BUS PASS POLICY
For a student to ride a different bus or get off the bus at a different stop with another student, you MUST have WRITTEN permission from BOTH students' guardians. It can not be done with phone call permission.
For a student to ride a different bus or get off the bus at a different stop to a caregiver's, relative's or friend's house, WRITTEN permission from the guardian that includes the address MUST be given (If this will be an alternate arrangement throughout the year, one note indicating to be used "as needed" can be used for the entire school year.)
For a student to ride the bus for sports or school activities, WRITTEN permission MUST be given by the guardian. A separate note for each activity must be written (ie: cannot use a football pass to go to baseball workouts, etc.). If the same sport/activity has different locations (ie: JSB, Wash. Co. fields, etc.) you will need to indicate that on the note since there are different buses used. One note for each sport/activity will cover that specific sport/activity for the year
We've had a great few days of welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year!
Click the link to watch a video to see some of the fun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CpJ2C3Ifek
WMS School Community,
We are excited to announce the following program that will benefit our students. The At-Risk Afterschool Meals component of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) offers Federal funding to Afterschool Programs that serve a meal or snack to children in qualifying areas. Starting Monday, August 12, Wallace Middle School students who stay after school for tutoring can receive a snack free of charge each week Monday through Thursday. Please see the attached letter.
https://5il.co/2taz0
See the flyer about attendance
First Day of School: We've had a great day welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year! Here are some highlights of the fun that took place. Be sure to check back as we share more photos over the next few days!
As our students head back to school, please remember to use caution! Observe the speed limit in all school zones, watch for school buses and pedestrians and plan additional time to reach your destination. We appreciate your help to keep our students, teachers, staff and parents safe as we begin a new school year.
WCPS SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please see the images below for information on SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing. A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please click the link below for information regarding SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing:
https://5il.co/2swm9
A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
It was all smiles at the WCPS Board Meeting on Monday! Students that took part in Theatre Camp this summer put on a special performance. More than 90 campers in grades 3-12 participated from schools across the division. The camp was in collaboration with WCPS & Emory & Henry.
Special Recognition: The WCPS Board recognized Dustin Forrester, of Glade Spring Middle School for performing the Heimlich Maneuver on a choking student this past school year. Thank you for your quick actions, Mr. Forrester!
Open House is Monday, August 5, from 12:00 - 6:30 PM
Students will pick up their schedules.
7th & 8th-grade students will pick up their Chromebooks.
The PTA will be selling Trojan apparel.
The transportation department will be there to determine bus numbers & routes.
Going Green! Menus: Did you know that you can have your school menus emailed automatically? You’re able to choose the school menus that you receive. Click here to sign up: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=automenu
Mobile Menu App: We are pleased to announce a free Mobile Menu App! It offers an easy way to view daily menus. To learn more, click here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=mobile-menus-app-guide
Linq Connect Online Payments: All meals in WCPS are free! However, if your child would like to purchase a-la-carte items, you can pay online. Click here to make a payment: https://linqconnect.com/main
Back to School Shopping: If you are wanting to do some shopping this weekend -- remember it's Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday!
To learn more about exempt items, click here: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday
For WCPS Supply Lists, click here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491
School Supply Donations: A big THANK YOU to the United Way of Southwest Virginia and the community for helping to ensure our students are prepared to head back to school! These items were collected through the United Way's annual Stuff the Bus supply drive.
If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday following Open House, check out National Night Out! This free community event is presented by the Abingdon Police Department & Washington County Sheriffs Office. All the fun will take place at The Meadows, starting at 5:00 p.m.
The First Day of School is fast approaching! WCPS can't wait to welcome everyone back! Check out school supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491
The Brain Architecture Game: On Wednesday, new teachers to WCPS spent time playing this game that builds understanding of the powerful role of experiences on early brain development -- what promotes it and what can derail it. Staff built 'brains' with pipe cleaners and straws.
WMS will host their Open House on Monday, August 5, from 12:00 - 6:30 p.m.
