Rutherford County Schools Education Foundation

11/27/2025

We are overwhelmed with gratitude.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, 27 Pinnacle families were able to enjoy a full Thanksgiving meal this year.

A heartfelt thank you to:
🦃 Food Lion – Rutherfordton for donating the pantry food boxes that accompanied the meal boxes and the bread used to make the stuffing.
🌮Mi Pueblito – Rutherfordton for providing the disposable containers that made packing and organizing meals possible.
👩‍🍳 Chartwells for their generous donation of all the food that was lovingly prepared for our families.
💛 RCS Education Foundation for donating funds to purchase desserts and the extra items needed to complete each Thanksgiving dinner.
🍰 Tammy Ellenburg for preparing several delicious desserts that added an extra touch of sweetness to our meals.

And a huge thank you to the PES staff who came out to prep, pack, organize pick-up, and even deliver meals. Your hearts, your hands, and your willingness to serve make Pinnacle such a special place.

Because of each of you, families across our community were able to gather around a table of gratitude. We are so incredibly thankful. 💛💚

11/12/2025

🎄✨ Save the Date!
Join us for the 2025 RCS Education Foundation Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 15th from 9 AM–4 PM at Chase Middle School!

🎁 Shop local, find unique gifts, and support our schools — it’s FREE to the public!

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05/06/2025

📊 Transparency Tuesday – RCS Education Matters

Did you know the percentage of RCS students receiving special education services has steadily grown over the years?

✅ We're committed to meeting ALL student needs and being transparent about how we serve all learners.

05/06/2025

📢 Myth Busting Monday – RCS Education Matters

There’s no hidden money. The “Other Revenue” fund is a small, state-regulated portion of the RCS budget — about 8% — and includes things like grants, pre-K funds, tuition, and reimbursements.

It’s fully accounted for, audited every year, and used exactly as state law requires.

✅ Transparency matters. So does the truth.

05/06/2025

🍎Teacher Appreciation Week | RCS Education Matters🍎

This week—and every week—we celebrate the incredible educators who shape our schools, our students, and our future.

At RCS, we believe Education Matters—and that starts with the teachers who show up every day with passion, patience, and purpose. Whether it's the encouragement they give in a tough moment, the creativity they bring to every lesson, or the life lessons they teach beyond the classroom, teachers matter more than words can express.

Join us in thanking a teacher who’s made a difference in your life or your child’s. Let’s show our gratitude loud and proud!

05/06/2025

Join us for the 15th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K run/walk - Saturday May 3, 2025 at the [1]McNair Field in [2]Forest City, NC. Not able to join the fun on race day? Sign up for the DIY (Virtual) 5K. You may choose to run/walk any course at your con...

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