Get ready for a Tropical Paradise when Homecoming Weekend events begin this evening with the parade! It begins at 6 p.m. in front of the Early Childhood Center. Come out and cheer for the Pirates on the parade route! East Pease Ave., RIGHT on Cedar St., LEFT on Catherine, RIGHT on Burns Ave., LEFT on Williams St., LEFT on N. Locust St., LEFT on E. Main St., ending in the General Parking area behind West Carrollton Elementary.
Governor Mike DeWine has proclaimed 9-25 (a nod to her hit song, Nine to Five) as Dolly Parton Day. Children have benefited from her generosity through her dedication to early literacy. Visit https://www.westcarrolltonschools.com/article/3148671 to find out more about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and how to enroll a child from birth until the age of five to receive a free book a month!
This is Braxton’s first year at the Intermediate School. He likes his art teacher, Mrs. Trangenstein, because “She’s cool. She doesn’t get mad, and she’s fun.” He likes science class because he likes doing experiments. Braxton has three future ambitions. 1) He would like to be a lawyer so that he can make enough money to have a zoo. 2) He wants to run the zoo. 3) He wants to become a veterinarian so that he can take care of the animals in the zoo.
Some Pirates begin their education at the Early Childhood Center preschool. Emma is one of our Pirates who came from another school! When asked to compare her previous school to the Intermediate School where she now attends, she said, "I like it better. My other school was too distracting. Her favorite class is math because "It's really fun and I'm really good at it." Emma says she is obsessed with doctors and medical things. Her goal is to become a heart surgeon or a pediatric doctor. We're glad she joined the Pirate community!
Today, Mrs. Clagg’s students took time to learn about the firefighters who bravely responded to the September 11, 2001 attacks. Students welcomed guest speaker Doug Hatcher, who shared information about the equipment firefighters wear and helped students understand the incredible courage and sacrifice of the first responders. He also shared the number of lives lost in the attacks on the Twin Towers, providing students with an opportunity to reflect on the significance of this important day in our nation’s history. Thank you, Mr. Hatcher and Mrs. Clagg, for helping our Pirates learn, remember, and honor those who served and those whose lives were lost.
Let's paint Pirate country red and black on Friday! Show your school and community pride by wearing your favorite Pirate shirt. Don't have a Pirate shirt? No problem! Just wear something in red and black, the school colors! We are encouraging students and staff to do the same. Spread the word. Spread the Pirate Pride.
Our Pirates are growing up! Siler has been in the school district since preschool. This year, he is in 5th grade at WC Intermediate School. It’s a new building for him, and he says, “I like how modern it is. The gym is nice. I like the big Pirate on the wall.” Siler likes the science experiments with Mr. Seifert and his health class, where everything is red.
September dates to know: There will be no school on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day and no school on Friday, September 18, for QPT Day.
INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL: ALL students will attend on Friday, August 21.
We will provide school schedule updates as we learn them. In the meantime, if you need to drive in the area today, use caution.
The first days of school can be stressful for students, parents/guardians, and our staff. We are here to help you, and we appreciate your kindness and patience during this time.
We are always overwhelmed with phone calls during the first days of school. If we don’t answer your call, we are speaking with another caller. Please leave a message with your name, phone number, and the reason for your call. We will call you back as soon as possible.
Bus stop pick-up and drop-off times may be delayed during the first days of school. Many of our students are riding the bus for the first time and are adjusting to a new routine. Our drivers want to make sure every child gets to and from school safely.
If you are transporting your child to/from school, allow yourself extra time. Traffic is usually congested around the schools during the first days as everyone adjusts to the traffic pattern and students adjust to the routine. Stay in the pick-up/drop-off lane, drive slowly, and watch for students.
We want every student to have a safe and positive experience, and we thank you for your help.
The Pirates are coming back to school, and we need your help! Please be patient when driving around schools. Traffic is usually congested during the first days as everyone adjusts to student drop-off and pick-up traffic patterns at the schools. Remember that the speed limit is 20 MPH in school zones. Watch for children when driving in your neighborhood as they walk to and from bus stops and schools. Always stop when red lights are flashing on a school bus. Thank you for helping the Pirates have a safe start to the school year!
It's almost time! Join us on Monday, August 10, at 5 p.m. for the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the new West Carrollton Middle/High School! The ceremony will be followed by an opportunity to tour the building!
REMINDER: Let the savings begin this weekend! The 2026 Ohio Sales Tax Holiday will take place from midnight on Friday, Aug. 7, to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9, an opportunity to purchase school supplies and other items without paying state sales tax. During this year’s three-day sales tax holiday, the following items qualify for the tax exemption: Clothing priced at $75 or less per item; School supplies priced at $20 or less per item; School instructional materials priced at $20 or less per item.
Find more details, including answers to frequently asked questions, common scenarios, and items that do not qualify, on the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026 webpage at https://tax.ohio.gov/business/sales-and-use-tax/sales-tax-holiday
Find more details, including answers to frequently asked questions, common scenarios, and items that do not qualify, on the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026 webpage at https://tax.ohio.gov/business/sales-and-use-tax/sales-tax-holiday
Do you see anyone you know? Some of our employees who are off during the summer work on a summer crew. We caught these two making some paint touch-ups.
All school offices and departments will be closed on Friday, July 3. Be safe. Be respectful. Be responsible. Enjoy Independence Day weekend!
Work continues throughout the summer! In the Intermediate School, the summer computer crew is organizing equipment, cleaning computers, and ensuring they are updated and ready for the start of school. Shipments are being received. Classrooms are being cleaned. It will all be ready when the Pirates return!
Mrs. Bogue has been an educator for 16 years. She spent the first four years at a Cincinnati Public Montessori school, where she taught 4th-, 5th-, and 6th-grade students in one classroom! She began her career in WC as a 4th-grade teacher, then brought her skills to 5th grade at the Intermediate School. She currently coaches science and social studies teachers in literacy strategies. One of the things she appreciates about the school is the diversity, “We all come together with acceptance.” Whether it’s students or staff, she recognizes that everyone has many skills to share with one another. “That makes the school district strong.” Fun Fact: Mrs. Bogue was born in Germany and was the child of a military family. She has three boys. She loves going to the beach (Cape Canaveral, FL and Jamaica are her top two!), reading for pleasure, gardening, and spending time with her family. Enjoy the rest of your summer, Mrs. Bogue! We will see you back in August.
Are you the dad of a Pirate? Are you the grandpa of a Pirate? Are you the uncle of a Pirate? Are you a positive male role model for a Pirate? We want to recognize all of the positive role models who are supporting our Pirates!
All school offices, including school offices and department offices, will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, for Juneteenth.
