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Six male students sitting on benches outside a school building.

New Benches from WWHS Construction Class

Four young male soccer players posing with a coach on a sports field.

WWHS Soccer

East Wilkes Middle School volleyball team smiling together in jerseys indoors.

EWMS Volleyball

Students in a classroom engaged in a lesson with a teacher at the front.

TES CLASSROOM

A group of girls poses playfully on a playground structure under a blue sky.

Playground Fun at MCES

Four children sitting on a bean bag in a library, reading a book together.

RRES- Students reading books.

A diverse group of children posing together in front of a colorful bulletin board.

MCES Red Ribbon Week

A large group of diverse students posing together in a classroom.

WWMS Peer Leaders

A group of smiling students poses together in a library with colorful decor.

WXII visits MVES

A diverse group of students sits on a colorful carpet in a classroom setting.

Carpet Time at MCES

WCS At A Glance

  • 8322 Students in 22 schools ranging from grades Pre-K to 13
  • 1325 Employees 655 teachers and certified staff; 2nd largest employers in Wilkes County
  • 93.2% Graduation Rate in 2024-2025 our highest rate since 2012-2013
  • 13200 Meals Served Daily 6300 breakfast meals and 6900 lunch meals
  • 81 School Buses traveling around 8569 miles a day

News & Announcements

Wilkes County Schools Important App Update more information in the headline

Important App Update for Wilkes County Schools Families

Wilkes County Schools no longer uses a standalone district app. If you previously downloaded an old app, please delete it from your device to avoid outdated or incorrect information. Click the headline of this article for more ways to stay connected to see news and updates.
Camden C. and Riley R. pose with spelling bee certificates

District Spelling Bee Winners

Wilkes County Schools hosted the County Spelling Bee on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. All participating schools were well-represented. Congratulations to our winner, Camden C. from North Wilkes Middle School, and our runner-up, Riley R. from East Wilkes Middle School. We are so proud of every participant!
Pre-K Screenings

Pre-K Screenings Scheduled

Pre-K Screenings will be held from February 24th through March 27th for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. All children who will be 4 years old by August 31st are invited to attend. Click the headline of this article for additional information.
Members of the Wilkes County School Board

National School Board Appreciation Month

We appreciate our School Board Members! We are grateful for the dedication and numerous hours our School Board members devote to supporting our schools and community.
T3LC Grants

Grant Opportunities

We are currently taking applications for the T3LC Youth Philanthropy Grants. Grants for up to $2,500 are available for youth-led projects. The deadline is January 23, 2026. Click the headline above to learn more!
Festive Christmas card announcing contest winners with decorations and gingerbread figures.

Christmas Card Contest Winners

Congratulations to Emma Scott, Ch'Kaysun Taylor, and Barry Poe, winners of our district Christmas Card Contest. Their artwork will be featured in our district's official holiday greetings, helping us spread joy across our community. What talented students we have!
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Children playing with colorful play dough at a classroom table.
Students sitting on the floor raising hands during a lesson with a teacher.

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Wilkes County Schools Office Building

Welcome to Wilkes County Schools

Our goal is to provide the best educational opportunities possible for our students and staff. Our 2022-2025 District Strategic Plan serves as our roadmap for reaching this goal!

2022-2025 District Strategic Plan