Earlier today, the Craig County Public Schools became aware of a phishing campaign involving the division’s email system. We are actively investigating this matter, but have observed suspicious emails sent from the email accounts of both division staff and the families of our students.
As a precaution, we encourage families and staff to exercise caution while using email, particularly if you have received messages containing unexpected links, attachments, or requests for information. Please do not respond to or interact with suspicious messages.
We recognize the concern this may cause, particularly on the first day of school. We are taking this matter seriously and are working to address the situation as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
Our July employee of the month is always willing to jump in and do whatever is needed to support our schools and staff. Whether they are helping our ground crew by using a leaf blower to help get things ready, planning convocation, or making sure our new staff members feel welcomed and supported, this person never hesitates to help. They work behind the scenes on countless details that often go unnoticed but make a tremendous difference in keeping our division running smoothly. On a personal level, this person serves as my right hand, helping me stay organized, anticipating what needs to be done, and making my job easier every day by providing sound advice, historical perspective, and more importantly a safe space for me to be vulnerable. Their willingness to help wherever needed and her commitment to our staff and division often do not get the credit it deserves.
Craig County Public Schools is proud to recognize Mrs. Gerri VanDyke as our July Employee of the month. Mrs. VanDyke brings dedication and professionalism to CCPS and is a tremendous asset to our division and me personally.
Our June Employee of the Month made a noticeable impact on our schools in a relatively short amount of time. Whether working on our grounds, assisting with custodial needs, or simply stepping in wherever help was needed, this individual approached each task with a strong work ethic and a willingness to help. Their efforts helped keep our buildings and grounds clean, maintained, and ready for our students, staff, and community. While their time with CCPS was short, his hard work and contributions did not go unnoticed.
Craig County Public Schools is proud to recognize Mr. Caleb Fields as our June Employee of the Month. We appreciate Caleb’s hard work, dependability, and willingness to do whatever was needed to support our schools. His time with CCPS may have been brief, but the impact of his work was certainly appreciated.
🧹 WE’RE HIRING: SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS! 🧹
Are you looking for a flexible way to earn extra income while making a difference in your community? Craig County Public Schools is looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our team as Substitute Custodians! 🏫✨
Our custodial team plays an important role in keeping our schools clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for students and staff each day.
💼 Why become a Substitute Custodian?
✔️ Flexible work opportunities
✔️ Support your local schools
✔️ Make a difference behind the scenes
✔️ Work in a positive school environment
✔️ Great opportunity for those looking for additional income
If you're dependable, take pride in your work, and want to be part of the Craig County Public Schools family, we want to hear from you!
📣 Join our team and help keep CCPS clean, safe, and ready to LEARN!
👉 Apply today and become a valued member of the CCPS team!
#CraigCountyPublicSchools #CCPS #NowHiring #SubstituteCustodian #JoinOurTeam #SchoolJobs #WorkInYourCommunity
Are you looking for a flexible way to earn extra income while making a difference in your community? Craig County Public Schools is looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our team as Substitute Custodians! 🏫✨
Our custodial team plays an important role in keeping our schools clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for students and staff each day.
💼 Why become a Substitute Custodian?
✔️ Flexible work opportunities
✔️ Support your local schools
✔️ Make a difference behind the scenes
✔️ Work in a positive school environment
✔️ Great opportunity for those looking for additional income
If you're dependable, take pride in your work, and want to be part of the Craig County Public Schools family, we want to hear from you!
📣 Join our team and help keep CCPS clean, safe, and ready to LEARN!
👉 Apply today and become a valued member of the CCPS team!
#CraigCountyPublicSchools #CCPS #NowHiring #SubstituteCustodian #JoinOurTeam #SchoolJobs #WorkInYourCommunity
Notice for Providing Free Meals for School Divisions Participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for All Schools in the Division
📣 Open House & Mandatory Athletics Meeting
We are excited to welcome our students and families to Open House on Monday!
🏫 Open House — Grades 1st–12th
3:00 PM–6:00 PM
🎒 PK/K Orientation
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
PK/K Families: If you are attending the PK/K Orientation, please park in the front of the Middle/High School entrance and enter through those doors. Signs will be posted to direct you through the hallways to the auditorium.
🏐 Mandatory Athletics Meeting
Following Open House, we will have a mandatory Athletics Meeting at 6:00 PM.
The meeting will cover important information, including:
● Athletics rules and expectations
● Code of Conduct
● Concussion information and safety
● Other important information for student-athletes and families
All student-athletes and their parent/guardian are required to attend.
We look forward to seeing everyone Monday!
We are excited to welcome our students and families to Open House on Monday!
🏫 Open House — Grades 1st–12th
3:00 PM–6:00 PM
🎒 PK/K Orientation
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
PK/K Families: If you are attending the PK/K Orientation, please park in the front of the Middle/High School entrance and enter through those doors. Signs will be posted to direct you through the hallways to the auditorium.
🏐 Mandatory Athletics Meeting
Following Open House, we will have a mandatory Athletics Meeting at 6:00 PM.
The meeting will cover important information, including:
● Athletics rules and expectations
● Code of Conduct
● Concussion information and safety
● Other important information for student-athletes and families
All student-athletes and their parent/guardian are required to attend.
We look forward to seeing everyone Monday!
2026-2027 Bus Routes
Just a reminder: VDH Vaccine Clinic at Back to School Event - Rising 7th & 12th grade
🚌🎒 Load the Bus at Food Country Was a HUGE Success! 🎒🚌
Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this event such a success! We collected nearly $500, along with an incredible amount of school supplies and other generous donations for our amazing students.
Your generosity and support will help make sure our students have what they need for a successful school year! ❤️✏️📚
A huge thank you to Food Country, everyone who helped, and our amazing community for coming together to support our students! 💙
Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this event such a success! We collected nearly $500, along with an incredible amount of school supplies and other generous donations for our amazing students.
Your generosity and support will help make sure our students have what they need for a successful school year! ❤️✏️📚
A huge thank you to Food Country, everyone who helped, and our amazing community for coming together to support our students! 💙
📚 BACK-TO-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE! 🎉
Craig County Public Schools is excited to welcome students and families back for the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 Monday, August 10th
🧸 Pre-K & Kindergarten Open House
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🏫 Grades 1–12 Open House
⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Come meet your teachers, visit your classrooms, and get ready for an exciting new school year! We can’t wait to see everyone! 💙📚
Craig County Public Schools
✨ We’re ready for a great year! ✨
VDH Vaccine Clinic at Back to School Event - Rising 7th & 12th grade
The Craig County School Board meeting on July 21, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Strawbridge Studios, Inc.
Craig County High - Class of 2027 - Senior Portrait Information
Strawbridge Studios will be at Craig County High on the dates below for your senior portraits. Please make sure you are aware of the dates as this is your way to have your senior portrait in the yearbook.
July 23, 2026 (from 10:00am-3:00pm)
Strawbridge Studios will offer multiple stations to have your senior portraits taken. The stations offered will include the Formal station (Tux & Drape) along with a casual indoor station or environmental station. You will receive an email to schedule your appointment. Appointments must be made to schedule your session. No walk-ins will be allowed.
$29.99 Session Fee includes 24-36 proofs on all the stations listed above. We encourage you to bring props, instruments, jerseys, etc. to make your pictures memoriable.
Link to signup for Full session: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-64747966-newcastle
$19.99 Session Fee includes 8-12 poses on the Formal station. This will include the basic poses available to choose from for the yearbook along with extras with different lighting and backgrounds.
Link to signup for Formal only session: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-64747973-newcastle
November 2, 2026
Strawbridge Studios will offer the Formal station only to have your senior portraits taken. This will be your last chance to have your picture taken for the yearbook. The school will schedule your appointment time.
A Yearbook only session will be offered throughout the day during school hours. There is no fee to have the basic 4 poses photographed for the yearbook. You will still receive proofs to order from. School will schedule these appointments based on who needs their senior portraits taken.
Strawbridge Studios will provide all garments needed for the Formal portraits. We ask that you bring or wear a white t-shirt to wear under the tux shirt or a camisole to wear under the drape.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email morgan.graham@strawbridge.net .
🍎 Have you ever thought about becoming a teacher? 🍎
Your degree could be the first step toward making a lifelong difference.
Craig County Public Schools is looking for passionate individuals who hold a bachelor's degree or higher and are interested in inspiring the next generation. If you've ever considered a career in education but weren't sure where to start, we're here to help guide you on the journey to becoming a licensed teacher.
Teaching is more than a career—it's an opportunity to make an impact, build meaningful relationships, and help shape the future of our community. Whether you're looking for a career change or have always dreamed of working with students, we'd love to talk with you about the opportunities available.
✨ You bring the passion. We'll help you navigate the path.
If you're ready to learn more, contact Craig County Public Schools today and let us help you take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.
📍 Join our team. Inspire young minds. Make a difference every day.
Your degree could be the first step toward making a lifelong difference.
Craig County Public Schools is looking for passionate individuals who hold a bachelor's degree or higher and are interested in inspiring the next generation. If you've ever considered a career in education but weren't sure where to start, we're here to help guide you on the journey to becoming a licensed teacher.
Teaching is more than a career—it's an opportunity to make an impact, build meaningful relationships, and help shape the future of our community. Whether you're looking for a career change or have always dreamed of working with students, we'd love to talk with you about the opportunities available.
✨ You bring the passion. We'll help you navigate the path.
If you're ready to learn more, contact Craig County Public Schools today and let us help you take the first step toward a rewarding career in education.
📍 Join our team. Inspire young minds. Make a difference every day.
2026-2027 School Supply Lists
🎉 Staffing Updates Approved by the School Board 🎉
At last night’s School Board meeting, the Board approved the appointment of Dave Dunstan as the new Principal of Craig County High School. Mr. Dunstan brings a strong commitment to student success, positive school culture, and instructional excellence, and we are excited to welcome his leadership in this important role.
The Board also approved Susan Stimeling as the division’s new Intervention Specialist. This primarily grant-funded position will focus on Tier 1 behavioral supports and interventions at the middle school level, with additional support provided to the high school and elementary school as needed. In this role, Ms. Stimeling will work closely with students and staff to strengthen positive behaviors, enhance school climate, and support success across the division.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Dunstan and Ms. Stimeling as they step into these new roles in support of the students, staff, and families of Craig County Public Schools. Both will officially begin on July 1, 2026.
At last night’s School Board meeting, the Board approved the appointment of Dave Dunstan as the new Principal of Craig County High School. Mr. Dunstan brings a strong commitment to student success, positive school culture, and instructional excellence, and we are excited to welcome his leadership in this important role.
The Board also approved Susan Stimeling as the division’s new Intervention Specialist. This primarily grant-funded position will focus on Tier 1 behavioral supports and interventions at the middle school level, with additional support provided to the high school and elementary school as needed. In this role, Ms. Stimeling will work closely with students and staff to strengthen positive behaviors, enhance school climate, and support success across the division.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Dunstan and Ms. Stimeling as they step into these new roles in support of the students, staff, and families of Craig County Public Schools. Both will officially begin on July 1, 2026.
May Employee of the Month:
Mrs. McCoy embodies the values and practices that we expect at CCPS. She understands the importance of respectful relationships with students and families. Because she is able to develop positive relationships with her students so quickly, she is also able to provide high-quality instruction the moment they walk through her door. She provides a calm, positive learning environment, while also presenting engaging lessons that challenge her students to reach their true potential. Mrs. McCoy brings a natural talent to CCPS and is a true asset to our team.
Mrs. McCoy embodies the values and practices that we expect at CCPS. She understands the importance of respectful relationships with students and families. Because she is able to develop positive relationships with her students so quickly, she is also able to provide high-quality instruction the moment they walk through her door. She provides a calm, positive learning environment, while also presenting engaging lessons that challenge her students to reach their true potential. Mrs. McCoy brings a natural talent to CCPS and is a true asset to our team.
2026 Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids
Craig County Public Schools will be providing meals during summer school for students from birth to 18 years of age. Meals will be available in the cafeteria from June 1st to July 9th, Monday through Thursday, during the following hours: breakfast from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM and lunch from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. Please note that meals must be eaten on campus and cannot be taken off the premises.
Thank you for your time and your thoughtful feedback as you complete this survey. It should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. The information that you provide is very valuable in determining our use of federal funds to address instructional needs for the upcoming school year. Title II Part A and Title IV Part A are specific to instruction, professional development, parent engagement, and student success as related to providing funds to help educate our youth. Please complete this survey by Friday, June 5, 2026.
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