Rocky Mount High invites 8th graders from all NCPS middle schools to attend the IB Diploma Program information session on Tuesday, February 25, at 6:30 p.m. in our media center. Ready to enroll? Complete our enrollment form today!
https://forms.gle/v6dJBjdW7SgmdgJ87
Good afternoon, Gryphon Families,
Due to impassable roads, school will be closed for students tomorrow. As a result, we will not transition to remote learning, and tomorrow will be a teacher workday.
Please ensure that all assignments from previous remote learning sessions are completed.
Stay safe and warm, and we look forward to seeing you on Monday.
Due to inclement weather, all traditional Nash County Public Schools will be closed for students on Friday, February 21, 2025. Staff should follow telework procedures.
All Innovative Schools, CITI High School and Nash-Rocky Mount Early College High School, will operate on a remote learning schedule.
Additionally, all evening activities, including after-school care and athletics, have been canceled.
We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community. Please stay safe during this time.
For real-time information, please click the following link: https://www.ncpschools.net/page/emergency-landing-page
Due to the potential for inclement weather, NCPS will operate on remote learning days tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th, and Thursday, February 20th. As a secondary institution, we are required to provide synchronous learning through live instruction via Google Meet.
Students have received the schedule via email, which outlines that the instructional day will begin at 8:00 am with 15-minute breaks in between classes. It is expected that students log in to their teacher's Google Meet sessions for live instruction, followed by independent work time.
Attendance will be taken during each scheduled class period, so it is important that your child attends. Assignments will be posted on Canvas and are due as indicated by the teacher.
Please work with your child to ensure they attend all sessions as outlined in their email. Stay safe and warm, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Rocky Mount High School could be a possible winner of the Bright Future contest with student's help. By advocating for clubs and your fellow peers, they will be given the chance to win an Esports Lab and possible scholarships.
If every student registers Rocky Mount High School for the contest, our chances will be immensely likely. That said, please support our school in its efforts to win either an Esports Lab, a STEM Lab, and/or Scholarships!
https://brightfuture.staypluggedin.com/register
Stay Plugged In is the premier esports recruiting platform for college scholarships, providing opportunities for students to compete in front of a network of hundreds of college esports programs with the potential to earn scholarships.
Stay Plugged In is the go-to source for collegiate and high school recruiting opportunities.
https://brightfuture.staypluggedin.com/register
Good evening Seniors
Some of you have been identified as CTE competitors, meaning you have completed Part 1 & 2 of a CTE course. As part of the graduation requirements, you are required to take the WorkKeys assessments. This is mandatory for graduation.
The WorkKeys assessment will be held on Wednesday, March 5th, starting at 8:00 AM. It is crucial that you arrive on time, report to your designated testing area, and bring a charged device along with its charger.
You can find your name and testing location posted in the cafeteria near the "EOC Countdown" posters.
Attendance is mandatory, so please be sure to attend.
Thank you, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Good evening, families!
With Valentine's Day tomorrow, we’d like to kindly remind everyone that balloons, gift bags, flowers, and other large items cannot be brought to school. These items won’t be allowed through the EVOLV system.
While we love celebrating admiration, our priority is ensuring a distraction-free learning environment. Therefore, we ask that any celebrations be reserved for after school hours. Unfortunately, the front office cannot store these items for later pickup.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support in helping us keep our focus on learning!
Tomorrow marks the 100th day of school, and we want to celebrate in style! We encourage everyone to come dressed to represent the number 100. Get creative! You could wear 100 items of clothing or accessories, such as 100 beads, 100 stickers, or anything that adds up to the big number. Or, you could take a fun trip back in time by dressing in a retro "century" style, inspired by the 1920s or any other historic decade.
The IB Diploma Program invites all 8th graders and their parents/guardians to learn more about a unique learning opportunity at Rocky Mount High School. The IB Diploma Program is open to all students in Nash County Public Schools. Have you already decided to enroll? Complete our registration form: https://forms.gle/8nMyYaTgt5vr19qh9
Nash County Public Schools (NCPS) is thrilled to announce that Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber broadband builder empowering families and businesses with reliable, ultra-fast connectivity, has awarded a $10,000 grant to support the Gryphon Elite Esports team at Rocky Mount High School. This generous contribution will enable the team to upgrade its equipment, expand student participation, and enhance the overall program, furthering the district’s mission to provide innovative educational opportunities for students.
“When Brightspeed launched, we made a commitment to bring state-of-the-art internet connectivity to homes and businesses across our footprint and invest in the communities we serve by giving to programs and services that make a positive difference,” said Sabrina Anderson, Brightspeed marketing manager. “Not only are we making good on that promise with our Brightspeed Fiber Internet already available to more than 26,000 Rocky Mount locations and counting, but we are making a further investment in Nash County youth, helping give them the tools they need to thrive in today’s digital world.”
“This grant allows us to provide students with cutting-edge technology, enhancing their esports experience and empowering them to develop valuable life skills,” said Kenneth J. Jones, Jr., M.S., Applied Mathematics, and esports coach at Rocky Mount High School. “Esports fosters critical thinking, teamwork, and strategic planning—skills that prepare students for success both in and out of the classroom.”
Founded in 2022 as a student-led initiative, the Gryphon Elite Esports team has grown through community support, school fundraising, and participation in the Varsity Esports League (VESL). However, outdated gaming systems have limited the team’s potential. Brightspeed’s grant will address this challenge by funding critical equipment upgrades and supporting the program’s expansion.
The Gryphon Elite Esports team currently engages approximately 15 students who meet twice weekly to compete and practice. With the new resources provided by Brightspeed, the team aims to increase its membership and create a more immersive and effective gaming environment.
“Our goal is to give students the tools and opportunities to grow academically, socially, and professionally,” Jones added. “This grant is an investment in their future.”
For more information about this partnership, please contact Sabrina Carpenter at sabrina.anderson@brightspeed.com.
Good evening Gryphons,
As a friendly reminder, schools will be closed for students on Monday and Tuesday of the upcoming week for teacher workdays. We will resume our regular schedule on Wednesday. Enjoy the time off, and be sure to arrive on time when classes resume on Wednesday!
Additionally, students there is an awesome event happening on Thursday, February 13th from 4:30pm - 6:30 pm at Nash Community College's Brown Auditorium. It is the CTE Showcase. This event will allow you to participate in many hands-on career experiences. You will be able to talk to Nash County school staff, college staff, and professionals about careers that interest you. This will be a fun night of learning about careers. Also, there will be four large giveaways that you will be automatically entered in if you attend the CTE Showcase. The prizes are a gaming system (XBox or Playstation, 50" TV, a gift card bundle, and Beats Studio Headphones). You must be present to win. Also, food trucks will be on site for dinner purchases. Please make plans to attend the CTE Showcase on Thursday, February 13th.
Have a great evening and as always, thanks for all you do for our school community!!!
Good Morning,
Attention 8th graders! The enrollment process for the IB Diploma Program at Rocky Mount High is now open. Please complete this enrollment form prior to registration for 9th grade later this month: https://forms.gle/orfyw7toCtvtTjgD9. For more information about the IB Diploma Program, please contact Jeff Pageau, the program coordinator: jpageau@ncpschools.net / 252-937-9050
Good morning, Gryphon Families,
We know that many of you may be considering alternative locations for picking up your child in the afternoon. However, we kindly ask that you do not use the student parking lot for pick-up. As mentioned previously, we have novice drivers who are still becoming familiar with driving, and several have expressed concerns about their safety when attempting to exit their parking spaces in the afternoon.
For the safety of all students and drivers, please refrain from using the student parking lot for pick-up. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Thank you for understanding and for your continued support of our school community.
Seniors
Do you have plans to pursue higher education upon graduating from Rocky Mount High School in June? Join NCPS as they host a FAFSA Completion Night at Nash Comunity College this Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 4-6pm in their library.
Today, we conducted a lockdown drill to reinforce our school safety protocols. This drill is mandated by both the state and our district to ensure that everyone is prepared for emergencies. We’re pleased to report that the drill was successful. Please remember that the safety of our students at RMHS is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding, and please keep in mind that this was only a drill. Wishing you all a marvelous Monday, and thank you for your continued support of our RMHS community!
Good evening Gryphon families,
As we begin the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year tomorrow, please note that due to inclement weather, we will be operating as a remote learning day.
While you may not be familiar with your new teachers just yet, each instructor will be sending an email tomorrow with expectations for their course. Please make sure your student checks their school email regularly for these updates.
In addition, students will need to complete the attendance Google form by the end of the school day (2:30 PM). Teachers will also have office hours available, with one session in the morning and one in the afternoon. Students are asked to attend just one of these sessions if they have any questions.
We plan to operate on a two-hour delay this Friday (weather permitting), and students will have a 20-minute homeroom to pick up a hard copy of their second-semester schedule.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and warm. We look forward to seeing your student on Friday!
Parent Application Information Night for Early College High
Thursday, January 23, 2025 will be a Remote Learning Day for all of Nash County Public Schools (NCPS). Remote learning assignments may be accessed through Canvas, Google Classroom or other communication from your child’s teachers or principal. Office hours will also be offered by teachers if permissible. Please look for detailed information in Rooms and/or your student’s learning management system.
NCPS has procedures in place to ensure students are not negatively affected if they are unable to complete tasks due to a lack of technology, power, or other challenges. If you have any questions, please contact your student’s teacher(s).
Friday, January 24, 2025: All NCPS schools will operate on a two-hour delay due to the potential for icy road conditions. Breakfast will be available at schools. Students may be dropped off 40 minutes prior to the start of their school day. Essential personnel should report at their regular time, provided it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety and success of our students.
For real-time information, please click the following link https://www.ncpschools.net/page/emergency-landing-page
Due to concerns about inclement weather, all activities and sporting events for Nash County Public Schools on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, have been canceled.
* UPDATE - This event has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 30, 2025.
🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟
Join us for a Multilingual Training Session for Guardians to learn about Rooms, our communication platform connecting families with teachers, and school updates.
📅 Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Winstead Avenue Elementary Media Center
🎓 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to navigate Rooms effectively
✅ Tips for staying updated with your child’s education
✅ Ways to communicate with teachers using the platform
🌐 Special Features:
🌟 Translation Support Available!
Our multilingual team will provide assistance in your preferred language to ensure everyone can participate.
💡 Empowering Families for Success
This session is designed to strengthen communication between home and school, fostering a supportive learning environment for your child.
✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
For more information, contact us at hadaza@ncpschools.net
📢 We look forward to seeing you there!
