Washington County Schools

Washington County Schools is committed to providing continuous, meaningful learning for all students—even when circumstances require us to close school buildings. In the event schools must be closed due to inclement weather, emergencies, or other unforeseen situations, Washington County Schools may implement a Remote Learning Day for all students across the district.

If the need arises, Remote Learning Days will be communicated through the same public announcement methods used for other school closure days, including district communication channels and local media outlets.

Our Washington County Schools Framework for Remote Learning aligns with Tennessee law (T.C.A. § 49-6-3004(i) and T.C.A. § 49-2-139) and Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) expectations. This framework outlines procedures for technology readiness, instructional delivery, staff coordination, and family support. While it provides consistency across the district, it also allows flexibility to meet the unique needs of each school and classroom.

Remote Learning Days are considered instructional days when students are provided meaningful learning opportunities and participation is appropriately documented. Instruction during remote learning days will include English Language Arts, mathematics, science, social studies, intervention, life-skills learning, and physical activity.

During a remote learning day, instruction will be structured to provide meaningful learning experiences while maintaining age-appropriate expectations. Students in grades 1–12 will participate in approximately 6.5 hours of instruction per day.

This time may include a combination of live teacher-led lessons, teacher office hours for support, independent practice, and scheduled breaks throughout the day. PreK and kindergarten students will participate in approximately 4 hours of instruction per day, which will include a balance of teacher-led activities, learning packets, and hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences designed to support early learning.

Please note that you will receive additional communication directly from your child’s school with specific details related to classroom expectations, schedules, and instructional activities. Attendance procedures and expectations for remote learning days will be communicated directly by each individual school. Families should refer to their school’s communication for specific guidance on how attendance will be recorded and what is required to ensure students are marked present.

We appreciate your continued partnership and support as we work together to ensure learning continues for every student, even when school buildings are closed.

Our very own J.W. McKinney has been nominated for National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year, a national program that recognizes educators for the positive difference they make in the lives of their students. We are so proud of Mr. McKinney so please join us in congratulating him for this very worthy recognition!
To support Mr. McKinney’s nomination (and maybe help him win the $20,000 National Grand Prize), visit his profile on the LifeChanger of the Year website link here and leave a comment about how Mr. McKinney has changed your life. #LCOY https://tinyurl.com/5cde2n9z

ATTENTION: SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE -- 2 HOUR DELAY -- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN BUT WILL BE DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS Friday, December 12, 2025

All Schools and morning bus services will run TWO (2) HOURS LATER than the regularly scheduled time(s).

ATTENTION: SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE – SCHOOLS DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS –TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE CURRENTLY SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN BUT WILL BE DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025

All Schools and morning bus services will run TWO (2) HOURS LATER than the regularly scheduled time(s).

We will evaluate the conditions of the roadways throughout the early morning hours. If an additional change in the status of schools is required due to existing or probable inclement weather conditions, communications will be initiated by/before 7:00 AM.

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN BUT WILL BE DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

All Schools and morning bus services will run TWO (2) HOURS LATER than the regularly scheduled time(s).

We will continue to evaluate the conditions of the roadways in the early morning hours. If an additional change in the status of schools is required, communications will be initiated by 7:00 AM Tuesday morning.

To review the Washington County Schools Inclement Weather Procedures, click on this direct LINK to our district website.