Washington County High School

✈️ It’s Exposure Time! Our first stop was East Carolina University, where students explored ECU’s Hospitality Management program and discovered just how many careers fall under the hospitality umbrella! From hotel and lodging management to food and beverage operations, tourism, event planning, conventions, marketing, and even entrepreneurship, hospitality offers a variety of pathways for students with different interests and talents. ECU’s program also provides hands-on learning and internship experiences that prepare students for leadership in the industry. Our Entrepreneurship, Health Science and WCECHS students were able to connect the dots and see how their current CTE pathways can lead into careers they may not have considered before. Hospitality needs business owners, managers, marketers, event professionals, customer-service leaders, and professionals who support hospitality and service operations in many different settings. That’s what exposure is all about—helping students see that their pathway doesn’t lead to just ONE career. It can open the door to many possibilities! 💜💛 Career exposure + real-world connections = students seeing what’s possible! #CTETakesFlight #CareerExposure #ECU #HospitalityManagement #CTE #WashingtonCountySchools #ConnectingTheDots

Our Health Science students are putting learning into action! 🩺🌎 Today, students presented their Cultural Health Assignments, exploring how culture can influence health beliefs, practices, and healthcare experiences. They are also learning about Public Service Announcements (PSAs) and how they can be used to educate communities and promote healthier choices. Great work, future healthcare professionals! 💙🤍 #WCSCTE #HealthScience #FutureHealthcareProfessionals

🎶🎺 Our 6th graders are getting everything in tune in the bandroom! They’re learning, practicing, and putting in the work one note at a time. 🎵💙 Check them out as they continue building their skills! 🎷🥁🎺 #WCS #6thGradeBand #PantherPride #MusicInTheMaking

🩷 October is almost here, and that means it’s time to THINK PINK! 🩷 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our football team has made it a tradition to recognize the month with our annual PINK OUT game! 🎀🏈 Throughout October, we’ll also be sharing breast cancer awareness facts and prevention information as we encourage our school and community to learn, support, and spread awareness. As we prepare to PINK OUT, be sure to stop by the CTE Marketplace for all of your Pink Out needs! 🩷👕🎀 https://wcs-cte-marketplace.square.site/ Let’s fill the stands with PINK and show our support! 💕

Wisdom Wednesday with the House of Hekima.

💙🔥 The House of Tumaini celebrated today! 🔥💙 Our Tumaini members enjoyed a sweet treat with ICEEs and Rice Krispies Treats! 🥤🍬 Nothing like a little fun, fellowship, and House spirit! 💙🙌🏽 Six Houses. One School. 💙🐦‍🔥 #HouseOfTumaini #WCHS #HousePride #SixHousesOneSchool

Today, House of Imani members came together to support an elementary student, Aiden Daniels, as he campaigns for 4th Grade SGA President! 🎉 From the signs to the school spirit, they made sure Kaden felt the love and encouragement. What a great example of our older students supporting and encouraging leadership in our younger Panthers! 💛🐾 Way to go, Aiden, and great job, House of Imani!

Step up to THE SEL BAR 🐘✨ No coffee. No juice. Just straight strength. THE HOUSE OF AMARI PRESENTS: SEL SKILLS • SERIES 1 Welcome to the SEL BAR — where we’re trading stress for strategies. ON TAP TODAY: 🧠 PAUSE & BREATHE — Box Breathing 4-4-4-4. Inhale strength, exhale stress. 👀 NAME YOUR FEELING — Say it to tame it. 💬 POSITIVE SELF-TALK — "I'm learning" > "I can't." 🤝 ASK FOR HELP — That's strength, not weakness. 💛 SHOW KINDNESS — Small dose, big impact.

📣 Calling All Vendors! Want to set up at our Homecoming Game on October 9th? 🏈💙🖤 Vendor spaces are available for $100. The deadline to sign up and pay is October 1st. Complete the vendor form using the link below to secure your spot. We look forward to having you join us for Homecoming! 🎉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fYF02uLwPWTLZyM7WvGThOSduG-2CSjKzEpM6UoOXio/viewform

💜🦉 Wisdom Leads the Way! 🦉💜 The House of HEKIMA was proud to present our Employee of the Month recognition! 🎉 We love taking time to celebrate the amazing staff members who pour into our students and school each day. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment do not go unnoticed! Congratulations from the House of HEKIMA! 💜 #HouseOfHekima #WisdomLightsTheWay #EmployeeOfTheMonth #PantherPride #SixHousesOneSchool

📣🐾 Calling All Little Panthers! 🐾📣 Get ready to CHEER, ROAR, and show your Panther Pride! 💙🖤 Our Little Panthers, ages 3–5, are invited to join us for a special opportunity to cheer at our Homecoming game! 🎉🏈 💰 Cost: $30, due at the first practice Registration includes: 📣 Practice session 🏈 Opportunity to cheer at the Homecoming game 👕 Custom cheer shirt 🎀 Cheer bow 👕 What to Wear to the First Practice: White shirt and black shorts or pants ⏰ SIGN-UP DEADLINE: September 25 at 3:00 PM 📅 FIRST PRACTICE: September 29 4:00–5:30 PM Don’t miss the deadline—we can’t wait to see our Little Panthers take the field and ROAR! 🐾💙 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MUNYlisFsaN7xkPF8wiYzTztD4UbtMniYd_EQy5wtmE/viewform Questions? Contact Coach C at charnold@wcsnc.org.

🎓 WCS SENIORS & PARENTS — THIS MEETING IS IMPORTANT! Calling ALL seniors and their parents from Washington County High School and Washington County Early College High School! It’s time to start preparing for life after graduation and get the accounts and information you’ll need for college and financial aid. JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF: 🎓 Setting up your FSA ID 💻 Creating your CFNC account 📍 Completing your NC Residency Determination Service (RDS) 📝 Getting prepared for the FAFSA process Parents and seniors are strongly encouraged to attend together. Don’t wait until the last minute! Come get everything set up. Get it done even if college is a back up plan. WCHS + WCECHS | CLASS OF 2027 Your future is calling — let’s get prepared! 🎓💙 Contact Ms. Kornegay at jkornegay@wcsnc.org for more information

💙🔥 Check out the House of Tumaini! Today, Tumaini had special treats for all of its House members and gift bags for students who have been putting in the work and contributing to those House points! 🎁👏🏽 It’s all about building House pride, rewarding participation, and keeping our students motivated! 💙 Rise up, Tumaini! 🔥 Hope Inspires Greatness! #HouseOfTumaini #TumainiStrong #HousePoints #SixHousesOneSchool #PantherPride

🔥 YOUR IDEA. OUR PRESS. ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES! 🔥 The CTE Marketplace Sublimation Corner is OPEN and ready for your custom creations! 🎨✨ ☕ Custom Mugs 🥤 Tumblers 👕 Sublimation Apparel 🎁 Personalized Gifts 📸 Photo Designs ✨ And More! Whether you’re celebrating someone special, promoting your business, creating a gift, or just want something made especially for YOU — our student interns are ready to bring your vision to life! 🐾 Support student learning while getting something uniquely yours! CTE Marketplace Earn as You Learn. Learn by Doing. 💙🖤🤍 We’re here for ALL your sublimation needs!

⚖️🐾 Panther Teen Court is in action! On September 14th, our students participated in Panther Teen Court Training, gaining valuable knowledge about leadership, accountability, civic responsibility, and the justice system. A special thank you to our amazing mentors — Mr. James Ward, Eastern Area Consultant; Lieutenant Steph Simpson; and Chaplain Dr. Kennedy Barber. Their time, guidance, and commitment to our students are helping us build something truly meaningful. We’re excited to see our Panther Teen Court students learn, lead, and make a positive impact in their school and community! 💙🖤 #PantherTeenCourt #PantherPride #StudentLeadership #CommunityPartnerships #WashingtonCountySchools

Wisdom Wednesday

🏐🐾 GAME DAY, PANTHERS! 🐾🏐 Our Middle Grades Volleyball Team is hitting the road TODAY to take on Winterville Charter! 📍 Away Game: Winterville Charter ⏰ Game Time: 4:00 PM Let’s wish our Lady Panthers safe travels and a great game! 💙🖤🤍 Go Panthers! 🐾🏐 #PantherPride #GameDay #MiddleGradesVolleyball #GoPanthers #WCS

Two students from WCS had the opportunity to attend North Carolina Governor's School this summer and represent our district in a big way. Shan'ylia Galindo-Pledger (WCHS) and Deshiyah Holley (WCECHS) both gave presentations at the recent board meeting to highlight their experience in the program. Both students reported an amazing, life-changing experience that will help shape their future education careers. We are proud of how they represented the district with excellence, and look forward to new students taking up the reigns next year. Be sure to visit our youtube channel and watch them live in action!

WCS Maintenance Dept. honored our partners with HES Friday, September 11, 2026, by surprising them with breakfast and custom shirts created by the WCHS CTE Marketplace shop. We are proud of our partnership, and salute them for the tireless efforts they give to ensure our school facilities are maintained with the highest standards. Also highlighted is Ms. Stephanie Swain, Employee of the month for September! Be sure to thank our team members for a job well done. #Crazy&Consistent

CSM Curtis Arnold, the Senior Army Instructor for WCHS JROTC battalion was honored during a recent Board of Education meeting by the "Our Community Salutes" (OCS) organization. CSM Arnold received the 2026 OCS Educator Award for his "unwavering commitment to shaping the lives of young people...through guidance, encouragement, and dedication--he has inspired students to pursue their dreams, overcome challenges and become tomorrow's leaders". Here presenting the award is SFC Michael Lewis from Elizabeth City, NC. Job well done sir; WCS salutes you!