We would like to give a huge thank you to our school counselors for all they do for our students, families, and staff. Your guidance, support, and care make a difference every single day!
Dear Parent/Guardian of 12th grade WCCC students,
We are excited to share that your 12th grader has the opportunity to participate in the Pennsylvania Career and Technical Education (PA CTE) Assessments Study. Students will be asked to complete a survey about their experiences with CTE programs and exams at their school as well as their future education and work plans. Findings may shape programs and policies in Pennsylvania and across the country. This survey will be done February 17th-20th.
What You Need to Know:
No action is required if you consent to your child’s participation.
If you do not wish for your child to participate, please click the secure link provided below to access the Parent Permission Portal and submit your opt-out request within 3 days.
🔒 Your information is protected. The secure portal uses encryption to keep your and your child’s data safe. When you get to the site, select EN for English or ES for Spanish in the top left corner.
Click here:
https://studysense.rti.org/enroll/?pids=10de2cdc-3a02-431e-a7d2-df4e20d930bd&skipEnroll=true&skipParticipant=true&skipStudyInfo=true
If you have any questions or need assistance accessing the portal, please don’t hesitate to contact the study at pactecreds@rti.org.
For more information about the study and to view a description of the student survey click here: https://pactestudy.rti.org/
January has been an exciting and meaningful month across our schools, filled with learning, celebration, and community connection. Students showcased their skills and determination through events such as a math competition and school spelling bees, while others were recognized for their achievements as Students of the Month. Classrooms were buzzing with engagement as students used hands-on manipulatives in math and participated in enriching learning experiences.
Our schools also embraced the season with holiday concerts featuring choir, band, and orchestra performances, along with school spirit activities, classroom celebrations, holiday festivities, and a winter carnival that brought joy to students and staff alike. Beyond the classroom, students gained valuable insight into the real world as a local company visited to speak about entrepreneurship, and Career Center students participated in impactful experiences—from hands-on construction work at a local business, to continuing education with UPMC EMS Outreach, to leading a Santa Tree program that provided gifts to families in need.
In addition, students demonstrated leadership and service by participating in an All-County HEAL Club community event, and we proudly celebrated one of our educators who was selected as a Golden Apple Award winner. These moments reflect the hard work, creativity, and compassion that define our school community.
Be sure to check out the attached document for highlights from each of our schools. We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and families for making January such a positive start to the new year!
https://aptg.co/L7G0vv
How short videos keep kids hooked and 7 ways to help to help you understand why children are drawn to these videos and actionable suggestions to help you balance tech use.
Read this article to learn:
How viewing short video impacts concentration
Signs to watch for to identify unhealthy viewing habits
Seven ways to help your children build healthy online habits
Parents and Guardians,
Weather conditions are expected to change overnight, and tomorrow morning will be extremely cold. Warren County School District follows the National Weather Service Wind Chill Chart and will be monitoring conditions early in the morning to determine if a delay or closure is necessary.
At this time, forecasts indicate we will be right on the edge of the first wind chill zone—meaning it will be very cold, but not quite within the 30-minute frostbite threshold.
Please ensure your children are dressed appropriately for the weather, especially those waiting at bus stops or walking to school. In addition to warm winter clothing, it is strongly recommended that students wear gloves and a hat.
You can view the National Weather Service Wind Chill Chart here:
👉 https://www.weather.gov/safety/cold-wind-chill-chart
We appreciate your cooperation and will communicate promptly if conditions change.
Stay warm and safe.
— Warren County School District
Over the coming weeks, students will begin the scheduling process for the upcoming school year, starting with class meetings at school.
- Middle school students will have the opportunity to rank their preferred elective courses.
- High school students will complete course request sheets to indicate their course selections.
📘 Course Description Books can be found on the district website to help families review available options.
We encourage parents and guardians to take time to discuss course choices with their students so they can make thoughtful selections that align with their interests, goals, and future plans.
Did you know?
Each WCSD elementary school has its own weather station providing real-time local data! 🌦
Curious about today’s temperature, rainfall, or wind speed? You can check it anytime—and if you scroll down, you’ll find lots of interesting weather details for each site.
Access the stations in two ways:
✅ Visit Weather Underground using the links below
✅ Or go to www.wcsdpa.org → Schools → Select any elementary school → Click the Weather Station link at the top right of the page
Stay informed, explore the data, and see what our students use for hands-on science learning!
EES - https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KPARUSSE19
SAEMS - https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KPASHEFF4
WAEC - https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KPAWARRE79
YEMS - https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KPAYOUNG6
You will also learn how to:
Create a family tech agreement
Set up and sustain effective parental controls
Turn screen time into a time for meaningful connection with your child
https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/tech-tastic-tips-for-the-festive-season
