Wallace Middle School

On behalf of High Point Elementary School I would like to thank the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Virginia State Police for their assistance with the situation that led to High Point going on a soft lockdown for most of the school day today. They provided guidance and extra personnel to ensure our students and staff were safe. We greatly appreciate their expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. I would also like to thank the Administration at High Point Elementary for making decisions that erred on the side of student/staff safety and for communicating the status of the situation multiple times throughout the day to our parents. We will brief the situation with administration and law enforcement tomorrow to ensure that we continue best practices and improve in the areas that need adjustments. One of the early take aways is that we can communicate more efficiently by encouraging parents and stakeholders sign up for the Washington County App. Please visit this site (https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1203297) for more information about this app and a link to download it. Again, thanks to everyone who helped keep our kids and staff safe, nothing we do is more important. If you have suggestions on how we can make our schools safer, please don't hesitate to share your ideas with us.

Just a reminder that Dr. Perrigan will be at John Battle High School this afternoon from 5:00-5:45 pm for a Meet and Greet with anyone who would like to stop by with questions or comments. This will be immediately prior to the Meet the Trojans Program.

On Wednesday, August 16, Wallace Middle School will host a Back to School Bash for students. Students will participate in a variety of activities for spirit points, sign up for clubs, and recognize fall athletes. The PTA will be selling bubble tea, bubble lemonade, water, soda, and snacks. All activities will take place outside. Students will need to dress appropriately and bring money for concessions. This event will take place during the regular school day. Also, this event is for WMS students only!

To comply with the Code of Virginia and the SFPC, Wallace Middle School will participate in a lockdown drill on Monday, August 17, 2023.

WCPS School Nutrition is operating a new software program. Serving lines may be slow for the first two weeks of school, while POS operators are learning the new system. The new site is here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=mobile-menus-app-guide

The Middle School football game against Virginia Middle School that was originally scheduled for Monday, September 4, 2023, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

Wallace Middle School football parents are invited to a parent meeting hosted on Friday, August 11, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The meeting will occur in the John S. Battle High School gymnasium.

Tomorrow is the big day! Everyone stay safe, be cautious, and always put student safety first! #WashingtonWay @WashCoSuper

Due to forecasts of strong thunderstorms with high winds, afternoon activities/practices for Washington County Public School students will be canceled this evening. Unless, the forecast significantly changes, we will continue to hold registration events at schools as scheduled. However, if parents are unable to attend the registration events tonight, they can contact individual schools tomorrow to make other arrangements. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and make adjustments if necessary.

As we start a new school year, Dr. Perrigan wants to provide opportunities for parents to engage with him to ask questions and share ideas. He will be available at the School Board Office on August 7th, at Holston High School on August 8th, at Patrick Henry High School on August 10th and at John Battle High School on August 15th. All Meet & Greets will be from 5:00-5:45 pm. Drop in as your schedule allows.

John Battle Boy's Soccer is hosting the first youth (boys & girls welcome) soccer camp on Aug. 15-17, 6-8 pm. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6lpBfQ4Ay-P4bfXSeOgcvJziL9hdNXanNZiKf3SdohssPRg/viewform

John Battle Boy's Soccer is hosting the first youth (boys & girls welcome) soccer camp on Aug. 15-17, 6-8 pm. Click the link to register! https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc6lpBfQ4Ay.../viewform

Please see the following link for important information from our School Nutrition Department - https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1188151

See attached flyer from VDH about extended hours for school vaccinations: https://5il.co/20pr7

As the new Superintendent, I couldn’t be more pleased to inherit, and expand great relationships with local law enforcement! Thanks to WC Sheriff’s Office, VA State Police, & the Town Police Departments of Abingdon, Glade Spring, & Damascus for keeping our students & staff safe!

As the new Superintendent, I couldn’t be more pleased to inherit, and expand great relationships with local law enforcement! Thanks to WC Sheriff’s Office, VA State Police, & the Town Police Departments of Abingdon, Glade Spring, & Damascus for keeping our students & staff safe!

Okay Washington County Teachers, it's almost time to get your PD on! Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!!! #WCPSBest

Don't forget, the deadline for applying for the Region 7 Virtual Academy is fast approaching. If you are considering applying, it must be completed by July 1. Emails about acceptance will go out before July 15th. You can apply at this link: https://forms.gle/eChbsiE8MV2NDhzRA

WCPS is excited to announce the creation of a new Mobile STEM Learning Lab! For more information, read about it it here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1150710 #WCPSBest

Great News! WCPS is proud to introduce TECHTREK our Mobile Stem Learning Lab! More information about this exciting information can be found here: https://thrillshare.com/s/news-wcps-washingtoncountypsva/articles/coming-soon-to-a-wcps-school-near-you-mobile-stem-lab #WCPSBest