Teacher Teamwork
Our 2nd and 3rd grade teachers team up to make learning fun!
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News Highlights
![Green and blue logo: Strategic Plan 2027. We are Listening]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1618345129/rssk12ncus/eesefe024olwpbwnrt5f/StrategicPlanLogosquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1618345129/rssk12ncus/eesefe024olwpbwnrt5f/StrategicPlanLogosquare.png","width":500}])
Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington launched the planning process for Strategic Plan 2027 at the April 12 Board of Education Meeting, and he wants your input.
![Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1547644182/rssk12ncus/finkftpfz0ezbea0mjnj/HappyLearningStudents.jpg","width":2048}])
Click the link to learn about Kindergarten Enrollment for the 2021-22 school year!
Based on guidance from the CDC, we have added several additional symptoms to our At-Home COVID Symptoms Screening process and have modified some safety protocols.
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We value your feedback as we plan for our students' future.
Meet Our Community
![Jennifer Warden, Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1541695815/rssk12ncus/venwkgtqc01y9kl19ftk/IDNUMBER_Warden_Jennifer.jpg","width":140}])
Jennifer Warden, Principal
Mrs. Warden has served as a principal in the Rowan-Salisbury School district since 2014. She is an East Rowan High School graduate, earned an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from UNC-Charlotte, and a Master’s degree in School Administration from Gardner Webb University. Before becoming a principal, Mrs. Warden was an elementary school teacher at Rockwell Elementary and Millbridge Elementary Schools, teaching grades 2, 3 and 4. In 2013, Mrs. Warden was named the Assistant Principal at Mt. Ulla Elementary School, before being named the principal in 2014. In 2016, Mrs. Warden was named principal of Rockwell Elementary. It is an extraordinary honor for her to return to her Rockwell “home” where she began her career in education. Mrs. Warden resides in the Rockwell community with her husband and children.
Heather Alexander, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Alexander has been an educator in the Rowan-Salisbury School District since 2013. Prior to 2013, she taught in Wayne County, NC for ten years. She is an East Rowan High School graduate, and has earned an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University, a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from The University of Phoenix, and a Master’s degree in School Administration from UNC-Charlotte. Prior to becoming an assistant principal, Mrs. Alexander served as a Literacy Design Coach at Rockwell Elementary. In 2020, Mrs. Alexander was named assistant principal of Rockwell Elementary. Mrs. Alexander lives in the Rockwell community with her husband, two sons, and dog.
Traci Jordan, 2019 Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Traci Jordan for being chosen as the 2019 RES Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Jordan is currently in her 15th year as a 2nd grade teacher. Her goal each year is to make her classroom engaging and exciting to help her students achieve the highest success!
Christy Goodman, 2019 Teacher Assistant of the Year
Congratulations to Mrs. Christy Goodman for being selected as the 2019 Teacher Assistant of the Year!