Spring Vaccination Clinic Information:
Information concerning spring vaccination clinics is attached. These clinics will target rising 7th and 12th grade students.
One dose of Tdap and one dose of Meningococcal (MenACWY) are required before entering the 7th grade. A complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccines is also required, with the first dose administered before entering the 7th grade. Parents or guardians may choose NOT to have their child receive the HPV vaccine. A second dose of MenACWY is required before entering the 12th grade.
Parents may either complete a paper consent form, or register online by using the link at the bottom of the flyer. We ask parents to please specify the vaccines that they wish for their child to receive on the consent form. If parents have questions, they may reach out to the local health department, or contact:
Sheryl Bentley, BSN, RN
Supervisor of School Health Services
sbentley@wisek12.org
Phone: 276-321-0046 ext:12050
2026 Adolescent Vaccination Consent Form:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aB-KFlETRoYyQ_hhTHxcGxejBTqWl7c8/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118171730297788648515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Online registration link: http://redcap.link/lenospring26
Position: 26 - 27 School Year- PreK-6 Teacher(s)- Various Locations
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5583154
Starting Date:
August 3, 2026
Desired Qualification:
Must have a current PreK-6 teaching license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Wise County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, status as a veteran, genetic information or disability is prohibited. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Terms of Employment:
Full Time
Contact Information:
David Stanley
Human Resources Director
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: dstanley@wisek12.org
Position: 26 - 27 6-8 Middle School Teacher(s) Various locations (All Endorsements)
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5583409
Starting Date:
August 3, 2026
Desired Qualification:
Must have a current 6-8 Middle School endorsement teaching license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. (Middle school 6-8 Science, History, English and Math Endorsement)
The Wise County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, status as a veteran, genetic information or disability is prohibited. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Terms of Employment:
Full Time
Contact Information:
David Stanley
Human Resources Director
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: dstanley@wisek12.org
Position: 26 - 27 School Year- Collaborative Special Education Teacher(s)- Various Locations
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5583423
Starting Date:
August 3, 2026
Desired Qualification:
Must have a current Special Education teaching license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Wise County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, status as a veteran, genetic information or disability is prohibited. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Terms of Employment:
Full Time
Contact Information:
Cari Braddock
Director of Student Services
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: cbraddock@wisek12.org
Position: 26 - 27 School Year- High School Self - Contained Special Education Teacher(s)- Various Locations
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5583444
Starting Date:
August 3, 2026
Desired Qualification:
Must have a current Special Education teaching license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Wise County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention or other personnel actions affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, status as a veteran, genetic information or disability is prohibited. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Terms of Employment:
Full Time
Contact Information:
Cari Braddock
Director of Student Services
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: cbraddock@wisek12.org
Position: 26-27 Speech Language Pathologist
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5583454
Job Description:
Effective July 1, 2015, in order to practice speech-language pathology in Virginia public schools, an individual Must hold a valid speech-language pathologist license issued by the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP). A valid license issued by the BASLP is required.
Terms of Employment:
Full Time
Contact Information:
Cari Braddock
Director of Student Services
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: cbraddock@wisek12.org
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https://wisecova.edurooms.com/engage/wise-county-public-schools/newsletters/march-2026-newsletter
Position: 25-26 School Year Floating Nurse
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5578336
Qualifications:
Hold a current LPN/RN license in the State of Virginia
Current certification in CPR
Have at least one year of clinical experience in a hospital setting, preference in Pediatrics
Possess the ability to work well with students, parents, administration, staff, Medical providers, and community
A working knowledge of Special Education Services (procedures and law) and immunization requirements preferred
Performance Responsibilities:
Responsible for the supervision of School Health Clinic when substituting for school nurses
Responsible for administration of school health guidelines; liaison with health care providers, family, community, and schools
Responsible for interpreting information from health care providers
Responsible for participating in workshops/trainings/in-services for nurses/faculty
Responsible for participating in school-wide screening programs
Responsible in providing direct nursing care to students and staff
Responsible for maintaining a current skills and knowledge base
Responsible for compiling and submitting reports on a weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis
Responsible for developing Nursing Plans of Care for students requiring skilled nursing services in the school setting
Responsible for maintaining records for Medicaid billing
Communicate health and safety information on a daily basis to staff and provide updated information and related trainings
Phone calls and electronic communication to outside agencies regarding students’ needs.
Well-child visit/Physical pre-work-up
Covid-quarantine letter follow-up with parents/guardians
Follow up with parents/guardians when a student fails vision and/or hearing screenings at school
***In the event schools close for distance learning, other duties may be assigned by the principal
Terms of Employment:
Full Time - Salary to be determined by the School Board
Contact Information:
Sheryl Bentley, Director of Health Services
Wise County Career & Technical Center
Phone: 276-321-0046
Email: sbentley@wisek12.org
L.F. Addington Middle School was highlighted at the Wise County Public School Board meeting on Monday, March 9.
Principal Deidre Church and Assistant Principal Hannah Perrigan attended the meeting to represent the school.
Mrs. Church congratulated the students and staff for their outstanding achievement on the School Quality Profile and VDOE Accreditation rating. L.F. Addington Middle School earned a “Distinguished” score of 90.6.
L.F. Addington Middle School recently celebrated the Communities in Schools “100 Schools Celebration.” From after-school engagement activities to substance abuse awareness initiatives and attendance motivation efforts, L.F. Addington Middle proudly demonstrated “100 Reasons We Show Up.”
An eighth grade student, Micah V., was recognized and pictured with Superintendent Dr. Mike Goforth for outstanding student leadership and advocacy.
During the meeting, Micah also delivered a presentation titled “Self-Accommodation with Audiobooks,” sharing how technology can support student learning and accessibility.
In addition to this recognition, Micah V. has represented L.F. Addington Middle School through several educational technology opportunities, including presenting at TechSplash 2025, the VSTE 2025 Tech Conference, and a VSTE Throwdown Webinar. He also was featured in the Activated Learning Podcast with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).
Wise County Public Schools celebrates Micah V. for demonstrating leadership, innovation, and a commitment to helping others learn through technology.
Thank you to the students and families of L.F. Addington Middle School, Principal Church, and Assistant Principal Perrigan for celebrating L.F. Addington Middle School's successes with our school division!
Coeburn Primary School was highlighted at the Wise County Public School Board meeting on Monday, March 9.
Principal Amanda Woody and Assistant Principal Matt Dysart attended the meeting to represent the school. Mrs. Woody thanked the Wise County Public School Board for the recent improvements at Coeburn Primary, including the installation of a new awning and a new gym floor.
Mrs. Woody also congratulated the students and staff for their outstanding achievement on the School Quality Profile and VDOE Accreditation rating. Coeburn Primary earned a “Distinguished” score of 91.7.
Following the presentation, third and fourth grade students performed a musical selection for those in attendance, showcasing the talents and hard work of Coeburn Primary students.
Click the link to watch "Coeburn Primary School (A Day in the Life of a Student)": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsWd7ZH6wQc
Thank you to the students and families of Coeburn Primary School, Principal Woody, and Assistant Principal Dysart for celebrating Coeburn Primary School's successes with our school division!
Wise County Public Schools is eager to learn about and share alumni highlights from its graduates! Please click here (https://forms.gle/ADQAbVxjGmieZA6R9) to complete a submission form. Please note that submissions will be featured in the order they are received.
⏰ Reminder: Daylight Saving Time
Students, parents/guardians, faculty, staff, and community members:
Please note that Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Clocks will move forward one hour (clocks move from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m.).
Enjoy the beautiful weekend!
This week our team came together for grade-level planning, SPED collaboration meetings, and professional development to ensure every student receives the support they need to succeed.
By sharing ideas, reviewing student progress, and learning new strategies, we continue to strengthen instruction and build a supportive learning environment for all learners.
Today, Friday, March 6, is National School Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! 🛠️🏫
Our school maintenance team works behind the scenes every single day to keep our buildings clean, safe, and running smoothly for students, staff, and families. From fixing leaks and clearing sidewalks to setting up classrooms and responding to emergencies, their dedication helps make our schools great places to learn and grow.
Please join us in saying THANK YOU to the incredible maintenance professionals who take such great care of our schools and community. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate everything you do!
Wise County Public Schools is extremely grateful for Mr. Gary Lawson, Director of Facilities and Maintenance, and the department he leads!
School Calendar Reminder:
Friday, March 6 was originally scheduled as an early dismissal day, however, due to school calendar revisions, Friday, March 6 will now be observed as a full school day. Please take note of the following dates corresponding to the grading periods for the 3rd and 4th nine-week terms:
March 20, 2026 - End of 3rd Nine Week Grading Period ***Regular dismissal
April 24, 2026 - Mid 9 weeks (4th Nine Week Grading Period) ***Regular dismissal
May 29, 2026 - End of 4th Nine Week Grading Period ***12:30pm Early dismissal
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Honoring Our Distinguished Educators | Mrs. Debra Laney, 46 years and counting!
Mrs. Debra Laney began teaching in Wise County in 1980 after moving from Connecticut. She spent 25 wonderful years at Coeburn Middle School, including teaching experiences at St. Paul, and now Eastside High School. Throughout the years, she worked alongside tremendous teachers and administrators, and made a lasting impact on countless students.
One of the greatest rewards of her career has been watching students grow—seeing those who struggled persevere, graduate, earn their diplomas, and go on to college, the trades, or the workforce–”When students attend college, or enter trades, those are my success stories.” Mrs. Laney hopes that she encouraged students to be accountable, self-sufficient, and productive. As she reflects, she “hopes she has helped students realize they have all the skills, talents and abilities to pursue their hopes and dreams.”
In the classroom, Mrs. Laney especially loves watching students discover a passion for reading and the excitement that comes with learning something new. “Mrs. Clay and I recently introduced a book to our class, and they instantly became hooked. It is so rewarding to see them excited to read–they’re glued to reading!”
Outside of the classroom, when asked about her reach and overall impact, she smiled–”When students see you, they smile and connect. That’s the true value of impact.”
In her personal time, Mrs. Laney enjoys spending time with her daughter, working on home improvement projects, reading, traveling, and volunteering at the St. Paul Food Bank on Thursdays.
Mrs. Laney has dedicated 46 years of dedication, encouragement, and impact on generations of students in the Wise County Public School division. We are so deeply grateful for Mrs. Laney, and her commitment to the students and families of Wise County.
