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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES UNITED WAY ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to Team WCPS for exceeding its $20,000 goal during the annual United Way of Southern Kentucky campaign. These gifts support students and families across the community, including WCPS initiatives such as the Little Learners Mobile Classroom, KinderReady Summer Academy, and college and career readiness programs.
UNITED WAY AT WORK
UNITED WAY IN WCPS SCHOOLS
LITTLE LEARNERS MOBILE CLASSROOM
KINDERREADY SUMMER ACADEMY
COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
OVER THE EDGE TEAM FUNDRAISING AWARD Warren County Public Schools earned the Team Fundraising Award for Over the Edge in support of the Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center. The recognition highlights the efforts of Team WCPS and the many students, staff and supporters who helped raise funds and bring awareness to an important cause in the community. WCPS is proud to support the Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center and is grateful to everyone who helped make this fundraising effort a success. WCPS is especially proud of the Team WCPS members who went over the edge: Dr. Tracey Young, Deputy Matt Edwards, Dr. Wesley Waddle, Chris McIntyre, and Ashton and Hayden Blankenship.
DEPUTY DEAN CLARK AND ROCKY REPRESENT TEAM WCPS Deputy Dean Clark, SRO, and Rocky represented Team WCPS at Over the Edge. WCPS students also shared their talents at the event, including Greenwood High School's Choir, which performed the National Anthem, Briarwood Elementary's Hoppin' Huskies and Alvaton Elementary's Cardio Drumming Team.
DRAKES CREEK MIDDLE FOOTBALL RAISES MORE THAN $1,000 The Drakes Creek Middle School football team raised more than $1,000 for Over the Edge in support of the Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center. Over the Edge: Drakes Creek Middle School
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
OVER THE EDGE IN PHOTOS
OVER THE EDGE: TEAM WCPS
OVER THE EDGE: ALVATON CARDIO DRUMMING TEAM
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OVER THE EDGE: CARDIO DRUMMING PERFORMANCE
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
OVER THE EDGE IN PHOTOS
OVER THE EDGE: BRIARWOOD ELEMENTARY HOPPIN' HUSKIES
OVER THE EDGE: GREENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
WARREN EAST HIGH SCHOOL
FFA FARM TO TABLE More than 350 Warren East High School and local agriculture supporters attended the annual Farm to Table event in support of agriculture and area youth. Warren East FFA raised more than $6,000 at the auction to help members improve their agriculture projects, strengthening their work ethic, their personal goals and the local economy. The school is proud of its members and grateful for the community's support.
ALVATON ELEMENTARY
FRIENDS OF ALVATON Friends of Alvaton donated nearly $5,000 to the Alvaton Elementary Family Resource Center. The funds were raised through The Gathering and will support students and families in the Alvaton community. WCPS appreciates this generous community support.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
WKU ATHLETICS PRESENTS EXTRA YARD FOR TEACHERS GRANT WCPS thanks WKU Athletics for presenting the district with a check from the Extra Yard for Teachers grant to help support student success. WCPS appreciates the continued support from WKU Athletics.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
WARREN COUNTY DAY TREATMENT
WKU STUDENT HONORED FOR SERVICE TO WARREN COUNTY DAY TREATMENT Jaden Marshall, a Western Kentucky University student who volunteers at Warren County Day Treatment, has been named the 2026 recipient of the Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children (KECSAC) Outstanding Community Member of the Year Award. The award recognizes community members who make a meaningful difference for students served in state agency programs. Congratulations on this welldeserved honor.
WARREN EAST HIGH SCHOOL
GOLF COACH EARNS STATEWIDE RECOGNITION Warren East Head Golf Coach Justin Spears has been named a 2026 Stewart Gregory Award recipient by the Bluegrass Golf Foundation. Spears has led the boys' and girls' golf teams since 2020, helping nine students qualify for the KHSAA State Championship. The award recognizes coaches who inspire student-athletes and build character through sports. WCPS congratulates Coach Spears on this honor.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
STATE LEADERSHIP
ANTHONY YOUNG APPOINTED SACSAA PRESIDENT-ELECT Congratulations to Anthony Young on his appointment as President-Elect of the State Agency Children School Administrators Association (SACSAA). In this role, Young will serve a two-year term as President-Elect, followed by an additional two-year term as President. As President, he will help lead and represent more than 70 Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children (KECSAC) programs across the state. This appointment recognizes Young's leadership and commitment to supporting students and alternative education programs throughout Kentucky.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
NORTH WARREN ELEMENTARY
STUDENTS SHINE AT THE KENTUCKY STATE FAIR Congratulations to North Warren Elementary students Noraya Riley and Akai Riley on their accomplishments at the 2026 Kentucky State Fair. WCPS is proud to celebrate these students and their hard work, dedication and accomplishments. STATE CHAMPION
Noraya Riley Open Division, Country Hams
THIRD PLACE
Akai Riley 4-H Division, Country Hams
SUMMIT VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DR. PAULETHA BUTTS TO LEAD SUMMIT VIEW ELEMENTARY Dr. Pauletha Butts has been named the new principal of Summit View Elementary School, which is scheduled to open in August 2027. WCPS congratulates Dr. Butts as she prepares to lead this exciting new chapter for the district.
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
SOUTH WARREN HIGH SCHOOL
COACH ERIKA WENGER EARNS REGION 1 COACH OF THE YEAR South Warren High School's Erika Wenger has been named the 2026 Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association Region 1 Boys' Volleyball Coach of the Year. The recognition celebrates her dedication to the sport and the time and effort she invests in supporting and developing student-athletes. WCPS congratulates Coach Wenger on this well-deserved honor.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
SOUTH WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL
LADY SPARTANS WIN 14TH DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP Congratulations to the South Warren Middle School softball team on winning the 14th District Championship and finishing fourth in the state. WCPS is proud of the Lady Spartans and their hard work and dedication throughout the season.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
SOUTH WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL
VOLLEYBALL TEAMS SHINE AT DISTRICT
Congratulations to the SWMS seventh-grade volleyball team on winning the District Championship with a two-set sweep over Bowling Green. The eighth-grade team finished as district runner-up after a hard-fought, threeset match. WCPS is proud of both teams for their outstanding performances, determination and strong seasons.
Eighth Grade: District Runner-Up
SEVENTH GRADE: DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
2026 NATIONAL BETA CONVENTION
WCPS STUDENTS SHINE ON THE NATIONAL STAGE Congratulations to the WCPS students who earned first-, second- and third-place finishes at the 2026 National Beta Convention. Their accomplishments reflect their hard work, dedication and commitment to excellence. WCPS is proud of these students and their achievements on the national stage.
National Champion, 7th Grade Spelling
Mason Hales, Drakes Creek Middle
NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
Performing Arts, Small Group
Solo Vocalist
Ethical Decision-Making
Marketing and Communications
South Warren Middle
Lost River Elementary
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Eden del los Reyes, Jody Richards Elementary
Drakes Creek Middle
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
2026 NATIONAL BETA CONVENTION: SECOND PLACE
4th Grade Spanish
6th Grade Spelling
Beta Blitz
Living Literature
Linda Pena-Alvarado, North Warren Elementary
Lost River Elementary
Steven Calixto, Briarwood Elementary
Cumberland Trace Elementary
Songfest
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
2026 NATIONAL BETA CONVENTION: THIRD PLACE
8th Grade Math
7th Grade Spanish
6th Grade Spanish
Project Proposal
Logan Lecza, South Warren Middle
Abigail Jimenez-Mata, Drakes Creek Middle
Paola Valle Rodriguez, Briarwood Elementary
Lost River Elementary
Performing Arts, Trio Dance
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OCTOBER 15, 2026
KENTUCKY CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP
2026 NEXT-LEVEL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT The Kentucky Center for Leadership's 2026 Next-Level Leadership Summit brought together regional business and community leaders for conversations about leadership, media and community impact. Superintendent Rob Clayton was a featured speaker. Several IMPACT Center for Leadership & Innovation students attended the event. Harper Geralds introduced the Leadership panel, and Silas Krutza introduced the AI panel. WCPS thanks Craig Browning for his support and for sponsoring the session.
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
NEXT-LEVEL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT IN PHOTOS
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CELEBRATIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2026
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS' MONTH
CELEBRATING WCPS PRINCIPALS October is National Principals' Month. WCPS celebrates the dedicated principals who lead its schools, support teachers and staff, and help create learning environments where every student can grow and succeed. Their leadership, commitment and care make a difference in the lives of students and families every day. WCPS thanks its principals for the time, energy and heart they bring to their schools, and appreciates all they do to support students and lead Team WCPS.
NOMINATE A WCPS GRADUATE ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT WCPS is seeking remarkable graduates who deserve to be recognized. Their stories can be shared through the Alumni Spotlight nomination form or by scanning the QR code.
HALL OF DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI: 2027 CLASS Nominations are open for the 2027 Class of the Hall of Distinguished Alumni. Outstanding WCPS graduates can be nominated through the Hall of Distinguished Alumni nomination form or by scanning the QR code. Nominations are due by December 4, 2026. f
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