Update: We have been given permission to allow handicap parking at the upper pass gate. Please note, this will be handicap parking only.
Good afternoon Patrick Henry High School students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members:
Our upper parking lot (pass gate) is currently being prepared for pavement and cannot be utilized for tomorrow's senior night home game (11/08). We have parking availability in the grass lot behind the baseball field, football/soccer practice field, as well as parking lots at the school. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! Parking tomorrow will be first come-first serve. Football and cheer coaches, please instruct chaperones, coaches, volunteers, and student-athletes to park at the high school.
Patrick Henry High School’s one-act team was runner-up on Saturday, November 2nd in the VHSL Regional competition and will now advance to the Super Regional competition in Narrows, Virginia on Saturday, November 16th!! They were great! Sophie M. and Laci C. were recognized as Outstanding Actors. Lotte G. and Zen M. were given honorable mentions. The team earned a technical award in costuming. Congratulations on an outstanding performance and good luck at Super Regionals!!
Attention Rebels! Please don't forget the upcoming blood drive on Monday, November 4, 2024. For more information contact Mrs. Parks, mary@wcs.k12.va.us or 276-739-3700.
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
Congratulations to Ms. Fields 2nd block Government class for winning the door decoration contest, sponsored by Communities in Schools, in celebration of Anti-Bullying and Drug Awareness Month.
A BIG THANK YOU to Emory & Henry Theatre Department! The Patrick Henry and AHS One-Act teams spent last Friday practicing a technical theatre day in the McGlothlin Center for the Arts on the Kennedy-Reedy Theatre stage. Students spent the day in rehearsal incorporating technical theatre skills such as lighting and sound design, while preparing for their upcoming VHSL competition. E&H professors and staff members created a stage environment similar to each school's competition stage, offering feedback and guidance throughout the day.
Last week many PHHS seniors took part in VCAW or Virginia College Application Week. During this week most colleges waive their application fee. A total of 7 different colleges visited Patrick Henry giving students a chance to find out more about their respective college.
On Saturday, October 26th, several PHHS faculty, staff, and administration, and their respective family members participated in an Abingdon town historic tour with Donnamarie Emmert! A wonderful time was had by all!
This is a reminder that the railroad crossings on Hillman Highway are closed today, October 22nd until Thursday, October 24th (evening). Please be advised as students, parents/guardians, staff, and school community members commute to and from school. --Thanks, Coach Helton
Promise Program: Today was a proud moment for Washington County Public Schools! We witnessed something truly special as our community gathered at Virginia Highlands Community College to celebrate the launch of the Washington County Promise Program. This commitment by Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and VHCC marks a major step forward in providing a brighter future for our students.
Thanks to this incredible program, students who live in Washington County, VA, can
now pursue higher education with free tuition, breaking down financial barriers and
opening doors to countless opportunities. We’re beyond excited to see the impact this
will have on our students, their families, and our community as a whole.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us today - from students and faculty to
community leaders and partners. Your support means everything as we work together
to enrich the lives of our young people.
Head over to https://promiseprogram.org/ and discover how this opportunity can benefit your student!
#WashingtonCountySchools #VHCCPromise #StudentOpportunities #OurFuture
#CommunityStrong #EducationMatters
(Photo Courtesy: Virginia Highlands Community College)
As part of Patrick Henry High School's Anti-Bullying Campaign for the month of October, PH welcomed Zac Bauermaster and his daughter Olivia . Zac is an elementary school principal in Pennsylvania, a successful author, and keynote speaker. Recently, Zac and Olivia co-wrote a book titled, "Lemon- Aid: Spreading Kindness One Cup at a Time". Their Anti-Bullying presentation was presented via Zoom to the entire student body. They challenged students at Patrick Henry to make a difference.
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The Salvation Army Angel Tree Application will soon close. Information about the program is below. If your family would like to participate in the Angel Tree program please use the following link by Friday, October 25: https://saangeltree.org/
Every child deserves to experience the joy of Christmas morning. The Salvation Army Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts for hundreds of thousands of children around the country each year. Once a child or senior adult has been registered and accepted as an Angel their Christmas wish list is shared with donors in your community who purchase gifts of new clothing and toys. The gifts are distributed to the family to place under their family Christmas tree.
The Salvation Army collects necessary information to determine qualification for participation in the program and details on each Angel. Examples may include, but are not limited to: photo ID, proof of residence (lease, utility bill or mail received from the school district or other government agency). Examples of documents needed for each child may include but are not limited to : birth certificate, official custody or guardianship papers, clothing and shoe sizes, and a toy wish for each child. No private information for you or your Angel is shared with the public. Donors will only be given a first name and Christmas wish list for each Angel.
Attention Rebels!
Gaven S. was one of the winners in September's Kickin' Attendance, sponsored by Communities In Schools. Congratulations Gaven!
Attention Rebels! For more information about this upcoming blood drive contact Mrs. Parks, mary@wcs.k12.va.us
Patrick Henry High School's students, nutritional department, and administration crunched into an apple on Thursday, October 10th to make noise for Virginia Farm to School!
From the WCPS Transportation Department: Due to an accident on Interstate 81 and traffic delays as a result, several WCPS buses are delayed in their afternoon routes.
Patrick Henry High School Families, during the School Board Meeting on Monday, October 7, 2024, the WCPS Board voted to approve a change to the 2024-25 School Calendar. Due to missing several days over the past two weeks because of inclement weather challenges, the End of the First Nine Weeks and Two-Hour Early Dismissal planned for Wednesday, October 9 has been moved to Friday, October 11. Wednesday will be a regular schedule day.
PHHS is giving the PSAT on October 29th at 8:15 am. Interested sophomores and juniors can sign up with Mrs. Baker in the Counseling Office. The cost of the test is $18 for juniors and sophomores have the opportunity to test for free.
Washington County Public Schools will operate on a regular schedule on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
We do have the following transportation information and route changes for students and families to be aware of. These changes will be in place until further notice:
*Taylor's Valley Bus 37 -- Students who live in Taylor's Valley can meet Bus 37 at the VFW Post on Route 91 at 7:15 a.m. Pick up in the afternoon will be at approximately 3:30 p.m.
*Konnarock/Green Cove Bus 69 -- Students who live above Green Cove Road on Route 58, or on Green Cove Road, can meet Bus 69 at the intersection of Green Cove and Route 58. Students who live on Rhymer Road or the closed section of Route 58 can meet Bus 69 at Saint Matthew Lutheran Church. Your driver will reach out to you with additional messaging about times.
*Bus 38 -- Students who live on Rush Creek Road can meet Bus 38 at the intersection of Rush Creek and Confederate Road at 7:00 a.m. with drop off at approximately 3:45 p.m.
