

🌅 Class of 2027: Senior Sunrise is almost here! 🌅
Kick off your final school year bright and early with your classmates! Get your custom senior jeans ready, gather your friends, and join us to watch the sunrise together.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Friday, August 21st
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM
📍 Location: The Football Field
🧺 What to Bring: Blankets or chairs
🧁 Provided: Muffins will be served!
Set those alarms early and come ready to start senior year off right. Tag your senior crew below so no one sleeps in! 👇✨
#SeniorSunrise #ClassOf2027 #SeniorYear #MakeMemories #SeniorJeans #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking


Phones are currently down at North Stokes High School. We are very sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to get the issue resolved.
Thank you for your understanding! 💚
#NorthStokesHighSchool #NSHSVikings #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

Mrs. Hunter is creating a space where students can read, relax, play, and connect! 💚
The library now has puzzles, Connect 4, and comic books available for students to enjoy. Whether they want to challenge a friend to a game, work on a puzzle, or explore a comic book, there’s something for everyone!
The goal is to make the library more than just a place to check out books—it’s a place where students can engage, socialize, unwind, and have fun while they’re here. 📚✨
🎲 Help Us Build Our Game Collection!
Mrs. Hunter is looking for donations of card games, board games, puzzles, and other fun activities that students can enjoy in the library. If you have gently used games or activities sitting at home that you no longer need, consider donating them to the NSHS Library!
Every donation helps us create more opportunities for students to connect, have fun, and enjoy their time in the library. 💚
Stop by the library and see what’s new!
💚 North Stokes Vikings — Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
#NSHS #NorthStokesVikings #LibraryLife #StudentEngagement #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking



Learning comes to life in Mrs. Heath’s Child Development classroom! Students recently participated in a creative, hands-on activity where they designed and decorated “My Ideal Family” picture frames.
This activity allowed students to explore the concept of family and the many different ways families can look and function. As students created their frames, they were encouraged to think about the qualities, relationships, traditions, and values that are important in a family. Through discussion and creative expression, students were able to connect classroom concepts to their own ideas and experiences.
Activities like this help students develop more than just artistic skills. They encourage self-expression, communication, critical thinking, decision-making, and an understanding of relationships and family dynamics. Hands-on projects also provide students with opportunities to learn in a meaningful way while working collaboratively and sharing ideas with their classmates.
We love seeing our Vikings engaged in learning that connects classroom content to real-life experiences! Thank you, Mrs. Heath, for creating meaningful learning opportunities for our students. 💚
#NSHS #NorthStokes #ChildDevelopment #HandsOnLearning #FamilyStudies #CreativeLearning #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking




Please join us in welcoming Mr. Taylor to North Stokes High School! 🏫🛠️
Mr. Taylor joins us from RJ Reynolds High School, where he taught Drafting, Architecture, and Engineering for the past three years. With 22 years of teaching experience, he has taught Construction, Carpentry, Project Management, Drafting, and more. Before entering education, he worked in the commercial construction industry, bringing valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
When he’s not teaching, Mr. Taylor enjoys spending time with his family, working with classic automobiles, enjoying outdoor activities, collecting vinyl records, and reading classic literature—especially Hemingway. 📚🎶🚗
Mr. Taylor is married to his wife, Amanda, and they have two daughters, Jessica, a UNC Wilmington graduate, and Mary Elizabeth, a UNC Charlotte graduate.
He is especially excited to start the Carpentry program at North Stokes and share his knowledge, skills, and opportunities with his students. He looks forward to getting to know the North Stokes community and becoming a Viking!
Welcome to the Viking family, Mr. Taylor! We are excited to have you on board! 💚⚔️
#NorthStokesVikings #VikingSpotlight #WelcomeToNorthStokes #Carpentry #CTE #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

🎭 Stokes County Schools All County Theatre is excited to announce auditions for The Wizard of Oz!
🌟 Who: Students in Grades 3–12 from any Stokes County School
📅 Audition Dates: August 26, 27 & 28
Whether you love acting, singing, or performing, this is your chance to be part of a magical production and make unforgettable memories!
🎟️ Reserve your audition time and find audition information at:
www.stokestheatre.weebly.com
Questions? Contact Mr. Bulla at justin.bulla@stokes.k12.nc.us
Don't miss your chance to journey over the rainbow! 💚👠🌪️
#StokesCountySchools #AllCountyTheatre #WizardOfOz #StudentTheatre #StokesCountyArts #FollowTheYellowBrickRoad

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day? Stokes County Schools is seeking dedicated individuals to help safely transport our students and support their success.
We're currently hiring:
🟡 Full-Time Bus Drivers (with full benefits)
🟡 Part-Time Bus Drivers
🟡 Substitute Bus Drivers
🟡 EC Bus Monitors
🎓 No CDL? No problem! Bus driver training and certification are FREE and provided through Stokes County Schools and the DMV.
If you're ready to drive the future and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
📞 Contact the Stokes County School Bus Garage at (336) 591-7169 to learn more or apply today.
Together, we're putting Students First every mile of the way.
#StokesCountySchools #NowHiring #DriveTheFuture #MakeADifference #SchoolBusDriver #EducationCareers #StudentsFirst

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Sapp, our new Art teacher, to North Stokes High School!
Ms. Sapp is excited to begin teaching art at North Stokes. She has been teaching for six years, previously teaching in Cumberland County, and is proud to now be teaching in the Stokes County community where she grew up.
She attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), where she majored in Animation. Outside of school, Ms. Sapp is a mom to a wonderful three-year-old daughter, and her husband teaches in Winston-Salem.
Ms. Sapp loves playing video games and finding creative inspiration in them. She looks forward to sharing her love of art and creativity with her students and making it a great year at North Stokes!
Welcome to North Stokes, Ms. Sapp! We’re so excited to have you as part of the Viking family! 💚🎨
#NSHS #StaffSpotlight #WelcomeToNorthStokes #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking


Hello, Vikings! Please join us in welcoming one of our newest members of the North Stokes family! 💚
A true Viking for life, Mrs. McHone graduated from North Stokes High School in 2016 and has spent the past 10 years working as a CNA/nurse. Now, she is bringing her experience and passion back home for her first year in the classroom as our Health Occupations teacher! 🩺💚
She is married to her husband, Matthew, who is also a North Stokes graduate. Together, they have three children—a son and two daughters. Their oldest is starting Kindergarten at Sandy Ridge Elementary this year! 📚✏️
We are so excited to welcome her back to the school she once called home. She is looking forward to sharing her knowledge, experience, and passion for healthcare with our students.
Welcome back to North Stokes! Once a Viking, always a Viking! 💚⚔️
Hello, Vikings! Please join us in welcoming Ashley Tate, our new Exceptional Children’s teacher at North Stokes High School! 💚
Ms. Tate joins us from Piney Grove Middle School, where she taught Exceptional Children’s ELA for the past 7 years. She brings an impressive 17 years of teaching experience, including experience teaching elementary AIG and EC, as well as middle school EC.
When she’s not teaching, Ms. Tate enjoys spending time with her son and cat, working on puzzles and word games, playing trivia, going for walks, listening to music, exploring new places, and learning new things. She’s also trying her hand at beekeeping! 🐝
Ms. Tate says she is excited to join the North Stokes community and is looking forward to a great year!
Welcome to North Stokes, Ms. Tate! We’re so glad you’re here! 💚
#NorthStokesHighSchool #NSHS #VikingPride #WelcomeToNorthStokes #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

Mark your calendars! School Pictures will be on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at North Stokes High School. 💚🏹
Picture packages are available starting at $25, with several options to choose from. You can also purchase additional prints and options à la carte.
✨ ONLINE ORDERING:
Visit strawbridge.net and use code FM523650 to order your pictures online.
📌 Picture Day: September 16, 2026
📍 Location: North Stokes High School
💻 Order Online: strawbridge.net
🔑 Order Code: FM523650
📢 Bonus: When you order online, you can get a FREE name and year on prints in packages!
Please see the flyer for complete package and pricing information.
Let’s get those Viking smiles ready! 😁💚
#NorthStokesHighSchool #SchoolPictures #PictureDay #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking



Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Amy Reeves to the North Stokes High School family!
Mrs. Reeves began her teaching career at Nancy Reynolds “back in the 1900s,” as her boys like to remind her! 😄 She went on to teach at Mount Airy Middle School and Copeland Elementary before taking some time to be a stay-at-home mom.
She returned to teaching in 2020—just in time to experience teaching kindergarten online during a pandemic! “That was an adventure!” she says.
Mrs. Reeves is married to her husband, Tommy, and they have two sons, Sam and Charlie, who are both currently studying at UNC Charlotte. Go Niners! 💚💛
She is excited to enter the high school world and share her love of mathematics with our students. She is looking forward to getting to know the North Stokes community and becoming a Viking! 🏹💚
Welcome to North Stokes, Mrs. Reeves! We are so glad you're here!
#OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking #NorthStokesHighSchool #EmployeeSpotlight #WelcomeToNorthStokes #VikingPride 💚🏹

📢 High School Lunch Price Update
Beginning this school year, the price of high school and early college student lunches will increase to $3.25.
Families are encouraged to apply for Free and Reduced-Price Meals if they believe they may qualify. Even if you have not qualified in the past, your family's circumstances may have changed, and submitting an application is quick and easy.
🍎 We are committed to ensuring every student has access to nutritious meals each school day.
For more information or to apply for Free and Reduced-Price Meals, please visit www.linqconnect.com or contact your school's cafeteria manager.
Stokes County Schools is excited to introduce the Edulog Parent Portal App—your new way to stay connected with your student's transportation!
With the Edulog Parent Portal App, you can:
📍 View your student's bus location in real time
🛑 Access bus stop and transportation information
🔔 Receive notifications when the bus is approaching your stop
⏰ See estimated arrival times and important transportation updates
Getting Started:
1️⃣ Download the Edulog Parent Portal app from your app store or scan the QR code.
2️⃣ Create your account today.
3️⃣ After the first day of school, add your student(s) once bus routes are active and begin tracking their bus.
Visit www.stokes.k12.nc.us for more information.
#StokesCountySchools #StudentsFirst #Edulog #SchoolTransportation #BackToSchool #BusTracker

Open House is almost here! August 6th!
To receive your school-issued Chromebook, the Student Acceptable Use Policy must be completed before Chromebook distribution.
Please complete the required form here:
👉 https://north.stokes.k12.nc.us/o/nshs/forms/nshs-2026-2027-school-forms
Completing this form ahead of time will help make Chromebook pickup quick and easy during Open House.
Thank you for helping us prepare for a successful school year. We can't wait to welcome everyone back! 💚🖤
#NorthStokesHighSchool #NSHS #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

Skip the hassle of sending cash or checks to school! 💳 With SchoolCash Online, you can conveniently pay for school fees, field trips, athletic fees, yearbooks, and more—all from your computer or mobile device.
✅ Getting started is easy:
• Create your FREE account (it only takes about 2 minutes!)
• Add your student
• Browse available school items
• Pay securely online
🌐 Sign up today: https://stokescountyschools.schoolcashonline.com
Thank you for helping us make school payments safe, simple, and convenient for everyone! 🎉
#NorthStokes #SchoolCashOnline #EasyPayments #SchoolCommunity

As the first day of school quickly approaches, several organizations in our community are helping students get ready for a successful school year by providing free school supplies.
We've gathered information on just a few of these opportunities below. We encourage families to take advantage of these generous community events while supplies last!
A heartfelt thank you to the churches, civic organizations, businesses, and volunteers who continue to support our students and families each year. Your kindness and generosity make a real difference.
💙 Together, we're helping every student start the school year prepared and ready to learn!
#NorthStokes #BackToSchool #CommunitySupport #StudentSuccess


Fall sports are just around the corner! If you're planning to participate, please review the important dates and requirements below.
📅 First Official Practice
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
✅ Athletic Requirements
• All athletes must have a current physical on file before participating.
• Sports Physicals at North Stokes High School
📅 July 15 at 10:00 AM
📅 July 28 at 6:00 PM
💲 Cost: $10
📱 DragonFly Requirements
All parents and athletes must complete the required forms through www.dragonflymax.com.
Rising 9th graders: Please make sure your DragonFly account is connected to North Stokes High School before tryouts.
👨👩👧 Mandatory Fall Parent Meeting
📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 North Stokes Gym
📅 Fall Sports Game Schedules
Game schedules will be shared by each coach and posted as they become available.
❓ Questions about tryouts or your sport?
Please contact your coach:
🏃 Cross Country & Athletic Director – Rodney King
📧 rodney.king@stokes.k12.nc.us
🏈 Football – Kolt Bullington
📧 kolt.bullington@stokes.k12.nc.us
⛳ Girls Golf – Wayne Fulp
📧 wayne.fulp@stokes.k12.nc.us
⚽ Soccer – Stephen Sauer
📧 stephen.sauer@stokes.k12.nc.us
🎾 Tennis – Mandee Bennett
📧 mandee.bennett@stokes.k12.nc.us
🏐 Volleyball – Tana Frye
📧 tanafrye98@gmail.com
We can't wait to see our Viking athletes back in action! Let's have a safe, successful, and exciting fall season!
💙💛 Go Vikings! #NorthStokesAthletics #GoVikings #FallSports #NSHS

We are proud to recognize Mr. Wise, who was invited to speak at the Lawsonville American 250th Celebration!
Throughout the event, Mr. Wise shared the fascinating history of the Declaration of Independence, along with fun facts about the Fourth of July and highlights from Stokes County's rich history between performances by local musicians.
A special thank you to the Lawsonville Ruritan Club for organizing this wonderful community celebration honoring our nation's 250th anniversary. Events like these help preserve our local heritage while celebrating the spirit of America.
Thank you, Mr. Wise, for representing North Stokes High School and sharing your passion for history





