Rand Road Elementary first opened in 1990. We are a single track 4 school with about 400 students. Rand Road serves Pre-K - 5th grade students.

 Each year we have the Rand Road Run which is now in it's 30th year. 

Our staff and students have a great respect and openness for nature. This is evident when you visit our campus and see our outdoor learning spaces including a butterfly garden, natural area with nature trail, vegetable gardens and composting bins. We have been awarded azaleas through WRAL and continue to beautify our campus with community volunteers and twice annual beautification events. 

Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,

I am delighted to welcome you to our school's website, and I am honored to serve as the principal of this wonderful school. At Rand Road Elementary, we strive to provide a nurturing and empowering environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Education is a transformative journey, and it is our mission to ensure that each student's journey is filled with enriching experiences and opportunities for growth. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive school culture that values diversity, celebrates individuality, and promotes mutual respect among students, teachers, and staff.

As the principal, I am committed to leading our school towards excellence. I believe in the power of collaboration and open communication, and I encourage active participation from parents and the wider community. Together, we can create a strong partnership that supports our students' success.

Our dedicated team of educators is passionate about providing high-quality instruction that is tailored to meet the needs of every student. We embrace innovative teaching strategies and leverage the latest educational technologies to engage students and foster a love for learning. We are committed to equipping our students with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to navigate an ever-changing world.

Beyond academic excellence, we also place great emphasis on character development, empathy, and social responsibility. We want our students to become compassionate individuals who make a positive impact on their communities and contribute to a better society.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, extracurricular activities, and the various resources available to support our students' learning journey. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or inquiries you may have.

I am truly excited about the opportunities that lie ahead, and I look forward to working together with students, parents, and staff to create a vibrant and inclusive learning community. Let us embark on this educational adventure together, and together, we will inspire and empower our students to reach their fullest potential.

Warm regards,

Tammy Carey

Principal, Rand Road Elementary

Our mission at Rand Road Elementary School is to build a learning community to ensure academic, social and character development for all to become responsible and productive citizens in a global society.

As a model school, Rand Road Elementary provides quality instruction to increase achievement for all children, preparing them to compete as responsible and productive citizens in the 21st century. As a learning community, we meet the needs of all children by providing challenging curriculum- based opportunities through the use of multiple instructional strategies. Equipped with highly effective staff, each classroom is an accepting, learning-centered environment, where student achievement is measured in a variety of developmentally appropriate ways. All members of the community build positive, working relationships to support student success in a global society.

Rand Road Elementary school community is committed to the following:

• Creating a supportive and respectful learning and working environment;
• Providing opportunities for professional growth;
• Using multiple instructional strategies and rigor to meet the needs of all students;
• Using research-based best practices to facilitate instruction;
• Addressing the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs of all students;
• Collaborating among stakeholders to support students and colleagues;
• Having high expectations for all students and staff;
• Collecting and utilizing data to drive instruction; and
• Engaging students in 21st Century skills.