• 2024-2025 District Phone Messages

    October 31, 2024 - Communicating with Confidence Program
    A message for staff and families. Wilson County Schools is in the process of developing the 2025-2026 Traditional Instructional Calendar. We would like input from staff and families prior to sharing the proposed calendar with the Wilson County Board of Education for approval. To review the calendar and provide your feedback through an online form, click the link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSzwh4lX9V29wtNE7nxiFrT03XFPKIrLAwtnOHGVJpVdF67A/viewform. 

    The feedback form can also be found on our district website and social media sites. Paper copies of the proposed calendar and the feedback form will also be available at our schools. Please provide your input by November 6, 2024.  

    October 29, 2024 - Communicating with Confidence Program
    A message for families of 11th graders. The Wilson Education Partnership is working with Wilson County Schools to provide the Communicating with Confidence Program to high school juniors who are taking English III. A key component of the Communicating with Confidence Program is mock interviews. Outside business partners will be conducting the mock interviews with students. After the interviews, the students will complete a short survey to gauge how the program impacted them. Thank you and have a great night.  

    September 26, 2024 - NC Governers School Information
    A message for 10th and 11th grade families. Are you interested in learning more about NC Governor’s School? Please join us for a Governor’s School Information Meeting on Thurs., Oct. 3 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Forest Hills Middle School Auditorium (1210 Forest Hills Rd. in Wilson). Governor’s School is open to current 11th graders who will be rising seniors this summer. Exceptions are made for current 10th graders who are interested in selected performing/visual arts areas (dance, choral music and instrumental music). 

    NC Governor’s School is a four-week summer residential program for gifted and talented high school students through the NC Department of Public Instruction. The program integrates academic disciplines, the arts and unique courses. Students are selected to attend through a competitive process after being nominated by their district. Please contact Executive Director of Secondary Education Zach Marks at zachary.marks@wilsonschoolsnc.net with any questions. More information can also be found on the Governor’s School website at this link - https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/enhanced-opportunities/north-carolina-governors-school. Thank you and have a great night. 

    September 25, 2024 - Reminder of Student Surveys
    A reminder for families regarding student surveys. Students in grades 3-12 will take two surveys this school year - the Panorama survey and the Student Perception survey. Families have the option to opt out your student from taking the surveys. The deadline to submit the survey opt out form electronically is Sept. 30, 2024. Data will be collected on Oct. 1. If you choose to opt out after the deadline of Sept. 30, you must write a letter to your student's principal. The survey opt out information can be found on our district website under News, our social media sites or by clicking HERE.  

    September 13, 2024 - Required Immunization Reminder 
    A message for families. Per state law, kindergartners, 7th graders, 12th graders, and students attending an NC public school for the first time must have certain immunizations unless they have a valid exemption. Wilson Academy of Virtual Education students must also provide proof of receiving the mandatory immunizations. The required immunizations do not include the COVID-19 vaccine.

    The first day of school for our traditional schools was Aug. 26, and the first day for our early college students was Aug. 1. If your student is in kindergarten, 7th grade, 12th grade or is new to attending a public school, they will need an updated immunization record within 30 calendar days of the first day of school. If the school does not receive this information, state law prohibits the student from being allowed to attend school after the 30th day. Once your student receives the immunizations and the school is provided with proof, the student can return to school.

    All kindergartners and students attending an NC public school for the first time need a health assessment completed by their medical provider with an updated immunization record submitted before the 30-day deadline. Health assessments dated one year before the first day of school will be accepted. The immunization record and health assessment can be turned in at the school by the student or a parent or guardian.

    Please schedule an appointment with your medical provider if your student needs updated immunizations or a health assessment form. Families can also schedule an appointment at our Wilson County Schools WASH Centers located at Forest Hills Middle, Fike High, Beddingfield High, and Hunt High by calling 252-360-0769. Families can also schedule an appointment with the Wilson County Health Department by calling 252-237-3141, the Wilson Community Health Center at 252-243-9800, or Harvest Family Health Center at 252-443-7744. Thank you and have a great night. 

    September 11, 2024 - Here Comes the Bus App
    A message for families. Wilson County Schools is utilizing the Here Comes the Bus app again this year. This is a free app that gives families real-time bus location information and alerts. Simply download the Here Comes the Bus app from the App Store or Google Play store, create a secure account and add your students. The app is available in English, Spanish and French. To create an account, you will need the Wilson County Schools code, which is 13509, and the Student ID number. If your student does not know their ID number, contact the school for that information. If you do not have a smartphone or tablet, you can create an account through the Here Comes the Bus website on a laptop or desktop computer. More information about the Here Comes the Bus app can be found on our district website - wilsonschoolsnc.net - under News or Transportation Department. Should you need assistance, contact Synovia Support at 1-877-796-6842 or click the red help button located inside the app. 

    September 10, 2024 - Technology Use and Digital Citizenship Agreement 
    A message for families regarding an important online form. We need all families to complete the Student Technology Use & Digital Citizenship Agreement with Publication Waiver Form for the 2024-2025 School Year. The form also includes a section where you indicate your preferred home language. One online form can be completed for up to four students at a single school site. If you have students at multiple schools, please complete the form once per school for the students attending that school site. The link to the online form can be found on our district website or at this link - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTUVljg7apCd8Gikn_VyCUczWrRVkfFwC_VJctBFYE3snEJQ/viewform

    If you need the online form in a language other than English or Spanish, please contact your student’s school and ask for a version in your preferred language. 

    September 9, 2024 - Reminder - Communications Family Engagement Night
    A message for families. Wilson County Schools is hosting a Parent Portal, Scribs, and School Communications Family Engagement Night on Tues., Sept. 10 at Darden Middle School from 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you would like to sign up for Parent Portal and Scribs access, or find out more information about these platforms and other school communication tools, please join us for this event. Please bring your license or identification card because they are required for Parent Portal access. Parent Portal allows you to have access to your student’s grades and attendance information so you are never surprised by what is on a progress report or report card. Utilizing the Scribs platform, families can update information about your student at any time, including emergency contacts and any changes to contact information. Families can also use Scribs to access and upload digital forms, such as health assessments or immunization records. If you don’t have access to these platforms, please join us at this event. We will ensure that you leave the event with accounts created and knowledge of tools to help keep you informed! 

    September 5, 2024 - Required Immunizations Reminder
    A message for families. Per state law, kindergartners, 7th graders, 12th graders, and students attending an NC public school for the first time must have certain immunizations unless they have a valid exemption. Wilson Academy of Virtual Education students must also provide proof of receiving the mandatory immunizations. The required immunizations do not include the COVID-19 vaccine.

    The first day of school for our traditional schools is Aug. 26, and the first day for our early college students was Aug. 1. If your student is in kindergarten, 7th grade, 12th grade or is new to attending a public school, they will need an updated immunization record within 30 calendar days of the first day of school. If the school does not receive this information, state law prohibits the student from being allowed to attend school after the 30th day. Once your student receives the immunizations and the school is provided with proof, the student can return to school.

    All kindergartners and students attending an NC public school for the first time need a health assessment completed by their medical provider with an updated immunization record submitted before the 30-day deadline. Health assessments dated one year before the first day of school will be accepted. The immunization record and health assessment can be turned in at the school by the student or a parent or guardian.

    Please schedule an appointment with your medical provider if your student needs updated immunizations or a health assessment form. Families can also schedule an appointment at our Wilson County Schools WASH Centers located at Forest Hills Middle, Fike High, Beddingfield High, and Hunt High by calling 252-360-0769. Families can also schedule an appointment with the Wilson County Health Department by calling 252-237-3141, the Wilson Community Health Center at 252-243-9800, or Harvest Family Health Center at 252-443-7744. 

    September 3, 2024 - Parent Portal Scribs Family Engagement
    A message for families. Wilson County Schools is hosting a Parent Portal, Scribs, and School Communications Family Engagement Night on Tues., Sept. 10 at Darden Middle School from 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you would like to sign up for Parent Portal and Scribs access, or find out more information about these platforms and other school communication tools, please join us for this event. Please bring your license or identification card because they are required for Parent Portal access. Parent Portal allows you to have access to your student’s grades and attendance information so you are never surprised by what is on a progress report or report card. Utilizing the Scribs platform, families can update information about your student at any time, including emergency contacts and any changes to contact information. Families can also use Scribs to access and upload digital forms, such as health assessments or immunization records. If you don’t have access to these platforms, please join us at this event. We will ensure that you leave the event with accounts created and knowledge of tools to help keep you informed! 

    September 1, 2024 - Annual Notifications and Surveys
    A message for staff and families regarding important information for the school year. Wilson County Schools is required by law to share annual notifications each year regarding the rights of students and families, the inspection of education records and the release of student directory information, which includes if students can have their photo taken. The annual notifications can be found on our district website under the Families heading by clicking HERE. 

    Families should have received information from your student’s school regarding the Student Technology Use & Digital Citizenship Agreement with Publication Waiver for the 2024-2025 School Year. We need all families to complete this agreement. The link can be found on our district website under News, our social media sites and by clicking HERE. 

    Lastly, we want to share information regarding student surveys. Students in grades 3-12 will take two surveys this school year - the Panorama survey and the Student Perception survey. Families have the option to opt out your student from taking the surveys. The deadline to submit the survey opt out form electronically is Sept. 30, 2024. Data will be collected on Oct. 1. If you choose to opt out after the deadline of Sept. 30, you must write a letter to your student's principal. The annual notifications and survey opt out information can be found on our district website under News and also under Families or by clicking HERE.

    August 31, 2024 - Update on Springfield Middle School
    An update on Springfield Middle School for staff and families. During a Special Meeting on Aug. 29, the Wilson County Board of Education voted to approve a lease agreement with Mobile Modular for two mobile units for Springfield Middle. The mobile units will each have eight classrooms and furniture will be included. It is estimated that the mobile units will arrive on Sept. 30 and setup should be completed by mid-October. Then work will begin on constructing walkways and ramps; installing temporary power; and adding fire safety measures before anyone can occupy the mobile units. 

    Insurance will cover the cost of the mobile units, which is approximately $660,000 with furniture included, and also the additional cost of the walkways, ramps and fire safety measures. Currently, areas of the school have been reconfigured to accommodate the 6th and 7th graders until the mobile units arrive. The 6th and 7th grade wings were badly damaged in the tornado on Aug. 8 and cannot be used. The wings are safely inaccessible to students and staff. More information will be forthcoming regarding the reconstruction of the damaged portion of the school. The scope of work is still being determined. 

    We appreciate everyone who has supported the 14 teachers who lost their entire classrooms in the storm. We are accepting financial and in-kind donations through Sept. 15. For donation information, please visit our district website - wilsonschoolsnc.net - and social media sites.

    August 27, 2024 - Updated Early College Calendar
    A message for early college staff and families. During the Aug. 19, 2024, Wilson County Board of Education meeting, the Board voted to revise the early college calendar due to closing the early colleges on Aug. 8 and 9 because of inclement weather. The updated calendar can be found in English and Spanish on our district website under the main Calendars heading or by clicking HERE. The changes are as follows: 

    - Aug. 8, 2024, was changed from an Instructional Day to a Non-day.

    - Aug. 9, 2024, was changed from an Instructional Day to a Non-day.

    - Oct. 9, 2024, was changed from a Mandatory Teacher Workday to an Instructional Day.

    - Feb. 7, 2025, was changed from an Optional Teacher Workday to an Instructional Day.

    - May 21, 2025, was changed to an Optional Teacher Workday.

    - May 22, 2025, was changed to an Optional Teacher Workday.

    - May 23, 2025, was changed to a Holiday.

    August 23, 2024 - Required Immunizations
    A message for families. Per state law, kindergartners, 7th graders, 12th graders, and students attending an NC public school for the first time must have certain immunizations unless they have a valid exemption. Wilson Academy of Virtual Education students must also provide proof of receiving the mandatory immunizations. The required immunizations do not include the COVID-19 vaccine.

    The first day of school for our traditional schools is Aug. 26, and the first day for our early college students was Aug. 1. If your student is in kindergarten, 7th grade, 12th grade or is new to attending a public school, they will need an updated immunization record within 30 calendar days of the first day of school. If the school does not receive this information, state law prohibits the student from being allowed to attend school after the 30th day. Once your student receives the immunizations and the school is provided with proof, the student can return to school.

    All kindergartners and students attending an NC public school for the first time need a health assessment completed by their medical provider with an updated immunization record submitted before the 30-day deadline. Health assessments dated one year before the first day of school will be accepted. The immunization record and health assessment can be turned in at the school by the student or a parent or guardian.

    Please schedule an appointment with your medical provider if your student needs updated immunizations or a health assessment form. Families can also schedule an appointment at our Wilson County Schools WASH Centers located at Forest Hills Middle, Fike High, Beddingfield High, and Hunt High by calling 252-360-0769. Families can also schedule an appointment with the Wilson County Health Department by calling 252-237-3141, the Wilson Community Health Center at 252-243-9800, or Harvest Family Health Center at 252-443-7744. Thank you and have a great night. 

    August 20, 2024 - Weapons Detection System 
    A message for Beddingfield, Fike and Hunt staff and families. Beginning the first day of school on Aug. 26, the three traditional high schools will have EVOLV and OpenGate weapons detection systems in place at the entrances. Unlike metal detectors, these systems will allow students, staff and families to simply walk through them without stopping or emptying their pockets or entire bags. However, students will need to remove their laptops from their backpacks and hand those to a staff member before walking through the systems. In addition to laptops, some eyeglass cases with metal hinges, 3-ring binders and stainless steel water cups will also need to be removed before proceeding through the systems. 

    Each system is monitored by a staff member and alerts school leaders if a potential weapon is detected. The technology looks for weapons and can identify dangerous items inside bags and pockets. Our staff members have been trained on the systems, and we ask for your support as we work together to maximize the benefits of having this additional layer of safety. These systems are also used at athletic stadiums across the nation and will provide enhanced safety without compromising the welcoming culture we’ve developed in our schools. Should you have any questions, please contact your student’s principal.

    August 19, 2024 - Needs Based Assistance 
    A message for families. All Wilson County Schools students are receiving breakfast and lunch at no cost to families this year, and we have established a process for families that would like to request that student fees be waived. The fees that can be waived include a technology usage fee of $30, which is collected each year for all students using a district device either at school and/or at home, and for the purpose of sustaining devices, purchasing replacement parts, and performing maintenance. The Driver Education fee of $65 is for high school students who are completing the Driver Education course through Wilson County Schools. The testing fee is for high school students who are taking either the SAT or the ACT. The cost is between $60 and $85. 

    Families that received a Direct Services letter from School Nutrition are automatically eligible for a fee waiver. The Direct Services letters were sent to families earlier this month. You can submit this letter to your student’s school for fees to be waived. If you did not receive a Direct Services letter,  your family can request a fee waiver by submitting a Needs Based Assistance Request through the form on our district website, which can be found under Families and Needs Based Assistance, and also online at bit.ly/wcsneeds24. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact or visit your student’s school.Thank you. 

    August 14, 2024 - Springfield Middle Update
    A message for staff and families. Wilson County Schools is incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support that has been shown to the students and staff of Springfield Middle after the school was damaged by a tornado on Aug. 8. We wanted to share an update about the condition of the building, the plan for the upcoming school year and ways that you can help. 
         The 6th and 7th grade wings of the school suffered immense damage to the walls and roof, and the classrooms and other rooms on those wings are a total loss. Builder Services of NC has been working around the clock, and they have done an incredible job in a short amount of time to remove excess water and secure the roof and walls that were damaged. A chain-link fence has been installed around the building and no one is allowed inside because of safety concerns. The school is also being monitored by the Wilson County Sheriff's Office. 
         The company is still in the process of assessing all of the damage, but they have determined that students and staff will be able to remain at Springfield for the upcoming school year and beyond. Accommodations can be made to bring in mobile units and also utilize the 8th grade wing and core of the school while the two damaged wings are rebuilt. We feel that keeping the students, staff and families of Springfield Middle in their school is the best outcome. It will be a long process to rebuild the wings, but we feel this plan is better than moving to remote learning or dividing up the students and staff at other schools across the district. 
         We appreciate everyone who has reached out to ask how you can help. More than a dozen teachers lost their entire classrooms and there were also other rooms affected. If you would like to help restock the classrooms with supplies, materials and resources, please consider making a financial donation through the Springfield PTO or the Wilson Education Partnership. Please visit our district website or social media sites for more information on how to donate. We will also be sharing information at a later date on how to donate actual supplies and materials once staff determine their most pressing needs. Again, thank you so much for your support and please keep the students, staff, families and community members affected by the tornado in your thoughts and prayers. 

    August 14, 2024 - Phishing Email Alert
    A message for families. We wanted to make you aware of phishing emails that were sent by threat actors to students and staff last night. While our Technology Department took immediate action to pull back the messages, some got through and were opened by students and staff. The emails prompted the recipient to complete a google form and then texts were sent asking for personal identifiable information. Families, please share with your student not to open or respond to any emails from unknown senders asking for personal information. The email to students advertised a part-time job. If your student clicked a link in a suspicious email or shared it inadvertently, please have your student report these actions to our Technology Department at wcs.tech@wilsonschoolsnc.net  If your student has received text messages or contact from a threat actor please report this activity immediately to the Sheriff’s Department at (252) 237-8300.  

    August 8, 2024 - Early Colleges Closed
    A  message for staff and families at our early colleges. Due to ongoing weather concerns for our area and flooding throughout the county WAAT and WECA will be closed Fri., Aug. 9 for all students and staff. Please stay safe and heed all warnings from law enforcement and Wilson County Emergency Management.  

    August 7, 2024 - Early Colleges Closed
    A message for staff and families at our early colleges. Based on the latest weather forecast from the National Weather Service and in conversation with Wilson County Emergency Management, WAAT and WECA will be closed Thurs., Aug. 8 for all students and staff. We will continue to monitor the weather and will keep you updated regarding Friday. The biggest weather concerns for our area are high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding. Please stay safe and heed all warnings from law enforcement and Wilson County Emergency Management.