The Board of Education recognized the organizers of the comprehensive health clinic at Old Town Elementary School, as well as donors for the purchase of M. Douglas Crater Field and Stadium, as exceptional community partners during their meeting last week. The time, money, and effort provided by these community partners have reduced barriers to access for healthcare and athletic opportunities on WS/FCS campuses. Thank you for supporting our students!
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The Board of Education recognized 25 principals who qualified for the State Principal Performance Bonus during last week's meeting. These bonuses are based on academic growth in the 2025-26 school year. During that span, three of the district's schools ranked in the top 5% of the state, one in the top 10%, three in the top 15%, one in the top 20 %, and 17 in the top 50 %. Congratulations!
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Walkertown High School's Future Farmers of America officially opened their new greenhouse at a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday afternoon. This facility will expand the school's ability to prepare students for vital careers in agriculture. Establishing the greenhouse took three years to complete and tireless efforts from a wide range of community partners, but it's a worthwhile investment in the school's growing agricultural program.
"This represents so much more than just a new greenhouse - it represents an investment in the students at Walkertown High School," said FFA Chapter President Ava Byrd. "This will become a place where students can learn, lead, and grow their confidence and skills."
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Reagan High School's Air Force JROTC unit scored an impressive 98.5 and earned the highest attainable rank of “Exceeds Standards” during a recent unit assessment from AFJROTC Headquarters. The cadets and their instructors, Major (Ret) Mark Benyo and Chief Master Sergeant (Ret) Douglas McIntrye, were commended for their readiness and their continued support in developing citizens of character. Well done, Raiders!
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Reynolds High School held a celebration last week for Athletic Director Brad Fisher, who's wrapping up a 22-year career spent with the school. Thank you for all you've done for our students!
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WS/FCS’ magnet application period officially opens this Saturday. Catch up on everything you need to know before applying to a magnet school on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/3213156.
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John F Kennedy High School masonry students toured the Granstone Convention Center and Balladeer Hotel in Mount Airy earlier this month. Blum Construction is building the convention center, and they invited masonry students to see how the project looks when it's close to completion. Tours like this help students envision a career in a field that interests them based on valuable firsthand insights, and JFK prioritizes experiences that will equip students with that knowledge.
"At JFK, we support students by connecting them to career-themed industry tours and experiential learning opportunities where students see, touch, and experience their future," said JFK Career Development Coordinator Deborah Cochran. "These tours inspire students to continue their studies in the skilled trade industry, which opens up high-paying career paths with strong job security."
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WS/FCS, OneSight, and the Forsyth County Department of Public Health changed 456 people's lives for the better during this month's free eye clinic. Students, families, and community members were able to get free eye exams and new glasses that they otherwise couldn't have accessed. From families replacing glasses they didn't know if they could afford, to workers gaining reassurance they'll be able to do their jobs, to children feeling confident for the first time in a long time, more lives were touched than volunteers could have initially hoped for, and they're extremely grateful for the support that went into making the clinic a success.
"I often tell people that until you've been part of one of these clinics, it's difficult to fully understand just how meaningful and rewarding the experience is," said Tracey Atherton from Midland Optical. "The stories, the emotions, and the gratitude you witness are something truly special."
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Old Town Elementary School held a ribbon cutting for their new food pantry on Friday morning. The program is sponsored by the Food Lion Feeds initiative, which not only provided inventory and storage supplies, but also surprised staff with a $2,500 gift card to support the pantry during the ribbon cutting. This new resource, along with the school’s recently opened comprehensive health center, will support Old Town students and families by providing access to food and other essentials on campus.
"If you want to help kids, you go where the kids are, and the kids are in school," said School Social Worker Sam Zivin. "We're incredibly fortunate at our school to have wonderful community partners who help us turn big ideas into reality."
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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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