The end of the school year was busy, and we will be sharing those stories with you, including stories about some of our students! Meet Royce. He has been a Pirate since preschool, and he just finished 7th grade. His favorite subjects are math, because “I’m good at it. I like to solve problems,” and science, because “I like the labs.” Royce is an athlete and plays football and basketball. He also competes with the track team in high jump and sprints. He credits Mr. Ballard for helping him to get better at the high jump. His favorite sport is football, and he would like to continue playing in college and possibly the NFL. Outside of school, he likes to play basketball with friends, play video games, and spend time with family. Enjoy your summer break, Royce! We will see you back at school in August. #wcpiratepride #wcclassof2031
Join the community to celebrate the opening of the West Carrollton Middle/High School on August 10 from 5 to 6 p.m. Following the ceremony, there will be a brief tour of the building.
All schools and school offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.
Monuments, Memorials, Museums, and More! That's what our Middle School students experienced on a whirlwind trip to Washington, DC. They may not have seen everything, but they saw a lot and learned even more.
Congratulations to Laylah J.! She placed first in the Middle School Track and Field Miami Valley League Championship in the shot put, throwing 39', 6 1/2". She outhrew her closest competitor by 5', .25". Winning the Shot Put qualified her to go to the state meet that was held this past weekend. Before the state meet, she sustained a shoulder injury and was unable to practice for a week. "I didn't use my arm the whole week." She said the week off from throwing threw off her timing, and she didn't perform as well as she had hoped, but she still placed 13th at the state competition, and we are PIRATE Proud of her!
Meet Gabby. She came to West Carrollton Schools in the middle of 6th grade. One reason she likes West Carrollton better than her previous school district is that “Teachers make a connection with you.” One of her favorite teachers is Mr. Vest. “He is theatrical about teaching. I learn a lot.” Her favorite subject is social studies because, “You know what happened versus not knowing what’s happening now.” She enjoys working independently as well as the open discussions in the classroom. Gabby thinks WC is special because of the difference in people and cultures, because “It gives me a view into other people’s lives.” While in Middle School, she has been a member of the National Honor Society and participated in ROX. She is looking forward to trying out for the softball team when she gets to High School. Gabby is considering a career in cosmetology because she enjoys working with hair and nails. “It’s fun to do things for other people.” She likes experimenting with different haircuts and colors and has already tried red, blue, blonde, green, purple, pink, and brown on her own hair. #wcpiratepride #wcclassof2030
Moms, grandmas, aunts, and all of the other women who are positive role models, thank you for supporting the Pirates! Enjoy your day.
We have been celebrating all of our teachers and support staff this week. Pictured are just a few of the people who are committed to giving every Pirate an opportunity to succeed. We appreciate all that they do!
We have been celebrating Employee Appreciation Week and recognizing all of our educators and support staff. We want to take the opportunity to honor two former employees who made a 3-hour drive to attend the Middle School Open House last week. Ed and Sue Abram wandered the halls and enjoyed the memories. Sue found her old classroom and stood by the door to have her picture taken. She enjoyed looking through old yearbooks and remembering the contributions she had made to them. Ed was able to pose for his picture in front of the "Industrial Arts" building, where he used to teach. He found that one of the display cases he had made was still on the wall in the front lobby. In another display case, he found the white football that he and his 1982 freshman team had signed. Ed and Sue Abram are proof that Pirate Pride continues even after you retire. Once a Pirate, always a Pirate!
The past and the present came together at the Middle School Farewell Open House last week. Pictured are former school principals Augie Herman, John Runzo, and Doug Mescher, and current principal Eric Krissek. Thank you all for supporting the Pirates!
Today is Teacher Appreciation Day. Thank you to all of our educators throughout the school district who are empowering Pirates to learn, lead, and succeed!
Middle School students got to explore a variety of career opportunities today, including city services, the military, medical services, photography, and even beekeeping. Thank you to everyone who came out to give the Pirates a glimpse into what the future may hold!
Who are these masked heroes? They are some of the people who drive a school bus every day and make sure our Pirates get to school and back home. We need more heroes! If you are interested in becoming a superhero, we will help you get there! Contact our transportation department at 937-859-5121, ext. 7, for details.
It's a beautiful Spring Day, and it's Earth Day. Ms. Rosholt and Ms. Taylor’s class at the middle school celebrated both with some time spent outside and some dirt pudding. Not to worry. It wasn't real dirt or worms!
The new Middle/High School is impressive, but we're not forgetting our history! Find out about the Middle School bell (and why it's really just a school bell), and how the Pirate Ship from the floor of the High School serves as the division between the Middle School and High School, and also as a rite of passage as students transition from 8th grade to the High School.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7IJ2Zi9WpI
You may have seen the new Middle/High School from the outside, but there are things you can't see! The student-run Pirate Bay Cafe has been relocated to the new school and will continue to serve students and staff when school resumes in August. The new courtyard has a deck shaped like a ship. The dining area for students is full of light. The High School gym has seating for Pirate fans and visitors as well as special seating for students and the pep band. Classrooms are well-lit and designed to meet the needs of individual classes. Hallways and lockers are ready for students' arrival in August. Some hallways offer a view into the courtyard. The library ceiling has been painted with a Pirate compass, and yes, the directions on the compass are accurate! There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house prior to the beginning of school. Stay tuned! We will publish that date when it's available.
The weather has been beautiful, especially for playing softball! We have some pictures from a recent Middle School game. Go Pirates!
Middle School National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) members ran a hygiene drive, collecting soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more to donate to HTC (formerly known as Hannah's Treasure Chest). Special shout-out to Jordan L. and his mom! Jordan brought in the most items, and his mom, who is a dental hygienist, was able to secure numerous donations. West Carrollton Schools partners with HTC to provide families in need with children's clothing and hygiene products. Our school wanted to give back to support the agency that helps so many families in our district. (All referrals to HTC go through a partner agency). Pictured are some NJHS members who were available to help load the car for District Social Worker Nicole Meyer so she could deliver the donations. Families who need resources may contact Mrs. Meyer at nmeyer@wcsd.k12.oh.us for assistance. If you would like to shop at HTC, you can visit https://www.shophannahs.org/ for information including hours. If you would like to know more about HTC, or are interested in making a donation, visit https://www.htcdayton.org/
Congratulations to Reagan! Her classmates voted, and she won the 7th-grade talent show with her dance act.
Who's got talent? Middle School students do! 7th-grade students (and some staff members) showcased their talents this morning and performed for their classmates. Great job, Pirates!
