YES Surry Advocates is a dedicated group committed to empowering and supporting the youth of Surry County. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we strive to create opportunities for young people to thrive, make their voices heard, and actively participate in shaping their future. Our goal is to foster a supportive environment where youth can build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed, while also contributing to the growth and well-being of our community.

a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp

Advocates

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John Darcy

East Surry High School

Elkin High School

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darcyj@elkin.k12.nc.us

Deanna Carpenter

Nancy Cockerham

Elkin High School

Millennium Charter Academy

carpenterd@elkin.k12.nc.us

nancycockerham @mcacademy.com

Krystal Tyndall

Jonathan Sutphin

Mount Airy High School

North Surry High School

ktyndall@mtairy.k12.nc.us

sutphinjo@surry.k12.nc.us

Audra Johnson

Amanda Draughn

Surry Central High School

Surry Early College

johnsonau@surry.k12.nc.us

draughnam@surry.k12.nc.us

Coming Soon

John Darcy

Danna Carpenter

Nancy Cockerham

Millennium Charter Academy

Elkin High School

Elkin High School

East Surry High School

Coming Soon

darceyj@elkin.k12.nc.us

carpenterd@elkin.k12.nc.us

nancycockerham@mcacademy.com

Krystal Tyndall

Jonathan Sutphin

Audra Johnson

Nancy Cockerham

Surry Early College

Surry Central High School

North Surry High School

Mount Airy High School

ktyndall@mtairy.k12.nc.us

sutphinjo@surry.k12.nc.us

johnsonau@surry.k12.nc.us

draughnm@surry.k12.nc.us