Dear CCPS Community,
Today, our classrooms, hallways, and buses were filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement as CCPS welcomed students back to school. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing every student this morning and I am looking forward to a year of growth and greatness.
I want to say thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and administrators for creating such an awesome first day. To bus drivers, thank you for getting us to and from school safely and to our cafeteria staff, thank you for the wonderful meals.
To our families, thank you for your trust and partnership. We look forward to continuing to work with you this year. And to our students, you are the reason we are here, and we cannot wait to see the amazing things you’ll accomplish this year.
Welcome back to school, and let’s soar to new heights and achieve incredible things!
Sincerely,
Dr. Wheeler
Today, our classrooms, hallways, and buses were filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement as CCPS welcomed students back to school. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing every student this morning and I am looking forward to a year of growth and greatness.
I want to say thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and administrators for creating such an awesome first day. To bus drivers, thank you for getting us to and from school safely and to our cafeteria staff, thank you for the wonderful meals.
To our families, thank you for your trust and partnership. We look forward to continuing to work with you this year. And to our students, you are the reason we are here, and we cannot wait to see the amazing things you’ll accomplish this year.
Welcome back to school, and let’s soar to new heights and achieve incredible things!
Sincerely,
Dr. Wheeler
The Rocket Rundown
Beginning this school year, be on the lookout for an additional form of communication from CCPS. Quarterly, or once every nine weeks, the Rocket Rundown will be published to keep our staff, families, and community informed and engaged. Each edition will highlight important updates, celebrate school and student successes, and share upcoming events and initiatives happening at CCPS. Our goal is to promote open communication between CCPS and our school community, and we are thrilled to showcase the great work happening in our schools.
Click here to access the first edition of the newsletter.
Reminder: Stakeholder Feedback Survey
If you have not already done so, CCPS invites all stakeholders (students, staff, community members, etc.) to complete a short feedback survey. This survey seeks to obtain information regarding what is working well and what areas we can improve upon.
This survey will be open from July 24, 2025 - August 15, 2025.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.
https://forms.gle/V1JAqazLrivncCKK6
If you have not already done so, CCPS invites all stakeholders (students, staff, community members, etc.) to complete a short feedback survey. This survey seeks to obtain information regarding what is working well and what areas we can improve upon.
This survey will be open from July 24, 2025 - August 15, 2025.
Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.
https://forms.gle/V1JAqazLrivncCKK6
Back to School Open House - Thursday, August 7, 2025
In an effort to be responsive to the stakeholders of Craig County Public Schools (CCPS), we are asking that all stakeholders (students, staff, community members, etc.) share their thoughts and perspectives of CCPS. This survey seeks to obtain information regarding what is working well and what areas we can improve upon. This survey will be open from July 24, 2025 - August 15, 2025.
https://forms.gle/V1JAqazLrivncCKK6
2025-2026 Bus Routes
Craig County High School's phone lines are now fully operational. Sorry for any inconvenience.
2025-2026 Supply Lists
This message corrects the previous notification. Craig County High School's phone lines are currently down. If you need to reach the high school regarding summer school, please call McCleary Elementary at 540-864-5173. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Craig County High School's phones are currently not working. Please call McCleary Elementary at 540-864-5185 if you need to reach the high school regarding summer school. Sorry for any inconvenience.
The Craig County School Board July meeting has been rescheduled to July 21, 2025 at 4:00 pm in the CCHS auditorium.
The Craig County School Board meeting scheduled for tonight, July 8, 2025, has been cancelled and will be rescheduled to a later date.
The Craig County Public Schools School Board will hold a Special Called Meeting on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the auditorium. The purpose of this meeting is to appoint a new Superintendent of Schools. Please note that the School Board members will be attending a dinner on Friday evening, June 27, 2025 at Shakers in Roanoke, VA. During this dinner, no official actions will be taken; it is strictly for information sharing.
CCPS summer school classes will resume tomorrow, June 18th on the regular schedule.
Craig County High school has been opened as an emergency shelter for anyone affected by current flooding and storm damage. As a result all summer school and activities are cancelled for tomorrow, June 17, 2025.
There will be a Special Called School Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11:00am for the discussion of the Superintendent Search Process.
Craig County Public Schools will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, May 21st, at 1:30 PM as we begin summer break. Additionally, please remember that the Craig County High School graduation ceremony will take place at the Berglund Center on Friday, May 23rd, at 10:00 AM.
Remaining students riding Bus 12 are still delayed due to flooded road conditions on Route 611 - Peaceful Valley Road. VDOT and Emergency Management are on the scene and will advise when conditions are safe. Students will be held at CCHS with snacks and drinks while waiting. Parents will be contacted by phone as soon as possible.
All CCPS buses will be slightly delayed this afternoon for safety concerns due to road conditions. Some students on Bus 12 may have an additional delay due to flooding on Peaceful Valley road.
📣 Craig County School Board Vacancy – Upper Craig Creek District 📣
The Craig County School Board is seeking applicants to fill an upcoming vacancy for the Upper Craig Creek District seat. If you are passionate about education and committed to serving the students and families of our community, we encourage you to apply.
📝 To express your interest, please complete the form here: https://forms.gle/KvVjbJCjz7P4EXkQA
Applicants must reside in the Upper Craig Creek District.
Applications will be reviewed by the School Board, and the selected individual will serve until a special election.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Trace Bellassai at 540-302-8772.