Measles is very contagious. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5 years of age. Serious complications include pneumonia and encephalitis. Certain groups are more likely to have serious complications from measles.
Vaccines provide the best protection against getting sick from measles.
Two doses of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) or measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (MMRV) vaccine provide the best protection against measles. Most people who are vaccinated with MMR & MMRV will be protected for life.
Measles spreads easily through the air, often from an infected person’s cough or sneeze. The virus can live for up to 2 hours in an airspace after an infected person leaves an area.
If someone breathes in contaminated air or touches contaminated surfaces and then touches their face (like their eyes, nose, or mouth), they could become infected. A person with measles can spread the virus to others starting 4 days before through 4 days after the rash or symptoms appear.
Symptoms usually appear in 7 to 14 days, but could be as long as 21 days, after exposure to someone who is infected.
Measles symptoms usually appear in 7 to 14 days, but could be as long as 21 days, after exposure to the virus.
Symptoms that may keep your child home include, but are not limited to:
A fever of 100.4°F or higher
Pink, red, or watery irritated eyes with or without drainage
Rash
Cough
Runny nose
Sore throat
https://www.wcsdpa.org/o/wcsd/page/measles
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/health/diseases-conditions/infectious-disease/measles
Attention WCSD Parents!
If you have not already completed your annual student update:
An email was sent this afternoon from noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com with quick and easy instructions. Letters with this information were mailed home earlier this summer.
Get started now by clicking here: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=46307&culture=en
It is extremely important that we have your most up-to-date information on file. This form is also needed so students can receive their iPads (K-5) or laptops (6-12).
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The day before school starts is a great time to slow down, prepare, and help children feel confident for the year ahead! 🍎📚
A calm and organized evening can make the first morning back much smoother for everyone.
A few simple ways to get ready for the first day:
🎒 Pack backpacks and lay out clothes for the morning
⏰ Set alarms and review the morning schedule
🥪 Prepare lunches or snacks ahead of time
📚 Talk positively about the new school year and goals
😴 Encourage an early bedtime to help students feel rested
❤️ Remind children that it’s normal to feel excited, nervous, or both!
Tomorrow begins a new year of learning, growth, friendships, and opportunities. Wishing all students, staff, and families a wonderful first day and a successful school year ahead!
The 2026-2027 Student Handbook has been posted on the District Website.
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Attention WCSD Parents!
Only one more week until school starts!
If your child will be enrolled in the Warren County School District in grades 1-12 for the 2026–2027 school year, you can avoid first-day paperwork by updating your student’s information electronically ahead of time!
An email was sent this morning from noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com with quick and easy instructions. Letters with this information were mailed home earlier this summer.
Get started now by clicking here: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=46307&culture=en
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly! #WCSD #BackToSchoolPrep #ParentReminder #20262027SchoolYear
As summer winds down, now is the perfect time to help children ease back into school routines! 📚⏰
Starting small adjustments before the first day of school can help students feel more rested, focused, and prepared for a successful transition back to the classroom.
A few helpful ways to get back on track:
🌙 Gradually move bedtime earlier each night
😴 Re-establish consistent sleep and wake-up routines
📵 Limit screen time before bed to support better sleep
🥞 Practice school-day morning routines, including breakfast and getting ready on time
🎒 Begin organizing school supplies, backpacks, and schedules
📚 Set aside quiet time each day for reading or learning activities
Getting back into a routine takes time, but small changes now can make those first weeks of school smoother and less stressful for the whole family!
🎲 Family Game Night: Make Math Fun! 🎯
Turn family game night into a math learning experience with games that reinforce key skills in a fun and engaging way!
Game Ideas:
• 🃏 WAR – A simple card game that builds number sense! Players compare two cards to determine which is greater than, less than, or equal to. Try a twist: each player flips two cards and adds or multiplies them before comparing!
• 🎲 Yahtzee – Strengthen addition skills as players roll dice and add up their totals. This game also introduces probability and strategic thinking as players decide where to place their scores.
• 🛝 Board Games (Candy Land, Chutes & Ladders, etc.) – These classic games build one-to-one correspondence, skip counting, and number recognition. Try counting spaces aloud or predicting how many moves are needed to reach the goal!
🎤 Make It More Fun:
• Math Challenge Mode – Before taking a turn, players solve a math problem to earn a roll or move!
• Custom Game Cards – Add your own math questions or challenges to any board game.
Family game night is a great way to reinforce math skills while making memories together!
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Attention WCSD Parents!
If your child will be enrolled in the Warren County School District in grades 1-12 for the 2026–2027 school year, you can avoid first-day paperwork by updating your student’s information electronically ahead of time!
An email was sent this morning from noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com with quick and easy instructions. Letters with this information was also be mailed home over a week ago.
Get started now by clicking here: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=46307&culture=en
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly! #WCSD #BackToSchoolPrep #ParentReminder #20262027SchoolYear
Want to find Little Free Libraries near you?
Get the Little Free Library mobile app (it’s free)! Get it in the App Store for iOS devices or the Google Play Store for Android devices.
The Little Free Library app makes it easy to find little library locations near you. You can get directions, create routes, save your favorites, and track the libraries you visit. If you’re a Little Free Library steward, there’s a section of the app that lets you edit your library’s listing in real time!
Little Free Library World Map - Little Free Library - https://littlefreelibrary.org/map/
The Warren County School District and ESS invite you to attend our Hiring Event!
We're looking for individuals interested in serving as substitute teachers or substitute support staff and making a positive impact in the lives of our students.
Date: Wednesday, August 12
Time: 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Warren County School District Central Office
6820 Market Street, Russell, PA
Come learn about available opportunities, the application process, and how you can join our team. We look forward to meeting you!
Attention WCSD Parents!
If your child will be enrolled in the Warren County School District in grades 1-12 for the 2026–2027 school year, you can avoid first-day paperwork by updating your student’s information electronically ahead of time!
An email was sent this afternoon from noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com with quick and easy instructions. Letters with this information will also be mailed home soon.
Get started now by clicking here: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=46307&culture=en
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly! #WCSD #BackToSchoolPrep #ParentReminder #20262027SchoolYear
Summer wellness is about more than staying busy — it’s about helping children stay active, healthy, and balanced while still enjoying all the fun the season brings! ☀️🌿
Simple daily activities can support physical health, emotional wellness, and family connection throughout the summer months.
A few easy ways to promote summer wellness:
🚲 Go for family walks, bike rides, or outdoor adventures
💧 Stay hydrated during hot summer days
😴 Keep consistent sleep routines when possible
📵 Take breaks from screens and spend time outside
🎨 Encourage creative activities like drawing, music, gardening, or reading
🧘 Practice quiet moments to relax, recharge, and reset
Small routines and healthy habits can help children return to school feeling refreshed, confident, and ready for a successful year ahead!
Attention WCSD Parents!
If your child will be enrolled in the Warren County School District in grades 1-12 for the 2026–2027 school year, you can avoid first-day paperwork by updating your student’s information electronically ahead of time!
An email was sent this morning from noreplyenrollment@powerschool.com with quick and easy instructions. Letters with this information will also be mailed home soon.
Get started now by clicking here: https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=46307&culture=en
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly! #WCSD #BackToSchoolPrep #ParentReminder #20262027SchoolYear
💦 Pool Noodle Place Value: Hands-On Math That Floats! 🔢
Turn colorful pool noodles into a fun, tactile tool for practicing place value, number building, and comparing numbers. This simple DIY activity works great indoors or outdoors, and it's perfect for reinforcing math skills in a playful way.
How to Set It Up:
1️⃣ Cut pool noodles into small pieces, about 2–3 inches wide.
2️⃣ Write digits (0–9) on each piece using a permanent marker. You can make several sets.
3️⃣ Use a broomstick, dowel rod, jump rope, or string as a “number line” or base to build multi-digit numbers.
Activity Ideas:
🔢 Build a Number
– Call out a number (e.g., 347) and have your child place the noodle digits to match each place:
3 = hundreds, 4 = tens, 7 = ones
– Talk about the value of each digit.
Each place has a purpose! Use the noodle digits to show how 3 stands for 300, 4 for 40, and 7 for 7. Together, they make 347!
⚖️ Compare Numbers
– Build two numbers side-by-side and ask:
“Which is greater?”
“Which number has more tens?”
“Which one is closer to 1,000?”
Math Skills Practiced:
✔️ Identifying digits and their values
✔️ Building and reading numbers
✔️ Comparing greater/less than
