St. Paul Elementary School

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

Braggin' on a Bus Driver | Sherry Stanley, Eastside Community

🚍For 18 years, Sherry Stanley has faithfully served the Eastside community with dedication and heart. What she enjoys most is getting to know the students—building relationships that go far beyond simply transporting them from place to place. She has a genuine heart to serve, and she lives out that mission every day, whether she’s helping students with homework, searching for lost belongings, or offering the kind of everyday counseling that only someone who truly cares can provide. Her routes have always felt more like family than routine runs, and she consistently stepped up to provide coverage whenever needed. Sherry often takes initiative, ensuring that all students are cared for, and that the department runs smoothly. She keeps driving forward with no end in sight—a testament to her work ethic and her unwavering commitment to our school division. She loves her bus driver family and the cohesiveness the department shares together.

Fellow bus driver, Randy Cater shares, “Sherry is dependable, always willing to assist others, and an invaluable asset to the Wise County School Division.”

Thank you, Sherry for being a school bus hero! 🚍

🚌 #HeroBehindTheWheel

🍎✨ 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!

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! ✨

#AmericanEducationWeek #WiseCountyPublicSchools

EARLY DISMISSAL NOTIFICATION - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14:
In observance of the mid-point of the second nine-weeks grading period, schools will dismiss early at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, November 14. Teachers are reminded that they are expected to participate in scheduled professional development activities until 3:30pm.

Wise County Public Schools releases 2025-2026 Altered Schedule Codes:

Wise County Public Schools will utilize the following codes when altered schedules are required. While traditional snow days will remain an option, the following codes may be announced.

School Closed - Traditional Snow Day - 12 Month Employees Report at 10:00 am and stay until 4:30 unless otherwise notified (No Virtual Learning)

Code 0 - Schools are closed and no employees report to work (No Virtual Learning)

Code 1 - Virtual Learning Day. Students will not report to school but all contracted employees report at 10:00 am. Virtual Learning will begin at 10:00 am for students. Virtual Learning Day Schedules will be shared by your child(ren)’s teachers. Teachers will be required to work from school.

Code 2 - 2 Hour Delay. All school activities begin 2 hours later than our regular schedule.

Code 3 - Virtual Learning Day. Students, teachers, and counselors will work from home. Instruction will begin at 10:00 am and will follow the Virtual Learning Day Schedule. Twelve month employees, 180 day contracted employees, 185 day contracted employees, and 200 day contracted employees will report to work at 10:00 am and stay until 4:30 unless otherwise notified.

*All altered schedule announcements will be made by 6:00 am.
*If a 2 Hour Delay is called, any change to that schedule will be announced by 8:00 am.