West Bladen High School

🎓 Senior Walk Announcement 🎓

West Bladen High School will hold our Senior Walk this Friday at 1:05 PM.

All seniors should report to the atrium at that time.

This is a special moment to celebrate the Class of 2026 and recognize their hard work, memories, and journey as Knights. Let’s show them plenty of support and school pride!

4 days ago, WBHS

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026-2027 Cheer Squads! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce this year's Varsity and JV cheerleaders. Thank you to everyone who tried out, and a massive shoutout to our new teams! Check the full roster below and help us celebrate them! 🎀👇

Varsity:
Kyiana Browne
Maleigh Chatman
Trinity Locklear
Cylee Lugenbell
Arianna Mckiver
Sherrell Mckoy
Alyssa Mckoy
Alajeh McMillan
Alajah Parker
Jordan Powers
Honesti Sinclair
Alexandra Smith
Calleigh Smith
Uriah Wright
Aaliyah Wright
Jada Wright

Junior Varsity:
Juliana Autry
Bryanna Brady
Geasia Byrd
Amani Carter
Ayanna Crawford
Ka’Monie Crawford
Taurihanna Currie
Kaylee Daniel
Jabrayla Freeman
Imani Graham
Meliyah Hude
Kewshawna Johnson
Jessenia Labra
Honesty Lesane
Shaley Mckoy
Legacy McNeil
Ana Segura-Fernández

4 days ago, WBHS

Graphic titled "CONGRATULATIONS! 26-27 CHEER ROSTER" for West Bladen High School. Lists names under Varsity and Junior Varsity squads. Black background with purple and white cheerleader illustrations.

Our Lady Knights Varsity Soccer team was sent off in style last week as they traveled to take on Wake Prep in the NCHSAA 2nd Round Playoff game! ⚽️💜

Thank you to everyone who came out to support and cheer on these athletes as they represented West Bladen with pride, determination, and heart. We are proud of our Lady Knights! #GoKnights

4 days ago, WBHS

Members of the West Bladen Lady Knights varsity soccer team walk through the school commons during a team send-off before traveling to play Wake Prep. Students and staff line the atrium as the players smile and make their way through the building in their white and purple jerseys.

West Bladen Lady Knights varsity soccer players walk through the school during their send-off before the Wake Prep match. The team is surrounded by classmates and supporters cheering them on in the atrium.

West Bladen Lady Knights varsity soccer players smile and greet supporters during a school send-off before their game against Wake Prep. Several players in white and purple jerseys walk through the crowd while students and staff cheer them on.

A smiling West Bladen Lady Knights varsity soccer player poses with peace signs during the team’s school send-off before traveling to face Wake Prep. Other students and teammates stand in the background of the school atrium.

West Bladen students and staff lined the halls last week to cheer on our Varsity Baseball team before their matchup against Whiteville in the 3rd Round of the NCHSAA Playoffs! ⚾️💜

4 days ago, WBHS

Members of the West Bladen varsity baseball team walk through the school atrium during a playoff send-off before traveling to face Whiteville in the third round of the NCHSAA playoffs.

West Bladen varsity baseball players walk through the school atrium during their playoff send-off as classmates and staff cheer them on before the Whiteville game.

West Bladen varsity baseball players make their way through the school atrium during a send-off before competing against Whiteville in the third round of the state playoffs.

Two West Bladen varsity baseball players walk through the school atrium during the team’s playoff send-off ahead of their matchup against Whiteville in the NCHSAA playoffs.

West Bladen proudly celebrated Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall as they signed to continue their basketball careers at Chowan University! 🏀💜

Surrounded by family, friends, teammates, coaches, and community members, these student-athletes celebrated the hard work and dedication that led them to this moment. Congratulations, Jackson and Tylik — Knight Nation is proud of you both and excited to see all you accomplish at Chowan!

4 days ago, WBHS

Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall sit at a table signing to continue their basketball careers at Chowan University while West Bladen coaches and staff stand behind them during the signing ceremony.

Members of the West Bladen basketball team stand behind Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall as the two student-athletes sign to play basketball at Chowan University.

Family members gather behind Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall during their Chowan University basketball signing ceremony at West Bladen High School.

Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall pose with former teammates behind them after signing to continue their basketball careers at Chowan University during a ceremony at West Bladen High School.

Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall sit at the signing table with coaches standing behind them during their Chowan University basketball signing ceremony.

Jackson Pait and Tylik McCall hold a Chowan University sign after officially signing to continue their basketball careers with the CU Hawks.

It was a sunny ☀️ morning at the Castle, saying "Thanks a Latte" to an incredible team! ☕️ Thank you Barefoot Brew for helping celebrate Bladen County Schools amazing team!

5 days ago, Bladen County Schools

🎓 Don’t forget to join us tomorrow as we celebrate the Class of 2026! 📍 Senior Parade 🕓 4:00 PM arrival; 5:00 PM start 🚗 Starts at Bladenboro Middle School 📍 Baccalaureate Service 🕕 6:00 PM ⛪ New Light Church Come out and support our seniors as they celebrate this special milestone! 💙🎉

7 days ago, Lauren Sasser

graphic with baccalaureate and parade info

🏐 Calling All Future Knights! 🏐
Ready to level up your game? West Bladen High School is hosting our Summer Slam Volleyball Camp this July! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, we want to see you on the court! ⚔️💪

📅 Dates: July 15th & 16th
📍 Location: West Bladen High School Gym

⏰ Session Times:

Upcoming 4th–6th Graders: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Upcoming 7th–9th Graders: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

💰 Cost: $50 per camper
🎁 Early Bird Bonus: Register by June 10th to secure a FREE camp t-shirt! 👕✨

Don’t wait—secure your spot today and get ready for a great summer of volleyball!

🔗 Register Here: https://bladencounty.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/2402/243/False/True

Questions? Reach out to us at:
📧 jarhodes@bladen.k12.nc.us
📧 lnbryant@bladen.k12.nc.us

8 days ago, WBHS

Event flyer for West Bladen High School Volleyball Camp. The flyer features a purple and white design with an image of high school players on a court. Text details: Cost is $50 per camper. Camp for upcoming 4th–6th graders is 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM; upcoming 7th–9th graders is 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Includes a call to action to "Use the link above to register" and notes that registration by June 10th includes a free t-shirt. For more details, contact jarhodes@bladen.k12.nc.us or lnbryant@bladen.k12.nc.us.

🏃‍♂️ West Bladen Student-Athletes: Get Game-Ready! 🏃‍♀️
Planning to play sports next season? It’s time to get your physicals squared away! Mark your calendars for Physicals Week and follow these steps to stay eligible:

📅 The Schedule:
Monday, May 18: 📋 Packet Distribution
Pick up your physical packet during all lunch periods.

Tuesday, May 19: 📥 Form Submission
Turn in your completed forms to the Main Office.

Wednesday, May 20: 🩺 Pre-Screenings
Initial physical pre-screenings will be conducted.

Friday, May 22: ✅ Final Screenings
Final physical screenings take place.

⚠️ Important: You must have your completed forms turned in by Tuesday to participate in the screenings!

Go Knights! ⚔️🏀🥎

8 days ago, WBHS

Infographic titled "Sports Physicals - May" outlining a five-day schedule for West Bladen High School. Monday, May 18: Packet distribution during all lunch periods. Tuesday, May 19: Form submission of completed physical forms to the Main Office. Wednesday, May 20: Pre-screening physicals conducted. Thursday, May 21: No physical events scheduled. Friday, May 22: Final physical screenings take place. Footer reads "Be Ready to Play!" with student-athlete icons.

📣 Attention Community Members! We need you! 🏫

Proctors are needed to help support our students & staff during our upcoming 📝 EOCs (May 29 – June 2). Help us make testing week a success! ✅

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Ms. Lennon at the school! 🏫✨

8 days ago, WBHS

A bright, modern social media announcement graphic with a light blue and white geometric background. Centered text reads: "Proctors are needed for our upcoming EOC exams (May 29 – June 2). Help us make testing week a success!" It includes a green checkmark emoji and an illustration of a clipboard with a pencil. Below, it instructs interested volunteers to contact Ms. Lennon at the school, with placeholders for an email address and phone number.

It’s time to celebrate the grind! 🏆💜

Join us as we honor our incredible student-athletes at the Athletic Awards Ceremony. From the court to the field, these Knights have shown what dedication looks like!

📅 When: Thursday, May 21 @ 6:00 PM

📍 Where: West Bladen Gym

Bring your Knight pride and help us cheer on our award winners! ⚔️🏀🥎

8 days ago, WBHS

Graphic for an Awards Ceremony held from 6:00 to 7:00 pm in the gymnasium. The image features purple smoke clouds behind black silhouettes of three student-athletes: one jumping with a basketball, one swinging a softball bat, and one dribbling a basketball.

Tuesday night, West Bladen High School celebrated the incredible accomplishments of our students during Scholastic Awards & Scholarship Night! 🎓✨

Students was recognized for their hard work, academic achievements, and bright futures ahead — and together, the Class of 2026 earned an amazing $1,482,086 in scholarships! 💜⚔️

We are so proud of our Knights and thankful for the families, staff, donors, and community members who continue to support and invest in our students’ success.

Parents, if you would like to view the photos from the event, please use this link to access the Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-Qg-6tR8y0gjJlojXaFN8SQOotmLWOq1?usp=drive_link

9 days ago, WBHS

A student in a blue suit and yellow tie smiles while holding a scholarship certificate alongside a school administrator during West Bladen High School’s Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Night.

A student smiles while receiving the SECU Foundation “People Helping People” Scholarship during West Bladen High School’s Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Night.

A student and teacher smile together while holding a certificate of recognition during West Bladen High School’s Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Night.

A student and school administrator pose together while displaying a medal during West Bladen High School’s Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Night.

Two students pose with the school principal while holding award certificates during West Bladen High School’s Scholastic Awards and Scholarship Night.

Whiteville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. recognizes Michael Reyes Maldonado, the 2026 West Bladen Salutatorian.

9 days ago, WBHS

A group of seven people posing for a photo in front of a white backdrop featuring the West Bladen High School Knights and Adidas logos. In the center, a young man in a light green polo shirt holds a merit certificate and a gift card. He is flanked by five women, several of whom are wearing red and white attire representing Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., including one woman inA group of seven people posing for a photo in front of a white backdrop featuring the West Bladen High School Knights and Adidas logos. In the center, a young man in a light green polo shirt holds a merit certificate and a gift card. He is flanked by five women, several of whom are wearing red and white attire representing Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., including one woman in a red blazer with the Greek letters "ΔΣΘ a red blazer with the Greek letters "ΔΣΘ

Thank you Bladen County Association of Personnel for celebrating our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Lora Bryant and CTE teacher of the year, Ms. Elizabeth Roberson!

9 days ago, Lauren Sasser

three women stand smiling in front of a school branded backdrop

Let’s pack the streets! 🏟️💜 Our West Bladen Knights are heading to the 3rd Round of the Playoffs to take on Whiteville, and they need that Knight Pride behind them!

Join us in Downtown Bladenboro at 2:15 PM to give the boys a massive send-off! Bring your signs, your cheers, and your purple and white! ⚔️⚾️

11 days ago, WBHS

West Bladen Varsity Baseball Playoff Gameday graphic. The image shows a group of baseball players in pinstripe uniforms huddling together on the field with their arms around each other. The text "PLAYOFF GAMEDAY" is displayed in large, bold purple and white letters.

Graphic for West Bladen Varsity Baseball 3rd Round Playoffs vs. Whiteville. Text reads: "SEND-OFF! Thursday, May 12th at 2:15 PM. Downtown Bladenboro! Come out and support our guys!" The background features a baseball on a dirt field.

We helped the Blood Connection collect 39 units of blood at our April 19 blood drive. Thank you to everyone who donated and supported this effort to make a difference in our community.

12 days ago, WBHS

Graphic illustration of two hands holding a red blood donation bag with a white cross on it. The text above reads, "West Bladen students impacted 117 lives by donating 39 units of blood on April 29!!!" The background features purple and blue abstract shapes with white accent lines.

It takes a village! 💜 Our Teacher Appreciation Week celebrations were a massive success, and we owe a huge thank you to our incredible Sunshine Committee for their hard work and dedication.

We are also overwhelmed by the generosity of our community sponsors. We couldn’t have done this without you!

A special shout-out to:
Giorgio's
Allen Brothers
Edwards Property
Glen Bryan Hauling
Mrs. Johnson’s family

And a huge thank you to the businesses who showered our staff with gifts and treats: Whimsical, Zaxby’s, Melton’s, San Jose, Cindy's Barefoot’s, Aunt B’s, Jersey Mikes, Sharonview Federal Credit Union, Parrish Construction, McCoy's Chapel Church, Dublin First Baptist Church, Galeed Church, Pizza Hut, Star Telephone, and DreamWorks Gym.

Thank you for supporting West Bladen High School!

15 days ago, WBHS

Four staff members at West Bladen High School smile while holding plates of food, including fried chicken and sides, during a staff appreciation luncheon.

A man in a blue t-shirt prepares treats at a Sunset Slush Italian Ice cart. A framed sign on the cart reads, "We appreciate our staff! WBH

A smiling staff member at West Bladen High School holds a large gift basket wrapped in purple cellophane with a matching bow. She is standing in a school hallway near a doorway.

A man in a black West Bladen Football t-shirt smiles while holding a plate of food at a catered staff event. He stands next to a yellow-clothed table featuring various toppings and condiments.

Sweet Success in the Kitchen! 🎡

Ms. Kinlaw’s Food 1 and 2 students have been busy mastering the art of quick breads and exploring cultural flavors. Their latest project? Whipping up some golden, delicious funnel cakes! 🥣✨

From learning the science behind the batter to perfecting the pour, our students are gaining skills that are both practical and tasty. Check out these chefs in action!

15 days ago, WBHS

our female students wearing aprons sit at a round table in a school kitchen classroom, smiling and displaying plates of food they have prepared

A close-up view of a person using a spatula to flip food in a frying pan on a white stovetop in a classroom kitchen

A group of students gathered around a table in a classroom, engaged in a group activity with papers and school supplies.

A student in a white apron stands at a kitchen counter, focusing on preparing food in a frying pan.

Two students standing in a kitchen, proudly holding up plates of food they have cooked, with a classroom setting in the background

It’s WIN OR GO HOME season! ⚾️🔥

Your West Bladen Knights are taking the field for a massive Playoff Gameday matchup against Wake Prep Academy. We need the stands packed and the energy high—let’s show them what home-field advantage looks like!

📍 Where: West Bladen High School (Home)
⏰ When: Tonight, May 8 @ 6:00 PM
🆚 Who: Wake Prep Academy

See you at the ballpark! ⚔️🛡️

15 days ago, WBHS

West Bladen High School baseball team standing together on the field under the text 'Playoff Gameday.' Below the team, text reads 'Home vs. Wake Prep Academy, 6:00 PM, Friday 5/8' and 'West Bladen Baseball' at the bottom

Decision Day was such a special moment for our seniors 💜🎓

Seeing everyone share their plans and celebrate this next chapter was something we won’t forget. No matter what path they’re taking—college, career, or military—we’re so proud of each of them.

Big things ahead for the Class of 2026 ✨

15 days ago, WBHS

A student signs their name on a black wall or board filled with other signatures while classmates stand nearby watching. A sign partially visible on the wall reads “Senior Sign Off.”

A student and an adult stand in front of a school-branded backdrop, smiling at the camera. The student holds a certificate that reads “I Decided!” with a box checked for enrolling, celebrating their post-graduation plans.

A student and an adult stand together in front of a school Decision Day backdrop with purple and white balloons and “2026” balloon numbers. The student holds an “I Decided!” certificate while both smile at the camera, with knight statues on either side.

A student poses in front of the Decision Day backdrop, holding an “I Decided!” certificate and smiling. Purple and white balloons and large “2026” balloon numbers frame the display.

Two people stand side by side smiling in front of a school-branded backdrop with purple and white balloons and knight statues. One wears an NCCU shirt, showing school pride during Decision Day.

Three people pose together in front of the Decision Day backdrop, with two students holding “I Decided!” certificates. One student also holds a Fayetteville State University item, celebrating their next steps after graduation.

A group of students stand in a line in front of the Decision Day backdrop with purple and white balloons and “2026” balloon numbers. Some wear college shirts, showing their future plans.

A student and an adult stand together smiling in front of a decorated Decision Day backdrop with balloons and knight statues. The student poses with a hand sign while both face the camera.

A black wall display filled with student signatures surrounds a sign that reads “Senior Sign Off” in purple lettering.