Wilkes County Schools has implemented an enhanced visitor management system to strengthen safety and security across all school campuses. All visitors must enter through the front office and present a valid, government-issued photo ID to receive a printed visitor badge. An ID is required for entry into school buildings. Additional details about the system and check-in process can be found at: https://www.wilkes.k12.ga.us/page/enhanced-visitor-management
10 days ago, Wilkes County Schools
Important Announcement

Happy Holidays! Please remember that we will dismiss early this Friday at noon. We wish you a wonderful and relaxing break, and we look forward to seeing students back on January 6.

11 days ago, Wilkes County Schools
Winter Break 2025
Thank you to ESS for supporting Wilkes County Schools. We appreciate ESS for recognizing and celebrating our substitutes and permanent staff. Your support helps create a positive environment for our students and staff.
12 days ago, Wilkes County Schools
Mrs. Battle
Mr. Steele
Mrs. Leistrum
Substitute
Mrs. Hardy
Mrs. Jackson
Mr. Baeumot
Substitute
Mr. Cook
Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your holiday break! We will see everyone back at school on December 1st!
about 1 month ago, Wilkes County Schools
Thanksgiving Break
Congratulations to our WJBF NewsChannel 6 Golden Apple winners, Mr. Evan Dixon and Mrs. Pam Hall. Both educators were surprised today by Brad Means and recognized for their outstanding dedication to students and excellence in the classroom. Mr. Dixon’s segment will air on December 9, and Mrs. Hall’s segment will air on December 16. Their commitment to excellence shines throughout our district, and we look forward to sharing their stories with the community!
about 1 month ago, Wilkes County Schools
Evan Dixon
Pam Hall

Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as a 2024–2025 Literacy Leader, an honor awarded to schools demonstrating exceptional achievement in reading and literacy. WWCHS is one of only 406 schools statewide to receive this recognition.

At the high school level, the Literacy Leader for Growth designation is based on student improvement on the Georgia Milestones American Literature and Composition End-of-Course assessment. The award recognizes schools where students have demonstrated measurable growth in literacy, as measured by the state’s Reading Status indicator and corresponding Lexile levels.

Congratulations to our teachers, students, and administrators for their commitment to academic excellence. This recognition reflects their dedication, hard work, and shared belief in continuous improvement for all learners.

about 2 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
WWCHS Literacy Leader

This week, we celebrate National School Psychology Week and recognize our school psychologist, Ms. Hannah Carmichael. She plays an important role in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional success. Thank you, Ms. Carmichael, for all you do for our students and staff!

about 2 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Hannah Carmichael
School Psych Week
At the October Board of Education meeting, the 2026–2027 school calendar was officially approved! You can review next year’s calendar here or on our district website: http://bit.ly/3La8SU8

We’re looking forward to another exciting and successful school year!
about 2 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
2026-2027 School Calendar

We had an exciting district-wide pep rally today. WWPS showed off the most Tiger Pride and won the Spirit Stick during the spirit competition. A big thank you to WWMS and WWCHS for hosting our WWES and WWPS students for such a fun event. We hope all of our Tigers had a great time. Good luck to our Tigers as they take on Warren County tonight. Go Tigers!

about 2 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Cheerleaders
Wilkes
Band
WWMS
Competition

Happy Occupational Therapy Day! We’re so thankful for Mrs. Rogers, our Occupational Therapist! She supports students across our district, helping them grow, build new skills, and gain confidence every day.

2 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Ashlyn Rogers
Wilkes County Schools is committed to providing a safe and family-friendly environment at all athletic events. To help maintain that atmosphere, please note that students in 8th grade or below will not be allowed to enter the game without a parent or adult. Students who are dropped off without a parent will be required to call their parent to pick them up.

Students are also expected to remain seated and watch the game. No roaming or loitering will be permitted. As a reminder, per our student handbooks, students may face school consequences for inappropriate behavior at any school-sponsored event.

Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our events safe, positive, and enjoyable for everyone.
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Stadium Policy
This month, we proudly celebrate the principals of Wilkes County Schools! Each day, they work with dedication and heart to guide our students, support our staff, and build a strong school community. From driving academic achievement to fostering a positive school culture, our principals play a vital role in shaping the success of our schools.

Join us in saying THANK YOU to our principals for their leadership, commitment, and the difference they make in the lives of Every Tiger, Every Day!
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
School Principals' Month

Wilkes County Schools is proud to announce a 2025 graduation rate of 87.1%, the highest since 2019, and a remarkable increase from last year’s rate of 77.8%. This 9.3 percentage point gain reflects the hard work and determination of our students, the support of families, and the commitment of our educators.

Although just one-tenth of a point below the state average of 87.2%, this year’s milestone highlights the impact of strong academic supports, expanded opportunities for engagement, and partnerships between school and home. Together, we are helping more students graduate on time and prepare for success beyond high school.

3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Graduation Rate
This afternoon, Washington-Wilkes Middle and Comprehensive High Schools conducted their required intruder drills in coordination with the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were on campus to help sweep the buildings, and we truly appreciate their partnership in making safety a priority.

The drills were completed smoothly, and our students and staff did an excellent job following procedures. Practicing these scenarios is an important part of ensuring we are prepared to respond in the event of an emergency, and we thank you for supporting our ongoing commitment to keeping your children safe.
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools

Wilkes County Schools will dismiss early at 12:00 PM on October 3rd, and schools will be closed October 6th–10th for an in-service day and Fall Break. Classes will resume on October 13th. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable break!

3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
Wilkes County Schools Fall Break
Wilkes County Schools and ESS proudly recognize Bailey Bensema, School Nutrition Staff at WWMS/WWCHS, as our ESS Employee of the Quarter. Mrs. Bensema goes above and beyond to serve students with care and kindness, and her hard work, reliability, and positive attitude make a lasting impact on our schools every day.
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
ESS
Wilkes County Schools is committed to continuous growth, and your voice matters! Please take a few minutes to complete our Cognia Parent Survey by Friday, September 26th.

Your input helps us better understand how we can support our students, strengthen our schools, and serve our families.

Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/WCSFamilySurvey25
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools

Georgia Reads Day — September 22, 2025
Join our district and schools across Georgia as we celebrate the power of reading! Tune in at 9:30 AM for the GPB livestream (https://www.gpb.org/georgiareadsday), enjoy read-alouds, engage in family & class reading activities, and help us build a brighter future one story at a time. #GeorgiaReads #WWTigersRead

Call to Action for Parents & Families
Read together at home, visit the public library, or simply set aside 10–15 minutes each evening to share a story.
Get involved. Use #GeorgiaReads on social media to show us what you’re reading. We’ll feature favorites on our district site.

3 months ago, WW MIDDLE SCHOOL
Tigers Read
We’re hiring at Wilkes County Schools! We have openings for Permanent Custodians and substitute positions for teachers, paraprofessionals, food service workers, and custodians.

Apply online today: https://jobs.willsubplus.com/jobs?districtIds=2306
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
We are hiring
Happy National IT Professionals Day! Today, we celebrate and recognize our outstanding technology team whose hard work often happens behind the scenes but makes a huge impact every single day. From keeping our networks secure to troubleshooting countless issues, they ensure that our students, teachers, and staff have the tools they need to succeed. A huge thank you to our incredible technology department!
3 months ago, Wilkes County Schools
IT Professionals Day