Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
WS/FCS teachers tasked with searching student bags say it will harm their relationships
“A lot of times, I am the counselor, the nurse, you know, whatever I can do to help these kids. We're helping feed them and take care of them," Meredith Wooten said. "I don't want to police them too.”
WS/FCS officials say charter school bill could impact local district funding
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools officials say pending legislation would require the district to share more money with charter schools— and the proposed 2024 budget is already tight.
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County students call for secure gun storage education
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County high schoolers advocated for safe gun storage at a board of education meeting on Tuesday. They’re part of a group called Students Demand Action, which is a national organization of young activists fighting gun violence.
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is forming a parent and guardian advisory council
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is seeking volunteers for an advisory group that will be made up of parents and guardians in the district.
WS/FCS to increase random use of metal detectors in high schools
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools plans to increase random, unannounced use of metal detectors in high schools. District officials say they hope the technology will deter individuals from bringing weapons on campus.
WS/FCS shares plans for remaining COVID-19 relief funding
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools received $215 million through the second and third rounds of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds. A portion of those funds must be spent within six months, or returned to the federal government.
WS/FCS looks to magnet programming to increase diversity at four schools
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is looking to apply for $15 million in federal funding to support IB Programs at four schools. District officials say strong magnet programming will help diversify those schools.
Carolina Curious: What is WS/FCS doing about all the 'F' schools in the district?
In this edition of Carolina Curious, listener Carol Penick asks about "F" schools in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County. WFDD’s Amy Diaz looks into how the district supports these schools, as well as how performance grades are calculated.
WS/FCS middle school students share safety concerns at forum
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education held a forum on Tuesday to hear from middle schoolers about their experiences at school. Students spoke on a variety of topics, but one that came up multiple times was school safety.