So excited to share #TECHTREK at Wallace Middle School today for their Fun and Fabulous Learning Day. #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper
WCPS Students going into grades 5,6,and 7: Be sure to check out this fun opportunity available to you this summer. Registration has begun and spaces are limited, so please check it out and if you are interested, register soon.
The Washington Co. Career & Technical Center will have an Open House on March 12, 6:00-8:00.
This is open to all 8th graders and their parents who would like to visit our shops, labs and classrooms and learn about the NINE different program areas we offer at the WCCTEC. Instructors will be on hand to answer questions.
Dear Families
This is just a reminder that schools will dismiss 2 hours early tomorrow, February 22, for Parent/Teacher Conferences. Please make arrangements for your child's transportation.
Thank you,
Washington County Schools
Be sure to check out these exciting opportunities for our students sponsored by the Washington County Public Library next month!
During Virginia Kindness Week (Feb. 12-16), the WMS SCA sold links for a kindness chain. The SCA collected $162 to be donated to a local charity. Congratulations to the 7th grade who bought 363 links!
Thursday, February 22 is a 2-hour Early Dismissal & Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Meet your School Board Member - Adam Wilson on Tuesday, February 20 @ 3 PM in the WMS cafeteria. All parents, students, and community members are welcome.
On February 15, students, faculty, and staff from WMS showed their appreciation for SRO Brian Stainker by giving him candy, gift cards, and his favorite energy drinks. Thank you Officer Stainker for all you do for WMS.
Good afternoon,
A few folks have reached out to us about increased cases of flu and other illnesses in our schools. After reviewing the attendance data at every school in our division, we noticed that a few of our schools have had a slight increase in the number of students who are absent and/or checked out of school early. Thankfully, the increases are not to the extent that we would consider closing school or making other schedule changes.
However, in order to make our learning environments as safe and healthy as possible, we have approved overtime for all custodians and have directed them to make sure all areas of our schools are properly cleaned and disinfected, especially those areas with higher than normal absences. We will also be disinfecting school buses as necessary.
We appreciate the communication from our families about the increase in illnesses and we hope that everyone who has been affected feels better soon. If we see attendance rate increase at an alarming rate, we will communicate with the local Health Department about how to best address the situation. In the meantime, we hope you and your family stay healthy and avoid the Flu, COVID, and the other illnesses that seem to peak this time of year.
Thank you,
Keith Perrigan, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Public Schools
812 Thompson Dr.
Abingdon, VA 24210
276-739-3000
@WashCoSuper
Washington County Little League Bristol Area:
Families, we hope that you'll take advantage of this very timely and informative session being offered free of charge for all our families. Join via ZOOM tonight for the next session in our Mental Health Series The ABCs of Substance Use and Vaping!
During the month of February, WMS students are participating in a variety of activities to celebrate Black History Month. Some of these activities include researching notable African Americans and completing an art project called The Body Biography Project, writing persuasive essays concerning the renaming of schools, and discussing the Jazz Era and how the spirituals of African American slaves and their descendants would shaped American music forever.
Due to downed trees and power lines in some parts of the County, bus service will be delayed for some students as we reroute buses. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
On Friday, February 9, 2024, the WMS Cafeteria staff prepared a special Super Bowl treat for students, faculty, and staff. Friday's meal consisted of traditional "football food", like wings and nachos. WMS is honored to be served by Ms. Miranda and her Super Crew!
Today, February 12, 2024, was the kick off for our World's Finest Chocolate fundraiser. Students will be bringing home permission slips today. As students return signed permission slips, they will be given one box of candy bars.
A few reminders/guidelines:
--Each box contains 60 candy bars (Students are responsible for $60.00 value).
--No door to door selling.
--Students should not bring their boxes to school to sell as most students will be participating.
--When finished, please put money in a sealed envelope with the student name and give it to the homeroom teacher.
--Prizes are awarded for top sellers (see attached information sheet).
The last day for our fundraiser is scheduled for Thursday, February 29, 2024.
Next week is kindness week! See the flyer for more information and dress up days!
WMS loves Mrs. Buffalow!
In recognition of National School Counseling week, the WMS Student Ambassadors, SCA, and Beta Club presented Mrs. Buffalow with a variety of gifts to show their appreciation for all that she does.
Lacrosse Opportunity for Washington County Students:
Attention 8th Grade Students and Parents:
Join Ms. Munsey from the Washington County Career & Technical Education Center for a presentation discussing what the WCCTEC has to offer!
6:00 PM in the WMS Auditorium on Thursday, February 8, 2024
