Local children’s book author, Glen Thomason, is continuing the tradition of
reading his books to Watauga Elementary’s first graders. A new group of
students are being introduced to Thomason’s beloved character Duke the dog.
Not only does Thomason read his books to the children throughout the year, he
also speaks with them about the writing process.
about 9 hours ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
Local children’s book author, Glen Thomason, is continuing the tradition of reading his books to Watauga Elementary’s first graders.
Fourth grade scientists at Watauga Elementary have been busy practicing the scientific process, identifying variables, and collecting data! Students completed a tissue investigation to see which of three different brands of tissues absorbed the most liquid. In case you’re curious, the Member’s Mark brand was the conclusion they reached! They also collected qualitative and quantitative data in a lemon lab. They collected quantitative data using balance scales for mass, rulers for diameter, and graduated cylinders for liquid volume. They used their five senses to collect qualitative data. Tasting the lemon was the favorite part of the lab for most students!
1 day ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
Fourth grade scientists at Watauga Elementary have been busy practicing the scientific process, identifying variables, and collecting data!
Watauga Elementary would like to recognize the students that represented our school at the School Days at the Fair Talent Show. Kayode Frazier (5th grade) performed “ In the Hall of the Mountain King” and “ Third Movement from Classical Sonatina” on piano. Ellie Ellison, Juliette Farnum, and Mary Grace McReynolds (4th grade) performed a dance and tumble routine to “ We On Top”.
2 days ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
Watauga Elementary would like to recognize the students that represented our school at the School Days at the Fair Talent Show. Kayode Frazier (5th grade) performed “ In the Hall of the Mountain King” and “ Third Movement from Classical Sonatina” on piano. Ellie Ellison, Juliette Farnum, and Mary Grace McReynolds (4th grade) performed a dance and tumble routine to “ We On Top”.
☀️💛 Our Watauga Wildcats are spreading kindness through our Bags of Sunshine campaign! 🌟

Our Paws for a Cause club members are working hard to organize these special bags filled with encouragement and care. Each bag is a reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day. ✨🐾

We’re so proud of our students for leading the way in showing compassion and making a difference in our community! 💙
7 days ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
☀️💛 Our Watauga Wildcats are spreading kindness through our Bags of Sunshine campaign! 🌟 Our Paws for a Cause club members are working hard to organize these special bags filled with encouragement and care. Each bag is a reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can brighten someone’s day. ✨🐾 We’re so proud of our students for leading the way in showing compassion and making a difference in our community! 💙
At Watauga, our students are nominated each week as World Changers—and we celebrate them with random weekly winners. But there’s one person who shows us what it means to be a World Changer every single day, all day long: our principal, Mrs. Nunley!

Through her leadership, kindness, and vision, Mrs. Nunley reminds us that changing the world starts right here in our school. She encourages us to be World-Class learners, Optimistic thinkers, Resilient problem-solvers, Leaders with character, and Determined students—because that’s what it means to be a Watauga Wildcat.

Thank you, Mrs. Nunley, for being our example and leading the way as the ultimate Watauga World Changer!
9 days ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
There’s one person who shows us what it means to be a World Changer every single day, all day long: our principal, Mrs. Nunley!

Here's some happenings from Mrs. Farnum's Music classes:

*2nd grade Mrs. McCall's class played a singing game titled “ Good King Leopold” in which students have to use their whisper, speaking, singing, and shouting voice.

*Students in Ms. Hoffman’s 5th grade class performed a cup routine to the song “ The Fig Leaf Rag”.

*Students in Mrs. Combs' 2nd grade class practiced ascending and descending on the glockenspiels as they learn about pitch movement: Up, down, and the same.

*Kindergarten from Mrs. Cunningham's class practiced high and low sounds on the glockenspiels with a song about going up and down the tone ladder.

10 days ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
Happenings from Mrs. Farnum's Music Class at WES.
Happenings from Mrs. Farnum's Music Class at WES.
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
10 days ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
In science class, students in Mrs. Jones’ class investigated with celery to explore how water is transported throughout the plant. After this investigation, students enjoyed a snack entitled “Ants on a Log”. It was a delicious way to learn!
🚌🛑 Bus Safety at Watauga! 🛑🚌 Today our PK–1st grade Wildcats learned all about bus safety with Mr. Pat and Mr. Darrell! They practiced how to safely get on and off the bus, the importance of staying seated, and how to be respectful to their driver and classmates while riding. A big thank you to Mr. Pat, Mr. Darrell, Mr. McCroskey, Mr. Thomas, Ms. Beverly, Ms. Marilyn, Ms. Val, and Mr. Charlie for keeping our Watauga students safe on the road every day! 🚌 💙
about 1 month ago, Ashley Frye
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🎨🌎 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing art teacher, Ms. Jasmine Wiles, for creating our front hallway mural!

It perfectly reflects our Watauga Elementary mission of changing the world one student at a time and ties beautifully to this year’s theme. Your creativity and talent have brought our vision to life in such a vibrant and inspiring way. 💙💛
about 1 month ago, Ashley Frye
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Join me in welcoming our newest Wildcat Teachers! 🐯💙
Ms. Lorelai Thomas-Kindergarten
Ms. Lillie Ruble-Special Education
Mrs. Gracie Yates-2nd Grade
Ms. Kyndall Foster-5th Grade
Ms. Sara Kate Turner-1st Grade
Mrs. Elizabeth Cox-4th Grade
It's going to be a great year at Watauga!
about 1 month ago, Ashley Frye
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Kickoff to Connection

The Washington County Public Schools Parent Resource Center is hosting its very first event—Kickoff to Connection!

* When: September 25
*Where: EO Building, Abingdon
*Time: 4:00–6:00 p.m.

This resource fair is designed to support and empower families of students with disabilities. You’ll have the chance to meet community partners, each hosting a table with valuable information, resources, and support for your family.

It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with local organizations offering a wide range of services—come join us and start building your network!

Be sure to give the Parent Resource Center Facebook page a follow: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577049952532
about 1 month ago, WCPS Social Media
Parent Resource Center Kickoff to Connection Resource Fair
Hello Wildcat Families!

We hope you are all having a wonderful summer and enjoying some well-deserved time to relax and recharge! We are already looking forward to seeing all of our students and families back in August. 💙

📚Attached you will find the 2025-2026 Supply List! Be sure to check it out so your child has everything they need to start the year off strong.
Please note --There will NOT be a $10 supply fee this year!

🗓️ Registration Day will be held on Tuesday, August 5th — more details will be shared soon, so stay tuned!

If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 276-739-3600 — we’re happy to help.

Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back!
Watauga Wildcats are going to change the WORLD!🌍
about 2 months ago, Ashley Frye
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Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!
2 months ago, WCPS Central Office
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Hey WCPS Teachers, it's time to #SharpenTheAx with some Summer Learning Opportunities! Looking forward to seeing everyone the next two days at the SW Center!
2 months ago, WCPS Central Office
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Summer school students at Watauga Elementary School had a special visitor this morning! Virginia State Trooper Chris Combs stopped by to share what it's like to serve and protect as a State Trooper. From safety tips to sirens, students got an up-close look at law enforcement in action. Thank you, Trooper Combs, for inspiring our young learners and keeping our community safe!
3 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Watauga Elementary School Virginia State Police Visit
Watauga Elementary School Virginia State Police Visit
Watauga Elementary School Virginia State Police Visit
Watauga Elementary School Virginia State Police Visit
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
4 months ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Congratulations to another group of our Million Word Readers!
Happy National School Nurse Day! Today, we're giving a BIG shoutout to the superheroes in scrubs who keep our schools healthy -- our amazing WCPS nurses! From bandaging scraped knees to managing complex health needs, they are always there with compassion and care. Check out the video below to see just how incredible our nurses are in action: https://youtu.be/1LtB6eG4Bug To every school nurse in WCPS: Thank You! You are the heartbeat of our schools, and we appreciate you more than words (or thermometers) can measure!
4 months ago, WCPS Social Media
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers! Other Million Word Readers who are not pictured are John T., Aria M., and Lorelai F.
5 months ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our second group of Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers! Check back for another post with more of our million word readers!
5 months ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers!
WES is proud of our Million Word Readers
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
5 months ago, David Baber- Instructional Tech. Resource Teacher
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.
In Library classes, Mrs. Williams has been reading the VA Reads picture books with students, and we get to vote for this year's winner! Students have also been working in a variety of stations, from engineering and problem solving to math, literacy, and art.