🎄✨ KWHS Agricultural Science Department and FFA spent the week learning and giving back! Our horticulture class visited Mr. Garner’s Woodbury Pines Christmas Tree Farm to learn the science of Christmas tree production, then practiced hands-on wreath-making using a generous greenery donation from Tommy’s Produce.

Meanwhile, Intro to Plant Systems students joined KWHS’s 100 Acts of Kindness initiative and made beautiful holiday wreaths for our hardworking custodial staff. Students shared gratitude and learned how much our custodians do each day — a heartwarming way to say “thank you.” 💚🙌
#WoodburyPinesChristmas TreeFarm
#GarnersProduceStand
11 days ago, Rachel Martin
Students and the greenery wreaths they created
Students making wreaths out of evergreens
Students visiting the Christmas tree farm
Mr. Hill and Mrs. O'Keefe standing in front of the wreaths students made
Student giving one of the custodians a wreath they made
Hook: Imagine creating your own ancient civilization — government, culture, environment, and even a 3D model! 🌟
Our World Civilizations students presented their final projects yesterday and the creativity was off the charts. Students designed everything from political systems to landscapes and loved bringing their worlds to life.
DE US History students turned the classroom into a museum! 🎓🗺️ They built 3D artifacts and led tours on early American eras—creative, hands-on history.
11 days ago, Rachel Martin
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE World Civilizations Ancient Civilizations projects
DE US History students Museum Exhibits
DE US History students Museum Exhibits
DE US History students Museum Exhibits
DE US History students Museum Exhibits
🎨👻 Our students recreated the French Surrealist game Exquisite Corpse using cardboard: groups of three each designed a different section of a monster, then joined their parts to form wonderfully bizarre creatures. The monsters were displayed around the school, delighting and occasionally startling passersby with jump‑scares and big laughs.
12 days ago, Rachel Martin
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Students and their Exquisite Corpse sculptures
Acts of service is our favorite gift during the holiday season! This year Service Learning I, II, and III spent the month of December helping sort toys for Toys for Tots at the CornerStone Community Development Center. We loved helping find the perfect gift for each child! #CornerstoneCommunityDevelopmentCenter
13 days ago, Rachel Martin
Service Learning STudents helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students matching gifts for kids at Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
Service Learning Students helping to sort Toys for Tots
🎄 Holiday Cheer & Skill Building! The students in Ms. Compton's and Mrs. Funai's classes had an incredible time on their CBI (Community Based Instruction) trip! They were focused, prepared, and ready to shop for their loved ones.
🎄Before heading out, they diligently:
🎄Made lists of family members and gifts.
🎄Calculated a budget (and stuck to it!).
🎄Explored items online and practiced their ordering skills for McDonald's.

The highlight? Every single student was a budgeting superstar at Dollar Tree! They all purchased gifts and completed their shopping without going over budget. Following lunch at McDonald's, they returned to school and carefully wrapped their presents. Seeing them apply their classroom lessons in the community is truly rewarding!
15 days ago, Rachel Martin
Students enjoying their meal at McDonalds
Students ordering their meal at McDonalds
Students enjoying their meal at McDonalds
Student enjoying their meal at McDonalds
Students enjoying their meal at McDonalds
Students wrapping gifts they purchased

Did someone say dodgeball for a cause? Today our Service Learning classes hosted a spirited dodgeball tournament and raised money for Mechanics of Faith — an amazing organization that gives mechanical help to veterans and community members in need.
Huge thanks to all the students, staff, and supporters who played, cheered, and donated. Your energy turned a fun game into real community impact!

17 days ago, Rachel Martin
All players in the dodgeball game
Start of the student game
Students playing dodgeball
Students playing dodgeball
Students playing dodgeball
Teachers getting ready for playing dodgeball
Teachers  playing dodgeball
Teachers  playing dodgeball
Teachers  playing dodgeball
Interested in the eligibility process for special services? There will be a one hour webinar on January 15 at 6:30 that will walk through the prcess from referral to eligibility. This webinar is hosted by PEATC and is open to all families in Virginia. It will be presented in Zoom, but it will not be recorded. Register at tinyurl.com/y77vvuwz
19 days ago, Rachel Martin
Flyer for the Zoom webinar "From Referral to Eligibility: A Deeper Dive" on January 15

See the attached resource on zoom on January 15, 2026 @ 6:30 pm

19 days ago, KWCPS Division
meeting
KWHS 2nd-Year Horticulture Class would like to thank the Upper Mattaponi Tribe for inviting us to visit their Tribal Grounds! Students were able to witness first-hand the tribe’s comprehensive plant production processes, and were impressed by the extensive uses Tribal Members derive from every part of the plants they grow.
20 days ago, Rachel Martin
Students and a guide examine the branches of a shrub outdoors on the Upper Mattaponi Tribal Grounds during a winter plant identification lesson.
KWHS horticulture students tour a large hoop house greenhouse and observe crop production methods with a tribal guide.
KWHS will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th, which is a B day. We're excited to have everyone back in the building!
20 days ago, Linden Barrick
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Greetings! The current weather forecast for Friday morning continues to predict snowfall with up to several inches of accumulation by 8:00 AM, which is likely to create hazardous road conditions for the morning commute. As a result, and with safety in mind, all KWCPS schools and offices will be closed for in-person learning on Friday, December 5. Students will have an asynchronous Flex/Remote Learning day at home. Maintenance/custodial staff will be contacted by their supervisor regarding work hours, if needed. We will continue to monitor weather, road, and facility conditions throughout the day and provide additional updates to families and staff as needed. Have a safe weekend ahead!
25 days ago, KWCPS Division
snow day
Check out these great oppotunities to learn about the Apprentice School, which encourages students to consider shipbuilding as a future career. Visit: as.edu/youth-builders/ to learn more. Consider the Virtual Open House - register at www.as.edu/pre-apprenticeship.
26 days ago, Rachel Martin
Youth Builders Program flyer
Virtual Open House

The School Board welcomes community input on budget priorities and opportunities for the 2026-27 school year. Please use the link below to access the survey, which closes at 4:30 PM on Friday, December 12. Thank you for your input!

Budget Survey

28 days ago, KWCPS Division
Budget survey image
Chesapeake Bay Governor's School Open House at Bowling Green Thursday December 11 from 6-7:30 pm. This video provides a brief introduction to CBGS, which is a half day program that students apply for in 9th grade and attend for math and science in 10th-12th grades. https://cbgs.k12.va.us/pbs-profile-of-cbgs/
The CBGS student application can be found at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM0uPrYB-AHcasv9JUcZGb9tnzBze0kD50yIrANmiAYSBufg/viewform

29 days ago, Rachel Martin
CBGS Open House announcement
Our SODA (Student Organization for Developing Attitudes) students did an awesome job volunteering at the 4th grade Colonial Day celebration today. They spent the day helping out in classrooms while the 4th grade teachers led sessions on colonial life.

The kids loved having them there, and our SODA students jumped right in wherever they were needed. We're so proud of how they represented KWHS!
about 1 month ago, Linden Barrick
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Hearts, hustle, and teamwork on full display today! ❤️🏀
Vikings vs. Cavaliers brought an unforgettable game where students of all abilities united on the court — playing hard, cheering louder, and showing true sportsmanship. Every pass, every assist, every high-five mattered.
about 1 month ago, Rachel Martin
Cavalier players ready for the game
Basketball players at the tip off
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
Viking and Cavalier Unified cheerleaders
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
Viking and Cavalier Unified players
From Budgeting to Buffet!
What a fantastic experience for Ms. Compton's and Mrs. Funai's students! They successfully executed a full Thanksgiving Feast—from start to finish!

This project was a great lesson in practical math and real-world budgeting. The students planned the entire meal, created a shopping list, and stayed within budget while shopping for all the fixings at Food Lion. We are so proud of their teamwork and skills!

The feast was delicious, and it wouldn't have been possible without our wonderful community partners. Thank you so much to Food Lion and Mrs.Yolanda Smith for generously donating the turkey and ham! Your support truly elevated the experience.
about 1 month ago, Rachel Martin
Students enjoying their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students preparing their thanksgiving feast
Students enjoying their thanksgiving feast
Students enjoying their thanksgiving feast
November 21st is Substitute Educator's Day! Let's give a big shout-out to the educators who keep classrooms running when regular teachers are away! 🎉 These substitutes step in, adapt, and keep learning moving every single day.
about 1 month ago, Rachel Martin
Substitute Educator's Appreciation
Big congrats to Olivia, Hollyn, and Jillian — signed and ready for the next inning with University of Mary Washington, Shepherd University, and Christopher Newport University! ⚾️🌟 🎉⚾️ Your hard work, dedication, and team spirit have paid off — we can’t wait to cheer you on. Thank you to Mr. Gene Campbell for capturing the moment and sharing these pictures.
about 1 month ago, Rachel Martin
Signing day for softball
Signing day for softball
Signing day for softball
Signing day for softball
Signing day for softball
Did you know Educational Support Professionals Day is November 19th? 🎉 These dedicated professionals keep our schools safe, organized, and ready for learning every day. From clerical staff to custodians, instructional aides to counselors — let’s show our appreciation! Who helped you or your child this year?
about 1 month ago, Rachel Martin
 Educational Support Professionals