Edwards Elementary School

Good Evening Thunderbird Families, We are excited to start the 2nd semester and for a full week of school ahead! Please review our weekly newsletter updates for important information: https://bit.ly/4jyXNIL If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know. See you tomorrow, -Dr. Wilson, Principal

Happy Snow Day Thunderbirds! Tomorrow (January 23rd) we will have a Remote Learning Day. Please review the document below for our Remote Learning Day guidelines: https://bit.ly/4av2GhO If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. Stay safe and warm, -Dr. Wilson, Principal

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

🎉 Kickoff to an Amazing 2nd Semester! 📚✏️ Yesterday, our incredible staff came together for our 2nd Semester Kickoff meeting! We took time to recalibrate, reflect, and refresh, ensuring we’re ready to bring our very best to our students. Here’s to a successful and impactful semester ahead! #Teamwork #NewSemester #TogetherWeSoar #StaffExcellence

Today we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by reflecting on his message of courage, kindness, and equality. As Dr. King reminded us: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Let’s inspire each other to answer that call every day! 💙 #MLKDay #InspirationInAction #TeachingKindness

Good afternoon Thunderbird Families, I hope you are enjoying the weekend! Please read through our weekly newsletter updates for important upcoming information: https://bit.ly/40CQU1J If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. Have a great evening, -Dr. Wilson, Principal

Reminder: Students will be out of school tomorrow, Jan. 17, through Wednesday, Jan. 22, for teacher workdays and the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. School will resume on Thursday, Jan. 23.

🌟 Thunderbird Hero of the Week 🌟 Each week, we celebrate a staff member who goes above and beyond for our school community. This week, we're thrilled to honor Mrs. Malieka Evans-Eatmon as our Thunderbird Hero of the Week! 🎉 Mrs. Evans-Eatmon was nominated for her unwavering positivity, encouraging words, and ability to foster meaningful relationships with students and coworkers alike. Her dedication and kindness create an inspiring and supportive environment that makes our school a better place every day. 💙 She’s not just an exceptional teacher — she’s a truly remarkable person who leaves a lasting impact on everyone she meets. Thank you, Mrs. Evans-Eatmon, for all you do! We appreciate you! 🙌 #ThunderbirdHero #TeacherAppreciation #MakingADifference

* 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!

Good Evening Thunderbird Families, I hope this message finds you well. We had a great return from break last week and we are excited to close out the 2nd grading period this week. Please see below for our weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/4jgbSuL Please reach out with any questions/concerns. Thank you, Dr. Wilson

🎉🏆 Congratulations to Our Spelling Bee Champions! 🏆🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible achievements of our School Spelling Bee Winners! ✨ 1st Place: Andre Rique ✨ Runner-Up: Khamiyah Coley Both students demonstrated outstanding spelling skills and perseverance. They will proudly represent our school at the District Spelling Bee on February 6th at Word Tabernacle Church. 🌟 Let’s wish Andre and Khamiyah the best of luck as they prepare to compete at the next level! 👏💙💛 #ThunderbirdPride #TogetherWeSoar

🌟 Celebrating Our All-Star Teachers! 🌟 We are thrilled to recognize our amazing teachers who were honored at the district's All-Star Teacher Celebration for exceeding growth last school year! 🎉 👏 Congratulations to Ms. Estropigan, Mrs. Bandin, and Mrs. Rique for your outstanding dedication and hard work. Your commitment to excellence and to our students’ success inspires us all! 💙💛 📸 Check out these highlights from the celebration and join us in giving them a big round of applause! 👏✨ #EdwardsExcellence #AllStarTeachers #ThunderbirdPride

Our Spelling Bee will begin at 9:00am. Our live link is here: https://meet.google.com/bsp-wkhd-ktz

Nash County Public Schools will operate on an early release schedule Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, as follows: All Elementary Schools will be released early at 2:00 p.m. All Middle Schools and Tar River Academy will be released early at 2:30 p.m. All traditional High Schools will be released early at 1:30 p.m. CITI High School and Early College High School will be released early at 11:30 a.m All exams will continue as planned. All after-school activities and events are canceled due to the weather forecast. This decision, made with guidance from emergency officials, prioritizes the safety of our students, staff, and school communities. For real-time information, please click the following link https://www.ncpschools.net/page/emergency-landing-page

🎉 Thunderbird Hero of the Week! 🎉 This week, we proudly recognize Mr. Khavoi Martin as our Thunderbird Hero of the Week! 🎶✨ Mr. Martin was nominated for his outstanding work with the K-2 Christmas Concert before winter break. The students were exceptionally well-prepared and represented Edwards beautifully during the event. Thank you, Mr. Martin, for your dedication and hard work. We truly appreciate all that you do to make Edwards shine! 🌟👏

Due to the 2-Hour Delayed start this morning, the Spelling Bee will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 9th at 9:00AM.

Due to the forecast of below-freezing conditions and the potential for today’s precipitation to freeze on roadways, Nash County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for staff and students on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Essential personnel should report at their regular time, provided it is safe to do so. Breakfast will be available at schools. Students may be dropped off 40 minutes prior to the start of their school day. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe in this weather. For any inquiries, contact your respective school. All after-school activities and athletic programs will proceed as usual.

Good afternoon Thunderbird Families, Happy New Year! We are excited for students to return tomorrow! Please review our newsletter updates for important information: https://bit.ly/4a5NyY1 Please reach out with any questions or concerns. See you tomorrow, -Dr. Wilson, Principal

✨🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉✨ As we step into 2025, we want to thank our incredible community for making this past year so special. Your dedication, support, and positivity continue to inspire us every day. Here’s to new opportunities, growth, and success in the year ahead! Let’s make it amazing—together. 💫 #HappyNewYear #Welcome2025 #NewBeginnings

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Edwards Elementary! ✨🎄 We wish you a season filled with joy, peace, and love. May your holidays be bright and your hearts warm as we celebrate this special time of year together. Thank you to our incredible students, staff, families, and community for making this year unforgettable. Here’s to a joyful holiday season and an amazing year ahead! #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #SeasonOfJoy