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Soccer players huddled before game begins!

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WWHS At A Glance

  • 548 Students in 9th-12th grades
  • 77 Employees 39 classroom teachers
  • 92.3% graduation rate in 2024-2025
  • 51% of Juniors and Seniors enrolled in 22 CCP Courses in 2025-2026
  • 2 Former Presidents Gerald Ford and Barack Obama have visited our campus

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WCS Christmas Card Contest

Wilkes County Schools is hosting a holiday art contest for all WCS students! One winner will be selected from each of the three categories: elementary, middle, and high school. The winning artwork will be used as the official district Christmas card for 2026! All submissions are due on Friday, November 13th, by 5 PM. Click the headline of this article for the official rules and additional information. Good luck to all!
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Public Library Student Accounts

Our district partners with the public library to give every student free access to thousands of digital books. Learn how your child is automatically enrolled, or how to opt out, by clicking the headline above.
Directions for the Wilkes County Youth Survey listed below.

Wilkes County Youth Survey

Thank you to everyone supporting the Substance Free Futures Initiative! The Wilkes County Youth Survey will be available to students in grades 7-13. Parent/guardian consent is required before a student can participate. Click the headline above for additional information.
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2027 Cap & Gown Information

It's time to start planning for Graduation! Cap & Gown ordering is now available online at www.HJCharlotte.com. Senior gear, Senior jewelry, and School Custom Announcements are available also. Make sure to place your orders by December 31st to ensure on time delivery.
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GearUp Family Day

Appalachian State - Saturday, September 26, 2026 -10:30AM-2:00PM - Current 10th grade students, you're invited! Bring your family to learn about resources, tour the campus with current college students, get inspired by America's #1 Youth Motivator, and enjoy an all-you-can-eat lunch in the campus dining hall. Click the heading to register by Friday, September 4.
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Welcome to West Wilkes High School

Our mission at West Wilkes High School is to motivate, support, and prepare all students to reach their fullest potential.