Washington County High School

Today, we proudly hosted the CACRAO College Fair at our site, offering an incredible opportunity for early exposure to a wide range of colleges and universities! 🌟 Upperclassmen had the opportunity to register and explore future possibilities and learn firsthand from representatives of these amazing schools: Colleges in Attendance: • Appalachian State University • Barton College • Campbell University • Charleston Southern University • Chowan University • College Foundation of North Carolina • East Carolina University • Elizabeth City State University • Fayetteville State University • Johnson & Wales University • Lees-McRae College • Liberty University • Livingstone College • Martin Community College • Mid-Atlantic Christian University • North Carolina A&T State University • North Carolina Central University • North Carolina State University • North Carolina Wesleyan University • Old Dominion University • Pitt Community College • Randolph College • Regent University • Salem College • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • The University of North Carolina at Greensboro • UNC Charlotte • UNC Pembroke • Universal Technical Institute • University of Mount Olive • University of North Carolina Asheville • University of North Carolina Wilmington • Wake Forest University • Western Carolina University We’re thrilled to provide our students with early exposure to so many pathways for their future education and careers! 📚✨

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that one of our own new teachers has been named WITN’s Teacher of the Week! 🎉 Huge congratulations to our former Teacher Cadet and now amazing 6th grade math teacher! 🌟👏 We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll achieve! 📚🧮✨

Dr. White and SGM Arnold wishing PFC Forbes the best of luck on his military journey. PFC Forbes will ship out to his first duty station tomorrow. ARMY STRONG!

Welding is one of our newest pathways, and it’s thriving! Check out these images of our welding cohort as they get their hands-on experience, mastering skills, and perfecting their craft! Welding is an in-demand trade that opens doors to high-paying careers across various industries. In Eastern North Carolina, welders earn an average salary of around $45,000 to $55,000 annually, with opportunities for even higher earnings as skills and experience grow. This pathway is setting our students up for success in a rewarding field that continues to expand! #CTE #welding #Entertheworkforce

Today, some of our Adobe students had an exciting tour of the WITN studios! This trip directly aligned with the skills they’re learning in the Adobe classroom. Our students were fascinated by: • Local and syndicated programming • Adobe Illustrator in action • The behind-the-scenes of WITN’s streaming services • The tower in Grifton, NC, and its impressive height • Newscasting, programming, and coding • Advertising They even saw how the meteorologist uses technology to enhance weather reports, and learned that Adobe Illustrator is a daily tool for the team! #CTE #Adobe

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Congratulations to Ms. Moorer on winning the homecoming door decorating contest! Special recognition to Ms. Sanders for your amazing creativity, and a heartfelt thank you to Ms. Lawrence for all of your assistance in helping bring their visions to life!

Today, WCS Board of Ed. dedicated the central office building as the "Julius Walker Jr. Administrative Building"! Mr. Walker was surrounded by friends, family and colleagues as we dedicated the facility with a new sign commemorating the change. Congratulations to Mr. Walker!

In honor of the homecoming parade celebrating both WCHS & WCECHS, all WCS students and staff will be released at 1:00 pm tomorrow, Friday, Oct 18, 2024. All hourly employees who choose to leave early should be sure to get with your supervisors to make arrangements within the current pay period to make up for your missed time. Review the "School Closing/Inclement Weather" guidelines for employees listed under QuickLinks on our main page (or click here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10S65B2Ifh3O10Qk67USbdjW07IQFtxoCVgMgSxyeeUE/edit?usp=sharing) Be sure to come out and support our schools. Let's go Panthers!

It’s Spirit Week at WCHS! Here are a few images we’ve captured. Stay tuned...

🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉 It’s OFFICIAL! Robert Cody Field is now the home of Washington County High School! 🏈🙌 Tonight’s dedication was filled with pride and excitement as we honored this incredible milestone. Congratulations Coach Cody #RobertCodyField #WCHS #ProudPanthers

We are excited for our Pink Out Game tomorrow! 💖🎉 Come out at 7PM and join us as we celebrate a coaching legend during halftime! 🏈🎤 And don’t forget to swing by the concession stand for free breast cancer awareness resources! 🎗️ See you there! 👏 #wearpink #THEECoachCody

Great news! Today, our Career Development Coordinator and College Advisor teamed up for a college tour at East Carolina University. Students from WCHS and WCECHS who expressed interest had the opportunity to explore ECU’s renowned hospitality and business departments. They learned about the hands-on experiences offered in the Hospitality Management program, including internships at top-tier hotels and restaurants, as well as the Business School’s impressive leadership programs and entrepreneurial resources. The day ended with lunch in ECU’s lively campus cafeteria, making the experience even more memorable! #Exposure #CTE

Hurricane Helene Supply Drive! WCS will be collecting donations to send toward the relief efforts following the disastrous effects in the western part of the state. Please view this flyer for details on how you can help. Donations are due by Thurs., 10/17! Thanks in advance!

Help Us Help Them: The Washington County High School National Honor Society is seeking your collaboration to support those in the West impacted by Hurricane Helena.

📢 Exciting Opportunity! We're thrilled to share this College Fair happening at BCCC.

📚✨ School-Wide AVID in Action! ✨📚 Our school is proud to share the incredible work done during a recent AVID event with the entire student body! 🎉 Each grade level developed their own AVID Social Contracts, they will be displayed throughout the school, fostering a culture of collaboration, respect, and personal accountability. These contracts are more than just words—they represent a commitment from 100% of our student body to support one another in achieving academic excellence. This event marks a major milestone toward one of our AVID goals for the year, and we couldn’t be more excited! 🎯 Our current AVID initiative for the semester is Focused Note-Taking, helping students sharpen their learning and study skills across all subjects. A huge shoutout to Ms. Barber and Mr. Perry, whose passion and seamless teamwork continue to bring AVID principles to life throughout our school. We’re all in this together as we prepare every student for success in both college and careers! 🙌 #AVIDExcellence #FocusedNoteTaking #TeamAVID #CollegeAndCareerReady #PANTHERPRIDE

🎉🏞️ WAKANDA FOREVER! Homecoming Spirit Week is almost here!🖤💛 Get ready for a week full of fun, pride, and Panther spirit! Mark your calendars for October 14th-18th and join us as we celebrate with a Wakanda-themed Spirit Week! 🔥✨ MONDAY 10/14: 💤 “Sleep Like a Panther” Day Wear your coziest, school-appropriate pajamas! 🛌😴 TUESDAY 10/15: 👵 “Respect the Ancestors” Day Dress like a senior citizen and honor our elders! 👴👓 WEDNESDAY 10/16: 🎬 “Lights, Camera, Action!” Day Come dressed as your favorite movie/TV character! 🎥🌟 THURSDAY 10/17: 🔄 “Code Switch” Day Students dress like teachers, teachers dress like students! 👩‍🏫👟 FRIDAY 10/18: 🖤 “Umoja (Unity) Within the Pride” Day Let’s unite and dress in all black for the grand finale! 🦁✊ Let’s make this week legendary, Panthers! 🌍🐾 #WakandaForever #PantherPride #SpiritWeek #Homecoming2024

Today, a group of our 8th graders participated in the College of the Albemarle’s Middle School Manufacturing Tour, where they were introduced to a variety of programs, including: • HVAC and Electrical • Welding • Aviation (AVI) • Machining • Drafting • Information Technology (IT) • Engineering An enrollment table was also available, offering students the opportunity to learn more about enrolling at COA, either as adults or through the Career and College Promise Dual Enrollment Program. #CTE #earlyexposure #handsonlearning

Vendors, don’t miss out! We’re inviting you to sign up for our Homecoming Game! Secure your spot for just $200 and showcase your products at this exciting event. Spaces are limited, and the deadline is 10/11/2024. Act fast and be part of the action! #Homecoming2024 #VendorSpotlight #SupportLocal Step 1: Complete the form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1lmXNXj9M_wDw4piXtJQxl2hSD_aQCH5LATTK21Izh7k/viewform Step 2: Pay the entry fee before 10/11:2024 Step 3: Set up immediately following the parade Step 4: Enjoy the homecoming game!