Stay informed about the latest WS/FCS news with this Community Update.

Open House and Orientation Dates

Schools will begin hosting open houses and orientations during the first week of August. Find your school’s exact date and time here.

Board of Education Wrap-Up

The Board of Education talked about SMART goals for the next strategic plan, financial management software, and improvements to discipline strategies during their meeting on Tuesday night. Read the full wrap-up here.

Summer Meal Program

WS/FCS is feeding children in need all summer long with its summer meal program, including a new take-home option that’s proving more popular than anyone could have guessed. Check out the full story here.

Athletic Director of the Year

Congratulations to WS/FCS Athletic Director Alexis McCoy, who has been named the Dave Harris Athletic Director of the Year by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association! Learn more about McCoy here.

Newcomer Center Relocation

The Newcomer Center has moved to the first-floor technology lab in the WS/FCS Central Office, located at 475 Corporate Square Dr in Winston-Salem. This move will allow multilingual students and families to access more services in one convenient location. Call the Newcomer Center at (336) 747-6804 for more information.

Family ESL Courses

Families can participate in free English classes this summer and learn strategies to support their children's success. Classes are hosted at Forest Park Elementary, Easton Elementary, Old Town Elementary, and Parkland High School. Find more details here.

Special Education Service Survey

Families of students with disabilities are invited to participate in the annual Parent Survey for Special Education Services. Complete the two-minute survey online here.

New Principal at Reynolds

The Board of Education has appointed Angela Reeves to be the new principal of Petree Elementary School. Learn more about Reeves here.

Upcoming  

-          June 1-July 30 – Summer Meal Program

-          July 3 – July 4th Holiday Observed

-          July 28 – Board of Education Meeting