In this episode of Beyond the Bell, we welcome our very first Surry County Schools alumni guest—musician and singer-songwriter Fisher Freeman. A Surry Central High School graduate, Fisher grew up with music in his blood and began performing publicly by age 12. Today, he’s written and released original songs on major streaming platforms, performed at countless community events, and even had a track featured on iHeart Radio in Chicago.

Fisher shares how his experiences in Surry County Schools helped shape his journey, the teachers and staff who supported him, and why staying connected to his hometown community matters. Join us as we dive into his musical beginnings, creative process, and the pride he carries as both an artist and an SCS alum.

You can find Fisher's music by searching "Fisher Freeman Music" anywhere you listen to music!

In this episode of Beyond the Bell, we sit down with Matt Scott, Principal of Central Middle School and proud product of Surry County Schools. Matt shares his journey from growing up in Surry County to becoming a teacher, coach, assistant principal, and now school leader.
We talk about his college baseball years, his experience in the PPEERS program, and the path that led him from Meadowview Magnet Middle to Mountain Park Elementary and ultimately to Central Middle. Matt also reflects on family, community, and the values that guide his work each day.
Join us for an uplifting conversation with a principal who brings energy, heart, and a commitment to serving the students of Central Middle School.

In this episode of Beyond the Bell, we’re joined by Danielle Robertson, school nurse for Westfield Elementary and East Surry High School. With over 25 years of nursing experience (16 of those in school health), Danielle shares how her lifelong passion for caring for others has shaped her career and her impact on students and families.

From earning her BSN and National Certification in School Nursing to becoming a trusted source of comfort and guidance for her school communities, Danielle brings compassion, expertise, and heart to everything she does. Tune in as she talks about what inspires her, the importance of school health, and the meaningful connections that make her work so rewarding.