SCHOOL CALENDAR UPDATE: We’ve released an updated school calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. To view the updated calendar, click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QSxFf9yV71tht4WoMmc7SZf8bL4LHTKv/view?usp=drive_link
Good evening students, families, faculty and staff:
Welcome back and Happy New Year! We hope the holiday break brought time for rest, reflection, and celebration. As we return refreshed and ready to learn, we look forward to a year filled with new opportunities, goals, and successes. Please be advised that school operations will resume tomorrow, Thursday, January 8th, with an early dismissal schedule for students, both, on Thursday, January 8th and Friday, January 9th at 12:30pm.
Thursday, Jan. 8th: Student Early Dismissal at 12:30pm
Friday, Jan. 9th: Student Early Dismissal at 12:30pm
Teachers are expected to participate in scheduled professional development activities until 3:30pm on both early release dates.
Wishing our students, their families, and our faculty and staff a joyful holiday season, and a restful break filled with peace and happiness!
Wise County Public Schools Achieve Full Accreditation and Statewide Recognition
We are honored to share that every school within the Wise County Public School division has earned full Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) accreditation, reflecting strong academic performance across the division, region, and state with 7 of 11 schools achieving “Distinguished” status, and 4 of 11 schools earning an “On Track” rating. Congratulations to students, staff, and administration on this amazing accomplishment!
Press Release: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x4bunzJIflmvX16fF3EdPXN3RM6ao6_w/view?usp=sharing
"A Lovely Cheese Pizza. Just for Me."
HOME ALONE-PIZZA-PEPSI-SWEET TREAT
December 16th
3:45pm-5:15pm
Bus Transportation provided
Register by: December 15th
This event will not be rescheduled in case of inclement weather.
Registration forms are being sent home today.
🍎✨ Happy Substitute Educators Day! ✨🍎
Today, Wise County Public Schools proudly celebrates our incredible substitute educators — those who step in with flexibility, care, and commitment whenever they’re needed most. Our substitutes provide stability and guidance, keeping learning moving forward for every student, every day.
Thank you for your dedication, adaptability, and the positive impact you make across all our schools. You truly help light the way for student success in Wise County!
Today, Wise County Public Schools proudly celebrates the incredible individuals who keep our schools shining bright — our Education Support Professionals.
From bus drivers and cafeteria staff to custodians, secretaries, instructional aides, and maintenance teams — you are the steady light that helps guide our schools safely each day. 🌟
Thank you for being an essential part of the Wise County Schools family — your light makes all the difference!
Thanksgiving Break Closure Notice:
Please be advised that all schools will be closed Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving Break. Regular classes and school operations will resume on Monday, December 1.
We wish our students, their families, and our faculty and staff a safe and joyful Thanksgiving holiday.
This week, November 17th-21st, Wise County Public Schools proudly celebrates American Education Week — a time to shine a light on the students, educators, staff, families, and community members who make our schools strong. Just like a lighthouse, our schools guide every learner toward success, illuminating the path with knowledge, compassion, and opportunity.
Join us in recognizing the dedication of our teachers, the hard work of our students, and the unwavering support of our community. Together, we’re lighting the way to a brighter future for Wise County! ✨
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