Rent the rock

How can I “Rent the Rock?”

You can RENT THE ROCK by using the sign-up link below.

How much does it cost to rent the rock and how do I pay?

It is $20 to Rent the Rock. 100% of your donation goes to 5th Grade Committee to fund 5th Grade Events for the 2026-2027 year. You will be required to submit payment at the time of your reservation. A small service fee will be added to your purchase at checkout.

What supplies do I need?

You will typically need two to three cans of spray paint for the base coat, additional paint for your design, and one can of clear coat to seal in your design. For more intricate designs- craft paint, foam brushes and even stencils work great. PTO DOES NOT SUPPLY THE PAINT OR SUPPLIES NEEDED.

What can I reserve the rock for?

You can reserve the rocks for anything!! A student’s birthday, to thank a teacher or staff member, congratulatory events, good luck in competitions and tournaments, recognizing milestones...the rock is a fun way to spread any kind of positive message. Please note that profanity and political messages are not permitted.

What if I reserve the rock and the weather is bad?

You can reach out and receive a full refund OR you can reschedule for another date. The rock can be towel dried and the paint will adhere even in the rain and or snow if you want to brave the elements. Rain or shine, be sure to seal your design with a clear coat once you have finished painting.

Will Kelly Mill Elementary (or the PTO) paint the rock for me?

NO - KME is not responsible for painting the rock. You may hire someone to paint it for you, however painting the rock is part of the fun!

What if the rock is already reserved on the date I want?

Rock reservations are on a first come, first served basis, so make your reservations NOW!! If the date you want is already reserved, choose the next available date, either before or after.

What if I’m painting the rock and someone shows up thinking they reserved it? If this happens, please check the sign up link below.

***If you still have questions, please contact the KME PTO at renttherock@kmepto.org

Guidelines & FAQs

*By reserving a date, you agree to adhere to the below-mentioned guidelines.

We ask for your assistance in following these guidelines:

● Reservations MUST be made to Rent the Rock. Click on the Rent the Rock Sign-Up Genius to see available dates.

● Rent the Rock costs $20. You will now be required to submit payment at the time of your reservation using Sign Up Genius.

·       A small service fee will be added to your purchase at checkout.

·       All payments and reservations are non-refundable for any reason (except for inclement weather).

● KME will not paint the rock for you. You must paint the rock yourself or you may hire someone to paint it for you.

● Paint and painting supplies are not provided by the school.

● Only one person per day may Rent the Rock.

● Reservations must be made by a parent or teacher on behalf of a student or student group. Students may not make their own reservations.

● Calls cannot be made to the front office for reservation purposes. All reservations MUST be made online.

● Once reserved, you will Rent the Rock for 24 hours beginning at 4:00PM the day before until 4:00PM the day of your reservation. (For example, if you Rent the Rock for September 15th, you’ll have the stone beginning at 4:00PM on September 14th through 4:00PM on September 15th. If your reservation falls on a Monday, you may start painting on Sunday at 12:00PM.)

● The area around the stone must be left neat and tidy and paint-free.

·       ONLY the rock may be painted.

·       DO NOT paint the grass or any other material surrounding the rock. 

·       Please use a plastic tarp or other covering to protect the area surrounding the rock. 

·       The individual or group will be held financially responsible for cleaning and/or repair costs associated with violation of this policy. 

·       Anyone painting the rock must leave the area in clean condition. 

● Remove all paint materials and litter from the site and be sure the paint is disposed of properly.

● Reminders for reservations will not be sent by the school.

·       All rules as outlined in the Forsyth County Code of Student Conduct MUST be obeyed. No exceptions. (No bullying, profanity, political, obscenity, or derogatory language toward anyone or any group.)

Tips & Tricks

● If you reserved the stone but can’t remember the date you reserved log into the Rent the Rock Sign Up Genius here.

● The most popular paint to use is spray paint. You will probably need 2-3 cans for a good base coat (more if your base coat is white), and you may want to spray a clear protective coat over your design at the end to seal it in. Please note that latex paint and paint that is rolled on will take several hours to dry, as opposed to spray paint which dries in several minutes.