Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Education Foundation awarded their final grants of 2024 to WS/FCS educators during the most recent Board of Education Meeting. 17 teachers from 13 different schools were given funding for opportunities that provide enrichment in addition to the district-funded instruction and experiences. The foundation has provided the district's staff with over $50,000 in grants since it was established in 2023. Congratulations to our teachers! #wsfcs

Students at John F. Kennedy High School are getting a jump start on their futures through a diverse array of work study programs. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1895264. #wsfcs #CTEMonth

Forsyth County Emergency Medical Services invited North Forsyth High School health science students on a tour of an ambulance during a visit on Monday afternoon. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1893963. #wsfcs

Konnoak Elementary School hosted their first-ever Week of Giving last week as part of their United Way Campaign and in recognition of Hunger and Homelessness Week. Students brought in canned goods to support local families in need, eventually collecting 1,570 cans between all classes from pre-k through fifth grade. The cans will be given to Sunnyside Community Center in Winston-Salem. Congratulations on a job well done, Konnoak Cardinals, and thank you for thinking of others! #wsfcs

Former students, residents, civic leaders, and media members were invited to the former site of Brown Elementary School on Thursday to celebrate the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the school. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1890234. #wsfcs

Community for Public Schools invited leaders from WS/FCS and the local government to witness the official unveiling of the newly renovated teacher’s lounge at Easton Elementary School on Wednesday. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1889006. #wsfcs

Diggs-Latham Elementary School Principal Dr. Cassandra Dobson was recognized as a 2024-25 North Carolina Friend of the Arts by the North Carolina Art Education Association at their state conference over the weekend. She was acknowledged for the accomplishment by the Board of Education during their meeting on Tuesday night, the same meeting where third grade music and dance students from her school were invited to perform. Dr. Dobson has earned a reputation for supporting arts in education by working with her staff and teachers to integrate arts into core academic classes, as well as lending her talents to a variety of shows at the school. Congratulations Dr. Dobson, and thank you for being a Friend of the Arts! #wsfcs

Clemmons Elementary School third graders had a blast learning about local history during a recent trip to Historic Bethabara Park. Located at the site of the first European settlement in the North Carolina Piedmont, Historic Bethabara offers students insights into trades like blacksmithing, pottery, candle making, and agriculture, as well as the history and culture of the Moravian settlers who founded what would become Winston-Salem. The trip was made possible by the America 250 grant program, which is sponsoring efforts to engage students in unique American history lessons ahead of the United States' semiquincentennial celebration in 2026. #wsfcs

Thank you so much to the Miller family for your generous donation of 400 pairs of new pants for our district's students! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1875961. #wsfcs

Ms. Self at Morgan ES is going above and beyond! She’s started a book club with some former 1st grade students, showing her passion for their growth and love for reading. Thank you for making a difference! https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1875421 📖❤️ #InspiringTeachers #WSFCS @MorganElementa2

Atkins High School and Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy celebrated their shared history with some friendly competition last week during their inaugural Camel-Phoenix Legacy Classic basketball game! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1875172. #wsfcs

North Hills Elementary School students made their mark and celebrated their school culture when they all joined hands to paint the school’s first ever spirit rock! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1870304. #wsfcs

Cook Literacy Model School students had a blast with hands-on science lessons during a recent visit from the Winston-Salem State University STEAM Mobile Learning Lab! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1866746. #wsfcs

WS/FCS invited jobseekers to Griffith Elementary School on Thursday morning to check out the jobs available in the district’s operations department! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1864100. #wsfcs

Hispanic and Latinx educators from Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools got together at the Career Center on Tuesday afternoon for the first meeting of the district’s Progresa affinity group. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1861043. #wsfcs

Thank you to Carver Senior Rubi Cruz, who donated 23 inches of hair to Locks of Love last Friday! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1856863. #wsfcs

Happy Halloween from the ghouls and ghosts at Ward Elementary School! #wsfcs

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations are wrapping up around the district. Diggs-Latham Elementary School had their Grand Fiesta Finale full of traditional dances and dishes, and East Forsyth High School marked their Hispanic Heritage Expo with games, arepas, Spanish lessons, and the Quinceañera walk. We hope everyone has had a fun and informative month! #wsfcs #HispanicHeritageMonth

WS/FCS magnet schools are busy gearing up for the 2024 Magnet School Showcase, coming to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds this Saturday! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1844222. #wsfcs

WS/FCS elementary schoolers took a stand against bullying last week when students rallied to celebrate Unity Day! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1838462. #wsfcs #UnityEveryDay