Randolph County School System

Due to the holiday break, the central services buildings for the Randolph County School
System will be closed to the public from 5:00 p.m. on December 19 until 8:00 a.m. on January 2.

Debido a las vacaciones del invierno los edificios de servicios centrales del Sistema Escolar del Condado de Randolph estarán cerrados al público desde las 5:00pm el 19 de diciembre hasta la 8:00am del día 2 de enero, 2026.

Randolph Early College High School invites 8th-grade students and their families to learn more about their program and how students can begin earning college credit as early as 9th grade! The final information session is Thursday, December 4, at 6:00 pm, in the Learning Resources Center on the Randolph Community College Asheboro Campus. Come discover why Early College means endless pathways and see if RECHS is the right fit for you!

Students in our Exploring Apparel and Design class are officially diving into sewing!
This exciting new middle school course is giving students hands-on experience with sewing machines as they learn essential skills in creativity, design, and craftsmanship. We’re proud to offer this opportunity and can’t wait to see what all they create! #CTEattheRidge #lifeskills #RCSCTE

Thank you, CTE Teachers, for being the bridge to industry! 🌉

By integrating industry-recognized standards, overseeing student certifications, and sharing real-world stories, you are directly connecting students with their future professions. Every credential earned in your class is a huge step forward in a student's career plan!

#CTECertified #IndustryStandards #CareerPathways #TeacherImpact #FutureWorkforce

Congratulations to the Southwestern Randolph High School boys soccer team for their 4A State Championship 3-0 win last night against Newton-Conover! Way to go Cougars! Photo credits to HighSchoolOT.com

Southeastern Randolph Middle School students toured Davidson Davie Community College to learn about various opportunities in dental assisting, cosmetology, zoo and aquarium programs, and other health related fields. Students learned about the college and career promise courses available in high school and early college opportunities starting in 9th grade. Students had a chance to explore the gym and fitness center that are available to all students.

Students from RCSS high schools participated in the Steel Day event hosted by Eastern Steel Works, Inc. in Seagrove on October 29 and 30. This event was sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), which gives students, among others, exposure to structural steel fabrication; which can help them consider it as a career. Students toured the facilities and participated in demos and educational information. Students and staff enjoyed learning about steel manufacturing and the many opportunities within the career field. Thank you, Eastern Steel Works, Inc., for hosting this event and the hospitality you showed our students and staff.

Yesterday, Superintendent Dr. Gainey visited Liberty Elementary to read to Pre-K students through Leadership Reads, a program that brings district leaders into schools to share the joy of reading.

Happy National Career Development Coordinator Day! 🌟

Today, November 19th, we celebrate our amazing CTE Career Development Coordinators (CDCs). These individuals are the essential link connecting our students' learning to their future careers.

Our CDCs tirelessly work to:

Forge industry partnerships.

Secure internships and job shadowing.

Guide students toward essential certifications.

Please join us in thanking these dedicated professionals for shaping the next generation of our workforce!

#NCDA #CareerDevelopmentMonth #CTEReady #CareerCoordinator #CTEImpact

A big thank you to our Student Success Teams for their strategic leadership!

Their commitment to regularly meeting is what helps drive our district's career development vision. From organizing career education experiences to reviewing Career Development Plans, these teams turn policy into actionable support.

We are thankful for the time and expertise that our CDCs, Administration, Lead Teachers, Student Advocates, RCC Career Coaches, and Counselors contribute to preparing our students for tomorrow!

#StrategicPlanning #CareerGuidance #VisionaryLeaders #CTEStrong #StudentSuccess

Tonight Dale Brinkley was recognized for 25 years of service with the Randolph County School System. He has done an exceptional job serving in our central office as a Technician, WAN Engineer, Director of Information Systems and Executive Director of Operations. Dale will be retiring at the end of November and will be greatly missed. Thank you Dale for your dedication and faithful service to the Randolph County School System!

Recognized at tonight's Board of Education meeting:
Laura York - “Outstanding Secondary Math Teacher of the Year” https://5il.co/3sbq5
Heather Troyer – Exceptional Children “Educator of Excellence” https://5il.co/3sdoh
Star3 Students: https://5il.co/3sdwe
Star Employees: https://5il.co/3sdwd
Northeastern Randolph Middle School and Randolph Early College High School 2025-2026 Signature Schools: https://5il.co/3sdov

Career Tip: Optimize Your Digital Footprint! 💻

In today's world, career development starts online. Many employers review social media profiles!

Encourage your student to think of their online presence as a professional portfolio:

Clean Up: Ensure all public profiles are professional and positive.

Build Up: Create a LinkedIn profile or use platforms to showcase projects, achievements, and certifications.

Network: Follow companies and professionals in their career cluster for industry insights.

#PersonalBranding #DigitalFootprint #CareerAdvice #Professionalism #StudentTips #CareerReadiness

Randleman Middle School 7th-graders toured Davidson-Davie Community College to learn about various opportunities in dental assisting, cosmetology, zoo and aquarium programs, and other health fields. Students learned about the college and career promise courses available in high school, and early college opportunities starting in 9th grade. Students had a chance to explore the gym and fitness center that are available to all students and other amenities.

RCSS Lead Teachers Jen Choken and Kristin Loflin presented at the NCCTM Conference this week. Laura York of Southwestern Randolph Middle was also honored as RCSS Outstanding Secondary Math Teacher of the Year. Thank you, Ms. Choken and Ms. Loflin, and congratulations, Ms. York!

Students in the Randolph County School System "come first in ALL that we do" which includes the meals that we prepare for them. Serving students scratch made, minimally processed, fresh, local, and delicious meals is our mission. We would love to have you join us in accomplishing this mission. Check out the official job postings for more details-
Trindale Elementary School Nutrition Assistant Manager
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5439834
Ramseur Elementary School Nutrition Assistant Manager
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5387413
Southwest School Nutrition Assistant Manager
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5326399
Hopewell Elementary School Nutrition Assistant
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5336707
Southwest Randolph High School Nutrition Assistant
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5172801
Northeast Randolph Middle School Nutrition Assistant/Bus Driver
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5289500
School Nutrition Substitute
https://randolph.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4938827

A special shout-out to our CTE educators who model and teach professionalism! 👏

Career development isn't just technical; it's about work ethic, communication, and problem-solving. You hold high expectations, run professional class environments, and prepare students for the culture of the workplace. That guidance is priceless!

#CTELife #SoftSkills #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerReadiness #TeacherHeroes

🎯 ACT Success Starts Here!

The Randolph County School System kicked off the first Mastery Prep ACT Boot Camp of the 2025–2026 school year at Wheatmore High School, and it was a huge success!

MasteryPrep’s ACT Boot Camp gives students the strategies, tips, and confidence they need to perform their best on test day. During the session, students learned how to tackle tough questions, manage their time, and boost their scores.

We’re proud of our Wheatmore students for showing up and putting in the effort toward their college and career goals! 🎓✨

#RandolphCountySchoolSystem #ACTPrep #MasteryPrep #CollegeReady #WheatmoreWarriors

Beyond the Classroom: The Power of CTSOs! 🏆

Did you know that leadership development is a key part of career readiness?

Our Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), like DECA, FFA, and HOSA, offer students vital opportunities to:

🗣️ Develop Leadership Skills: Through officer roles and community projects.

🥇 Compete & Conquer: Test technical skills against peers in state and national contests.

🤝 Network: Connect with industry leaders and professional mentors.

These experiences are crucial to career development!

#CTSO #StudentLeadership #CTE #CareerDevelopmentMonth #FFA #DECA #HOSA

Due to the holiday break, the central services buildings for the Randolph County School System will be closed to
the public from 5:00 p.m. on November 25 until 8:00 a.m. on December 1.

Debido a días feriados las oficinas del Sistema Escolar del Condado de Randolph estarán cerrados al público desde las 5:00pm el 25 de noviembre hasta la 8:00am el 1 de diciembre.