Washington County High School

Our Foods I students are hard at work mastering the details that make every meal experience special! From table appointments to napkin folding, they’re learning that presentation and preparation are just as important as taste. 🍽️👏

🏐 Panther Volleyball Season Wrap-Up! 🖤💛 What an incredible season it’s been for our Lady Panthers Volleyball Team! This year’s squad showed tremendous growth, heart, and teamwork from start to finish. As we close out this season, we’re already excited for what’s ahead. With several returning team members, the future looks bright, and we can’t wait to see even more accomplishments and victories next season! Once a Panther, always a Panther! 🐾💪 #PantherPride #VolleyballStrong #PantherNation

💖 Breast Cancer Awareness Reminder! 💖 Be sure to visit our Breast Cancer Awareness Resource Table that Mrs. Bell set up for us tonight! 🎀 Grab some awareness gifts, take a selfie, and show your support for the cause. Don’t forget to use #WCHSPinkOut and tag us in your photos! Let’s paint the night PINK for awareness and strength! 💪🏽✨

Our Early Childhood Education program continues to thrive! We’re excited to share that Zariah Riddick is on track to graduate from Beaufort County Community College this Spring with her Early Childhood Certificate through the Career & College Promise (CCP) Program. #CTE

For the first time since launching our Welding Program, we are proud to announce that two of our students are projected to graduate from Beaufort County Community College with their Welding Certificate in the Spring. This achievement is a true reflection of their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence. It also marks a major milestone for our school as we continue to strengthen our Career and Technical Education (CTE) partnerships with BCCC through the Career & College Promise (CCP) Program. Congratulations, Christian and Kwalik! #CTE

🔥 Our welding students are honing their skills and perfecting their craft every day! Each spark brings them closer to mastery as they build, create, and innovate in the workshop. Keep up the great work! 💪🔧

🎓 What RDS Is

The Residency Determination Service (RDS) is the official system used by the state of North Carolina to determine whether a student qualifies as an in-state or out-of-state resident for tuition purposes and state financial aid.

🧾 Why It Matters

If you’re classified as an in-state resident, you pay significantly lower tuition at public colleges and universities (UNC System schools, community colleges, etc.).

RDS also affects eligibility for state grants and scholarships, like the NC Education Lottery Scholarship or NC Need-Based Grant.

⚙️ How It Works

Students complete an online RDS application at www.NCResidency.org

🕓 When to Complete It

You should complete RDS before applying for admission or financial aid.

Good afternoon, Panthers! We’re excited to celebrate our Pink Out Senior Night this Friday as we honor our amazing fall athletes and recognize their hard work, dedication, and school spirit! 🏈 Event Details: • Senior Recognition Announcement: 6:30 PM (before kickoff) • Location: Visitors’ side of the field • Who: All seniors from the following programs will be recognized: • Football • Cheerleaders • JROTC • Volleyball • Drum Line (if applicable) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents/Guardians: Please be lined up on the visitors’ side by 6:15 PM. Students and parents will line up in alphabetical order by student’s last name within their respective programs. Let’s fill the stands in pink and show our support for our seniors and breast cancer awareness! 💗

🎓 College Application Week is 10/20/25-1024/25! 🎓 The week of 10/20/2025 we will celebrating the next chapter for our seniors — College Application Week is all about opening doors and creating opportunities! ✅ Students will be completing applications to colleges, universities, and trade programs. ✅ Counselors and staff will be helping them explore scholarships, career paths, and financial aid. ✅ Families will be joining in to support their students’ dreams. Every application submitted represents a step closer to a future full of possibilities — whether that’s earning a degree, learning a trade, or becoming a community leader. 🌟 Let’s cheer on our future graduates as they take this bold step toward their goals! #CollegeApplicationWeek #CTEWorks #FutureReady #CareerAndCollegePromise #WCHSPanthers

Congratulations to Coach James and the Washington County High School Panthers on securing another impressive road win Friday night against a well-coached Wayne Christian team! The Panthers faced some adversity throughout the game but battled through to claim a 26–21 victory. Standout performances came from Keitrell Sutton, Jeremiah Mann, and Tyshawn Stevens, who all played key roles in the win. Following the game, both teams came together at midfield for a heartfelt prayer in remembrance of the three E.E. Smith football players who tragically lost their lives in a car accident earlier this week. The Panthers will be back in action on Friday, October 17th at 7:00 PM, as they host Wilson Prep, last year’s Eastern Regional Finalist. This game will also serve as our Pink Out and Senior Night — let’s pack the stands and show our support!

Our JROTC cadets proudly represented Washington County High School today in the Fayetteville State University Homecoming Parade! #PANTHERPRIDE

Horticulture I students prepared rows inside a raised bed container to plant cabbage and used a clear plastic cover to retain moisture until the seeds reached the juvenile growth stage.

📢 5K Walk/Run Update Due to the 80% chance of rain, the 5K Walk/Run Committee has decided to postpone the event until Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM. We are still excited about this health and wellness event and look forward to seeing everyone come out and participate! 👉 Registration remains open, so there’s still time to sign up and join us for a fun, fitness-filled morning! Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 💪🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🎀 Senior Night + Pink Out Game = A Night to Remember! 🎀

Get ready, WCHS family and community! 💛💗 On Friday, October 17, 2025, we’re going BIG for Senior Night — and turning the stands PINK in support of Breast Cancer Awareness!

✨ Join us as we celebrate our amazing seniors and honor the fighters, survivors, and thrivers in our community.
💗 Wear your pink gear and show your support!
🛍️ Enjoy vendors (sign up link below), grab spirit items for the crowd, and learn more from our breast cancer awareness resources.
🎁 Breast cancer survivors: If you’ll be attending, please complete the form by 10/13/2025 — we have a special gift waiting for you near the gate!

Sign up to be a vendor:
https://forms.gle/KrvwGb7f6Wn5NvMZ8

Let’s fill the stands with love, pride, and pink power! 💪💗
#WCHSPinkOut #SeniorNight2025 #BreastCancerAwareness #CommunityStrong

Congratulations to Washington County HS Varsity Football Team and Coach James for another great win 53-0 against North Edgecombe. The Panthers came out hungry for a win on their homecoming and would not be denied. Great team win. Panthers improved to 3-2 after their third straight victory. Next Friday the Panthers will back on the road to face Wayne Christian Academy of Goldsboro NC.

Check out the October newsletter!

Horticulture Students in Action! Our Horticulture students have been hard at work preparing okra and collards for planting and care. In addition to their hands-on gardening skills, they successfully collected 15 gallons of rainwater to help with irrigation—practicing sustainability while supporting our school garden. Great job, students! Your dedication is helping our garden grow and thrive. #handsonlearning #cte