Due to the number of positive COVID-19 cases in Ware County and the surrounding area, the Ware County School System will adopt a hybrid instructional model from Tuesday, September 7, 2021 through Thursday, October 7, 2021. Students will attend school face-to-face two days a week and will receive assignments to complete at home the remainder of the week. This model... READ MORE >
At the September 2021 Board Meeting, all schools in the Ware County School System were recognized as “Accredited with Quality”. Administrators received a certificate from the Georgia Accrediting Commission. Pictured L-R: Supt. Bert Smith - Ware County Schools, Dr. Tyrone Kellogg - Ware County High School, Dr. Shawn Benefield - Ware County Middle School, David Hitt... READ MORE >
Due to the current pandemic, we are not hosting any meetings in person. Instead, we would like to invite you to view our Annual Title I Parent Meeting on September 21, 2021. A link to the presentation and feedback form will be available at that time. We look forward to partnering with you this school year and appreciate your input. Go Gators! READ MORE >
Our Mobile Meals service will begin Thursday, August 19 and run Monday through Thursday, ending September 2. An extra meal will be provided in the Thursday bag to cover Friday's meals. Simply visit the meal site that is most convenient for you. See the graphic for more information. READ MORE >
Due to a sharp increase in the number of active positive COVID cases reported among students and staff members as well as the number of individuals who are currently quarantined, the Ware County School System will temporarily cease daily operations for traditional and digital students and most staff members through Friday, August 27, 2021. Staff members who are... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Early Release on Friday, August 13, 2021 for deep cleaning of all school system facilities. DAFFODIL Pre-K will dismiss at 11:30am, and elementary schools will dismiss at 12:00pm. All high school students and Ware County students attending Harrell Learning Center will release at 12:30pm. Both middle schools and the Central... READ MORE >
Good Morning Gator Nation! Hope you are all having a fabulous day!! We are having an AR Fundraiser. It was just approved last night! We are selling shirts designed by the very talented Coach Hinely. 100% of our profit will go towards AR incentives. Shop below with this link. Selling starts now through September 30th. They will be delivered here October 7th! ... READ MORE >
Starting this school year, we will be using the Livingtree Engage platform across all of our schools. Livingtree Engage is a private and secure community for families and teachers to work together in support of better learning outcomes for students. Families can depend on Livingtree as their primary form of communication with their child’s teacher and school, as it... READ MORE >
This school year, parents will have the opportunity to purchase an insurance policy covering their child's Chromebook for a one-time payment of $22. The policy covers both home and school usage from the first day of school to the last and can help protect you from having to pay for accidental damage, cracked screens, liquid submersion, fire, flood, loss, or theft.... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools will have Open House on Monday, August 2, 2021. Families are invited to meet our staff, tour the school, and get important information to help make the 2021-2022 school year a success. We will offer a staggered schedule again for this year's event to help make it easier for parents who have children in multiple schools to visit each one. Pre-K... READ MORE >
As announced previously, we are returning to a more traditional calendar and school day schedule for the upcoming school year. You can locate the start time and end time for each school on the graphic as well as find out what time the doors open. We hope that sharing this information early will help you begin to plan for the upcoming school year. READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is pleased to release its Opening Plan for the 2021-2022 School Year. The document provides details on the safety measures we will take and describes the face-to-face and digital instructional options we will offer during the upcoming school year. Please visit https://5il.co/ulcf to access the document. If you have questions, contact... READ MORE >
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Applications are now being received to participate in Digital Learning for the 2021-2022 school year. The Ware County School System will partner with a third-party company to administer the digital learning plan. Parents/guardians wishing to enroll their child in digital learning must complete the application, located at http://bit.ly/WCSDigLearnAppSY22, in order... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is excited to announce new school hours for the 2021-2022 school year. The times listed reflect typical school hours pre-COVID. We hope that sharing this information early will help you plan for the next school year. DAFFODIL Pre-K 7:30am - 2:15pmElementary Schools 7:30am - 2:30pmMiddle Schools 7:50am - 3:30pmHigh School 8:15am - 3:15pm READ MORE >
The Ware County School System is pleased to offer a Digital Learning instructional option for SY21-22. Digital Learning will look completely different from this year's format. A Guidelines and Expectations document can be located at https://5il.co/sjlk, and a video narrated by Dr. Sonya Bennett can be accessed by clicking HERE. Please review the document and then... READ MORE >
Attention Families: At the April 2021 Board Meeting, changes to the 2021-2022 school calendar were approved. Please see below for an explanation of the changes. 1) Fall Break for students will remain October 8-12, 2022. However, the Professional Learning Day for staff members has been moved from Friday, October 8 to Tuesday, October 12. This change does not... READ MORE >
It’s Exceptional Children’s Week, and we are celebrating by showcasing the artistic talents of our students. Check out their submissions at the 2021 Virtually You Art Show link! READ MORE >
The Ware County School System announces dates for End of Course (High School) and End of Grade (Grades 3 - 8) Milestones testing for the 2020-2021 school year.Digital Learners must test at the school to which their student is assigned, NOT the school where their teacher is assigned.Please contact your child's school if you have questions. Additional information... READ MORE >
YOU'RE INVITED! Ware County Middle School invites you to participate in the Title I Stakeholder Input Program Evaluation Meeting We will discuss the current Title I Plan, Parent Engagement Plan, School Parent Compact, and Title I 1% Set Aside Money. We need your help to design effective strategies that will support our students in academic... READ MORE >
Author Larry Purdom recently visited Ware County Middle and Waycross Middle schools to present a copy of Volumes 1, 2, and 3 of "By the Way, It Happened in Waycross", a collection of local history, stories, and photography he co-authored with the late Joe Ballentine. Ware County Schools Board Member Edward (Buster) Tyre, a former social studies teacher in the... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools is proud to recognize the following students as district winners in the Young Georiga Authors writing contest: Kindergarten - Waresboro Elementary - Annaleigh C. - "The Lost Horse" 1st grade - Waresboro Elementary - Kaden K. - "Smoke the Bare" 2nd grade - Ruskin Elementary - Bayla G. - "Locker Monster" 3rd grade - Wacona Elementary - Vivian... READ MORE >
We have received updated information regarding the impact of the storm system moving across our area today; hail, wind gusts up to 60mph, and possible tornadic activity is most likely to occur during the timeframe our buses will be transporting students home. State law prevents school buses from operating when winds are in excess of 30mph. All Ware County Schools... READ MORE >
Ware County Families, Spring Break begins three weeks from today! This year, our Spring Break runs longer than one week, so we want to ensure families are reminded of that change and have plenty of time to make any childcare arrangements needed. Spring Break for students will be Thursday, April 1 - Friday, April 9. April 1 is a Professional Learning Day for Staff... READ MORE >
If you know a family in need, please pass this information on. READ MORE >
Attention Families of Current 8th Grade Students: Please check out the graphic for information about upcoming high school registration dates. Visit https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/o/ware-county-high-school for information and email 2021Registration@ware.k12.ga.us if you have questions. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the following students for winning the district level Fair Bear Writing Contest, sponsored by the Georgia National Fair. Their entries will be sent to Perry, GA, where they will compete with 4th - 6th grade students from across the state of Georgia for top honors. This year's contest theme was "Fair Bear Launches Into Space". Students were... READ MORE >
8th grade students, are you interested in being on the Dance, Flag, or Majorette line for the 2021-2022 marching season? If so, come audition and be part of the Golden Gator Band! For more information, visit http://bit.ly/WCHSBANDAUX. To sign up for auditions, complete the form at http://bit.ly/wchsauxiliaries. READ MORE >
The 2021 Georgia Department of Education Annual Parent Satisfaction Survey is nowopen for all parents with students in Ware County Schools who have anIndividualized Education Plan (IEP). Each year, Georgia is required to conduct aparent survey to determine parents’ perception of the success of parentengagement between the local schools and themselves. By completing... READ MORE >
The Ware County Schools district spelling bee was held today, and school winners from across the district competed to determine who will represent Ware County in the regional bee February 27th. Abby T. from Waresboro Elementary was the winner, correctly spelling "snorkels" and "lullaby", and Brianna V. from Ruskin Elementary was the first runner-up. Other... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2021. All schools and the Central Office will be closed. READ MORE >
School resumes for traditional and digital students on Monday, January 11th. Our start and end times will remain the same as the first semester. If you have questions or need assistance, please call or email your child’s school or email feedback@ware.k12.ga.us. Someone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to seeing your child either in person or online on... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will hold a called meeting Friday, January 8th at 1:30. The public is invited to view the live stream at https://youtu.be/Dk0319qrZRg. READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will hold a Called Board Meeting on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 10:00am. The public may view the live stream by clicking the link below. READ MORE >
Over the course of the break, school system officials have remained in contact with local health officials and monitored COVID case counts. Out of an abundance of caution, Ware County Schools will delay reopening for students until Monday, January 11, 2021. System employees only will report to work onsite the week of January 4 – 8. All athletic events and... READ MORE >
Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases among staff members, bus drivers, and students, Tuesday, December the 15th will be the last instructional day of the first semester for all elementary and middle school students. High school students who must take finals will report to school on Wednesday, December 16th for a half-day. Bus transportation to and from the high school... READ MORE >
Attention Parents and Students: Due to the influx of positive COVID-19 cases within our Ware County Schools Transportation Department, there is a possibility that your child's bus will be late for pick up and drop off for the remainder of this week. We urge you to have your student at their stop on time each day. If your student is under the age of 9 years old, it... READ MORE >
At the December Board Meeting, Board Chairman Dee Meadows and Superintendent Bert Smith recognized two board members who did not seek re-election and are rotating off the board at the end of this month. Mrs. Oneida Oliver-Sanders served 16 years, and Mr. Franklin Pinckney, Sr. served 20 years. The Ware County School System is grateful for their leadership and... READ MORE >
Click the link to check out the CTAE Gator Futures Fall Newsletter: https://my.flipbookpdf.net/CeZY5. Hats off to our FBLA Team, especially instructor Lauren Carter and student Maria M., for their hard work in getting the newsletter published. READ MORE >
Friday, November 20th, will be a Staff Work Day. There will be no school for students. The purpose of the Staff Work Day is to complete a deep cleaning throughout school campuses and buses prior to the Thanksgiving Break. Please make note of this change to the calendar. Thank you! READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will operate under a normal schedule December 7th - 18th, with the 18th being an Early Release Day. A copy of the updated calendar in list and block format is available under the Menu section of our website at www.ware.k12.ga.us. READ MORE >
Congratulations to Rebecca Thrift, the classified Golden Achievement Award winner for the month of October. Dr. Shawn Benefield, her principal, shared the following while presenting the award:“This person saw a need and took on the role of secretary before actually having the position. She selflessly offered her assistance during her downtime. Her consistent... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Christiane Henderson, the certified Golden Achievement Award winner for the month of October. Dr. Shawn Benefield, her principal, shared the following while presenting the award:“The certified person receiving the Golden Achievement Award for Ware Middle is very hard working and always willing to go beyond the expectations that have been set. She... READ MORE >
The 2020-2021 Ware County Schools calendar has been through several revisions since its initial release. You can always find a copy of the current calendar on our system website under the Menu or by visiting https://5il.co/bb0j. We'd like to take a moment to remind our students, staff, and families that the day before Thanksgiving Break (Friday, Nov. 20th) is not... READ MORE >
The Ware County Academic Boosters Club was unable to hold the End of Year Awards Ceremony due to COVID-19 restrictions. It is with great honor that we recognize students for their outstanding accomplishments for the 2019-2020 School Year. High Point Trophy Winners Ware County High School-Anne L. Ware County Middle School-Cason Z. ... READ MORE >
Don't forget! Friday, October 30th is a Professional Learning Day. School will not be in session for traditional or digital students that day. READ MORE >
Reminder: School is out for students Friday, October 9th and Monday, October 12th for Fall Break. Staff will have Fall Break October 12th only. School resumes on a regular schedule Tuesday, October 13th. Enjoy a well-deserved break! READ MORE >
2020 Homecoming dress up days. Your ballot to vote for Homecoming queen is coming soon. READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education voted to revise the 2020-2021 school calendar again at the October 1st called board meeting, adding 3 additional professional learning days on October 30th, February 12th, and April 1st. School will not be in session for digital or traditional students on these dates. The revised calendar is pictured below and can also be located... READ MORE >
The Ware County Schools Board of Education will hold a called meeting Thursday, October 1st at 9:30am. The public is invited to watch the live stream or recording at the link provided. READ MORE >
Don't forget! October 2nd and 9th, 2020 are Professional Learning Days. Students will not report either day. Monday, October 12th is Fall Break for both students and staff members. READ MORE >
Don't forget! October 2nd and 9th, 2020 are Professional Learning Days. Students will not report either day. Monday, October 12th is Fall Break for both students and staff members. READ MORE >
Congratulations to our 2020 Homecoming Representatives READ MORE >
Make sure to mark your calendars for homecoming on October 15, 2020. Students will vote on homecoming court soon. READ MORE >
Here's some contact information you may find helpful for questions about Chromebooks or Internet access. Chromebook For: All Ware County students whose parents complete the Technology Device Check-Out Form For troubleshooting: Contact the student's school media specialist via phone or email Internet Options 1) Jetpack For: Digital students only (families... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education has tabled its decision on the recently-announced face covering mandate until its next meeting, scheduled for September 15th, unless there is a called meeting prior to that date. Until then, the current face covering procedure will stand. That is, face coverings (including masks, gaiters, and face shields) are strongly encouraged... READ MORE >
In an effort to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the Ware County School System is issuing a mandatory cloth face covering requirement for all students, staff members, and visitors. This action will take effect Monday, August 24, 2020 and is based on recommendations from the CDC, the Office of Governor Brian Kemp, the Georgia Department of... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools announces the launch of our new online registration process for parents of new students for the 2020-2021 school year. Parents may register online OR by obtaining a paper application, which is available at your child’s school. To register online, please visit www.ware.k12.ga.us and locate the Online Registration and Census Verification link... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System has been notified that several staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Per our established protocol, all areas of the building that the individuals used were closed off to allow custodial staff to thoroughly clean and disinfect the spaces. All individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 are required to quarantine and will... READ MORE >
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Our Virtual Open House websites are now available for you to view at your convenience! You will find introductory videos for your child’s teacher and school supply lists. Some schools also included a teacher syllabus, information for joining the class on Remind, and tips for what to expect as students return to class on August 17th to kickoff the new school... READ MORE >
Have you heard the news? All Ware County Schools will have different school hours next year! DAFFODIL Pre-K: 7:30am - 12:30pmAll Elementary Schools: 8:00am - 2:00pmBoth Middle Schools: 8:30am - 2:30pmHigh School: 9:00am - 3:00pmCar-riders may be dropped off up to 30 minutes before school starts. We are still working on bus routes as well as pick-up and drop-off... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians who have requested Digital Learning must complete a Digital Learning Application for each K-12 child in order to be accepted into the digital learning program. Pre-K students may sign up for Digital Learning by contacting DAFFODIL Pre-K directly. The Digital Learning Application must be completed by the parent/guardian and is due no later than... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System archives and stores special education records from the Department of Special Education for a limited time according to the Common Records Retention Schedule for school systems under the Georgia Archives University System of Georgia. All special education records for students who have graduated and/or who have turned 22 years of age are... READ MORE >
A revised 2020-2021 WCS Calendar has been approved by the Ware County Board of Education. The block and list formats are available at the links. Key changes/features to note include:1. There are 20 professional learning days, 170 instructional days (82 in fall semester and 88 in spring semester), and a traditional semester break in December. 2. There will be 14... READ MORE >
Ware Middle invites you to our Title I Stakeholder Input Meeting for FY21. The purpose of this meeting is to evaluate our current parent & family engagement policies, activities, and Title I plan. This meeting will provide parents/stakeholders with an opportunity to give input for the upcoming school year. We will be available for input from 11:00 to 1:00 on... READ MORE >
Dear Ware County Schools Families: We would appreciate your input as we make plans to reopen our campuses for the 2020-2021 school year. Your responses will help guide our planning as we design teaching and learning to meet our students’ needs and ensure that students and staff have healthy learning and working environments. We understand that every family has... READ MORE >
We are now accepting registration for new students for the 2020-2021 school year! Please visit https://www.ware.k12.ga.us/o/w... for more information about the registration process. READ MORE >
Parents and Staff Members:If you haven’t already, please respond to the 2020 Census by the end of the school year. In less than 10 minutes, you can help ensure that we receive our share of funding for our students that will last a decade. We are eight weeks into data collection for the 2020 U.S. Census, and the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) leadership... READ MORE >
COVID-19 has taken over the news in recent months, but there is another very important thing happening in the year 2020: the census! It isn't too late to fill out your household information. Did you know that the data from the census every 10 years decides funding for Title I allocations? Head Start dollars? School Nutrition support? Special Education... READ MORE >
Dear Waycross/Ware County Community, I would like to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who has stepped up over the past few weeks to support the students, staff, and families of the Ware County School District. It has been extremely encouraging to see our residents, businesses, and organizations come together during this time of crisis. Even while our... READ MORE >
Supplemental work packets, designed to help students retain the knowledge they have learned and prevent deficits when school resumes, are now available. Please complete the form at www.tinyurl.com/supplementalpacket to request one via email. You may also pick up a hard copy packet at any of our school feeding program sites beginning Monday, April 20th. READ MORE >
Click or copy and paste the link to watch a video message from Supt. Bert Smith and Board Chairman Dee Meadows. https://youtu.be/BjeaMR-1p-k READ MORE >
3/31/2020 2:20pm District and school administrators held a virtual meeting this morning to discuss the system's instructional plan moving forward, report cards, promotion/retention policies, end of year activities, and our projected return to school date. Instructional Plan: Due to the lack of WiFi and device accessibility in all homes, the Ware County School... READ MORE >
All school facilities are closed to the public at this time. Playground equipment, gates, and other high-touch public areas are not being sanitized on a daily basis during the school closure in order to preserve cleaning supplies and manpower for other critical areas. Please do not use these areas during the school closure. We want all of our families to stay healthy! READ MORE >
An Important Message from Supt. Bert Smith 3/26/2020 1:00pm We have just received information from Governor Brian Kemp that all Georgia schools will remain closed through April 24. If your child’s homeroom teacher has not reached out to you, please call your child’s school between 9:00 am and 11:00 am Friday morning, March 27. Central office staff and... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will stream its Called Meeting March 26th at 6:00pm at https://youtu.be/kXhAzHh-nQk. All interested parties are invited to tune in. READ MORE >
Please visit https://5il.co/e43t for a special video message from Supt. Bert Smith. READ MORE >
The CDC has released new tips to keep children healthy while school is out. You can check them out at https://www.cdc.gov/coronav…/2019-ncov/prepare/children.html. The sooner everyone follows these guidelines, the sooner we can get back to normal. We miss our students! READ MORE >
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM STATE SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT RICHARD WOODS:Superintendent Woods suspends state testing administration, accountability requirements; other COVID-19 updatesMarch 16, 2020 – As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and many public schools are closed to ensure the safety of students and staff, State School Superintendent Richard Woods is suspending... READ MORE >
If your child did not attend school and you would like to receive a work packet via email, please complete the form located at https://tinyurl.com/WorkPacketRequest. You will need a valid email address in order to take advantage of this option. Thank you! READ MORE >
AN UPDATE FROM SUPT. BERT SMITH 3/15/2020 4:25pm All Ware County Schools will be in session Monday, March 16th. We will close Tuesday, March 17th and remain closed through Spring Break, which ends Friday, April 10th. We understand the impact of this decision on our community and have chosen this option to provide our families time to prepare for the extended... READ MORE >
At this time, we anticipate all Ware County Schools remaining open to staff and students the week of March 16th. As the coronavirus pandemic is a rapidly-changing event, we will continue to monitor the situation over the weekend and will make a final announcement about the status of schools on Sunday, March 15th, around 4pm. We will use our call-out system,... READ MORE >
An update from the Ware County School System: 3/12/2020 at 7:55pm Earlier today, the Georgia High School Association announced that they recommend all member schools suspend spring sports activities until further notice. Based on that guidance, the Ware County Board of Education will suspend all sporting and fine arts competitions at the middle and high school... READ MORE >
3/12/2020 12:20pm Out of an abundance of caution and in consideration of the safety of our students, staff, and community members, all locally planned or sponsored Ware County School System activities taking place through this weekend (March 15, 2020) will be cancelled due to concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19. SCHOOL WILL STILL BE IN SESSION. We will... READ MORE >
March 4, 2020 Dear Parents and Guardians, The recent news regarding COVID-19, or what's being called the coronavirus, has understandably caused concern, so I want to take a moment to reassure you of the steps we are taking within the district to counteract the spread of illness. The health and well-being of our students and the learning environment is... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School is hosting a community mentoring program which allows students in the program to meet with an adult from the community on a monthly basis. On Friday, January 31st, students participated in an etiquette training taught by Ms. Marian Solomon-Gaines. The mentees had an opportunity to practice their dining etiquette skills by enjoying a meal... READ MORE >
Gator Prep Zone (high school registration for rising 9th graders and their parent/guardian/caregiver) will be held Tuesday, March 3rd in the Ware County High School Performing Arts Center. Two sessions will be offered for your convenience at 5:00pm or 6:00pm. Students will complete and submit their registration form, learn about course requirements for graduation,... READ MORE >
Ware County Schools will observe Winter Break Monday and Tuesday, February 17-18, 2020. School will resume Wednesday, February 19th. We will NOT have an Early Release schedule on Friday, February 14th as we typically do prior to other scheduled breaks. We hope you enjoy the long weekend! READ MORE >
Milestone Manía!!! Lunes Febrero 24, 2020 a las 6:00pm. Ubicación: Cena en el Gator Baiter/Fosteen's Diner Presentación e información en el gimnasio y el auditorio. READ MORE >
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All Ware County schools will be in session on Friday, February 7, 2020. Severe weather in our area is expected to clear out overnight. We look forward to seeing all students and staff at school Friday morning. Thank you! READ MORE >
Superintendent Bert Smith has announced that all Ware County Schools and the Central Office will observe an early release schedule on Thursday, February 6th after receiving new information regarding the threat of severe weather conditions Thursday afternoon. All after school activities will also be cancelled. The Ware County Learning Center will dismiss at 11:00... READ MORE >
Please come out to support our beautiful girls as they vie for the crown and title of Ware County Jr. Miss 2020. READ MORE >
If you are the parent/guardian of a Ware County Schools student who receives special education services, please take a moment to complete the Parent Satisfaction Survey administered by the Georgia Department of Education. The Parent Satisfaction Survey helps the state determine parents' perception of the success of parent engagement between the local school and... READ MORE >
Do you know how to spell “ascribe”? WCMS sixth grader Chrishaud B. does, and that won him the title of Ware County Schools Spelling Bee Champion! Kent H., an 8th grader from Waycross Middle School, is first runner-up. Chrishaud will advance to the regional tournament to be held in February, with Kent serving as the alternate in the event that Chrishaud is unable... READ MORE >
The Ware County Middle School Robogators robotics team has gotten off to an amazing start this season, winning top awards at all three competitions they have attended. On November 2nd, the team attended the NCSS VEX IQ Middle School November Qualifier in Covington. Team C won first place in the Teamwork Champion Award, and Team A placed second in that category. ... READ MORE >
Friday, Dec. 20th is an Early Release Day! READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School FFA members presented their projects at the December school board meeting. We are very proud of Zoe C., Lindsay C., Maddox L., and Caidyn G.’s achievements! READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School takes great pleasure in nominating Alicia Thornton for the classified Golden Achievement Award. She comes to work each day ready to tackle whatever tasks that may come her way. Although it is often messy, she never complains about cleaning up after each event. Appearance is very important to our athletic program staff members, and Ms.... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School takes great pleasure in nominating Jessica Carter for the certified Golden Achievement Award. Mrs. Carter is known as someone who is always ready to lend a helping hand. She goes over and beyond to make sure new and aspiring teachers are well-trained, and she models best practice lessons for her colleagues. Mrs. Carter is the National... READ MORE >
The public is invited to attend the 3rd Annual Southeast Georgia First Lego League Robotics Tournament hosted by the Ware County School District STEM Department at the Waycross Middle School gym on Saturday, December 14th. Thirteen teams of ten students in 4th-8th grade will be competing from the following counties: Tift, Camden, Clinch, Pierce, Toombs (Vidalia... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School FFA traveled to Ocilla, Georgia on November 12 to participate in the South Region FFA Fall Career Development Events (CDE's). Maddox L., Abbigail P., Amberly P. and Tessa H. participated in the Region Livestock Evaluation CDE and placed 12th overall. These students evaluated hogs, cattle, sheep and goats using selection methods based on... READ MORE >
Happy Thanksgiving from the Ware County Schools Family to yours! Friday, Nov. 22nd is an Early Release Day, followed by Thanksgiving Holidays the week of Nov. 25th. School will resume Monday, Dec. 2nd. We hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday! READ MORE >
Friday, Nov. 22nd is an Early Release Day! READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 Ware County Schools calendars at the November board meeting. The 2020-2021 calendar can be found at https://5il.co/bb0j, and the 2021-2022 is available for viewing at https://5il.co/bb0u. READ MORE >
Progress Reports will be sent home to all students on Thursday, Nov. 14th. Please check your child's backpack. Thank you! READ MORE >
Ware County Schools administrators representing every school were recognized at the October board meeting with a certificate acknowledging “Accreditation with Quality” from the Georgia Accrediting Commission, Inc. READ MORE >
Members of the Ware County Schools transportation staff were recognized at the October Board Meeting for Bus Driver Appreciation Week, which is Oct. 21-25, 2019. We ❤️ our transportation staff! Please let them know how much you appreciate the valuable service they provide. READ MORE >
Members of the Ware County Schools transportation staff were recognized at the October Board Meeting for Bus Driver Appreciation Week, which is Oct. 21-25, 2019. We ❤️ our transportation staff! Please let them know how much you appreciate the valuable service they provide. READ MORE >
Friday, Oct. 11th is a professional learning day for staff members; students will not come to school. We will observe Fall Break Oct. 14th - 18th. Students will return to school Monday, Oct. 21st. We hope you enjoy Fall Break! READ MORE >
Report Cards will be issued October 10th. Please sign and return it to your child's teacher. READ MORE >
Stay safe during your break. READ MORE >
World Day of Bullying prevention. READ MORE >
Whether you cheer for the Waycross Bulldogs or Georgia Bulldogs, Sunset T's has you covered with unique spirit gear designed by Waycross Middle School 8th grader Lauren M! Shop at this link through October 4th to support the Waycross Middle School Student Council: https://stores.sunsetts.com/waycross_middle_student_council/shop/home. Bulldog gear will be available... READ MORE >
Sunset T’s is offering online shopping for all of your Gator Gear needs! Orders are due Sept. 30th and can be picked up from Kim Callahan at Ware County High School during school hours October 9th-11th. Shop and pay right from the ease of your computer at https://stores.sunsetts.com/ware_county_high_school/shop/home! GOOOOO GATORS!! READ MORE >
Newspaper Article NOTICE OF TITLE I PARENT MEETING Parents and all stakeholders of Ware County Middle School are invited to attend the Annual Title I Parent Meeting on Tuesday, September 24th. For you convenience, we will provide two opportunities to meet. Please attend either the 8:00 AM meeting in room 601 or the meeting held at 6:30 PM in the Ware County... READ MORE >
School resumes for all students and staff Friday, September 6th. Progress reports will be issued Monday, September 9th. READ MORE >
The latest track and timeline suggests that we will begin feeling the effects of Hurricane Dorian late Wednesday into early Thursday morning. Winds are expected to gust up to 50mph with sustained winds less than 39mph and rain accumulations less than 1.5in. All Ware County schools and the Central Office will remain closed on Thursday, September 5th. Staff members... READ MORE >
Due to Hurricane Dorian’s potential impact on portions of coastal Georgia, select Ware County Schools facilities will be in use as staging points or shelter for those under mandatory evacuation orders. At this time, all Ware County schools will be closed to students Tuesday and Wednesday. The current projected track suggests associated wind and rain may... READ MORE >
An Important Message from Supt. Smith9/1/199:05pmThe impact of Hurricane Dorian on our area is still unknown at this time. School officials are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to collaborate with EMA and public safety officials to make informed decisions. An official statement regarding the status of schools will be made early in the day on... READ MORE >
All Ware County schools and the Central Office will be closed Monday, September 2nd for the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, September 3rd. At this time, it is unknown how Hurricane Dorian may affect our community. System administrators will meet with our local emergency management officials Tuesday morning, when more information is available, to... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce the kick off our "Together, we're better!" series of daily tips designed to strengthen the parent/child and parent/school relationship. Look for daily tips coming your way beginning Monday, August 26th. They will be posted on our district and school websites in the Live Feed section as well as on our Facebook page. We look forward to... READ MORE >
WCMS invites you to Curriculum Night READ MORE >
We’ve completed our first full week of classes for the 2019-2020 school year! Take some time to talk with your child about how his or her school year is going so far. Here are some questions to jumpstart the conversation so it doesn’t stall with the grunt parents often get when they ask, “How was your day?” See more at... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Due to the increasing amount of students who are car riders, Ware County Middle School is changing the location of the car rider line beginning 8/12/2019. We ask that you enter the auditorium parking lot as usual and follow the traffic flow. You will NOT be able to turn left on Cherokee Street after you pick up your child. Two lanes of traffic will... READ MORE >
Dr. Mondeshia Shawnte’ (Shawn) Benefield is a native of Waycross and the daughter of the late Leon Reid and Gloria Reid. She has been married to Isaac Benefield III for 21 years. They have three amazing children. One daughter, Aliyah, and two sons, Dallas and Uriah. She has been employed by the Ware County Board of Education for over twenty years. She started her... READ MORE >
13 Tips for Success From a Middle School Principal Parents and students might find this article useful as they transition to the Middle School. https://www.scholastic.com/parents/school-success/school-involvement/13-tips-success-middle-school-principal.html READ MORE >
Car rider information. If you need more assistance, please contact the school at 287-2341. Pick up is in the front of the school and at the tennis courts starting at 3:15. READ MORE >
Morning drop off information for all car riders. Please contact the school if you need more information. READ MORE >
School starts for Ware County Schools on August 1, 2019 READ MORE >
The 7th and 8th grade supply list for all students returning to WCMS in 2019 READ MORE >
The 6th grade supply list for all upcoming 6th graders. READ MORE >
Please get your 7th grade students vaccinated before returning to school in 2019. Please help us to keep all our students and staff safe. READ MORE >
Vaccinate your 7th graders before school starts in August. Help us keep all students and classrooms safe in 2019. READ MORE >
Attention all 6th graders and their parents. We need your attendance at Camp Gator. IMPORTANT ADDITIONS: 1) Bring your cell phone or electronic device 2) Lunch will be provided for students READ MORE >
Check out the latest edition of the CTAE Gator Futures newsletter. Our students had an incredible school year, and we have much to celebrate! READ MORE >
The Ware County School District is proud to announce the achievement and status of the Georgia School Boards Association’s (GSBA) 2019 Exemplary School Board recognition. The recognition program is designed to showcase best practices in school governance and leadership. GSBA recognizes good school board governance to foster educational community cultures in... READ MORE >
Join us for 2019 Camp Gator. Hope to see everyone there. READ MORE >
An Important Announcement from Superintendent Jim L. LeBrun and Ware County Schools Chief of the Department of Public Safety Danny Christmas: Earlier this school year, the Ware County School System implemented security checkpoints at Memorial Stadium. Please be advised that security screenings will be in force at all gates prior to and during this Saturday's... READ MORE >
Over Spring Break, eight members of Ware County Middle School’s Robotics (ROBOGATORS) traveled to Council Bluff’s Iowa to compete in the Create U.S. Open Nationals (teams C and Y) . The students competed with teams from all over the United States as well as with other nations. The students were able to work in an alliance with teams from China, Hawaii, Canada, and... READ MORE >
HONORS DAY SCHEDULE6th Grade-- Wednesday, May 22, 2019CABS Academy--Tuesday, May 21, 2019LIFE Academy--Monday, May 20, 2019 READ MORE >
Two teams of students from Ware County Middle School traveled to Macon, GA to compete at the Georgia State Student Technology Competition. Winning 1st place in the 5th and 6th grade Robotics competition were Evan P. and Cody G. Maddox G.and Connor C. took home first place honors in Robotics for the 7th and 8th grade competition. All four young men will be... READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education has selected Mr. Bert Smith as the sole finalist to fill the position of Superintendent of Ware County Schools. As prescribed by Georgia law, the school board will allow 14 days for public input. Official action will be taken at the May 23rd called meeting at 10:00am to move Mr. Smith from Principal at Ware County High School to... READ MORE >
The Ware County High School Gator Baseball Camp, designed for students ages 5-12, will be held May 30th and 31st from 9:00am - 12:00pm at Ware County High School. See details in the flyer. To register, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/yyr2lr5u. Contact Coach Jamie Ammons at jammons@ware.k12.ga.us if you have any questions. GOOOOO GATORS!! READ MORE >
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After considering input from school administrators, parents, and community stakeholders, Ware County School System board members opted to discontinue the clear or mesh backpack requirement for the 2019-2020 school year. The decision was announced at the April 25th board meeting. Students may revert to using backpacks constructed of standard canvas material. Rolling... READ MORE >
An account has been created at Ameris Bank to assist the Buck Thigpen Family due to the recent storm that destroyed their home. Donations can be made at either bank location: 2110 Memorial Drive or 505 Haines Avenue. Pictured left to right: Buck, Chael, and Heather Thigpen READ MORE >
Due to the enhanced chance of high winds, tornadic activity, downed trees, and power outages, all Ware County Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019. Staff will not be required to report. Safety remains our top priority. READ MORE >
The following students participated in Solo and Ensemble this past Saturday at Ware County High School. Front Row: 6th Graders- Gavin B., Jackson H., Shyanne L., Gracie C. Back Row: 8th Graders- Maddie P., Gabby H., Holly L., Gabby R. They performed various duets for music judges and each group scored a SUPERIOR rating! They have worked very hard for this and will... READ MORE >
Over Spring Break, eight members of Ware County Middle School’s Robotics (ROBOGATORS) traveled to Council Bluff’s Iowa to compete in the Create U.S. Open Nationals (teams C and Y) . The students competed with teams from all over the United States as well as with other nations. The students were able to work in an alliance with teams from China, Hawaii, Canada, and... READ MORE >
WCMS will be recognizing Erin's Law on Friday, April 19, 2019. Wear TEAL to show your support. For more information, visit http://www.erinslaw.org READ MORE >
You don’t want to miss the 1st annual Ware County High School Talent Show, happening April 25th at 6:30pm. Tickets are available for $2 pre-sale during all lunches or for $5 at the door. The talent show is sponsored by BETA Club; funds raised from the show will go towards reducing the expenses of 8 students who are going to BETA Nationals in Oklahoma City. The... READ MORE >
Mark your calendar to come see WCHS Gator Productions present “Shrek The Musical” April 18th, 19th, and 20th at the Performing Arts Center. Tickets will be available at the door. You don’t want to miss it! READ MORE >
Students who plan to participate in an extra-curricular activity during the 2019-2020 school year are required to have a physical on file. The school system will offer FREE physicals on Thursday, April 11th from 6:00 - 8:00pm in the Ware County High School gymnasium.Parents/guardians who are not able to bring their children at that time may have the physical... READ MORE >
The Ware County School System will observe Spring Break April 1 - 5, 2019. Students will be released early on Friday, March 29th. Buses will release at the following times:Ware County Learning Center - 11:00AMDAFFODIL Pre-K - 11:30AMCenter Elementary School - 11:45AMAll other Elementary Schools - 12:00PMWare County High School - 12:30PMWare County Middle School... READ MORE >
Registration for STEM Camp for students who have finished 1st - 7th grades by June 1, 2019 is now open. Check the flyers for more information. READ MORE >
Check out the latest edition of the Gator Futures newsletter featuring information about our CTAE programs! READ MORE >
Tryouts for Marjorette, Color Guard and Dance are coming soon. READ MORE >
Additional points of contact include: Heather Thomas: WaresboroBreanna Dixon: WaresboroBrittany Chaney: WaresboroRenee Vickers: WCHS Cindy Thrift: Waresboro READ MORE >
The Ware County Board of Education will meet in a Called Meeting on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. to discuss personnel items and any other miscellaneous items. The meeting will take place at 1301 Bailey Street. The public is invited. The meeting agenda is posted prior to the meeting and the minutes are posted as well on the system web page at... READ MORE >
These students attend the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA), Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE) at Wayne County High School and scored ALL SUPERIOR RATINGS on their stage performance, as well as a SUPERIOR RATING in Sight-Reading! These students have received the top scores at both concert performances this semester. READ MORE >
The Georgia Milestones Assessment System (Georgia Milestones or GMAS) is a all-inclusive cumulative assessment spanning grades 3 through high school. It measures how well students are mastering the state-adopted content standards in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. All students at WCMS will take this end-of-grade assessment in... READ MORE >
Area superintendents and the Executive Director of Okefenokee RESA met with various legislators, the Lt. Governor, and other state dignitaries under the Gold Dome on Monday, March 4th to discuss important educational issues and pending legislation. They are pictured here on the interior steps of the Capitol. READ MORE >
Gator Prep ZoneHIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION for 8th GRADE STUDENTSand Parents/Legal Guardians/Care-GiversDate: March 19, 2019 Ware County High School Performing Arts CenterTime: FIRST presentation to begin @ 5 pm A Second presentation will begin @ 6PM READ MORE >
On Friday, February 15th, Gov. Brian Kemp signed his first piece of legislation into law. Senate Bill (SB) 25 specifies when traffic should stop for school buses that are loading or unloading passengers. SB 25 reverses last year’s House Bill (HB) 978, which allowed oncoming traffic to continue on a four-lane divided highway if there was a painted turn lane dividing... READ MORE >
Dallas B.--6th GradeWare County Middle School Spelling Bee Winner (Dec. 2018) Ware County School System Spelling Bee: 2nd Place READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians looking to apply for Intradistrict Transfer to a different school within the district for the 2019-2020 school year must complete this form and submit it to the Ware County Board of Education by 4:30pm on Feb. 28th. https://5il.co/6evj READ MORE >
Willow D., a fifth grader at Wacona Elementary School, has won the district spelling bee and will advance to the regional tournament to be held later this month; the winning word was candidate. Sixth grader Dallas B., from Ware County Middle School, is first runner-up and will serve as the alternate in the event Willow is unable to compete. All contestants... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School is launching their new website in February. Keep up to date on all news and information READ MORE >
The Georgia Deparment of Education's Parent Satisfaction Survey for parents/guardians whose children receive Special Education Services is now open. The survey helps the state determine perceptions of the success of parent engagement efforts. The survey will remain open through May 31st. Please click the link to access the survey. NOTE: This survey is only for... READ MORE >
More than 100 elementary and middle school VEX IQ Challenge students and mentors from around Central and Southeast Georgia will unite at Ware County Middle School on February 2nd for the VEX IQ Challenge. The action-packed event will feature more than 15 teams who will collaborate with other schools in a series of back-to-back robot challenges, made possible by... READ MORE >
On January 9, over 8000 genetically improved pine seedlings were planted on approximately 12 acres at Ware County High School. The trees were planted on land that is part of the renovated school forest plot, a site that will be used to teach students many concepts related to forestry science and management. The entire planting process was accomplished with the... READ MORE >
Dallas B. (left) is the Ware County Middle School Spelling Bee Champion and will go on to compete at the District Spelling Bee in February. Clayton L.. (right) is the runner-up. Congratulations to these fine scholars! Dr. Darlene Tanner is the principal at WCMS. READ MORE >
A Christmas ornament designed by 8th grade Ware County Middle School student Andi H. has been sent to Georgia's School Superintendent Richard Woods. Andi created the design in response to Woods' invitation to design an ornament to go on the Christmas tree in his office at the Twin Towers in Atlanta, GA. The design was painted on an egg grown on her family farm.... READ MORE >
Several Ware County Middle School students placed in the Ware County Technology Competition held Saturday, December 1st at Waycross Middle School, Student projects included 3D Modeling, Robotics, Digital Photo Production, Animation, Graphic Design, Digital Game Design, and Video Production. Students will go on to compete in the regional technology competition to be... READ MORE >
Students enrolled in Mrs. Amanda Dial's art class at Ware County Middle School were selected to put their art on display at Memorial Satilla Health Hospital. The artists, shown proudly displaying their creations, include (front row, left to right) Ashlynn M., Bailey B., Dennise G., Kaleigh J., Elayna C., Alyssa C., Lillian G., (back row, left to right) Brian W.,... READ MORE >
Twenty one Ware Middle chorus students were selected to attend Joyful Noise Festival Honor Choir this year in Jekyll Island. Each student passed a rigorous sight-reading audition in order to attend. Choral Director Terri Parker traveled with the select choral students to Jekyll Island on November 2nd and November 3rd. Carole Parker was selected to accompany the... READ MORE >
Eleven WCMS students entered the Arts & Crafts Youth Division at the annual Okefenokee Agricultural Fair. Students were awarded ribbons and cash prizes by the local Exchange Club. Carrie Vanderver with the Ware County Extension assisted with entry registration and art work displays. In addition to winning the art category, Jake C. won the Youth Division Grand... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle School Choral Director Miss Terri Parker celebrated with seven chorus students who passed the first round of GMEA All-State Chorus auditions. This is a considerable increase in the number of passing students; last year, only two students passed the first round. The representatives for Ware County Middle School Chorus include: Lilly G., Holly L.... READ MORE >
James Willis, area manager for Georgia Power in Waycross, recently presented a check to Superintendent Jim LeBrun in support of the REACH Georgia Scholars program. REACH Georgia is a needs-based scholarship program that pairs middle school students (scholars) with mentors and coaches who work with the scholars to prepare them from college and careers. REACH stands... READ MORE >
Ware County Middle FFA had an awesome showing,= at the annual Waycross Fair FFA Contest Events. The Environmental Natural Resource (ENR) Team placed 2nd overall in their competition. The team consisted of (from left) Gavin C., Lane S., Landon D. & Garrett C. Students in the ENR competition must identify animals, trees and equipment associated with the area of... READ MORE >
The Ware County Middle School Robotics Team competed in Covington, GA, in their first VEX IQ Next Level Robotics Competition of the school year. The ROBOGATORS brought home three trophies, and two of the six competing teams qualified for the state VEX IQ Middle School Championship. The competition was fierce, as thirty-seven robot teams competed in autonomous robot... READ MORE >