š Celebrating Leadership Excellence in WCPS
We are proud to share that Cindy Jackson, Principal of High Point Elementary School, has been named a Virginia Principal of Distinction by the Virginia Department of Education.
This honor recognizes outstanding school leaders across the Commonwealth who demonstrate exceptional leadership in student achievement, instructional practice, and school culture.
Please join us in congratulating Principal Jackson on this well-deserved recognition and for her continued commitment to students, staff, and the High Point Elementary School community!
We are proud to share that Cindy Jackson, Principal of High Point Elementary School, has been named a Virginia Principal of Distinction by the Virginia Department of Education.
This honor recognizes outstanding school leaders across the Commonwealth who demonstrate exceptional leadership in student achievement, instructional practice, and school culture.
Please join us in congratulating Principal Jackson on this well-deserved recognition and for her continued commitment to students, staff, and the High Point Elementary School community!
š„āØ Real-World Learning in Action
Students from Abingdon Elementary Schoolās News Crew recently had an incredible opportunity to go behind the scenes at WCYB News 5! During their visit, students toured the studio and explored the many careers that keep a news station running -- from anchors and reporters to producers and behind-the-scenes technicians.
A special thank you to David Boyd and Kit Alexander for sharing their time and expertise to make this experience so meaningful and memorable for our students!
To celebrate a successful year launching the AES News Crew, students also enjoyed a well-deserved lunch at Chick-fil-A.
We are so proud of these students for their dedication, teamwork, and enthusiasm. The future is bright for our young broadcasters!
š¼āØ Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today we celebrate the incredible professionals who keep our schools and departments organized, welcoming, and running smoothly each day. From the front office to behind the scenes, your dedication, kindness, and attention to detail make a difference for our students, staff, and families.
Thank you for all you do -- we appreciate you!
Today we celebrate the incredible professionals who keep our schools and departments organized, welcoming, and running smoothly each day. From the front office to behind the scenes, your dedication, kindness, and attention to detail make a difference for our students, staff, and families.
Thank you for all you do -- we appreciate you!
š° Career Connections in Action
Students at Damascus Middle School recently enjoyed a deliciously engaging Career CafƩ experience! Local pastry chef Joe Bridges visited with students to share insights into careers in the culinary industry, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his craft.
Not only did he talk about his journey and skills, but he also brought along samples of his creations -- giving students a true taste of the profession! Experiences like this help connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities and inspire students to explore their passions.
A big thank you to Chef Bridges for investing in our students and making learning so memorable!
Students at Damascus Middle School recently enjoyed a deliciously engaging Career CafƩ experience! Local pastry chef Joe Bridges visited with students to share insights into careers in the culinary industry, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his craft.
Not only did he talk about his journey and skills, but he also brought along samples of his creations -- giving students a true taste of the profession! Experiences like this help connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities and inspire students to explore their passions.
A big thank you to Chef Bridges for investing in our students and making learning so memorable!
š¾š Weāre proud to support a great cause right here in our community!
Thank you to the Washington County Virginia Sheriff's Office for highlighting the generosity of our students, staff, and families who contributed to the PAWS Campaign in support of the local animal shelter. Your kindness is making a difference for animals in need!
Weāre grateful for the opportunity to partner with such a dedicated organization and to see our school community come together to give back in a meaningful way.
Thank you to the Washington County Virginia Sheriff's Office for highlighting the generosity of our students, staff, and families who contributed to the PAWS Campaign in support of the local animal shelter. Your kindness is making a difference for animals in need!
Weāre grateful for the opportunity to partner with such a dedicated organization and to see our school community come together to give back in a meaningful way.
š Student Spotlight
Join us in congratulating Liam B. of Abingdon High School! Liam, a student in Ms. Dotsonās Digital Applications class, won the School Nutrition Departmentās Lunch Menu Design Challenge.
As part of their work with database applications, students combined creativity with technology to design a variety of menu options.
Liam was recognized with a certificate and a special gift for his creativity and design.
A big thank you to Ms. Dotson, her class, and the School Nutrition Department for this fun collaboration!
Join us in congratulating Liam B. of Abingdon High School! Liam, a student in Ms. Dotsonās Digital Applications class, won the School Nutrition Departmentās Lunch Menu Design Challenge.
As part of their work with database applications, students combined creativity with technology to design a variety of menu options.
Liam was recognized with a certificate and a special gift for his creativity and design.
A big thank you to Ms. Dotson, her class, and the School Nutrition Department for this fun collaboration!
š¢Reminder: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, will be a Student Flex Day due to the Statewide Special Election taking place in several school buildings and anticipated high voter turnout. Schools will be closed to students on this day.
The Flex Day will allow students time to review for SOL assessments, complete missing assignments, and prepare for end-of-year coursework. Teachers and instructional staff will report as normal to engage in planning, collaboration, and preparation for upcoming assessments.
To support families, childcare will be available for elementary students at each of the seven elementary schools, with meals provided. Principals will communicate any school-specific information related to activities and operations.
The Flex Day will allow students time to review for SOL assessments, complete missing assignments, and prepare for end-of-year coursework. Teachers and instructional staff will report as normal to engage in planning, collaboration, and preparation for upcoming assessments.
To support families, childcare will be available for elementary students at each of the seven elementary schools, with meals provided. Principals will communicate any school-specific information related to activities and operations.
šWCPS Alumni Spotlight
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
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¬āØ Wallace Middle School proudly hosted its annual Science and Career Fair, organized by 8th-grade Science teachers Ms. Rife and Ms. Hogestyn.
WMS students showcased more than 70 projects, highlighting their creativity, hard work, and scientific inquiry. Students also had the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-world careers by engaging with community partners including Utility Trailer, Universal Fibers, the WCYB Weather Team, WCPS Tech Trek trailer, 4-H, and the USDA Forest Service.
We are grateful to our community partners for helping inspire and encourage the next generation of STEM leaders!
WMS students showcased more than 70 projects, highlighting their creativity, hard work, and scientific inquiry. Students also had the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-world careers by engaging with community partners including Utility Trailer, Universal Fibers, the WCYB Weather Team, WCPS Tech Trek trailer, 4-H, and the USDA Forest Service.
We are grateful to our community partners for helping inspire and encourage the next generation of STEM leaders!
ššFourth graders from across Washington County recently put their thinking skills to the test at the Washington County 4-H History Bowl! Students showcased their knowledge of Virginia history in a fun and engaging competition.
After an exciting day of learning and teamwork, Abingdon Elementary School took home this yearās championship title!
Congratulations to all the students who participatedāwe are so proud of you!
After an exciting day of learning and teamwork, Abingdon Elementary School took home this yearās championship title!
Congratulations to all the students who participatedāwe are so proud of you!
šāāļøšāāļøThe first Elementary School Track Meet at Abingdon High School was a huge success! Students from across Washington County Public Schools came together for a day full of fun, friendly competition, and outstanding sportsmanship.
From sprints to smiles, every moment showed the heart, teamwork, and determination of our young athletes. Weāre so proud of each student who participated and gave it their all!
From sprints to smiles, every moment showed the heart, teamwork, and determination of our young athletes. Weāre so proud of each student who participated and gave it their all!
š BeYOUnified at WCPS
What an incredible day of teamwork, smiles, and unforgettable moments at our Unified Sports Competition held at Abingdon High School! Students from across Washington County, along with participants from neighboring school divisions, came together to compete, cheer each other on, and truly show what inclusion is all about.
We are so proud of our athletes, partners, and coaches who made today such a special and meaningful event!
What an incredible day of teamwork, smiles, and unforgettable moments at our Unified Sports Competition held at Abingdon High School! Students from across Washington County, along with participants from neighboring school divisions, came together to compete, cheer each other on, and truly show what inclusion is all about.
We are so proud of our athletes, partners, and coaches who made today such a special and meaningful event!
š School funding impacts every student, every classroom, and every community.
In a recent Cardinal News op-ed, Dr. Keith Perrigan highlights important challenges facing rural school divisions across Virginia -- and why funding formulas must better reflect the realities of our communities.
Check out the infographic for a quick overview and read more here: https://cardinalnews.org/2026/04/14/school-superintendent-education-funding-falls-short-in-rural-virginia/
In a recent Cardinal News op-ed, Dr. Keith Perrigan highlights important challenges facing rural school divisions across Virginia -- and why funding formulas must better reflect the realities of our communities.
Check out the infographic for a quick overview and read more here: https://cardinalnews.org/2026/04/14/school-superintendent-education-funding-falls-short-in-rural-virginia/
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We are proud to recognize Mr. Brad Bussey, who was honored at last eveningās School Board meeting as the recipient of the prestigious Larry Johnson Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC) Award!
Presented by the Virginia High School League, this award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes across the Commonwealth.
Mr. Busseyās commitment to student safety is evident each and every day -- from monitoring conditions during practices to supporting critical initiatives like extreme heat safety protocols. His leadership helps ensure that our students can participate in athletics in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.
Congratulations, Mr. Bussey and thank you for the impact you make on our students and programs!
Presented by the Virginia High School League, this award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes across the Commonwealth.
Mr. Busseyās commitment to student safety is evident each and every day -- from monitoring conditions during practices to supporting critical initiatives like extreme heat safety protocols. His leadership helps ensure that our students can participate in athletics in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.
Congratulations, Mr. Bussey and thank you for the impact you make on our students and programs!
āļøšWe are proud to recognize our WCPS Poetry Contest winners, who were honored at last eveningās School Board meeting!
Congratulations to our first-place winners:
Grades 3ā5
*Gabriel Landry ā Rhea Valley Elementary School
Grades 6ā8
*Cortlyn Lockhart ā Glade Spring Middle School
Grades 9ā12
*Sky Coleman ā Abingdon High School
These talented students showcased creativity, expression, and a love for writing through their outstanding work.
Congratulations to our first-place winners:
Grades 3ā5
*Gabriel Landry ā Rhea Valley Elementary School
Grades 6ā8
*Cortlyn Lockhart ā Glade Spring Middle School
Grades 9ā12
*Sky Coleman ā Abingdon High School
These talented students showcased creativity, expression, and a love for writing through their outstanding work.
š ļøš We are proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our students from the SkillsUSA State Competition!
These students represented Washington County Career and Technical Center with excellence, skill, and professionalism at the state level:
Automotive Refinishing Technology
*1st Place ā Elizabeth Rolen
*2nd Place ā Brayden Ferguson
Bricklayer
* 2nd Place ā Rylie Brown
Collision Damage Appraisal
*2nd Place ā Kallie OāNeill
*3rd Place ā Trey Cannon
Collision Repair Technology
*1st Place ā Layla Wilson
Welding Fabrication Team ā 2nd Place
*Kendon Keith
*Draven Potter-Cole
*Aaden Stacy
We are also proud to recognize Caleb Brown, who was elected as a State SkillsUSA Post-Secondary Officer!
Congratulations to all of these students for their hard work, talent, and dedication -- your accomplishments make WCPS proud!
š We are proud to celebrate the Scholastic Bowl State Champions from Patrick Henry High School, who were recognized at tonightās School Board meeting!
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their hard work, dedication, and achievement at the highest level:
*Sofia Belcher
*Kirah Boswell
*Summer Brooks
*Louis Carroll
*Belle Ditto
*Annabelle Finney
*Xavier Gilbert
*Tyler Harrison
*Randa Lopez
*Nathaniel Moser
*Isabella Smythe
*Austin Spates
*Carter Steiner
*Haven Street
*Carter Withers
Your commitment to academic excellence has made WCPS proud -- congratulations, State Champions!
šāØExploring the future at Holston High School
Holston High School students recently had an incredible opportunity at the Plan Your Path Career Fair, hosted in partnership with Communities In Schools of Appalachian Highlands. With more than 40 career fields and local colleges represented, students were able to explore a wide range of pathways and possibilities for their future.
Thank you to all of the businesses, organizations, and colleges who participated and helped make this event such a meaningful experience for our students!
Holston High School students recently had an incredible opportunity at the Plan Your Path Career Fair, hosted in partnership with Communities In Schools of Appalachian Highlands. With more than 40 career fields and local colleges represented, students were able to explore a wide range of pathways and possibilities for their future.
Thank you to all of the businesses, organizations, and colleges who participated and helped make this event such a meaningful experience for our students!
šāāļøšāāļø Join the Abingdon High School Youth Track Clinic
Calling all WCPS students in grades Kā6 -- come learn the fundamentals of track & field from the athletes and coaches at Abingdon High School!
Clinic Details:
š April 13 & 14 | 6:00ā8:00 p.m.
š Abingdon High School Track
Participants will learn the basics of sprints, jumps, throws, and distance events in a fun and supportive environment.
š Bonus Opportunity:
Join us on April 15 at 6:00 p.m. to participate in the Washington County Track Meet!
š² Cost: $25 (cash or check)
š Be sure to complete the attached flyer to register.
Donāt miss this great opportunity to build skills, stay active, and have fun!
Calling all WCPS students in grades Kā6 -- come learn the fundamentals of track & field from the athletes and coaches at Abingdon High School!
Clinic Details:
š April 13 & 14 | 6:00ā8:00 p.m.
š Abingdon High School Track
Participants will learn the basics of sprints, jumps, throws, and distance events in a fun and supportive environment.
š Bonus Opportunity:
Join us on April 15 at 6:00 p.m. to participate in the Washington County Track Meet!
š² Cost: $25 (cash or check)
š Be sure to complete the attached flyer to register.
Donāt miss this great opportunity to build skills, stay active, and have fun!
šWCPS Alumni Spotlight: Santanna Couch ~ Abingdon High School ~ Class of 2012.
We are thrilled to highlight Santanna Couch, 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
We are thrilled to highlight Santanna Couch, 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
