

It’s time to say CHEESE! 😁
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
📍 North Stokes High School
Get your best Viking smile ready because Fall Picture Day is right around the corner! 📸✨
Whether you’re bringing your biggest smile, your best pose, or your “I woke up like this” look… we’ve got you covered! 😂
📸 Mark your calendar!
💚 Smile big!
🛡️ Show your Viking pride!
#NorthStokesVikings #PictureDay #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking #VikingPride 💚



Today, the Fellowship of Christian Students (FCS) had a special visit from Mr. Gerald Jones, who shared an encouraging message with our students about hope, faith, and Jesus Christ.
Mr. Jones encouraged students to come out and be part of the upcoming Stokes County Christian Youth Rally at North Stokes High School on Sunday, October 18, from 5:00–7:30 PM! 🙌
And he left our students with a simple but powerful reminder—he gave each student a Life Saver. 🍬
❓ Who has been a lifesaver in your life?
✝️ HOPE IN JESUS CHRIST!
As Romans 15:13 reminds us:
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him…”
Thank you, Mr. Jones, for spending time with our FCS students and reminding them that no matter what life brings, there is always HOPE in Jesus! 💚
📢 Come join us for the Youth Rally!
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 North Stokes High School
🎤 Speaker: Doug Elks, Fellowship of Christian Athletes
🎶 Worship: College Park Baptist Praise Band
🍽️ Food provided at 5:00 PM
God of Hope. ❤️ Hope in Jesus.
#FCS #HopeInJesus #GodOfHope #Romans1513 #NorthStokesVikings #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking 💚💛



The Class of 2027 is officially putting their own stamp on North Stokes! 💚💛
Our Seniors got creative and painted their parting spaces, turning ordinary parking spots into something uniquely theirs. From bold designs to personal touches, these spaces are a reflection of the personalities, interests, and creativity that make each Viking special! 🖌️✨
These aren't just parking spaces anymore… they're personalized pieces of Senior history! 😎
🎨 Individual. Creative. Personal.
🚗 One-of-a-kind, just like our Seniors!
💚 A little piece of the Class of 2027 that will be left behind at NSHS.
We can't wait to see all the finished masterpieces!
Paint it. Personalize it. Make it yours. 🎨🚗💚
#NSHSSeniors #ClassOf2027 #SeniorSpots #VikingPride #SeniorTraditions #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking










The North Stokes Library is becoming a place to read, relax, connect, and have a little fun! 💚
Today, students took a break from the hustle and bustle of the school day to enjoy some friendly competition, work on puzzles, and spend time in a space designed just for them. 🧩🎲📖
Whether you're looking for your next great book, want to challenge a friend to a game, or just need a quiet place to unwind, there’s always something happening in the library!
And yes… sometimes you may even find students getting very serious about a puzzle. 😂🧩
Come on in, Vikings! Your library is YOUR space! 💚📚
#NorthStokesVikings #NSHSLibrary #LibraryLife #ReadPlayConnect #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking



And you KNOW Mr. Wise wasn’t going to miss the opportunity to rock his signature bow tie! 😎🎩
Some people wear a bow tie… Mr. Wise makes it a lifestyle! 😂
Looking sharp and showing off that Viking style! 💚💚
Happy Bow Tie Day, Vikings! 🎀
#BowTieDay #MrWise #VikingStyle #NorthStokesVikings #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking 💚

Things got a little sweet and a whole lot of hands-on in Foods 1! Our students put their culinary skills to work making delicious Fudge Balls! 😋
But this activity was about more than just chocolate! 👩🍳👨🍳 Students practiced:
🥄 Measuring ingredients accurately
🍫 Learning how ingredients work together to create the right taste and texture
🧤 Practicing proper food safety and sanitation
🔄 Following a recipe and working through each step in the correct order
🤝 Teamwork and kitchen skills while creating a tasty finished product!
The best part? They got to enjoy the results of their hard work! 🎉🍫
Who knew learning could be this delicious? Great job, Foods 1! 💚
#NorthStokesVikings #Foods1 #HandsOnLearning #CTE #LifeSkills #LearningIsDelicious #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking








Tonight’s North Stokes Vikings Soccer game vs. Alleghany has been CANCELED.
We will share any information about a rescheduled date when it becomes available.
Stay safe, Vikings! 💚⚔️
#OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

🚨 CRIME SCENE: NORTH STOKES HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY! 🚨
Something mysterious has happened in Mrs. Hunter’s library… and we need YOU to investigate! 🔎📚
The evidence is everywhere. The clues are waiting. The suspects? Well… you’ll have to figure that out! 👀
Come take a closer look at our “Once Upon a Mystery” display and see if you can uncover the story behind the crime scene. 🕵️♀️🕵️♂️
📖 Can you identify the clues?
🔍 Can you solve the mystery?
🚨 Can you crack the case?
Stop by the library, investigate the evidence, and let the mystery begin!
Mrs. Hunter is waiting… Are you ready to investigate? 🕵️♀️📚🔎
#OnceUponAMystery #LibraryMystery #NSHSLibrary #BookDetectives #SolveTheMystery #ReadAndInvestigate

There’s something special about starting the school day together—and our seniors did just that! ☀️
On Friday, August 21, at 6:30 AM, our seniors gathered on the North Stokes football field for Senior Sunrise, kicking off their final year with plenty of laughter, games, friendship, and school spirit. 🏈💚
From playing games on the track to gathering under the colorful parachute, these students made memories that will last long after the sun came up. 🌅🎉
Senior year is officially underway, Vikings! Enjoy every moment, make every memory count, and remember just how quickly this year will fly by.
💚 Here’s to the Class of 2027! 💚
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
#SeniorSunrise #ClassOf2027 #NorthStokesVikings #VikingPride #SeniorYear #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking










What better way to welcome students back than with a little creativity, school spirit, and Viking pride?
Our talented students, along with Ms. Sapp, put their artistic skills to work painting the North Stokes Rock! 🖌️🎨 From sketching the design to adding the finishing touches, these students showed creativity, teamwork, patience, and pride in their school.
The finished rock is a true reflection of what it means to be a North Stokes Viking — bold, creative, and proud! 💚💛
A huge thank you to Ms. Sapp and our amazing student artists for taking the time to create something special for our school community. We love seeing our students use their talents to make North Stokes a place they can be proud to call home!
🏔️🎨 Welcome to Viking Territory!
💚 Once a Viking, Always a Viking! 💚
#NorthStokesVikings #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking #StudentArtists #ArtAtNSHS #SchoolSpirit



Our Foods 1 students put their culinary skills to work by making delicious Red Lobster-style Cheddar Bay Biscuits! 👩🍳👨🍳
This hands-on activity was about much more than making a tasty snack. Students practiced:
🔹 Measuring accurately — learning how precision affects the final product
🔹 Following a recipe — reading and following directions in sequence
🔹 Baking techniques — learning how ingredients interact during the baking process
🔹 Kitchen safety & sanitation — using equipment properly and maintaining a clean workspace
🔹 Teamwork & time management — working together to complete each step efficiently
🔹 Food science — observing how ingredients combine and how heat transforms the dough into a finished product
The best classroom lessons are sometimes the ones you can measure, mix, bake, and taste! 😋
Way to go, Foods 1! We love seeing our students build real-world skills they can use for life. 💚
#NorthStokes #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking #Foods1 #CTE #HandsOnLearning #LifeSkills #VikingPride










Our FIRST HOME FOOTBALL GAME is this Friday night, and we’re making it extra special!
🎉 Sandy Ridge Elementary Night! 🎉
All Sandy Ridge Elementary School students will be admitted FREE with a paying adult! 🙌
🏈 North Stokes Vikings vs. Elkin
📅 This Friday Night
⏰ 7:00 PM Kickoff
🏟️ North Stokes High School
Wear your green. Bring your family. Bring the energy. Let’s Go Vikings!
💚🏈 #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT: WELCOME, ASHLEY EADES! 🌟
Please help us give a warm North Stokes High School welcome to our new Assistant Principal, Ashley Eades! 💚
Ashley brings 10 years of experience in education and an impressive background in both teaching and school leadership. She earned her degree in Elementary Education from North Carolina Central University and holds master’s degrees in Library Science and School Administration from Appalachian State University.
Before joining the North Stokes family, Ashley taught 7th Grade EC Inclusion at Meadowview Magnet Middle School in Surry County. She previously served as a Media Coordinator at Surry Central High School and taught 7th Grade ELA and Social Studies in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. We are excited to have her experience, knowledge, and passion for students here at NSHS!
Ashley has been married to her husband, Ty, for almost 24 years, and they have two children. Their son, Jay, 20, is a senior at UNC Wilmington, and their daughter, Evey Sam, 17, is a senior at Surry Early College. Their family also includes two beloved fur babies, Trout and Betty! 🐾🐾
When she isn't busy at school, Ashley loves to travel, play mahjong with her friends, and support her son when his band is playing locally. 🎶✈️🀄
Ashley shared, “I’m excited to join the North Stokes family because I’m looking forward to meeting new people, making connections, and being part of a community where everyone supports each other.”
We are thrilled to have you join us, Ashley! Welcome to North Stokes High School! 💚💚
Once a Viking, Always a Viking! 🏴☠️💚
#NSHS #StaffSpotlight #WelcomeToNorthStokes #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking
Our students recently took on a hands-on project that put their design, math, problem-solving, and construction skills to work!
Students started by identifying a need and then:
📏 Took measurements of an actual hammer
✏️ Created their own design
📋 Developed a material list
📐 Designed a cut list
🧮 Applied construction math
🪚 Used a square, compound miter saw, band saw, and belt sander
🔧 Used a pneumatic nailer to assemble their finished product
This project truly encompassed every facet of the process—from recognizing a need, developing a design, calculating materials and measurements, to producing a functional product.
We are proud of the creativity, teamwork, and hands-on skills our students demonstrated! 💚
This is learning by doing! 👏🔨
#NorthStokesHighSchool #NSHS #VikingPride #CTE #HandsOnLearning #Construction #LearningByDoing #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking 💚

Want to show your NSHS Viking pride and support our Powder Puff girls? Now is your chance! 💪🏽🎀🏈
👕 POWDER PUFF SHIRTS ARE PRE-ORDER ONLY!
Get yours ordered now (School Cash Online) so you’ll be ready to cheer from the sidelines!
https://stokescountyschools.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/10205/241/False/True
Come out and support our North Stokes girls as they take the field! 🏈💚
🔥 Will the SENIORS take the win this year?
🆚
🔥 Or will the NEW FRESHMEN shock everyone and take it?!
There’s only one way to find out… COME TO THE GAME! 🎀🏈
Game: September 28 @ 6:00 pm
💚 Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
#PowderPuff2026 #NSHSVikings #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

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Ladies, are you ready to hit the field and show us what you’ve got? 💪🏽🏈
Girls who are interested in playing in the North Stokes PowderPuff Football Game need to sign up using the form below!
📝 SIGN UP TO PLAY: Sign-ups will close on September 21, 2026
PowderPuff Player Sign-Up Form
https://forms.gle/nZksVmfSvWkWs6WG8
Get your friends together, represent your class, and get ready for some Viking football fun! 💚🏈
If you have questions, please see Mrs. Hunter.
Let’s play, Vikings! 💚
#NSHS #PowderPuff #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking

Our Foods 1 students are getting hands-on during their Nutrition Unit! Students recently used a BMI/body composition machine to learn more about the different components that make up the human body.
The activity provided students with information about weight, body fat, muscle mass, bone mass, body hydration, daily calorie needs, metabolic age, and visceral fat. 📊
This hands-on experience helped students connect classroom nutrition concepts to real-world information while learning that health is about much more than a number on a scale. Students were able to explore how nutrition, activity, and overall wellness can impact the body.
We love seeing our students learning through meaningful, real-world experiences! 💚
#NorthStokesHighSchool #Foods1 #NutritionUnit #HandsOnLearning #VikingPride #OnceAVikingAlwaysAViking 💚


