Employees of the Week at the West Bladen Castle
This week we are proud to recognize Salvador Garcia, our Spanish teacher, and Sergeant First Class Vincent Phillips of the JROTC Department as our Employees of the Week.
Mr. Garcia works each day to help students build language skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in communication. Sergeant First Class Phillips leads with discipline, integrity, and a strong commitment to developing leadership and character in our cadets.
Thank you both for the positive impact you make at the Castle and for your dedication to our students. 💜🤍
This week we are proud to recognize Salvador Garcia, our Spanish teacher, and Sergeant First Class Vincent Phillips of the JROTC Department as our Employees of the Week.
Mr. Garcia works each day to help students build language skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in communication. Sergeant First Class Phillips leads with discipline, integrity, and a strong commitment to developing leadership and character in our cadets.
Thank you both for the positive impact you make at the Castle and for your dedication to our students. 💜🤍
🎓Senior of the Week🎓
IT’S GAME DAY! ⚾️💜
The Knights are taking the show on the road today as they face off against Gray’s Creek. Let’s bring that West Bladen energy to their turf! ⚔️
📍 Where: Gray's Creek
⏰ First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📅 Date: Wednesday, Feb 25th
The Knights are taking the show on the road today as they face off against Gray’s Creek. Let’s bring that West Bladen energy to their turf! ⚔️
📍 Where: Gray's Creek
⏰ First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📅 Date: Wednesday, Feb 25th
Making the most of every minute! 🏗️✨
While the ACTs had our usual schedule a bit "displaced," Ms. Faircloth’s class turned that time into a major team-building win! Students were challenged to build the tallest tower possible using only index cards. 🃏
It’s amazing what can be built when you work together! Check out these future engineers in action. 👷♂️👷♀️
While the ACTs had our usual schedule a bit "displaced," Ms. Faircloth’s class turned that time into a major team-building win! Students were challenged to build the tallest tower possible using only index cards. 🃏
It’s amazing what can be built when you work together! Check out these future engineers in action. 👷♂️👷♀️
Join us on March 4th at West Bladen High School for two vital sessions designed to keep our community informed and healthy.
Drugs Uncovered (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM): A must-attend workshop to learn about current drug trends, signs of use, and how to protect our youth. - for Adults
Vaping 101 (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM): A deep dive into nicotine prevention, the impact on brain development, and making healthy choices. - for STUDENTS
📍 Location: West Bladen High School
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/952GWpJPR3hMMtFS6
Let’s work together for a safer, healthier future!
Drugs Uncovered (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM): A must-attend workshop to learn about current drug trends, signs of use, and how to protect our youth. - for Adults
Vaping 101 (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM): A deep dive into nicotine prevention, the impact on brain development, and making healthy choices. - for STUDENTS
📍 Location: West Bladen High School
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/952GWpJPR3hMMtFS6
Let’s work together for a safer, healthier future!
Flip into flavor! 🥞✨
Ms. Kinlaw’s Foods 1 students had a blast whipping up delicious chocolate and confetti pancakes today. There’s no better way to learn culinary skills than with a stack of sweets!
What is Shrove Tuesday? Often known as "Pancake Tuesday," it is the traditional day of feasting before the start of Lent. Historically, it was the last opportunity to use up rich ingredients like eggs, sugar, and butter before the fasting season begins—and our students certainly put those ingredients to good use!
Ms. Kinlaw’s Foods 1 students had a blast whipping up delicious chocolate and confetti pancakes today. There’s no better way to learn culinary skills than with a stack of sweets!
What is Shrove Tuesday? Often known as "Pancake Tuesday," it is the traditional day of feasting before the start of Lent. Historically, it was the last opportunity to use up rich ingredients like eggs, sugar, and butter before the fasting season begins—and our students certainly put those ingredients to good use!
Celebrating Black History Month at the Castle!
It’s Game Day in the Diamond! ⚾️
Our West Bladen Knights are heading to Red Springs today for a pre-season scrimmage. Come out and support the team as they sharpen their skills for the upcoming season!
📍 Where: Red Springs High School
⏰ When: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Our West Bladen Knights are heading to Red Springs today for a pre-season scrimmage. Come out and support the team as they sharpen their skills for the upcoming season!
📍 Where: Red Springs High School
⏰ When: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Employees of the Week
This week, we are proud to recognize two outstanding members of our English Department at the Castle, Ronita Troy and Lara Barber, as our Employees of the Week.
Through their dedication to literacy, critical thinking, and meaningful student engagement, Ms. Troy and Ms. Barber help our students grow as readers, writers, and thoughtful communicators. Thank you both for the passion, professionalism, and care you bring to West Bladen High School each day. 💜🤍
This week, we are proud to recognize two outstanding members of our English Department at the Castle, Ronita Troy and Lara Barber, as our Employees of the Week.
Through their dedication to literacy, critical thinking, and meaningful student engagement, Ms. Troy and Ms. Barber help our students grow as readers, writers, and thoughtful communicators. Thank you both for the passion, professionalism, and care you bring to West Bladen High School each day. 💜🤍
Sweet success in the kitchen! 🍭🍍
Ms. Kinlaw’s Foods 2 students had a blast mastering the art of confectionery this week. The classroom was smelling tropical as they whipped up handmade Pina Colada flavored hard candy lollipops. From prepping the molds to the final festive result, these students are proving that science and cooking make a delicious team!
Ms. Kinlaw’s Foods 2 students had a blast mastering the art of confectionery this week. The classroom was smelling tropical as they whipped up handmade Pina Colada flavored hard candy lollipops. From prepping the molds to the final festive result, these students are proving that science and cooking make a delicious team!
Come join us tonight for our Conference Tournament Boy’s Semi Finals!
One step closer to the finish line! 🎓✨
Last week's Junior Class Ring Ceremony was such a special milestone. These rings aren't just jewelry; they’re a symbol of all the hard work, late nights, and memories made at West Bladen High so far. We are so proud of the Class of 2027! 💍
Last week's Junior Class Ring Ceremony was such a special milestone. These rings aren't just jewelry; they’re a symbol of all the hard work, late nights, and memories made at West Bladen High so far. We are so proud of the Class of 2027! 💍
🌟💙 West Bladen FFA Meeting Recap! 💛🌟
What a GREAT afternoon at West Bladen FFA!
Our members kicked things off with official opening ceremonies, followed by chapter updates and important announcements. Then it was time to roll up our sleeves and get to work sharpening those CDE & LDE skills!
Students rotated through hands-on practice stations including:
🐮 Livestock Judging – Placing classes of beef steers, dairy heifers, and market hogs
🥚 Poultry Judging – Grading eggs like true industry professionals
🎤 Extemporaneous Speaking – Crafting and delivering a 15-second speech on the spot
📜 Creed Activity – Building confidence and presentation skills
🐛 Pest ID – Identifying common pests and strengthening ag knowledge
The best part? The camaraderie, team building, laughter, and watching students encourage one another. These moments are what FFA is all about — growing leaders, building confidence, and learning by doing.
So proud of our Knights stepping up and putting in the work! 💪🌾
What a GREAT afternoon at West Bladen FFA!
Our members kicked things off with official opening ceremonies, followed by chapter updates and important announcements. Then it was time to roll up our sleeves and get to work sharpening those CDE & LDE skills!
Students rotated through hands-on practice stations including:
🐮 Livestock Judging – Placing classes of beef steers, dairy heifers, and market hogs
🥚 Poultry Judging – Grading eggs like true industry professionals
🎤 Extemporaneous Speaking – Crafting and delivering a 15-second speech on the spot
📜 Creed Activity – Building confidence and presentation skills
🐛 Pest ID – Identifying common pests and strengthening ag knowledge
The best part? The camaraderie, team building, laughter, and watching students encourage one another. These moments are what FFA is all about — growing leaders, building confidence, and learning by doing.
So proud of our Knights stepping up and putting in the work! 💪🌾
On Friday, PGC students at West Bladen High School proudly participated in No One Eats Alone Day as part of the Sandy Hook Promise initiative.
No One Eats Alone Day is designed for schools that want to celebrate the importance of connectedness, kindness, and belonging. Inspired by the peer led No One Eats Alone program, this no cost initiative helps students recognize social isolation and build meaningful connections starting in the lunchroom and lasting all year.
We are proud of our students for choosing inclusion, showing compassion, and making sure that at PGC, everyone belongs. 💜🤍
Did you know that the School Resource Officer (SRO) program began in the 1950s as a way to build positive relationships between law enforcement and students? Today, we are proud to recognize and thank our very own School Resource Officer, Officer Willoughby, for his dedication, service, and daily commitment to our students and staff. We recently sat down with Officer Willoughby to talk about his role as SRO.
Officer Willoughby told us that he began his career in law enforcement to help others in a time of need and that he likes knowing that all students are safe. He told our Journalism Staff that he could not identify a single moment that stood out but that he has had many positive interactions with students due to his open-door policy. If a student comes by and seems to want to talk, he is willing to give them the opportunity. Officer Willoughby hasn't always been a School Resource Officer. His career spans other roles such as court bailiff, road deputy, and detention officer. Thank you, Officer Willoughby, for your service to our school and our community as a whole!
Officer Willoughby told us that he began his career in law enforcement to help others in a time of need and that he likes knowing that all students are safe. He told our Journalism Staff that he could not identify a single moment that stood out but that he has had many positive interactions with students due to his open-door policy. If a student comes by and seems to want to talk, he is willing to give them the opportunity. Officer Willoughby hasn't always been a School Resource Officer. His career spans other roles such as court bailiff, road deputy, and detention officer. Thank you, Officer Willoughby, for your service to our school and our community as a whole!
We are proud to recognize Dawn Russ from Social Studies/Civics and Clayton Dowless, our Welding Instructor, as our Employees of the Week.
Mrs. Russ works each day to help students understand history, government, and their role as informed and engaged citizens. Mr. Dowless provides hands-on instruction that equips students with practical skills, industry knowledge, and confidence for the workforce.
Thank you both for your dedication to our students and for the positive impact you make on our school community.
Mrs. Russ works each day to help students understand history, government, and their role as informed and engaged citizens. Mr. Dowless provides hands-on instruction that equips students with practical skills, industry knowledge, and confidence for the workforce.
Thank you both for your dedication to our students and for the positive impact you make on our school community.
BCS Families—
📅 Calendar Update: Thursday, February 26th will now be a NO SCHOOL day for students (currently scheduled as a half day). Staff will use this day for professional collaboration.
Please mark your calendars with this change!.
📅 Calendar Update: Thursday, February 26th will now be a NO SCHOOL day for students (currently scheduled as a half day). Staff will use this day for professional collaboration.
Please mark your calendars with this change!.
Calling all West Bladen Juniors! 🗣️ It’s time to sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, and walk into the ACT ready to win.
Join us for our ACT Bootcamp—where preparation meets power! ⚡️
📅 When: February 16th & 17th, 2026
📍 Where: The Media Center
🎯 Who: All Juniors
Don't leave your scores to chance. Get ready to level up! See you there! ⚔️
Join us for our ACT Bootcamp—where preparation meets power! ⚡️
📅 When: February 16th & 17th, 2026
📍 Where: The Media Center
🎯 Who: All Juniors
Don't leave your scores to chance. Get ready to level up! See you there! ⚔️
This is Love the Bus Week, and we are proud to recognize bus driver Sandra Pone for the incredible work she does every day at West Bladen High School.
From safely transporting students safely to school each day to showing patience, professionalism, and genuine care on every route, Sandra makes a meaningful difference for our Knight family. We are grateful for her dedication to our students and for the steady, dependable presence she provides behind the wheel. 💜🤍
As we continue to celebrate Love the Bus Week, we are proud to recognize Driver Demetrius Thompson for the heroic work he does every day at West Bladen High School.
From safely transporting students to showing patience, professionalism, and care on every route, Demetrius makes a real difference for our Knight family. Thank you for your commitment to our students and for being a true everyday hero behind the wheel.
