The WCPS August 2026 Newsletter is now available for viewing.
You may access the newsletter by clicking the following link:
https://wisecova.edurooms.com/newsletters/wise-county-public-schools/newsletters/august-2026-newsletter
Wise County Public Schools now facilitates communication through its app! Here is a video with more information on how students and parents/guardians can get "Connected".
WCPS Communications Video
🍎 As we welcome students back for a new school year, our schools will dismiss early during the first two days of classes to help everyone transition into new routines and schedules.
Tomorrow, Friday, August 7, 2026, all schools will dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Early dismissal gives students and staff additional time to adjust to the new school year, helping ensure a smooth and successful start for everyone.
We look forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and success.
Welcome back, students and staff!
Communities in Schools (CIS) partnered with United Way, assisting with the school supply delivery. The donation included backpacks for students, along with pencils, pens, folders, dividers, scissors, crayons, markers, colored pencils, 5-subject notebooks, filler paper, erasers, and so much more. Superintendent of Wise County Public Schools, Dr. Mike Goforth, states, "The Stuff the Bus program is a tremendous blessing to the students, families, and educators of Wise County Public Schools. By providing essential school supplies, United Way of Southwest Virginia helps remove barriers that can prevent students from starting the school year with confidence. The generosity of this program not only eases the financial burden on families but also allows our teachers to focus on what matters most—teaching and supporting students. We are grateful for this partnership and the positive impact it has on our school communities each year."
These generous donations will help ensure our students have the supplies they need to start the school year ready to learn and succeed. We are grateful to United Way of Southwest Virginia, Communities in Schools, and everyone who contributed to the Stuff the Bus campaign for making a difference in the lives of Wise County students.
Thank you for investing in the future of our children! 🍎
We are excited to welcome our students back for the 2026–2027 school year tomorrow, Thursday, August 6! Our teachers and staff members have been hard at work preparing engaging classrooms, our transportation team has serviced, cleaned, and sanitized every bus, and our division leadership has implemented new curriculum and strengthened systems to support safe, successful learning. Students, parents/guardians, and staff members are reminded that school will dismiss early at 12:30pm on Thursday, August 6, and Friday, August 7, 2026. We can't wait to welcome our students back, and look forward to an amazing 2026–2027 school year.
We'll see you tomorrow!
Join us in welcoming Amy Johnson to the team at Wise County Public Schools!
We're hiring--come work with us!
Position: 26-27 School Health Services Floating Nurse
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5871391
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
We're hiring--come work with us!
Position: 26-27 School Nurse @ Union Middle School
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5871308
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
We're hiring--come work with us!
Position: 26-27 Information Systems Technician
Employment Link: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5870923
Application Deadline: August 19, 2026
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Terms of Employment: Full-Time
Job Description:
The Information Systems Technician provides technical support and administration for the division's student, employee, and financial information systems. This position is responsible for substitute scheduling systems, employee leave tracking and reporting, school attendance reporting coordination, Teacher Access Center and Home Access Center support, hybrid retirement benefit administration, and various school staff technical support to ensure the efficient operation of administrative and instructional systems across the division. The Information Systems Technician serves as a liaison between schools, departments, software vendors, and the Technology Department while maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and security of sensitive student and employee information.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field preferred
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
Experience supporting enterprise software applications preferred
Experience working in a K-12 educational environment preferred
Valid Virginia driver's license
Contact Information:
Ron Vicars
Director of Business and Finance
CENTRAL OFFICE
Phone: 276-328-8017
Email: rvicars@wisek12.org
On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, our special education stakeholders and specialists welcomed new special education teachers for a day of professional development. The training introduced educators to the expectations, resources, and best practices that support student success across the division. We are excited to welcome these dedicated professionals and look forward to the good work they will do, as our school division remains focused on student success.
This time capsule captures a snapshot of life at Wise Primary School in 2026 and will remain sealed until 2051. Inside are photos, favorite books, songs, school memories, and a glimpse of today's world—including a commemorative flag honoring America's 250th Birthday..
When it's opened 25 years from now, the hope is that it will bring smiles, spark cherished memories, and reflect the joy, pride, and spirit of our students, staff, and community.
A heartfelt thank you to Food City for their generous sponsorship of this special project. Your support has helped us preserve a piece of Wise Primary School history for future generations!
Here's to creating memories today that will inspire tomorrow!
