We’re Hiring: Director of Secondary Schools – Rockingham County Schools
Rockingham County Schools is looking for a strong, student-centered leader to join our team as Director of Secondary Schools!
In this role, you will:
✔️ Support and supervise middle and high school principals
✔️ Lead secondary curriculum and instructional programming
✔️ Use data to drive school improvement and student success
✔️ Collaborate with district teams to support grades 6–12
✔️ Coach and develop school leaders
We’re seeking someone with proven school leadership experience who is passionate about supporting educators and helping students thrive.
If you—or someone you know—are ready to make a meaningful impact across our secondary schools, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity!
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://rockinghamnc.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5643065
#NowHiring #EducationJobs #SchoolLeadership #RockinghamCountySchools #MakeADifference
Rockingham County Schools is looking for a strong, student-centered leader to join our team as Director of Secondary Schools!
In this role, you will:
✔️ Support and supervise middle and high school principals
✔️ Lead secondary curriculum and instructional programming
✔️ Use data to drive school improvement and student success
✔️ Collaborate with district teams to support grades 6–12
✔️ Coach and develop school leaders
We’re seeking someone with proven school leadership experience who is passionate about supporting educators and helping students thrive.
If you—or someone you know—are ready to make a meaningful impact across our secondary schools, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity!
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://rockinghamnc.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5643065
#NowHiring #EducationJobs #SchoolLeadership #RockinghamCountySchools #MakeADifference
Rockingham County Schools Staff and Families,
A Moss Street Elementary Family of three kids has been impacted by a house fire the other night with a total loss of all property. Moss Street families have shown continued support in assisting the students impacted by the recent house fire. We are reaching out to our District Families to ask your support for this family.
We have gathered the following clothing and shoe sizes for the three students:
Boy: Men’s small clothing, shoe size 8
Girl 1: Girls size 16, shoe size 5 (big kids)
Girl 2: Girls size 18, shoe size 7.5
Our thoughts and prayers remain with this family as they navigate this difficult time. Any assistance you can provide to help meet these needs is sincerely appreciated.
For additional information or to coordinate support, please contact Christy Albertson or Contact Moss Street Elementary (336) 349-5370
Thank you again for your compassion and generosity.
A Moss Street Elementary Family of three kids has been impacted by a house fire the other night with a total loss of all property. Moss Street families have shown continued support in assisting the students impacted by the recent house fire. We are reaching out to our District Families to ask your support for this family.
We have gathered the following clothing and shoe sizes for the three students:
Boy: Men’s small clothing, shoe size 8
Girl 1: Girls size 16, shoe size 5 (big kids)
Girl 2: Girls size 18, shoe size 7.5
Our thoughts and prayers remain with this family as they navigate this difficult time. Any assistance you can provide to help meet these needs is sincerely appreciated.
For additional information or to coordinate support, please contact Christy Albertson or Contact Moss Street Elementary (336) 349-5370
Thank you again for your compassion and generosity.
Our Rockingham County FFA Students competed in the Spring Regional Cattle Working Contest. Team members had to work together to work 2 head of cattle through a chute. Calculate and give injections and dewormer. Individually all team members completed test on breeds, feeds, tools, BQA and cattle knowledge.
Wednesday - Regional Rally
Tool ID placed 3rd and advanced to the state contest
(Olivia, Kayleigh, Reagan, Rachel and Kassi)
Ag Mechanics placed 5th
Nursery Landscape placed 7th
Floriculture placed 4th
Intro to Hort placed 8th
Thursday
Cattle Handling
Team One placed FIRST in the region and advanced to the state contest May 5. (Fortino, Hannah, Charlotte)
Team Two placed 5th in the region. (Abbie, Essie, Joleen)
Both teams did a great job and got compliments from the judges.
Wednesday - Regional Rally
Tool ID placed 3rd and advanced to the state contest
(Olivia, Kayleigh, Reagan, Rachel and Kassi)
Ag Mechanics placed 5th
Nursery Landscape placed 7th
Floriculture placed 4th
Intro to Hort placed 8th
Thursday
Cattle Handling
Team One placed FIRST in the region and advanced to the state contest May 5. (Fortino, Hannah, Charlotte)
Team Two placed 5th in the region. (Abbie, Essie, Joleen)
Both teams did a great job and got compliments from the judges.
On April 2nd the AIG department partnered with Tri-City Automotive to host the 27th Annual Academic Challenge Competition Banquet. From this ACC season Rockingham County High School emerged as the Overall Champion, with 18 wins and 1043 points. Subject round medals were awarded to the following teams in the following areas: Rockingham County High School was recognized in Math, Social Studies, English and the All-Around Category, and Rockingham County Early College High School was recognized in Science.
Additionally, individual team members were recognized through the All-ACC Trophies, with recipients including Aniyah O'Dell Martin and Luke Craddock from Morehead, Fisher St. Clair and Sam Gunter from McMichael, Colton Steiner and Cyler Vincent from Early College, Ariana Bourdrea-Nagase and Dylan Duxbury from Reidsville, and Carter Lynn and Keira Belter from Rockingham.
A total of $2,500 in scholarships provided by Tri-City Automotive were awarded to the following students: Madelyn Visaya from Early College, Katelyn Shaifer from Reidsville, Bo Wiley from Rockingham, and Lucas Chalco from Morehead.
Additionally, individual team members were recognized through the All-ACC Trophies, with recipients including Aniyah O'Dell Martin and Luke Craddock from Morehead, Fisher St. Clair and Sam Gunter from McMichael, Colton Steiner and Cyler Vincent from Early College, Ariana Bourdrea-Nagase and Dylan Duxbury from Reidsville, and Carter Lynn and Keira Belter from Rockingham.
A total of $2,500 in scholarships provided by Tri-City Automotive were awarded to the following students: Madelyn Visaya from Early College, Katelyn Shaifer from Reidsville, Bo Wiley from Rockingham, and Lucas Chalco from Morehead.
Rockingham County Schools Board of Education has approved the appointment of a new administrator.
Amy Kidd has been named Principal at CTE Innovative High School, effective June 1, 2026, on a two-year contract.
Mrs. Kidd is an instructional leader who believes a high school diploma should serve as a bridge to a student’s future rather than a finish line. She currently serves as Assistant Principal at Reidsville High School and brings more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of education and industry.
Her career includes roles as an Agriculture Education Teacher and Adjunct Instructor at the University of Mount Olive. In 2012, she was recognized as a National Agriscience Teacher of the Year by the National Association of Agricultural Educators. She also pioneered the “Ag Experience,” an innovative program that enabled students to earn an Associate of Science degree in Agriculture while completing their high school diploma.
Known as a “teacher of teachers,” Mrs. Kidd has mentored numerous former students who have gone on to enter the agriculture education profession.
Mrs. Kidd focuses on creating learning environments where students understand the purpose behind their education. She believes that inspiration and motivation are key drivers of academic success. A lifelong learner, she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Organizational Leadership.
She remains committed to building strong relationships with families, community partners, and stakeholders to support student achievement and ensure all students graduate “Choice Ready” for their future.
Amy Kidd has been named Principal at CTE Innovative High School, effective June 1, 2026, on a two-year contract.
Mrs. Kidd is an instructional leader who believes a high school diploma should serve as a bridge to a student’s future rather than a finish line. She currently serves as Assistant Principal at Reidsville High School and brings more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of education and industry.
Her career includes roles as an Agriculture Education Teacher and Adjunct Instructor at the University of Mount Olive. In 2012, she was recognized as a National Agriscience Teacher of the Year by the National Association of Agricultural Educators. She also pioneered the “Ag Experience,” an innovative program that enabled students to earn an Associate of Science degree in Agriculture while completing their high school diploma.
Known as a “teacher of teachers,” Mrs. Kidd has mentored numerous former students who have gone on to enter the agriculture education profession.
Mrs. Kidd focuses on creating learning environments where students understand the purpose behind their education. She believes that inspiration and motivation are key drivers of academic success. A lifelong learner, she is currently pursuing a doctorate in Organizational Leadership.
She remains committed to building strong relationships with families, community partners, and stakeholders to support student achievement and ensure all students graduate “Choice Ready” for their future.
Rockingham County Schools Announces Jason Hyler as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction
Jason Hyler has been named the new Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for Rockingham County Schools, effective July 1, 2026. He will serve under a four-year contract.
A graduate of Rockingham County Schools, Hyler brings 25 years of experience as a teacher, coach, school leader, and district administrator. A native of Eden, North Carolina, he began his career as an exceptional children’s teacher and coach at Morehead High School. He later transitioned into school leadership, serving as an assistant principal at both the elementary and middle school levels before becoming principal at Stoneville Elementary School.
In 2015, Hyler moved to the district level as Director of Testing and Accountability, where he led assessment systems and supported schools in using data to improve instruction. In 2022, he expanded his leadership responsibilities by also serving as Director of Secondary Schools, working closely with middle and high school principals to strengthen leadership and instructional practices across the district.
“I’m honored to continue serving Rockingham County Schools in this role,” said Hyler. “This work is about supporting our schools, staying focused on instruction, and making sure every student has the opportunity to succeed. We have a strong foundation in place, and I’m looking forward to continuing to build on that with our schools and leadership teams.”
Jason Hyler has been named the new Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for Rockingham County Schools, effective July 1, 2026. He will serve under a four-year contract.
A graduate of Rockingham County Schools, Hyler brings 25 years of experience as a teacher, coach, school leader, and district administrator. A native of Eden, North Carolina, he began his career as an exceptional children’s teacher and coach at Morehead High School. He later transitioned into school leadership, serving as an assistant principal at both the elementary and middle school levels before becoming principal at Stoneville Elementary School.
In 2015, Hyler moved to the district level as Director of Testing and Accountability, where he led assessment systems and supported schools in using data to improve instruction. In 2022, he expanded his leadership responsibilities by also serving as Director of Secondary Schools, working closely with middle and high school principals to strengthen leadership and instructional practices across the district.
“I’m honored to continue serving Rockingham County Schools in this role,” said Hyler. “This work is about supporting our schools, staying focused on instruction, and making sure every student has the opportunity to succeed. We have a strong foundation in place, and I’m looking forward to continuing to build on that with our schools and leadership teams.”
Please join us for the All-County ART show April 17, 2026 from 5pm-7pm at Reidsville High School's new gym. There will be food trucks, raffle, and a supply drive.
Congratulations to McMichael High School for winning the NC TSA Small Chapter of the Year for the fourth year in a row—an incredible accomplishment!
We also want to recognize and celebrate all of the students who placed in their respective events. Your hard work, creativity, and dedication continue to set a high standard of excellence.
We are proud of your achievements and the way you represent your school and Rockingham County Schools.
McMichael High School Awards:
First place pin design. Megan Smith
Second place pin Design. Sarai Torres-Zuniga
First place System Control Technology. Eitan Castends-Pineda, TreVon Stewart, Fisher St. Clair
Third place Robotics. Trevon Stewart, Eitan Castaneda-Pineda, Samuel Gunter, Fisher St. Clair
Third place CAD architecture. Megan Smith
Rockingham County Middle School Awards:
First Place Dragster Design. Blake Butler
First place Promotional Marketing. Blake Butler
We also want to recognize and celebrate all of the students who placed in their respective events. Your hard work, creativity, and dedication continue to set a high standard of excellence.
We are proud of your achievements and the way you represent your school and Rockingham County Schools.
McMichael High School Awards:
First place pin design. Megan Smith
Second place pin Design. Sarai Torres-Zuniga
First place System Control Technology. Eitan Castends-Pineda, TreVon Stewart, Fisher St. Clair
Third place Robotics. Trevon Stewart, Eitan Castaneda-Pineda, Samuel Gunter, Fisher St. Clair
Third place CAD architecture. Megan Smith
Rockingham County Middle School Awards:
First Place Dragster Design. Blake Butler
First place Promotional Marketing. Blake Butler
Reidsville High School and Skill Struck. Skill Struck delivers adaptive K–12 computer science and AI solutions that promote equitable learning. Our comprehensive curriculum, including AI literacy courses, helps students build foundational coding skills, explore advanced programming, and understand how to engage thoughtfully with emerging technologies.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cCF7xgozZWdAe4BsVwUm8Bsc5zuEuRUI/view?usp=gmail
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cCF7xgozZWdAe4BsVwUm8Bsc5zuEuRUI/view?usp=gmail
RCS Spring Break shutdown. Energy saving recommendations for families and our staff.
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has announced that SUN Bucks will be back for Summer 2026! SUN Bucks (Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer, EBT, Program) provides grocery benefits to eligible families with school-aged children during the summer months. Eligible students receive a one-time payment during the summer, loaded to an EBT card that can be used at grocery stores, farmers markets and some online retailers. Many kids are automatically enrolled; some may need to apply.
Please update your contact info by March 31, 2026 if there have been any changes to ensure the timely delivery of SUN Bucks communications and benefits.
Please update your contact info by March 31, 2026 if there have been any changes to ensure the timely delivery of SUN Bucks communications and benefits.
RCS Immunization and Health Assessment Requirements. We aim to promote student health requirements from spring through the start of the new school year in effort to avoid student exclusions at the deadlines. Nurses also support this effort through paper copies of information, dojo messages and messages. Please take a moment to view the attached and contact us if you have any questions.
Rockingham County Health Department upcoming family community events. Each event includes: Community resources, Health info for families, parents, guardians and little ones of all ages Spanish language support Lots of FREEBIES!
Western Rockingham Middle School hosted the 2025-26 Middle School All-County Band Concert on Thursday, March 19. Thank you to our guest conductor Ben Keith from Northern Guilford Middle School in Guilford County.
RCS Kindergarten Registration for the 2026–2027 school year begins March 30, 2026. Seats are available for students who will be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2026. To help ensure a smooth registration experience, families are encouraged to plan early and begin gathering the documents needed to complete the kindergarten boarding process.
https://youtu.be/jZg62A30-78
https://youtu.be/jZg62A30-78
A National Conference features two Rockingham County Schools staff and one of our students. South by Southwest (SXSW) is an annual gathering in Austin, Texas that combines leaders and fans of music, film, tech, and education each spring. From March 9-12, EdNC attended SXSW EDU to listen as North Carolina students, teachers, leaders, policy advisors, and more represented our state by presenting to an engaged education audience from around the nation.
Our Rockingham County Schools Moriah Dollarhite with human resources participated in a panel about hybrid teaching models that boost student outcomes. She spoke about structuring support around beginning teachers with the help of Public Impact.
A sophomore from Rockingham Early College High School, Helena Ortiz, is working with PBS News Student Reporting Labs and sat on a panel with fellow student reporters. She is cohosting the upcoming sixth season of the On Our Minds podcast which talks about teen life in all corners of the nation.
Dr. Emma Humphries is the chief education officer at iCivics, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning. She began a panel conversation at SXSW by delivering the results of a survey and selected Valencia Abbott, a veteran social studies educator at Rockingham Early College High School, to be on the panel.
Abbott was recently named the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year. Abbott said, “I’ve always taught these principles, these strategies, these topics in my classroom. I’ve never shied away from anything in the classroom. What is different is my preparation for my lessons.” She is checking her own biases and researching her sources more. She is coming to class extra prepared for whatever questions her students may have.
Abbott’s philosophy around teaching hard things is to enable and encourage her students to find themselves in history. If she is presented with a historical event she hasn’t taught, but it is part of her student’s community, she adds to the curriculum.
“If the kids trust that you’re giving them the best information that you have, then you can go forward with your work,” said Abbott.
Great work representing Rockingham County Schools.
Our Rockingham County Schools Moriah Dollarhite with human resources participated in a panel about hybrid teaching models that boost student outcomes. She spoke about structuring support around beginning teachers with the help of Public Impact.
A sophomore from Rockingham Early College High School, Helena Ortiz, is working with PBS News Student Reporting Labs and sat on a panel with fellow student reporters. She is cohosting the upcoming sixth season of the On Our Minds podcast which talks about teen life in all corners of the nation.
Dr. Emma Humphries is the chief education officer at iCivics, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning. She began a panel conversation at SXSW by delivering the results of a survey and selected Valencia Abbott, a veteran social studies educator at Rockingham Early College High School, to be on the panel.
Abbott was recently named the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year. Abbott said, “I’ve always taught these principles, these strategies, these topics in my classroom. I’ve never shied away from anything in the classroom. What is different is my preparation for my lessons.” She is checking her own biases and researching her sources more. She is coming to class extra prepared for whatever questions her students may have.
Abbott’s philosophy around teaching hard things is to enable and encourage her students to find themselves in history. If she is presented with a historical event she hasn’t taught, but it is part of her student’s community, she adds to the curriculum.
“If the kids trust that you’re giving them the best information that you have, then you can go forward with your work,” said Abbott.
Great work representing Rockingham County Schools.
2026-2027 Reassignment Applications are now available.
The 2026-2027 reassignment school applications are now available in each school's front office, RCS Central Office, or on the RCS website under the Parents and Students section.
https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/page/request-of-reassignment
Only those who are requesting a new school reassignment need to apply. The deadline for submission is set for May 1, 2026. For any further questions, you may call the Student Assignment Office at 336-627-2689.
The 2026-2027 reassignment school applications are now available in each school's front office, RCS Central Office, or on the RCS website under the Parents and Students section.
https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/page/request-of-reassignment
Only those who are requesting a new school reassignment need to apply. The deadline for submission is set for May 1, 2026. For any further questions, you may call the Student Assignment Office at 336-627-2689.
Rockingham County Schools will be holding a public hearing on March 23, 2026 starting at 6pm. This meeting will be held at the Central Administrative Offices located at 511 Harrington Highway Eden, NC 27288. The meeting will be in regards to the 26-27 Budget and the merger of Moss Street/South End elementary schools.
Rockingham County Schools’ Nutrition staff are serving Lucky Charms Yogurt Parfaits to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!!
Attached are the 2025-2026 Traditional and Early College/CTE Calendars updated to reflect changes from yesterday's weather event. Dillard Academy calendar did not change.
