Mrs. Sims' 3rd grade class would like to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated to our civic responsibility project benefiting Nelson's Animal Retreat!

Thanks to your generosity, our class collected several bags of cat food and dog food along with toys, blankets, treats, collars, harnesses and other supplies for the animals.

We were also incredibly grateful to learn that someone generously made a $100 donation directly to Nelson's Animal Retreat in support of our project!

A special thank you to Tracy from Nelson's Animal Retreat for taking the time to talk with our class about the organization, the animals they help and the importance of their work. We truly appreciate her sharing her time and knowledge with our students and helping them better understand why giving back to their community matters.

Our students have loved seeing our community come together to support a great cause. Thank you to everyone who helped make our civic responsibility project such a success!
1 day ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Image of Mrs. Sims' students standing in the hallway in front of the tiger cub with food donations for the animal shelter
Mrs. Sims' class carrying animal food down the front sidewalk of the building.
Mrs. Sims' class carrying boxes and bags of animal food and toy donations down the front sidewalk
Mrs. Sims' class organizing dog and cat food along with treats and toys ub front of the tiger cub mural in the hallway.
Mrs. Sims' class standing behind the truck loaded with dog and cat food.
Mrs. Sims' class carrying large bags of cat and dog food out the front walkway of the school.
Parents & Guardians, We Need Your Voice!

You're invited to join us for our upcoming Local School Improvement Council (LSIC) Meeting on Tuesday, September 29 at 3:30 p.m.

The LSIC works to support our school and help guide decisions that impact student success. This is a great opportunity to share your ideas, suggestions, and concerns while learning more about the work being done to help our Tiger Cubs thrive.

Your input is valuable, and together we can continue building a strong school community where every student can succeed.

We hope you'll join us and help make a difference!

🐯 Wirt County Primary Center Parents - Your Voice Matters!
2 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Graphic inviting families to a Local School Improvement Council (LSIC) meeting. The graphic features the text: "You're Invited! LSIC - Local School Improvement Council." Meeting information states: "LSIC Meeting, September 29th, 3:30 p.m." Additional text explains that the LSIC meets regularly to support the school and promote student growth and success. A highlighted section reads, "Parents - Your Voice Matters!" and encourages parents to share ideas, suggestions, and concerns to help improve the school and learning environment. The graphic concludes with the messages, "We hope to see you there!" and "Together, we can make a difference!" Decorative elements include a calendar icon, a light bulb icon, heart accents, and a colorful school-community logo with the phrase "Stronger Schools. Brighter Futures." The design uses blue, pink, and yellow colors on a light background.
Wirt County Schools will be closed today, September 21st. This will be an AIT day. School offices and the board office will be closed.
3 days ago, John McKown
Wirt County Schools will be on a 3 hour delay today, September 21 due to flooding.
3 days ago, John McKown

Wirt County Primary Center Staff Spotlight

Please join us in congratulating two outstanding members of the Wirt County Primary Center family!

🍎 Tonja Carouthers has been recognized as our Teacher of the Month for August. Mrs. Carouthers is known for having a tender heart and caring deeply for her students while also maintaining high expectations that help them grow and succeed every day.

🐾 Edyie McVey has been selected as our Service Personnel of the Month for August. Mrs. McVey is always willing to lend a helping hand and is often the first to volunteer when staff members need support.

We are grateful for the dedication, kindness, and positive impact these individuals make in our school each day. Congratulations, Mrs. Carouthers and Mrs. McVey, on this well-deserved achievement!

6 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Photo of Tonja Carouthers, Wirt County Primary Center Teacher of the Month for August 2026
Photo of Eydie McVey, Service Personnel of the Month for August.
Capture the memories of the 2026-2027 school year with a Wirt County Primary Center yearbook!

Yearbooks are currently available to order through LifeTouch and will be available for purchase until April 16, 2027.

Yearbook Options
• Hardcover Yearbook: $26.50
• Softcover Yearbook: $22.00

Order Online: ybpay.lifetouch.com

Wirt County Primary Center Yearbook ID Code: 10706727

Don't miss the chance to preserve your Tiger Cub's special memories, friendships, and school experiences from this year!
7 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Colorful yearbook ordering graphic for Wirt County Primary Center featuring a smiling cartoon tiger cub holding a blue yearbook with a paw print on the cover. Large rainbow-colored text reads “Order Your Yearbook!” The graphic includes ordering information: order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com, Yearbook ID code 10706727, hardcover yearbook price $26.50, softcover yearbook price $22.00, and an order deadline of April 16, 2027. The design includes bright elementary school-themed colors, stars, and heart illustrations.
Congratulations to Our August Students of the Month!

Wirt County Primary Center is proud to recognize our outstanding August Students of the Month! These students have demonstrated excellent character, positive attitudes, and a commitment to learning during the first month of school.

PreK: Hazel Nichols
Kindergarten: Bleiz Freeland
1st Grade: Alex Shears
2nd Grade: Sarah Arnold
3rd Grade: Abilene Mullen
4th Grade: Haley Nuzum

We are so proud of each of these Tiger Cubs for setting a great example and making WCPC a wonderful place to learn and grow!

Please join us in congratulating our August Students of the Month! 👏🧡

Sarah Arnold, our 2nd Grade Student of the Month, is not pictured.
9 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Five Wirt County Primary Center students stand in a school hallway holding August 2026 Student of the Month certificates. The students pictured represent the PreK, kindergarten, 1st grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade recipients. Blue walls and classroom doors are visible in the background. The 2nd grade August Student of the Month, Sarah Arnold, is not pictured.
Photo of Haley Nuzum
Photo of Abiline Mullen
Photo of Sarah Arnold
Photo of Alex Shears
Photo of Bleiz Freeland
Photo of Hazel Nichols
Just a Few Minutes a Night Can Make a Big Difference!

Every day your child will be bringing home from school a short reading passage to read for 1 minute, 3 times each night, or a list of words to practice instead of a passage.

This quick and simple practice is one of the best ways to help young readers grow and become more confident readers!

Repeated reading helps students:

Build reading fluency
Increase confidence
Improve accuracy and comprehension
Strengthen vocabulary
Become stronger, more successful readers

The best part? It only takes a few minutes! R

Reading together each evening is a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with your child while supporting their learning. Your encouragement, praise, and attention can make a lasting impact on your child's reading success.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping your child develop a love of reading. Together, we can help every child become a confident reader! ❤️📖
10 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Colorful elementary reading-themed graphic titled "Read to Succeed." The graphic explains that students will either read a passage for one minute three times each night or read a list of words for practice. A large illustration shows an adult and a young child reading a book together at a table with books and school supplies nearby. The graphic highlights benefits including building reading fluency, confidence, accuracy, comprehension, and vocabulary. Bright school-themed colors and reading-related icons appear throughout the design. A message emphasizes that a few minutes of reading practice each night can help children become stronger, more confident readers.
More Book Fair Information for Parents and Guardians

Students in Kindergarten through 4th Grade will shop during their regularly scheduled library time next week. PreK classes will visit as teachers send students who bring money to shop.

Sending Money?
Please send money with your child on their shopping day. If there are specific items your child would like to purchase, include a note with the money.

Using Scholastic eWallet?
Please send a note to your child's teacher so staff knows your child is authorized to shop.

Make-Up Day
If your child is absent on their shopping day or forgets to bring money, Thursday, September 17, will be a make-up shopping day for PreK-4 students.

Shopping Schedule

Monday

Mrs. Dawson, 3rd Grade
Mrs. Carouthers, 2nd Grade
Mrs. Ellison, 4th Grade
Mrs. Wheeland, Kindergarten
Mrs. Tippett, 1st Grade

Tuesday

Mrs. Sims, 3rd Grade
Miss Tooker, 2nd Grade
Mrs. Shears, 4th Grade
Mrs. Robinson, Kindergarten
Mrs. Lowe, 1st Grade

Wednesday

Mrs. Roberts, 3rd Grade
Mrs. McKown, 2nd Grade
Mrs. Bell, 4th Grade
Mrs. Taberner, 2nd Grade
Mrs. Boone, 1st Grade

We can't wait to see our Tiger Cubs discover great books and build their home libraries. Happy reading! 📚🐯
13 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Colorful promotional graphic for the Wirt County Primary Center Book Fair. The image features a cartoon tiger cub sitting in front of library bookshelves and holding an open red book. At the top, text reads: “Wirt County Primary Center Book Fair” and “September 14-17.” Additional text states: “Kindergarten through 4th grades shop during their library time... Bring money on shopping day! eWallet accepted (send a note).” At the bottom, highlighted text reads: “September 17 - Make up shopping day.” The background includes bookshelves filled with books and decorative stars.
Tiger Cub families, our Scholastic Book Fair is coming next week!

Skip the cash and send your child shopping with an eWallet. Simply add funds online, and your student can shop for their favorite books with ease. 💳

Set up your eWallet and get all the Book Fair information here:

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/wirtcountyprimarycenter

Every book helps inspire a love of reading and that is what we are all about at WCPC!
13 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Phones at WCPC will be out for at least another couple of hours. If you need to contact the school, please call 304-377-1008.
14 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
If you can't reach us by phone this morning, please try after 9 a.m. when we anticipate our system being live again. We are having internet changes made this morning that may interrupt our schools' phone service. We will let you know if this changes. Sorry for any inconvenience.
14 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Our phones may be down intermittently this morning as work is being completed on our internet. If you cannot reach us, please try again after 9 a.m. We will let you know if there are any changes.
14 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Help Us Welcome Our New Assistant Principal!

Wirt County Primary Center is excited to welcome Mr. Matt Hayes as our new Assistant Principal!

Mr. Hayes joined our Tiger Cub family on Wednesday and brings valuable experience from his years as a teacher and Technology Integration Specialist at Wirt County High School, as well as previous work in Roane and Morgan Counties. He is passionate about helping every child learn and grow in a positive, supportive environment where students can develop the academic, social, and emotional skills needed for success.

Mr. Hayes believes that all children can achieve great things when surrounded by caring adults who encourage and support them along the way. When he is not at school, he enjoys sports, traveling, reading, and attending shows.

Please join us in giving Mr. Hayes a warm Wirt County Primary Center welcome! We are excited to have him as part of our Tiger Cub team and look forward to all the great things ahead. 🐯🧡
14 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A person wearing a dark suit, white shirt, yellow tie, and orange lanyard stands in front of a large Tiger Cub mascot graphic on a dark wall at Wirt County Primary Center. The mascot features an orange-and-white tiger cub with large eyes and an outstretched paw. The person is positioned beside the mascot and facing the camera.
PTO Meeting This Friday!

Wirt County Primary Center families and staff, we would love for you to join us for our next PTO meeting and next week at our Book Fair (approved volunteers, please)!

Friday, September 11, 2026
3:30 PM

We have exciting events to plan and fundraising ideas that help make Wirt County Primary Center an even better place for our students.

Our PTO is a wonderful group of dedicated volunteers and staff who work together to create opportunities, fun experiences, and lasting memories for our Tiger Cubs. Whether you can help a little or a lot, your ideas and support make a difference!

Help support our school.
Help support our students.
Help make our school community the best it can be!

We hope to see you there!
14 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Colorful PTO meeting promotional graphic with school-themed illustrations, hearts, confetti, and raised hands. Large text reads “Our PTO Puts the FUN in Fundraising!” and “PTO Meeting.” The graphic includes the meeting date and time: Friday, September 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM. Additional messages encourage families and staff to help plan events, support staff, raise funds for the school, and support students. The design emphasizes teamwork, community involvement, and school spirit.
A New Reading Adventure is Coming to Wirt County Primary Center!

We are excited to introduce Accelerated Reader (AR) to students & parents this school year!

Our goal isn't just to create great readers. It's to help students discover the joy of reading. And let's be honest... not everyone is going to become a book lover, and that's okay! 😊

What we do want is for every student to find books, stories, and articles that interest them. Whether it's dinosaurs, sports, animals, trucks, fairy tales, science, or silly adventures, students will have opportunities to choose reading materials that spark their curiosity and help make reading feel less like a school chore and more like an enjoyable experience.

Accelerated Reader encourages students to:

Choose books that interest them
Read independently at their own pace
Set goals and celebrate progress
Access the program both at school and at home
Take short quizzes to check understanding and earn recognition for their hard work

By allowing students to choose texts that match their interests and reading levels, we hope to encourage students to become independent readers away from school, while providing opportunities for teachers to monitor growth and celebrate their reading success.

We hope this new program helps our students begin, or continue, to discover how rewarding reading can be. We encourage families to talk with their children about what they're reading and celebrate their progress along the way!

Learn more about Accelerated Reader here: https://www.renaissance.com/products/practice-instruction/accelerated-reader/
15 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Announcement graphic for new Accelerated Reader program at WCPC. Four diverse elementary students sit together reading colorful books in front of a red schoolhouse with a sun overhead. Stars and decorative elements surround them. The headline reads 'NEW THIS YEAR! Accelerated Reader WCPC' with bullet points listing: Students read books of their choice, Students read at home or school, Teachers can see student progress and celebrate with their students, Students get the opportunity to read what they want for their own enjoyment. The tagline at bottom states 'Every Reader's Journey Matters!'" This alt text describes the visual elements, text content, and overall message of the image, making it accessible to users who rely on screen readers or other assistive technologies.
Our First Raffle Prize of the Year is HERE!

A LEGO Creator Cute Hamster with a Flower Set!

Want to know how students can earn a chance to win?

At Wirt County Primary Center, students earn LiveSchool points by being:

Engaged learners
Kind to others
Respectful
Goal-oriented

Students can then use their points to purchase special rewards such as:

Wearing a hat to school
Bringing a favorite stuffie to school
Sitting with a buddy at lunch
Buying raffle tickets...and much more!

Throughout the month, students can use their points to purchase raffle tickets. Then, at the end of the month, we'll draw a winning ticket for our monthly prize! 🎉

Parents and guardians, encourage your child to participate actively in class, work toward their goals, and show kindness and respect each day. Every positive choice can help earn points and rewards!

Who will be our first raffle winner of the year? Good luck, Tiger Cubs! 🐾
16 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Photograph of a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 building set box displayed on a blue surface. The set is LEGO Creator model 31376, "Cute Hamster with a Flower," recommended for ages 7 and up and containing 166 pieces. The front of the box shows a brown and white hamster holding a purple flower in a grassy setting with flowers in the background. Images on the right side of the box show two alternate builds: a small bird and a hedgehog. The LEGO logo and "Creator 3 in 1" branding are visible on the packaging.

Fall Picture Day is Tomorrow!

Wirt County Primary Center families, don't forget that Fall Picture Day is tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9, 2026!

Tonight is the perfect time to help your little ones get ready for their big smile:

Finalize those picture-perfect hairstyles
Pick out a favorite outfit
Practice those bright smiles
Don't forget any special accessories you or your child would like included

Our students are already adorable, but a little extra preparation can help them feel confident and ready to shine!

We can't wait to see all of those smiling faces tomorrow!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT6GRZ6W. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com

16 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Colorful elementary school-themed graphic announcing Fall Picture Day at Wirt County Primary Center. The image features smiling children in bright school clothes standing among autumn leaves with a large camera, pencils, crayons, and apples. Text on the image reads: “Fall Picture Day Tomorrow! Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Get Picture Perfect!” The overall design is cheerful, kid-friendly, and fall-themed.
REMEMBER! No School - Labor Day Holiday on Monday

Wirt County Schools will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7, 2026 in celebration of Labor Day!

Enjoy this well-deserved time off with your friends and family!

We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday celebrating all the hard-working citizens in our community.

See you back at school on Tuesday! 📚
20 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Vibrant cartoon illustration of diverse elementary school children and families celebrating Labor Day at an outdoor picnic. The scene shows children sitting on red and white checkered blankets enjoying food together, with American flags waving in the background. Autumn trees with orange and green leaves frame the scene, and a school building is visible in the distance. The atmosphere is joyful and festive with patriotic red, white, and blue decorations throughout.
Calling all future Tigers! The WCHS Cheerleaders are hosting a Youth Cheer Camp for students in 2nd through 6th grades! This is a fantastic opportunity for your child to learn stunts, skills, and cheers directly from the high school squad. Even better, campers will get to cheer with the team at the pregame during the Homecoming game on October 2! Here are the key details you need to know: Dates: September 28 & 29 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Cost: $40 per child Registration Deadline: Register by September 18 to guarantee a camp T-shirt! Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/WirtCheerCamp2026 For any questions or more information, please contact coaches Megan Bunner or Lori Enoch. Let’s get ready to show our Tiger pride! 🐯🐾
20 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
WCHS Cheer Youth Cheer Camp flyer.The flyer is orange, black, and white. It announces a cheer camp for 2nd through 6th graders on Sept. 28 & 29 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. The cost is $40 per child. Campers will learn stunts, skills, and cheers, and will perform at the Homecoming pregame on Oct. 2. Register via the attached Google Form by Sept. 18 to guarantee a shirt. For info, contact coaches Megan Bunner or Lori Enoch.