🌟☕ Be a Bean Recognition – John S. Battle High School
We are proud to recognize Noah Street, a 10th grade student at John S. Battle High School, for going above and beyond to help others in his community.
On December 19, a fallen tree blocked the road and left Bus 85 unable to continue its route. After waiting nearly 30 minutes, Noah realized help might be needed. Living nearby, he went home, hopped on his four-wheeler, and returned to the scene to lend a hand.
When he arrived, only one VDOT truck had reached the area. Noah jumped in to help cut and move the tree out of the roadway until additional crews arrived -- allowing traffic to pass and the bus to safely continue its route.
Afterward, Noah rode his four-wheeler back home, walked down the road, and still made it onto the bus to get to school.
This is a true example of kindness, responsibility, and stepping up when it matters most!
We are proud to recognize Noah Street, a 10th grade student at John S. Battle High School, for going above and beyond to help others in his community.
On December 19, a fallen tree blocked the road and left Bus 85 unable to continue its route. After waiting nearly 30 minutes, Noah realized help might be needed. Living nearby, he went home, hopped on his four-wheeler, and returned to the scene to lend a hand.
When he arrived, only one VDOT truck had reached the area. Noah jumped in to help cut and move the tree out of the roadway until additional crews arrived -- allowing traffic to pass and the bus to safely continue its route.
Afterward, Noah rode his four-wheeler back home, walked down the road, and still made it onto the bus to get to school.
This is a true example of kindness, responsibility, and stepping up when it matters most!
📢SCHEDULE CHANGE: Due to predicted sub zero temperatures in the early morning, Washington County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school. As temperatures drop, we recognize that for some students, school is the warmest place they have access to. We have made significant efforts to ensure children who need hats, gloves, and jackets receive them. If you know of a child who may need assistance, please contact your school principal so we can provide support.
📢SCHEDULE CHANGE: With the probability of snow, cold temperatures, and icy conditions increasing in the eastern third of Washington County, WCPS will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, January 15, 2026. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school.
🌟WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Taylor Skeens Evans ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2016.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Taylor Skeens Evans, a proud John S. Battle 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. Taylor Skeens Evans, a proud John S. Battle 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
📣 SCHEDULE CHANGE: Washington County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Buses will run on clear routes only. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working parents who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child's elementary school.
WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Cooper (Comer) ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2008.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Ashley Cooper (Comer), a proud John S. Battle 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 Cooper (Comer), a proud John S. Battle 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
📢SCHEDULE UPDATE: Washington County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, December 15, 2025.
Most roads are clear and dry and we had hoped that more secondary roads would improve throughout the day. However, there are several areas in every part of the county that still have roads that are ice covered.
WCPS Offices will open at 10:00 a.m. on Monday.
Childcare will be available beginning at 10:00a.m. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school. Be safe and stay warm!
📢SCHEDULE UPDATE: Due to winter weather and poor road conditions across the county, WCPS will be CLOSED today, Friday, December 12, 2025. Childcare will NOT provided at elementary schools.
📢SCHEDULE CHANGE: Weather models show that we will receive more snow overnight, especially on the eastern side of the county. As a result, WCPS will operate on a 2-hour delayed schedule tomorrow, Friday, December 12, 2025. If an adjustment needs to be made to the schedule in the morning, we will do so by 7:30 a.m. Childcare for elementary students will be provided at elementary schools (for elementary aged students only) for working families who need it. Please watch for additional information from your child’s elementary school.
📢 Clinic Schedule Change
Please be aware that the clinic at High Point Elementary School and John S. Battle High School will be closed on Thursday, December 11, 2025, for staff training.
The clinic will reopen with normal business hours on Friday, December 12, for sick visits.
To learn more about the clinic, see the information below.
Please be aware that the clinic at High Point Elementary School and John S. Battle High School will be closed on Thursday, December 11, 2025, for staff training.
The clinic will reopen with normal business hours on Friday, December 12, for sick visits.
To learn more about the clinic, see the information below.
🌟 Celebrating Student Achievement! 🌟
This evening, the Washington County School Board proudly recognized outstanding student-athletes from across our high schools. Their hard work, dedication, and exceptional performance this season have set them apart, and we are thrilled to celebrate their accomplishments!
🏈 FOOTBALL
*Eli Tweed, Holston High School – 1,622 rushing yards & 21 TDs
*Jeb Stewart, Patrick Henry High School – 1,307 rushing yards, 13 TDs; 1,945 all-purpose yards & 16 total TDs
⛳ GOLF
*Christina Zochowski, John S. Battle High School
~All-District
~All-Region
~Shot 71 at Regionals, tied for 4th, and qualified for the Boys State Tournament
🏐 VOLLEYBALL
*Grace Carrier, John S. Battle High School – 1,000 Assists
*Camryn Ratliff, John S. Battle High School – All-State
*Erin South, Patrick Henry High School – 2nd Team All-State
*Ava Kiser, Abingdon High School – 1,000 Career Assists
*Annsley Trivette, Abingdon High School – First Team All-State
*Gracie Statzer, Abingdon High School – 1,000 Career Kills, First Team All-State, and 2025 Mountain 7 Player of the Year
*Coach Alexis Perkins, Abingdon High School – 2025 Mountain 7 Coach of the Year
🌟WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Hannah Thomas ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2018.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Hannah Thomas, a proud John S. Battle 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. Hannah Thomas, a proud John S. Battle 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
📢 Washington County Public Schools will remain on a two-hour delay for today, Tuesday, November 11.
However, due to road conditions, bus service will NOT be provided in the Konnarock, Taylor’s Valley, and Green Cove areas.
In addition, the following buses in the Glade Spring attendance zone will operate on CLEAR ROUTES ONLY:
*8
*18
*59
*77
*87
Parents of student drivers are encouraged to use their best judgment based on conditions in your specific location.
As always, the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
However, due to road conditions, bus service will NOT be provided in the Konnarock, Taylor’s Valley, and Green Cove areas.
In addition, the following buses in the Glade Spring attendance zone will operate on CLEAR ROUTES ONLY:
*8
*18
*59
*77
*87
Parents of student drivers are encouraged to use their best judgment based on conditions in your specific location.
As always, the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.
SCHEDULE CHANGE: Due to winter weather conditions, WCPS will operate on a 2-Hour Delayed Schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Childcare will be provided at elementary schools for working families who need it. Please be on the lookout for additional information from your child’s elementary school.
WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Mercedes James-Sanders ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2015.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Mercedes James-Sanders, a proud John S. Battle 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. Mercedes James-Sanders, a proud John S. Battle 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
✨ Special Recognition
Tonight at John S. Battle High School, we were proud to recognize several special guests whose leadership and support continue to make a difference for Washington County Public Schools.
We were joined by Delegate Israel O’Quinn and his wife Emily O’Quinn, along with Senator Todd Pillion, who continue to advocate for our students and schools at the state level.
We also extend our gratitude to our local partners -- School Board Members Adam Wilson and Jenny Nichols; Board of Supervisors Members Saul Hernandez and Dwayne Ball; County Administrator Jason Berry; Commonwealth’s Attorney Josh Cumbow; Sheriff Blake Andis; and Commissioner of the Revenue April Crabtree -- for their ongoing commitment to our schools and community.
Thanks to the collaboration of these incredible leaders, John S. Battle High School has seen exciting facility improvements -- including new auditorium seating, updated flooring, lighting, and stage enhancements, along with freshly painted walls. Outside, the parking lot has been paved and striped, new handrails have been added at the football stadium, and a wheelchair-accessible viewing area has been created -- all contributing to a safer, more inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.
A special thank-you goes to Dr. Chad Wallace and our WCPS maintenance team for their hard work and dedication in bringing these projects to life.
🏈Join the John S. Battle High School Trojans tonight for our Coaches vs. Overdoses game as we team up to Tackle Fentanyl and Defeat Overdoses.
In partnership with the Virginia Attorney General and the Commonwealth Football Coaches Association's Coaches vs. Overdoses initiative, we're raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit drugs -- and most importantly, working together to save lives.
Remember: "Just One Pill Can Kill."
In partnership with the Virginia Attorney General and the Commonwealth Football Coaches Association's Coaches vs. Overdoses initiative, we're raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit drugs -- and most importantly, working together to save lives.
Remember: "Just One Pill Can Kill."
✨ Today, students in the WCPS Teachers for Tomorrow program had an exciting opportunity to visit Emory & Henry University!
Their day was packed with hands-on experiences that offered a glimpse into college life and the path toward becoming educators:
📚 Admissions & Career Center orientation
🎓 Rotations through education courses with E&H faculty
🔧 Hands-on exploration in the Maker Space
🍴 Lunch with professors and future educators from SOFE
📖 A stop at the campus bookstore, the Merc
🌳 A guided tour of the beautiful campus
We’re so proud of these future teachers as they take their first steps toward inspiring the next generation! Thank you to Emory & Henry University for hosting our students and supporting their journey.
Their day was packed with hands-on experiences that offered a glimpse into college life and the path toward becoming educators:
📚 Admissions & Career Center orientation
🎓 Rotations through education courses with E&H faculty
🔧 Hands-on exploration in the Maker Space
🍴 Lunch with professors and future educators from SOFE
📖 A stop at the campus bookstore, the Merc
🌳 A guided tour of the beautiful campus
We’re so proud of these future teachers as they take their first steps toward inspiring the next generation! Thank you to Emory & Henry University for hosting our students and supporting their journey.
WCPS is excited to announce the kick off for the Parent Resouce Center. Come out to the EO Building in Abingdon to explore the resources available to families! Also check out the online presence @WashingtonCountySchoolsParentResourceCenter
WCPS Alumni Spotlight: Sarah Jones ~ John S. Battle High School ~ Class of 2006.
We are thrilled to highlight Ms. Sarah Jones, a proud John S. Battle 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. Sarah Jones, a proud John S. Battle 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
