Volunteer Greta Gray has been hard at work outside South Fork Elementary School this year, and the result is a garden that the whole school can feel proud of. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3195396.
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A student-led partnership between Reagan High School and Team IMPACT raised $5,615 to support children with disabilities and serious illnesses in achieving their athletic dreams. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3187487.
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from Walkertown Elementary School! Students, staff, and families spent Thursday celebrating the occasion with music, dance, piñatas, a parade of flags, and much more. It was a lively day of events that brought the whole wolfpack closer together.
“What stood out most was the incredible pride the students showed in their heritage and home countries,” said Multilingual Instructional Coach Alya Day. “The school was packed with families, and you could truly feel the sense of community and celebration throughout the day.”
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Going to a magnet school can make a big difference in a student’s life and future – just ask the student ambassadors who call Hanes Magnet School home! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3162614.
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Dr. Randy Bridges officially swore in as WS/FCS' next interim superintendent during a special ceremony on Tuesday night. Welcome to WS/FCS, Dr. Bridges! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3147466.
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Early College of Forsyth students are learning to work with their hands as part of a special partnership with Sawtooth School for Visual Art. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3160397.
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Tiffany Jackson, a New York Times bestselling young adult author, visited Wiley Middle School last week to speak with students about the writing process behind her new novel, Ghost in the Night. She also discussed her background coming from an immigrant family and how her unique lived experiences have helped her tell interesting stories. Jackson encouraged students to read every chance they get if they want to hone their skills and grow up to thrive in creative fields.
"My number one tip is reading," Jackson said. "I learned how to write by reading other people's books."
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Families interested in learning what magnet schools can do for their students’ future are invited to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 31, for WS/FCS' Annual Magnet School Showcase. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3156554.
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High school marching bands took the field of exhibition together on Saturday night during the 30th Annual WS/FCS Marching Band Jamboree! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3143263.
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Old Town Elementary School held a ribbon cutting on Friday morning to officially open their new comprehensive school health clinic, now open to all WS/FCS students! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3139947.
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WS/FCS sophomores spent Wednesday at the 2026 World of Work career fair, where they spoke with around 100 employers about professional opportunities they'll have after graduation. WS/FCS offers CTE curriculum to help students get a head start on dozens of career pathways, including biotechnology, engineering, creative media, pharmaceuticals, culinary arts, nursing, firefighting, and much more. World of Work is the perfect chance to consider how the courses students choose can set them up for future success.
"It's a great opportunity for them to explore the options that are available to them right now," said Curriculum Instruction Management Coordinator Ryan Crater. "It gives them some direction and encourages them to take initiative with their own future."
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Hundreds of WS/FCS middle schoolers will get to learn about the joys of cycling in PE this year thanks to Riding for Focus grants from Outride. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3086689.
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WS/FCS released its annual update on school performance data on Thursday, and the results tell an inspiring story of academic success. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3110345.
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WS/FCS' child nutrition team celebrated courier Jerry Brown on Tuesday morning for reaching 55 years of service with the district. As a courier, Brown helps make sure that school cafeterias are well-supplied for breakfast and lunch every day. Brown says he's stuck around for such a long time because of the pivotal role he gets to play in helping kids succeed in school - and the people he gets to make that difference alongside.
"These kids have got to be fed and they've got to be taken care of, so we do important work to keep the wheels spinning in our schools," Brown said. "I like what I do and I like the people I work with... I don't really have anything I can complain about."
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The Board of Education recognized child nutrition staff for their efforts during this year's summer meal program. Employees who worked at non-congregate meal sites this summer distributed over 277,000 meals to families in need. Thank you so much for your hard work!
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Congratulations to Reynolds Athletic Director Brad Fisher for earning his Certified Master Athletic Administrator certification! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3064622.
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Catch up on a few key updates with our Back to School press conference at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3062854.
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On Wednesday, August 5, Daggett Shuler Attorneys at Law partnered with WS/FCS to hold their annual Back-to-School Backpack Program. This program allows children from elementary schools around the district to receive backpacks and school supplies that their families may not be able to afford. There are 325 backpacks filled with supplies that will go to children; 250 will be split between Moore, Bolton, South Fork, Whitaker, and Brunson elementary schools, and the remaining 75 will go to the Bright Beginnings program, an initiative led by the YMCA in which children can go shopping with volunteers to get the supplies they need for the upcoming school year.
“Our hope is that this is a small piece of several pieces in the community that are going to come together to get the school started off on the right foot for these young people,” said David Daggett, managing partner of Daggett Shuler.
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WS/FCS held Beginning Teacher Orientation at JFK High School on Tuesday to help new teachers settle in ahead of the new school year. Eighty-one teachers attended workshops, met their coworkers, asked questions of their mentors, and planned for the first day of classes together. This is the start of a strong, supportive relationship between the district and these teachers, a relationship that will be key to building consistent and effective classrooms.
“If we can provide the best support for beginning teachers and set them up for success, it will only continue to benefit us and our students,” said Andrew Craft, director of human resources and employee relations.
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Congratulations to Chief Officer of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management Jonathan Wilson, the newest inductee into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine! This is the highest honor for public service in North Carolina, and Wilson earns it at the end of a long career in corrections and security. Wilson was presented with his award at this week's Board of Education meeting, where he expressed his gratitude for the role WS/FCS has played in his success.
“The best part of my career has been the last ten years here," Wilson said. "It’s been an honor to serve the people of North Carolina, especially this county."
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