Money Lessons That Matter: Learning from Local Experts
Students in Coach Cobb’s Personal Finance class recently learned budgeting and banking basics from local experts at Centennial Bank.
Thank you to Ginger Foster and Molly McAlpin for sharing smart money strategies and helping our students build real-world financial skills.
This hands-on session focused on budgeting, checking accounts, and the financial habits that set students up for success after graduation.
What a great example of how learning can be practical, personal, and connected to the future.
🦅 Big thanks to Centennial Bank for being a part of our students' journey.
#WestCarrollTN #PersonalFinance #CTE #FinancialLiteracy #LifeReady #WCJH #EaglePride #CommunityPartners
Students in Coach Cobb’s Personal Finance class recently learned budgeting and banking basics from local experts at Centennial Bank.
Thank you to Ginger Foster and Molly McAlpin for sharing smart money strategies and helping our students build real-world financial skills.
This hands-on session focused on budgeting, checking accounts, and the financial habits that set students up for success after graduation.
What a great example of how learning can be practical, personal, and connected to the future.
🦅 Big thanks to Centennial Bank for being a part of our students' journey.
#WestCarrollTN #PersonalFinance #CTE #FinancialLiteracy #LifeReady #WCJH #EaglePride #CommunityPartners
👏 Congratulations to Mr. Jay Taylor, our Employee of the Month at West Carroll JR/SR High!
As both a high school math teacher and head football coach, Mr. Taylor is known for creating a positive, structured environment where students feel supported and challenged. Whether they’re solving equations or running drills, he shows up with consistency and care.
His colleagues describe him as a steady leader who builds strong relationships while holding high expectations. We’re thankful to have him as part of the WC team. 🦅📚🏈
#WestCarrollTN #EmployeeOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WeAreWC
As both a high school math teacher and head football coach, Mr. Taylor is known for creating a positive, structured environment where students feel supported and challenged. Whether they’re solving equations or running drills, he shows up with consistency and care.
His colleagues describe him as a steady leader who builds strong relationships while holding high expectations. We’re thankful to have him as part of the WC team. 🦅📚🏈
#WestCarrollTN #EmployeeOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WeAreWC
Join us for WCHS Senior Night!
Come celebrate our senior athletes, cheerleaders, and band members and enjoy a great night of football and fun.
When: Friday, October 24 | Ceremony at 6:00 PM | Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Where: West Carroll High School Football Stadium
Let’s pack the stands and show our support! #SeniorNight #FridayNightLights
Come celebrate our senior athletes, cheerleaders, and band members and enjoy a great night of football and fun.
When: Friday, October 24 | Ceremony at 6:00 PM | Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Where: West Carroll High School Football Stadium
Let’s pack the stands and show our support! #SeniorNight #FridayNightLights
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Did you know, research shows attending school every day promotes student learning and increases the chance of graduation?
Attendance is directly linked to student achievement.
#AttendanceAwareness #AttendanceMatters
🙌 A big thank you to Wendy Pinson, our Supporter of the Month at West Carroll JR/SR High!
Whether it’s helping with Project Graduation, lending a hand at the Back to School Bash, or making prom extra special, Mrs. Pinson is always behind the scenes making things happen.
Her willingness to show up—again and again—are what help make West Carroll a place where students feel celebrated, supported, and seen.
We’re grateful for community members like her who go the extra mile for our students! 🦅❤️
#WestCarrollTN #SupporterOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WCCommunity
Whether it’s helping with Project Graduation, lending a hand at the Back to School Bash, or making prom extra special, Mrs. Pinson is always behind the scenes making things happen.
Her willingness to show up—again and again—are what help make West Carroll a place where students feel celebrated, supported, and seen.
We’re grateful for community members like her who go the extra mile for our students! 🦅❤️
#WestCarrollTN #SupporterOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WCCommunity
👏 Congratulations to William McAlpin, a 5th grader at West Carroll Elementary, for representing Carroll County 4-H in the recent Forestry Contest at Lone Oaks Farms!
William put his science and outdoor skills to the test in tree identification, insect and disease identification, and pacing. 🌳🐞🌲
Events like these grow environmental awareness and real-world learning. We are so proud of William for representing his school and county with excellence! 💚 #4H #STEM #WestCarrollProud
William put his science and outdoor skills to the test in tree identification, insect and disease identification, and pacing. 🌳🐞🌲
Events like these grow environmental awareness and real-world learning. We are so proud of William for representing his school and county with excellence! 💚 #4H #STEM #WestCarrollProud
📚 Drop Everything and Read!
West Carroll Primary launched a schoolwide reading challenge for National Read a Book Day! The new DEAR program encourages students and families to “Drop Everything and Read” each day—with a goal of 100 books by the end of the year.
#DEARTime #ReadWithUs #WestCarrollTN
West Carroll Primary launched a schoolwide reading challenge for National Read a Book Day! The new DEAR program encourages students and families to “Drop Everything and Read” each day—with a goal of 100 books by the end of the year.
#DEARTime #ReadWithUs #WestCarrollTN
👏 Let’s hear it for Anastin McAlpin, our 8th Grade Student of the Month at West Carroll Junior High!
Anastin stands out for her leadership, kindness, and the way she consistently goes above and beyond in the classroom. Her teachers describe her as a dependable, positive presence—and we couldn’t agree more.
We’re proud to recognize students like Anastin who help make our school a place where every student is known, supported, and prepared for what’s next. 🦅💙
#WestCarrollTN #StudentOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WCJH
Anastin stands out for her leadership, kindness, and the way she consistently goes above and beyond in the classroom. Her teachers describe her as a dependable, positive presence—and we couldn’t agree more.
We’re proud to recognize students like Anastin who help make our school a place where every student is known, supported, and prepared for what’s next. 🦅💙
#WestCarrollTN #StudentOfTheMonth #EaglePride #WCJH
Mark your calendars, WCSSD families!
Boo Bash 2025 is back and better than ever, featuring Trunk or Treat, games, and a whole lot of WC Halloween magic. 🎃👻
📅 Thursday, Oct. 30 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 WCSSD High School
🧡 All are welcome. Costumes encouraged!
Boo Bash 2025 is back and better than ever, featuring Trunk or Treat, games, and a whole lot of WC Halloween magic. 🎃👻
📅 Thursday, Oct. 30 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 WCSSD High School
🧡 All are welcome. Costumes encouraged!
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Did you know, research shows attending school every day improves mental health through socializing, developing friendships, building empathy, and forming lasting relationships with peers?
Attendance is directly linked to student achievement.
#AttendanceAwareness #AttendanceMatters
Did you know, research shows attending school every day improves mental health through socializing, developing friendships, building empathy, and forming lasting relationships with peers?
Attendance is directly linked to student achievement.
#AttendanceAwareness #AttendanceMatters
At WCSSD, we’re proud to have educators and staff who’ve served for 20+ years. We are grateful for their long-term contributions to our students and school community.
The following team members were honored for their long-term service: Linda Hatfield, Bernard Lykes, Shan Depriest, Lisa Ashby, Crystal Polinski, Angie Hartz, Angie Morris, Sherry Haywood, Jackie Wester, Sharlanda Emerson, Jeanie Hooper, Brandi Tolley, Jonathan Wheeler, Gerald Mauldin, Sheila Hilliard, Barbara Coleman, Shanna Pafford, Sherry Cobb, Tammy Lovell, Marcia Miller, Tina Seaton, Beth Bridges, and Sherry Cockrill.
The following team members were honored for their long-term service: Linda Hatfield, Bernard Lykes, Shan Depriest, Lisa Ashby, Crystal Polinski, Angie Hartz, Angie Morris, Sherry Haywood, Jackie Wester, Sharlanda Emerson, Jeanie Hooper, Brandi Tolley, Jonathan Wheeler, Gerald Mauldin, Sheila Hilliard, Barbara Coleman, Shanna Pafford, Sherry Cobb, Tammy Lovell, Marcia Miller, Tina Seaton, Beth Bridges, and Sherry Cockrill.
West Carroll Special School District – Job Opening
Position: District-Wide Technology Coordinator & EIS/TEDS Data Collection
Description:
West Carroll Special School District is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of District-Wide Technology Coordinator. This administrative position also oversees EIS/TEDS data collection and serves as supervisor of the technology department. The ideal candidate will support district-wide technology initiatives, manage staff in the technology department, and ensure accurate and timely data reporting.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should visit wcssd.org to complete an application and email it to angie.hartz@wcssd.org. The application window closes at 3:00 PM on Friday, September 12th.
https://www.wcssd.org/o/wcssd/page/employment
Position: District-Wide Technology Coordinator & EIS/TEDS Data Collection
Description:
West Carroll Special School District is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of District-Wide Technology Coordinator. This administrative position also oversees EIS/TEDS data collection and serves as supervisor of the technology department. The ideal candidate will support district-wide technology initiatives, manage staff in the technology department, and ensure accurate and timely data reporting.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should visit wcssd.org to complete an application and email it to angie.hartz@wcssd.org. The application window closes at 3:00 PM on Friday, September 12th.
https://www.wcssd.org/o/wcssd/page/employment
Mark your calendar! 🗓️ Band Family Night is Sept. 10 at 6 PM in the West Carroll HS Cafeteria. Food, music, and family fun.
To RSVP click HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9aZRtVa6a7ablqaPsz8w5XLsyqY064Oq61KPhFbTST_zYOA/viewform
September is Attendance Awareness Month!
Did you know, research shows that missing just 2 days a month (chronic absenteeism) in kindergarten is linked to lower achievement in fifth-grade reading and math?
Attendance is directly linked to student achievement.
#AttendanceAwareness #AttendanceMatters
Did you know, research shows that missing just 2 days a month (chronic absenteeism) in kindergarten is linked to lower achievement in fifth-grade reading and math?
Attendance is directly linked to student achievement.
#AttendanceAwareness #AttendanceMatters
The West Carroll Elementary School Book Fair begins TODAY!
The Book Fair will run from Sept. 2nd-Sept. 12th during school hours only.
The Book Fair will run from Sept. 2nd-Sept. 12th during school hours only.
All students, parents, and community members are welcome to tailgate before every home football game this season. Bring your chairs, grills, games, and school spirit! Let's fill the lot with maroon and white!
West Carroll FFA State Fair 2025
Monday, August 18, 2025, members of the West Carroll FFA Chapter competed at the Tennessee State Fair in Lebanon. The members of the Livestock Judging team included Ana Murray, Bella Moore, Carson Cooper, and Gunner Martin. Elizabeth Hritz and Joy Bryant competed in the Forestry contest. Three members wrote and delivered speeches: Aubrey Hammet (Sophomore) Dmytriy Berggren (Freshman) has good standings, and Hunter Malm placed 3rd in the 6-8th grade category. Members Sawyer Jackson, Harlan Hames, and Ethan Mueller competed in the Grill Masters competition, cooking two sirloin steaks. Congratulations to the West Carroll FFA Chapter! -FFA Reporter, Joy Bryant
Don't miss the WCES Book Fair! 🛍️ Open Sept. 2–12, during school hours only.
Join our SHAC Team – Make a Difference in Student Health!
Are you passionate about student wellness? Do you want to have a voice in making WCSSD a healthier and safer place? Join the Student Health Advisory Council and be a part in making a difference!
Volunteers can be:
· Motivated Students
· Caring Parents/Guardians
· Teachers, staff and community members
· Faith based groups, public health professionals and organizations
· Other stakeholders that represent the eight components of health
As a member, you will:
Advise on health education and wellness programs
Help promote physical, mental and emotional well-being
Plan events and activities that support healthy lifestyles
Be a leader in shaping a healthier community
If you are interested in volunteering, please click the link below to apply. Email applications to leslie.chappel@wcssd.org or turn in at West Carroll Elementary School.
Application link is found here: https://5il.co/3n079
