Washington County Public Schools, GA

Congratulations to Aiden Watts, rising junior at Washington County High School, on being selected to serve on the Georgia High School Association Student Advisory Council for the 2026-27 school year!

This prestigious opportunity reflects Aiden’s leadership, character, and commitment to making a positive impact both in the classroom and through his many extracurricular activities. We are proud to see him represent Washington County and the Golden Hawks!

Join us in congratulating Aiden!

Thank you to the families who helped us kick off our Summer Reading Program this afternoon at Ridge Road! Your participation made our first event a wonderful success.

Join us again next Tuesday from 1:00-3:00 for more reading adventures and a fun hands-on activity!

The June Summer Reading Program at Ridge Road kicks off today! We encourage PreK-5th grade students to join us this afternoon from 1:00-3:00 in the Media Center. Both the RRPS and RRES main entrances will be open!

If your student is attending summer school, please review the drop off and pick up procedures for car riders. Remember that summer school for all K-12 is at T.J. Elder Middle School.

Washington County Board of Education Sale of Buses/Vehicles

The Washington Co. Board of Education has the following buses/vehicles for sale. These are sold as is with no warranty. The Buyer is responsible for payment in the form of cash or a cashier’s check made out to the Washington County Board of Education and removal of the bus/vehicle within 10 days of the award notice. Please bring your bid in a sealed envelope to the Board Office at 501 Industrial Drive, Sandersville, GA by June 12, 2026. The Board reserves the right to refuse any and all bids at their discretion.

VEHICLES
2007 White Ford Crown Victoria – 113,817 mileage – will crank, but then dies
2008 White Ford Crown Victoria – 86,248 mileage – will crank, but then dies

BUSES
2005 66 Passenger BlueBird #042 – drivable
2008 72 Passenger BlueBird #075 – must be towed
2011 72 Passenger BlueBird #116 – must be towed
2011 72 Passenger BlueBird #113 – must be towed
2012 72 Passenger BlueBird #121 – must be towed
2012 72 Passenger BlueBird #122 – must be towed

For further information, please contact Robert Ferebee at 478-552-3981, ext. 1222.

Summer Camps at Washington County High School start next week!

Basketball, tennis and dance camps are all next Tuesday-Thursday from 9:00-12:00 each day.

GoFan Link to Sign up!
https://gofan.co/app/school/GA19162

Summer Meal Program Information!

Meals are available both onsite and for pickup. See both flyers below for details.

The last few days we've proudly celebrated the incredible individuals whose dedication, service, and impact have helped shape generations of students and families across Washington County Public Schools.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Retirees:

📚 Ridge Road Primary
• Leigh Anne Pullen
• Cherry Rogers
• Felisa Cooper
• Karen Moye

📚 Ridge Road Elementary
• Paige Lacey
• Cheryl Talbott

📚 T. J. Elder Middle School
• Felicia Evans-Moss

📚 Washington County High School
• Amy Brown

📚 Board of Education
• Tamiko Watts

We would also like to extend a special recognition to Mr. Larry Warthen. Although not a direct employee of Washington County Public Schools, Larry is retiring after 41 years of unwavering dedication and service to Washington County High School. His impact and commitment to generations of students and the school community will always be appreciated.

Thank you all for the countless lives you have touched, the memories you have created, and the legacy you leave behind. Your dedication to education and to Washington County will never be forgotten.

Please help us wish each of them happiness, health, and blessings in this next chapter! 🎉👏

🌟Thursday, May 21 is the LAST Day of School! 🌟

Don't forget it's an early release day for all students! It's been an awesome school year and we hope everyone has a great summer. Don't forget our summer camp options and PreK-5 Summer Reading Program!