The Thunderbird Times

At Edwards Elementary, we take pride in our learning, building positive relationships, embracing challenges, and collaborating with each other so that every student grows in both academics and social-emotional skills to achieve success.

We are committed to equipping our students and families with the skills and resources needed to overcome challenges in order to reach their optimal success.

Greetings Thunderbird Families,

We’ve got an exciting week ahead! Our Scholastic Fall Book Fair runs Monday–Friday, and students will have the chance to shop during the school day. Please also join us Tuesday from 5:00–6:30 PM for Title I Curriculum Night—come learn about what your child is studying this year and enjoy an evening book fair shopping opportunity for the whole family.

Thank you for your tremendous support of our CandyMan Fundraiser. We’ll share pickup details as soon as items arrive.

We appreciate your partnership—Together We Soar!

Dr. Allen M. Wilson,

Principal

September 29th-October 3rd - Fall Book Fair

Tuesday, September 30th - Title 1 Curriculum Fair/Family Shop Book Fair 5:00-6:30

Monday, October 6th - Fall Picture Day

Thursday, October 9th - End of Term 1 Grading Period/PTO Meeting Virtual 6:00PM

Friday, October 10th - Teacher Workday - No School

Friday, October 17th - Pink Out Day for Breast Cancer Awareness

Wednesday, October 22nd - Unity Day (Wear Orange)

Thursday, October 23rd - Term 1 PBIS Celebration During School/School Night at Freddy's! 5-9PM

Friday, October 24th - Teacher Workday - No School

October 27th - 31st - Red Ribbon Spirit Week

Tuesday, October 28th - CandyMan Main Event (During School Hours)

Picture Day is coming on Monday, October 6!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTFD9MQK. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.

• If your child is already assigned a bus: Please arrive at the bus stop 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time to avoid missing the bus.

• Afternoon drop-off: If no one is at the stop to meet your child, they will be brought back to school after the driver completes their route.

• Need a bus? Call the front desk for assistance in signing up. Please note—this process may take up to two weeks to begin.

We’re excited to announce that this year, we have switched back to Class Dojo as our main communication tool to help keep you connected and informed about your child’s school experience.

What is Class Dojo?
Class Dojo is an easy-to-use app that allows families to:
✅ Receive important school and classroom updates
✅ Send and receive messages with teachers
✅ See photos and announcements from the classroom
✅ Celebrate student progress and positive behavior

How Will We Use Class Dojo?
In addition to communication, our school will use Class Dojo as a points system to reward students for meeting our school-wide behavior expectations. Students will earn points for showing positive behaviors, such as being respectful, responsible, and safe. You’ll be able to see your child’s points and celebrate their successes together at home!

If you have any questions or need help setting up your account, please reach out to your child’s teacher or contact our front office — we’re happy to help!

Thank you for partnering with us. Let’s make this a fantastic year together!

If you have not already done so, we encourage all parents and guardians to download the Campus Parent App to stay connected with your child’s:

• Grades and report cards

• Class schedules

• Attendance

• Assignments

• School announcements

• Weather delays and closures

• District Communication

• Academic planning tools

• Important documents and notifications

Please add the following number to your contacts: 252-451-8517. This is the official district communications line used for sending out district phone calls.

Getting Started or Reconnecting:

1. Update Your Email
   Confirm your current email is on file with your child’s school; this is where your setup link will be sent.

2. Check for the Setup Email
   At 2:00 p.m., you’ll receive an email with setup steps. If it’s missing, check your spam or junk folder.

3. Download the App
   Search Campus Parent in the App Store or Google Play and install it. Apple Devices, https://apps.apple.com/us/app/campus-parent/id1384542785 Google Play Devices, https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.infinitecampus.parent.campusportalhybrid&pcampaignid=web_share Desktop/laptop, https://640.ncsis.gov/campus/portal/parents/psu640nash.jsp

4. Stay Connected
   Use the app to view grades, attendance, and assignments in real time.

Nash County Public Schools is excited to announce that your child’s school now offers a new and preferred method of payment for all school fees. School Cash Online is a safe and secure form of online payment that allows you to pay for your child’s school items, like field trips and spirit wear, from your hand-held device or computer, using Visa, Mastercard, or echeck.

Register Now

By registering you will have the ability to:

Keep track of your child’s school items and activity fees

Check your account history

View and print receipts

Pay for school fees with the click of a button

For more information and to register, visit ncps.schoolcashonline.com. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tonya Barnes, Secretary/Treasurer

Students may begin being dropped off at 7:20 AM

First Tardy Bell 7:40 AM

Morning Announcements 7:55 AM

Class Instruction Begins 8:00 AM

Dismissal 3:00

**In order for students to be counted present they must be present for at least 1/2 of the day (11:15 AM)

**No student check-outs will be allowed after 2:15 PM

Edwards' PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) is in need of members to join the organization! If you are interested in joining the PTO for the 2025-26 school year, please reach out to Misti White at mhedgepeth15@gmail.com.

Next PTO Meeting for 2025-26 is Thursday, October 9th 6:00 (VIRTUAL)

Principal: Dr. Allen M. Wilson

Email: amwilson@ncpschools.net

Assistant Principal: Morgan Dollar

Email: mldollar@ncpschools.net

720 Edwards Street Rocky Mount, NC 27803

Phone: 252-937-9025