A special shout out to Brayden, Wyatt, and Max for taking care of our flags at GSMS.
Back To School Bash
GSMS had a great start to the 2024-2025 school year! Students and teachers are excited to be back in the building.
We've had a great few days of welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year!
Click the link to watch a video to see some of the fun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CpJ2C3Ifek
First Day of School: We've had a great day welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year! Here are some highlights of the fun that took place. Be sure to check back as we share more photos over the next few days!
As our students head back to school, please remember to use caution! Observe the speed limit in all school zones, watch for school buses and pedestrians and plan additional time to reach your destination. We appreciate your help to keep our students, teachers, staff and parents safe as we begin a new school year.
Special Recognition: The WCPS Board recognized Dustin Forrester, of Glade Spring Middle School for performing the Heimlich Maneuver on a choking student this past school year. Thank you for your quick actions, Mr. Forrester!
It was all smiles at the WCPS Board Meeting on Monday! Students that took part in Theatre Camp this summer put on a special performance. More than 90 campers in grades 3-12 participated from schools across the division. The camp was in collaboration with WCPS & Emory & Henry.
SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please click the link below for information regarding SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing:
https://5il.co/2swm9
A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
WCPS SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please see the images below for information on SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing. A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
Mobile Menu App: We are pleased to announce a free Mobile Menu App! It offers an easy way to view daily menus. To learn more, click here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=mobile-menus-app-guide
Linq Connect Online Payments: All meals in WCPS are free! However, if your child would like to purchase a-la-carte items, you can pay online. Click here to make a payment: https://linqconnect.com/main
Glade Spring Middle School faculty and staff are ready to begin the new school year. We are Glade Spring!
Going Green! Menus: Did you know that you can have your school menus emailed automatically? You’re able to choose the school menus that you receive. Click here to sign up: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=automenu
Back to School Shopping: If you are wanting to do some shopping this weekend -- remember it's Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday!
To learn more about exempt items, click here: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday
For WCPS Supply Lists, click here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491
School Supply Donations: A big THANK YOU to the United Way of Southwest Virginia and the community for helping to ensure our students are prepared to head back to school! These items were collected through the United Way's annual Stuff the Bus supply drive.
If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday following Open House, check out National Night Out! This free community event is presented by the Abingdon Police Department & Washington County Sheriffs Office. All the fun will take place at The Meadows, starting at 5:00 p.m.
Any 7th or 8th grade boy who is interested in playing middle school football: Tryouts will be held after school at PH on August 7, 8, & 9. Must have a physical.
For more information, call the school at 276-739-3800.
The Brain Architecture Game: On Wednesday, new teachers to WCPS spent time playing this game that builds understanding of the powerful role of experiences on early brain development -- what promotes it and what can derail it. Staff built 'brains' with pipe cleaners and straws.
GSMS got an uplift of the entryway before the first day of school thanks to Sparks Painting. Welcome back Rebels!
