Referrals for gifted education services are now being accepted August 28 through September 15. If you would like to refer a student for an evaluation, please contact your student's homeroom teacher. Any referrals received after September 15 will be held until the Spring 2024 evaluation window. Should you have any questions, please contact Ms. Susan O'Dell at
sodell@wcs.k12.va.us.
11 months ago, BJ Lasley
All parents of school-aged children and youth with disabilities who receive special education services in Virginia are requested to complete the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) annual Parent Involvement Survey.
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
WCPS is pleased to share that we are offering a new resource to support mental health and wellness. This is a free resource to help provide support for all staff, parents/guardians, students, and families in our district. For complete details, click here:
https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1207845 11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Thanks to Cody Weddle (PHHS grad) for joining Ms. Fore's VHCC Spanish class today from Miami to discuss the impact language learning had on his journey. A special thanks to Dr. Lisa Coons (State Superintendent of Instruction), Dr. Perrigan, and Ms. Lowe for joining.
11 months ago, BJ Lasley
A HUGE "Thank You!" To Walmart for giving the AHS Chorus a grant after the AHS Jazz Choir sang the national anthem at their "New Remodel Grand Opening" ceremony this morning!
11 months ago, BJ Lasley
AHS Spirit Week August 21-25
11 months ago, BJ Lasley
Highlands Ballet Company invites WCPS students to "Get a Jump on Fall" See flyer for more details and contact information
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Teen Consignment Sale coming up soon.
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Washington County Moose Lodge is Accepting clothing donations through August 17th. Dates for Free Shopping will be Aug. 19, 2-6 pm and Aug. 20, 2-6 pm.
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
On behalf of High Point Elementary School I would like to thank the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Virginia State Police for their assistance with the situation that led to High Point going on a soft lockdown for most of the school day today. They provided guidance and extra personnel to ensure our students and staff were safe. We greatly appreciate their expertise, professionalism, and collaboration.
I would also like to thank the Administration at High Point Elementary for making decisions that erred on the side of student/staff safety and for communicating the status of the situation multiple times throughout the day to our parents. We will brief the situation with administration and law enforcement tomorrow to ensure that we continue best practices and improve in the areas that need adjustments.
One of the early take aways is that we can communicate more efficiently by encouraging parents and stakeholders sign up for the Washington County App. Please visit this site (
https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1203297) for more information about this app and a link to download it.
Again, thanks to everyone who helped keep our kids and staff safe, nothing we do is more important. If you have suggestions on how we can make our schools safer, please don't hesitate to share your ideas with us.
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Two Abingdon High School students have been elected to the VA State TSA Executive Council for the current 2023 - 2024 school year:
E. Morrell was elected as the VA State Parliamentarian
E. Johnson was elected SW Region President
Additionally, the TSA National Conference was held in Louisville, KY over the summer. AHS's Chapter Team, who finished 2nd at the state level, were top 10 finalists at the national level. The members of that team are: W. Collins, S. Herndon, E. Johnson, E. Morrell, N. Musick, and B. Puckett
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Tomorrow is the big day! Everyone stay safe, be cautious, and always put student safety first! #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Due to forecasts of strong thunderstorms with high winds, afternoon activities/practices for Washington County Public School students will be canceled this evening.
Unless, the forecast significantly changes, we will continue to hold registration events at schools as scheduled. However, if parents are unable to attend the registration events tonight, they can contact individual schools tomorrow to make other arrangements. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and make adjustments if necessary.
11 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Reminder: Open House will take place on Monday, August 7th from 2:00-6:00. Freshman Orientation will begin in the auditorium starting at 6:00. Be sure to check out the renovated main office (and the temporary home to the attendance office until construction is finished).
12 months ago, BJ Lasley
As we start a new school year, Dr. Perrigan wants to provide opportunities for parents to engage with him to ask questions and share ideas. He will be available at the School Board Office on August 7th, at Holston High School on August 8th, at Patrick Henry High School on August 10th and at John Battle High School on August 15th. All Meet & Greets will be from 5:00-5:45 pm. Drop in as your schedule allows.
12 months ago, WCPS Central Office
Dr. Perrigan is hosting a "Meet the Superintendent" event on Monday, August 7th at 5:15 pm at the School Board Office. Community members are invited to come share ideas and ask questions. A School Board meeting will follow at 6:00 pm.
12 months ago, BJ Lasley
What an amazing way to start the 23-24 year! To top it off, School Board and Board of Supervisors announced that both bodies would be considering and voting next week on a proposal to increase contracted WCPS employee salaries by an average of 3%! We are so thankful to Board Members for their support of our schools. @washcoSuper #washcoconvo23 #TheWashingtonWay
12 months ago, WCPS Central Office