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The Wayne School of Technical Arts will hold an information session for current 5th grade students and their families. The first will be held February 4th in the Eastern Wayne Elementary cafeteria at 6 PM.
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Reminder: Wednesday, December 20, is an early release day for all WCPS students. All schools will dismiss two hours earlier than usual. Have a safe and happy Holiday break!
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Reminder: Wednesday, November 29, will be an early release day for most Traditional Calendar schools, Carver Heights Elementary, & Goldsboro High. WEMCHS, WSTA, & WSE will dismiss at their regular time. All other schools will dismiss 2-hours early. Please contact your child’s school if you need more information.
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Reminder: No school for students November 22-24. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
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Are you interested in becoming a school volunteer for the 2023-2024 school year? Apply today! Your involvement and volunteer support can have a direct impact on the learning experiences and opportunities for our students. https://www.waynecountyschools.org/o/wcps/page/become-a-volunteer
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Congratulations to all of the 2023 Southern Wayne High School graduates! We wish you the very best as you continue on to college, the military, and/or the workforce!
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Congratulations to Thurman Bunn for being named the WCPS 2022-2023 School Bus Driver of the Year!
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WCPS closed out its School Bus Driver Appreciation Luncheon by announcing its new 30 step salary scale for school bus drivers beginning July 1. The new starting salary is $16.17 per hour with drivers receiving annual pay increases. The district also presented a $500 appreciation bonus to bus drivers for their efforts to pick up extra routes and responsibilities this year due to driver vacancies. Thank you again for all that you do!!
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Congratulations to Kelly Core for receiving the WCPS 2022-2023 Technician Performance Award!
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Attention Parents Kindergarten Registration Week is underway! If you have a child that is a rising Kindergartener, we can't wait to welcome them to their new school! Learn more about how to register them for the 2023-2024 school year by clicking on: www.waynecountyschools.org/WelcomeKindergarteners.aspx
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