Students at Easton, Petree, and Piney Grove have been learning about the professional world and hearing from doctors, chefs, stylists, police officers, photographers, realtors, and more during their schools' recent career fairs. It's never to soon to plan for the future!
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iReady and Bee Kind Coffee Co. teamed up to reward teachers at schools with high rates of participation and growth with free coffee and donuts. Congratulations to these excellent educators, and thanks for working so hard to get students ready for the end of the year!
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Glenn High School technology, engineering, and design students got hands-on with professional trades during Samet Corporation's Student Trades Day on Wednesday morning. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2124581.
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The Board of Education recognized 69 teachers who ranked in the top 25% for grade 4-5 reading EOG scores during their latest meeting. These teachers received bonuses from NCDPI in recognition of their students' academic growth. Congratulations, teachers!
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Congratulations to WS/FCS Director of Behavior Support and Intervention Shannon Dobson for winning a School Behavioral Health Champion Award from the Southeastern School Behavioral Health Conference!
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Kiwanis of Kernersville recently received a grant from Reading is Fundamental to put 4,500 free books in local elementary schools. To that end, they've provided customized cabinets to Kernersville Elementary, Walkertown Elementary, Union Cross, Smith Farm, and now, Caleb's Creek, and will be keeping each cabinet stocked with new books for students to enjoy. Thank you for supporting our students!
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The Board of Education recognized Atkins, Hanes, and Diggs-Latham at their last meeting after they won Merit Awards from Magnet Schools of America for creating excellent student-centered learning environments. Congratulations to our wonderful magnet educators!
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Speas Global Elementary School was one of four schools in the state highlighted in the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Virtual Visual Arts Gallery! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2118859.
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The Board of Education recognized the Reagan Air Force JROTC for winning the Civilian Marksmanship State Championship and finishing second at the Air Force National Championship 3-Position Air Rifle Competition during their meeting last week. Congratulations, Reagan!
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Congratulations to Dr. Clint Wilson, WS/FCS' Chief Officer of Student Services, for being named among the 2025 Black Business Ink 40 Under 40 Most Influential African Americans in the Triad!
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Kimberley Park held a staff chili and soup cookoff today to celebrate its educators and gear everyone up for the final nine weeks of the school year. Let's make it a soup-er fourth quarter!
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Congratulations to the Atkins High School Model UN for their success at their second-ever High School United Nations Conference at Appalachian State University! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2110734.
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Keep North Carolina Beautiful awarded students in the Downtown School’s Eco Club a Window of Opportunity grant worth $1,000 for their urban wildlife habitat project this week! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2110164.
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Teachers, school staff, students, parents, and other citizens interested in the future of public education in North Carolina came to see State Superintendent Mo Green at Mount Tabor on Monday night. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2107944.
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North Forsyth Senior Ariel Odugba's story of getting to stay in her school is a testament to the great work WS/FCS does for its students in foster care. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2098713.
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Parkland High School hosted the Superintendent’s Institute on Wednesday for a program titled “Still I Rise – Elevating Black Girls in High School with Equity, Empowerment, and Emotional Success”. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2097442.
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LEAD Girls of NC is recognizing five WS/FCS students at its annual Soiree fundraiser for their exceptional commitment and service. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2081648.
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The Board of Education recognized teachers who have earned statewide IB, Read to Achieve, and CTE Bonuses during their meeting last night. These bonuses are all awarded based on student performance in their respective fields. 106 teachers in the district earned these distinctions, although not all were able to attend the meeting. Congratulations, teachers!
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We have our winners for the 2025 WS/FCS High School Battle of the Books:
1st Place - Early and Middle College
2nd Place - John F. Kennedy High School
3rd Place - Paisley Magnet School
Congratulations to everyone on a great battle!
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The Board of Education recognized Atkins High School's success in the Camel City Game Jam during their meeting last week. The event allows student game designers to prove their programming and design skills and network with industry professionals. Congratulations, Atkins!
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