Good afternoon, WCPS Families & Staff -- Due to the current heartbreaking devastation in Damascus, several of our schools still without power, internet or phone service, and many families without any utilities, including water, Washington County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2024. We have moved frozen food from several schools without electricity to a refrigerated trailer, generously provided by Food City. A huge shoutout to our Maintenance and Cafeteria teams and to our School Board Members who spent their Saturday morning moving frozen food. However, many schools have lost all their refrigerated food items, and we will need to place orders for replacements on Monday. We will not be able to provide childcare at most schools for those same reasons and staffing concerns. If that changes, your child's school will send you more information. Thank you for your patience as we work through this situation together, as a community. Please pray for our students and friends in Damascus, with many, having lost everything. We are in the process of identifying needs and will provide information soon about how we can help our friends and neighbors. Be safe, Keith Perrigan, Ed.D. Superintendent Washington County Public Schools 812 Thompson Dr. Abingdon, VA 24210 276-739-3000 @WashCoSuper “Committed to the Success of Every Student“
Washington County Public Schools will be CLOSED Friday, September 27, 2024. The decision to close is based on forecast models calling for heavy rain to continue into Friday, which could lead to flash flooding. Hurricane Helene is also expected to bring strong winds, possibly gusting over 65 mph at times. Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a State of Emergency for Virginia due to the anticipated impacts of Hurricane Helene and we have been informed that swift water rescue and other emergency teams have been dispatched to the area as a precaution.
Because of this closure, child care will be offered for working parents from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Friday, at each elementary school. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all students by Washington County Public Schools. Each elementary school will send out additional information about child care. The Boys and Girls Club will also provide child care for students already enrolled in the program, at Woodland Hills Christian Church beginning at 9:00 a.m. Washington County Public Schools will provide breakfast and lunch for those students as well. *Please have a backup plan for child care in the event conditions deteriorate overnight to the point it is unsafe to travel -- A final decision on child care availability will be made after reevaluating conditions in the morning.
Please take the following steps to prepare for the impacts of Hurricane Helene to help ensure the safety of your family:
Be Self-Sufficient for 72 Hours: Make sure you have enough food, water, medication, flashlights and other essential supplies to last for at least three days.
Stay Informed: Keep an eye on trusted weather reports and updates on the storm's path and any potential impacts to our area
Expect Road and Utility Disruptions: Roads could be blocked, and various utilities such as power, water and communication services may be impacted. Plan accordingly.
Exercise Caution: Avoid travel during heavy rain and wind, especially in areas prone to flooding or landslides. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads.
Due to flood warnings, downed trees, and the potential of another 5 inches of rain today Washington County Public Schools will be CLOSED on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
Health & Medical Science students are studying infection control and microorganisms. They inoculated Petri dishes with samples from Chromebooks, doorknobs, and other areas around the building and are observing the growth of bacteria.
Auto Body students are busy with a range of projects—repairing dents, spraying saddle bags, and stripping fenders for a flawless finish!
Our Culinary Arts II students whipped up a delicious Chicken Creole today, featuring a bold and spicy red sauce!
Big thanks to Lincoln Tech's National Auto Diesel College for presenting to our WCCTEC Auto students today! Your insights are helping shape the future of our aspiring automotive professionals.
Thursday, October 3 8:30 - 2:30
Today, we held the SkillsUSA officer inductions at the Washington County Career and Technical Education Center for both our morning and afternoon officers. Congratulations to these leaders!
Today in Culinary Arts, students whipped up a delicious Tomato Basil Bisque, bringing fresh flavors to the table!
Criminal Justice students have been sharpening their skills in baton techniques and mastering the proper use of force in hands-on training sessions!
Students in Mr. Casteel's class are building apps with the help of CGI professionals, Mr. Bruce Crowder, Ms. Beth Dalton, Mr. Gavin Lester, and Mr. Thomas Mittag. They are currently in the brainstorming/storyboarding phase of the process.
Early Childhood Education class spent their first day in their brand new classroom at the new EO building. They are excited to bring their personal touches to life in this space!
The first year Culinary students learn ten knife skills before advancing onto other things. This week they have learned and demonstrated the julienne, fine julienne, and the batonnet. In the next few days, we will complete the final seven knife skills.
School will dismiss three hours early today for an afternoon of fun at the Washington County Fair!
Flu Vaccine Clinic: WCPS is scheduled to have flu vaccine clinics in schools October 8th, 10th and 11th. Be on the lookout for student registration forms being sent home.
Trevor, a stylist from Pretty In A Minute, demonstrates lots of styling tools to students in Ms. Duncan's and Ms. Malone's Cosmetology classes. Students have the opportunity to use the tools and purchase them at a discount for their future careers.
Mr. Marousek's Welding students working on the first phase of the trailer project for the ECU Battle of the Builds competition!
WCCTEC Engineering 1/Robotics students built a robot system using specified criteria and constraints. They tested their designs, evaluated performance, and handled and collected data to explore ways to improve their designs.
Early Childhood Education class watched a TedTalk about what makes good teachers great. The students then wrote what they thought makes a good teacher great. They made the pop tarts to resemble a great teacher!
