Dear Students,
West Bladen High School is excited to announce the 2026 Junior–Senior Prom, themed “An Evening at Gatsby’s Mansion.” Prom will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Venue at Barefoot Farms in Bladenboro, NC.
To ensure prom is a safe, enjoyable, and memorable experience for everyone, please carefully review the following important guidelines and expectations:
Formal Dress Code
Formal attire is required for all students and guests. Dresses and suits must meet all school dress code guidelines. Excessive cleavage, overly high slits, improper cutouts, sagging pants, jeans, or t-shirts are not permitted. No pinning or taping will be allowed to alter a dress that does not already meet dress code requirements. Administration will make final decisions regarding appropriate attire. Students who do not meet dress code standards will not be allowed entry.
Tickets, Dues, and Guests
Prom admission is covered by junior and senior dues, which must be paid by March 6, 2026.
Non–WBHS guests must be approved, be under the age of 21, and require a $40 guest fee and completed guest form by March 6, 2026.
Behavior & Safety
Prom is a school-sponsored event. All school and county discipline policies apply. Any use or possession of drugs, alcohol, or weapons will result in immediate removal, school consequences, and possible legal action. Law enforcement will be present inside and outside the venue.
Entry & Attendance Rules
Students and guests must present a ticket and photo ID to enter. Once admitted, no re-entry will be allowed. Students or guests with felony charges may not attend. No refunds will be issued for any reason.
Forms & Deadlines
The Prom Dress Code & Guidelines Form must be signed by the student and parent/guardian and returned to Mrs. Elliott (Guidance) by March 6, 2026.
👉 Forms may be picked up from the Front Desk or the Guidance Office.
Students will not be permitted to attend prom without completed and signed forms.
Please take time to review all guidelines carefully and plan accordingly. Our goal is to provide an elegant, safe, and unforgettable prom experience for everyone.
If you have questions about attire or expectations, please see Ms. Lennon for clarification.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Sincerely,
WBHS Prom Committee
West Bladen High School is excited to announce the 2026 Junior–Senior Prom, themed “An Evening at Gatsby’s Mansion.” Prom will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Venue at Barefoot Farms in Bladenboro, NC.
To ensure prom is a safe, enjoyable, and memorable experience for everyone, please carefully review the following important guidelines and expectations:
Formal Dress Code
Formal attire is required for all students and guests. Dresses and suits must meet all school dress code guidelines. Excessive cleavage, overly high slits, improper cutouts, sagging pants, jeans, or t-shirts are not permitted. No pinning or taping will be allowed to alter a dress that does not already meet dress code requirements. Administration will make final decisions regarding appropriate attire. Students who do not meet dress code standards will not be allowed entry.
Tickets, Dues, and Guests
Prom admission is covered by junior and senior dues, which must be paid by March 6, 2026.
Non–WBHS guests must be approved, be under the age of 21, and require a $40 guest fee and completed guest form by March 6, 2026.
Behavior & Safety
Prom is a school-sponsored event. All school and county discipline policies apply. Any use or possession of drugs, alcohol, or weapons will result in immediate removal, school consequences, and possible legal action. Law enforcement will be present inside and outside the venue.
Entry & Attendance Rules
Students and guests must present a ticket and photo ID to enter. Once admitted, no re-entry will be allowed. Students or guests with felony charges may not attend. No refunds will be issued for any reason.
Forms & Deadlines
The Prom Dress Code & Guidelines Form must be signed by the student and parent/guardian and returned to Mrs. Elliott (Guidance) by March 6, 2026.
👉 Forms may be picked up from the Front Desk or the Guidance Office.
Students will not be permitted to attend prom without completed and signed forms.
Please take time to review all guidelines carefully and plan accordingly. Our goal is to provide an elegant, safe, and unforgettable prom experience for everyone.
If you have questions about attire or expectations, please see Ms. Lennon for clarification.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Sincerely,
WBHS Prom Committee
‼️ Bladen County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students and staff tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Wind chills are forecasted to be in the single digits. ❄️
🚌The two-hour delay will allow temperatures to rise, providing safer and more comfortable conditions for morning transportation.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning—please stay warm!
🚌The two-hour delay will allow temperatures to rise, providing safer and more comfortable conditions for morning transportation.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning—please stay warm!
Yesterday’s Blood Connection blood drive at West Bladen High School was a powerful reminder of what it means to take care of others.
Because of our students, staff, and community donors, we surpassed our goal and collected even more donations than we did at our last Blood Connection drive. That matters in a real way. Every unit of blood can help someone fighting for their life, a trauma victim after an accident, a patient in surgery, a mother experiencing complications, or a child receiving ongoing treatment. In those moments, blood is not something that can be made or replaced. It has to be given.
Thank you to everyone who stepped up to donate and to those who helped make the drive happen. You did more than meet a goal. You helped save lives.
Because of our students, staff, and community donors, we surpassed our goal and collected even more donations than we did at our last Blood Connection drive. That matters in a real way. Every unit of blood can help someone fighting for their life, a trauma victim after an accident, a patient in surgery, a mother experiencing complications, or a child receiving ongoing treatment. In those moments, blood is not something that can be made or replaced. It has to be given.
Thank you to everyone who stepped up to donate and to those who helped make the drive happen. You did more than meet a goal. You helped save lives.
This week’s Employee of the Week is Mr. Chris Poole, our Band Director. Thank you, Mr. Poole, for your dedication to our students and for the pride you bring to West Bladen through our band program.
🥨 Beta Convention Snack Drive! 🥤
Our West Bladen Beta students are heading to Beta Convention this week, and we want to make sure they are well-fueled for the trip!
We are looking for snack donations to support our students. If you are a Beta student or a parent looking for service hours, this is a great way to earn them!
Items Needed:
Snacks: Pop-Tarts, Welch’s Fruit Snacks, granola bars, muffins, and similar individually wrapped items.
Drinks: Capri Suns and small water bottles.
Drop-off Location: Please drop all donations off in the front office (This helps our students avoid hauling heavy items upstairs to Ms. Faircloth's room!)
Thank you for supporting our Beta Club! Go Knights! ⚔️✨
Our West Bladen Beta students are heading to Beta Convention this week, and we want to make sure they are well-fueled for the trip!
We are looking for snack donations to support our students. If you are a Beta student or a parent looking for service hours, this is a great way to earn them!
Items Needed:
Snacks: Pop-Tarts, Welch’s Fruit Snacks, granola bars, muffins, and similar individually wrapped items.
Drinks: Capri Suns and small water bottles.
Drop-off Location: Please drop all donations off in the front office (This helps our students avoid hauling heavy items upstairs to Ms. Faircloth's room!)
Thank you for supporting our Beta Club! Go Knights! ⚔️✨
It's not too late! Take the survey TODAY and help shape the future of Bladen County Schools! 🎓✨
We're embarking on an exciting journey to develop our next strategic plan, and we want YOU to be part of it! With North Carolina's new state strategic plan recently released, now is the perfect time to ensure our local priorities align with state goals while reflecting what matters most to OUR community.
We need YOUR voice!
Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community member, your input is invaluable. We've created a survey that asks:
What priorities matter most to you for our students?
Which focus areas should guide our work over the next 3-5 years?
Are you interested in serving on our strategic planning committee?
📱 Take the Survey: Available now through Friday, January 23
🔗 Access the survey at the link below.
https://forms.gle/fcgx8VFPDv43HqP37
This process is just beginning. We're committed to being thorough and thoughtful as we chart our course forward together. Every voice matters, and we can't wait to hear from you!
BCS Families—Due to expected winter weather in our area, Bladen County Schools will transition to an asynchronous remote learning day for Monday, January 26.
Asynchronous learning means that students will work independently on assignments that teachers have either posted in Canvas, Google Classroom, or will be sending home with students tomorrow, Friday, January 23. Staff will receive information regarding work schedule from their supervisors.
Additionally, all school buildings and district departments will be closed and there will be no events or activities held on Monday. A decision regarding school operations for Tuesday, January 27, will be made no later than 8 pm on Monday, January 26.
We appreciate your cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff, and we encourage everyone to closely monitor all communication channels for additional updates.
Please stay warm!
Asynchronous learning means that students will work independently on assignments that teachers have either posted in Canvas, Google Classroom, or will be sending home with students tomorrow, Friday, January 23. Staff will receive information regarding work schedule from their supervisors.
Additionally, all school buildings and district departments will be closed and there will be no events or activities held on Monday. A decision regarding school operations for Tuesday, January 27, will be made no later than 8 pm on Monday, January 26.
We appreciate your cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff, and we encourage everyone to closely monitor all communication channels for additional updates.
Please stay warm!
📢 West Bladen FFA Monthly Meeting Recap 📢
The West Bladen FFA Chapter held its monthly meeting Tuesday in the ag shop—and we are officially entering our busy season! 💙💛
Students rotated through a variety of hands-on FFA contest activities, including:
🥩 Meats – putting together a meat cut model
🥔 Food Science – guessing chip flavors
🎯 Hunter Safety – shooting rubber bands into cups
🚜 Truck & Tractor – maneuvering a small pipe
🔥 Welding – precision practice using mayo packets
Lots of learning, teamwork, and laughter—fun was had by all! We’re excited for everything ahead this season. 🌾💪
The West Bladen FFA Chapter held its monthly meeting Tuesday in the ag shop—and we are officially entering our busy season! 💙💛
Students rotated through a variety of hands-on FFA contest activities, including:
🥩 Meats – putting together a meat cut model
🥔 Food Science – guessing chip flavors
🎯 Hunter Safety – shooting rubber bands into cups
🚜 Truck & Tractor – maneuvering a small pipe
🔥 Welding – precision practice using mayo packets
Lots of learning, teamwork, and laughter—fun was had by all! We’re excited for everything ahead this season. 🌾💪
There’s no place like home! 💜🏠 Mr. Brisson shares that returning to teach at West Bladen High School, helped him find his true drive as an educator. He loves serving the students he shares a home and community with. We are so glad to have you at West! ⚔️
Due to the possibility of inclement weather this weekend, the Beta Showcase scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, has been canceled. We are working on rescheduling and will announce as soon as possible.
Any student who is 16 or older may give blood this Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 9am to 2pm. Please see Chief Courtright to sign up.
BCS Families—There is no school on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All BCS schools, departments and facilities will be closed.
We are proud to recognize Kendra Wilkins from our School Nutrition Department as our Employee of the Week.
Kendra plays an important role in making sure our students start each day with nutritious meals served with care and consistency. Her reliability, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever needed make a real difference for our students and staff.
Thank you, Kendra, for your dedication to our school and for the work you do each day to support our students and our school community.
Kendra plays an important role in making sure our students start each day with nutritious meals served with care and consistency. Her reliability, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever needed make a real difference for our students and staff.
Thank you, Kendra, for your dedication to our school and for the work you do each day to support our students and our school community.
New, 2nd Year members, and Parents please join us on February 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM for the National Technical Honor Society Induction Ceremony at West Bladen High School.
We will proudly welcome our newest members, recognizing their leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to career and technical education pathways that prepare students for success.
We will proudly welcome our newest members, recognizing their leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to career and technical education pathways that prepare students for success.
💍 Save the Date, Class of 2027! 💍
It’s almost time to celebrate! The West Bladen High School Class Ring Ceremony has been scheduled. Join us to mark this special milestone.
📅 When: Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Media Center
Important: ⚠️ All balances must be paid in full to participate. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Link: Visit jostens.com to place an order or check your balance.
It’s almost time to celebrate! The West Bladen High School Class Ring Ceremony has been scheduled. Join us to mark this special milestone.
📅 When: Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Media Center
Important: ⚠️ All balances must be paid in full to participate. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Link: Visit jostens.com to place an order or check your balance.
Help Shape the Future of Bladen County Schools! 🎓✨
We're embarking on an exciting journey to develop our next strategic plan, and we want YOU to be part of it! With North Carolina's new state strategic plan recently released, now is the perfect time to ensure our local priorities align with state goals while reflecting what matters most to OUR community.
We need YOUR voice!
Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community member, your input is invaluable. We've created a survey that asks:
What priorities matter most to you for our students?
Which focus areas should guide our work over the next 3-5 years?
Are you interested in serving on our strategic planning committee?
📱 Take the Survey: Available now through Friday, January 23
🔗 Access the survey at the link below.
https://forms.gle/fcgx8VFPDv43HqP37
This process is just beginning. We're committed to being thorough and thoughtful as we chart our course forward together. Every voice matters, and we can't wait to hear from you!
We're embarking on an exciting journey to develop our next strategic plan, and we want YOU to be part of it! With North Carolina's new state strategic plan recently released, now is the perfect time to ensure our local priorities align with state goals while reflecting what matters most to OUR community.
We need YOUR voice!
Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community member, your input is invaluable. We've created a survey that asks:
What priorities matter most to you for our students?
Which focus areas should guide our work over the next 3-5 years?
Are you interested in serving on our strategic planning committee?
📱 Take the Survey: Available now through Friday, January 23
🔗 Access the survey at the link below.
https://forms.gle/fcgx8VFPDv43HqP37
This process is just beginning. We're committed to being thorough and thoughtful as we chart our course forward together. Every voice matters, and we can't wait to hear from you!
The West Bladen High School Agriculture Program is looking for help to beautify our campus! We are currently holding a Flower Bulb Drive and would love your support.
We are accepting donations of bulbs to plant around the school grounds. If you have extra bulbs or would like to pick some up to donate, we are looking for: 🌼 Daffodils, Tulips, & Lilies 🌸 Iris, Hyacinth, & Gladiolus 🌺 Canna, Caladium, Dahlias, & Crocus ✨ ...or anything else interesting!
📍 Drop-off Location: WBHS Front Office 📅 When: School days from January 12th – April 3rd
For questions, please contact Sean Nunnery at smnunnery@bladen.k12.nc.us. Thank you for helping our school grow!
We are accepting donations of bulbs to plant around the school grounds. If you have extra bulbs or would like to pick some up to donate, we are looking for: 🌼 Daffodils, Tulips, & Lilies 🌸 Iris, Hyacinth, & Gladiolus 🌺 Canna, Caladium, Dahlias, & Crocus ✨ ...or anything else interesting!
📍 Drop-off Location: WBHS Front Office 📅 When: School days from January 12th – April 3rd
For questions, please contact Sean Nunnery at smnunnery@bladen.k12.nc.us. Thank you for helping our school grow!
The future is bright! ✨ The Career Fair 2026 is coming next month! Get ready to meet with top employers and colleges right on campus.
📅 Feb 5: West Bladen High School ⌚ 8am - 12pm
Let's Connect, Grow, and Succeed! 💼🎓
📅 Feb 5: West Bladen High School ⌚ 8am - 12pm
Let's Connect, Grow, and Succeed! 💼🎓
Attention FFA members!
If you are interested in participating in Equine (Horse) Judging, Poultry Evaluation, or Livestock Evaluation CDE competitions, please plan to attend the FFA meeting on Tuesday, January 13.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, you must see Ms. Boomhower in Room C-1317 no later than Wednesday, January 14 to express your interest.
These competitions are a great way to build industry knowledge, leadership skills, and represent our FFA chapter.
If you are interested in participating in Equine (Horse) Judging, Poultry Evaluation, or Livestock Evaluation CDE competitions, please plan to attend the FFA meeting on Tuesday, January 13.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, you must see Ms. Boomhower in Room C-1317 no later than Wednesday, January 14 to express your interest.
These competitions are a great way to build industry knowledge, leadership skills, and represent our FFA chapter.
West Bladen Beta Showcase
Come out and support our amazing students as we gear up for the state convention! Join us January 24, 2025, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM at Bladen Community College.
Donations of snacks, bottled water, paper goods, black socks, or any contribution are greatly appreciated.
Everyone is welcome!
Come out and support our amazing students as we gear up for the state convention! Join us January 24, 2025, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM at Bladen Community College.
Donations of snacks, bottled water, paper goods, black socks, or any contribution are greatly appreciated.
Everyone is welcome!
