Fifth Grade Teacher Kristy Franklin from Ward Elementary School has been named WS/FCS' Outstanding Elementary Mathematics Teacher of the Year.
Every year, the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) recognize math teachers across the state who display excellence in their field by nurturing students' enthusiasm for math. Each school district in the state, both public and charter, acknowledges an outstanding math teacher, and the award alternates annually between the elementary and secondary levels.
Franklin has been at Ward for 16 years and has been praised by her school community for integrating relevant, real-world applications into her math lessons, emphasizing problem-solving skills, and encouraging her students to persist through mistakes.
Congratulations, Ms. Franklin, and thank you for everything you do for your students!
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The Superintendent’s Gallery is a place for student artists to present their work to the whole district and receive the plaudits they’re due. Trysten Bodsford from Walkertown High School earned more recognition than she expected from the gallery when she got an offer on her first oil painting. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1978325.
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Welcome to the new Konnoak Middle School! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1973173.
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If anyone had any doubts about Atkins High School’s Garrison Dibble, they were shattered in the 2025 Navy All-American Football Bowl. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1969834.
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Jeff Ryan of the Winston-Salem Open presented the Board of Education with a check for $20,000 during their meeting on Tuesday night. Every year, the professional tennis tournament's organizers give some of the event's extra money to the district to benefit middle school athletics, specifically to support Title I schools and districtwide tournaments. Thank you for supporting our students!
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WS/FCS is hosting information sessions about magnet schools for interested families later this month, but first, get to know some of the schools you can choose from. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1963762.
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With a new year comes new opportunities and new challenges. To be your best self, it’s important to greet 2025 with a balanced and considerate approach to your mental health. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1954761.
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Several important make-up dates have been scheduled following this week's inclement weather. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1949098.
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Winter Break got an unexpected extension on Sunday night when WS/FCS announced schools would be closed for both students and staff on Monday, January 6. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1946555.
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WS/FCS Transportation Specialist Terrance Scriven mobilized dozens of his transportation teammates to join Samaritan Ministries for the “Samaritan Spirit” donation drive. Bus drivers, mechanics, and office teams we are able to donate over 5,000 items to benefit residents of the neighborhoods they serve. They delivered everything from emergency food packs to toiletries to rain ponchos on Friday morning during a visit to the Samaritan Ministries supply closet, which officials for the nonprofit say was in dire need of replenishing.
Thank you to our district's wonderful transportation team for making this possible!
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Ibraham Elementary School says a big thank you to the community partners who helped them make the holidays special for students and families this year! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1937355.
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Happy Holidays from Lowrance Middle School!
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Atkins High School Senior Sally Lee got the chance to present her research on growing food in space to the 2024 annual conference of the American Society for Gravity and Space Research! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1933229.
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WS/FCS is preparing their next strategic plan to guide another five years of academic progress, and we want to make sure that it includes your voice! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1932727.
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The WS/FCS Board of Education recognized the winners of this year's holiday card competition during their meeting last week. Students from all over the district submitted original artwork for holiday cards, and each member of the board and Superintendent Tricia McManus chose one design from the elementary, middle, and high school level as winners. The winning designs are all available to view online at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/wsfcs/page/holiday-cards. Congratulations to all of our talented student artists!
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WS/FCS will host informational sessions for parents of current eighth graders this week about how to help your student plan for their future with Naviance. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1927457.
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Kernersville Elementary School and Kernersville Middle School worked together to provide over 800 sweatshirts to students impacted by Hurricane Helene! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1924003.
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Bilingual Family Support Specialist Ana Palomares is helping John F. Kennedy High School bridge the communication gap with its Spanish-speaking families. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1920559.
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ESL Teacher Teresa Wood and Wake Forest Art Student Belle Gambino are teaming up to release their first children's book "Can You Laugh Like a Giraffe?" later this week! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1917284.
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Author and activist Stacey Abrams appeared at Cook Literacy Model School and Kimberley Park Elementary School via Zoom this morning to read students her new children's book, Stacey Speaks Up. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/1911566.
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