šš ļø When Craftsmanship Meets Community
Students in Mr. Greerās Carpentry class at the Washington County Career & Technical Education Center recently put their skills to work building a brand-new Little Free Library for the Glade Spring community.
This special project replaced a library originally installed by the Book Lovers Club of Glade Spring -- a local book club with a 90-year history of sharing a love of reading. Thanks to our talented students, that tradition will continue for generations to come!
We love seeing hands-on learning make a real impact beyond the classroom. Great work!
Students in Mr. Greerās Carpentry class at the Washington County Career & Technical Education Center recently put their skills to work building a brand-new Little Free Library for the Glade Spring community.
This special project replaced a library originally installed by the Book Lovers Club of Glade Spring -- a local book club with a 90-year history of sharing a love of reading. Thanks to our talented students, that tradition will continue for generations to come!
We love seeing hands-on learning make a real impact beyond the classroom. Great work!
šāØ Hands-On Learning in Action at Meadowview Elementary
Mrs. Mooreās 4th grade math classes at Meadowview Elementary School had hands-on fun building 2D and 3D shapes to practice and strengthen their geometry skills. From constructing to exploring, students deepened their understanding of shapes while engaging in active, meaningful learning.
When students get the opportunity to build, create, and explore, learning truly comes to life!
Mrs. Mooreās 4th grade math classes at Meadowview Elementary School had hands-on fun building 2D and 3D shapes to practice and strengthen their geometry skills. From constructing to exploring, students deepened their understanding of shapes while engaging in active, meaningful learning.
When students get the opportunity to build, create, and explore, learning truly comes to life!
š¢SCHEDULE UPDATE: An Important Update from the WCPS Transportation Department: Due to weather conditions, buses will NOT run in the Konnarock, Taylor's Valley, and Green Cove areas of Washington County on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
š¢SCHEDULE CHANGE: With the probability of snow, cold temperatures, and icy conditions increasing in the eastern third of Washington County, WCPS will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, January 15, 2026. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your childās elementary school.
š£For Your Information
Referrals for gifted education services are currently being accepted through January 30. Parents who wish to refer their child for evaluation should contact their childās homeroom teacher. For questions, please contact Ms. Susan OāDell at sodell@wcs.k12.va.us.
Spring 2026 Gifted Education Referral Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWwRsaIXaUJFKogEaaGSViANzzAAW9QaJwV5gxVr9yILCStQ/viewform
Referrals for gifted education services are currently being accepted through January 30. Parents who wish to refer their child for evaluation should contact their childās homeroom teacher. For questions, please contact Ms. Susan OāDell at sodell@wcs.k12.va.us.
Spring 2026 Gifted Education Referral Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWwRsaIXaUJFKogEaaGSViANzzAAW9QaJwV5gxVr9yILCStQ/viewform
š Superintendentās Cup 2026
What an exciting day of competition as our Scholastic Bowl teams from Abingdon High School, John S. Battle High School, Patrick Henry High School, and Holston High School came together to compete in the annual Superintendentās Cup!
Students were challenged across English, math, science, social studies, and miscellaneous knowledge, showing off their teamwork, quick thinking, and academic excellence. Our administrators and community leaders even joined in the fun with some friendly competition!
š Congratulations to Patrick Henry High School, winners of this yearās Superintendentās Cup!
ā Top Scorers / MVPs:
*Carter W. (Patrick Henry High School)
*Sage B. (Holston High School)
Thank you to all of our students, coaches, staff, and supporters for making this a fantastic day celebrating academics in Washington County Public Schools!
What an exciting day of competition as our Scholastic Bowl teams from Abingdon High School, John S. Battle High School, Patrick Henry High School, and Holston High School came together to compete in the annual Superintendentās Cup!
Students were challenged across English, math, science, social studies, and miscellaneous knowledge, showing off their teamwork, quick thinking, and academic excellence. Our administrators and community leaders even joined in the fun with some friendly competition!
š Congratulations to Patrick Henry High School, winners of this yearās Superintendentās Cup!
ā Top Scorers / MVPs:
*Carter W. (Patrick Henry High School)
*Sage B. (Holston High School)
Thank you to all of our students, coaches, staff, and supporters for making this a fantastic day celebrating academics in Washington County Public Schools!
šā Be a Bean Recognition ā Watauga Elementary School
We are proud to recognize Laura Nunley, Principal, SRO Officer Watson, and Mary Harris from Watauga Elementary School, who were recently recognized by the School Board for going above and beyond to support a student and family.
On a snowy morning in December, a Watauga student and her parent slid off the road along Hillman Highway and became stuck in a ditch. With a dead cell phone and limited options, help arrived in the form of familiar faces. Mrs. Nunley happened upon the scene, ensured the family made it home safely, coordinated with Officer Watson, and called on Mary Harris -- who used her jeep to help recover the vehicle and spare the family a costly tow.
Thank you for modeling kindness, compassion, and community!
We are proud to recognize Laura Nunley, Principal, SRO Officer Watson, and Mary Harris from Watauga Elementary School, who were recently recognized by the School Board for going above and beyond to support a student and family.
On a snowy morning in December, a Watauga student and her parent slid off the road along Hillman Highway and became stuck in a ditch. With a dead cell phone and limited options, help arrived in the form of familiar faces. Mrs. Nunley happened upon the scene, ensured the family made it home safely, coordinated with Officer Watson, and called on Mary Harris -- who used her jeep to help recover the vehicle and spare the family a costly tow.
Thank you for modeling kindness, compassion, and community!
š Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week
This week, Washington County Public Schools proudly recognizes and thanks our school principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to students, staff, and families.
Principals play a vital role in creating positive school cultures, supporting teachers, and helping students succeed every day. We are grateful for their hard work and the impact they make across our schools.
This week, Washington County Public Schools proudly recognizes and thanks our school principals for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to students, staff, and families.
Principals play a vital role in creating positive school cultures, supporting teachers, and helping students succeed every day. We are grateful for their hard work and the impact they make across our schools.
šWCPS Alumni Spotlight: Taylor Skeens Evans ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2016.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Taylor Skeens Evans, a proud John S. Battle High School graduate!
Are you a graduate of Washington County Public Schools? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're excited to learn about your accomplishments and share your story and advice with our current students, families, and community.
Please click here, to fill out a submission form: https://forms.gle/7qzqxJCpCjryVsfW8 OR Do you know a graduate from Washington County Public Schools who has made a positive impact in their community?
Nominate them to be featured in our Alumni Spotlight Series! Click here, to nominate a WCPS graduate: https://forms.gle/LFV1PwdpHnLfYRhn8
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Taylor Skeens Evans, a proud John S. Battle High School graduate!
Are you a graduate of Washington County Public Schools? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're excited to learn about your accomplishments and share your story and advice with our current students, families, and community.
Please click here, to fill out a submission form: https://forms.gle/7qzqxJCpCjryVsfW8 OR Do you know a graduate from Washington County Public Schools who has made a positive impact in their community?
Nominate them to be featured in our Alumni Spotlight Series! Click here, to nominate a WCPS graduate: https://forms.gle/LFV1PwdpHnLfYRhn8
š Before Christmas, students in Ms. Chattenās 7th grade English class at Glade Spring Middle School took their learning global with a creative twist! Through the Global Realty Project, students researched different countries, used AI tools to design culturally inspired gingerbread houses, and created real estateāstyle posters to āsellā their designs. A fun blend of research, creativity, technology, and presentation skillsāsweet learning at its best!
š National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Today, we proudly recognize and thank our School Resource Officers for their dedication to keeping our schools safe, secure, and supportive learning environments. Our SROs do far more than protect -- they build relationships, mentor students, and serve as trusted partners to staff and families.
Washington County Public Schools is grateful for the commitment and care our SROs show our school communities each and every day. Thank you for all you do!
Today, we proudly recognize and thank our School Resource Officers for their dedication to keeping our schools safe, secure, and supportive learning environments. Our SROs do far more than protect -- they build relationships, mentor students, and serve as trusted partners to staff and families.
Washington County Public Schools is grateful for the commitment and care our SROs show our school communities each and every day. Thank you for all you do!
š¢The Washington County School Board has approved Monday, January 19 and Monday, February 16 as weather-related make-up days. Schools will be in session on both dates.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support as we work to make up instructional time lost due to inclement weather.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support as we work to make up instructional time lost due to inclement weather.
š Board Meeting Spotlight: Student Achievements
We were proud to recognize several outstanding student-athletes during tonightās School Board meeting for their impressive All-State honors!
Abingdon High School
*Mason Sollein, Senior ā First Team All-State Kicker
*Avery Whitson, Sophomore ā Class 3 All-State Cross Country
*Bennett Hunter, Senior ā Class 3 All-State Cross Country
Holston High School
*Brody Thomas, Junior ā All-State Golf
Congratulations to these students for representing Washington County Public Schools with excellence through hard work, dedication, and teamwork. We are proud of you!
š®š„£ WCPS Lunch Feature
Chicken Tortilla Soup makes its long-awaited debut for lunch tomorrow at WCPS middle and high schools! This new menu item was originally planned for December, but inclement weather days changed the schedule.
Packed with bold flavor, itās a great reason to grab lunch at school tomorrow. Donāt miss it!
*Elementary students will enjoy delicious and hearty homemade chicken noodle soup!
Chicken Tortilla Soup makes its long-awaited debut for lunch tomorrow at WCPS middle and high schools! This new menu item was originally planned for December, but inclement weather days changed the schedule.
Packed with bold flavor, itās a great reason to grab lunch at school tomorrow. Donāt miss it!
*Elementary students will enjoy delicious and hearty homemade chicken noodle soup!
š¬ Starting the day with feelings and connection
At Meadowview Elementary School, Pre-K students in Mrs. Taylorās class begin their mornings with a feelings circle using Kimochis. Students share how theyāre feeling, listen to one another, and talk about healthy ways to handle emotions as they start their day.
At Meadowview Elementary School, Pre-K students in Mrs. Taylorās class begin their mornings with a feelings circle using Kimochis. Students share how theyāre feeling, listen to one another, and talk about healthy ways to handle emotions as they start their day.
š©ŗāļø Stay healthy this cold & flu season
Our School-Based Health Clinics are here to help keep students healthy and in school. Through a partnership with Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, on-site urgent care services are available for students and staff at the following locations:
š High Point Elementary School
š John S. Battle High School
Our School-Based Health Clinics are here to help keep students healthy and in school. Through a partnership with Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, on-site urgent care services are available for students and staff at the following locations:
š High Point Elementary School
š John S. Battle High School
āØA special welcome back!
Students at Abingdon Elementary School were greeted yesterday by Miss Washington County 2025, Kasey Ball, who helped kick off the return to school with smiles & excitement. We appreciate her taking the time to visit & connect with our younger students!
Students at Abingdon Elementary School were greeted yesterday by Miss Washington County 2025, Kasey Ball, who helped kick off the return to school with smiles & excitement. We appreciate her taking the time to visit & connect with our younger students!
šāØ Welcome back, WCPS!
Weāre kicking off the first day back from break with momentum and collaboration. Yesterday, our 3rdā5th grade math teachers from across Washington County Public Schools came together for professional learning and collaboration at Abingdon Elementary School.
It was great to see our elementary educators working together to start the new semester with a focus on effective teaching strategies and student success.
Happy mathing!
Weāre kicking off the first day back from break with momentum and collaboration. Yesterday, our 3rdā5th grade math teachers from across Washington County Public Schools came together for professional learning and collaboration at Abingdon Elementary School.
It was great to see our elementary educators working together to start the new semester with a focus on effective teaching strategies and student success.
Happy mathing!
šWCPS Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Weaver ~ Patrick Henry High School ~ Class of 2016.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Ashley Weaver, a proud Patrick Henry High School graduate!
Are you a graduate of Washington County Public Schools? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're excited to learn about your accomplishments and share your story and advice with our current students, families, and community.
Please click here, to fill out a submission form: https://forms.gle/7qzqxJCpCjryVsfW8 OR Do you know a graduate from Washington County Public Schools who has made a positive impact in their community?
Nominate them to be featured in our Alumni Spotlight Series! Click here, to nominate a WCPS graduate: https://forms.gle/LFV1PwdpHnLfYRhn8
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Ashley Weaver, a proud Patrick Henry High School graduate!
Are you a graduate of Washington County Public Schools? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're excited to learn about your accomplishments and share your story and advice with our current students, families, and community.
Please click here, to fill out a submission form: https://forms.gle/7qzqxJCpCjryVsfW8 OR Do you know a graduate from Washington County Public Schools who has made a positive impact in their community?
Nominate them to be featured in our Alumni Spotlight Series! Click here, to nominate a WCPS graduate: https://forms.gle/LFV1PwdpHnLfYRhn8
Lexia PowerUP Success at DMS: š
During November, many students in grades 6ā8 at Damascus Middle School worked hard in Lexia PowerUP to earn rewards. As they completed lessons, collected ātrueā usage minutes, and earned certificates, students could qualify for a grade-level UNO tournament and enter a drawing for a free HHS hoodie, generously donated by The Tacklebox.
Their effort paid off! Many DMS students earned spots in the UNO tournaments, demonstrating dedication to improving their reading skills. At the end of the month, three lucky students had their names drawn and each received a brand-new HHS hoodie (thank you to the HHS Athletic Boosters). This month, students are working towards a photo with a friend.
Congratulations to all of our hardworking students for their progress and enthusiasm. Keep up the great work in Lexia PowerUP!
During November, many students in grades 6ā8 at Damascus Middle School worked hard in Lexia PowerUP to earn rewards. As they completed lessons, collected ātrueā usage minutes, and earned certificates, students could qualify for a grade-level UNO tournament and enter a drawing for a free HHS hoodie, generously donated by The Tacklebox.
Their effort paid off! Many DMS students earned spots in the UNO tournaments, demonstrating dedication to improving their reading skills. At the end of the month, three lucky students had their names drawn and each received a brand-new HHS hoodie (thank you to the HHS Athletic Boosters). This month, students are working towards a photo with a friend.
Congratulations to all of our hardworking students for their progress and enthusiasm. Keep up the great work in Lexia PowerUP!
