Welcome back, WCPS students! We can't wait to see what this school year brings! #BackToSchoolVA #WCPSBest #TheWashingtonWay
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Welcome Back to School
First Day of School: We've had a great day welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year! Here are some highlights of the fun that took place. Be sure to check back as we share more photos over the next few days!
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Abingdon Elementary First Day
Dr Perrigan First Day Bus Ride with Students
High Point Elementary First Day Arrival
High Point First Day Arrival
High Point First Day Arrival
Patrick Henry First Day
Patrick Henry First Day
Watauga Elementary First Day
Watauga Elementary First Day
Damascus Middle School Band Class
As our students head back to school, please remember to use caution! Observe the speed limit in all school zones, watch for school buses and pedestrians and plan additional time to reach your destination. We appreciate your help to keep our students, teachers, staff and parents safe as we begin a new school year.
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Back to School Safety Please Use Caution
WCPS is excited to start the 2024-2025 school year with all of our students tomorrow, Wednesday, August 7! #BackToSchoolVA #WCPSBest #TheWashingtonWay
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Back to School Wednesday, August 7
The Washington County Public Schools Board can't wait to welcome back our students tomorrow, Wednesday, August 7! #BackToSchoolVA #WCPSBest #TheWashingtonWay
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
WCPS Board Back to School
Are you looking for an after-school program for your child? Check out this opportunity. The HCS After-School Program is a partnership between Washington County Schools and Highlands Community Services.
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
HCS After-School Program
It was all smiles at the WCPS Board Meeting on Monday! Students that took part in Theatre Camp this summer put on a special performance. More than 90 campers in grades 3-12 participated from schools across the division. The camp was in collaboration with WCPS & Emory & Henry.
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WCPS Theater Camp 1
WCPS Theater Camp 2
WCPS Theater Camp 3
WCPS Theater Camp 4
WCPS Theater Camp 5
SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please click the link below for information regarding SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: https://5il.co/2swm9 A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
CEP SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing
CEP SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing
Special Recognition: The WCPS Board recognized Dustin Forrester, of Glade Spring Middle School for performing the Heimlich Maneuver on a choking student this past school year. Thank you for your quick actions, Mr. Forrester!
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Dustin Forrester GMS
Mobile Menu App: We are pleased to announce a free Mobile Menu App! It offers an easy way to view daily menus. To learn more, click here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=mobile-menus-app-guide
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Mobile Menu App: View daily menus
Back to School Shopping: If you are wanting to do some shopping this weekend -- remember it's Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday! To learn more about exempt items, click here: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday For WCPS Supply Lists, click here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Virginia 3-Day Sales Tax Weekend August 2-4
Going Green! Menus: Did you know that you can have your school menus emailed automatically? You’re able to choose the school menus that you receive. Click here to sign up: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=automenu
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Going Green! Menus: Have your school menu emailed automatically to you
Linq Connect Online Payments: All meals in WCPS are free! However, if your child would like to purchase a-la-carte items, you can pay online. Click here to make a payment: https://linqconnect.com/main
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Linq Connect Online Payments: Pay for your child's a-la-carte items online
If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday following Open House, check out National Night Out! This free community event is presented by the Abingdon Police Department & Washington County Sheriffs Office. All the fun will take place at The Meadows, starting at 5:00 p.m.
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
National Night Out August 5th The Meadows Free Community Event
School Supply Donations: A big THANK YOU to the United Way of Southwest Virginia and the community for helping to ensure our students are prepared to head back to school! These items were collected through the United Way's annual Stuff the Bus supply drive.
10 months ago, WCPS Social Media
United Way SW VA School Supply Donation 1
United Way of SWVA School Supply Donation 2
United Way of SWVA School Supply Donation 3
United Way of SWVA School Supply Donation 4
United Way of SWVA School Supply Donation 5
United Way of SWVA School Supply Donations 6
The Brain Architecture Game: On Wednesday, new teachers to WCPS spent time playing this game that builds understanding of the powerful role of experiences on early brain development -- what promotes it and what can derail it. Staff built 'brains' with pipe cleaners and straws.
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Brain Architecture Game 1
Brain Architecture Game 2
Brain Architecture Game 3
Brain Architecture Game 4
Brain Architecture Game 5
Brain Architecture Game 6
Brain Architecture Game 7
Brain Architecture Game 8
Brain Architecture Game 9
The First Day of School is fast approaching! WCPS can't wait to welcome everyone back! Check out school supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491
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First Day of School August 7
If you weren't able to make it out to the meeting at Abingdon High School with Virginia High School League (VHSL) staff last week, you still have a chance to share your input. Scan the QR code or click here for more: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UNWE0tqG10a6kalzU3kWqoAhwmHLGiNLt05nNqfhykhUN000WlJaQThYMElFTFZBSDZGOENBMVE3Si4u&origin=QRCode
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VHSL Strategic Plan QR Code Survey
New Teacher Orientation is underway! On Tuesday, new teachers to the division had an opportunity to enjoy lunch and meet with school board members and various administrators. Welcome to the WCPS family!
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New Teacher Orientation 1
New Teacher Orientation 2
New Teacher Orientation 3
New Teacher Orientation 4
New Teacher Orientation 5
Don't forget to join in on this important discussion this week: You are invited to share your thoughts and ideas regarding cell phone-free education in Virginia K-12 public schools on Thursday, August 1. To register: https://outlook.office365.com/.../s/S-puz1JJPU2U2mEmUKPwgg2
11 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Commonwealth Conversations VDOE August 1, 2024