Washington County Public Schools

Be sure to check out all the amazing summer reading opportunities that the Washington County Public Library has to off for our students. https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/o/wcps/article/1589976

Today we honor those in our buildings who take care of SO MANY things. Where would we be without the SUPERHERO Nurses that are in our schools who care for our students on so many levels? Thank you to the amazing WCPS School Nursing Staff! #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper

Families, We often take for granted the time that teachers spend with our children. However, it is in those moments that lifelong lessons are learned that leave a legacy. Please reach out to your child’s teachers to thank them for the legacy they are helping you build through empowering our most valuable resource; our children. Thank you, Dr. Perrigan

Tonight, the Washington County School Board recognized both students and staff for their excellence. From Fine Arts, to Global Bi-Liiteracy Excellence, to the first ever Washington Way Award recognizing outstanding support staff. #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper #WCPSBest

Today Abingdon High School had their official ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly renovated entrance to the building. This new entrance adds a layer of security to the building - added bonus: It looks great!

Tomorrow is School Lunch Hero Day! Take this opportunity to show them how much you appreciate their dedication to our students each day!

Washington County Public Schools will be hosting a review and opportunity for public comment on a new English Language Arts textbook adoption for grades K-5 until May 17, 2024. Reviewers may visit Washington County Central Services located at 812 Thompson Drive, Abingdon, VA 24210 during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Get your summer on with this great T-shirt! Damascus Middle School is hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, May 30 from 10:00-2:00. Donate, and receive a free T-shirt and snack. Contact Melissa Childress to schedule an appointment.

Where would WCPS be without the amazing professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes each day? They are the faces of our schools, the voices on the phones, and the supporters of our entire staff. We appreciate all that our administrative professionals do to keep our schools running! #WashingtonWay. @WashCoSuper

Be sure to check out this important information about Abingdon Youth Football!

There aren't enough words to express our gratitude to the Transportation Department and each of the school bus drivers who make it their mission to safely transport the students of WCPS! Thank you for your dedicated service! #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper

Congrats to Maggie G. at AHS! She was rewarded with a gift for creating the best two-week lunch menu. Ms. Dotson's Digital Applications class used database applications for this project. The School Nutrition Dept. will continue collaborating with students to update menus.

A few minutes ago staff at Abingdon High School were made aware that a student had verbalized that another student was in possession of gun. Staff implemented our lockdown protocols and immediately began to investigate. Thankfully through the investigation we able to determine that the statement was not true. We appreciate the fast response by the Abingdon Police Department and the collaboration with the Washington County Sheriff's Department. We will follow our policy and handbook to ensure that the situation is addressed appropriately. Please join us in reminding our students and children that school safety is a very serious matter. We appreciate your support and understanding. Please let us know if you have additional questions or concerns.

Washington County Schools cannot be more thankful for and proud of the actions of GSMS Custodian Dustin Forrester. See details here: https://wcyb.com/news/local/school-custodians-quick-thinking-helps-choking-student-at-glade-spring-middle-school-washington-county-virginia-public-schools-dustin-forrester-daytime-custodian-scott-keith-principal-dawn-robinson-school-nurse-heimlich-maneuver?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHQCeVUSFTjbLsTt3zXEMl5jjdgLvGLBYao-wiKRWIx_Gn7jAuNJ0W7DYXA_aem_ASm9nJKRFCgOYGFeOejc6YDvEELUo56sBUEJamOG1Z6KBqIHGQrCFi7H1i4bLu9f4XQ#

Heating/Cooling Update: During this transition time in Spring, it is always difficult to determine when to "switch over" the heat to air conditioning. Once the switch is made, it is very difficult and time consuming to switch back. Therefore, we try to determine the most effective time to make that switch. After consultation with school administrators and staff it was decided to begin the process. All the schools with boilers have the heat turned off and the process of switching over has begun. The schools with cooling towers will be able to have air as soon as the process of cleaning the towers is complete. This process is anticipated to be completed by early next week. Thank you for your understanding, WCPS Schools

Each Year, Washington County Public Schools partner with the Region Seven Virtual Academy (R7VA) to offer a rigorous, online learning experience for students who choose an alternative to the "brick and mortar" school setting. You can apply for acceptance into the program by clicking the link below. The deadline for applying for the 2024-25 School Year is July 12, 2024. Applications close at that point and acceptance notifications will go out by email on or before July 26th. If you are considering applying, please do so by July 12. If accepted, you can always remove your name from the acceptance list after July 12, but you cannot apply for acceptance after that time. https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1520082

CampUS Connections is a weeklong, residential summer camp for rising juniors and seniors inclined toward academic adventure, providing a unique mix of activities while navigating a college campus.

Sign ups are ending soon. If you plant to register, please do so as soon as possible.

Washington County Schools is proud to be involved in the Washington County Day of Service happening on Saturday, April 20th. This is an opportunity for all of us to be involved in giving back to organizations in our county that provide valuable services to those in need.

Be sure to take advantage of this wonderful event!