Employees of the Week
This week we are proud to recognize Preston Worley, Social Studies teacher and Football Coach, and Jacob Rowe, Science teacher, as our Employees of the Week at the Castle.
Coach Worley makes history come alive in the classroom while also investing in our student athletes on the field. Mr. Rowe inspires curiosity and critical thinking in science, helping students explore, question, and discover.
Thank you both for your leadership, dedication, and the positive difference you make for our students each day. 💜🤍
This week we are proud to recognize Preston Worley, Social Studies teacher and Football Coach, and Jacob Rowe, Science teacher, as our Employees of the Week at the Castle.
Coach Worley makes history come alive in the classroom while also investing in our student athletes on the field. Mr. Rowe inspires curiosity and critical thinking in science, helping students explore, question, and discover.
Thank you both for your leadership, dedication, and the positive difference you make for our students each day. 💜🤍
Yesterday our PGC Leaders participated in a fun skill-building activity focused on communication and teamwork. One partner was blindfolded while the other guided them step-by-step to recreate a simple drawing. The result: lots of laughs, stronger communication skills, and a great reminder of how important clear instructions and active listening can be.
On Thursday, March 5th, West Bladen FFA students competed in the FFA Public Speaking LDE events.
🎤 Clinton earned 5th place in Extemporaneous Public Speaking and qualified for the Regional Competition!
🎤 Chloe Walters delivered a wonderful Prepared Public Speech, earning 5th place.
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, confidence, and dedication shown by our public speaking students. Representing West Bladen FFA with professionalism and courage is something to celebrate!
Please join us in wishing Clinton the best of luck at the Regional Competition in Fayetteville! 🌟
#WestBladenFFA #FFA
🎤 Clinton earned 5th place in Extemporaneous Public Speaking and qualified for the Regional Competition!
🎤 Chloe Walters delivered a wonderful Prepared Public Speech, earning 5th place.
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, confidence, and dedication shown by our public speaking students. Representing West Bladen FFA with professionalism and courage is something to celebrate!
Please join us in wishing Clinton the best of luck at the Regional Competition in Fayetteville! 🌟
#WestBladenFFA #FFA
IT’S GAME DAY! ⚾️
Our West Bladen Knights are heading on the road to take on Clinton tonight! Let’s show up loud and proud to support our boys on the diamond.
📍 Location: Clinton
⏰ First Pitch: 6:00 PM
Our West Bladen Knights are heading on the road to take on Clinton tonight! Let’s show up loud and proud to support our boys on the diamond.
📍 Location: Clinton
⏰ First Pitch: 6:00 PM
Last week our school celebrated National FFA Week! Here are some highlights of our FFA chapter.
Monday- Agricultural hat day at the castle! Shoutout to all the students who wore agricultural hats and the few that dawned cowboy hats.
Tuesday- Students were encouraged to wear camo. Some students went above and beyond and wore waders the entire school day. 4 of our FFA members competed in the Southeastern Gator Wars competition. We would like to recognize Brody Rhodes, Connor Sykes, Joshua Strickland, and William Yandle for their participation.
Wednesday- For this day students were encouraged to wear blue and gold or an FFA shirt. Our FFA members celebrated this day of National FFA week through promoting agricultural literacy. 7 of our FFA members went on a field trip to Dublin Primary School to read agricultural related children's books to the 1st grade classes. These 7 students did an outstanding job representing West Bladen High School and promoting agricultural literacy. We would like to recognize Ava Bordeaux, Hayden Morgan, Hailii, Andrews, Caroline Musslewhite, Avery Barkley, Randy Grimsley, William Yandle.
Thank you to all the staff and students who made this National FFA week wonderful!
Monday- Agricultural hat day at the castle! Shoutout to all the students who wore agricultural hats and the few that dawned cowboy hats.
Tuesday- Students were encouraged to wear camo. Some students went above and beyond and wore waders the entire school day. 4 of our FFA members competed in the Southeastern Gator Wars competition. We would like to recognize Brody Rhodes, Connor Sykes, Joshua Strickland, and William Yandle for their participation.
Wednesday- For this day students were encouraged to wear blue and gold or an FFA shirt. Our FFA members celebrated this day of National FFA week through promoting agricultural literacy. 7 of our FFA members went on a field trip to Dublin Primary School to read agricultural related children's books to the 1st grade classes. These 7 students did an outstanding job representing West Bladen High School and promoting agricultural literacy. We would like to recognize Ava Bordeaux, Hayden Morgan, Hailii, Andrews, Caroline Musslewhite, Avery Barkley, Randy Grimsley, William Yandle.
Thank you to all the staff and students who made this National FFA week wonderful!
It’s School Social Workers Week! 🌟 We are so incredibly lucky to have Mrs. Wren on our team at West Bladen High School. Her commitment to our students’ well-being and her tireless support for our families make a difference every single day.
Thank you, Mrs. Wren, for everything you do to help our students thrive!
Thank you, Mrs. Wren, for everything you do to help our students thrive!
IT’S GAME DAY! ⚾️
Our Knights are hitting the road today to take on Lumberton! Suit up and head over to show your support as we look to bring home the W. ⚔️💪
🗓 Monday, 3/2
📍 Away vs. Lumberton
⏰ JV: 4:30 PM | Varsity: 7:00 PM
Let’s go, West! 🏆
Our Knights are hitting the road today to take on Lumberton! Suit up and head over to show your support as we look to bring home the W. ⚔️💪
🗓 Monday, 3/2
📍 Away vs. Lumberton
⏰ JV: 4:30 PM | Varsity: 7:00 PM
Let’s go, West! 🏆
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! 💪🌾
