WSHS Open House will be held on July 29th, 2021 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Parents are invited to come meet your student's teachers. We look forward to seeing you then! READ MORE >
Miss. Warnken, Miss. Davis, Miss. Claxton, and Mr. Parada participated in a Workplace Immersion Partnership through Piedmont Technical College with the purpose of helping educators discover careers in our community and skills needed to be successful in those careers. They are very excited to implement the lesson plans they wrote this summer! READ MORE >
Like in years past, parents can complete required school forms and pay fees from home. To access the portal and see other important information click the link below: http://wareshoalssc.apptegy.us... READ MORE >
The Board of Directors for the Ware Shoals Hall of Fame announces the inductees for 2021:Dr. Marcus Bishop, Distinguished AlumniMr. Charles D. Bolen, Distinguished Educator (Posthumous)Mr. Grits Gresham, Distinguished Alumni (Posthumous)Mr. George Rush, Distinguished AlumniMr. Loy Wagner, Distinguished Educator (Posthumous)Congratulations to these individuals who... READ MORE >
THURSDAY, JULY 22nd: We welcome students back to school! This is the year we transition to the modified year-round schedule, approved by the school board in January of 2020, as a result of Greenwood 50’s decision to go year-round. All three Greenwood County districts share the Russell Technology Center and collaborate in other ways, so all needed to adopt the same... READ MORE >
Laptops, cases, and chargers should be returned on or before June 4th. They can be turned in to the main office or to the library. Students who are doing summer school or credit recovery should bring their laptops to the library for a visual inspection, and will turn in their laptops to Mrs. Dunn in the Darby Building at the completion of credit recovery (June... READ MORE >
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The Senior Academic Awards Ceremony will held be on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony will take place in the baseball stadium. All seniors and their families are invited to the ceremony. Seniors receiving awards will be notified and are invited to sit on the baseball field. READ MORE >
UPDATE:Senior Day schedule: All Seniors are invited to the program on Friday am beginning at 8:30. No underclassmen will be allowed into the auditorium unless ticketed (each Sr. will get two tickets). Immediately following the program, they will board a bus for the “tours” of the other two schools. Upon return we will assemble on the front steps for a group picture... READ MORE >
Please return signed form as soon as possible should you so desire. READ MORE >
The Senior Academic Awards Ceremony will held be on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony will take place in the baseball stadium. All seniors and their families are invited to the ceremony. Seniors receiving awards will be notified and are invited to sit on the baseball field. If there are any questions please contact me. (In case of inclement weather, the... READ MORE >
Senior Day schedule: All Seniors are invited to the program on Friday am beginning at 8:30. No underclassmen will be allowed into the auditorium unless ticketed (each Sr. will get two tickets). Immediately following the program, the Seniors will assemble on the front steps for a group picture after which they will board a bus for the “tours” of the other two... READ MORE >
PBC HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT TRAIL TOURNAMENT RESULTS 2021 CLASSIC - LAKE MURRAY HIGH SCHOOL - FINAL RESULTS - 5.8.2021 Ware Shoals HS students Hunter McGee and Max Hatcher along with Ware Shoals MS students Hunter Daniels and Austin Wrenn qualified to fish the 2-day Palmetto Boat Center Tournament Trail Classic May 7 & 8. Hunter McGee and Max Hatcher placed... READ MORE >
Senior Calendar READ MORE >
Graduation Location Update: Football Field, weather permitting Seniors: the overwhelming majority of you voted to have your graduation ceremony on the football field (weather permitting). Graduation is Saturday, June 5, at 10am. READ MORE >
The Athletic Awards Ceremony will held be on Tuesday, May 11th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony will take place in the baseball stadium. All athletes and their families are invited to attend. Those receiving awards have been notified and are invited to sit on the baseball field. If there are any questions please contact your team's Coach. (In case of inclement weather, the... READ MORE >
Food Truck Friday, May 7th READ MORE >
The Senior Academic Awards Ceremony will held be on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony will take place in the baseball stadium. All seniors and their families are invited to the ceremony. Seniors receiving awards will be notified and are invited to sit on the baseball field. If there are any questions please contact me. (In case of inclement weather, the... READ MORE >
The Athletic Awards Ceremony will held be on Tuesday, May 11th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony will take place in the baseball stadium. All athletes and their families are invited to attend. Masks must be worn and the district COVID policy should be strictly adhered to during this event. Athletes receiving awards will be notified and are invited to sit on the baseball... READ MORE >
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Food Truck Friday READ MORE >
Senior Slideshow Seniors email five pictures for the slideshow to Mrs. Guess by Tuesday, April 27th. jguess@gwd51.org READ MORE >
Sports Physicals are to be given on April 29th at 1:00 at WSHS. Please click on the link AND image (if necessary) Please call Nurse Lindle or Coach Johnston for further information @ 456-7923.http://schsl.org/wp-content/up... READ MORE >
Blood Drive READ MORE >
Our district will host a Relay for Life event this Saturday, April 10, from 7-9PM at WS High School. Social distancing/sanitizing practices will be in place. Funds raised through Relay For Life directly support breakthrough research, 24/7 support for cancer patients, access to lifesaving screenings, and much more. Our event is being held in honor of Nancy... READ MORE >
Luminaries are available to purchase for Relay for Life, which will be held Saturday, April 10th from 7-9pm. If you wish to purchase a luminary in honor of or in memory of someone affected by cancer, please see Mrs. Pratt this week. They are $5 each. READ MORE >
Varsity Soccer April 6th vs Laurens @ 5:30 READ MORE >
The Softball game vs Whitmire has been reschedule to a later date (4/12) due to field conditions. READ MORE >
Ware Shoals School District 51 will have an eLearning day tomorrow March 18th due to severe weather predicted to move into our area. All after-school activities have also been cancelled. Thank you and stay safe! READ MORE >
Food Delivery READ MORE >
https://www.gwd51.org/o/ware-shoals-high-school/page/student-athletics-schedules READ MORE >
GREENWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT 51 CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM Meals will be available to all students enrolled in WSSD 51 that have been quarantined from school. A Parent/ Guardian or student may sign up to receive weekly meals. Sign up is required each week to receive the following week’s meals. The meal form can be accessed on our districts webpage (click... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, March 9th, Lander is having a virtual session called How to Plan and Pay for College. This event is open to the public. Listen and learn from experts in the area of financial aid and financial planning! (Session is relevant to those attending any college or university, not just those considering Lander.) Register for this free event by... READ MORE >
Just a reminder that Saturday is your last chance to order a t-shirt. The store will close on Saturday. Thank you to all that have ordered! https://brownsbrigade21.itemorder.com/saleBrown's Brigade 2021Online ordering for Brown's Brigade 2021 ends on Sunday February 28th, 2021 (11:59pm EST)brownsbrigade21.itemorder.com READ MORE >
Ware Shoals High School Bass Team took 5th place at PBC HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT TRAIL event at Lake Russell 2-20-21. They competed against 96 other teams. The team members Hunter McGee and Max Hatcher caught 5 fish with a total weight of 10.57 pounds. Ware Shoals Middle School Bass Team took 9th place out of 25 teams at the PBC HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT TRAIL event... READ MORE >
All students currently on hybrid schedule will attend school beginning Monday February, 22nd. Those who arrive between 7:15 and 7:30 will report to the auditorium (through the front entrance) and await the opening of the cafeteria at 7:30. Those arriving after 7:30 may enter through either the front entrance or the side entrance to the cafeteria. Students not... READ MORE >
Virtual Job Shadow Activity February 12, 2021 (eLearning day) Friday, February 12 will be Virtual Job Shadow Day! Students, you can use the Virtual Job Shadow Student Worksheet to complete your job shadow experience. Forms will be passed out through 4th period this Wednesday and Thursday . When you bring your form back next week, please... READ MORE >
Our new water fountains have recently been fitted to accommodate wide mouth containers such as insulated mugs or tumblers (RTIC or Tervis, etc.). They are NOT , however, suitable to refill disposable bottles (Dasani, Nestle, Great Value, Aquafina, etc.)…Please do not attempt to use these bottles as they will cause a spill and present an unsanitary surface... READ MORE >
Senior Night activities as well as the basketball games for tonight and Friday have been cancelled. READ MORE >
Region Band auditions were held virtually this past weekend. We had four students submit a video and all four scored high enough to earn a spot in the band. Congratulations to Belle Hammond and Addison Hodge for making Region Band and congratulations also to Olivia Free and Emma Hodge for scoring high enough to earn an All State Callback. The All State auditions... READ MORE >
Attention Soccer Prospects:Practice/tryouts will beginning on Monday, February 1st. Please meet at Youngs Park (across from the Middle School ) at 3:30.You may email Coach Parada with any concerns @ dparada@gwd51.org READ MORE >
Food Distribution Flyer READ MORE >
All boys in 7th-12th grade wishing to play golf needs to email Coach Gilbert to get information for the upcoming season at dgilbert1@gwd51.org. READ MORE >
Monday (tomorrow) is an elearning day just as originally scheduled. Assignments will be given and attendance will be taken. READ MORE >
At the varsity basketball games vs Dixie High School on Friday , Dec. 18th, we will be observing Senior Night. The ceremony will begin at 5:30. The ticket door will open at 5:15. Each Sr. will be given 4 tickets to distribute as they wish. All other players/cheerleaders will be offered a chance to purchase tickets. No tickets will be sold at the game nor to anyone... READ MORE >
Due to the rising number of cases of Covid 19 in our area. Ware Shoals High School and Middle School are not going to allow visiting fans to basketball games. We will allow our home fans, and our coaches with high school league passes. We will not allow any coach from out of district to use his or her high school league pass. We will allow any... READ MORE >
Thursday, December 17th is a "B" Day for students. Dismissal is scheduled for 12:00. We will follow a normal schedule and release at the appropriate time. Students are expected to complete their eLearning assignments on Friday, December the 18th . Tuesday, January the 5th is an "A" day. READ MORE >
Ring Ceremony Protocol for December 16th in the WSHS Auditorium @ 2:00 (Livetream will be available) - Each recipient will be given two tickets. - Visitors/recipients will be allowed inside the auditorium at 1:30. - Masks are mandatory. - Please sit in unmarked (not taped) seats. The auditorium has been set up to... READ MORE >
https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/m/donor/schedules/available_drive_procedures/155786/12/07/2020 READ MORE >
Picture Day(s) are Friday, December 4th and Monday, December 7th. Underclassmen will be called throughout the day. **Seniors ** please check your school email for your scheduled picture time for Friday, December 4th. READ MORE >
WSHS Class Ring Ceremony December 16 at 2:00 PM Ring balances should be paid 24 hours prior to the event at www.RhodesGraduation.com/payments READ MORE >
Ware Shoals Basketball Game Day Protocol Face Coverings Coaches are required to wear face coverings when they are not able to social distance. Non-participating athletes are required to wear face coverings if they cannot social distance while on the bench. Warm-Up Basketballs. Each team must provide their own warm up basketballs.... READ MORE >
12/11/20 Bye12/15/20 Ware Shoals @ McCormick12/18/20 Dixie @ Ware Shoals1/5/21 Calhoun Falls @ Ware Shoals1/8/21 Ware Shoals @ Southside Christian1/12/21 High Point @ Ware Shoals1/15/21 Ware Shoals @ Whitmire1/19/21 Bye1/21/21 Whitmire @ Ware Shoals1/22/21 McCormick @ Ware Shoals1/26/21 Ware Shoals @ Dixie1/29/21 Ware Shoals @ Calhoun Falls2/2/21 Southside... READ MORE >
Placement Testing for Seniors Attending PTC 2021-2022 Reminder: PTC Placement Testing will be Thursday, December 3rd at 9 AM in the high school computer lab. Please be sure to be here by 8:50 AM in order to test. We will be testing both A and B day students. If you are not sure if you need to test, please email : scampbell@gwd51.org. READ MORE >
The Annette Batson Memorial Thanksgiving Luncheon will not be served this year.“It is with great regret we are unable to celebrate and continue the tradition this year, but health and safety concerns are a priority,” said Paul Anderson, principal of Ware Shoals High School. “We look forward to continuing our tradition next year.”Dawn Amerson, Executive Director of... READ MORE >
COVID-19 times are like no other. Everyone is learning to deal with changes that come, sometimes daily. As we prepared to return to school five days a week on November 23rd, we saw a change - the community spread in our counties and in our state had begun to increase. In the past seven days, the "risk" level has risen from 190.6 (Medium) to 252.8 (High). In the... READ MORE >
Good afternoon! Bus 2 and Bus 3 will be combined today during the PM route until further notice. Coach Wooten will be coaching basketball. The students will load bus 2, Pam Wagner is the driver. READ MORE >
After-school weightlifting will begin next week (Nov. 16th) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The time will be from 3:15 to 4:00 PM. Please make sure you have a ride to pick you up at 4:00 PM. This is for grades 9-12 at this time. READ MORE >
Tomorrow bus 7&8 will be combined. Students will ride bus 7. Winnifred Wells will be the driver of the combined routes. READ MORE >
Reminder for parents and guardians of seniors: Next Friday, November 20th is the LAST day to purchase a yearbook senior recognition ad. Recognition ads can be purchased and designed at www.jostens.com/yearbookads Yearbook Ads | Jostens Tell your student how proud they make you through yearbook ads. Select a cherished photo, choose a layout and... READ MORE >
The C-Team game vs Dixie has been rescheduled for tomorrow night (11-10). Game time is 5:30, All tickets will be sold at the game. READ MORE >
Ware Shoals Million Dollar Band:With a score of 87.5, taking Best Percussion, Best Woodwind Soloist and Best Visual Performance, please congratulate your Ware Shoals High School MILLION DOLLAR BAND!They made “Impossible” Possible!!!So proud WSM$B!! READ MORE >
NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE GAMEhttps://cfcsblueflashes.com/ti... READ MORE >
Attention all girls interested in trying out for basketball. The dates for the girls’ varsity basketball tryouts have been changed to November 9th, 10th and 11th. Monday’s practice will be from 3:15pm – 5:15 pm in the high school gym. Tuesday 11/10 and Wednesday 11/11 will be from 3:30pm – 5:15pm at the Larry Traynham Center. Any questions contact Coach... READ MORE >
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Hornets vs Calhoun Falls Charter School Flashes, Friday Nov. 6th @ 7:30 We've been told their website will be activated today. Purchase your Blue Flashes Athletic Tickets Online!Due to new Covid rules and regulations, CFCS will only allow a certain number of spectators to athletic events. Tickets must be purchased online. Tickets will not be available at the... READ MORE >
Tomorrow (Friday) buses 2 and 3 will be combined in the PM. Mrs. Wagner will be out and Coach Wooten will drive a combined route. READ MORE >
We ARE staffing the library today to sell tickets only. There are tickets available for the Southside Christian football game. Tickets will be sold until 12:00 Friday. READ MORE >
Elearning day on Thursday. Friday will be an A Day. READ MORE >
Parents and most students are happy and excited that all schools in Ware Shoals School District 51 are scheduled to return to the Traditional Instructional Model on Monday, November 23rd. (That's 25 days from the date of this article, but who's counting?) In case you've forgotten what the "traditional" model is, it's "school" as we used to know it pre-COVID.... READ MORE >
There are approximately 120 tickets left for Friday's game at Southside Christian on sale in the Library, and will be until Friday at 12:00. No tickets will be sold on their campus. As I picked up the tickets on Monday and, for those of you who travel to Woodruff Rd the "back" way through Hickory Tavern....there was/is a bridge out just past Hwy 101. There are... READ MORE >
SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL VARSITYFOOTBALL GAMEDAY REQUIREMENTSVISITING TEAM:● The team bus will park by the bus garage.● The players will enter through gate number 3 (see picture below).● The visiting team will not have access to a locker room. Please come ready to play.● The visiting team will have access to the restrooms that are in the trailer just inside... READ MORE >
This is a message from Ware Shoals High School: It is conference time! Please contact your child’s teachers by email this week if you would like a parent-teacher conference. Conferences will be held on Monday, November 2 during regular school hours. If an alternate time is required, please notify your child’s teachers as to your availability next week. Teacher... READ MORE >
Ware Shoals vs Southside Christian Football tickets will go on sale Tuesday morning ( I pick them up today). An allotment of 150 will be available (with players having first opportunity to purchase). READ MORE >
Teacher of the Year...Sr. Night...and Homecoming recognitions will begin at 6:50. READ MORE >
Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. Kickoff at 7:30.Ware Shoals High: Football Game Day Operations. 1.) 200 tickets were available (presold) for home attendance to allow for social distancing in the stands Players will have the opportunity to purchase 2 tickets in advance in the high school office until Thursday morning at 8:30AM. ($7 each) Participants in Sr.... READ MORE >
Boys basketball tryouts will begin on Nov. 11th, 12th and 13th. Tryouts will begin at 3:30 and will end at 4:45. You must have a valid athletic physical to tryout. Physical forms are in the front office. READ MORE >
Ware Shoals High: Football Game Day Operations 300 tickets were available (presold) for home attendance to allow for social distancing in the stands Players will have the opportunity to purchase 2 tickets in advance in the high school office until Thursday morning at 8:30AM. ($7 each) An allotment of tickets (150) were provided to the visiting team. NO... READ MORE >
Ware Shoals vs Dixie football ticket information: Here is the link to the school website. The guidelines and Ticket Spicket link for digital tickets are located on the page. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 12 at 8AM and close Thursday, October 15 at 11:59PM. Thank you! https://www.acsdsc.org/o/dixie-high-school A limited number of tickets will be sold at... READ MORE >
Whitmire @ Ware Shoals Oct. 12 7 PM start time (Monday game) Ware Shoals @ Dixie Oct.16 7:30 start time McCormick @ Ware Shoals Oct.23 7:30 start time (Homecoming and Senior Night) Ware Shoals... READ MORE >
Since starting school on the hybrid model, our district has experienced its first COVID-19 cases. DHEC reports the number of cases in schools and districts each week on Tuesday and Friday at https://scdhec.gov/covid-19-ca... From contact tracing, those who may have had close contact with positive individuals, either at school or at home, have been asked to... READ MORE >
On Wednesday afternoon, September 23, 2020, we were notified that a student who plays football tested positive for COVID-19. We immediately took action, and by 9pm last night the following was accomplished: Football practice was cancelled and games postponed. We used our Automated Calling System to inform parents/guardians of the student’s teammates and... READ MORE >
Yearbooks are on sale for $65. Purchase now to get your name on the cover for free. Go to https://www.jostens.com/ OR contact the high school office. READ MORE >
Attention: Juniors/Seniors Order Class Rings and/or Graduation Supplies Visit: https://www.rhodesgraduation.com/ For Rings, scroll down and click on “Jewelry- Shop Now”. For Cap and Gown Packages, scroll down and click on “Seniors- Shop Now”. Deadline to Order: September 29 by Midnight. Senior Celebration Day: October 1st from 2:30- 4:00 PM... READ MORE >
Ware Shoals HS/MS Bass fishing team will be having its first team meeting on Tuesday, September 22 at 6:00 pm in the high school auditorium. We will be issuing all team information for the year at this meeting. We will also discuss the new tournament schedule and sponsorship information. Hope to see you there. READ MORE >
WSHS Hornet Football Ticket Information READ MORE >
Ware Shoals High: Football Game Day Operations 1.) 300 tickets will be available (presold) for home attendance to allow for social distancing in the stands. “Standing room only” areas will be marked and limited to 2 fans per section. Players will have the opportunity to purchase 2 tickets in advance in the high school office until Thursday morning at 8:30AM. ($7... READ MORE >
A/B Days Procedures: The front doors will open at 7:15AM each day. Prior to 7:30AM, you must enter through the front doors and proceed to the auditorium. Starting at 7:30AM you may enter through the front or the back gate nearest the lunchroom. If you do not wish to eat breakfast, please proceed directly to the gym. After 7:30AM, if you wish to eat... READ MORE >
Ware Shoals Volleyball Game Day Protocol Face CoveringsCoaches are required to wear face coverings when they are not able to social distance.Non-participating athletes are required to wear face coverings if they cannot social distance while on the bench.Warm-Up BallsEach team must provide their own warm up balls.WaterWater will not be provided at games. Athletes... READ MORE >
The Board of Trustees met this morning to review data and hear updates of our district preparedness to begin bringing students back to school. The Monday DHEC county report has our three counties at “High Risk.” However, the DHEC report from last Friday of cases in schools that have reopened was encouraging, as there were 158 cases - 89 student cases and 69 staff... READ MORE >
John Gillis, owner of Piggly Wiggly in Ware Shoals, stands with 20 cases of water he donated to Ware Shoals District 51. The water will be distributed throughout the District for students and athletics.Thank you for supporting our schools!!! READ MORE >
Click here for more information about cheerleading tryouts. READ MORE >
Welcome back to another school year we are excited about the amazing possibilities this year can bring. Please check out our welcome ack newsletter here: READ MORE >
Ware Shoals School District 51 will present a plan for our Distance Learning Academy, a full-time online instructional option, on July 27th at 5:30PM. The event will be held in the Ware Shoals High School auditorium. This session will be recorded and posted to our website upon its conclusion. It is our desire to provide parents the opportunity to be well... READ MORE >
The Hybrid Model was approved during the July 20, 2020 board meeting. The plan will be submitted to the State Department of Education for approval. The Instructional Task Force has provided this description of the A/B Hybrid Learning Model. The Hybrid Learning Model also includes eLearning, if conditions are too risky for students to return to school. Here, we... READ MORE >
The district currently has four task forces examining recommendations and data from the SC Department of Education, SC Department of Health and Environmental Control, and the Centers for Disease Control, while keeping in mind what's best for members of the WSSD51 family. The task forces are planning for instruction, transportation, food service, facilities,... READ MORE >
This year's graduating seniors will have the most unusual stories to share about their final year of high school. The COVID-19 pandemic was responsible for March 13th being the last day of in-person attendance at school, a very abrupt ending for sure! eLearning became the new buzz word as classes were moved online. No more sports, no prom, no Senior Day, no... READ MORE >
No matter how challenging the times, you are not alone in South Carolina, thanks to SC-HOPES, an anonymous support line connecting you with an experienced team of mental health and addiction counselors. If you are overwhelmed by COVID-19 challenges, feeling overly stressed or anxious, coping with a natural disaster, struggling with addiction, feeling depressed and... READ MORE >
Parents of 4K-3rd grade students should plan to pick up new learning packets on Monday April 13th from 8:00AM to 12:00PM. We will also collect work that students have completed so far. READ MORE >
Check out our eLearning page for up to date Wi-Fi locations near you. READ MORE >
Meals will be made available for students in grades k-12 starting March 19, 2020. A pick-up line will be set up from 8:00AM-9:00AM. Meals will also be delivered at regular bus stops. Routes will begin at 8:00AM. READ MORE >
Check out our district eLearning page at www.gwd51.org for more details. READ MORE >
Please come to school Wednesday March 18th to pick up personal items, school computers and/or learning packets. READ MORE >
Meet our AWESOME school counselors: LeeAnne May (WSM), Shawn Nix (WSP), and Savannah Campbell (WSH). We are so thankful that they choose to LEARN, SERVE, and LEAD in our district. We appreciate their professionalism and care for all of our students.February 2-7 is National School Counseling Week, a time for recognizing school counselors for being actively engaged... READ MORE >
Schedule your child’s IGP appointment by emailing scampbell@gwd51.org. Appointments will be held via phone conference while school closures are in effect. The state of South Carolina requires that every high school student have an Individualized Graduation Plan (IGP) meeting. At this meeting, we will discuss your student’s current schedule and grades, future... READ MORE >
The Ware Shoals High School Bass Team was excited to have Paul Gettys and Jeff Snyder speak at the group's second meeting. Paul, an 8-year professional tournament fisherman and certified Lowrance instructor, shared many of the tricks you need to know to safely maximize your time in the water. One of his favorite lakes to fish is Lake Greenwood. It has 212 miles... READ MORE >
Our district is committed to preparing our students to be productive and successful citizens. From the first day of kindergarten up until graduation day, we focus on ensuring that our students have the knowledge, skills, and characteristics needed to be able to continue education after graduation, enter the military, and/or enter the work force. We cannot do this... READ MORE >