Washington County High School

🚨🚨Reminder 🚨🚨

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Important Reminder

📢 BLACKOUT GAME, SENIOR NIGHT & COMMUNITY NIGHT! 🏀🎉 Panther Family, it’s time to BLACK OUT the gym! 🖤 📅 Date: February 12th 🏀 Matchup: WCHS vs. North East Carolina Prep 📍 Location: WCHS Gym This isn't just a game—it’s a Curriculum Black Out, Community Engagement Event, AND Senior Night for our Spring Athletes! 🎓🏆 Let’s make this a night to remember! 🔹 Teachers & Staff will have tables in the halls or front of the gym with resources, flyers, and upcoming events. 🔹 Dress Code: Wear BLACK to show your Panther pride! 🔹 Special Halftime Performance: The S.I.M.P. youth cheerleaders will perform before our cheerleaders during halftime of the girls' game. 🔹 Senior Night Celebration: Join us as we recognize and honor our Spring Athletes for their dedication and hard work! This celebration will take place at the end of the lady varsity match-up 🎖️👏 # Spread the word & let’s pack the stands! Who’s in?! 💪🏾🔥 #PantherPride #BlackOutGame #SeniorNight

Dear Parents & Guests, Please be advised that balloons are not allowed inside the gymnasium. If you bring balloons to the game, you will be required to keep them outside of the door. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and comfort of all attendees. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

🎉 Celebrating CTE Month! 🎉 At Washington County High School, our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are dedicated to equipping students with essential skills through hands-on learning, industry-recognized credentials, and resume-building experiences. These opportunities not only prepare students for immediate career success but also lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Upcoming February Events: • Reality of Money Simulation with SECU (Grades 9-12): Students will engage in a financial literacy exercise, navigating real-world budgeting scenarios. (Volunteers will be needed; details forthcoming.) • Banking and Finance Workshop with SECU: An introduction to essential financial concepts tailored for our 8th graders. • National Technical Honor Society Notifications: Eligible students will receive letters recognizing their achievements and inviting them to join this prestigious society. • ECU Hospitality Tour: A behind-the-scenes look at the hospitality industry, offering students insights into potential career paths. • 8th Grade CTE Completer Signing Day: 8th graders will tour & decide which pathway they would like to attempt first Exciting Developments: We’re exploring the interest of new CTE offerings with programs in Drone Technology and Teaching as a Profession. Currently, our CTE courses include: • Manufacturing: Welding • Agriculture: Horticulture • Family and Consumer Sciences: Foods & Nutrition, Early Childhood Education • Information Technology: Adobe, Computer Science • Business: Sports Marketing, Entrepreneurship • Marketing Stay tuned throughout the month as we highlight the achievements of our CTE students and showcase the dynamic learning experiences within our programs. #CTEMONTH #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WCHS #HandsOnLearning

📢 Mighty Panthers Weekly Announcements! 📢 1️⃣ Report Cards were issued Friday! If you didn’t receive your child’s report card, please call the school or stop by to pick it up. 🏀 Upcoming Games & Events: 🔥 2/3 – 6th-8th Grade Home Game vs. Hertford County (Senior Night for our 8th graders!) 🔥 2/4 – 9th-12th Grade Away Game @ North East Carolina Prep 🔥 2/5 – 9th-12th Grade Away Game @ Martin County (KJ Brown Memorial Award Presentations) 🔥 2/6– 6th-8th Grade Home Game vs. Bertie 🔥 2/7 – 9th-12th Grade Away Game @ Gates County Come out and support your Mighty Panthers as they leave it all on the court! Let’s pack the gym and show our Panther Pride! 🏀💙🐾 #MightyPanthers #PantherPride #SeniorNight

🏀🐾 GAME DAY ALERT! 🐾🏀 Panther Nation, it’s time to show up and show out! This Thursday night, our Panthers take on Tarboro in a must-see matchup! Let’s fill the stands, bring the energy, and push our team to victory! 📅 Date: Thursday 📍 Location: WCHS ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM 🎟️ Get your tickets now: http://www.gofan.co/ https://gofan.co/event/3120538?schoolId=NC1898 Let’s make it loud, Panther fans! See you there! #GoPanthers #BeatTarboro #PantherPride

We are thrilled to recognize Mr. Rodrigo Hyman as one of our Panther Hallway Heroes! A dedicated member of the Panther community for 15 years, Mr. Hyman has played an integral role in helping our Exceptional Students. Mr. Hyman, a proud Elizabeth City State University graduate, Class of 1981, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree. His greatest joy as an educator is witnessing the students he serves complete high school, a testament to his commitment to their success and well-being. As Mr. Hyman prepares for retirement, his career reflects a legacy of perseverance, compassion, and teamwork. He believes in the power of unity and describes being a part of the Panther community as “One team, one community.” To his colleagues and students, Mr. Hyman’s message is clear: “We are One!” His words embody the spirit of the Panther family—united, supportive, and driven by a shared purpose to uplift every member of the community. Please join us in celebrating Mr. Rodrigo Hyman for his outstanding service, unwavering dedication, and the impact he has made on the Panther community!

🎉 Thank You for Making Our Opening Night a Success! 🎉 We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing fans for your overwhelming support during opening night! Your energy and enthusiasm made it a night to remember, and we are so grateful to have such passionate Panther Pride in our community. 🙌🏾💙 As with any new facility, we're experiencing a few growing pains as we make adjustments to improve everyone's experience. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we fine-tune things. To help keep things running smoothly, we kindly ask everyone to please follow the following guidelines: 🗑️ Trash Disposal – Please use the trash cans located throughout the gym to dispose of your trash. Let’s keep our new gym clean and beautiful! 🍽️ No Outside Food – We’ve noticed some spectators entering with food from local restaurants. Unfortunately, this is not allowed. Please enjoy the great options at our concession stand instead! 👕 Hoodies Off Heads – For safety and visibility reasons, hoodies should not be worn on heads inside the building. 🚶🏾‍♀️ No Loitering – Please avoid loitering in the halls. If you visit the concession stand, kindly return directly back into the gym to enjoy the game. We’re excited for an amazing season ahead, and we know that with your support and respect for the rules, we can make every event a success! Let’s continue to show that Panther Pride! 💪🏾🐾 Thank you again for being part of the Panther family! See you at the next game! 🏀💙 #PantherPride #GameOn #ThankYouFans

Panther Hallway Hero: Dajanique Sykes This month has been one to remember for our Panther family, as we proudly celebrate the achievements of Ms. Dajanique Sykes. A true trailblazer, Ms. Sykes has made history as the first guest speaker to ever speak at a graduation on our new campus, and she also recently passed her Praxis exam—a testament to her dedication and commitment to excellence in education. Ms. Sykes, a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts in History and a minor in African American, African, and Diaspora Studies, also holds a Certificate in Human Resource Management from Beaufort County Community College. Despite being a beginning teacher, she has already made an indelible impact on her students, team, and the Panther community. Her proudest accomplishments include being named Washington County's Beginning Teacher of the Year in 2024 and earning a nomination for the prestigious NCCATS 2025 Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. She has seamlessly transitioned from teaching 6th-grade math to 8th-grade social studies, demonstrating her adaptability and commitment to student success. Ms. Sykes embodies the spirit of being a Panther—resilient, determined, and collaborative. She finds joy in building meaningful connections with her students, fostering a love of learning, and empowering her scholars to believe in themselves. She says, "Being an educator is more than just teaching; it is caring for the students without a voice and amplifying the needs and concerns of all students." To Ms. Sykes, being part of the Panther community represents teamwork, integrity, and tenacity—values she demonstrates daily. Her message to her colleagues and students is a call to action: "Do not let fear and the chance of failure deter you from setting high expectations for yourself and others." Please join us in celebrating Ms. Sykes, an extraordinary educator, role model, and true Panther Hallway Hero!

Congratulations to the graduates from WCHS! Mid-Year graduation was held today (Saturday) and we couldn't be more proud of all our students! Click this link to view photos from the event: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hkmoJ1EQVeaRu2mcyaPSyStq7V-22KNh?usp=sharing

"One of the most rewarding aspects of coaching is witnessing a scholar-athlete seize the opportunity to get an offer to play at the next level.” Coach James This is just the beginning of many scholarship offers for JaQuay Brown!

🎓✨ It’s almost time to celebrate our Class of 2025 Early Graduates! 🎉 Let’s honor their hard work, determination, and accomplishments as they prepare to take the next steps toward bright futures. Stay tuned #ClassOf2025 #EarlyGraduates #CelebrateSuccess

Due to the icy conditions on backroads throughout the county, all Washington County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025 for students and there will be no after school activities. Staff will have an optional work day so please refer to the School Closing/Inclement Weather Guidelines on our website - Condition Blue. - Thank you for your continued support.

"Due to inclement weather our Early Graduation scheduled for Thursday, January 23rd has been rescheduled for Saturday morning January 25th at 11:00am. We look forward to celebrating with you and your families."

Due to the accumulation of snow and prolonged freezing temperatures, all Washington County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025 for staff and students. Staff, please refer to School Closing Guidelines on our website, Condition Red. We will continue to monitor the weather and provide you with an update regarding the school schedule for Friday. - Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Due to the anticipated inclement weather, all after-school activities for this evening are canceled, and all Washington County Schools will be closed tomorrow for staff and students, Wednesday, January 22, 2025. - WCES Students: Homework packets will be provided and are expected to be completed upon their return to ensure students are counted present. - WCHS and WCECHS Students: Coursework will be accessible online via Google Classroom or NCVPS, depending on your designated platform. - We will continue to monitor the weather and provide daily updates regarding the school schedule for the remainder of the week. Please stay safe as we navigate these winter conditions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

The Foods I and Foods II final exam have been moved to Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Additionally, if your child missed their English II or Biology exam, they should plan to attend on Tuesday to make up these exams. Please also note that the Math III final exam will still be held on Tuesday, January 21. Early graduation rehearsal will take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 10 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Dear Parents/Guardians: The peak of the cold and flu season is upon us and WCS is beginning to see an increase in illness. More cases of colds, flu, strep throat, and the stomach flu have been reported. The custodians will begin spending additional time wiping desks and other hard surfaces. To prevent widespread flu in the school, we recommend that your child stay home from school if he/she experiences flu or cold symptoms. To decide whether or not to send your child to school, please consider the following guidelines: Consider keeping your student at home for an extra day of rest if he/she has any of the following: Very stuffy or runny nose and/or cough Mild sore throat (no fever, no known exposure to strep) Headache Mild stomach ache Student must stay home for treatment and observation with the following symptoms: Fever (greater than 99.0 degrees by mouth) without taking medication Vomiting (one or more times) Diarrhea Chills, headache General malaise/feelings of fatigue, discomfort, weakness or muscle aches Congested (wet) or croupy cough Lots of nasal congestion with frequent blowing of nose To help prevent the flu and other colds, talk about good hygiene habits with your student: Wash hands frequently with soap and water Do not touch the eyes, nose or mouth Cover mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing (coughing or sneezing into their bent elbow, not their hands) Avoid close contact with people who are sick Colds are the most contagious during the first 48 hours. A child who has a fever must remain at home until “fever free with no medication” for a minimum of 24 hours. A child who has started antibiotics needs to be on medication for 24 hours before being able to return to school. Often, when a child awakes with vague complaints (the way colds and flu begin) it is wise to observe your child at home for an hour or two before deciding to send him/her to school. Your child should be physically able to participate in all school activities on return to school. Keeping a sick child at home will minimize the spread of infections and viruses in the classroom. Thank you in advance for helping make the rest of this year at school as healthy as possible! Washington County Schools