Due to inclement weather, we have been directed by Central Office to hold buses until storm passes. Expected time of delay is 10 to 15 minutes.
The Patrick Henry High School Student Council Association recognized nine homecoming court members during the 2025 Winter Homecoming. Homecoming court attendants are nominated by their peers, the Class of 2025, to select and fundraise for community charities. The Student Council Association also recognized school and community members, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Doss, for their examples of perseverance, resilience, and love. The 2025 Winter Homecoming Court raised a total of $14,741.34 for the respective charities, bringing the lifetime total since 2017 of the program to $76566.39.
🌞 Exciting Summer Science Opportunities for High Schoolers! 🌞
Study Science. Do Science. Summer Camp for Students: The Virginia Tech College of Science is now accepting applications for five residential summer science camps for students in grades 7-12. Dive into microbiology, neuroscience, physics, nanoscience, data science, and more! Make new friends and unlock new passions this summer! Costs are associated with each camp and need-based scholarships are available. Applications are due April 10: https://www.science.vt.edu/get-involved/camps.html Email Victoria Corbin at explorescicamp@vt.edu with any questions.
Virginia Junior Academy of Science Research Symposium -- May 31, 2025: Students in grades 7-12 who wish to enter the VJAS Research Symposium are asked to submit their research paper by February 21. The 2025 Symposium will be a hybrid event where students may present in-person at Ferrum College or attend synchronously via Zoom. Membership in the VJAS is free. Click here for more information: https://vjas.org/index.html VJAS is also seeking judges both virtually and in person -- https://vjas.org/judges.html
National Youth Science Camp: The NYSCamp is a residential science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics program open to current high school juniors and seniors. Two students will be selected to represent Virginia as delegates in this fully in-person experience! The camp will be held July 10 - August 2 and is offered at no cost to the selected participant. Apply by February 28: https://www.nysacademy.org/programs/nyscamp/
During National School Counseling Week, the Patrick Henry High School Student Council Association proudly recognizes and celebrates the invaluable contributions of our school counselor, Mrs. Baker. With unwavering dedication, Mrs. Baker guides students toward academic success, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Pictured: Representatives of the Student Council Association express their gratitude to highlight the profound impact Mrs. Baker has on creating a supportive and empowering school environment, inspiring students to navigate challenges and achieve their fullest potential.
Watch Now: We are so proud of our teams from Patrick Henry High School and John S. Battle High School for their success at the recent National Robot Drone League Competition! Watch this feature from WCYB to hear more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXzE9OsrjHw
The VDOE recognizes the 2nd week in February as Kindness week. This year Patrick Henry High School will be participating in various kindness projects and initiatives throughout the month of February. Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
Attention Patrick Henry Parents of students who are Seniors:
SENIOR BABY ADS/SHOUT-OUTS
As your child’s senior year of high school nears the end, an important stage of life is drawing to a close. New experiences are on the horizon for both of you, but memories of childhood will still be cherished.
In the 2025 edition of the Patriot, Patrick Henry High School’s yearbook, you can recognize your child for years of memories and wish him or her luck for a future that you have helped establish. Senior parents/grandparents/friends may purchase and build your own ad in a variety of sizes by going on-line to Balfour.com to create a one-of-a-kind tribute to the senior in your life. The cost of the ad varies, depending on its size. The deadline for these ads is March 31st, so please don’t delay. For more information contact Mrs. Duncan (micheled@wcs.k12.va.us)
WCPS will operate on a REGULAR SCHEDULE tomorrow, Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Because the WCPS Transportation Department has determined there are still a few roads in the county impacted by snow and ice, buses will only travel on clear routes. The roads that will not be used tomorrow can be found here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/transportation%2Fbus-routes/743711
Attention PHHS Students: The ASVAB (military entrance exam) will be given at the
Washington County CTE Center on Thursday, February 6th. The
test will begin promptly at 8:30 am and run until 11:00 am. The
exam will be online, so you must bring a charged Chromebook with
you. The test is required for students who are considering entering
any branch of the US military, but it does not commit students to
join. Students may ride the Morning bus from the high school or
drive with permission. This exam is only for Juniors and Seniors.
Any student interested in taking the ASVAB, please pick up a
permission slip from the counseling office.
Our website provider is having issues this morning, that's why our district website is returning an error right now. You can get to your school apps and email by going directly to our SSO Portal at https://portal.wcs.k12.va.us.
SCHEDULE UPDATE: Due to snowfall overnight resulting in slick roadways across the county, WCPS will implement a Remote Learning Day today, Monday, January 27, 2025.
If your student has any issues accessing virtual instruction during their scheduled time, please contact your child’s teacher or principal directly. We will work with them on instruction, assignments, and attendance.
WCPS will operate on a REGULAR schedule tomorrow, Monday, January 27, 2025. Because our Transportation Department has determined there are still a few roads in the county impacted by snow and ice, buses will only travel on clear routes. The roads that will not be used tomorrow can be found here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/transportation%2Fbus-routes/743711
We are also closely monitoring the potential for winter weather this evening into tomorrow morning -- We will update should additional schedule changes be needed.
Congratulations to the PHHS Robotics Drone Team for winning the National RDL Competition. Patrick Henry formed an alliance with Elizabethton High School and won the title. John Battle's Team walked away with the coveted "Rookie Team of the Year" for their hard work! So Proud!
Current Robot Drone Championship update! PHHS 2nd place overall, JSBHS in 3rd Place! Heading into semi-finals soon!
Teams from JSBHS and PHHS are competing today in the National Robot Drone League competition on the campus of ETSU! Competition is ongoing but you can follow the scores throughout the day by scanning the QR code below. @WashCoSuper #WashingtonWay
We are closely monitoring the potential for winter weather to impact the area this afternoon, especially near our Russell County border. If you have concerns about your teen driver who would be driving home in these potential conditions, please contact your student's principal and they would be happy to work with you to coordinate an early dismissal. The same goes for bus riders in areas where roads are still snow covered or may become covered if the weather materializes.
We will closely monitor conditions for the remainder of the afternoon, but we do not currently anticipate a division wide schedule change.
WCPS will operate on a REGULAR SCHEDULE tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025. Because there are still a few roads in the county impacted by snow and ice, buses will only travel on clear routes. The roads that will not be used tomorrow can be found here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/transportation%2Fbus-routes/743711
Additionally, if you know of a child in need of winter weather gear (hat, gloves, etc.) please contact your child's principal, and we will work to help meet those needs.
WCPS will operate on a REGULAR SCHEDULE tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025. However, buses will only travel on clear routes. There are still a few roads in the county impacted by snow and ice. The roads that will not be used tomorrow can be found here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/documents/transportation%2Fbus-routes/743711
As a reminder, if you know of a child in need of winter weather gear (hat, gloves, etc.) please contact your child's principal, and we will work to help meet those needs.
Ms. Fields’s Economics classes got savvy with their money last week to see if they had what it takes to be an entrepreneur! Thanks to former Rebel Cindy Fields with the Small Business Development Center for sharing her skills with us!
Special Recognition: During the meeting this evening, School Board Members Recognized the WCPS 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year. These individuals were chosen by their colleagues because they exemplify the best of being a teacher for Washington County Public Schools and the service they provide to the community, school, and most importantly, students.
Elementary Schools:
*Abingdon ~ Gwen Campbell
*Greendale ~ Abby Rasnake
*High Point ~ Heather Hensley
*Meadowview ~ Kimberly Cox
*Rhea Valley ~ Beth Delp
*Valley Institute ~ Joy Hull
*Watauga ~ Sherry Thomason
Middle Schools:
*Damascus ~ Sallie Moss
*Glade Spring ~ Sherry Cannon
*E.B. Stanley ~ Maggie Branton
*Wallace ~ Kaitlyn Maples
Secondary Schools
*Abingdon High ~ Chase Nunley
*John S. Battle High ~ Emily Tallman
*Patrick Henry High ~ Alyssa Fields
*Holston High ~ Buffy Milhorne
*WC CTE Center ~ William (Billy) Buchanan
The Board also congratulated the following grade level Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025. Each of the building’s Teacher of the Year were chosen as models of what it means to be a teacher.
*WC Elementary School Teacher of the Year ~ Abby Rasnake
*WC Middle School Teacher of the Year ~ Kaitlyn Maples
*WC High School Teacher of the Year ~ Chase Nunley
Washington County School 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year ~ Chase Nunley
Congratulations to all as we celebrate these exemplary teachers of Washington County Schools!
