Crafts, science experiments, reading aloud, and a special conservation project were all on the agenda as the WHS Key Club spent April 22 - Earth Day - with BRP students from Pre-K through second grade. BRP students enjoyed making Earth Day crowns and necklaces, planting seeds, learning about the water cycle, and making their own water filtration "tank" with Key Club members. Afterward, everyone shared a picnic lunch on the playground, and the teens helped pick up litter along BRP's walking trail before they departed. Thank you to these Key Club members for teaching our younger students the true meaning of Earth Day! 🌳🌿🌎
JCS Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, April 12th is a 2-Hour Early Dismissal for students and a Faculty Senate day for staff.
🏋️♂️ Washington High School students showed off their strength in an Iron Soldier deadlift competition during a recent table visit from the soldiers of the U.S. Army Recruiting Station in Martinsburg and the Frederick Army Recruiting Company. Kyree Brooks, John Wilson, and Grace Troxel emerged as the winners of the challenge to deadlift 150 pounds on a hex bar for maximum reps. Now that's what we call a flex - literally! 💪
JCS Reminder: Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10th Juniors will be taking their SATs on campus at JHS/WHS. Freshmen, Sophomores, and Seniors will have assignments in Canvas to work on remotely.
JCS Reminder: On Wednesday, April 10th Juniors will be taking the SAT. Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors please remember to bring your devices home tomorrow for remote learning on Wednesday via Canvas.
JCS Reminder: Tomorrow, Monday, April 8th is a 2-Hour Early Dismissal.
A reminder that Spring Break begins on Friday, March 29, with all Jefferson County schools and offices closed. Schools will remain closed April 1-5, while JCS offices will be open. Students will return to school on Monday, April 8. Enjoy your Spring Break!
Please review the JCS calendar reminders and changes for April: https://www.smore.com/n/qr4xnh
🎨 WHS student artists display their talent at the Jefferson Arts Council's annual Youth Art Show! 🎨 Congratulations to Lee Laird-Negl and other talented WHS artists selected to participate in the 2024 Youth Art Show! JCS art teachers submit the best of students' 2D and 3D artwork for the annual event celebrating West Virginia's Youth Art Month. A public reception on March 10 honored the featured artists. The Youth Art Show runs through March 31 at the Firehouse Gallery in Charles Town.
What an active and engaging day of professional learning! Elementary art teachers participated in hands-on activities today as they continue to grow as professional educators. It was just one of several district-wide training opportunities JCS was proud to offer staff on this professional learning day as they continue to perfect their skills in our schools and classrooms. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to student success!
As a reminder, there is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, March 8, 2024. This is a professional development day for staff.
Reminder: Every senior (whether on or off-campus) has been added to the 2023-2024 WHS Senior Class page on Canvas. All graduation information and news of any senior events will be posted to this page. Students should also check their Canvas inbox messages regularly for information.
Congratulations to the WHS Math Field Day team for taking top honors in the 10th-12th Grade category at this year's district competition! Plus, Megan Brady and Ryan Dewett took first and second place in the 10th-12th Grade individual competition, and Mason Meagher placed third in the 9th Grade individual contest. A complete list of winners may be found here: https://www.jcswv.org/article/1442500. The top three individual winners in each category will now advance to the regional competition on March 11 at WVU Potomac State College. Way to go, Patriots!
WHS continued its National FFA Week celebrations with a Petting Zoo and Bring Your Tractor to School Day!
First responders serve our community and help people in need, often spending hours away from their families in the process. This week, Washington High School FFA members honored and thanked them by delivering dinner to police stations and firehouses around Jefferson County as part of National FFA Week. Students delivered over sixty meals to staff and volunteers at the Charles Town Police Department, Ranson Police Department, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Citizens Fire Company, Independent Fire Company, and Middleway Volunteer Fire Company. Thank you to these local heroes for being the backbone of our community! 💙💛
Shepherd University invites high school students and their families (including rising freshmen!) to one of two upcoming dual enrollment information nights on February 22 and March 12. Students will learn how they can simultaneously receive high school and college credits while getting a head start on their college education! Register to attend at https://www.shepherd.edu/admissions/dualenrollment.
Don't forget! ⏰ Submissions for the JCS Black History Month art competition are due next Friday, February 23! Students are invited to celebrate notable figures throughout Black history with original artwork that highlights strength and resilience, explores creativity, and inspires others. Winners will showcase their creations at a community-wide Black History Month celebration on March 2 in Shepherdstown. Visit www.jcswv.org/bhm-art to learn more!
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, all Jefferson County Schools extracurricular activities taking place on Saturday, February 17, 2024, are canceled. This includes extracurricular activities, athletic practices, and competitions taking place at home or away. The Regional Wrestling Tournament at Jefferson High School is rescheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 18. All other rescheduled activities will be communicated at a later date.
⏰ A reminder that all Jefferson County schools will dismiss two hours early today, Friday, February 16, for faculty senate meetings.
February 15, 2024: Washington High School will dismiss students at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, due to a schoolwide loss of power caused by a vehicle accident on Rte. 340. Buses will run their normal routes. To place a call to the school, please use the emergency number at 304-702-0540. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these unforeseen circumstances.