Dr. Kem Owens, Director of the After School Program at Ware Shoals Primary, shared program details and student progress at the May school board meeting. The program started virtually in October of 2020 but has now progressed to full time face-to-face programming. Students work hard to improve their ELA and Math skills, and they are getting excellent results! This... READ MORE >
The board repealed policy ADD-Face Coverings in response to Gov. McMaster's executive order and recently revised CDC guidelines. Students who submit a DHEC waiver form are not required to wear face coverings. Staff members who are fully vaccinated may also opt out of wearing face coverings. Plexiglass barriers are being removed from schools this week, making it... READ MORE >
On May 11, Governor McMaster issued an Executive Order to provide a mask opt out process for families. This order is in conflict with pandemic recommendations from SCDHEC, the CDC, and local/state medical health systems. Parents may opt to have their child attend school without a face covering if DHEC’s Consent Form is signed and returned to your child’s school.... READ MORE >
The link to the student survey can be found here. READ MORE >
Baseball - Admission for regular season games is $5 per person. Tickets will be sold at the gate. Masks are required for entrance. We ask that you maintain a social distance from non-household members. Handicapped restroom facilities are available at the “ticket booth” at the entrance to Lou Brissie Field. We are looking forward to the season and thank you for... READ MORE >
The Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Department of Education (SCDE) are working to provide Pandemic EBT benefits to qualifying children across South Carolina, and we need your help to ensure children attending your school are able to receive them if they are eligible. All households with potentially eligible students are strongly encouraged to validate... READ MORE >
This is an announcement regarding the basketball game tomorrow night (Tuesday). Only parents (or an approved escort) of senior players and cheerleaders will be admitted. If you purchased ...or were given a ticket to a game prior to the Christmas holidays, please bring it to Mrs. Wells for a refund. You will not be admitted with this ticket. READ MORE >
Did you know that third year high school students have the opportunity to take the ACT or SAT for free during a school day through funding provided by our state? This is an incredible opportunity to empower students as they decide how they'll learn, serve, and lead after graduation. Location: Ware Shoals High March 3, 2021: SAT March 23, 2021:... READ MORE >
We were happy to welcome students and staff back to school this week, and everyone eased back into the school routine quickly. Our buildings are super clean, thanks to the work of our custodians during eLearning days. Students were happy to see teachers and to reconnect with friends. Athletes were happy to resume workouts and participate in contests. All of us are... READ MORE >
Currently (as of November 16th) there are two (2) positive COVID-19 cases in our district, both students. Twenty-five (25) students are quarantined for being close contacts to someone who tested positive, and two (2) staff members are quarantined. Since starting school on August 27th, we have had a total of 11 staff members and four (4) students test positive.... READ MORE >
Learning, Serving, and Leading our way into the 2020-2021 school year. READ MORE >
Welcome back to another school year we are excited about the amazing possibilities this year can bring. Please check out our welcome back newsletter here: READ MORE >
Under Act 142, the State Legislature has appropriated a portion of the federal CARES Act funding to be used to supply at least 100,000 households with free internet through December 2020. The service on the devices is only guaranteed to be paid through December 31, 2020. To be eligible for this offer, the household must meet all of the following: Have at least... READ MORE >
A new Ware Shoals School District 51 calendar has been released. Details can be found here! READ MORE >
Registration dates for the 2020-21 academic year have been approved: August 11th: 2:00PM - 7:00PM or August 12th 7:30AM - 12:30PM All students, including those enrolled in the Distance Learning Academy are required to register at their school. Much of the online process for returning students can be completed online beginning... 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 and it will also be live streamed. If you plan to come to the event in person, we ask that our community limit participation to one individual... 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 >
Check out our eLearning page for up to date Wi-Fi locations near you. READ MORE >
Source: https://www.nasponline.org/A new type of coronavirus, abbreviated COVID-19, is causing an outbreak of respiratory (lung) disease. It was first detected in China and has now been detected internationally. While the immediate health risk in the United States is low, it is important to plan for any possible outbreaks if the risk level increases in the future. ... READ MORE >
The Centers for Disease Control recently posted these recommendations and links to additional information on their website: www.cdc.gov CDC Recommends Everyone can do their part to help us respond to this emerging public health threat:Individuals and communities should familiarize themselves with recommendations to protect themselves and their communities from... 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 >
WOW!!...... 22,008...That’s the final number of votes cast for Ware Shoals High School in the WSPA Mascot Contest. WOW again!! Many of you took the time to share and encourage your family and friends to vote, vote, vote...every hour! A story comes to mind..."The Little Engine that Could"...can be rewritten as "The Little District that Did!" Below is a note from... READ MORE >
Greenville, SC [November 22, 2019] – During Ten at the Top’s Celebrating Successes Brunch on Wednesday, November 20, Ware Shoals School District Superintendent Dr. Fay Sprouse and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina were recognized for contributions to enhancing the Upstate region. Sprouse received the Burdette Leadership Award while BlueCross BlueShield of... READ MORE >
Ware Shoals High School has been selected to participate in a new program with Audible, the world's largest producer and distributor of audiobooks and other spoken-word entertainment. Participating WSH students will receive free access to a collection of 80 titles commonly used in our grade 9-12 curricula. In addition, students will receive 12 credits (also free)... READ MORE >
Teacher quality is the most significant factor in student achievement. Our district is fortunate to have many talented and caring teachers who are committed to see their students succeed. These three educators have been selected by their peers to represent their school as teacher of the year: Ware Shoals Primary: Carla Holley Ware Shoals Middle: Lee-Ann... READ MORE >
Armed with knowledge and experience, our Teacher Cadets are ready for their journey as professional educators. The Teacher Cadet program at Ware Shoals High embodies our district motto of Learning, Serving, and Leading. The Cadets are learning in the classroom and through field experiences and taking that knowledge to serve and lead in our community and in our... READ MORE >
DESTINATION...GRADUATION!FAY SPROUSEWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2019 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,... READ MORE >
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Mrs. Livingston's eighth graders will take the EOC today. Good luck everyone! READ MORE >
On May 18th, the district is hosting a 5K/2 mile Walk/Run. We will gather at the gym from 8:00-8:40 that morning. The 2 mile walk begins at 8:45 and the 5K run/walk begins at 9:00. The cost is $20 per participant, with children under 5 free. All proceeds will be used to support the Ware Shoals Community Fitness Center, which is located on the high school campus... 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... READ MORE >
Dr. Fay Sprouse Superintendent “LEARNING. SERVING. LEADING.” These are the words that summarize our district’s vision: “Ware Shoals School District 51 is a district where students are meaningfully engaged in LEARNING in a safe, intellectually stimulating, and challenging environment, and students are well prepared for a variety of post-graduation options. Students... READ MORE >
WSSD51's Emergency Management Team Recognized for Serving Others! READ MORE >
Joshua Hallman is the Ware Shoals School District 51 Teacher of the Year! READ MORE >
Sybil and Mike Conley lost their 20-year old daughter Zoë to a heroin and fentanyl overdose on May 24, 2017, the unfortunate end to a five-plus year odyssey through the opioid epidemic, the drug and alcohol treatment community, the healthcare system, and criminal justice. Since then, the Conleys have been advocates for persons with addictions, and frequent public... READ MORE >
In efforts to better prepare students for the ACT / SAT assessments, Ware Shoals High School will be providing free test prep sessions and study materials to those registered to take the exams. Research indicates that 20 hours of studying for the SAT assessment typically increases scores 30 to 70 points. ACT trend data suggests 10 hours of study time often... READ MORE >
This month we honor the year-round commitment that school board members make to our district and the community. Please join us in saluting the men and women who provide governance of public schools. Make a special effort to tell each school board member that his or her hard work has been noticed and is truly appreciated. Thank you Shanon Calvert, Herbie Harris,... READ MORE >
Our district was chosen by Cornerstone to receive the "2018 Prevention Advocacy Award" for our opioid abuse prevention efforts. We have hosted parent / community education forums, and aired Public Service Announcements during football games. Our students created and shared educational videos, and they have participated in lessons about the dangers of opioid... READ MORE >
We are so proud of Ware Shoals Middle School's Robotics Program! With in a two month window, students learned basic programming, designed a robot for competition and were very competitive in our regional contest. One of our teams placed 10th out of 21 teams and our other won the judges award! We are thankful for Mrs. King, Mrs. O'Dell and Mr. Ross for their... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Krystal McGrew for winning WYFF Channel 4's Golden Apple Award! We are fortunate to have such a talented and caring staff at WSSD 51! READ MORE >
Principals were recognized during Monday night's Board meeting for demonstrating outstanding leadership during our recent AdvancED accreditation review. We are fortunate to have these leaders in our buildings! READ MORE >
Congratulations to "Plan Bee" on winning the Healthy Learners Adult Spelling Bee. (Team members Maria Tyre, Paula Taylor, Arlene Burton, and Fay Sprouse are pictured.) Their winning word was "suffrutescent" which means "of a plant or stem - having a base that is somewhat woody and does not die down each year." The team won in 2016 as well.Healthy Learners is a... READ MORE >
Joan Talley, our "book angel," returned today with 3,000 more books. She has 1,000 more that we will pick up this Friday. She has donated a total of 12,000 books to our students. Mrs. Talley is dedicated to SERVING, and we appreciate all she does for us and for others across our state. She has donated 47,000 books to schools in high poverty areas!!THANK YOU, Mrs.... READ MORE >