🔬🐔 Learning in Action at North Stokes High School! 🐔🔬
Students in Animal Science II participated in a hands-on lab today, dissecting chicken wings to better understand the skeletal and muscular systems.
This engaging activity allowed students to:
• Explore how bones and muscles work together
• Identify key anatomical structures
• Apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting
At North Stokes, we believe meaningful learning happens when students can see and experience concepts firsthand. Great job to our Animal Science students!
#NorthStokesHigh #VikingStrong #CTEInAction #RealWorldLearning
Students in Animal Science II participated in a hands-on lab today, dissecting chicken wings to better understand the skeletal and muscular systems.
This engaging activity allowed students to:
• Explore how bones and muscles work together
• Identify key anatomical structures
• Apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting
At North Stokes, we believe meaningful learning happens when students can see and experience concepts firsthand. Great job to our Animal Science students!
#NorthStokesHigh #VikingStrong #CTEInAction #RealWorldLearning




❤️ FCS Meeting – Rooted in Love ❤️
Our Fellowship of Christian Students met today, and we were blessed to have Neal Marshall share a powerful message on Romans 8:35–39 and Ephesians 3:16–21.
He reminded our students that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ and encouraged them to be rooted and grounded in love — love that is wide, long, high, and deep. 💙
In a world that can sometimes feel uncertain, today’s message was a beautiful reminder that we are strengthened from within and surrounded by a love that never fails.
Thank you, Neal, for pouring into our students and encouraging them to live boldly and love deeply.
#NorthStokesHigh
#FCS
#RootedInLove
#VikingStrong
Our Fellowship of Christian Students met today, and we were blessed to have Neal Marshall share a powerful message on Romans 8:35–39 and Ephesians 3:16–21.
He reminded our students that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ and encouraged them to be rooted and grounded in love — love that is wide, long, high, and deep. 💙
In a world that can sometimes feel uncertain, today’s message was a beautiful reminder that we are strengthened from within and surrounded by a love that never fails.
Thank you, Neal, for pouring into our students and encouraging them to live boldly and love deeply.
#NorthStokesHigh
#FCS
#RootedInLove
#VikingStrong



🏆💚 North Stokes Vikings Shine at the State Championship! 💚🏆
We are so proud of our three Indoor Track athletes who competed at the NCHSAA 1A/2A Indoor Track State Championship at JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem! Competing at the state level is an incredible accomplishment, and our Vikings represented North Stokes with determination and pride. 💛💚
✨ Aailyah Brown – 5th Place in High Jump with a personal best of 4'8"
✨ Harrison Dunn – 4th Place in High Jump clearing 6'0"
✨ Sam King – 5th Place in Shot Put with a season best throw of 44'3"
Personal bests. Season bests. Top-five finishes in the state. That’s what hard work, dedication, and Viking grit look like! 💪🔥
Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes and their coaches for an incredible season. We are so proud of you! 👏
#NorthStokesHigh
#VikingPride
#StateChampionship
#IndoorTrack
#HardWorkPaysOff
We are so proud of our three Indoor Track athletes who competed at the NCHSAA 1A/2A Indoor Track State Championship at JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem! Competing at the state level is an incredible accomplishment, and our Vikings represented North Stokes with determination and pride. 💛💚
✨ Aailyah Brown – 5th Place in High Jump with a personal best of 4'8"
✨ Harrison Dunn – 4th Place in High Jump clearing 6'0"
✨ Sam King – 5th Place in Shot Put with a season best throw of 44'3"
Personal bests. Season bests. Top-five finishes in the state. That’s what hard work, dedication, and Viking grit look like! 💪🔥
Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes and their coaches for an incredible season. We are so proud of you! 👏
#NorthStokesHigh
#VikingPride
#StateChampionship
#IndoorTrack
#HardWorkPaysOff



🥞💚 Flipping for Success in Foods I! 💚🥞
Our Foods I students at North Stokes High School are learning the basics of kitchen skills — and today, they’re putting them into practice by making pancakes! 👩🍳👨🍳
From measuring ingredients accurately to mixing batter and mastering the perfect flip, students are building foundational cooking skills that will serve them for years to come. There’s nothing better than hands-on learning (especially when it smells this good! 😋).
Skills they’re practicing:
✔️ Measuring & following a recipe
✔️ Kitchen safety
✔️ Proper cooking techniques
✔️ Teamwork & time management
Great job, Vikings! Keep cooking and keep learning! 💛💚
#NorthStokesHigh
#FoodsI
#CTEInAction
#VikingPride
#LearningByDoing
Our Foods I students at North Stokes High School are learning the basics of kitchen skills — and today, they’re putting them into practice by making pancakes! 👩🍳👨🍳
From measuring ingredients accurately to mixing batter and mastering the perfect flip, students are building foundational cooking skills that will serve them for years to come. There’s nothing better than hands-on learning (especially when it smells this good! 😋).
Skills they’re practicing:
✔️ Measuring & following a recipe
✔️ Kitchen safety
✔️ Proper cooking techniques
✔️ Teamwork & time management
Great job, Vikings! Keep cooking and keep learning! 💛💚
#NorthStokesHigh
#FoodsI
#CTEInAction
#VikingPride
#LearningByDoing



🔥🥩 Foods II in Action at North Stokes High! 🥩🔥
Our Foods II students are putting their culinary skills to the test by cooking different types of meats while applying their knowledge of proper internal temperatures and food safety guidelines.
From searing steaks to perfectly seasoned chicken, students are learning that cooking is both an art and a science! 🌡️👩🍳👨🍳 Using digital thermometers, they’re ensuring each protein is cooked safely and correctly — building real-world skills they can use for a lifetime.
✔️ Safe food handling
✔️ Temperature accuracy
✔️ Proper cooking techniques
✔️ Confidence in the kitchen
We love seeing our Vikings mastering skills that prepare them for everyday life and future careers in the culinary field! 💛💚
Great job, Foods II! Keep cooking up excellence! 👏🔥
#NorthStokesHigh
#CTEInAction
#VikingPride
#FoodsII
#LearningByDoing
Our Foods II students are putting their culinary skills to the test by cooking different types of meats while applying their knowledge of proper internal temperatures and food safety guidelines.
From searing steaks to perfectly seasoned chicken, students are learning that cooking is both an art and a science! 🌡️👩🍳👨🍳 Using digital thermometers, they’re ensuring each protein is cooked safely and correctly — building real-world skills they can use for a lifetime.
✔️ Safe food handling
✔️ Temperature accuracy
✔️ Proper cooking techniques
✔️ Confidence in the kitchen
We love seeing our Vikings mastering skills that prepare them for everyday life and future careers in the culinary field! 💛💚
Great job, Foods II! Keep cooking up excellence! 👏🔥
#NorthStokesHigh
#CTEInAction
#VikingPride
#FoodsII
#LearningByDoing






Today we celebrate our incredible SRO, Officer Lawson! 👮♂️💚
Officer Lawson goes above and beyond every single day to keep North Stokes High School safe. He builds positive relationships with our students, supports our staff, and always greets everyone with a smile. Whether he’s mentoring, encouraging, or just sharing a laugh in the cafeteria, he makes a difference.
We are so thankful for his dedication, protection, and heart for our school community. 💛
#SROAppreciationDay #NorthStokesHigh #ThankYouOfficerLawson
Officer Lawson goes above and beyond every single day to keep North Stokes High School safe. He builds positive relationships with our students, supports our staff, and always greets everyone with a smile. Whether he’s mentoring, encouraging, or just sharing a laugh in the cafeteria, he makes a difference.
We are so thankful for his dedication, protection, and heart for our school community. 💛
#SROAppreciationDay #NorthStokesHigh #ThankYouOfficerLawson

🌟 North Stokes High School
National Honor Society Officers 🌟
👏 2025–2026 NHS Officers
⭐ Arianna Tynio – President
⭐ Gavin Hernandez – Vice President
⭐ Daisy Collins – Secretary
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding student leaders! We are proud of their commitment to excellence and service at North Stokes High School.
💙 What Is National Honor Society (NHS)?
The National Honor Society is a nationwide organization that recognizes high school students who demonstrate excellence in four key areas:
📚 Scholarship
Students maintain a strong academic record and show dedication to learning.
🤝 Service
Members give back to their school and community through volunteer work and service projects.
🏫 Leadership
Students serve as role models, take initiative, and positively influence others.
💡 Character
Members demonstrate integrity, responsibility, respect, and strong moral values.
🌟 Why NHS Matters
NHS encourages students to grow not only academically, but also as leaders and active community members. Through service projects, school involvement, and leadership opportunities, students develop skills that prepare them for college, careers, and life beyond high school.
At North Stokes High School, our NHS chapter works to make a difference in our school and community — showing what it truly means to be a Viking leader.
💙 Congratulations again to our officers! We look forward to an incredible year of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
National Honor Society Officers 🌟
👏 2025–2026 NHS Officers
⭐ Arianna Tynio – President
⭐ Gavin Hernandez – Vice President
⭐ Daisy Collins – Secretary
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding student leaders! We are proud of their commitment to excellence and service at North Stokes High School.
💙 What Is National Honor Society (NHS)?
The National Honor Society is a nationwide organization that recognizes high school students who demonstrate excellence in four key areas:
📚 Scholarship
Students maintain a strong academic record and show dedication to learning.
🤝 Service
Members give back to their school and community through volunteer work and service projects.
🏫 Leadership
Students serve as role models, take initiative, and positively influence others.
💡 Character
Members demonstrate integrity, responsibility, respect, and strong moral values.
🌟 Why NHS Matters
NHS encourages students to grow not only academically, but also as leaders and active community members. Through service projects, school involvement, and leadership opportunities, students develop skills that prepare them for college, careers, and life beyond high school.
At North Stokes High School, our NHS chapter works to make a difference in our school and community — showing what it truly means to be a Viking leader.
💙 Congratulations again to our officers! We look forward to an incredible year of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

⚙️🔬💻 Happy CTE Month, Vikings! 🛠️📚🩺
February is Career & Technical Education Month, and we are shining the spotlight on the incredible CTE teachers at North Stokes High School! 🌟
Our CTE programs do more than teach classes — they prepare students for careers, certifications, college pathways, and real-world success. From hands-on labs to industry skills, our teachers are building tomorrow’s workforce right here at North Stokes. 💙
Whether it’s healthcare, technology, trades, business, or skilled craftsmanship, our CTE educators are helping students discover passions, develop talents, and step confidently into their futures.
👏 Thank you to our dedicated CTE teachers for your innovation, mentorship, and commitment to student success. You truly make learning come alive!
Vikings are career-ready because of YOU!
#CTEMonth #NorthStokesHigh #VikingPride #CareerReady #FutureFocused #ThankATeacher 💙
February is Career & Technical Education Month, and we are shining the spotlight on the incredible CTE teachers at North Stokes High School! 🌟
Our CTE programs do more than teach classes — they prepare students for careers, certifications, college pathways, and real-world success. From hands-on labs to industry skills, our teachers are building tomorrow’s workforce right here at North Stokes. 💙
Whether it’s healthcare, technology, trades, business, or skilled craftsmanship, our CTE educators are helping students discover passions, develop talents, and step confidently into their futures.
👏 Thank you to our dedicated CTE teachers for your innovation, mentorship, and commitment to student success. You truly make learning come alive!
Vikings are career-ready because of YOU!
#CTEMonth #NorthStokesHigh #VikingPride #CareerReady #FutureFocused #ThankATeacher 💙

**UPDATED**



🚌💛 Bus Driver Roll Call – Love the Bus Week 💛🚌
If your day starts with one of these amazing drivers, give them a big shout-out in the comments! 👏👇
👏 Thank you to:
• Tammie Lawson
• Tina Lawson
• Charlene Smith
• Don Rierson
• Tammy Meeker
• Dustin Marshall
• Kelly Colato
• Jackie Colato
• Judy James
• Josh Guessford
• Wayne Moore
• Tina Joyce
• Christopher Noel
Rain or shine, early mornings and long routes—you show up every day with care and dedication. Our students get to school safely because of YOU, and we are so grateful! 💙💛
#LoveTheBus #ThankYouDrivers #VikingPride #WeAppreciateYou #SafeRoutes
If your day starts with one of these amazing drivers, give them a big shout-out in the comments! 👏👇
👏 Thank you to:
• Tammie Lawson
• Tina Lawson
• Charlene Smith
• Don Rierson
• Tammy Meeker
• Dustin Marshall
• Kelly Colato
• Jackie Colato
• Judy James
• Josh Guessford
• Wayne Moore
• Tina Joyce
• Christopher Noel
Rain or shine, early mornings and long routes—you show up every day with care and dedication. Our students get to school safely because of YOU, and we are so grateful! 💙💛
#LoveTheBus #ThankYouDrivers #VikingPride #WeAppreciateYou #SafeRoutes

Weather Announcement:
Stokes County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026
Stokes County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026

Stokes County Schools will operate on a normal schedule Tuesday, February 10th, 2026.
Please review the roads that school buses will not travel in the morning due to ongoing hazardous conditions.
Please review the roads that school buses will not travel in the morning due to ongoing hazardous conditions.




🧥💙 National Honor Society Coat Drive 💙🧥
North Stokes High School’s National Honor Society is hosting a Coat Drive to help keep our community warm this winter!
📅 February 9–13
📍 Donation box is located in the school foyer
We are accepting:
✔️ Gently used or new coats
✔️ All sizes
Your donation can make a big difference for someone in need. Let’s come together and show our Viking generosity by supporting our students and families on the North end of the county.
📞 For more information, contact Lou Anne Hunter
📧 louanne.hunter@stokes.k12.nc.us
☎️ 336-593-8134 Ext. 227
Thank you for supporting NHS and our community! 💙
Hashtags:
#NSHSVikings #NorthStokesHighSchool #NationalHonorSociety
#NHSGivesBack #NHSService #CoatDrive
#WinterWarmth #CommunityStrong #VikingPride
North Stokes High School’s National Honor Society is hosting a Coat Drive to help keep our community warm this winter!
📅 February 9–13
📍 Donation box is located in the school foyer
We are accepting:
✔️ Gently used or new coats
✔️ All sizes
Your donation can make a big difference for someone in need. Let’s come together and show our Viking generosity by supporting our students and families on the North end of the county.
📞 For more information, contact Lou Anne Hunter
📧 louanne.hunter@stokes.k12.nc.us
☎️ 336-593-8134 Ext. 227
Thank you for supporting NHS and our community! 💙
Hashtags:
#NSHSVikings #NorthStokesHighSchool #NationalHonorSociety
#NHSGivesBack #NHSService #CoatDrive
#WinterWarmth #CommunityStrong #VikingPride

The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority. Due to lingering issues from the recent winter storms, Stokes County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 9, 2026.
Please review the roads that school buses will not travel in the morning due to ongoing hazardous conditions.
Please review the roads that school buses will not travel in the morning due to ongoing hazardous conditions.




📅 Updated School Calendars
💚🎓 National School Counseling Week | February 2–6, 2026 🎓💚
This week, we are proud to celebrate and deeply appreciate our amazing school counselors at North Stokes High School!
National School Counseling Week recognizes the vital impact school counselors have on student success, academic planning, career readiness, and emotional well-being. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), this year’s theme — “School Counselors Amplify Student Success” — could not be more fitting.
Our counselors go above and beyond every day to support our students through one-on-one counseling, classroom lessons, college and career guidance, and so much more. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment help shape confident, capable, and successful Vikings.
💚 Thank you for being advocates, listeners, motivators, and champions for our students. North Stokes is better because of you! 💚
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
#SchoolCounselorsAmplifyStudentSuccess
#ThankYouCounselors
#NorthStokesHighSchool
#VikingPride
This week, we are proud to celebrate and deeply appreciate our amazing school counselors at North Stokes High School!
National School Counseling Week recognizes the vital impact school counselors have on student success, academic planning, career readiness, and emotional well-being. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), this year’s theme — “School Counselors Amplify Student Success” — could not be more fitting.
Our counselors go above and beyond every day to support our students through one-on-one counseling, classroom lessons, college and career guidance, and so much more. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment help shape confident, capable, and successful Vikings.
💚 Thank you for being advocates, listeners, motivators, and champions for our students. North Stokes is better because of you! 💚
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
#SchoolCounselorsAmplifyStudentSuccess
#ThankYouCounselors
#NorthStokesHighSchool
#VikingPride

As the world celebrates the 2026 Olympics, we’re cheering for teamwork, determination, and school pride here at North Stokes.
Every day is a chance to train, grow, and shine.
Let the Viking spirit lead the way!
Every day is a chance to train, grow, and shine.
Let the Viking spirit lead the way!

Weather Announcement:
Due to current weather conditions, Stokes County Schools will be closed for students on Friday, February 6th, 2026
It will be a staff option A
(Optional Workday)
Due to current weather conditions, Stokes County Schools will be closed for students on Friday, February 6th, 2026
It will be a staff option A
(Optional Workday)

Only 43 more days until Spring

Due to current weather conditions, Stokes County Schools will be closed for students on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
It will be a staff option A
(Optional Workday)

