This week, Wayne County Public Schools learned that 20 of its schools earned the Purple Star Award designation from the North Carolina Department of Instruction for their demonstrated military-friendly practices and a commitment to military students and families. District leaders state that Wayne County Public Schools maintains a strong relationship with Seymour Johnson Air Force…… read more »
Remote learning has taken on a new look for some WCPS students taking high school Family Consumer Science Apparel II courses. Students who lack a sewing machine at home are now able to check out a sewing machine to complete their assignments. The courses are part of the district’s Career & Technical Education program. With…… read more »
On Monday, May 4, Wayne County Public Schools recognized School Lunch Hero Day. Over the course of the morning and early afternoon, WCPS superintendent Dr. Michael Dunsmore and his Cabinet traveled to the 10 school meal distribution sites via an activity bus to personally thank all of the School Nutrition Staff and volunteers for their…… read more »
Wayne County Public Schools is sharing the following update on remote instruction: Remote Instruction Timeline & Update: This week, district administrators met with workgroups of principals and counselors to finalize local plans and processes for teachers to effectively provide student feedback, give end of year progress reports, and assign final grades as applicable. On Friday morning,…… read more »
This Thursday night, April 30, WCPS high schools will be turning on their stadium lights at 8:20 PM, or 2020 Military Time, as part of a local “Athletic Lights Night”. Wayne County Public Schools says the lights will be turned on for approximately 20 minutes to recognize its senior athletes and to show special appreciation to those seniors who were…… read more »
Wayne County Public Schools is sharing the following message regarding graduation plans with high school seniors and parents: Class of 2020 Graduation Planning: Since school buildings were closed in March, our seniors have lost the opportunity to attend prom, take part in senior trips, participate in school sports, and be able to socialize with teachers and…… read more »
The following Wayne County Public Schools principals recently completed the Distinguished Leadership Program, a year-long leadership development program for practicing school principals designed and provided by the North Carolina Principals and Assistant Principal’s Association and sponsored by the North Carolina Alliance for School Leadership Development: Damesha Smith, principal of Brogden Middle School Brian Weeks, principal…… read more »
Spring Break Meal Distribution Plan: As a reminder, Spring Break for Wayne County Public Schools is April 10 through April 17 for all schools. This Thursday, April 9, all ten meal distribution sites will provide meals for both Thursday and Friday for those students who need this service. All sites will be closed on Friday.…… read more »
Families who may lack reliable Internet at home now have additional options for their child to complete online assignments and activities as part of remote learning. This week, Wayne County Public Schools and the United Way of Wayne County launched a “Park & Learn” initiative, which encourages families to take advantage of identified parking areas…… read more »
