Back-to-School Photo Fun

The first day of the school year was filled with excitement, laughter, and plenty of picture-perfect moments! Check out some of the first day smiles from across Washington County Public Schools.
3 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School 2025-2026
Back to School 2025-2026
Back to School 2025-2026
Back to School 2025-2026
What a Fantastic First Day!

Today was full of smiles, high-fives, and new beginnings across Washington County Public Schools!

We've already seen some amazing first day moments, and we'd love to see even more! Share your back-to-school photos by emailing them to our School Outreach Specialist, Ashley Hoak, at ahoak@wcs.k12.va.us

*Please note: Any photos shared may be featured on our WCPS social media pages as we continue to celebrate the start of the 2025-2026 school year!
3 days ago, WCPS Social Media
First Day of School 2025-2026
First Day of School 2025-2026
First Day of School 2025-2026
First Day of School 2025-2026
First Day of School 2025-2026
Happy First Day of School, Washington County!

We are so excited to welcome back our amazing students, teachers, and staff for the 2025-2026 school year!

We'd love to see those first-day smiles! Email your first day of school photos to our School Outreach Specialist, Ashley Hoak, at ahoak@wcs.k12.va.us

*Please note: Any photos shared may be featured on our WCPS social media pages as we celebrate the start of another fantastic school year.
4 days ago, WCPS Social Media
First Day of School -- Share your photos with us!
As we gear up for the new school year, the WCPS School Nutrition Department is excited to share some important updates designed to help your year start off smoothly and stay on track.

Go Green with Digital Menus
Did you know you can have school menus automatically emailed to you? Simply choose which schools you’d like to follow, and you’ll get menus sent right to your inbox!
Sign Up Here: https://shorturl.at/jU9sH
Note: Menus for August have already been emailed. If you sign up now, you’ll start receiving menus in September.
In the meantime, view August menus here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=menus

Free Mobile Menu App
Our School Nutrition mobile app makes it easy to check daily menus from your phone. It’s free, convenient, and available in the Apple App Store and Google Play App Store.
To learn more about the mobile app and to download, click here: https://shorturl.at/JdWeP

Linq Connect – Online Payments for ƀ La Carte Items
All WCPS students receive free meals, but if your child would like to purchase Ć  la carte items (like snacks, etc.), you can add funds online via Linq Connect.
Make a payment here: https://shorturl.at/KOabd
5 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Going Green! Menus
Linq Connect Online Payments
Free Mobile Menu App
The First Day of School is Almost Here!

The countdown is on -- Washington County Public Schools students return to class tomorrow, August 7! Our teachers and staff have been busy getting classrooms ready, planning lessons, and preparing for another year filled with learning, laughter, and first-day excitement.

We can't wait to see those smiling faces back in our schools. Here's to a fresh start, new opportunities, and another amazing year in Washington County!
5 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School -- Thursday, August 7
Convocation 2025: Be a Bean!

What a way to kick off the new school year at Washington County Public Schools! Convocation was full of mashed potato races, egg roulette, and plenty of coffee – but most importantly, it left us with a powerful message inspired by the book The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson to Create Positive Change by Jon Gordon and Damon West.

Just like potatoes soften in boiling water and eggs harden, coffee beans transform their environment! As we dive into this new school year, let’s remember to be like coffee beans—flexible, positive, and ready to create change no matter what comes our way.

During Convocation, we also celebrated our very own WCPS "Beans"— current employees and proud alums who are living examples of this message. Stay tuned as we highlight and recognize these amazing individuals on our social media pages in the coming days!

Here’s to a year full of growth, resilience, and opportunities to make a difference. Let’s keep brewing positive change for our students!

Missed convocation? Watch the stream here: https://youtu.be/3sISCnDvdHg
6 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
Convocation 2025
For Your Information:

As many of you are aware, the Town of Abingdon’s ongoing Sanitary Sewer Project on East Valley Street and Walden Road will continue into the start of the school year. While the first days back can always feel a little hectic, this construction project may make an already busy time more challenging for some.

We want you to know that we have been working closely with the Town of Abingdon, Abingdon Police Department, and Abingdon Fire Department to help ensure traffic flows as smoothly and safely as possible during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times.

Schools Impacted:
*E.B. Stanley Middle School
*Abingdon High School
*Washington County Career & Technical Education Center

Traffic Control Support: To assist with traffic management, additional police and fire personnel will be stationed at several key intersections during these times.
*Stanley Street and Thompson Drive
*Boone Street and Main Street
*Tanner Street and Main Street (Morning)
*Tanner Street and Valley Street (Afternoon)
*Pecan Street and Main Street (Traffic will be controlled by the light)

Important Notes:
*If you’re leaving E.B. Stanley Middle School, we recommend avoiding a right turn onto Stanley Street, due to increased congestion. For those of you heading toward East Abingdon, Baugh Lane may be an easier option.
*For all schools, arriving earlier than usual will help ease traffic and reduce stress.
*Please exercise patience and caution as everyone adjusts to the changes.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we navigate these necessary improvements to the Town of Abingdon’s infrastructure. With your help, we’re confident we can ensure a safe and efficient start to the school year for all students.
6 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Morning Traffic Control -- Walden Road/East Valley Street
Afternoon Traffic Control -- Walden Road/East Valley Street
School Starts on Thursday! School Buses Will Be Back on the Roads!

The first day of school for Washington County Public Schools is on Thursday! As our students head back, please remember to slow down, stay alert, and watch for school buses and children at bus stops.

*Stop for school buses when their red lights are flashing.
*Stay alert in school zones.
*Watch for students crossing streets and sidewalks.

Let's work together to keep our students safe as we start another great year of learning in Washington County!

For more information and resources, click here: https://www.nhtsa.gov/school-bus-safety/keeping-children-safe
6 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School -- Be Safe. Be Smart.
WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Samantha (Sami) Klug ~ Abingdon High School ~ Class of 2017.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Samantha (Sami) Klug, a proud Abingdon 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
7 days ago, WCPS Social Media
WCPS Alumni Spotlight August 2025 -- Samantha Klug -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2017
WCPS Alumni Spotlight August 2025 -- Samantha Klug -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2017
WCPS Alumni Spotlight August 2025 -- Samantha Klug -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2017
Back-to-School Shopping
The Sales Tax Holiday Weekend in Virginia is here!
*Virginia: Friday, August 1 - Sunday, August 3 ~ https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday
This is a great time to stock up on school supplies, clothing, and other essentials tax-free!
Be sure to check out your school's supply lists before you shop: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/school-supply-lists-2025-2026/834685
10 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Back to School Shopping
Stuff the Bus Success

Washington County Public Schools is ready for a strong start to the school year thanks to our incredible community partners at United Way of Southwest Virginia! A huge thank you for the generous donation of backpacks, school supplies, and hygiene kits -- all going straight into the hands of students who need them most.

Pictured: WCPS Assistant Superintendent Mr. David Lambert alongside United Way of Southwest Virginia summer intern Emma Hurley, a proud John S. Battle High School graduate. Emma played a key role in making this year's Stuff the Bus initiative a huge success!

We're so grateful for this amazing partnership and the support it brings to our students and families.
11 days ago, WCPS Social Media
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
United Way of Southwest Virginia Stuff the Bus Backpack Donations
School is right around the corner, and we've got your supply lists ready to go!
Before you hit the stores (or fill that cart online), be sure to check out what your student will need for a successful year.
Find your school's list here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/school-supply-lists-2025-2026/834685
11 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School Supply Lists
New Teacher Orientation

We are thrilled to welcome our newest educators to Washington County Public Schools! Today was all about learning, connecting, and kicking off an exciting journey together. From diving into important information to making new friends, our incoming teachers are off to a great start!

And what is a great day without lunch? Our new teachers had the chance to enjoy a meal with our School Board members and administrators -- a perfect way to build relationships and start the year on a high note!
11 days ago, WCPS Social Media
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
New Teacher Orientation
Important Virginia SUN Bucks Update

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) will begin issuing benefits through the Virginia SUN Bucks 2025 program on July 18, 2025. This program provides $120 in supplemental grocery funds to hundreds of thousands of children across the Commonwealth. VDSS will distribute benefits initially to more than 650,000 children found automatically eligible through their participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and income-eligible Medical Assistance.

In an effort to ensure Virginians have access to their benefits as soon as possible, VDSS began mailing SUN Bucks 2025 cards to automatically enrolled households in the first week of July. Please note that your benefits will not become available on SUN Bucks or SNAP EBT cards until July 18, even if you receive a SUN Bucks card in the mail before that date. If you don’t receive your new card by July 18, don’t worry – benefits will continue to be issued on a rolling basis, so households can expect to receive their SUN Bucks cards at different times.

If a child is not automatically eligible for Virginia SUN Bucks and needs to apply, a paper application is available to download, print and mail in, or applicants can contact the Virginia SUN Bucks Call Center through August 15 at 866-513-1414 to apply. To download the paper application, click here: https://virginiasunbucks.com/apply/
The following information about the child is necessary to complete the application:
*Legal Name (First and Last Name)
*Date of Birth (Month, Date, Year)
*Home Address
*Child’s School Name
*School’s County/City Division
*Student ID Number (This is Your Child’s Lunch Number They Use at School)
*All Family Income (From Work and Other Sources)
*Proof of Citizenship or Legal Status (Not Required)
*The Last Four Digits of Your Child’s Social Security Number (Not Required)

Children found eligible through a Virginia SUN Bucks application will be issued benefits beginning August 1. VDSS will complete distribution of all SUN Bucks Benefits by the end of September.

Please click this link for additional information and resources: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/summer-ebt-information---2025/803643
12 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Virginia SUN Bucks Eligibility Criteria
Virginia SUN Bucks Informational Flyer
We're still enrolling children for our 3-Year-Old Preschool Program at the Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub!

Check out the flyer below for details and help us spread the word!
12 days ago, WCPS Social Media
3-Year-Old Preschool Registration Regional Workforce and Child Development Hub
Back to School 2025–2026
Make sure your child is ready for the first day of school -- get their vaccines now and avoid the last-minute rush!
*Beat the back-to-school wait times
*No out-of-pocket cost for required vaccines
*Vaccines available through your local healthcare provider or health department
See the attached flyer from the Virginia Department of Health for details on required immunizations and where to go.
13 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School Vaccines 2025-2026 -- Virginia Department of Health
Back to School Vaccines 2025-2026 -- Virginia Department of Health
WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Jackson Frye ~ Abingdon High School ~ Class of 2019.
We are thrilled to highlight Mr. Jackson Frye, a proud Abingdon 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
14 days ago, WCPS Social Media
WCPS Alumni Spotlight July 2025 -- Jackson Frye -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2019
WCPS Alumni Spotlight July 2025 -- Jackson Frye -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2019
WCPS Alumni Spotlight July 2025 -- Jackson Frye -- Abingdon High School -- Class of 2019
Back-to-School Shopping

Get ready, WCPS families -- Sales Tax Holidays are right around the corner in both Tennessee and Virginia!

*Tennessee: Friday, July 25 - Sunday, July 27 ~ https://shorturl.at/qVaTb
*Virginia: Friday, August 1 - Sunday, August 3 ~ https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday

This is a great time to stock up on school supplies, clothing, and other essentials tax-free!

Be sure to check out your school's supply lists before you shop: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/school-supply-lists-2025-2026/834685
17 days ago, WCPS Social Media
2025 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
School is right around the corner, and we've got your supply lists ready to go!
Before you hit the stores (or fill that cart online), be sure to check out what your student will need for a successful year.
Find your school's list here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/school-supply-lists-2025-2026/834685
18 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School Supply Lists
Important Virginia SUN Bucks Update
The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) will begin issuing benefits through the Virginia SUN Bucks 2025 program on July 18, 2025. This program provides $120 in supplemental grocery funds to hundreds of thousands of children across the Commonwealth. VDSS will distribute benefits initially to more than 650,000 children found automatically eligible through their participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and income-eligible Medical Assistance.
In an effort to ensure Virginians have access to their benefits as soon as possible, VDSS began mailing SUN Bucks 2025 cards to automatically enrolled households in the first week of July. Please note that your benefits will not become available on SUN Bucks or SNAP EBT cards until July 18, even if you receive a SUN Bucks card in the mail before that date. If you don’t receive your new card by July 18, don’t worry – benefits will continue to be issued on a rolling basis, so households can expect to receive their SUN Bucks cards at different times.
If a child is not automatically eligible for Virginia SUN Bucks and needs to apply, a paper application is available to download, print and mail in, or applicants can contact the Virginia SUN Bucks Call Center through August 15 at 866-513-1414 to apply. To download the paper application, click here: https://virginiasunbucks.com/apply/
The following information about the child is necessary to complete the application:
*Legal Name (First and Last Name)
*Date of Birth (Month, Date, Year)
*Home Address
*Child’s School Name
*School’s County/City Division
*Student ID Number (This is Your Child’s Lunch Number They Use at School)
*All Family Income (From Work and Other Sources)
*Proof of Citizenship or Legal Status (Not Required)
*The Last Four Digits of Your Child’s Social Security Number (Not Required)
Children found eligible through a Virginia SUN Bucks application will be issued benefits beginning August 1. VDSS will complete distribution of all SUN Bucks Benefits by the end of September.
Please click this link for additional information and resources: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/.../summer-ebt.../803643
19 days ago, WCPS Social Media
Virginia SUN Bucks Eligibility Criteria
Virginia SUN Bucks Informational Flyer