We are excited to announce our partnership with Vision To Learn to provide vision services to our students at West. Vision To Learn is a non-profit organization working in communities across the U.S. offering vision services to students in support of their academic achievement. A team will travel to our schools and do vision screenings on our students in a mobile unit. This includes a vision screening, routine eye exam and, if needed, eyeglasses. All this is available at no cost.
Information pertaining to the upcoming Vision To Learn screenings and Opt-Out form are included in the attachment below. The forms only need to be returned to school if the decision to Opt-Out of the screening is decided by the parent/guardian. The Opt-Out form (attached) states the parent/guardian does NOT want their student(s) to receive vision care at school. The return date to Opt-Out is Monday, February 16th. The forms will need to be returned to the school by this date.
The vision screening is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026
February 09, 2026
Washington-Nile Local Community,
Some important information to pass on to you for this week, next week and in April.
Washington-Nile Local Schools will not be in session on Thursday February 12th and February 13th.
Waiver Day/Parent-Teacher Conferences will be on Thursday, February 12th. Parent Teachers Conferences will be from 1:00-6:30.
On Monday February 16th, and Thursday April 2nd, classes will be in session in order to make up for two of our snow days.
Have a good day,
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
Washington-Nile Local Schools
Washington-Nile Local Schools will be operating on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Interested in College Credit Plus (CCP)? A Shawnee State University representative will be at PWHS tiered room on Feb. 11 at 6pm to review College Credit Plus criteria and guidelines for 2026-2027 school year. One meeting session is being offered for you to attend. One parent/guardian and his/her child who is interested in CCP should attend the meeting.
If your child is currently participating in College Credit Plus this school year (2025-2026), attendance to the meeting is recommended but not mandatory. Please know that you will still need to review and complete the necessary material and paperwork to participate in 2026-2027 College Credit Plus Program. Materials will be available after the meeting takes place by contacting Scott Conrad or Michelle Russell. Attendance at the meeting is required for students new to College Credit Plus during the 2026-2027 school year.
For more information about Ohio’s College Credit Plus, please visit https://highered.ohio.gov/initiatives/access-acceleration/college-credit-plus/students-families/ccp-overview-video-playlist. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Scott Conrad at scott.conrad@westsenators.org or call 740-858-1103.
Winning Tickets:
PWES (Scioto County Animal Welfare League) - Julia Wiget
PWMS (Salvation Army) - Dr. Lorra Fuller
PWHS (SOMC Hospice) - Emily Nicholson
When I became Superintendent, one of the goals I set was for our students to understand the importance of our community. One way of giving back is through a community service project.
Community service develops students' social-emotional skills and connects classroom learning to real-world situations. It also fosters personal growth by building leadership and problem-solving skills. In addition, it provides opportunities for networking and can enhance college applications.
For the 2025 Christmas season, I have asked the staff and students of all three buildings to participate in a community service project. This week, each building will be decorating a Christmas tree to be raffled off. We have selected three local organizations to receive the proceeds: PWHS will support SOMC Hospice, PWMS will support The Salvation Army, and PWES will support the Scioto County Animal Welfare League.
Tickets for the raffle will be $1.00 each or six for $5.00. The drawing will be on Friday, December 5th, at 10:00 a.m. Later today, pictures of each tree will be posted on our school Facebook pages, along with information about purchasing tickets.
We plan to make this a yearly tradition, supporting a different organization each year. I would like to emphasize that this is not a contest to see which school raises the most money. Instead, we want our students to learn that we are three schools working together as one family to achieve great things.
In this time of giving, I ask that you please join us in supporting these local organizations. Let me be the first to wish you a “very early” Merry Christmas!
Sincerely,
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
Washington-Nile Local Schools
I would like to take this time to thank all of our administration, staff, and students for the hard work and preparation they put in to make our Veterans Day ceremonies at each building a success. Each building prepared a ceremony that was special in its own right. What made it even more special was witnessing our students at all three buildings going up to our veterans, thanking them for their service, looking them in the eyes, and shaking their hands. You are a part of what makes this district great, and I am proud of you.
Lastly, to all of our veterans in our community and throughout our country - you are the true heroes who make our country special. Thank you for your service to our nation.
Chris Rapp
Due to the winter road conditions on our back roads and bus turnarounds, Washington-Nile Local School District and our CTC students will be operating on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, November 11th.
Senator Community,
To continue our efforts of transparency within our community, our Middle School administration was made aware of a threat towards staff members at the end of the school day on November 6th, 2025. Local law enforcement was notified and an investigation is being conducted by the Scioto County Sheriff’s office. We take all threats seriously and remain committed to maintaining a secure learning environment for every member of our school community. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to your building principals.
Thank you,
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
Washington-Nile Local Schools
Washington-Nile Schools will have a waiver day Tuesday, Nov. 25. There will be no school for students on 11/25/25. Classes will resume on Dec. 2.
Senator Community,
On Friday, November 7th, the Portsmouth West Senators football team, cheerleaders, band, and color guard will travel to Tri-Village High School for the second round of OHSAA playoffs.
Kickoff for this contest is scheduled for 7:00pm. In order for everyone to travel safely and not be in a rush, Washington-Nile Schools will dismiss early.
The high school, middle school, and CTC will dismiss at 12:30, and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:30.
I encourage all who are able to travel to the game and show your West Side pride and support for our students and coaches. Ticket information is posted on our school website.
Thank you, and have a good evening.
Go Senators!
Senator Community,
On Friday, October 31st, the Portsmouth West Senators football team, cheerleaders, band, and color guard will travel to Cincinnati Summit Country Day School for the first round of OHSAA playoffs.
Kickoff for this contest is scheduled for 7:00pm. In order for everyone to travel safely and not be in a rush, Washington-Nile Schools will dismiss early.
The high school and middle school will dismiss at 12:30, and the elementary school will dismiss at 1:30.
I encourage all who are able to travel to the game and show your West Side pride and support for our students and coaches. Ticket information will be posted soon.
Go Senators!
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
Washington-Nile Local Schools
THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME!
Flu shots will be available for all ages. We have the High-Dose flu shot for people 65 or older, and the standard shot for 6 mo-64 years. Please bring photo ID and insurance cards, Medicaid or Medicare cards (if you have insurance). If you have no insurance, we may still be able to provide you with a standard flu vaccine, while supplies last. Children must be accompanied by parent / legal guardian or have signed note giving them permission to receive the flu shot.
Thanks,
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
I'm happy to report to you that the highway project in front of the campus is now complete. Everyone can go back to the original way of dropping off and picking up your children. I would like to thank everyone for their understanding and patience. We all came together and made the best out of a situation that was beyond our control. This was a great lesson that our students will learn from.
Have a great weekend,
Chris Rapp
Superintendent
Washington-Nile Local Schools