Isle of Wight County Schools

06/16/2026

🚢⚓ Tall Ship Tuesdays: Voyage to 250 ⚓🚢

🏆 ISLE Inspire Award – Pride of Baltimore II 💡

Each month, IWCS celebrates outstanding individuals and partners who truly Inspire, Succeed, Lead, and Empower in our schools and community. 💡🏆🎯💪

For May, we were honored to present the ISLE Inspire Award to the Pride of Baltimore II during a virtual meeting with Captain Jan Miles and members of the crew.

Through an extraordinary partnership connected to Sail250® Virginia and the Adopt-A-Ship program, the Pride of Baltimore II has provided Isle of Wight County students with unique opportunities to connect history, innovation, and global culture through authentic, hands-on learning experiences.

From exploring maritime history and the science of sailing to engaging in creative, student-driven projects, this partnership is inspiring curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking in the next generation of learners.

As a sailing ambassador of the Chesapeake Bay and American maritime heritage, the Pride of Baltimore II is helping bring history to life in meaningful and memorable ways—and for that, we are proud to recognize them with the ISLE Inspire Award.

👏 Please join us in congratulating the captain and crew of the Pride of Baltimore II!

⚓ What has been your favorite part of our Voyage to 250 journey so far?

06/16/2026

Public Hearing and Interviews for District 5 Vacant Board Seat hosted at Westside Elementary on 6/16/26.

06/16/2026

Isle of Wight County Schools proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies for Smithfield High School and Windsor High School on Friday, June 12, at Liberty Live in Hampton, Virginia. Windsor High School graduated 113 students, including 46 honor graduates. Collectively, the WHS Class of 2026 earned $1,370,000 in scholarship awards. Zachary Sharp, of Carrsville, Virginia, was named Windsor High School’s valedictorian. He is the son of Adina Rose and Matthew Sharp. Zachary will attend Virginia Tech, where he plans to major in aerospace engineering. Keilaelle Boseman, of Windsor, Virginia, was named salutatorian. She is the daughter of Racquel and John Boseman. Keilaelle will attend Old Dominion University, where she plans to major in chemistry/pre-med.

Smithfield High School graduated 328 students, including 119 honor graduates. The SHS Class of 2026 earned $3.7 million in scholarship awards. Ethan Caggiano was named Smithfield High School’s valedictorian. He is the son of Stephanie and Dr. John Caggiano, of Smithfield, Virginia. Ethan will attend William & Mary, where he plans to study geology and GIS. Abigail Wahl was named salutatorian. She is the daughter of Kate and Christopher Wahl, of Smithfield, Virginia. Abigail will attend the University of Virginia in the fall, where she plans to major in mechanical engineering.

Isle of Wight County Schools congratulates all members of the Class of 2026 and celebrates their many achievements, future plans, and the bright paths ahead.

06/12/2026

🎓📺 Watch the Smithfield High School Class of 2026 Live!

🔗 Watch here:
https://libertylive.church/livestream/hpt/

🕑Ceremony begins at 2:00 pm🎓

Join us as we honor the achievements, memories, and bright futures of the Smithfield High School Class of 2026. Congratulations to all of our graduates—we can't wait to celebrate this special day with you! 💙💛

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Watch live services from Liberty Live Church’s Hampton campus on our Livestream Hampton page—wherever you are.

06/12/2026

🎓📺 Watch the Windsor High School Class of 2026 Live!

🔗 Watch here:
https://libertylive.church/livestream/hpt/

🕤Ceremony begins at 9:30 am🎓

Join us as we honor the achievements, memories, and bright futures of the Windsor High School Class of 2026. Congratulations to all of our graduates—we can't wait to celebrate this special day with you! 💙💛

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Watch live services from Liberty Live Church’s Hampton campus on our Livestream Hampton page—wherever you are.

06/11/2026

🎓✨ Tomorrow, the tassels turn.

As we prepare to celebrate the commencement ceremonies for Smithfield High School and Windsor High School, we pause to recognize the incredible accomplishments of the Isle of Wight County Schools Class of 2026.

This remarkable class has earned college acceptances across the country, completed advanced coursework and dual enrollment classes, secured industry certifications, signed employment contracts with local businesses, committed to military service, and pursued countless pathways toward bright futures.

📚 441 Graduates
🎓 165 Honor Graduates
🏅 246 AP Courses Completed
📖 449 Dual Enrollment Courses Completed
💰 More than $5 million in scholarships awarded

From college campuses and career pathways to military service and workforce opportunities, the Class of 2026 has demonstrated that success takes many forms—and that the future is full of possibilities.

Tomorrow, we celebrate not only what these graduates have accomplished, but who they have become.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026. Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have prepared you for what comes next, and we cannot wait to see the impact you will make on the world.

💙 Once a Packer. Once a Windsor Duke. Always part of the IWCS family.

06/11/2026

🎓✨ Graduation Day is almost here!

Tomorrow, we will celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026 as the graduates of Smithfield High School and Windsor High School take the stage and begin their next chapter.

For family members and friends who are unable to attend in person, both ceremonies will be streamed live by Liberty Live.

📢 Please note: The livestream links will be shared tomorrow approximately one hour before each ceremony on the Isle of Wight County Schools Facebook and Instagram pages.

Whether you're joining us in person or celebrating from afar, we look forward to honoring the achievements, memories, and bright futures of the Class of 2026 together. 💙💛

🎓 Congratulations, graduates! Your IWCS family is proud of you, and we can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow.

06/11/2026

The School Board will hold a special called meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm in the Westside Elementary School Auditorium, 800 W. Main St., Smithfield, VA 23430. The board will interview the applicants under consideration to fill the vacant District 5 seat. The meeting will be streamed live on the IWCS page and YouTube channel. For more information on the process, visit https://www.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/pages/schoolboard

06/10/2026

🎓💙 Congratulations to the graduates and honorees of the Isle of Wight County Schools Alternative Learning Center!

On June 3, we celebrated students and adult learners whose stories are powerful reminders that success is not defined by a single path. Through programs including ISAEP, Adult & Continuing Education, English Language Learners, and Integrated Education & Training (Welding), these individuals demonstrated perseverance, determination, and a commitment to achieving their goals.

As we prepare to celebrate the graduating classes of Smithfield High School and Windsor High School this week, we are equally proud to recognize the accomplishments of those who found success through alternative pathways and nontraditional learning opportunities.

At IWCS, we believe every learner deserves the opportunity to discover their unique gifts and talents. Whether earning a GED, learning English, gaining workforce skills, or preparing for the next chapter in life, the Alternative Learning Center provides meaningful opportunities that help students and adult learners become college, career, and life ready.

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 ALC graduates:

⭐ Jesse Collins
⭐ Nashawn Greene
⭐ Angel Rodgers-Branch
⭐ Cristhian Bautista Mejia
⭐ Zoey Grain
⭐ Christian Newman

We also celebrate the many students and adult learners who were recognized for their perseverance, leadership, growth, and dedication throughout the year. Your achievements inspire us, and we are proud to be part of your journey.

Please join us in congratulating these remarkable learners and celebrating the many pathways to success available in Isle of Wight County Schools! 👏

06/10/2026

Calendar Reminders:

All IWCS Schools will dismiss 3 hours early on Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11. High School graduations will occur Friday, June 12. June 12 is also an employee work day.