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
WSSD 51 Mobile hotspots should be returned to the media specialist at your student's school. Virtual students can call 864-456-7500 to set up an appointment for return. Students will be charged, if the devices are not returned by June 4th, 2021. Thank you!
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 WSMS Awards Day Ceremony will be Live Streamed to the District Facebook page. A recorded version will be posted after each grade levels ceremony.
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.
Join us in welcoming Megan Shelton to the WSSD51 team! Ms. Shelton will be teaching at Ware Shoals Primary. We are so happy she chose to LEARN, SERVE, and LEAD with us!
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.
Friday, May 7th, will be a regular school day for all. All high school staff and students are asked to park in the back of the school because of the Farmers to Families food box distribution in front of the school.
Tomorrow (May 6) will be an eLearning day for WS High students due to a water main break. WS Primary and Middle schools will operate on a normal schedule.
High school students in need of counseling due to today's tragedy may go to the Larry Traynham Center between 8-12 or may call 864-456-7500 to speak to a counselor. We appreciate your support in helping your child remain strong during this this time of sadness and loss! Hug your children tightly tonight!
Shortly after 8 o’clock this morning, the high school was placed on lockdown due to an isolated incident in the parking lot. EMS and law enforcement were contacted and are currently investigating. We have remained in frequent communication with parents regarding this situation, and we remain focused on maintaining a safe learning environment the rest of the school day. The Ware Shoals Police Chief has reported that a student has suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound and is in critical condition. The incident is under investigation by SLED.
This information was just shared at a media briefing. Our next briefing and a press release will occur at 11:30AM.
Farmers to Families food distribution will be at Ware Shoals High School this FRIDAY, May 7 starting at 9AM. No proof of income or identification is required, limit 2 boxes per family. We will distribute about 1,100 boxes, packed with poultry, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. We are excited about this opportunity to provide food for our employees, students, and community! This is a USDA program in partnership with farmers, ranchers, and other food producers and distributors. This program helps businesses, prevents waste, and helps families have access to fresh, healthy food. Officers and employees will assist with traffic control, showing you where to enter to get in line. Share this message - help us spread the word. We don't want any leftover food!
Our after school program at Ware Shoals Primary made Save the Children's National news! Every Friday, a report from the field discussing how Save the Children impacts local communities and families is published and sent throughout Save the Children USA. Thanks to Dr. Kem Owens, Director, and all Save the Children staffers at WSP for doing such a great job providing after school learning opportunities for our children. Read the story here: https://bit.ly/3gZ9muS
Current COVID cases in our schools: WSP: 6, WSM: 1, WSH: 1. Many have been quarantined as close contacts out of an abundance of caution. All precautions remain in place at schools: masks, plexiglass, hand washing, social distancing, and regular surface cleaning. We shared our numbers and procedures with DHEC today, and they said we're doing a great job. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to call us.
Please use the links below to see the Bass Team Results!
Middle School : https://5il.co/s23b
High School : https://5il.co/s23d
We have been asked to share the following from "New Foundations Connections Foster Care Program." Contact information is provided.
Have you ever thought about becoming a Foster Parent? Did you know New Foundations Connections Foster Care Program in Anderson is always looking for families to provide temporary care to children in surrounding communities? Beyond just Anderson! Did you know just a caring heart and an open door may be the beginning of a life of love and support to a child in need? Did you know that Foster Parenting can be another income stream? Curious? Interested? Check us out at:
www.ConnectionsFosterCare.com
Call Nirmala Bruce at Connections: Cell 864-581-9966
Email: nbruce@newfoundationschildren.com
Please click the link below for more information about our next Farmers to Families food drive.
https://5il.co/rqx1
Farmers to Families food distribution will be at Ware Shoals High School this FRIDAY, April 23, from 9:30-11:30 or until the food is gone. No proof of income or identification is required, limit 2 boxes per family. We will distribute about 1,100 boxes, packed with poultry, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. We are excited about this opportunity to provide food for our employees, students, and community! This is a USDA program in partnership with farmers, ranchers, and other food producers and distributors. This program helps businesses, prevents waste, and helps families have access to fresh, healthy food. Officers and employees will assist with traffic control, showing you where to enter to get in line. Share this message - help us spread the word. We don't want any leftover food! https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food-to-usda/farmers-to-families-food-box https://www.usda.gov/media/press-
