Wilkes County Schools will have a Virtual Learning Day on Thursday, January 23, due to hazardous road conditions. While some roads are clear, many remain covered in ice and snow. Additionally, with temperatures dropping below freezing overnight, black ice is expected to develop in other areas. Please check Google Classroom and Rooms for instructions from teachers.
Due to the Winter Weather Advisory for Wednesday, January 22nd, and sub-freezing temperatures causing travel concerns, Wilkes County Schools will have a Virtual Learning Day tomorrow. Students should log into Google Classroom to access their assignments. Teachers will be in communication with parents and students via Rooms. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize safety for our students and staff. Any additional updates will be shared through our messaging system, system website, social media accounts and Rooms as well as our local media outlets.
Due to the threat of inclement weather, Wilkes County Schools will operate on an early release schedule tomorrow, January 21, at 11:30 a.m. All after-school activities are canceled. We will continue to monitor forecasts for the rest of the week and announce a decision about Wednesday, January 22, tomorrow. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Congratulations to these students, who were chosen by their teachers, for having a positive attitude. We are so proud of you! Keep up the good work!
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. Due to the Winter Weather Advisory for Friday, January 10th, and the forecasted ice and freezing rain creating dangerous conditions for travel, Wilkes County Schools will have a Virtual Learning Day tomorrow.
Students should log into Google Classroom to access their assignments. Teachers will be in communication with parents and students via Rooms
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize safety. Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Monday, January 13th!
Congratulations to the Teacher of the Year nominees for 2025-2026! The winners at each school will be announced on March 10th, 2025.
Don't forget to order your child's yearbook!
School will resume on Monday, January 6th, 2025. We look forward to seeing all of our students after the break!
Happy Holidays! Enjoy your break! Students return on January 6th.
Today, December 16th, the Wilkes County Board of Education welcomed its newly sworn-in members for the 2025-2028 term. Probate Judge Thomas Charping officiated the ceremony, administering the oath of office to Board Chair Dann Standard, District 3 Representative Jeannie Ferrell, and District 4 Representative Cassie Ware. The board looks forward to continuing its mission to serve the students and families of Wilkes County.
Congratulations to our new citizens. They were chosen by their teacher for showing respect to their teachers and peers. We are so proud of you!
Wilkes County Schools would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the generous community members and businesses who have supported the Wilkes County Care Room in recent months with their donations. A special thank you to Ms. Myra Blackmon as well as the ladies in the Cornelia Johnson Circle for their generous monetary contributions, to Farmers Home Furniture for their donation of a mattress and box spring, and to the Church of the Mediator for their thoughtful donation of Ingles gift cards for families in need during Thanksgiving.
As we continue to support those in need, we invite you to consider making a donation during this season of giving. All monetary donations can be made out to Wilkes County Schools, attention Care Room, and mailed to the Wilkes County Board of Education, 313-A North Alexander Ave, Washington, GA 30673. Your contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families. Thank you for your ongoing support!
We will have Family Night Shopping at the book fair Tuesday, December 3rd from 3:00 until 5:30.
We hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!
The book fair started a few days before we went home for Thanksgiving and is still going on thru the end of this week.
Come and see the awesome books we have for sale!
Set up an eWallet for a cashless way to shop.
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Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your holiday break! We will see everyone back at school on December 2nd!
Students have been busy at WWPS!!
The Book Fair begins Thursday, November 21st and runs thru 12:00 December 6th.
Make sure to set up an eWallet for your child to shop!
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As it is National School Psychologist’s Week, we’re thrilled to recognize an essential Wilkes County Schools team member – our incredible School Psychologist, Ms. Hannah Carmichael! Ms. Carmichael supports our students' academic, emotional, and social well-being. She collaborates with teachers, families, and staff to create safe, supportive learning environments that meet the unique needs of every student. Whether conducting assessments, offering counseling, or developing individualized support plans, her dedication ensures our students have the resources they need to succeed. Thank you, Ms. Carmichael, for all you do for Wilkes County Schools!
Congratulations to these students, who were chosen by their teachers, as class citizen, for working hard. We are so proud of each of you! Keep up the good work!
