Patrick Henry High School

There aren't enough words to express our gratitude to the Transportation Department and each of the school bus drivers who make it their mission to safely transport the students of WCPS! Thank you for your dedicated service! #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper

Patrick Henry High School would like to celebrate Mrs. Gobble, Mrs. Hutton, Mrs. Mitchell, and Mrs. Barger for Administrative Assistants Day! These ladies work tirelessly to support our students, staff, and faculty! As you see them, please thank them for all they do to help PH!

Sixteen Patrick Henry High School students were selected as finalists and will have a piece of artwork entered into the ArtExpo this year! Their work will be on display at the Virgie R. Fleenor Gallery in the Bristol Public Library from April 22 to May 14. The awards ceremony will be held on May 5th from 2-4 PM at the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room inside of the library. Everyone is encouraged to come and support our PHHS finalists.

Washington County Schools cannot be more thankful for and proud of the actions of GSMS Custodian Dustin Forrester. See details here: https://wcyb.com/news/local/school-custodians-quick-thinking-helps-choking-student-at-glade-spring-middle-school-washington-county-virginia-public-schools-dustin-forrester-daytime-custodian-scott-keith-principal-dawn-robinson-school-nurse-heimlich-maneuver?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHQCeVUSFTjbLsTt3zXEMl5jjdgLvGLBYao-wiKRWIx_Gn7jAuNJ0W7DYXA_aem_ASm9nJKRFCgOYGFeOejc6YDvEELUo56sBUEJamOG1Z6KBqIHGQrCFi7H1i4bLu9f4XQ#

Heating/Cooling Update: During this transition time in Spring, it is always difficult to determine when to "switch over" the heat to air conditioning. Once the switch is made, it is very difficult and time consuming to switch back. Therefore, we try to determine the most effective time to make that switch. After consultation with school administrators and staff it was decided to begin the process. All the schools with boilers have the heat turned off and the process of switching over has begun. The schools with cooling towers will be able to have air as soon as the process of cleaning the towers is complete. This process is anticipated to be completed by early next week. Thank you for your understanding, WCPS Schools

At Patrick Henry High School, Mr. Caywood’s Appalachian History class roasted marshmallows in preparation for Appalachian monster story telling. Kalie O., told the story about the Kentucky Hellhound that is said to live in the mountains of Kentucky. Moonshiners are said to have spread the tale to keep people away from their moonshine stills. Noah B., told the tale of The Mothman, a humanoid creature reportedly seen in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The Mothman is seen as an omen of bad events.

Each Year, Washington County Public Schools partner with the Region Seven Virtual Academy (R7VA) to offer a rigorous, online learning experience for students who choose an alternative to the "brick and mortar" school setting. You can apply for acceptance into the program by clicking the link below. The deadline for applying for the 2024-25 School Year is July 12, 2024. Applications close at that point and acceptance notifications will go out by email on or before July 26th. If you are considering applying, please do so by July 12. If accepted, you can always remove your name from the acceptance list after July 12, but you cannot apply for acceptance after that time. https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1520082

CampUS Connections is a weeklong, residential summer camp for rising juniors and seniors inclined toward academic adventure, providing a unique mix of activities while navigating a college campus.

Sign ups are ending soon. If you plant to register, please do so as soon as possible.

PHHS students attended the Radford Leadership Academy at the Higher Ed Center today. They received their certificates for completing the leadership program. Congratulations to Laci C., Hannah R., and Natalie A. for this accomplishment!

PHHS students enjoyed Solar Eclipse activities Monday, April 8th! Students enjoyed MoonPies, MilkyWays, and Starburst while watching a presentation from our Science Department. Thank you to Mrs. Amy Moncibais and Ms. Cori DiSantis for leading this presentation given to students, faculty, and staff. Pictured are Sophie W., Marah W., and Braelyn S.; and Mrs. Moncibais, Mrs. Osborne, Mrs. Mitchell, and Mrs. Whittaker.

Washington County Schools is proud to be involved in the Washington County Day of Service happening on Saturday, April 20th. This is an opportunity for all of us to be involved in giving back to organizations in our county that provide valuable services to those in need.

Be sure to take advantage of this wonderful event!

The company working on our construction in front of PHHS will be bringing in a crane Monday morning, April 15, 2024, to relocate our Flag Pole. Due to this disruption, please use the cafeteria doors on Monday morning. The front entrance will be closed until around 10:30am. This will apply to students, parents, and visitors.

Check it out! Washington County ITRTs Andrew Smith and Thomas Larimer are featured on the VDOE's ActiVAtED Learning Podcast today: https://www.blueridgepbs.org/educational-resources/activated-learning/ #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! On April 10, you can tune in to the Virginia Dept. of Education's podcast to hear from our very own ITRTs, Mr. Thomas Larimer and Mr. Andrew Smith. These teachers will be highlighted for their work on TECHTREK, the division's mobile STEM and Learning Lab. #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper Tune in here: https://www.blueridgepbs.org/educational-resources/activated-learning/

Congratulations to the Holston Winter Guard for their first place win at the CIPA Regional Championships! A big thanks to director Theo Ganaway also! #gorebels #wintheday

Chef Salad Friday with Dr. Perrigan and Kasey B. https://youtube.com/shorts/isy0pyo379o?si=dGhw44MjMfDLB5d5

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Patrick Henry High School would like to thank Communities in Schools for partnering with Mr. Morris's carpentry students to provide a ribbon podium for PHHS athletic events.