Rodgers Elementary

First graders worked hard to engineer a way for their turkeys to escape Thanksgiving ... down a zip line! After reading Turkey’s Escape Plan and discussing turkey character traits, students were challenged to design a device that would help their turkey travel as fast as possible. With lots of teamwork, creativity, and laughter, these young engineers made their turkeys soar!

Everyday at Rodgers, we “PAWS for Applause” to recognize students who go above and beyond in showing positive behavior that reflects our CUBS Matrix and monthly character trait!

Here are our most recent 7 honorees and the wonderful reasons they were nominated:

Blade D. - He threw away someone's trash in the cafeteria without being asked.
Kaden D. - Kaden found a student's book fair money on the ground by their backpack. He turned it in instead of keeping it.
Daisy S. - Giving an amazing pep talk to another student trying to help them be responsible and consider others. Bell
Bella H. - Bella was walking to class and she stopped and picked up trash from the water fountain.
Noah B. - Noah turned in a pouch full of money that another student left on the bus.
Aria F. - Aria helped a friend feel better in STEAM class.
Frankie L. - Frankie always holds the door for our class and others without being asked.

Kindergartners had a blast with Ms. Sauls after reading The Creepy Carrots! ! Using popsicle sticks and clothespins, they took on a STEAM challenge, designing and building fences to keep those tricky carrots from escaping, just like in the story! We loved seeing all their creative and clever ideas come to life!

Awards Day at Rodgers Elementary was full of smiles, pride, and celebration! We’re so proud of all our students for their hard work, growth, and accomplishments this quarter. Here are just a few highlights from our special day - what an incredible group of Cubs!

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In October, Mrs. Byrum, our School Counselor, visited all classrooms to deliver lessons in honor of National Bullying Prevention Month. Students learned how to be Upstanders—people who stand up for others and help keep Rodgers Elementary safe and kind. With help from two 5th-grade student assistants, Mrs. Byrum shared the book The Juice Box Bully by Bob Sornson and Maria Dismondy. Check out these photos from the classroom counseling lessons! #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #BeAnUpstander

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, Rodgers Elementary students participated in Team Spirit Day as part of Red Ribbon Week. The theme, “Team Up Against Drugs,” encouraged students to show their support for living healthy, drug-free lives by wearing their favorite team apparel. Check out these photos from our Team Spirit Day!
On Friday, October 31, 2025, Rodgers Elementary wrapped up Red Ribbon Week with Career Day! The theme, “My Future is Bright, Drug-Free,” encouraged students to dress as their future career or dream job. It was inspiring to see so many bright futures on display! #RedRibbonWeek #MyFutureIsBright #FutureLeaders

Our 1st Nine-Weeks PBIS event was a Trunk or Treat celebration! Students who earned this special reward had a fantastic time visiting creative trunks from our amazing staff and central office team, collecting candy, playing on the playground, and enjoying popsicles! It was the perfect way to wrap up a fun and festive Halloween Friday at Rodgers Elementary!

Students at Rodgers dressed up as what they want to be when they grow up! From doctors and firefighters to teachers and athletes, our Cubs had so much fun dreaming big and showing off their awesome costumes on Friday! These are just a few of the many amazing future leaders who walked our halls!

Students who attended the Fall in Love with Martin event last week earned a ticket to our Fun Halloween Lunch! With dim lights, spooky music, dancing, and plenty of smiles, students had a blast celebrating together. What a fun way to reward their participation and Martin County Schools spirit!

Congratulations to our CUBS of the Month for October! These awesome students were chosen by their teachers for demonstrating Resect! Each student received a special yard sign to proudly display at home. We’re so proud of these 11 responsible Cubs and the example they set for others!

Kindergarten: Savannah W and Anna Grace W
First: Amelia B and Grayson R
Second: Gabby W and Kenzi W
Third: Andi J and Blake S
Fourth: Alyssa R and Evelyn H
Fifth: Hayden R

Today 5th grade had 2 field experiences in 1 big trip! First stop was Jeanette’s Pier where students used special containers to gather water specimens off the pier. They then looked at each one under the microscope to find all the living unicellular species that live in our ocean. Next they learned about all the ways animals communicate under water and students got to use a hydrophone that they placed in the ocean off the pier and could listen to the animals! The main thing they heard was the clicking of the snapping shrimp! After lunch students travelled to the aquarium in Manteo where they took part in a fish dissection. They were the best little scientists and have learned so much!

On Wednesday, 10/29/25, our students saddled up to celebrate Red Ribbon Week! Everyone showed their school spirit by dressing in their best western gear to say “Saddle Up Against Drugs!” Check out these amazing photos of our cowboys and cowgirls taking a stand for a drug-free future! #RedRibbonWeek #SaddleUpAgainstDrugs

Check out these photos from Wisdom Wednesday, our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Character Education program! This week, Mrs. Uzzell’s second graders explored what respect looks like in the classroom. The students then worked together to create a colorful poster showing how respect shines in their classroom!

Our Rodgers Elementary 5th graders are so excited for their trip today to Jennette’s Pier and the North Carolina Aquarium! We hope they have a wonderful time exploring, learning, and making memories together. We’re so proud of this amazing group of students representing Rodgers today!

Kindergarten brought their pumpkins to life today using augmented reality! Our little learners had so much fun watching their creations dance and move ! Technology meets imagination at Rodgers Elementary!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing PTA for providing supper and a delicious apple bar for our teachers today! It was such a thoughtful treat, especially on a night when teachers stayed late! Your kindness and support mean so much to our staff! We also appreciate you for recognizing Mrs. Manning during Principal’s Month - you made the evening extra special!

Friday, 10/24/25 was Camo Day at Rodgers Elementary for Red Ribbon Week! Our Cubs were ‘hiding from drugs’ and standing strong for a healthy, drug-free life! We’re proud of our students and staff for showing their spirit and commitment to making safe, smart choices! #RedRibbonWeek #CamoDay #DrugFree

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