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Ware Shoals School District 51 This is the official page for Ware Shoals School District 51. Our district is committed to LEARNING, SERVING, and LEADING!

Social Media Guidelines: https://bit.ly/wssd51-social-media-guidelines Mission: The mission of WSSD51 is to be the educational leader for the total community, preparing all students to be productive, contributing, and successful members of society. Vision: Ware Shoals School District 51 is a district where students are meaningfully engaged in LEARNING in a safe, intellectually stimulating, and challenging environment, and students are well prepared for a variety of post-graduation options. Students find happiness and personal fulfillment in SERVING their school and community, using their talents and energy to make a positive difference in their own lives and the lives of others. Students are ethical and trustworthy, and they are committed and confident in LEADING themselves and others along the path of lifelong learning and continuous improvement. Social Media Use Guidelines: Ware Shoals School District 51 maintains the right to remove any and all comments that are considered vulgar or obscene, as well as comments that involve explicit language or personal attacks. Discriminatory comments pertaining to an individual’s race, religion, gender, ethnicity, creed, age, marital status, nationality, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability will be promptly removed from relevant social media posts. Ware Shoals School District 51 also reserves the right to remove comments believed to be spam, including links to other websites. Additionally, statements intended to endorse or advertise commercial products or services, statements that violate copyright or trademark regulations, statements advocating illegal activity, and statements exposing personally identifiable information are under the district's jurisdiction of removal. Messages sent to Ware Shoals School District 51 via social media may not be read and/or answered. To contact the district, please reach out through the contact methods listed at https://www.gwd51.org/.

⭐ Employee Spotlight: Kerri Pratt ⭐Today we are proud to recognize Kerri Pratt for her dedication to Ware Shoals High Sc...
10/29/2026

⭐ Employee Spotlight: Kerri Pratt ⭐

Today we are proud to recognize Kerri Pratt for her dedication to Ware Shoals High School and the impact she has made on generations of students. 📚💜 As a longtime history teacher, Mrs. Pratt has inspired countless students through her passion for learning and her commitment to education. Beyond the classroom, she plays an active role in many school traditions, including pageants and prom, while also supporting our student-athletes through school sports and her service as an officer of the Ware Shoals Athletic Association. As a proud Ware Shoals High School alumna, she continues to exemplify the strong connection between our school and community. 🐝💛

Thank you, Mrs. Pratt, for your dedication, service, and unwavering support of our students, school, and community.

🏃‍♂️🐝 Major Victories for Ware Shoals X-Country! 🐝🏃‍♂️Ware Shoals senior Braxton Brown added another chapter to an outst...
10/27/2026

🏃‍♂️🐝 Major Victories for Ware Shoals X-Country! 🐝🏃‍♂️
Ware Shoals senior Braxton Brown added another chapter to an outstanding athletics career by winning this weekend’s Region Championship and being recognized as the Region Male Athlete of the Year. The Hornets also placed two runners on the All-Region Team, with Braxton Brown and Jonathan Bustos finishing among the region's top 10 competitors.

These performances helped lead the Hornets to a 3rd-place finish in the region, adding a strong team result to an already impressive day of individual achievements. Congratulations to our runners and coaches on an outstanding day of competition! 💜💛

So proud of our WS Lady Hornets, who have punched their ticket to Branchville High for the second round of the playoffs—...
10/26/2026

So proud of our WS Lady Hornets, who have punched their ticket to Branchville High for the second round of the playoffs—an achievement that hasn’t occurred in over five years! This young, talented team continues to shine, and we pray for safe travels as they head to Branchville.

LET’S GO HORNETS! 🐝💜💛

Your lady Hornets are heading towards the coast for ROUND TWO OF PLAYOFFS!! Come out and support them! We need a loud crowd to help cheer them on to victory! 🏐 💜💛

🎺🥈 THE TRADITION CONTINUES! 🥈🎺The Ware Shoals High School Million Dollar Band added another proud chapter to its traditi...
10/25/2026

🎺🥈 THE TRADITION CONTINUES! 🥈🎺
The Ware Shoals High School Million Dollar Band added another proud chapter to its tradition of excellence today, earning the Silver Medal at the SCBDA Class 1A State Marching Band Finals!

After last year's historic return to the medalists’ podium, our students have built on that momentum with a second-place finish among South Carolina's top marching bands.

Our “Million Dollar Band” has long been a source of pride for our community, and this year's group continued that legacy with a performance that was only made possible by countless hours of hard work from the band’s students, staff, and supporters. Congratulations on this historic achievement!

💜💛 A Night of Fun, Family, and Fall Festivities! 🐝🍂 What a wonderful evening of family fun at the Ware Shoals Primary Sc...
10/24/2026

💜💛 A Night of Fun, Family, and Fall Festivities! 🐝

🍂 What a wonderful evening of family fun at the Ware Shoals Primary School Fall Festival! More than 200 students attended and enjoyed an evening filled with games, inflatables, face painting, a petting zoo, concessions, and more! 😊🎨🐐

We are appreciative of the parents, families, staff, and volunteers who helped make this event such a success and who continue to support opportunities that bring our school community together. Events like these help strengthen relationships between our schools and families while creating lasting memories for our students.

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🐝 WSH FFA OFFICERS VISIT INDIANAPOLIS FOR NATIONAL CONVENTION! 🌾Our Ware Shoals High School FFA officers are having an i...
10/23/2026

🐝 WSH FFA OFFICERS VISIT INDIANAPOLIS FOR NATIONAL CONVENTION! 🌾

Our Ware Shoals High School FFA officers are having an incredible experience at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis! From leadership development opportunities and engaging speakers to networking with fellow student leaders from across the United States, our students are making the most of this exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and lead.

We are proud of our Hornets for representing Ware Shoals School District 51 and taking advantage of experiences that will help shape their futures. We wish them safe travels as they return home tomorrow and appreciate Ms. Allie Camak, our FFA sponsor, for overseeing this trip.

GO HORNETS! 💜💛

🐝 More Hornets Are Soaring! District Celebrates Growth in Junior Scholars! 🐝Congratulations to our Ware Shoals Middle Sc...
10/23/2026

🐝 More Hornets Are Soaring! District Celebrates Growth in Junior Scholars! 🐝

Congratulations to our Ware Shoals Middle School students who have met the qualifying criteria to apply for the Junior Scholars Program! We are proud to celebrate the growing number of students demonstrating academic excellence and reaching new heights.

Great Schools. Great Students. A Promising Future!

💜💛 GO HORNETS! 💜💛

Another great night to be a Hornet! 🏐💜💛 Congratulations to our volleyball team on the WIN, and thank you to our coaches,...
10/22/2026

Another great night to be a Hornet! 🏐💜💛 Congratulations to our volleyball team on the WIN, and thank you to our coaches, families, fans, and community for showing your support! 🐝�

🎓 RECORD-BREAKING RESULTS! 🎓Ware Shoals High School’s Class of 2026 achieved a nearly 90% on-time graduation rate, surpa...
10/22/2026

🎓 RECORD-BREAKING RESULTS! 🎓
Ware Shoals High School’s Class of 2026 achieved a nearly 90% on-time graduation rate, surpassing the state average and setting the highest graduation rate in district history!

This outstanding accomplishment was recognized by State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver and reflects the hard work of our students, the dedication of our faculty and staff, and the support of our families and community.

Congratulations, Hornets! 🐝🎉

During last night’s Board meeting, the Centennial Planning Committee was recognized by our Board of Trustees for their o...
10/20/2026

During last night’s Board meeting, the Centennial Planning Committee was recognized by our Board of Trustees for their outstanding work in celebrating Ware Shoals High School’s 100th anniversary!

For over 18 months, this dedicated committee worked tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience for alumni, including some who had not returned to Ware Shoals in more than 60 years. From reconnecting with classmates and touring the school to participating in numerous alumni-focused activities throughout the week, the Centennial Celebration provided countless opportunities to relive cherished memories and celebrate the rich tradition of Ware Shoals High School.

Please join us in expressing our appreciation to this incredible group of people! We would also love to hear from you: What was your favorite part of the Centennial Celebration? Share your favorite memories in the comments below!

Pictured from left to right: Board of Trustees representative Rodney Free, followed by committee members Katie Pulley, Maria Tyre, Bob Drake, Zell Skinner, Carol Golden, Faye Branyon, and Daniel Crockett. Bryan Ross, also a committee member, is missing from the first photo.

Thank you to this outstanding team along with our sponsors for helping make this historic celebration one to remember! 💜💛

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