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We look forward to seeing all of our new and returning WILDCATS on Monday, Aug. 7th from 2:00-7:00pm!
It's going to be the BEST school year ever!
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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.
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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
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What an amazing way to start the 23-24 year! Example, example, example! 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
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Excited to see the energy for #washcoconvo! Welcome back Washington County Schools! And what a treat to have the AHS Jazz Choir open us up with The National Anthem!
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Excited to see the energy for #washcoconvo! Welcome back Washington County Schools! And what a treat to have the AHS Jazz Choir open us up with The National Anthem!
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Please see the following link for important information from our School Nutrition Department - https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1188151
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As the new Superintendent, I couldn’t be more pleased to inherit, and expand great relationships with local law enforcement! Thanks to WC Sheriff’s Office, VA State Police, & the Town Police Departments of Abingdon, Glade Spring, & Damascus for keeping our students & staff safe!
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As the new Superintendent, I couldn’t be more pleased to inherit, and expand great relationships with local law enforcement! Thanks to WC Sheriff’s Office, VA State Police, & the Town Police Departments of Abingdon, Glade Spring, & Damascus for keeping our students & staff safe!
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WES School Supply List 2023-2024
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Okay Washington County Teachers, it's almost time to get your PD on! Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!!! #WCPSBest
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Don't forget, the deadline for applying for the Region 7 Virtual Academy is fast approaching. If you are considering applying, it must be completed by July 1. Emails about acceptance will go out before July 15th. You can apply at this link: https://forms.gle/eChbsiE8MV2NDhzRA
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WCPS is excited to announce the creation of a new Mobile STEM Learning Lab!
For more information, read about it it here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1150710
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Great News! WCPS is proud to introduce TECHTREK our Mobile Stem Learning Lab! More information about this exciting information can be found here: https://thrillshare.com/s/news-wcps-washingtoncountypsva/articles/coming-soon-to-a-wcps-school-near-you-mobile-stem-lab
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Great News! WCPS is proud to introduce TECHTREK our Mobile Stem Learning Lab! More information about this exciting information can be found here:https://thrillshare.com/s/news-wcps-washingtoncountypsva/articles/coming-soon-to-a-wcps-school-near-you-mobile-stem-lab
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Washington County Schools will accept applications for the Virtual Academy (R7VA) through July 1. For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1134118
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We're thrilled to announce the new app for Washington County Schools! It's everything Washington County Schools, in your pocket.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/43gyjYI
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3nU5yRm
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The Washington County School Board will host a farewell drop-in reception to honor Dr. Brian Ratliff, Division Superintendent, who is retiring on June 30, 2023. The reception will be held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, from 4-6 p.m. in the Grand Hall at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center, 1 Partnership Circle, Abingdon, Virginia. At 5:15 p.m. we will recognize Dr. Brian Ratliff, our retiring Superintendent. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, June 6th.
- The Members of Washington County School Board
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Due to the weather forecast for Tuesday, FIELD DAY has been moved to WEDNESDAY, May 17th.