Due to campus power outage, Rural Retreat High School and Rural Retreat Middle School will be closed today, Thursday, September 17, 2026. Rural Retreat Elementary school is not affected and will operate on a normal schedule.
📣 SPILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COMMUNITY INVITATION
Parents, families, and community members are invited to join us for an informational meeting about the proposed 1% Sales Tax Referendum and what its passage could mean specifically for Spiller Elementary School.
Come hear about the potential impact on our school, including how additional funding could support students and improve school facilities.
📅Tuesday, September 1
⏰5:30 PM
📍Spiller Elementary School Cafeteria
This is an opportunity to learn and hear directly about the potential impact on Spiller Elementary School. We encourage all Spiller Elementary parents and community members to attend!
Please share this invitation with your friends, family, and neighbors. We hope to see you there!
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Wythe County Public Schools does not take a position for or against this referendum. This meeting is intended to share factual information only.
Parents, families, and community members are invited to join us for an informational meeting about the proposed 1% Sales Tax Referendum and what its passage could mean specifically for Spiller Elementary School.
Come hear about the potential impact on our school, including how additional funding could support students and improve school facilities.
📅Tuesday, September 1
⏰5:30 PM
📍Spiller Elementary School Cafeteria
This is an opportunity to learn and hear directly about the potential impact on Spiller Elementary School. We encourage all Spiller Elementary parents and community members to attend!
Please share this invitation with your friends, family, and neighbors. We hope to see you there!
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Wythe County Public Schools does not take a position for or against this referendum. This meeting is intended to share factual information only.
WCPS parents and guardians, per the code of Virginia, vision and hearing screenings will be completed on all new, kindergarten, 3rd, 7th and 10th grade student unless: (a) such student was tested as part of the School Entrance Health Form (b) the parents or guardians of such student object on religious grounds and the student shows no obvious evidence of defect or disease of the eyes or ears. If you choose to waive these screenings for your student, please send a signed dated note to your school nurse.
Thank you,
Thank you,
📣 FORT CHISWELL HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY INVITATION
Parents, families, and community members are invited to join us for an informational meeting about the proposed 1% Sales Tax Referendum and what its passage could mean specifically for Fort Chiswell High School.
Come hear about the potential impact on our school, including how additional funding could support students, athletes, and extra-curricular/co-curricular program members by improving the school facilities.
📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Fort Chiswell High School Auditorium
This is an opportunity to learn and hear directly about the potential impact on Fort Chiswell High School.
We encourage all FCHS parents and community members to attend!
Please share this invitation with your friends, family, and neighbors. We hope to see you there!
Parents, families, and community members are invited to join us for an informational meeting about the proposed 1% Sales Tax Referendum and what its passage could mean specifically for Fort Chiswell High School.
Come hear about the potential impact on our school, including how additional funding could support students, athletes, and extra-curricular/co-curricular program members by improving the school facilities.
📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Fort Chiswell High School Auditorium
This is an opportunity to learn and hear directly about the potential impact on Fort Chiswell High School.
We encourage all FCHS parents and community members to attend!
Please share this invitation with your friends, family, and neighbors. We hope to see you there!
The Wythe County School Board recognized Rural Retreat High School's FFA State Champions at the August 13, 2026 School Board Meeting.
Cattle Working Winners: Livestock Judging Winners:
Sallie Williams Abigail Miller
Caleb Dix Ella Miller
Brionna Rakes Clara Grubb
Kingston Alexander
Congratulations and great job Indians!🏆
WCPS would like to say a huge thank you to First Bank & Trust for their generous donation to the Pack the Bus event! Your continued support helps ensure our students have the supplies they need to start the school year ready for success. We are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to supporting Wythe County Students!
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow for the first day of school. We will be operating on a regular schedule.
Thank you,
Thank you,
Welcome Back, Wythe County Public Schools Families!
Welcome back to a new school year! We’re glad you are here, and we are excited for what this year will bring. There are so many great things already happening in our schools, and some big opportunities coming. This year we invite every student and family to help carry forward the positive narrative of Wythe County Public Schools and your individual schools.
I am ready to kick off the school year in a district that has the best administrators, teachers, staff, parents, students, and community partners. Let’s support each other in ensuring all students are provided the best education and school experience possible.
If questions or concerns arise along the way, our solution-based communication guidelines for parents and students can help guide you through that process.
I hope every one of you has a great school year!
- Dr. Russell J. Street
WCPS Parent & Community Members Solution-Based Guidelines: https://aptg.co/9T80Lq
WCPS Student Solution-Based Guidelines: https://aptg.co/2x6VsT
Welcome back to a new school year! We’re glad you are here, and we are excited for what this year will bring. There are so many great things already happening in our schools, and some big opportunities coming. This year we invite every student and family to help carry forward the positive narrative of Wythe County Public Schools and your individual schools.
I am ready to kick off the school year in a district that has the best administrators, teachers, staff, parents, students, and community partners. Let’s support each other in ensuring all students are provided the best education and school experience possible.
If questions or concerns arise along the way, our solution-based communication guidelines for parents and students can help guide you through that process.
I hope every one of you has a great school year!
- Dr. Russell J. Street
WCPS Parent & Community Members Solution-Based Guidelines: https://aptg.co/9T80Lq
WCPS Student Solution-Based Guidelines: https://aptg.co/2x6VsT
Wythe County Families,
As the school year approaches, all required PowerSchool forms and required vaccination records must be completed for each student. To access the PowerSchool forms, please log in to the Parent Portal. All forms must be completed before the first day of school.
Please pay particular attention to the form titled "Form C-WCPS Student Contacts (Parent/Guardian, Emergency Contacts) for the 2026-2027 School Year. This is a new requirement and asks that each parent/guardian and emergency contact listed have a unique phone number.
If you have trouble logging in to the Parent Portal, please contact your student's home school for assistance.
Please note: If all required Power School Forms and required vaccination records are not completed before the first day of school, students will not be permitted to attend school until the forms have been submitted.
Thank you for your prompt attention to these important requirements. We appreciate your partnership in help us prepare for a successful school year.
Parent Portal Link: https://wythe.powerschool.com/public/
As the school year approaches, all required PowerSchool forms and required vaccination records must be completed for each student. To access the PowerSchool forms, please log in to the Parent Portal. All forms must be completed before the first day of school.
Please pay particular attention to the form titled "Form C-WCPS Student Contacts (Parent/Guardian, Emergency Contacts) for the 2026-2027 School Year. This is a new requirement and asks that each parent/guardian and emergency contact listed have a unique phone number.
If you have trouble logging in to the Parent Portal, please contact your student's home school for assistance.
Please note: If all required Power School Forms and required vaccination records are not completed before the first day of school, students will not be permitted to attend school until the forms have been submitted.
Thank you for your prompt attention to these important requirements. We appreciate your partnership in help us prepare for a successful school year.
Parent Portal Link: https://wythe.powerschool.com/public/
Hello,
Please check your email for an important message regarding yearly employee training.
Please check your email for an important message regarding yearly employee training.
Good afternoon,
Any family considering virtual learning needs to register by Wednesday 7/15/2026. You can register on the Region VII Virtual Academy website, https://sites.google.com/view/r7va/home.
Thank you,
Any family considering virtual learning needs to register by Wednesday 7/15/2026. You can register on the Region VII Virtual Academy website, https://sites.google.com/view/r7va/home.
Thank you,
The Wythe County School Board recognized Rural Retreat High School's track State Champions at the July 9, 2026 School Board Meeting.
Trey Ward won the 200m with a time of 22.66 seconds and the 4x100m Relay team (Brody Childers, Jake Rollyson, Chaz Penwright Jr. and Trey Ward) won with a time of 43.09 seconds, setting a new school record!
Congratulations and great job Indians!🏆
Trey Ward won the 200m with a time of 22.66 seconds and the 4x100m Relay team (Brody Childers, Jake Rollyson, Chaz Penwright Jr. and Trey Ward) won with a time of 43.09 seconds, setting a new school record!
Congratulations and great job Indians!🏆
2026-2027 WCPS Calendar
Dear Wythe County Families,
As I begin my first week serving as Superintendent of Wythe County Public Schools, I want to take a moment to introduce myself and thank you for the warm welcome I have already received. It is truly an honor and a privilege to lead in a division that has played such an important role in my own professional journey.
Wythe County Public Schools has long been known for its commitment to excellence, strong relationships, and opportunities that help every student succeed. I am grateful for the experiences that helped shape me as an educator and leader, and I am excited for the opportunity to serve the students, families, staff, and community that make this division so special.
As we prepare for an exciting school year, I look forward to working alongside our outstanding teachers and staff, our supportive School Board, our dedicated families, and our valued community partners. Together, we share a common goal: ensuring every student receives a high-quality education that prepares them for success, whether their future leads them to college, military service, technical training, or the workforce.
One of the greatest strengths of Wythe County Public Schools is the partnership between our schools, families, and community. Your support, encouragement, and involvement make a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. I look forward to getting to know many of you in the coming weeks and months as I visit schools and attend events.
While serving as Superintendent, I am committed to listening, learning, and leading with integrity. I believe our best work happens when we work together, always keeping students at the center of every decision we make. While we will continue to honor the traditions that have made Wythe County Public Schools strong, we will also embrace opportunities to help every student learn, grow, and thrive.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. I am excited for the year ahead and look forward to partnering with you as we continue building on the excellence of Wythe County Public Schools.
With appreciation,
Dr. Russell J. Street
Superintendent
Wythe County Public Schools
As I begin my first week serving as Superintendent of Wythe County Public Schools, I want to take a moment to introduce myself and thank you for the warm welcome I have already received. It is truly an honor and a privilege to lead in a division that has played such an important role in my own professional journey.
Wythe County Public Schools has long been known for its commitment to excellence, strong relationships, and opportunities that help every student succeed. I am grateful for the experiences that helped shape me as an educator and leader, and I am excited for the opportunity to serve the students, families, staff, and community that make this division so special.
As we prepare for an exciting school year, I look forward to working alongside our outstanding teachers and staff, our supportive School Board, our dedicated families, and our valued community partners. Together, we share a common goal: ensuring every student receives a high-quality education that prepares them for success, whether their future leads them to college, military service, technical training, or the workforce.
One of the greatest strengths of Wythe County Public Schools is the partnership between our schools, families, and community. Your support, encouragement, and involvement make a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. I look forward to getting to know many of you in the coming weeks and months as I visit schools and attend events.
While serving as Superintendent, I am committed to listening, learning, and leading with integrity. I believe our best work happens when we work together, always keeping students at the center of every decision we make. While we will continue to honor the traditions that have made Wythe County Public Schools strong, we will also embrace opportunities to help every student learn, grow, and thrive.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education. I am excited for the year ahead and look forward to partnering with you as we continue building on the excellence of Wythe County Public Schools.
With appreciation,
Dr. Russell J. Street
Superintendent
Wythe County Public Schools
Please be reminded that tomorrow is the last day of school. WCPS will have an early dismissal at 12:00. Please have a safe and happy summer.
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Congratulations to all our graduates this weekend! WCPS hopes you have a safe and happy weekend celebrating your accomplishments with your family and friends. Please be reminded that we are closed on Monday 5/25/2026 for Memorial Day.
