Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 have really enjoyed playing Container Ball this week. They have learned what it means to work cooperatively!
The students learned a lot about music this week in Mrs. Farnum's Music class:
Picture 1- Students in Mrs. Briscoe's kindergarten class made music notes out of playdoh; Picture 2- Student in Mrs. Ellison's class learned how to notate a pair of eighth notes; Picture 3- Students in Mrs. Casteel's class played the boomwhackers to the song " Skeleton Dance"; Picture 4- Students in Mrs. Persiani's class played a Trick or Treat card game in which they have to read, clap, and say the rhythm in order to earn a treat.
Washington County VA Schools has several employment openings at this time. Some include Special Education Aides, Child Nutrition Assistants, Bus Drivers, ESL Tutors, and more. Check out the listings by clicking here: https://washingtonco.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
AHS's Softball Team receives a huge gift from @jellyroll615 after the Country Thunder Concert to send them to a Spring Tournament in Orlando, Florida. See more https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/abingdon-high-softball-team-receives-donation-from-country-thunder-artist-jelly-roll/
Reminder to register for tonight's webinar on Your Child’s Anxiety. LINK: http://cookcenter.info/Oct10Washington
The 2nd grade students dressed in their best for Western Wildcat Wednesday and Tropical Tourist Thursday.
Fifth graders love having DARE with Officer Watson. He even sneaks in some police stories which are their favorite thing.
A preview of updated Family Life Instructional materials and an opportunity to ask questions will be held on October 26, 2023, from 6-7 p.m. in the Abingdon High School Library. Your child’s school will notify you of topics and content to be covered in Family Life. This notification from your child’s school will also include consent and opt-out options.
Oct. 9-13 is National School Lunch Week. Join us in showing our appreciation to the our food service workers for the hard work and dedication they provide on a daily basis! #WashingtonWay
Watauga Pre-K students enjoyed team dress up day for Homecoming Spirit Week!
Oct. 2 is National Custodial Worker's Recognition Day! Washington County Schools has the finest custodial staff around and we want to recognize the hard work and effort that goes into keeping our facilities safe and clean each day! Reach out in appreciation. #WashingtonWay
October is National Bully Prevention Month.
WCPS teachers, administrators and School Board Member, Mr. Bill Brooks, learning how to use Virtual Reality as an instructional tool. #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper
WASHINGTON COUNTY DAY OF SERVICE. This Day of Service offers multiple community service projects across Washington County by our students. These effort will build leadership, citizenship and a sense of pride in our community. For more details see https://5il.co/24w04
Mrs. Laken's kindergarten kiddos are learning to write their numbers 0-5.
Watauga kindergarten students have been excited to learn about American symbols.
First Grade Mathematicians: First grade students have been working hard in math to build number sense. We have practiced subitizing with dice, ten frames and dominoes, as well as counting and comparing numbers. The students below are constructing a life-size number line. The number line was used to gain a deeper understanding of number order, greater than, less than, and even and odd. We love math!
Pave the way for your child’s social success. The October Mental Health Newsletter (English) (Spanish) is a trusted resource for helping teach your child how to make and maintain healthy friendships. Check out the Schools' websites to access ParentGuidance.org resources.
Hey Jr Falcons! Be sure to check out this information about the Abingdon Youth Basketball Clinic.
Washington County Schools is excited to announce the opportunity for our families to qualify for assistance with their local internet service. For full details, see the article on the WCS Website. https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1252948
