WCPS will be offering FREE developmental and speech screenings. These screenings are open to preschool children ages 2.5 - 5 years of age, who live in Wise County, and are not yet attending kindergarten. For more information, contact Kristen Day at kpday@wisek12.org, or at (276) 328-8017 ext. 12043.
Brag on a Bus Driver - Robin Yates
🚍 Driving since 1989, with 36 years behind the wheel and nearly 30 years in the shop, Robin Yates is the kind of person every school community dreams of. She's more than just a driver — she's a second mom, a mentor, and a daily dose of kindness for the students she serves. What does she love most?
🫶 “My kids, sweet hugs and kisses, I love you’s and I thank you’s.”
Whether it’s buying clothes or jackets for students in need, picking up lunches when someone forgets theirs, helping with homework, or even caring for children until parents arrive — Robin goes above and beyond every single day. She credits her amazing administrative team and beloved coworkers for making her journey meaningful.
Robin, thank you for being a hero on wheels. You are deeply appreciated. 🚌💛
Good luck to each of these teams, student-athletes, and coaches in their fall competition schedules this week!
This week's alumni spotlight is Landry Baker, Class of 2019, from Union High School.
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.
Link: https://forms.gle/ADQAbVxjGmieZA6R9
Come work with us!
25-26 School Year - Speech-Language Pathologist
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.
Position Type: Full-Time
Apply here: https://wiseva.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5337368
The "August 2025 Newsletter" is released!
This month’s newsletter features key updates from the August 11 school board meeting, along with back-to-school news as we welcome students to a new year of learning! Get the latest on our school safety initiatives, capital improvement projects, curriculum and instruction enhancements, and recent academic achievements. We also reaffirm our ongoing commitment to community engagement and spotlight our growing partnership with United Way and Lunchbox276 to support our students and their families.
Start the school year informed and inspired—check out all the updates and stories in this month’s edition by clicking here: https://wisecova.edurooms.com/engage/wise-county-public-schools/newsletters/august-2025-newsletter-74650
Wise County Public Schools congratulates Katelynn W. from Union High School as the VHSL Class 2 Girls Outdoor Track & Field State Champion in the 100m & 300m Hurdle events. Katelynn is coached by Jay Edwards and James Hamilton. The WCPS Board recognized Katelynn and her incredible accomplishments during the August 11th school board meeting.
Wise County Public Schools also congratulates Jocelyn A. from Eastside High School as the Class 1 Girls Outdoor Track & Field State Champion in Triple Jump. Jocelyn is coached by Joel Davis and Mike Rhodes.
Wise County Public Schools congratulates Shelby S., Hailey M., Hannah M., and Katie W. from Eastside High School as the VHSL Class 1 Girls Outdoor Track & Field State Champions in the 4x800m Relay.
The Lady Spartans are coached by Joel Davis and Mike Rhodes.
This week's alumni spotlight is Chloe Collins, Class of 2018, from Wise Central High School.
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.
Link: https://forms.gle/ADQAbVxjGmieZA6R9
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).
Brag on a Bus Driver - Sherry Ramey
For the past 37 years, Sherry Ramey has been a dedicated school bus driver, faithfully transporting students and building lasting relationships along the way. For her, driving a bus is far more than a job — it’s her life. “Driving a school bus is my priority,” Sherry says. “When it gets to the point that I can’t drive my school bus, I don’t know what I will do.” She finds true joy in interacting with the children, sharing laughs, and being part of their everyday lives. Over the years, she’s also played a special role in local sports history, driving all of Robin Dotson’s State Championship teams. Whether it’s a routine school day or an exciting trip to a championship game, Sherry brings warmth, dedication, and heart to everything she does. Her commitment and love for the job have made her a beloved figure in the community — truly irreplaceable.
Parents/guardians of students requesting backpacks and supplies should communicate needs to their school's main office. We will transport these to the schools this week! Thank you, again, to United Way for this wonderful partnership!
Wise County Schools today announced its policy for providing free meals to all students served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. All schools in the division will be participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) as implemented under the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. Students attending a participating school will be provided a nutritious meal for breakfast and lunch each day at no charge to the household.
Link for full press release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VY_-QiCgOGrqtW1M9BiTVvauu-8fZbcv/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118171730297788648515&rtpof=true&sd=true
Households will not be required to submit a meal application form to receive meals at no charge. Any questions can be directed to:
Brandi Bates, Director of Food Services
Phone: (276) 328-8017
Email: bbates@wisek12.org
This evening, at the annual Back-to-School Bash, Wise Primary School unveiled a time capsule buried in 2000 by students, teachers, and staff members. This time capsule was sponsored by Food City when the Pow Wow Playground was built in 2000. Administration at Wise Primary School recently recovered the time capsule that was intact in a large sealed pipe. While Wise Primary School has built a new playground, the administration felt it was essential to honor the Time Capsule of 2000, opening it and displaying its contents at tonight's "Back-to-School Bash." This upcoming school year, the "Family Literacy Night" will showcase the contents of the capsule!
