Promise Program: Our friends with the Promise Program have been visiting middle schools, sharing the amazing news about the Washington County Promise Program! Our students are beginning to think about their futures, and we're excited to show them how this commitment can help make their college dreams a reality -- with free tuition. These visits were all about getting our middle schoolers thinking ahead and understanding that opportunities are within reach. By preparing now, they can set themselves up for a successful future with the help of this incredible program. We loved seeing the excitement and curiosity from our middle schoolers as they learned how the Washington County Promise Program can help them succeed. Visit https://promiseprogram.org/ to see if your student is eligible to take advantage of this amazing commitment by Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and Virginia Highlands Community College. #WashingtonCountySchools #VHCCPromise #MiddleSchoolFuture #BuildingBrightFutures #FreeTuition #StudentOpportunities
about 2 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
Washington County Promise Program Middle School Celebration
The Damascus Middle School Cavalier basketball teams kick off the season at Virginia Middle School today!
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
DMS Cavalier Basketball @ Virginia Middle
Students learned about the Promise Program, a program sponsored by the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, VHCC, and the VHCC Educational Foundation that promises them five semesters of college for free! Prizes were given to lucky recipients.
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students gather around adults in a cafeteria.
Students hold prizes in a cafeteria.
Students raise their hands in a cafeteria.
A student holds a prize next to a man in a cafeteria.
Mrs. Caywood's Science 6 students did a Gallery Walk of Planet Cubes made by their classmates.
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Students look at planet cubes with their peers.
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be? #WashingtonWayAward Categories: *Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference! *Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there! *Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you! *Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things! *Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home! *Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help! Scan the QR Code by Friday, November 22 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
about 2 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Washington Way Award Nominations
Damascus Middle School and Holston High School joined to honor veterans with a special program on Veterans Day. Music was provided by band, choral, and guitar students, and the guest speaker was Lt. Col. James Blevins. Retired military K-9, Daisy, and her owner, Marine Tommy Gregor, were among the special guests in attendance.
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
A man speaks while standing next to the American flag.
A marine and his K-9 pose in front of American flags.
Band members wait to play music in a gym.
Students sing in a gym.
Band members wait to play music in a gym.
Band members wait to play music in a gym.
A group of people sit in a cafeteria.
A group of people sit in a cafeteria.
A man sits with a boy in a cafeteria.
Veterans stand with a girl and a man in a cafeteria.
Cavs in Motion finished the season with the Speedway in Lights 5K on November 10! They arrived in style on the Cavalier bus with HHS SRO Mike Reid at the wheel. Every Cav in Motion finished the race with the support of family members and DMS staff who served as running buddies.
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
A group of people stand next to a red and black bus.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
People dressed in Christmas attire stand outside.
Students had the chance to hear presenters from ETSU's Department of Digital Media at the Career Cafe on November 7. Almost 80 students took advantage of the opportunity and were treated to an engaging presentation with details about ETSU's program, which ranks #1 in the state of Tennessee and among the top programs nationally. Students were able to learn about graphic design, digital visualization and video game design and see many examples of student and faculty work during this informative session.
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students view a presentation in an auditorium.
Students view a presentation in an auditorium.
Students view a presentation in an auditorium.
Students created unique, one-of-a-kind pumpkins to celebrate our differences for Bullying Prevention Month. Sophie B. won first prize for her painted pumpkin and Alyssa W. won first prize for her carved pumpkin!
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
A student holds a painted pumpkin.
A carved pumpkin sits on a table.
Decorated pumpkins sit on tables.
Decorated pumpkins sit on tables.
Decorated pumpkins sit on tables.
Members of the SCA visited Haynes Corn Maze, where they engaged in team building, communication, and friendly competition to solve the riddles and complete the maze!
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students solve a riddle at a corn maze.
Students stand in front of a corn field.
Students stand in front of a corn field.
Students stand near a corn field.
Students stand in a corn maze.
Students stand in front of a corn field.
Students sit in a shelter.
Attention 8th-grade students: The Winter Guard will be hosting auditions soon and you’re invited to join us. You do not need to be in band to join and you don’t need any experience! If you’re interested, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/T37RdHHBt57aqkWn7
about 2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Winter Guard Auditions
Students in Ms. Caywood's Science 6 class launched ghost rockets using Alka-Seltzer to produce CO2.
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students watch a rocket launch.
Students watch a rocket launch.
A student launches a rocket.
A student launches a rocket.
Students solved Hair-Raising Halloween Word Problems and Pumpkin Carving Logic Puzzles in order to go trick-or-treating in sixth grade math!
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students work math problems at a desk.
A student works math problems at a desk.
A student stands in front of baskets of candy in a math class.
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be? #WashingtonWayAward Categories: *Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference! *Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there! *Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you! *Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things! *Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home! *Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help! Scan the QR Code by Friday, December 6 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
2 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Washington Way Awards Nominations
Just a reminder that all carved and painted/decorated pumpkins are due tomorrow!
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Join us for a Spooktacular pumpkin decorating contest.
Students in Ms. Caywood's Science 6 classes used the three different methods of heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation) to make popcorn!
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
Students pop popcorn in a classroom.
DMS sixth-grade students put on their detective hats to watch Sherlock Holmes solve "The Case of the Jersey Lily" at the Barter Theatre on Wednesday, October 23!
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students sit in a theatre.
On October 22, students from Damascus Middle School were one of the first two groups of students in our region to experience the new Career Commons in Abingdon. Students were able to engage in hand-on activities throughout the innovative experience to gain a better sense of skills and knowledge needed in a variety of occupations. Through the engaging event, students were able to acquire a better understanding of future vocational paths available to them in our area and beyond. In a show of continuing support to the Damascus community, the staff at EO were kind enough to also give all DMS students an “Appalachian Strong” t-shirt which was designed specifically to raise funds for flood relief.
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Students pose in front of a sign wearing matching t-shirts.
Students play a giant game of Operation.
Students play in a preschool classroom.
A student wears a hard hat beside a Lincoln Log structure.
Students pretend to work at Starbucks.
Students work at a table in a mock business office.
Students work on a car with a mechanic.
Students work with a manikin.
A student holds a stop sign.
A student looks a some plants while listening to an adult.
Fall pictures are tomorrow!
2 months ago, Damascus Middle School
Smile Picture Day Thursday, October 24
Promise Program: Today was a proud moment for Washington County Public Schools! We witnessed something truly special as our community gathered at Virginia Highlands Community College to celebrate the launch of the Washington County Promise Program. This commitment by Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and VHCC marks a major step forward in providing a brighter future for our students. Thanks to this incredible program, students who live in Washington County, VA, can now pursue higher education with free tuition, breaking down financial barriers and opening doors to countless opportunities. We’re beyond excited to see the impact this will have on our students, their families, and our community as a whole. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us today - from students and faculty to community leaders and partners. Your support means everything as we work together to enrich the lives of our young people. Head over to https://promiseprogram.org/ and discover how this opportunity can benefit your student! #WashingtonCountySchools #VHCCPromise #StudentOpportunities #OurFuture #CommunityStrong #EducationMatters (Photo Courtesy: Virginia Highlands Community College)
3 months ago, WCPS Social Media
Washington County Public Schools Promise Program
Washington County Public Schools Promise Program
Washington County Public Schools Promise Program
Washington County Promise Program
Washington County Promise Program