WCPS will operate on a 2 hour delay on Thursday, December 12, 2024 due to black ice in some locations. Opening later will allow better visibility for drivers. Childcare will be provided at elementary schools for working parents if needed.
Based on our conversations with our meteorologist at AccuWeather, we anticipate weather conditions to deteriorate during our normal dismissal time. As a result, Washington County Public Schools will dismiss 2-Hours early today, Wednesday, December 11, 2024. All extracurricular activities for Wednesday are postponed.
#TheWashingtonWay: We are so thankful for our amazing support staff that we have here at WCPS! At the meeting this evening, School Board Members recognized our Support Staff Award Winners for the fall semester.
*Master Technician Award -- Jason Salyers (Technology Department)
*Wheels on the Bus Award -- Ronica Blevins (Transportation Department)
*Above and Beyond (Custodian) Award -- Becky Lane-Smith (Watauga Elementary School)
*Helping Hand Award -- Lynn Redman (High Point Elementary School)
*Silver Spoon Award -- Kristen Deel (E.B. Stanley Middle School)
*Customer Service Award -- Abby Stamper (WCPS Annex)
Congratulations to our award winners and thank you for your hard work!
On Saturday, December 7, several PHHS faculty, staff, administration, and their respective family members participated in a team building outing by going to the Barter Theatre and watching "A Christmas Story". A great time was had by all!
It's becoming a Winter Wonderland in the PH library! Ms. Smith's 2nd block spread some Christmas cheer by painting snowmen onto the library windows!
To celebrate a successful fall semester and prepare for the upcoming winter break, Patrick Henry High School looks forward to our Winter Wonderland!
Due to predictions of windchills in the morning in the single digits, WCPS will operate on a 2 hour delayed schedule on Friday, December 6, 2024. Childcare will be available for working parents at elementary schools.
Please don't forget that Patrick Henry High School will be hosting a financial aid event for seniors and contributing family members TONIGHT, December 4th from 3 to 6 p.m. No matter where you choose to continue your education this spring or next fall 2025, financial aid and scholarship opportunities can play a huge role in that decision. Representatives from Virginia Highlands Community College will be here to answer your questions, help you complete your financial aid application, known as the FAFSA form, and provide you and your family with more information about the Washington County Promise Program. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Kathleen or Mrs. Baker.
Rebel Radio has released their second episode. In this Episode, Holden Belcher and Bryce Reynolds broadcast the PH Basketball quad! We are excited to bring to you action court side!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gRZf3WN8GBFuRnarPfHuI?si=H2NSIgY2RgCU_MOXBi1udg
Communities In Schools wants your PRESENCE for Christmas. Students who have perfect attendance in December will be eligible for daily drawings for Christmas presents. Our first two winners were Cole C. And Zoe R.
In what has been a tricky morning, we have decided to call a Remote Learning Day for Tuesday December 3, 2024. Main roads are clear, as are some back roads and side streets. However, “road checkers”, encountered multiple slick secondary roads. At our December School Board Meeting, we will present a Snow Route plan that would potentially allow us to have in person learning on days like today. Be safe, stay warm, and we’ll see everyone online
Due to current snowfall in some parts of Washington County, temperatures in the teens overnight, and predicted snowfall in the morning hours, WCPS will operate on a 2 hour delayed schedule on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Childcare will be provided for working parents at elementary schools. Should conditions worsen to warrant a Remote Learning Day, childcare will not be available. A decision to change from a 2 hour delayed schedule to Remote Learning will be made by 7:30 a.m.
Don't miss your chance to save money on your purchase the 2025 PHHS yearbook. The price goes up from $60 to $65 after December 31st.
Congratulations to Mr. Burke's 1st period class for winning No Tardy November, sponsored by Communities in Schools. This class had the least amount of tardies throughout the month of November. They were treated with cheddar rounds from Pals for their big win! Watch out for December's contest!
Due to winter weather, Washington County Public Schools will implement a Remote Learning Day for Friday, November 22, 2024. NO childcare will be provided.
Classroom teachers will communicate with students to facilitate classes.
Stay safe and warm!
Stay in the Know: With the potential for winter weather this evening through tomorrow morning, we wanted to alert you of the two options for Friday, November 22, if Washington County Public Schools is NOT on a regular schedule.
*Remote Learning Day -- NO childcare will be provided
*Two-Hour Delay -- Childcare will be provided at elementary schools from 8:00 a.m. until the start of the school day.
As a reminder: A Remote Learning Day will be announced if instruction is going to be provided during an unscheduled closure of a school or schools. Classroom teachers will communicate with students about the processes they will use to facilitate their classes.
A Remote Learning Day is NOT a traditional snow day. School Closed will be announced if instruction is NOT going to be provided during an unscheduled closure of a school or schools.
As we are now entering the winter months and know weather can be unpredictable, it’s important to stay connected with Washington County Public Schools. We have various ways for you to stay in the loop.
Websites:
*The district and individual school websites will be the hub of communication for all WCPS.
*All information that affects the school or district will be communicated through district and/or school web pages. The district website is https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/
*School web pages are “school initials + .wcs.k12.va.us” (example: Abingdon High School = ahs.wcs.k12.va.us)
*The websites can be translated to multiple languages by clicking the drop-down menu in the top right-hand corner.
Receive Text Messages, Phone Calls & Emails:
*The contact information for students and/or parents comes from the Contact 1-5 Data in PowerSchool for each student.
*Check with your student’s school to make sure your contact information is up to date.
Receive Push Notifications:
*Download the Washington County VA Schools Mobile App for your smartphone.
*The app is available for FREE download in the Apple Store and the Google Play Store.
*The app will provide instant access to district and school announcements and calendars.
*Scroll down to settings; toggle the school(s) you would like to receive push notifications for and view.
Social Media:
*The district maintains and operates Facebook, Twitter (X), and Instagram accounts as well as a district YouTube account.
*Families are encouraged to follow the district accounts @washcovaschools for updates, news, and information.
*Individual schools maintain a Facebook and Twitter account.
Congratulations to the Patrick Henry One-Act Team!! The team placed 4th in the Super Regionals Competition on Saturday with an Outstanding Acting Award for Lotte G., Honorable Mentions to Laci C., Sophie M., Zen M., and an Outstanding Technical Award for our Technical Team. The team will celebrate their season with a FINAL PERFORMANCE on NOVEMBER 23 at 7 p.m. in the Kennedy-Reedy Theatre at the McGlothlin Center for the Arts, Emory & Henry University. Go Rebels VHSL One-Act! We are proud of you!
Congratulations to the following Patrick Henry High School Rebel Voices Chorus members who were selected by audition to participate in the All-District Chorus:
Sofia B.
Twyla B.
Laci C.
Lotte G.
Xavier G.
Claire L.
Zen M.
Sophie M.
Jaiden W.
Brady H. (alternate)
Greyson P. (alternate)
In order to be chosen, students had to learn and perform a solo piece alone for two judges and read a short unfamiliar piece of music at sight. Most of these students had never auditioned for the high school All-District Chorus before. Being selected for All-District Chorus is one the highest honors a singer in Virginia can receive! Great job Rebels!
For the first time in school history, JSB and PHHS had teams competing in the RDL (Robot Drone League) regional competition! These teams brought home 1st place -PHHS and 2nd Place- JSBHS! Both will now advance to the national competition in January! #WashingtonWay
Promise Program: Representatives were thrilled to visit our high schools this week and share the exciting details about the Washington County Promise Program. This commitment by Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Viginia and Virginia Highlands Community College offers an incredible opportunity for high school students to attend VHCC with free tuition and jumpstart their future without the financial burden.
During the visits, students learned about the requirements needed to take advantage of this life-changing program. It's time to start planning your next steps!
To qualify for the Washington County Promise Program, students must:
*Graduate high school between 2025 and 2037
*Live in Washington County, VA, for at least 12 months prior to graduation
*Complete the FAFSA and VHCC scholarship applications
*Choose a degree or workforce credential program
*Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA once you're in college
*Perform 8 hours of volunteer work each year
Our high schoolers were eager to learn how they can take part in this program, and we're excited to see them take full advantage of this opportunity.
Visit https://promiseprogram.org/ to review all of the eligibility requirements and start your application today!
