Hey, recent graduates, do you need help in completing your FAFSA for enrolling in college this coming fall or spring? ZOOM in to one of these meetings for help!
August 20, 2021, from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM:
https://zoom.us/j/93740065142?pwd=b0xjcTg0ZUlKWFdOdmhWL0VGMXp4dz09
August 20, 2021, from 1:00-3:00 PM:
https://zoom.us/j/99603820726?pwd=MU1sNWROLzdyMDJBMzlPbHNkc0dHdz09
COVID update: All counties in SC, except Laurens and Bamberg, now have a HIGH incidence rate. Here is the county data:
https://scdhec.gov/covid19/south-carolina-county-level-data-covid-19
Our district numbers this week:
WSHS: 3 positive, 34 students quarantined, 1 staff quarantined
WSMS: 1 positive, 17 students quarantined, 1 staff quarantined
WSPS: 0 positive, 0 quarantined
The school / community Vaccine Clinic is today from 2-5PM in the Ware Shoals Community Library. Self Regional will administer the Pfizer vaccine, with the 2nd dose scheduled for August 27th. Those who get vaccinated will receive free gifts.
A COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be held Friday, August 6th, from 2-5PM in the WS Community Library. Park in front of the library, beside the high school driveway. Signs will be posted to show where to enter. A consent form must be completed by a parent or legal guardian before children aged 12-15 may receive their vaccine. No parent or legal guardian is required to be present at the time of the vaccination. Students 16 and older may sign for themselves. Information and consent forms may be found at the following site. (Scroll down about half way and you will see the form in English and Spanish.) https://www.selfregional.org/covid-vaccine-info/ This event is for anyone who wants a vaccine, so tell your family, friends, and neighbors. Come, get a vaccine and take home a free gift!
A COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be held Friday, August 6th, from 2-5PM in the WS Community Library. Park in front of the library, beside the high school driveway. Signs will be posted to show where to enter. Park in front of the library, beside the high school horseshoe drive.
A consent form must be completed by a parent or legal guardian before children aged 12-15 may receive their vaccine. No parent or legal guardian is required to be present at the time of the vaccination. Students 16 and older may sign for themselves.
Information and consent forms may be found at the following site. (Scroll down about half way and you will see the form in English and Spanish.) https://www.selfregional.org/covid-vaccine-info/
This event is for anyone who wants a vaccine, so tell your family, friends, and neighbors.
Come, get a vaccine and take home a free gift!
Student safety is our top priority. This year, we have added Gaggle to our “tool belt,” a program that greatly enhances our ability to ensure their safety.
See the attached press release…
Have a great weekend!
Dr. Fay Sprouse, Superintendent
https://5il.co/wcup
We will have a vaccine clinic next Friday, August 6, from 2-5PM at the WS Community Library. This will be for students ages 12 and up, staff, and community members. Self Regional will administer the Pfizer vaccine. The second dose will be given August 27.
This is a walk-up clinic, so you do not have to sign up…just show up!!
Students under 18 must have parent permission. More information will be sent next week.
Ever thought about Foster Care? Click the link below to learn more!
https://5il.co/w6m2
Our school board welcomes everyone back to school. It's going to be a great year! Members of the board are (L to R): Genie McDill, Cody Quinn, Shanon Calvert, Andy Wood, and Jewell McCullough.
Meet our new principals, Mrs. Tyre (WSHS) and Mrs. Webb (WSMS). They are LEARNING, SERVING, LEADING students to the DESTINATION...GRADUATION!
WSSD 51 has been approved to provide FREE MEALS to ALL students enrolled in our district and children 18 years and younger in our community under the Seamless Summer Option (SSO) program for SY 2021 - 2022. Children do not have to be enrolled in WSSD 51 to be eligible. All children not enrolled in our district must sign up (use link below) to receive the free meals for pick-up Mondays and Thursdays from 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Sign up is required each week for all meal requests and will begin after 3:00 pm each Thursday and end the following Tuesday at 3:00 pm for the next weeks meals. Sign up here for weekly school meals: https://rb.gy/6voqf4
In assisting our district with verification and benefits issued for the P-EBT cards (if issued again by DSS) or any other Pandemic related benefits for those that qualify, all parent/guardians of Ware Shoals High School students with the exception of Ware Shoals Primary and Elementary-Middle school students who participate in Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) are encouraged to fill out a Free and Reduced Price Meal Application for SY 2021-2022 if any of the following apply to your household.
· All children in households receiving benefits from South Carolina SNAP or TANF, are eligible for free meals.
· Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals.
· Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals.
· Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals.
· Children may receive free or reduced price meals if your household’s income is within the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines. Your children may qualify for free or reduced price meals if your household income falls at or below the limits on this chart.
Please use this link to access the Free and Reduced Price Meal Application and directions, Income Eligibility Guideline, FAQ and other related material: http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2111120028500658&page=lunchapps
Applications can be turned in to your child’s school office, school lunchroom or District Office.
A big "welcome back" to Jayda Abney, WSHS Class of 2017! Miss Abney will be teaching Math to our 7th graders. We are so proud and thankful when WS grads return home to teach!
If you live in Greenwood County, PLEASE DO AN INTERNET SPEED TEST AT THE LINK BELOW FROM YOUR HOME! If you live in an area that does not have the internet, please give your address and check the box that you do not have the internet. This will help get grants for getting broadband access to all Greenwood County residents.
https://visiongreenwood.org/broadband-project/
The VisionGreenwood Broadband Task Force is working on a solution that will bring broadband connectivity to all areas of Greenwood County.
By participating in this Broadband Speed Test, you provide valuable metrics that will enhance the community’s opportunity to receive grants and support that will help improve broadband in Greenwood, S.C.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED!
Kelly Services is offering great benefits for future substitute teachers. PLUS, A Kudos bonus (by Kelly) in the months of October, February and March.
Apply using the link below!
https://forms.office.com/r/zsqQDgY9At.
A Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan is linked below in preparation for the 2021-2022 school year. Please review and direct all questions or concerns to Dr. Fay Sprouse at fsprouse@gwd51.org. Thank you!
https://5il.co/uf5f
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Dobbins and Ms. Winbush to our team! Both are new employees at Ware Shoals Primary, as Guidance Counselor and 2nd Grade Teacher. Both are now home with our family...the WSSD51 Family!
Graduation will be streamed to Facebook as usual, but we will also stream the video to the link below for those that do not have access to Facebook. Thank you!
https://livestream.com/wssd51/wshs2021graduation
Ware Shoals School District 51 would like to say thank you to all who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. They gave their tomorrow for our today...
The Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible families and households who are struggling to stay connected during the #COVID19 pandemic. Eligible households can also receive a discount of up to $100 for the purchase of a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. For more info, please visit: fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit. #DigitalDivide #BroadbandForAll
The Federal Communications is asking for help to spread the word about the Emergency Broadband Benefit. This temporary program helps families struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Having a broadband connection is essential for households gain access to jobs, healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more. Visit www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit to learn more.
Enrollment for the Emergency Broadband Benefit is now open. The temporary benefit provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible consumers who are struggling to stay connected during the pandemic. See if you qualify by visiting www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit
Congratulations to Ali Collins, our District Spelling Bee winner, and to LJ Rousey, WSPS winner! These super spellers were recognized at the May school board meeting.
VOTE in the school board election today! If you are a registered voter and live in our school district, don't forget to cast your ballot by 7PM today. If you live in the Laurens or Abbeville county portion of our district, you can vote too.
