The Wise County Public School Board recognized Mika Shortt, a recent graduate from Central High School, and a second-year Cosmetology student at the Wise County Career Technical Center for his continued success in barbering on Monday, June 8, 2026 at the regularly scheduled school board meeting.
On March 11, 2026, Mika won the Virginia State SkillsUSA Barbering competition for the second consecutive year, following a successful regional qualifier on February 11, 2026.
This recent victory builds on his impressive 2024-2025 season, where he swept both the regional and state levels before advancing to the national stage. In June 2025, Mika proudly represented SkillsUSA Virginia in Atlanta, Georgia, placing 5th in the nation.
In June 2026, Mika most recently represented SkillsUSA Virginia on the national stage, placing 5th in the nation, again!
We are so proud of Mika and all that he has accomplished during his time with Wise County Public Schools, and look forward to following his professional barbering journey!
5 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Union High School's Boys 4x400m Relay team (Ean Baker, Carlos Anderson, Riley Orange, and Kam Bostic) are Class 2 VHSL State Champions with a time of 3:27.08!
Congratulations!!!
8 days ago, Sarah Helton
Congratulations to Katelynn Witt (Union High School) on her repeat VHSL Class 2 state title in the 300 hurdles with a winning time of 46.40!
Congratulations, Katelynn!
8 days ago, Sarah Helton
Shelby Stanley (Eastside High School) captured her third state championship title today (and ninth for her career) in the 800 meter run, breaking the VHSL state meet record!
Congratulations, Shelby!!!
8 days ago, Sarah Helton
Shelby Stanley (Eastside High School) repeats as the Class 1 VHSL State Champion in the 1600 meter run! Congratulations, Shelby!
8 days ago, Sarah Helton
Katelynn Witt (Union High School) repeats as the Class 2 VHSL Track & Field State Champion in the 100 meter hurdles with a time of 15.25!
Congratulations, Katelynn!!!
8 days ago, Sarah Helton
Congratulations to Hailey Mays, Hannah Mays, Katie Williams, and Shelby Stanley (Eastside High School) on winning the 4x800 Meter Relay at the Class 1 VHSL State Track & Field Meet at JMU!
The Lady Spartans set a new VHSL State record at 10:02.23🏆
Congratulations to our Eastside Lady Spartans!
9 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
From our Food Services Department:
Summer Feeding Update:
L.F. Addington Middle School has closed as a summer feeding site as of 6/3. Wise Primary remains open as a summer feeding site and is located across the street.
11 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Good luck to each of these teams, student-athletes, and coaches in their competition schedules this week!
12 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Feeding Southwest Virginia is in partnership with No Kid Hungry and Amazon to deliver "Children's Summer Food Boxes" to your family this season.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, May 29, 2026 marks the completion of the second semester and fourth nine-week grading period. Students will dismiss at 12:30pm. Teachers may depart after assigned duties have been completed. We wish our students and staff a safe and restful summer break!!!
17 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Wise County Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability or age, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided, on a first come, first serve basis, at the sites and times listed (attached images). Children must remain onsite while consuming their meals.
17 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Our school division has been asked to share this informational flyer on behalf of Trevor's Team in conjunction the Health Wagon's Move Mountains Medical Mission event on July 10-11, 2026. Registration begins at 7:00am on both dates. For more information, please contact The Health Wagon.
18 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Students, parents, guardians, families, and staff,
Friday, May 29, 2026 marks the completion of the second semester and fourth nine-week grading period. Students will dismiss at 12:30pm on Friday, May 29. Teachers may depart after assigned duties have been completed. We wish our students an enjoyable last week of the 25-26 school year, and a safe and restful summer break!
19 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Good luck to each of these teams, student-athletes, and coaches in their competition schedules this week!
19 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
On this Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude on their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting the freedoms we enjoy every day.
As we spend time with family and friends, may we also pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to others. Their legacy lives on through our gratitude, respect, and continued commitment to serving our communities with compassion and integrity.
Wise County Public Schools extends our deepest gratitude to the fallen, their families, and all who have served.
May we never forget their sacrifice.
20 days ago, Sarah Helton
Students, parents, guardians, families, and staff members are reminded that schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
WCPS honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend!
23 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Join us in welcoming Madison Ramey to the team at Wise County Public Schools!
23 days ago, Wise County Public Schools
Join us in welcoming Hunter Kiser to the team at Wise County Public Schools!
