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Located in southeastern North Carolina, Wayne County Public Schools is the 21st largest school district in the state with 33 schools and approximately 19,000 students grades K-13. The Wayne County Board of Education was organized in 1872. Over the past 144 years our school district has grown to approximately 3,000 employees, making us the second largest employer in Wayne County. Our schools offer a rigorous academic program, with a broad range of academic services and options tailored to today’s learner.

A new chapter begins! 🎉✂️This week, WCPS celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Rosewood Middle School—a historic mil...
10/23/2026

A new chapter begins! 🎉✂️

This week, WCPS celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Rosewood Middle School—a historic milestone that represents an investment in our students, our educators, and the future of Wayne County.

Like the former school building that served the community for over a century, the new Rosewood Middle will provide a place for students to learn, grow, explore new opportunities, and build a foundation for success for generations to come.

We are grateful to our NC legislators, local elected officials, district staff, community partners, and everyone whose support helped make this vision a reality!

WCPS is proud to recognize Tamara Melvin, School Bus Driver of the Quarter from Tommy’s Road Elementary, nominated by he...
10/20/2026

WCPS is proud to recognize Tamara Melvin, School Bus Driver of the Quarter from Tommy’s Road Elementary, nominated by her administrator.

“Tamara Melvin is a highly dedicated bus driver with a genuine heart for children. She consistently provides a friendly, nurturing, and caring environment. She believes strongly in building positive relationships, knowing that trust and kindness are key in creating a successful bus environment.” 🚌❤️

WCPS is proud to recognize Frances Capps, School Bus Driver of the Quarter, from Grantham Elementary, nominated by her ...
10/20/2026

WCPS is proud to recognize Frances Capps, School Bus Driver of the Quarter, from Grantham Elementary, nominated by her administrator.

“Frances Capps is dependable, dedicated, and committed to ensuring our students arrive and return from school safely. She builds relationships with her students helps create a positive beginning and end to their day. Mrs. Capps can be counted on to do what she does best- take care of our students.” 🚌❤️

WCPS is proud to recognize Sonja Russell of Carver Elementary as a School Bus Driver of the Quarter, nominated by her ad...
10/20/2026

WCPS is proud to recognize Sonja Russell of Carver Elementary as a School Bus Driver of the Quarter, nominated by her administrator.

“Sonja Russell goes above and beyond. She loves her students, and she is thorough. She has a lot of school spirit as well. We are so glad she is the first face students see in the morning.” 🚌❤️

WCPS is proud to recognize Amethyst Rivera, School Bus Driver of the Quarter from Spring Creek Middle, who was nominated...
10/20/2026

WCPS is proud to recognize Amethyst Rivera, School Bus Driver of the Quarter from Spring Creek Middle, who was nominated by her administrator.

“Amethyst Rivera is dependable and shows up everyday ready to do her job. She takes time to get to know her students and builds positive relationships that help create a welcoming environment on her bus.” 🚌❤️

As we close National School Lunch Week, we send a special thank you to our amazing School Nutrition staff. From preparin...
10/16/2026

As we close National School Lunch Week, we send a special thank you to our amazing School Nutrition staff. From preparing nutritious meals to greeting students with a smile, these dedicated staff members play an important role in keeping our students fueled, focused, and ready to learn!❤️

🎪This year’s theme, “Cafeteria Circus,” helped celebrate the important role meals play for our students daily.

Enjoy a few highlights from across the district! 📷

10/16/2026

REMINDER: Monday, October 19, will be a Workday for Traditional Calendar schools. There will be no school for students. WEMCHS and WSE will operate on their regular schedules. Please contact your child’s school if you need more information.

🎡 What a wonderful week at the fair for WCPS! 👏🏻From kindergarten field trips and talent shows to cheer competitions and...
10/09/2026

🎡 What a wonderful week at the fair for WCPS! 👏🏻

From kindergarten field trips and talent shows to cheer competitions and CTE contests, our students have truly shined and represented WCPS so well. We are incredibly proud of all our talented students who participated, shared their skills, and made this week so special!

📷 Take a look at some highlights from an amazing week at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair!

🎡 The wait is finally over, and the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair is underway!As you enjoy the rides, food, exhibits ...
10/01/2026

🎡 The wait is finally over, and the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair is underway!

As you enjoy the rides, food, exhibits and entertainment, be sure to take the time to see the incredible work (and talent!) of our students, including student artwork, CTE exhibits and agricultural displays.

Over the next week and a half, hundreds of our students will also take to the stage, cheer mat and other event venues to compete in the various fair competitions. We hope you’ll join us in cheering them on!

👉 See what’s happening! Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair

We can’t wait to see you at the fair! 🎨🔧🏆

Join us in congratulating Nicole Alphin, Southern Wayne High Family and Consumer Sciences teacher, for being named the W...
09/24/2026

Join us in congratulating Nicole Alphin, Southern Wayne High Family and Consumer Sciences teacher, for being named the WCPS 2027 NCCAT Beginning Teacher of the Year! 🎉

Ms. Alphin has been a wonderful addition to the Saints family! She brings a passion and dedication to her classroom and creates meaningful learning experiences that help her students build valuable skills for the future.

We are proud of Ms. Alphin and wish her the very best as she moves on to the next stage of the NCCAT Beginning Teacher of the Year selection process! 👏🏻

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Goldsboro, NC
27534

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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