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.
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!
We’re looking forward to another exciting and successful school year!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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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.
Apply online today: https://jobs.willsubplus.com/jobs?districtIds=2306
https://www.wilkes.k12.ga.us/article/2384069
This is a reminder that our school buses are equipped with stop-arm cameras to help keep students safe as they get on and off the bus. Under Georgia’s Addy’s Law (HB 409), drivers who pass a stopped school bus while the stop arm is extended and red lights are flashing can be charged with a high and aggravated misdemeanor, face a minimum fine of $1,000, and up to 12 months in jail. This law was created to protect children across Georgia. We appreciate your help in keeping our students safe by staying alert and always stopping for school buses.
Make sure your Wilkes County Schools app is up to date! Parents and guardians will receive text alerts prompting them to view messages in Rooms. To stay connected with your child’s teachers, download the Wilkes County Schools app and log in to Rooms. You can also manage your notification settings directly in the app.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/3FECqEH
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3fjzwtU
We’re excited to share that Mrs. Lisbeth Sanchez, our Student Support Facilitator, has been selected to serve on the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Georgia Crisis Recovery Network! This statewide initiative, led by SREB, brings together educators and mental health professionals to support students' and teachers' social, emotional, and academic recovery following crisis events. Mrs. Sanchez will collaborate with other leaders to strengthen Georgia schools' crisis response and recovery efforts. We are proud of her leadership and dedication to student well-being!
