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.
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.
Fourth Annual First Grade Project Based Learning Drive!
We are collecting items to be donated to the Washington County VA C.C. Porter Animal Shelter. Please donate if you can. All donations must be turned in by Dec 16th.
Thank you for all of your support!
Promise Program: The past couple of weeks, we enjoyed sharing big opportunities with our youngest students! Along with our friends from the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and Virginia Highlands Community College, we visited all of our elementary schools to share the exciting news about the Washington County Promise Program. We're already planting seeds for bright futures by introducing this life-changing opportunity to our students and families early on.
During the visits, we talked about how the Washington County Promise Program can offer free tuition for eligible students, making higher education more accessible than ever before. The excitement at each stop was contagious, and we can't wait to see these young minds grow and eventually take advantage of this amazing opportunity. This is just the beginning of a bright path for our students, and we're thrilled to share this journey with them and their families.
Visit https://promiseprogram.org/ to see if your student qualifies.
#WashingtonCountyPublicSchools #VHCCPromise #FreeTuition #EducationStartsHere #FutureReady #StudentSuccess
TODAY Valley Institute Elementary School's PTO will be hosting a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse at the Falls in Bristol. Present the attached flyer at the location to help us raise funds. Please come out and show your support to our Valley Bulldogs. Thank you!
Tomorrow (11/26/24) VIES's PTO will be hosting a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse at the Falls in Bristol. Present the attached flyer at the location to help us raise funds. Please come out and show your support to our Valley Bulldogs. Thank you!
FINAL CALL FOR GOBBLE GRAMS!
Tomorrow, is the last day to purchase VIES Gobble Grams in support of the VIES PTO. Be sure to tell someone how grateful you are. Each Gobble Gram is $1 and will come with a special bracelet. Thank you for your support!
If you would like to see all the fun we are having here in the Valley take a look at this week's edition of the Bulldog Beat!
Click the Link to Catch the Beat: https://secure.smore.com/n/f8tsew
It is time for the Fourth Annual First Grade Project Based Learning Drive!
We are once again collecting items to be donated to the Washington County VA C.C. Porter Animal Shelter. Please donate if you can to this wonderful organization! Thank you for all of your support!
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.
VIES PTO is excited to host our 2nd Annual Gobble Gram fundraiser! Each Gobble Gram will have a special bracelet attached to it when delivered. Fill out the information, cut, and return them with payment in an envelope. November 25, 2024 is the last day to buy! Each Gobble Gram is $1.
Thank you for your support!
On 11/26/24 Valley Institute Elementary School's PTO will be hosting a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse at the Falls in Bristol. Present the attached flyer at the location to help us raise funds. Please come out and show your support to our Valley Bulldogs. Thank you!
If you would like to see all the fun we are having here in the Valley take a look at this week's edition of the Bulldog Beat!
Click the Link to Catch the Beat: https://secure.smore.com/n/p5mkg
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be?
#WashingtonWayAward Categories:
*Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference!
*Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there!
*Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you!
*Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things!
*Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home!
*Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help!
Scan the QR Code by Friday, November 22 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
We loved seeing all of our Bulldogs dancing to the BEAT of their own drum this week. Take a look inside this week's Bulldog Beat to see all the fun we have been having in the Valley. Bulldog Beat: https://secure.smore.com/n/2jta5
We loved seeing all of our Bulldogs dancing to the BEAT of their own drum this week. Take a look inside this week's Bulldog Beat to see all the fun we have been having in the Valley.
Bulldog Beat: https://secure.smore.com/n/qx5cw
Good morning VIES Families,
Please remember that November 4th will be a PRACTICE virtual day. Teachers will be working to prepare students for a virtual learning day in the event of weather. This day will allow students to gain knowledge with online learning materials and routines. It is a regular school day and attendance will be taken as usual.
*Please note that schools will be closed November 5th for the election.
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be?
#WashingtonWayAward Categories:
*Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference!
*Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there!
*Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you!
*Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things!
*Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home!
*Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help!
Scan the QR Code by Friday, December 6 to nominate a support staff person.
To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
