Williamsburg-James City County Schools

The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, signaling the colonies' freedom from Great Britain. Join WJCC Schools as we celebrate and reflect on our rights, freedoms, and responsibilities. #WeAreWJCC Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g9KWqgx

We invite local businesses to submit their proposals for volunteer opportunities during our Give Back Week (July 23 - 25). This is a chance for our staff and leaders to give back to the community that supports us every day. To submit, go to https://lnkd.in/g9N7tZGZ. Submission forms must be completed online no later than Sunday, June 30, 2024. #WeAreWJCC

Scavenger hunts, Math, and Computer Sci, oh my! The third day of Camp GPS wrapped up yesterday with our elementary and high school educators. What a fantastic week! #WeAreWJCC

Day two of Camp GPS is off to a great start this morning! Today's K-5 educator session covers the English-Language Arts curriculum and instructional collaboration and planning! #WeAreWJCC

Camp GPS (Grow. Plan. Support.) kicked off today for our returning educators! The purpose of this three-day workshop is to proactively provide our educators with instructional resources and strategies, and dedicated collaborative planning time. Their day was filled with enriching discussion, teamwork, and fun! #WeAreWJCC

Join WJCC Schools as we recognize, reflect on, and celebrate Juneteenth, the effective end of slavery in the United States. Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865 to announce the end of the Civil War and the freedom of enslaved people. Also known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth became an official federal holiday in 2021. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g4EX_uUD #WeAreWJCC

Calling all passionate, caring, and collaborative professionals! Come to our job fair at Warhill High School on Monday, June 24, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Onsite interviews are available for qualified candidates. Join us and bring along your family, friends, and neighbors! Review openings and apply today at https://lnkd.in/eYJwPMjF. #WeAreWJCC

It is our honor to have presented Matoaka's Mr. John Spence with a Hero of Hope award for his tireless dedication to serving our students! His nominator shared, "You don't have to execute some grand gesture to be a hero. You can save someone or change someone's life just by showing up everyday and pouring your positive energy into them so they believe they matter...this is just who John Spence is!" Congratulations, Mr. Spence! #WeAreWJCC

ICYMI: In addition to opportunities to volunteer or share a future Family Academy topic, WJCC Schools invites staff, parents, and community members to apply for the Family Life Education Community Involvement Team. Complete the online form no later than 4pm on June 10. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dh3ghJny. #WeAreWJCC

Yesterday evening, we celebrated this year's class of retirees. We are very grateful for their years service in our division and we wish them all the best in this next chapter! 🥳 #WeAreWJCC