Blog Entries - 2020

Late Arrival 11/4 Reminder
REMINDER: Now that we currently in the Green Zone and attending every day, our late arrival this Wednesday (11/4) will operate like our traditional late arrival days as follows: ALL K-12 students (currently attending in person) will attend under
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Green Zone Ahead
WCS will be moving forward with transitioning our in-person students to a Green Zone of Learning on Oct. 19th. Students in our Virtual Education Program will continue with no additional changes. We will finalize and communicate the schedule and details
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WHS Student Chromebooks
We have made the decision that Chromebooks will remain with students over the summer. Please keep in mind that parents/students signed an acceptable use policy that Chromebooks will be used for educational purposes and returned to the school in its
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2nd Semester Starting Zone
Parents and students, we have important information regarding the start of 2nd semester. Read our Return to 2nd Semester document for details, group start dates, and a first week calendar. Monday, January 4th will remain a teacher work day, with
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Dear Families, Friends, Patrons, and Community supporters of Theatre at Wilmington High School, COVID-19 has affected us all in some way; at home, at work, and in our activities. It has disrupted and turned our world on its side. The
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Yellow Zone Through 12/18
Wilmington City Schools will be extending our current schedule, the Yellow Zone of Learning “Hybrid Schedule”, for our in-person learners through December 18th, due to the high incidence of COVID-19 cases in our community and surrounding
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Zone Change Announcement
Wilmington School Families, we have important information regarding a change to our in-person school schedule. Due to the surge in coronavirus cases in our state and county, starting Monday, November 16th, Wilmington City Schools will be moving to a hybrid
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Getting Ready for Green on 10/22
Beginning on Thursday, October 22nd, WCS students that are currently attending school in-person will attend on our new Green Zone schedule as follows: All Elementary students A-Z currently attending in person will attend full days Monday through
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WHS - Building Notification 10/15/20
WHS Families, Football Players, and Coaches - The following is a message from Coach Killen, WHS Administration, and the Athletic Department: We have recently been notified that a coach has tested positive for Covid-19. Due to this, the
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WHS Earns Purple Star
WHS was one of 37 Ohio schools who recently received the Purple Star Award from the Ohio Department of Education for their commitment to serving students and families of current service members. “Students with a parent in the military may
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Important Green Zone Updates
Beginning on Thursday, October 22nd, WCS students that are currently attending school in-person will attend on our new Green Zone schedule as follows: Elementary students currently attending in person will attend full days Monday through Friday. Middle
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Zone Planning Updates for In-Person Learners
Thank you all for your support, patience and flexibility in restarting our schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was important for our district to provide a safe, calm and successful opening for our students and staff. WCS Next Step
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Calendar Changes for 1st Semester
In an effort to reduce days that our students miss attending school in-person, we made a few adjustments to the school calendar for the 1st Semester. Summary of Changes View our Revised 2020-21 District Calendar Event
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HotSpot Applications
Because our youngest learners are receiving Chromebooks in the next two weeks, Wilmington City Schools is asking parents who do not currently have at-home internet access for their student for learning purposes and who have a financial need to complete the
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Weekly K-12 COVID-19 Dashboard
To help our school community stay informed, we will post our weekly K-12 COVID-19 Dashboard in our sliding news bar every Monday morning on the District's website. To help understand the information please read the following
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Calendar Change!
We are moving Waiver day from Monday, Sept. 21st to Wednesday, Sept. 23rd to allow for consistency for our students while we are in the Yellow Zone hybrid learning schedule.
Please update your calendars. No school for students on Wednesday September 23rd!
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How to Report a COVID-19 Student Case
At WCS, we are doing all that we can to keep our students and their families healthy and safe. We need your help to do that. If your child tests positive for COVID-19 or is clinically diagnosed with COVID-19 we need you to notify the school within 24 hours.
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64th Annual Chili Supper To Go!
The Wilmington Band program is proud to host one of the longest running traditions in Wilmington. We welcome everyone to join us for dinner on their way to the Homecoming Football Game. In order to keep this long-standing tradition going we are offering the
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Food Service News - Meals are FREE!
We have great news for our WCS families! The USDA recently granted an extension to the summer lunch program that will continue through December 31st. That means that beginning on September 4th ALL students, regardless of eligibility, can have free
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Homecoming 2020!
We’re honoring traditions in new ways this year. WHS will be recognizing Wilmington Homecoming the week of Sept 14th-18th. From Spirit Week and Homecoming Court, to a rousing football game we’ll do our very best to help our WHS
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In-Person Group Assignments and Transportation Update
Group Assignments For our students who will be learning in person for 1st Semester here is important information. We are starting the school year in the Yellow Zone of Operation and students will attend in-person on the following schedule: Group
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Athletics Information
We love our Hurricane fans and supporters, and we want to keep all of you as safe as possible while you cheer on our student athletes. This season we'll have to be creative, but we know our community will find ways to show their support. Please review
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Meals To Go!
UPDATE: As of 9/4/20, all meals are FREE to ALL WCS students! Beginning 9/2 we are providing options for children to have access to breakfast and lunches during days that our students are not learning in our school buildings. Meal prices are the same as
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Freshman Orientation Information
Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! We will be hosting Freshman Orientation on August 20th from 5:00-7:30. During this time, you and your student will have the opportunity to learn about our school procedures, walk through class schedules and meet teachers
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Virtual Education Students & Parents
WCS Virtual Education students and parents, we have a lot of information coming your way regarding the start to the school year in Virtual Ed. Click HERE for the most current information regarding: Materials Pick-Up dates, times, and sign-up
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In-Person Connectivity Survey
This information is ONLY for parents who currently have NO internet access or UNRELIABLE internet access and whose students are attending IN-PERSON. During remote learning days, students will be asked to access content from the internet. For this
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FAQs for WCS Options 2020-21
We've been collecting frequently asked questions. Please review our FAQs document as you make your decision regarding your WCS options for 2020-21. WCS Options FAQs 2020-21 (doc) Virtual Education Parent Information (youtube) - Informational Our
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School Supply Lists 2020-21
Visit the School Supply Lists page for your 2020-21 lists.
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Zones of Operation 2020-21: Info and Survey
WCS Parents, we have important preliminary information for the opening of the 2020-21 school year. Please view our Video Presentation by the Supt and review the planning document linked below. After reviewing the information, please take a few minutes to
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Virtual Meetings with the Supt.
WCS Parents, if you are interested in attending and participating in a virtual meeting with the Superintendent regarding the planning progress for three Zones of Operation for reopening school in the fall, please complete this registration right
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Summer Reading Assignments
WHS English Language Arts students, we have your summer reading assignments ready. Don't leave it till the week before school! AP English Lit (12th Grade) - Mrs. Knoblauch AP Language and Composition (11th Grade) - Mrs. Killen CCP English 1101 - Mrs.
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2020-21 Financial Planning
Dear WCS Parents, We would like to communicate with you our efforts to sustain our district through these challenging times. The staff and Board of Education work hard every day to make fiscally responsible decisions. With the recent cut
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Update 6/15/20 Even though our surveys have closed, we still encourage you to reach out to any WCS Administrator if you have questions, concerns, or ideas. You are never limited to a survey to have a conversation. Just visit our District Administration
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Summer Lunch Program
We will be distributing packaged lunches at the Wilmington Middle School Monday through Friday from 11:30 am to Noon, Monday through Friday at WMS We will continue to distribute lunches at the following locations on Tuesdays and Thursdays with
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Continual Updates
Summer Lunch Program: Please see our updated schedule for Summer Lunch Distrubition.
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WHS Graduation 2020!
Help us celebrate the Class of 2020 by attending our graduation online Friday, May 22, 2020, at 7:00pm. Keep an eye out for a Facebook Premiere post with a link to the video. The video can be watched as a Facebook Premiere or on
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Class of 2020 Announcements!
A Special Video Message for the Class of 2020 Please take a moment to watch this special message from the Senior Class Officers as they share our special Senior Celebration and Commencement plans. Class of 2020 Announcements (Facebook
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Here's what you need to know for the last few weeks of the school year - from packet pick-up and drop-off, to locker/desk cleanout and Chromebook plans. Please read it carefully. You can also watch the presentation (youtube).
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Locker Cleanout Reservation Form
WHS Students, please use the form below to reserve a date/time to come in and clean out your locker the week of May 11-15th. Be sure to read the info at the top of the form! Locker Cleanout Reservation
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WHS Prom 2020!
Prom is a special milestone for juniors and seniors in their high school careers. This year- it looks very different, but we want to provide all students an opportunity to celebrate the year-end from the safety of their own home. It is still sure to be
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Safety Announcement re: Playgrounds
To help protect the safety and health of our students and community all school playgrounds are closed. It is important that people do not touch or use any playground equipment. This is also part of the Governor’s Orders and how we can help stop
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MS/HS Continued Learning Plans for the Current Week
Teachers will continue digital learning the week of March 30th. Middle/High School Students can expect the following from teachers each week: An overview of the week’s lessons and assignments Recorded or live lessons Digital
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If you are a student needing a work permit, please make sure you have completed the Work Permit Application and the Physician's Certificate. Once all sections are completed, please contact Amy Faris at amy.faris@wilmington.k12.oh.us to coordinate getting the
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WHS Senior Shout Outs
Parents, Coaches, Teachers, Community Members - Help us celebrate the Class of 2020 with a #CaneSeniorShoutOuts. Just submit a photo and tell us why the senior is awesome
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WHS Digital Curriculum Resources
The WHS Digital Curriculum Resource document is available for our WHS students to utilize as they learn from home.
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School Closure FAQs
We know you have lots of questions. While we don't have all the answers yet, we do have some for you. Be sure to check the FAQs document frequently for updated questions and answers. School Closure FAQs (doc) As we receive information
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WHS Guidance Department Message
Your WHS Guidance Center team will be monitoring emails during your time out of school. If you have a concern or need please either call or email your counselor and we will get back to you. Feel free to leave a voicemail on our office phones, the
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWilmington City Schools CLOSED until April 3rd
As per today’s direction from Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Wilmington City Schools will be closed beginning Friday, March 13 until Friday, April 3. Further communication will be coming to families regarding next steps in the coming days. Wilmington
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Dear Wilmington Families, Our teachers and principals have been working hard to reteach and reinforce to our students the importance of handwashing and covering your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. It is also important to know when to stay at
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Students in the News
We think our students and staff are pretty terrific. We hope you'll take a few minutes to catch up on their accomplishments in these recent articles linked below*. Check back often. We continually add articles. WCS ensuring good health and safety;
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Future Chefs Competition 2020
UPDATE: All events have been postponed due to the government-mandated school closure. Wilmington City Schools and Sodexo are inviting you to our culinary competition! Our student finalists submitted their favorite Re-imagined School Lunch recipes and
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WHS Theatre Presents...
Wilmington High School Theatre presents their winter musical Singin' in the Rain. The "Greatest Movie Musical of All Time" is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning
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High School Scheduling Night
WHS Parent Scheduling Night is February 20th! We strongly encourage all current 8th grade parents to join us for the 5:30 presentation to learn more about HS, and current high school parents are invited for a quick review of the scheduling process at
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2020 and Beyond - Branding Survey
2020 ushers in not only a new year and decade, but new opportunities and vision. At Wilmington City Schools, we are reviewing our brand identity and social media presence. The digital landscape and social media have expanded exponentially since the year
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Change of Plans Ahead
The SW Ohio District Wrestling Tournament has now been scheduled to start on 3/6/20. We have once again been approved as a host site. On that afternoon, 2000-3000 fans, as well as 225 Wrestlers and Coaches, will be arriving for the 2-day event. To avoid
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How sick is too sick for school?
As we finish up the first month of the new year, here are some reminders from Nurse Connie regarding symptoms that indicate the need for your child to stay home from school: If they have had, or currently have, a fever of 100.4 or higher they need to
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Flu Prevention 101!
Time for some superhero flu prevention! Check out what WCS is doing to fight the spread of flu (and learn what an electrostatic sprayer is, and see what you can do at home to help.
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January 2020 Newsletter
It's a new year and a new quarter! We hope you'll take a moment and check out our January 2020 Newsletter for information on our 2020-21 Calendar, CCP Info Night, Weather Delay/Cancel Info, SEL article series, and more!
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