Washington County Career & Technical Education Center

Good evening, Earlier this week we received additional information concerning instructional hours and remote learning. This led to a conversation with VDOE staff which provided a new perspective on our plan to offer virtual instruction on March 5. As a result of this conversation, I am announcing that WCPS will be closed on March 5 and that our last day of school will remain the same (May 29). We hope to offer childcare for working parents of elementary students on March 5. If possible, we will provide additional information in the near future. Thank you, Keith Perrigan, Ed.D. Superintendent Washington County Public Schools 812 Thompson Dr. Abingdon, VA 24210 276-739-3000 @WashCoSuper “Committed to the Success of Every Student“

So thrilled to have Dr. Jerry Jones share his talent and story of being educated in SWVA during Segregation with PHHS students. Check out some of the other Black History Month activities held in @washcovaschools here - go.boarddocs.com/vsba/wcps/Boar…

Pharmacy technician students are practicing drawing up medication out of vial. And practicing syringe techniques for IV, ID, SC,and IM injections.

WCPS Students going into grades 5,6,and 7: Be sure to check out this fun opportunity available to you this summer. Registration has begun and spaces are limited, so please check it out and if you are interested, register soon.

Dear Families This is just a reminder that schools will dismiss 2 hours early tomorrow, February 22, for Parent/Teacher Conferences. Please make arrangements for your child's transportation. Thank you, Washington County Schools

Be sure to check out these exciting opportunities for our students sponsored by the Washington County Public Library next month!

WCCTEC Sports Medicine Students worked on Spine Boarding skills.

We say goodbye and Happy Retirement to Susan Kidd; thank you, Susan for 12+ years at the WCCTEC!

Congrats to WCCTEC Auto Body SkillsUSA competitors! Collision Repair, Layla W. 1st place, Kelsey F. 2nd Place, Gage L. 3rd Place.

Good afternoon, A few folks have reached out to us about increased cases of flu and other illnesses in our schools. After reviewing the attendance data at every school in our division, we noticed that a few of our schools have had a slight increase in the number of students who are absent and/or checked out of school early. Thankfully, the increases are not to the extent that we would consider closing school or making other schedule changes. However, in order to make our learning environments as safe and healthy as possible, we have approved overtime for all custodians and have directed them to make sure all areas of our schools are properly cleaned and disinfected, especially those areas with higher than normal absences. We will also be disinfecting school buses as necessary. We appreciate the communication from our families about the increase in illnesses and we hope that everyone who has been affected feels better soon. If we see attendance rate increase at an alarming rate, we will communicate with the local Health Department about how to best address the situation. In the meantime, we hope you and your family stay healthy and avoid the Flu, COVID, and the other illnesses that seem to peak this time of year. Thank you, Keith Perrigan, Ed.D. Superintendent Washington County Public Schools 812 Thompson Dr. Abingdon, VA 24210 276-739-3000 @WashCoSuper

Pictured left: Camden C. 1st place joint contest. Gavin C. Arrow B. and Grayson C. won 1st place for the fabrication contest.

SkillsUSA District Competitions are underway at WCCTEC today. Best of luck to all divisions!

It's National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! We are so thankful for Officers Clear and Riegel!

Students from Welding I, II and III designed and built this metal bench for the 20th Annual Justin Foundation fundraising event on March 7 at 6:30 at Rhea Valley Elementary School.

WCCTEC Students in Pharmacy Tech learn to compound flavors for making chapstick in their lab.

Families, we hope that you'll take advantage of this very timely and informative session being offered free of charge for all our families. Join via ZOOM tonight for the next session in our Mental Health Series The ABCs of Substance Use and Vaping!

WCCTEC Culinary Arts Students prepared a dish using white fish while learning the different types available.

Due to downed trees and power lines in some parts of the County, bus service will be delayed for some students as we reroute buses. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

VHCC President, Dr. Hutchinson & Dean of Professional & Technical Studies, as well as College Navigator, Karen Reid, spoke to WCCTEC students about opportunities at VHCC.

Thank you, Mrs. Walker, for all you do!