On Monday, October 26, the KWHS Turf Management class, instructed by Howard Hill, learned how to paint field designs and logos by using their measuring skills with cardboard and bleacher board materials. The class plotted off an open section behind the shop area to design an eight foot long American flag.
KWHS Horticulture students, FFA, and Agricultural Service Learning students are proud to announce the opening of our newest local business, the Cav Crop Drop! We are partnering with the KWHS Sunshine Cart on Friday mornings to sell fresh hydroponic greens grown in our classroom. The Sunshine Cart students and faculty organizers deliver the fresh produce directly to the staff buyers.
In preparation for the first harvest, students have been diligently working on this project for the past five weeks. The project gives students the experience of measuring and maintaining pH, nutrient, and light requirements and observing plant growth and development from seed to harvest.
Last week, students sold bags of romaine lettuce to staff for $2 each; there were approximately three full plants per bag. With these purchases, students are able to practice valuable business skills. Those who purchased took advantage of this very local farm to table opportunity!
In preparation for the first harvest, students have been diligently working on this project for the past five weeks. The project gives students the experience of measuring and maintaining pH, nutrient, and light requirements and observing plant growth and development from seed to harvest.
Last week, students sold bags of romaine lettuce to staff for $2 each; there were approximately three full plants per bag. With these purchases, students are able to practice valuable business skills. Those who purchased took advantage of this very local farm to table opportunity!
Join us for the annual Cavalier Powderpuff Tournament on Thursday November 12 at 6:30 to support the National Honor Society. Tickets are only $5
Are your craft closets overflowing? Do you have supplies from past projects sitting around that need a good home? The King William High School (KWHS) Makerspace wants to take them off your hands!
We are collecting donated crafting items to put directly into the hands of our creative students for upcoming school projects. Instead of letting those extras gather dust, help us turn them into student masterpieces.
We are happily accepting:
🎨 Fabrics, Ribbon, Yarn, & Thread
🎨 Cricut Materials & Accessories (vinyl, transfer tape, mats, tools)
🎨 Perler Beads & Pegboards
🎨 Buttons, Beads, & Jewelry Supplies
🎨 LEGOs & Building Blocks
🎨 Paper Crafting Supplies (cardstock, scrapbooking tools, punches)
🎨 Glue, Scissors, Paint, & General Craft Supplies
If you have unused, leftover, or oversupplied crafting gear that you no longer need, we will gladly give it a second life!
📍 Drop-off Location: King William High School Main Office
⏰ Drop-off Times: 8:30-4:00
📩 Questions? Contact - rmartin@kwcps.k12.va.us
Thank you for supporting our KWHS makers and helping spark student creativity! Please share this post with fellow community members who might have supplies to spare! 🛠️✨
And the winner is...
Teams and individuals from the KWHS staff competed in a Pumpkin Decorating Contest, and their creations were judged both by a staff judging panel and by an online fan favorite vote. The results were as follows:
Judges winner: Candy Apple
Fan favorite voting:
Overall favorite: Candy Apple
Most creative: Candy Apple
Most detailed: Dolly Parton
Best use of supplies: Candy Apple
Congratulations to the SSOs, Laura Stephens and Jessie Hogge, for their Candy Apple creation!
Teams and individuals from the KWHS staff competed in a Pumpkin Decorating Contest, and their creations were judged both by a staff judging panel and by an online fan favorite vote. The results were as follows:
Judges winner: Candy Apple
Fan favorite voting:
Overall favorite: Candy Apple
Most creative: Candy Apple
Most detailed: Dolly Parton
Best use of supplies: Candy Apple
Congratulations to the SSOs, Laura Stephens and Jessie Hogge, for their Candy Apple creation!
🎃🎨 TILT Pumpkin Decorating Fun! 🎃
Our Teens Interacting and Learning Together (TILT) students had a great time decorating pumpkins during today’s weekly meeting!
Students with and without disabilities worked together, using paints, stickers, and a variety of creative materials to transform their pumpkins into unique masterpieces! Each pumpkin was one of a kind, just like our amazing students!
TILT is all about building friendships, encouraging inclusion, and creating opportunities for students of all abilities to learn and have fun together. We love seeing our students’ creativity and teamwork shine! 🧡🎃
A special thank you to Danny Hott, owner of Grey Ridge Farm for his generous donation of the pumpkins
Our Teens Interacting and Learning Together (TILT) students had a great time decorating pumpkins during today’s weekly meeting!
Students with and without disabilities worked together, using paints, stickers, and a variety of creative materials to transform their pumpkins into unique masterpieces! Each pumpkin was one of a kind, just like our amazing students!
TILT is all about building friendships, encouraging inclusion, and creating opportunities for students of all abilities to learn and have fun together. We love seeing our students’ creativity and teamwork shine! 🧡🎃
A special thank you to Danny Hott, owner of Grey Ridge Farm for his generous donation of the pumpkins
SODA (Student Organization for Developing Attitudes) had a spooktacular time at AES Trunk or Treat! Our high school mentors loved being part of the fun and connecting with their 4th-grade buddies. So many smiles, treats, and Halloween fun!
Slime + science + teamwork = smiles all around! 🧪😄 Mrs. Compton and Mrs. Funai’s classes came together to explore the science behind making slime — and to practice valuable workforce skills like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Kids and adults left grinning (and a little gooey)!
On Thursday, October 22, two KWHS students participated in a tour of VCU-ACE IT Program to learn about the Inclusive Postsecondary Education Program that is offered at VCU and many other colleges in Virginia. They toured the campus, met current ACE-IT students, spoke with professors, and ate lunch in one of the dining halls. We love to show all students the opportunities to participate in postsecondary education after they graduate!
On Friday, November 6, during Senior Night for our King William vs. Colonial Heights football game, our KWHS Marching Cavaliers are requesting all band and drill alumni to join students in the stands for a Radioactive Event!
Please complete the Google Form through the QR code or link on the posted image. Practices will be October 27, 29, and November 5.
Please complete the Google Form through the QR code or link on the posted image. Practices will be October 27, 29, and November 5.
On Thursday, a group of KWHS juniors and seniors visited the College Fair at Essex High School, where they were able to speak with college representatives about degrees and programs offered at their respected institutions.
Congratulations to the King William Girl’s and Boy’s Cross Country teams for their results at the Tidewater District Championships at Beaverdam Park.
Senior Grady Heinsman had an outstanding race as he finished first as Tidewater District Individual Champion and Race MVP with an impressive time of 16:44. This was his all-time personal best by 19 seconds, his first time running under 17 min, and also a school record! Congratulations, Grady!
The Girl’s team had 2 all-district performers with Olivia Hayes (8th, 22:14, 32sec all-time PR) and Natalie Wechsler (13th). The scoring runners were rounded out with Alyssa Durgin (22nd), Hailey Barber (23rd, 29:49, 2 seconds off her all-time PR) and Anna Baker (24th, 30:49, 47sec all-time PR).
Additionally, the boys team had 3 other all-district performers with Dewayne Hassler (5th, 18:09, 29 sec all-time PR), Logan Atkins (9th) and Chase Minter (13th, 19:08, 15sec all-time PR). Zack Miller (18th) rounded out the scoring runners for the team. Freshman Colton Thayer (20th) and Cohen Smith (23rd) also made their first appearances at a Championship race as the team’s 6th and 7th team finishers.
Both teams will return to action on Oct 28 at Poquoson High School at the Regional Championship meet. Go Cavs!
Senior Grady Heinsman had an outstanding race as he finished first as Tidewater District Individual Champion and Race MVP with an impressive time of 16:44. This was his all-time personal best by 19 seconds, his first time running under 17 min, and also a school record! Congratulations, Grady!
The Girl’s team had 2 all-district performers with Olivia Hayes (8th, 22:14, 32sec all-time PR) and Natalie Wechsler (13th). The scoring runners were rounded out with Alyssa Durgin (22nd), Hailey Barber (23rd, 29:49, 2 seconds off her all-time PR) and Anna Baker (24th, 30:49, 47sec all-time PR).
Additionally, the boys team had 3 other all-district performers with Dewayne Hassler (5th, 18:09, 29 sec all-time PR), Logan Atkins (9th) and Chase Minter (13th, 19:08, 15sec all-time PR). Zack Miller (18th) rounded out the scoring runners for the team. Freshman Colton Thayer (20th) and Cohen Smith (23rd) also made their first appearances at a Championship race as the team’s 6th and 7th team finishers.
Both teams will return to action on Oct 28 at Poquoson High School at the Regional Championship meet. Go Cavs!
It’s National School Bus Safety Week, a time dedicated to protecting the millions of students who rely on school transportation every single day!
Keeping our kids safe on the road is a shared responsibility among drivers, students, parents, caregivers, educators, and our entire community. Whether it's stopping for flashing red lights, taking extra care in bus zones, or teaching children safe loading and unloading habits, every small action makes a big difference.
Let’s work together to ensure that every child’s journey to and from school is safe, smooth, and happy!
Keeping our kids safe on the road is a shared responsibility among drivers, students, parents, caregivers, educators, and our entire community. Whether it's stopping for flashing red lights, taking extra care in bus zones, or teaching children safe loading and unloading habits, every small action makes a big difference.
Let’s work together to ensure that every child’s journey to and from school is safe, smooth, and happy!
Curious where a future career could begin? A busload of students visited the Newport News Shipyard mobile trailer to see shipbuilding careers up close and then explored Rappahannock Community College’s CTE Pathways to learn about a range of career fields. 🚍🚢🎓
🧪🎲 Students in Ms. Candage’s Chemistry class designed board games based on the periodic table, then played and gave peer feedback to one another. Not only did they have fun, but playing each other’s games helped them study and deepen their understanding of elements and trends.
It’s National School Lunch Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible meals that keep nearly 30 million kids energized, focused, and ready to learn every single day! Ever since President John F. Kennedy founded this special week back in 1962, NSLW has been all about recognizing the power of a healthy, delicious lunch—both inside the classroom and out on the playground.
Huge shoutout to our hardworking cafeteria heroes, nutrition staff, and school chefs who serve up smiles, comfort, and nourishment with every tray! 💛🎉
Huge shoutout to our hardworking cafeteria heroes, nutrition staff, and school chefs who serve up smiles, comfort, and nourishment with every tray! 💛🎉
Kindness is a daily choice, but today we take an extra stand. 🧡
Today is National Stop Bullying Day. Across our school division, we are committed to building an environment where every student feels safe, valued, and heard—both in the classroom and online.
Together, we can build a community where everyone belongs!
Today is National Stop Bullying Day. Across our school division, we are committed to building an environment where every student feels safe, valued, and heard—both in the classroom and online.
Together, we can build a community where everyone belongs!
Is your freshman interested in advanced learning opportunities? The Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School offers an academic-year program that supplements gifted instruction at your high school. 🌊📚 Join the virtual information night on November 17 or visit the open house on December 8 to learn more.
Good luck to Mason Kirby as he competes in the 2A State Championship on Monday at Hobbs Hole in Tappahannock. Go Cavs!
KWHS dressed up, showed up, made memories, and hit the dance floor to celebrate Homecoming! Thanks to the SCA, staff members, RMC, and the Sheriff's Department. Without everyone's help, it wouldn't be possible to host safe, fun events for our students and their invited guests. The evening was a wonderful reminder of what makes our school community so special! Go Cavs!
