Local news anchor Rebecca Peppin speaks to families on Family Night.
On Tuesday April 9th, Meadowview Elementary School held their annual Spring Fling Title I Family Night. The night was a huge success with over 125 students and family members attending. The spring fling was kicked off by special guest Bradley Dolinger, who performed an amazing magic show. Bradley is a sophomore at Patrick Henry High School and often does magic shows for church groups, cub scouts and various other gatherings. After the magic show, students then made a “bunny sock” to celebrate Spring’s arrival and to go along with our read-aloud story "The Very Big Bunny." When students were finished with their craft, they were treated by another special guest, WCYB’s Rebecca Peppin. Ms. Peppin read aloud the children's book "The Very Big Bunny," which taught a lesson about treating others with kindness. Finally, everyone enjoyed supper from Subway. The night was a huge success! Thanks goes especially to all of our special guests for making our Family Night the best ever!
Luke N. reads to his special new friend, Max.
On Monday, April 8, Watauga Elementary first grade students enjoyed a visit from an animal therapy association called “The Tail Waggin’ Tutors.” First graders had the opportunity to meet and interact with five of the dogs from the association. The dogs have been trained to listen to children read, and students were thrilled to share a book with their special new friends. The goal of the visit was to encourage students in their reading, and motivate them to read throughout the school year and over the summer. The association gave each first grader a new book and a bookmark featuring pictures of the dogs to take home. First grade teachers and students would like to thank “The Tail Waggin’ Tutors” for a wonderful experience!
The 2013-2014 School Calendar Cover
Congratulations to Josey Mann, the 2013-2014 School Calendar/Handbook Cover Art Contest Winner!!
Josey is an 11th grade student at John S. Battle High School and a repeat winner in the Calendar Cover Art Contest, also winning in 2012. Her beautiful and creative artwork was chosen to be the cover for the 2013-2014 School Calendar/Handbook among over 300 entries. Washington County distributes over 11,000 copies of the school calendar/handbook annually throughout the county.
The Runner-Ups for each grade level are:
- Madeline Moore, Grade 5, Rhea Valley Elementary
- David Bowman, Grade 8, E. B. Stanley Middle School
- Marie Bailey, Grade 10, John S. Battle High School
In addition, there are 38 honorable mentions that have been chosen to be showcased in the 2013-2014 School Calendar/Handbook. Please look for their artwork in the upcoming Washington County Virginia Public Schools Calendar & Handbook.
Congratulations to all!
Glade Spring Middle School Students of Character stand in a hallway.
E. B. Stanley Middle School students whose parents work in law enforcement pose for a picture during Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
The Student Council Association from E. B. Stanley Middle School sponsored a luncheon to acknowledge and honor local law enforcement agencies in recognition of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Approximately thirty officers attended this year’s luncheon. Officers in attendance included state, county, and town officers along with a few officials from special units. Principal Kathy Laster welcomed everyone to the event. The E. B. Stanley Middle School Show Band gave an entertaining musical performance for our guests while Uncle Ottie’s BBQ & Catering provided a delicious lunch. E. B. Stanley Middle School students whose parents work in law enforcement helped serve lunch. SCA sponsor Mary Parks coordinated the event.