West Carroll Elementary Hosts Math Carnival for Family Engagement
West Carroll Elementary School turned math into a night of fun and excitement during its Math Carnival held on March 31, 2026. With a lively carnival theme, the event brought together students and their families for an evening focused on learning and community engagement.
The event took place at the Town of Trezevant’s walking track, where families enjoyed a variety of interactive activities. Students began the evening by visiting math stations tailored to their grade levels, solving problems that challenged their skills while reinforcing classroom learning.
After completing the math activities, students were rewarded with a range of carnival-style games, including giant Connect 4, Plinko, tic-tac-toe, ring toss, and more. The fun continued with face painting and classic treats such as hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn.
Sixth-grade teacher Shanna Pafford shared her enthusiasm for the event, saying, “It was wonderful to see our students excited about math and enjoying time with their families. Events like this help show that learning can be fun, engaging, and something to celebrate together.”
The Math Carnival proved to be a successful evening, combining education and entertainment while strengthening connections between the school and its families.
West Carroll Elementary School turned math into a night of fun and excitement during its Math Carnival held on March 31, 2026. With a lively carnival theme, the event brought together students and their families for an evening focused on learning and community engagement.
The event took place at the Town of Trezevant’s walking track, where families enjoyed a variety of interactive activities. Students began the evening by visiting math stations tailored to their grade levels, solving problems that challenged their skills while reinforcing classroom learning.
After completing the math activities, students were rewarded with a range of carnival-style games, including giant Connect 4, Plinko, tic-tac-toe, ring toss, and more. The fun continued with face painting and classic treats such as hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and popcorn.
Sixth-grade teacher Shanna Pafford shared her enthusiasm for the event, saying, “It was wonderful to see our students excited about math and enjoying time with their families. Events like this help show that learning can be fun, engaging, and something to celebrate together.”
The Math Carnival proved to be a successful evening, combining education and entertainment while strengthening connections between the school and its families.
The road to success starts with showing up!
Congratulations to the top 3 classes in the WCES Attendance Campaign for the 3rd Nine Weeks! These are their average daily attendance rates:
Beth Hysmith - 98.66% average daily attendance (1st)
Lindsey Lindsay - 96.74% average daily attendance (2nd)
Shanna Pafford - 96.21% average daily attendance (3rd)
Congratulations to the top 3 classes in the WCES Attendance Campaign for the 3rd Nine Weeks! These are their average daily attendance rates:
Beth Hysmith - 98.66% average daily attendance (1st)
Lindsey Lindsay - 96.74% average daily attendance (2nd)
Shanna Pafford - 96.21% average daily attendance (3rd)
West Carroll Elementary School Honors Principal’s List Students for Third Quarter
West Carroll Elementary School recognizes the students who earned placement on the Principal’s List for the third quarter. This distinction is awarded to students who achieved all A’s on their report card, reflecting outstanding academic performance and a strong commitment to learning.
The students pictured include, back row (left to right): Faith Pitts, Sofia Blackketter, Jemma Hanks, Eva Gibson, Kinley Box, Olivia Willis, Paisley Bennett, Madalyn Cook, Atticus Hanks, and Rylan Cherry Front row (left to right): James Parsons, John-Thomas Holley, Jackson Meals, Landon Moffler, Korben Womac, Alyza Martin, Cooper Pinson, and William McAlpin
West Carroll Elementary School congratulates these students on their hard work and continued success throughout the school year.
West Carroll Elementary School recognizes the students who earned placement on the Principal’s List for the third quarter. This distinction is awarded to students who achieved all A’s on their report card, reflecting outstanding academic performance and a strong commitment to learning.
The students pictured include, back row (left to right): Faith Pitts, Sofia Blackketter, Jemma Hanks, Eva Gibson, Kinley Box, Olivia Willis, Paisley Bennett, Madalyn Cook, Atticus Hanks, and Rylan Cherry Front row (left to right): James Parsons, John-Thomas Holley, Jackson Meals, Landon Moffler, Korben Womac, Alyza Martin, Cooper Pinson, and William McAlpin
West Carroll Elementary School congratulates these students on their hard work and continued success throughout the school year.
West Carroll Special School District is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 school year, all grade levels and endorsement areas.
Here, you won't just know your subject. You'll know your students — by name, by strengths, by goals.
That's what a 1:11 ratio feels like in practice.
Apply at wcssd.org/employment.
Here, you won't just know your subject. You'll know your students — by name, by strengths, by goals.
That's what a 1:11 ratio feels like in practice.
Apply at wcssd.org/employment.
We are excited to share that our very own Carson Cooper, West Tennessee Regional winner, has now been named the State Champion in FFA Beef Production - Placement SAE. This is the first-ever State Title earned by West Carroll FFA! Carson will now have the opportunity to compete and represent WCHS at the national level.
SAEs (Supervised Agricultural Experiences) are hands-on, student-led projects that allow FFA members to apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world agricultural careers.
We are incredibly proud of Carson, as well as our entire FFA program and sponsors, for representing West Carroll so well at the state level! Next stop: Nationals!!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #WCSSD #WestCarrollCTE
🏀✖️➖➗➕Basketball + math = a winning combination in Mrs. Marcia Miller’s sixth-grade class. Students used NCAA tournament data to practice percentages, mean, median, and mode while working together to analyze real numbers and explain their thinking.
A fun, real-world way to show students the value of math in action.
A fun, real-world way to show students the value of math in action.
We’re proud to celebrate our students who earned A Honor Roll, A/B Honor Roll, and Perfect Attendance for the third quarter (last 9 weeks). Our students have shown up and showed out, and we are so happy to celebrate these accomplishments.
Keep it up, War Eagles, we’re proud of you!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #WCSSD #WestCarroll
Keep it up, War Eagles, we’re proud of you!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #WCSSD #WestCarroll
Wishing all of our WCSSD students, families, and staff a wonderful Spring Break!
Enjoy March 23rd–27th and come back ready to finish the year strong! 💚
Enjoy March 23rd–27th and come back ready to finish the year strong! 💚
West Carroll Elementary is celebrating students who truly SOAR. Congrats to Week 19 & 20 Winners Paisley Keymon, Jackson Meals, and Cooper Pinson for showing Safety, Ownership, Achievement, and Respect each day.
We’re proud of the example these students set for their classmates.
#SOARStudents #WestCarrollElementary #WCSSD
We’re proud of the example these students set for their classmates.
#SOARStudents #WestCarrollElementary #WCSSD
Yesterday was such a special day at West Carroll as Elizabeth Clark returned for a visit and surprised her former students. Her love for West Carroll has always been clear, and it was a joy to welcome her back. The smiles from students and staff said it all, once an Eagle, always an Eagle. ❤️
🍀 WCP first graders in Mrs. Sherry Haywood’s class got creative building leprechaun traps and baiting them with gold coins… and you won’t believe what we caught! 👀✨ #STEMfun #LuckyLearners #WCSSD
🎀Celebrating Dr. Jessica Williams 🎀
Today at WCES, we had the joy of celebrating our amazing coworker and dear friend, Dr. Jessica Williams, as she prepares to welcome her sweet baby girl into the world.
Our school family gathered for a beautiful baby shower filled with laughter, love, and excitement for this chapter in her life. We are so thankful to get to celebrate her.
Congratulations Mrs. Jessica - your West Carroll family can't wait to meet your little bundle of joy .💖
Today at WCES, we had the joy of celebrating our amazing coworker and dear friend, Dr. Jessica Williams, as she prepares to welcome her sweet baby girl into the world.
Our school family gathered for a beautiful baby shower filled with laughter, love, and excitement for this chapter in her life. We are so thankful to get to celebrate her.
Congratulations Mrs. Jessica - your West Carroll family can't wait to meet your little bundle of joy .💖
Sixth graders in Mrs. Pafford's social studies class didn't just read about Ancient Greece. They dug into it.
Students recently compared the city-states of Athens and Sparta, researching five categories including geography, education, government, and the status of women. Groups chose how to present their findings, either through a virtual presentation or a poster, then shared their work with the class.
Two city-states. One civilization. Very different ways of life. And a room full of students who can now tell you exactly why that matters.
This is sixth grade social studies at West Carroll Elementary. ☘️
#WCSSD #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Students recently compared the city-states of Athens and Sparta, researching five categories including geography, education, government, and the status of women. Groups chose how to present their findings, either through a virtual presentation or a poster, then shared their work with the class.
Two city-states. One civilization. Very different ways of life. And a room full of students who can now tell you exactly why that matters.
This is sixth grade social studies at West Carroll Elementary. ☘️
#WCSSD #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
The "First Frontiers" reading program at West Carroll Elementary is producing results.
Seventy-three students in the "First Frontiers" reading program recently hit a major milestone, reaching 75 books read or 75 Accelerated Reader points. The First Frontiers reading program, designed by Mrs. Pat Hudgins, sets a goal for all students to read at least 100 books or earn at least 100 AR points by May 8th.
To mark the occasion, Principal Dr. Jessica Williams and staff hosted a St. Patrick's Day Library Lunch, with green decorations and cupcakes courtesy of Mrs. Shelia Hilliard and Mrs. Kay Story.
But the numbers tell their own story. More than 50 of those 73 students have already surpassed the school-wide goal of 100 books or 100 AR points set for May 8. One student has read over 200 books. Another has earned more than 200 AR points. One student has crossed 400.
Every student who meets the goal will be honored at the First Frontiers Grand Celebration on May 18.☘️
#WCEReads #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #StudentSuccess #WCSSD
Seventy-three students in the "First Frontiers" reading program recently hit a major milestone, reaching 75 books read or 75 Accelerated Reader points. The First Frontiers reading program, designed by Mrs. Pat Hudgins, sets a goal for all students to read at least 100 books or earn at least 100 AR points by May 8th.
To mark the occasion, Principal Dr. Jessica Williams and staff hosted a St. Patrick's Day Library Lunch, with green decorations and cupcakes courtesy of Mrs. Shelia Hilliard and Mrs. Kay Story.
But the numbers tell their own story. More than 50 of those 73 students have already surpassed the school-wide goal of 100 books or 100 AR points set for May 8. One student has read over 200 books. Another has earned more than 200 AR points. One student has crossed 400.
Every student who meets the goal will be honored at the First Frontiers Grand Celebration on May 18.☘️
#WCEReads #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #StudentSuccess #WCSSD
🍀✨ Shoutout to the BEST staff around! ✨🍀
West Carroll Primary went ALL OUT for St. Patrick's Day to show our incredible staff just how much they mean to us! 🎉
🔍 Staff took on an epic scavenger hunt searching for hidden leprechaun pics of Mrs. Jackie Wester — and Mrs. Sharlanda came out on TOP, finding all 10 to claim the golden prize! 👑
🟢 The lunch area was transformed into a sea of green with cakes, pies, snacks, and tons of treats!
💚 And the best part? Our students shared the sweetest, most heartfelt words about the people who inspire them every single day. It was a joyful and memorable way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
Happy St. Patrick's Day from WCP! ☘️
#WestCarrollPrimary #StPatricksDay #LuckyToHaveYou #wcssd ☘️✨
West Carroll Primary went ALL OUT for St. Patrick's Day to show our incredible staff just how much they mean to us! 🎉
🔍 Staff took on an epic scavenger hunt searching for hidden leprechaun pics of Mrs. Jackie Wester — and Mrs. Sharlanda came out on TOP, finding all 10 to claim the golden prize! 👑
🟢 The lunch area was transformed into a sea of green with cakes, pies, snacks, and tons of treats!
💚 And the best part? Our students shared the sweetest, most heartfelt words about the people who inspire them every single day. It was a joyful and memorable way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
Happy St. Patrick's Day from WCP! ☘️
#WestCarrollPrimary #StPatricksDay #LuckyToHaveYou #wcssd ☘️✨
WCES Math Night Carnival, Tuesday, March 31st at Trezevant City Park
Please note the times for specific grade-levels:
3rd Grade: 4:30-5:00
4th Grade: 5:00-5:30
5th Grade: 5:30-6:00
6th Grade: 6:00-6:30
We’re excited to introduce something new at West Carroll… our first annual Spring Showcase!
We are bringing several of our traditional spring events together into one big day to celebrate our students, programs, and community. Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for a full day of activities, familiar favorites, and some exciting new additions!!
You’ll still find events you know and love like the FFA Plant Sale, a car show and beauty pageant hosted by the band, along with new features like an art show and vendor market. It’s a great opportunity to support our students, shop local, and spend time together as a community.
To sign up for the vender market, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/Fn8LdCBUQ4TY7dHZA
If you have questions, please contact the school or email the contact listed on the flyer.
We are bringing several of our traditional spring events together into one big day to celebrate our students, programs, and community. Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026 for a full day of activities, familiar favorites, and some exciting new additions!!
You’ll still find events you know and love like the FFA Plant Sale, a car show and beauty pageant hosted by the band, along with new features like an art show and vendor market. It’s a great opportunity to support our students, shop local, and spend time together as a community.
To sign up for the vender market, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/Fn8LdCBUQ4TY7dHZA
If you have questions, please contact the school or email the contact listed on the flyer.
🎓📣 Senior Sunday 🦅✨
The finish line is in sight for the Class of 2026. We are highlighting some awesome seniors this week and all they've worked hard for. Join us in celebrating all their accomplishments and their final year at WC!
Seniors, if you’d like to be featured next week, check your Google Classroom and complete the Senior Sunday form.
📸: Amy Bratton Photography www.amybrattonphotography.com
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #WCSSD #WestCarroll
Reminder: WCJSHS Cheer Tryouts Are Coming!
✨ Mandatory Clinics: March 16 & March 18 from 3:00–5:00 PM at WCJSHS
Cheer tryouts for current 5th-111th graders are set for March 20.
📄 A current sports physical must be on file to participate in any cheer activity. Physical forms are available at your school’s front office.
We’re excited to see the energy, commitment, and spirit at tryouts. Let’s go, War Eagles! 🦅
It is with deep sadness we share the loss of one of our own, Coach Billy Windsor. This is a difficult time for his family, his friends, and our school community.
Please keep Coach Windsor's family and friends, along with his school family, in your thoughts and prayers. We appreciate the community's grace and support as we navigate this loss together.
Additional support will be available for students and staff Monday morning.
Please keep Coach Windsor's family and friends, along with his school family, in your thoughts and prayers. We appreciate the community's grace and support as we navigate this loss together.
Additional support will be available for students and staff Monday morning.
