter Formal Dance
1/23- Curl Up With A Good Book Title 1 Mtg- 6:00pm
1/25- Wrestling Conference Championship at MHS (Saturday)
Day 4 Cyber Smart Week
Parents: Middle school is a critical time to talk about cyberbullying. Encourage your child to think before they post, report hurtful behavior, and support peers facing online harassment. Together, we can foster kindness and respect online. 💻❤️ #CyberbullyingPrevention #ParentTips"
Congratulations to our 6th graders who were inducted into the Beta Club last night.
It is time for a vacation! A Christmas Vacation!
8th grade families: Early College Application Info
The new application for 2025-26 School year is now available. Here is the direct link to the application:
https://rockapex.maxapex.net/apex/rcstech/r/173/rcechs-admission-application?session=8722738714346&tz=-5:00
The Early College will be visiting our campus in January to share information with students and there will also be an open house next semester. We will share those details when they are available.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our guidance counselor, Mrs. Higgs.
Our RCS nurses wish all our staff, students & families a Merry Christmas!!
