Valley Institute Elementary

Are you looking for a fun event for Saturday, August 31? Check out Emory & Henry University Community Day starting at 11:00 a.m.!

Congratulation Bulldogs on completing your first FULL week of school! Please visit the link here to read this week's issue of the Bulldog Beat: https://secure.smore.com/n/twcep

Bulldogs wear your BRIGHTEST colors Monday August 12th to show us how bright your future is!

Good Evening VIES Families, In an effort to ensure student and staff preparedness in the event of an emergency, we will conduct a school lockdown drill the week of August 12. Efforts will be made to conduct this drill in a timely fashion. If you have questions or concerns, please don't hesitate us at (276)642-5500.

We've had a great few days of welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year! Click the link to watch a video to see some of the fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CpJ2C3Ifek

First Day of School: We've had a great day welcoming back our students for the 2024-2025 school year! Here are some highlights of the fun that took place. Be sure to check back as we share more photos over the next few days!

As our students head back to school, please remember to use caution! Observe the speed limit in all school zones, watch for school buses and pedestrians and plan additional time to reach your destination. We appreciate your help to keep our students, teachers, staff and parents safe as we begin a new school year.

Are you looking for an after-school program for your child? Check out this opportunity. The HCS After-School Program is a partnership between Washington County Schools and Highlands Community Services.

Special Recognition: The WCPS Board recognized Dustin Forrester, of Glade Spring Middle School for performing the Heimlich Maneuver on a choking student this past school year. Thank you for your quick actions, Mr. Forrester!

It was all smiles at the WCPS Board Meeting on Monday! Students that took part in Theatre Camp this summer put on a special performance. More than 90 campers in grades 3-12 participated from schools across the division. The camp was in collaboration with WCPS & Emory & Henry.

SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please click the link below for information regarding SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: https://5il.co/2swm9 A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.

WCPS SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing: Please see the images below for information on SY 2024-2025 Staff and Visitor Meal Pricing. A reminder that Washington County Public Schools will provide free meals to all children served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.

Mobile Menu App: We are pleased to announce a free Mobile Menu App! It offers an easy way to view daily menus. To learn more, click here: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=mobile-menus-app-guide

Linq Connect Online Payments: All meals in WCPS are free! However, if your child would like to purchase a-la-carte items, you can pay online. Click here to make a payment: https://linqconnect.com/main

Going Green! Menus: Did you know that you can have your school menus emailed automatically? You’re able to choose the school menus that you receive. Click here to sign up: https://www.wcpsvacncafe.com/index.php?sid=1560448952848&page=automenu

Back to School Shopping: If you are wanting to do some shopping this weekend -- remember it's Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday! To learn more about exempt items, click here: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday For WCPS Supply Lists, click here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491

School Supply Donations: A big THANK YOU to the United Way of Southwest Virginia and the community for helping to ensure our students are prepared to head back to school! These items were collected through the United Way's annual Stuff the Bus supply drive.

If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday following Open House, check out National Night Out! This free community event is presented by the Abingdon Police Department & Washington County Sheriffs Office. All the fun will take place at The Meadows, starting at 5:00 p.m.

The Brain Architecture Game: On Wednesday, new teachers to WCPS spent time playing this game that builds understanding of the powerful role of experiences on early brain development -- what promotes it and what can derail it. Staff built 'brains' with pipe cleaners and straws.

The First Day of School is fast approaching! WCPS can't wait to welcome everyone back! Check out school supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year here: https://www.wcs.k12.va.us/article/1687491