📢 Snow Day Alert! ❄️

No school for students on Tuesday, February 3! Roads are still tricky, so WSFCS is keeping everyone safe at home. Staff will be working remotely.

But guess what? Your day off is the PERFECT time to dive into a great book! 📚✨
🎉 Free access to thousands of books on SORA!
📱 Grab your device and get reading using https://soraapp.com/welcome
✅ Login with your school credentials (if needed select Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools as your home library)

From chapter books to graphic novels to audiobooks—there's something for everyone!

Stay cozy, stay safe, and get lost in a good story! 🌟📖
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Hot Chocolate and Books
Monday, February 2
❄️ WSFCS Students = SNOW DAY
❄️ WSFCS Staff = WORK DAY

☃️ While your kiddos are outside building snowmen, our team is working and ready to help! Don't worry—you're remote and so are we! Whether you have questions about homework, need clarification on an assignment, or just want to check in, we're here and ready to slide you an answer. 🛷

📧 Email us anytime today—we'd love to hear from you!

Staff Directory Website: https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/efms/staff
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Bobsled

🐾 SNOW DAY ALERT! ❄️

No school for students on Monday, February 2! But our staff will be working remotely if you need us.
In the meantime... CAN YOU GUESS WHOSE PETS THESE ARE? 🤔. And, no, they don't all love the snow (but most do). Drop your guesses in the comments on each picture.

AND WE WANT TO SEE YOUR SNOW DAY FUN TOO! Share your sledding adventures, snowmen masterpieces, and cozy pet pics - we'll be watching! 📸

Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy the day off, families! ☃️

2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
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Hey, Ravens! ❄️

While you're all cozy at home, your math teachers couldn't resist putting their measurement skills to work! 📏.

We hope you're staying safe and warm today. Maybe you're even measuring the snow in your own backyard? If so, we'd love to hear how much you got!

Stay warm and keep being awesome, Ravens! 💙
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Math Snow
⛸️Since ice skating is not the preferred method to arrive at school—and so many neighborhoods and even our own school parking lot have not yet been treated—WSFCS has declared that Friday, January 30, will also be a remote learning day.

Please complete the third row of your remote learning sheet, and remember to stay safe and warm! ❄️
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Bangham Skating
Virtual Learning Day 1-3 English
Virtual Learning Day 1-3 Spanish
❄️Remote Learning Second Edition ❄️

Our district has called for another remote learning day on Thursday, January 29! That means one more day of cozy learning from home.

📚 What to do: Students should complete the second row of tasks (Day Two) on their remote learning sheet. No technology is needed to complete these tasks.

🧊 Stay safe out there! Those icy roads and chilly temps aren't going anywhere just yet, so please keep your families warm and safe indoors. Hot cocoa and blanket forts are strongly encouraged (okay, maybe not required, but definitely recommended)!

❓ Questions? We're here to help - just reach out. Our staff directory can be found at: https://winstonsalemforsythcsnc.sites.thrillshare.com/o/efms/staff

📄 Additional copies of the remote work assignments can be found at: https://winstonsalemforsythcsnc.sites.thrillshare.com/o/efms/documents/24887583
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Remote Learning Day Two
Virtual Learning - English
Virtual Learning - Spanish

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools has implemented a remote learning day on Wednesday, January 28. EFMS students received paper copies of their assignments on January 23; they only need to complete a single day of work to count as present on Wednesday, January 28. Work can be completed on lined paper and turned in when students return to school.

Important: To avoid confusion, all students will be completing the same tasks regardless of grade level.

Additional copies are available here: https://winstonsalemforsythcsnc.sites.thrillshare.com/o/efms/documents/24887583

These assignments are designed to be completed without printed materials or computer access. We encourage students to do their best with the work provided.

Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students and families during this time. Please stay safe and warm.

2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Remote Learning Day
Virutal Learning - Spanish
Virtual Learning - English
🎉 Felicidades to our Teacher of the Year: Mr. Orellana! 🎉

We are thrilled to honor Mr. Orellana, an exceptional science educator in our dual language immersion program who exemplifies excellence in teaching every single day.
A colleague describes him perfectly: "an educator who believes that bilingualism is a bridge—connecting cultures, empowering students, and opening doors to a world of possibilities. In his classroom, students find their voices, gain confidence, and learn to see the world through more than one lens."

But perhaps the most powerful testament comes from his students themselves:
💙 "Durante los años que Sr. Orellana me ha enseñado han sido sobresalientes y ha sido muy fácil aprender de él."
💙 "Ha sido un placer tener el mismo maestro todos los años y él conoce nuestro estilo de aprendizaje para enseñarnos lo mejor que se puede."
💙 "Sr. Orellana es muy buen maestro y nos ayuda con lo que necesitamos para salir bien para High School."
💙 "Sr. Orellana ha sido una persona de confianza, lo estimo mucho y ha sido una persona que me ha impactado mi vida. Me dio la chispa y la confianza para seguir el camino para mi futura carrera como doctora de genética. Muchas gracias, Sr. Orellana."

Mr. Orellana doesn't just teach science—he ignites curiosity, builds confidence, and inspires students to dream big about their futures. He creates a classroom where every student is known, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Thank you, Mr. Orellana, for your dedication, your heart, and the incredible impact you make on our students' lives every day. This recognition is so well deserved!

#TeacherOfTheYear #DualLanguage #BilingualEducation #InspiringEducators #ThankATeacher
2 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Senor Orellana

🌟 Did you know? EFMS has connections to FREE family resources and supports!

From laundry services to community food resources to mental health support to parenting tips—our School Social Worker, Mrs. Christine Smith, has gathered amazing resources to help our community thrive.

Check them out today by visiting our website! 👇

https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/efms/page/family-resources-and-general-information

3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Laundry Service
Mental Health Support - Spanish
Mental Heath Support - English

🏀 Ready to show your Raven pride?

Game day just got better! Grab exclusive Ravens spirit wear and rep your team in style—all while directly supporting our basketball program.

Every purchase helps fuel our athletes' success on and off the court.

👉 Shop now: https://artwork.bsnteamsports.com/v3/flyer/1493/149351/14935151/bf434f/14935151-flyer.pdf

Let's fill those stands with Ravens colors! 💙🖤

3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Basketball Merch
Students, are you interested in lacrosse? Take your skills to the next level with this free skill clinic on Saturday, January 17, at 2 p.m. The workshop will be held at the Kernersville Rec Center.

This is not a school sponsored event; it is hosted by a community partner.
3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Lacrosse Clinic

🎉 Sports O' Rama - NEW DATE! 🎉

The wait is over! Our postponed Sports O' Rama has been rescheduled for Friday, February 27. All eligibility requirements still apply, and your previously submitted forms and payments are still valid. See you there!

3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Sports O Rama Update
QUEST ALERT: Middle School Adventure Awaits!

Future Ravens, ready to LEVEL UP and unlock the MIDDLE SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT? 🎮

Join our Epic Open House Event:
📅 Wednesday, January 14
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📍 East Forsyth Middle School

Our teacher squad is fully loaded, controllers in hand, and hyped to guide you through this legendary campaign. This is your chance to LEVEL UP from elementary to middle school—earn XP, meet your fellow Ravens, and get the insider strategy guide to dominate your next chapter!

Join us at the open house to press START and begin your journey as a RAVEN. 🚀
3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
English Open House Flyer
Eighth graders are invited to visit East Forsyth High School for a special open house event on Wednesday, January 14, from 6-7 p.m. This is a great chance to learn more about opportunities in high school as well as meet the staff of EFHS.
3 months ago, Heather Gerbus
EFHS Open House
Don't forget that magnet applications are due by January 30, 2026.
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Magnet QR
🎉 WINTER SPIRIT WEEK IS HERE, Ravens! 🎉

The semester finale is almost here, and we're going out with a CELEBRATION! Get ready to show your Raven pride with some EPIC spirit dress-up days as we count down to winter break! ❄️

Let's make this final week UNFORGETTABLE! Time to have some fun, celebrate how far we've come, and fly into winter break in style! 💙🖤💙

Go Ravens! 🐦‍⬛✨
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Winter Spirit Week - Espanol
Winter Spirit Week - English
Have you heard? Our Sports O'Rama is just around the corner. This January we will be hosting our first ever Sports O' Rama! This will be mini basketball, volleyball, and dodge ball games - all with students vs. teachers. Family members and students can purchase admission tickets to this event. Admission is $5/person.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Peete, our athletic director, at tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us.
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Sports O Rama
There will be a school dance on Thursday, December 18, during the school day. Eligible students need to return the permission form (https://aptg.co/fhNcbM) and pay $5 admission for the event. Please see the linked permission form for eligibility requirements.

Concessions and Kona Ice will be available at the dance as well.
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Dance Logo
Kona Ice
🏀 BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYM 🏀

Thursday, December 11, from 2:10-3:30 PM

Thinking about trying out for our team? This is your chance to do a workout and see what other possible players will be bringing to the team.

Rides must be at school at 3:30 p.m.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Ms. Peete (tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us), our school athletic director.
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Boys Basketball Open Gym
Have you heard? You can enjoy a great meal and support our eighth grade's Washington, DC, Trip on Monday, December 15. Simply go out to Chipotle from 4-8 p.m. They will give us 25% of all sales during this time.

If you are stuck at work or home, you can even order online with the codeP7DC7G6.
4 months ago, Heather Gerbus
Chipotle - English
Chipotle - Spanish