I am honored to serve as your principal for the 2025-2026 school year, following three years as your assistant principal. My vision is for West Wilkes to be a place where every student can learn, compete, and grow. I want each of you to take pride in yourselves, in our school, and in your role as students, athletes, and community members. I expect you to give maximum effort in all you do. Our teachers and staff are dedicated to helping you succeed and will work with you to find pathways to your goals. While our primary mission is to ensure you graduate, we also aim to provide opportunities for all of our Blackhawks to grow as leaders, thinkers, and contributors to our community. West Wilkes has a proud tradition of alumni who have achieved great success - and there is nothing standing in the way of you becoming part of that legacy except your own attitude and work ethic. 

My goal is to motivate, support, and prepare you for a successful future. Let’s make this year one of growth, achievement, and pride.

Mr. Prouty