Dear Washington County School Community,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to provide an important update regarding the construction of our new school building. As you may be aware, this project is a significant investment in the future of our students and community, and we have been eagerly anticipating its completion.
Unfortunately, I must inform you that the delivery and opening of the new building will be delayed until late fall. Despite the best efforts of our construction team and partners, unexpected site issues have impacted the project timeline.
We understand that this news may be disappointing, especially for those who were looking forward to utilizing the new facilities. Please rest assured that we are doing everything in our power to address these issues and expedite the completion process. Our primary concern remains the safety and quality of the building, and we are committed to ensuring that it meets the highest standards.
Although this is an unfortunate circumstance, we are still moving forward with our planned consolidation of Washington County Elementary School (formerly Pines and Creswell Elementary Schools) and Washington County High School (combined WCHS and WCMS). We appreciate your understanding and patience as we navigate this situation.
We will continue to keep you updated on the progress of the project and will notify you of the new expected completion date as soon as it is confirmed. Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we work towards providing the best possible educational environment for our students.
Sincerely,
David O. White, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Schools
If you missed the WCS Substitute Refresher Training Class offered in July, don't worry! A makeup class will be held on August 15, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Pre-K Roper building. Current substitutes need to check their email for a calendar invite. New substitutes must complete the online Substitute 101 Class and present a copy of their certificate to be admitted to the refresher/orientation class. Remember, without this training, you will not be eligible to substitute for the 2024 to 2025 school year at WCS.
Parents and Guardians please see the attached School Supply List for WCES.
WCES Kindergarten Kickoff will be Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Parents and Guardians come out to meet your child's teacher and administrators. This will be a great opportunity for your child to get acclimated to their surroundings.
During the WCS Board of Education Meeting on Tuesday, the WCS Central Support Services was renamed the "Julius Walker, Jr. Administrative Building. This name will be carried on in the future if and when there is a change in location. Congratulations to Mr. Julius Walker, Jr. for having this great honor bestowed upon him. The WCHS Football Field was renamed the "Robert Cody Football Field". This name change will be carried on to the current and future football fields. Congratulations to Coach Robert Cody for having this honor bestowed upon him. Coach Cody has won the most football games during his tenure. Mr. and Mrs. Barsanti shared the EF Educational Tours Presentation for the opportunity for future cultural experiences for scholars and staff to travel abroad.
On behalf of WCS Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. David O. White have happy and safe 4th of July holiday. Take some time to relax and enjoy family and friends.
Announcement: There will be a second opportunity to tryout for JV cheerleaders on August 1, 2024 and the time (TBD). There will not be anymore cheerleader tryouts beyond August 1, 2024 until the 2025-2026 academic year. You will need to have a current physical form in order to tryout. Thank you. Mr. Crossen, Athletic Director
Congratulations to Dr. David O. White, Superintendent of Washington County School. Dr. White was administered the Oath of Office by Mr. Keith Phelps, Clerk of Superior Court for Washington County. Dr. White was joined by his family, friends, community stakeholders, scholars and WC faculty and staff. We are looking forward to a great school year in Washington County.
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Day 3 - Tracking BRAVO Company Washington County Panthers Battalion JROTC at JCLC Leadership Camp in Blackstone, Virginia. Pre-Basic Training with the Cadre the cadets were eager to learn new experiences. Drown Proofing, Boats, Floats, Rope Bridge and Night Compass Course were the stations in rotations. The Safety Motto for the day was: "Safety By Choice Not By Chance." Job well done!
Day 3 - Tracking BRAVO Company Washington County Panthers Battalion JROTC at JCLC Leadership Camp in Blackstone, Virginia. Pre-Basic Training with the Cadre the cadets were eager to learn new experiences. Drown Proofing, Boats, Floats, Rope Bridge and Night Compass Course were the stations in rotations. The Safety Motto for the day was: "Safety By Choice Not By Chance." Job well done!
Day 2 - Tracking BRAVO Company Washington County Panthers Battalion JROTC at JCLC Leadership Camp in Blackstone, Virginia. Pre-Basic Training with SGM Arnold and SFC James, the cadets were eager to learn new experiences. LRC, Land Navigation, Archery, Rifle Marksmanship and STEM were the stations in rotations. Job well done!
Day 2 - Tracking BRAVO Company Washington County Panthers Battalion JROTC at JCLC Leadership Camp in Blackstone, Virginia. Pre-Basic Training with SGM Arnold and SFC James, the cadets were eager to learn new experiences. LRC, Land Navigation, Archery, Rifle Marksmanship and STEM were the stations in rotations. Job well done!
WCHS volleyball workout will be held on Monday, June 24th and Thursday, June 27th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. All scholar athletes must have a current physical examination on file to participate in the workouts. Please plan accordingly.
The Washington County Panthers Battalion JROTC arrival at JCLC Leadership Camp in Blackstone, Virginia. The cadets chosen to attend this week-long Pre-Basic Training with SGM Arnold and SFC James were eager to travel to learn new experiences. Day 1 was a success with Arrival, ALPHA, BRAVO and CHARLIE Company assignments, Safety Briefing, organization of sleeping quarters, getting acquainted, dining, preparation for day 2 and lights out.
Congratulations to the Washington County Middle School 8th Grade Scholars on your completion on of your Middle School years. Now on to High School where you will matriculate the next level on your academic journey. Learn something new everyday. Get involved in clubs and participate in many activities. Give back to your community as often as you can. We are looking forward to your greatness. Again, congratulations!
Field Day Experiences at CES, PES and WCMS were filled with fun, games, laughter and music. Thank you to the WCHS JROTC Cadets for making this a great event for the scholars and the staff. Tug-of-war, hula hoops, hop scotch, sack racing, and refreshments. You are always ready to assist others in a moments notice. We appreciate you for all that you do for your community. Thank you SMG Arnold for leading the way.
Congratulations to our 5th Graders at Creswell Elementary School completing all of their requirements moving on to the 6th Grade. Thank you to all of the Visiting International Faculty (VIF) for sharing your language and culture with our scholars.
CES Field Day was filled with fun, games, laughter and music. Thank you to the WCHS JROTC Cadets for making this a great event for the scholars and the staff. Tug-of-war, hula hoops, hop scotch, sack racing, and refreshments.
