Washington County Public Schools

🎤🏆 The School Board gave a big round of applause to Greyson Pruitt and Will Duncan of Patrick Henry High School for their standout performances at the VHSL State Speech/Forensics Championships! *Greyson Pruitt ~ Patrick Henry High School ~ Extemporaneous Speech State Champion and All-State Honors *Will Duncan ~ Patrick Henry High School ~ Impromptu Speech 3rd Place and All-State Honors Way to go, Greyson and Will! We are so proud of you!

🥇 The School Board gave a well-deserved shoutout to our incredible Indoor Track State Champions! *Tyler Barrett ~ Patrick Henry High School ~ Shot Put Class 1 State Champion *Josie Jackson ~ Abingdon High School ~1000m and 1600m Class 3 State Champion *Tyler Stanley ~ Abingdon High School ~ Long Jump Class 3 State Champion Congratulations to these student-athletes for their hard work, dedication, and well-earned victories! We’re proud to have you representing WCPS!

🎉🏀 Congratulations to A.J. (Annsley Jadyn) Trivette of Abingdon High School for being named the Class 3 Girls State Basketball Player of the Year! With standout plays and unstoppable drive, A.J. dominated the court this season. Way to represent Abingdon and WCPS!

🏀⏱️ During a meeting this evening, the School Board proudly recognized Elijah “Eli” Gilliam of Abingdon High School for an unbelievable basketball performance: 7 Points – 3 Rebounds – 2 Steals – All in just 23 seconds! Congratulations, Eli! Way to make Abingdon and WCPS proud!

🌟Sending a big thank you to the John S. Battle High School Cadet Leadership Class for proudly presenting the colors at tonight’s School Board meeting. Their dedication and poise were a perfect reminder of the strong leadership and community spirit that defines our students. We couldn’t be prouder of these future leaders.

Fifth grade students at Greendale Elementary School participated in Mean, Median, Mode, and Range Boot Camp as part of their study of statistics. They recorded data from doing exercises, organized it, and found the mean, median, mode, and range for each data set. Who knew learning could be so much fun?!

🎉 It's National Assistant Principals Week, and we're celebrating our amazing assistant principals in Washington County! They support our students, encourage staff, and help keep things running smoothly every day. Their dedication, kindness, and leadership make a difference, and we are lucky to have them on our team.

🌟WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Makayla Harrison ~ Holston High School ~ Class of 2012. We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Makayla Harrison, a proud Holston 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 had an awesome turnout at Wallace Middle School for the GO TEC Open House! Families, students, and community members got to visit the GO TEC Career Connections Lab and see what our students have been working on -- from robotics to hands-on tech training tied to real careers in our region. It's exciting to watch our students explore future pathways and build skills that matter right here in Southwest Virginia!

Some of our amazing staff showed their support for Child Abuse Prevention Month by wearing blue today. This group is sending a big message -- every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and cared for. By wearing blue, you can raise awareness and spark conversations about recognizing signs of abuse and standing in solidarity with prevention efforts. Thank you to those who participated in Wear Blue Day.

Real-World Learning in Action Check this out -- Our Pre-Nursing students from Washington County Career & Technical Education Center got an up-close look at radiology and the robotics operating room during a recent job shadowing visit to Bristol Regional Medical Center. From textbooks to tech tools, these future healthcare heroes are getting hands-on experiences that bring their learning to life!

Celebrating Our School Libraries and Librarians April is School Library Month, and today, we are giving a special shoutout for National School Librarian Day! Today, on National School Librarian Day, we want to send a big thank you to the amazing librarians across Washington County Public Schools who make reading fun, research easier, and every book a new adventure!

🌍✨ Cultural Connections in Action Washington County Public Schools is proud to support the mission of World Heritage Student Exchange, fostering cultural enrichment and global understanding. This year, exchange students from Germany, Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, and South Korea are bringing new perspectives and experiences to Abingdon High School. From shining on stage in the school musical to engaging in meaningful discussions with Del. Israel O'Quinn at the State Capitol and sharing their cultures with E.B. Stanley Middle School -- these students are making a lasting impact! To learn more about World Heritage Student Exchange Programs, click here: https://www.world-heritage.org/

Our students are getting a unique learning experience with a very special guest -- Rosemary the cow! The Mobile Dairy Classroom is visiting several of our schools over the next few days, teaching students about dairy farming, cow care, and the importance of agriculture. They even get to see a live milking demonstration! This program, provided by the Southwest Dairy Museum, gives students a closer look at where milk comes from, and the role dairy farmers play in our communities.

WCCTEC Seniors Level Up Their Career Skills Seniors at Washington County Career & Technical Education Center had a great experience at Career Commons with EO, sharpening their professional skills for the future. From crafting standout resumes to learning interview techniques and diving into hands-on career exploration, they're leveling up for success!

🏀📚 Watauga Elementary Scores Big in March Madness Reading Watauga Elementary School wrapped up its March Madness of Reading Challenge in true championship style with basketball stations, ice cream sundaes, and a student vs. staff basketball game! Not only did students surpass their reading goals, but they also claimed victory on the basketball court!

April Parent Coaching Parenting can be challenging and, at times, feel isolating. Parent coaching is here to provide support during those tough moments. Offered at no cost by your school district, parent coaching connects you with a coach and resources developed by therapists. Click here to sign up for ongoing support: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

Summer Enrichment Experience at Virginia Tech The deadline to apply for SEE VT has been extended to April 15, and all fees have been waived, meaning this incredible opportunity is now free for all campers! SEE VT is a residential camp for rising 6th and 7th grade gifted students from rural communities. At SEE VT, rural middle school students will have access to place-based and rural-focused academic enrichment to include STEM and humanities courses, social activities, exploration of campus life, field trips, and more! Camp will be held on Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus June 15-20, 2025. Applications are due by April 15. Please see the below flyer for more information.

WCPS Bands and Choruses Hit All the Right Notes As we wrap up Music in Our Schools Month, we have some incredible news to share! Every WCPS Chorus and Band that participated in the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA) District Assessment earned a Superior Rating -- the highest honor awarded! Congratulations to these outstanding bands and choruses: Bands: *Abingdon High School *John S. Battle High School *Patrick Henry High School *Holston High School *Damascus Middle School *E.B. Stanley Middle School *Glade Spring Middle School *Wallace Middle School Choruses: *Abingdon High School *Patrick Henry High School (3 separate choirs -- all Superior) *Holston High School *E.B. Stanley Middle School *Glade Spring Middle School This is a fantastic achievement! The VMEA District Assessment is a state-level evaluation, where ensembles are judged by expert musicians on the skills they've been honing all year. And there's more -- schools that had both a chorus and band receive Superior Ratings now qualify for the prestigious VMEA Blue Ribbon Award, the highest music honor in Virginia! Congratulations to our talented students, dedicated directors, and supportive families. Your hard work and passion for music continue to make WCPS shine!

Our MAP (Meadowview Afterschool Program) Pre-K - 1st grade students had an awesome time this weekend when they went to see Pete the Cat at the Barter Theatre! After the show, they got to chat with the actors during a special talk-back session. Then, they wrapped up the day with playtime and a picnic at the Coomes Center, enjoying the beautiful spring weather and making memories with friends!