West Columbus

Here are some reminders for this week. Our Junior Class Ring Ceremony will take place on Tuesday at 10 am in the WCHS Auditorium. On Friday, our Beta Club Induction Ceremony will be held in the WCHS Auditorium and our Nursing Fundamentals class will host our Spring Blood Drive in the WCHS Gymnasium. The FFA Chapter Officer Meeting will also take place on Friday. On Monday, our Men's Tennis team begins its season as they travel to Whiteville High School for a doubleheader match. On Tuesday, our JV and Varsity Baseball teams host Fairmont High School, with a JV first pitch time of 4:00 pm. On Tuesday, our Varsity Softball team travels to Lake View High School, with first pitch scheduled for 5:30 pm. On Wednesday, our Varsity Baseball team hosts Jack Britt High School at 6:00 pm and our Men's Tennis team travels to South Columbus High School for a 4:00 pm match. On Friday, our JV and Varsity Baseball teams travel to Fairmont High School, with JV action beginning at 4:00 pm. Girl's Soccer practice begins at 3:30 pm on Monday at the Viking Soccer field. Please visit our school webpage and Facebook page for the latest activities and events at West Columbus High School. Thank you for your continued support!

March is Developmental Disabilities Month, and we invite you to join Columbus County Schools as we celebrate our first "Different Abilities Awareness Family Night". The event will take place on March 4, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm in the Media Center of Chadbourn Elementary School and is open to all parents and guardians. Organizations and agencies from across the state will be on campus to provide information on resources and services available to support individuals with disabilities and their families.

Here are some reminders for this week. The Columbus County Music Festival will take place on Tuesday at South Columbus High School. This free event begins at 6 pm. West Columbus High School hosts Battle of the Books on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. All county Elementary and Middle Schools will participate in this event. The WorkKeys makeup exam will be administered on Thursday. The Annual WCHS Black History Month Celebration will take place on Thursday; we will be on a modified schedule for this celebration. The Annual Justin Turbeville Scholarship Steak Plate Fundraiser will take place on Friday. All student-athletes are reminded that Baseball, Softball, Women's Soccer, and Men's Tennis practice will continue this week. Please visit our school webpage and Facebook page for the latest events and activities at West Columbus High School. Thank you for your continued support!

The Columbus County Schools Music Festival will take place on Tuesday, February 25th starting at 6PM at South Columbus High School. Admission is free.

Columbus County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students and staff on Friday, February 21, due to a cold weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service.

Columbus County Schools will conduct remote instruction on Thursday, February 20, for students and staff due to inclement weather. All after-school activities are canceled. Students should check Google Classroom in the morning for assignments and communicate via Remind with any questions.

Due to a Winter Weather Advisory, Columbus County Schools will release early at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, February 19th. Staff may leave once all buses have departed and all duties are complete.

All after-school activities for Wednesday, February 19th, have been cancelled.

Here are some reminders for this week. This week is National FFA Week, with a FFA Leadership Development Event at South Columbus High School on Thursday and the Annual Justin Turbeville Memorial Scholarship Steak Plate Fundraiser on Friday. The West Columbus High School JROTC Viking Battalion Raider Team is scheduled to compete at North Brunswick High School on Saturday. The Three Rivers Conference Basketball Tournament takes place this week with the Lady Vikings traveling to East Columbus and our Men's Team traveling to Whiteville on Tuesday. West Columbus High School will host the Conference Tournament semi-finals on Wednesday and Thursday and the Conference Championship games on Friday. The women's games begin at 6:00 pm and the men's games at 7:30 pm each evening. Only conference passes and NCHSAA passes will be honored at the gate for the Conference Tournament. Please visit our school webpage and Facebook page for the latest events and activities at West Columbus High School. Thank you for your continued support!

Friday, February 14th, is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students EXCEPT CCCA. CCCA WILL BE ON REGULAR SCHEDULE.

Here are some reminders for this week. On Tuesday, our FFA competes in the annual Gator Wars at Fuquay-Varina. Please be reminded that we will not be accepting any gift deliveries for students this week. There will be no school for students on Friday, February 14th, which is an Optional Teacher Workday. Our Viking basketball teams wrap up regular season play this week with a home games vs. Pender on Tuesday, away games at Trask on Wednesday, and home games vs. East Columbus on Friday. We will celebrate Senior Night on Friday vs. East Columbus. All games will tip off at 4:30 pm with our JV Boys. Practice will begin this week for our Baseball, Softball, Girls Soccer, and Track teams. All student-athletes are reminded that updated physicals and concussion documentation are required to participate in all sports. Please see your coaches or Athletic Director for documents. Please visit our school webpage and Facebook page for the latest activities and events at West Columbus High School. Thank you for your continued support and GO VIKINGS!

As part of National School Counseling Week, we are honored to recognize West Columbus High School Guidance Counselor Michele Haigler. For over forty years, Ms. Haigler has supported, encouraged, advised, inspired, and advocated for countless students at WCHS and beyond. Thank you, Ms. Haigler, for displaying unconditional dedication to our students each day!

Columbus County Schools Statement on Recent Changes to Federal Immigration Enforcement Columbus County Schools remains dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students and staff. We are aware of the concerns raised by recent changes in federal immigration enforcement policies within our community. Please be assured that we are actively addressing these concerns to ensure the well-being of our families. Our legal counsel has provided guidance, and our administrators have been trained on the appropriate steps to take in the event that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits one of our schools. We will adhere to these protocols to ensure full compliance with the legal requirements outlined in the guidance we’ve received. As of now, there have been no reports of any involvement from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within our schools. Columbus County Schools is fully committed to upholding federal laws while remaining dedicated to the students we serve, prioritizing a caring, safe, and inclusive school environment. As we continue to assess the implications of these changes in immigration enforcement, Columbus County Schools will maintain open communication with our parents, faculty, and staff. We greatly value the trust and support our community has in us, and we will remain committed to providing a safe, effective, and inclusive educational experience for every student. Declaración de las escuelas del condado de Columbus sobre cambios recientes en la aplicación federal de inmigración Las escuelas del condado de Columbus siguen comprometidas con fomentar un entorno seguro, inclusivo y de apoyo para todos los estudiantes y el personal. Somos conscientes de las inquietudes que han suscitado los cambios recientes en las políticas federales de aplicación de la ley de inmigración en nuestra comunidad. Tenga la seguridad de que estamos abordando activamente estas inquietudes para garantizar el bienestar de nuestras familias. Nuestro asesor legal nos ha brindado orientación y nuestros administradores han recibido capacitación sobre los pasos adecuados a seguir en caso de que el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) visite una de nuestras escuelas. Seguiremos estos protocolos para garantizar el pleno cumplimiento de los requisitos legales descritos en la orientación que hemos recibido. Hasta el momento, no ha habido informes de ninguna intervención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) en nuestras escuelas. Las escuelas del condado de Columbus están totalmente comprometidas con el cumplimiento de las leyes federales y, al mismo tiempo, siguen dedicadas a los estudiantes a los que servimos, priorizando un entorno escolar solidario, seguro e inclusivo. A medida que continuamos evaluando las implicaciones de estos cambios en la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración, las escuelas del condado de Columbus mantendrán una comunicación abierta con nuestros padres, profesores y personal. Valoramos enormemente la confianza y el apoyo que nuestra comunidad tiene en nosotros, y seguiremos comprometidos a brindar una experiencia educativa segura, eficaz e inclusiva para todos los estudiantes.

Here are some reminders for this week. On Thursday, our FFA travels to Raleigh for the FFA Truck and Tractor Competition. The FFA Southern Farm Show also takes place on Thursday. On Friday, there will be an FFA Officer Meeting. Senior Cap and Gown pictures will be taken on Friday by appointment. Seniors should contact Ms. Cavenaugh for more details. On Monday, our basketball teams travel to East Columbus; on Tuesday, our basketball teams host Trask, and on Friday, our teams travel to East Bladen, with our JV girls tipping off at 4:30 each afternoon . Please visit our school webpage and Facebook page for the latest events and activities at West Columbus High School. Thank you for your continued support and have a great evening!

Here are some reminders for this week. As we begin our second semester, we remain focused on the importance of every student attending school each day and reporting to school on time each day. With your help, we have made improvements in these areas. Parents and students are reminded that students are not permitted to leave campus and return to campus during the same instructional day. Exceptions include documented medical appointments, court appointments, and school functions. We encourage all parents to contact your student's teacher to stay informed regarding their progress in every class. West Columbus High School is dedicated to our partnership with parents to ensure our students are safe and successful. If your student is taking a college course with Southeastern Community College, we want to inform you about an important program called Inclusive Access. This program applies to select SCC courses and is designed to provide students with their required digital course materials on the very first day of class. Students are required to pay a fee for Inclusive Access. For courses using Inclusive Access, students will find all the information they need in their course on Rams Online under “Course Materials.” They can reach out to their instructor if they have questions or concerns. Thank you for supporting your student’s educational journey with SCC! Please feel free to contact West Columbus High School with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your continued support and have a great evening!

This is West Columbus High School calling with some reminders about this week's athletic schedule. On Wednesday, our basketball teams will host East Bladen, with our JV Girls tipping off at 4 pm. On Friday, our basketball teams host Whiteville High School, with JV Girls tipping off at 4 pm. Please be reminded that ticket sales will be limited and gates will close once all available tickets are sold. Spectators are also reminded that we adhere to all CCS policies, including our No Bag Policy and Spectator Seating Policy, to ensure a safe environment for supporting and celebrating our student-athletes and coaches. Thank you for your continued support of West Columbus High School!

This is a reminder that Columbus County Schools will be operating on a regular schedule for Monday, January 27th. However, we urge all parents, students, and staff to use caution while driving to school. Bus drivers will be taking extra care for safety, so pick-up times may vary. Please use the "Here Comes the Bus" app to track your bus in real-time. If there are any issues with road conditions that could impact safe travel, please contact your school's principal for further guidance. Safety is our top priority. Thank you, and stay safe!

The board recognized all art winners from the North Carolina Yam Festival at the December board meeting: Morgan Pridgen ADES Aylin Vega Carbajal ADES Grettel De La Cruz ADES Marlyn Sanchez ADES Jacey Sandlin ADES Dulce Gonzalez Gonzalez ADES Grace Watts CCCA Daisy Cribb CCCA Wesley Stewart CCCA Mckenna Ware-Rudnik ECJSHS Brittany Mitchell ECJSHS Illiany Hernandez ECJSHS Sophia Alverado Rivera ECJSHS Brittney Mitchell ECJSHS Brentley Wilson ECJSHS Angelly Nedelka De La Cruz Jimenez ECJSHS Milana Graham ECJSHS Luziana Cruz Perez ECJSHS Mya Jacobs HAES Aniyah Spaulding HAES McKenzie Gerald NMS India Sammons SCHS Alena Taylor SCHS Felix Castrejon-Baltazar SCHS Greenley Hardee SCHS Molly meares SCHS India Sammons SCHS Alena Taylor SCHS Greidys Avelino SCHS Devora Redondo TCS Andrea Powell TCS Mia Denton TCS Emmanuel Hernandez TCS Autumn Todd WCHS Samantha Strickland WCHS Nehemiah Williams WCHS Johnny Dominguez WTS Keylin Long WTS Julia Bailey WTS Mckenna Ward WTS Teachers Bre Giddings Jeff Rudnik Jennifer Sams Connie Faulk Princess Grantham Allison Ellis Amy Baker Kathy Trost Brittany Ward Myra Manness Whitney Hern Ashley Holmes

During a recent board meeting, the board recognized the Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation Bright Ideas Grant Recipients, presented by Dr. Dan Strickland and Mr. David Gore: Fred Mason-CCCA Constance Faulk-CCCA Malachi Cobb-ECJSHS Sharon Harris-ECJSHS Jeffrey Rudnik-ECJSHS Breanna Seckman-SCHS Cheryl Cartrette-SCHS Heather Herring-WCHS Erika Kinlaw-WCS Casie Hoffman-WTS Kathaleen Trost-WTS

On January 24th, Columbus County Schools will be conducting remote instruction. Students should log in to Google Classroom for details about the day’s lessons. If students or parents have questions about assignments, please contact teachers via email or Remind. Please note that all extracurricular activities, including after-school programs and sports, are postponed for the day. If you experience any technical issues, please email ccsupport@columbus.k12.nc.us or call 910-499-0080 for assistance. Thank you, and we hope everyone has a productive day of remote learning!