Fall Branch School

Parents who would like to request that their child attend a county school outside the zone for which their child is assigned must apply for open enrollment. Families living outside of the Washington County School District must apply for a contract through the Open Enrollment process.

To learn which school your child is zoned to, please visit or call the Washington County Schools Student Support Office at (423) 753-1112.

Open Enrollment Schedule

March 23 – April 11, 2026: Parents/Guardians may apply for open or contract enrollment at a school to which a student is not zoned.
June 20, 2026: The anticipated date when notification to parents/guardians of student enrollment status will be complete. Kindergarten notification may not occur until the end of July.

Open this link for all the information: https://aptg.co/hPHkHG

Updated Baseball and Softball Schedule to reflect changes for April. Games begin at 5:00pm with softball playing first. Ticket prices are: $6.00 per adult, $2.00 per student, or $12.00 per family.

Recently, STEM teacher from Fall Branch School (Mrs. Murray) and CTE Teacher Sulphur Springs (Diane O'Neal) proposed a creative new entirprise for STEM Students! Read all about this new inoovative program for our students in this article from the Johnson City Press!

https://johnsoncitypress.com/news/365380/washington-county-schools-launch-enterprise-club/

ATTENTION: SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE -- TWO (2) HOUR DELAY -- TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN BUT WILL BE DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS , TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026.

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 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.

Resources
Link to National Weather Service Cold Weather Safety Tips
Link to WCS Inclement Weather Procedures
Link to WCS Regular School Hours

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.

ATTENTION: REVISED SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE – SCHOOLS CLOSED – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026

All WCS District Offices will be OPEN with a Two (2) Hour Delay.

Washington County Schools SACC (School-Age Child Care) Snow Day Services program will be OPEN to provide the service to registered families. Please note that this service is available only to students who have completed prior registration for Snow Day Services and have received confirmation of enrollment. The program will operate at Jonesborough Elementary School, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Everyone should expect and look forward to a return a regular schedule next week.

Additional Resources and Information
Link to WCS Inclement Weather Procedures
Link to National Weather Service Cold Weather Safety Tips

ATTENTION: SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE -- TWO (2) HOUR DELAY -- FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE SCHEDULED TO BE OPEN BUT WILL BE DELAYED TWO (2) HOURS Tomorrow, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026.

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 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.

Resources
Link to National Weather Service Cold Weather Safety Tips
Link to WCS Inclement Weather Procedures
Link to WCS Regular School Hours

ATTENTION: REVISED SCHOOL STATUS UPDATE – SCHOOLS CLOSED – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026

ALL WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026

All WCS District Offices will be OPEN on a regular schedule

Washington County Schools SACC (School-Age Child Care) Snow Day Services program will be OPEN to provide the service to registered families. Please note that this service is available only to students who have completed prior registration for Snow Day Services and have received confirmation of enrollment. The program will operate at Jonesborough Elementary School, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

An update on the status for FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026, will be provided by 4:00 PM on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Additional Resources and Information
Link to WCS Inclement Weather Procedures
Linkto National Weather Service Cold Weather Safety Tips