This week, 900 students from across the Commonwealth traveled to Richmond to share the story of agricultural education and FFA with our state leaders, and KWHS FFA was proud to participate!
Our FFA representative met with legislators to advocate for FFA and agricultural education within our public schools We were even able to hear a special message of support from Governor Spanberger! This opportunity to practice leadership, government involvement and advocacy, and to highlight agriculture within our community was a valuable learning experience for all.
Our FFA representative met with legislators to advocate for FFA and agricultural education within our public schools We were even able to hear a special message of support from Governor Spanberger! This opportunity to practice leadership, government involvement and advocacy, and to highlight agriculture within our community was a valuable learning experience for all.
Service Learning, Ms. Compton and Mrs. Funai's classes had a fantastic time serving at the Arc of Hanover this week! We learned and improved our work place readiness and leadership skills while helping with various projects in the thrift store. If you haven't been to the Arc or want to know more about this great non-profit, check them out at
Arc of Hanover and
Arc of Hanover Thrift Store!
Arc of Hanover and
Arc of Hanover Thrift Store!
We are looking for Thank You Card donations!! Please support our newest service project! Drop off donations at the office or buy off our Amazon wishlist bit.ly/KWSLWishList #cavsforacause
One of our SODA mentors ran into her student at a high school basketball game, and the smiles said it all! They were so happy to see each other, a perfect example of how SODA mentors are looked up to by the younger students they guide. SODA’s mission is about building character, connection, and life skills, which help create meaningful relationships and moments like this.
Looking for a NEW DRESS for FREE?!?! Come to the atrium on 2/6 from 2-4pm to try on and grab a beautiful dress for prom or any other special occasion this year!
Can't make it Friday? Be on the lookout for a sign up sheet to try on dresses at a later date.
Can't make it Friday? Be on the lookout for a sign up sheet to try on dresses at a later date.
Support Teacher Appreciation Week with a meaningful, practical fundraiser: Super soft micro-plush Cavalier blankets (50" x 60") for $30 each. Proceeds go directly to honoring and supporting our educators. Consider purchasing one as a thoughtful gift for an upcoming graduate or one to keep you cozy this winter. https://mydesigns.teamthrows.com/f/blanket-sales/
Happy Principal and Assistant Principals Week to the heart of our school! 🎉 Today, we celebrate Miss Ward, Mrs. Barrick, and Mrs. Hirsch's incredible leadership, vision, and dedication to creating a positive, supportive environment for every student and staff member. Thank you for guiding our school with passion and integrity! 👏
In Dr. Yates’ Dual Enrollment Psychology class, students explored psychological disorders through research and presentations that highlighted both the science and the human experience behind mental health.
As students shared what they learned, they examined how biological, psychological, and environmental factors shape mental health, while also considering treatment approaches and long-term outcomes. This work encouraged empathy, critical thinking, and clear communication, helping students better understand mental health challenges and thoughtfully engage with complex psychological topics in a college-level setting.
As students shared what they learned, they examined how biological, psychological, and environmental factors shape mental health, while also considering treatment approaches and long-term outcomes. This work encouraged empathy, critical thinking, and clear communication, helping students better understand mental health challenges and thoughtfully engage with complex psychological topics in a college-level setting.
Are you or someone you know in need of a meal this winter? Service Learning will be providing meals on 1/29 from 5-7pm in the KWHS Bus Loop. Reserve your meals here - bit.ly/KWSLMeals
🎨✨ Before break, our Art II, III, and IV students ran an Art Secret Santa and it was a total hit! Students exchanged handmade pieces and lots of kindness was received in smiles. 🎁
🎄✨ 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
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
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.
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.
🎨👻 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.
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
🎄 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!
🎄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!
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!
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
See the attached resource on zoom on January 15, 2026 @ 6:30 pm
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.
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!
