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!
šāØ Happy New Year from Washington County Public Schools!
As we begin a new year, we look forward to fresh opportunities, continued growth, and supporting every student along the way. Hereās to a bright year ahead for our WCPS community!
As we begin a new year, we look forward to fresh opportunities, continued growth, and supporting every student along the way. Hereās to a bright year ahead for our WCPS community!
šš VIES STACK UP! Challenge
Students at Valley Institute Elementary School participated in the STACK UP! World Record Challenge alongside schools from across the United States and around the world. Over three days in November, students helped set a new world record with 784,036 stackers and 2,429 schools taking part!
Weāre proud of our students for their hard work and participation in this exciting global challenge. Way to go, VIES!
Students at Valley Institute Elementary School participated in the STACK UP! World Record Challenge alongside schools from across the United States and around the world. Over three days in November, students helped set a new world record with 784,036 stackers and 2,429 schools taking part!
Weāre proud of our students for their hard work and participation in this exciting global challenge. Way to go, VIES!
šš Before break, High Point Elementary students enjoyed a special visit from the Jack Tale Player Troupe, bringing Appalachian folktales to life through storytelling and performance.
It was a fun and engaging way for students to learn more about the rich storytelling traditions of our region. Thank you for sharing these wonderful stories with us!
It was a fun and engaging way for students to learn more about the rich storytelling traditions of our region. Thank you for sharing these wonderful stories with us!
š§š§ Thanks to a grant from the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, our construction classes at the Washington County Career & Technical Education Center can easily move the projects they build -- whether itās a storage building, a tiny home, or a hunting blindāusing a piece of equipment known as āThe Mule.ā
šāØ Each year, the Patrick Henry High School One-Act Team partners with our friends at Theatre Bristol, borrowing costumes and props in exchange for service hours.
Last Wednesday, students spent the day giving back and making a difference! Here are a few highlights from their service day.
Last Wednesday, students spent the day giving back and making a difference! Here are a few highlights from their service day.
šš Merry Christmas from Washington County Public Schools!
We hope today is filled with joy, laughter, and special moments with family and friends. Thank you for being such an incredible school community -- weāre grateful for each of you today and always.
Enjoy the holiday!
We hope today is filled with joy, laughter, and special moments with family and friends. Thank you for being such an incredible school community -- weāre grateful for each of you today and always.
Enjoy the holiday!
šš§ Santaās sleigh, Greendale-style!
5th-grade students put their STEM skills to the test by building Santaās sleigh using only a handful of paper supplies. Creativity was key as they worked to design a sleigh that could pull a stuffed elf, a book, and even a heavy brick!
5th-grade students put their STEM skills to the test by building Santaās sleigh using only a handful of paper supplies. Creativity was key as they worked to design a sleigh that could pull a stuffed elf, a book, and even a heavy brick!
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āØ A surprise visit from the jolly one himself! Santa recently spread Christmas joy to all at Abingdon Elementary, bringing smiles, laughter, and holiday cheer to our students.
šš§ŖšAs a review activity, students in Mr. Stinsonās 7th-grade life science class at Wallace Middle School revisited key life science concepts through a hands-on owl pellet investigation.
