West Bladen High School

On Tuesday, FFA members competed in federation contests to determine who would advance to regional and state level events. The WBHS FFA Tool ID team earned 3rd place and will advance to the state contest in June. Team members are Bentley Cain, Jacob Allen, Nicholas Musselwhite and Stephen Smith. The Creed speaking competitor Jeremiah Bryan earned 3rd place and will compete in the regional contest in April. The Employability skills contest representing WBHS was William Yandle. He earned 4th place in the Federation

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Four young men wearing FFA (Future Farmers of America) shirts and hoodies standing together in a school hallway

A young man in a grey hoodie and an older man in an NC State jacket standing together against a tan brick wall

A smiling young man in a blue FFA corduroy jacket standing in front of a window and a tan brick wall.

Students in an agricultural workshop working near a red Craftsman toolbox and welding booths

Students in an agricultural shop looking at a manual near a red Craftsman toolbox and welding stations

🌟 Employee of the Week 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Sherry Lewis and Mrs. Pareece Patterson, our Employees of the Week at West Bladen High School!

Mrs. Lewis serves as an English teacher and plays a vital role in helping our students grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers. Her dedication to student success, engaging instruction, and positive presence in the classroom make a lasting impact on everyone she serves.

Mrs. Patterson is a valued member of our nutrition team and plays an important role in supporting our students each day. Through her hard work, consistency, and friendly presence, she helps ensure that our students are well cared for and ready to learn.

We are grateful for the commitment and service both of these outstanding staff members provide to our school community. Thank you, Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Patterson, for all that you do for West Bladen!

💜🤍

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We’re excited to host our West Bladen CTE Annual Career Fair!

Students had the opportunity to connect with local businesses, explore career pathways, and gain valuable insight into their futures. Thank you to all of our community partners for investing in the next generation!

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

A student with a backpack stands at a U.S. Navy recruitment table featuring brochures and a "Global Force for Good" banner

Students at West Bladen CTE Career Fair speak with a recruiter at the Universal Technical Institute table in a gymnasium

Three female students smiling and talking together at the West Bladen CTE Career Fair in a gymnasium

Students and community partners interact at the West Bladen CTE Career Fair held in a high school gymnasium

Students gather in a high school gymnasium for a career fair, interacting at various information booths and tables

Students and community partners talk and explore career pathways at the West Bladen CTE Annual Career Fair

Students and a community partner discuss career paths at the West Bladen CTE Annual Career Fair

Students and community partners talk at booths during the West Bladen CTE Annual Career Fair in a school gymnasium

A smiling student hangs from a pull-up bar at a career fair while a crowd of classmates and a recruiter watch in a gym

Students at a career fair booth looking at a purple-haired mannequin and a basket of samples at a trade display

The Knights are taking the field and we need you in the stands! Come out and support West Bladen Baseball as we bring the heat today. Let’s show them what Knight Pride looks like!

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Graphic for West Bladen Baseball with the words 'GAME DAY' in large purple and white 3D block letters. A high school baseball player in a purple uniform and helmet is shown in a batting stance in the foreground against a blurred field background.

IT’S GAMEDAY! ⚾️

Our Knights are taking the field away at Latta this Friday, 3/20. Come out and show your support as we look to bring home the W!

JV: 5:00 PM
Varsity : 6:30 PM

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

West Bladen Baseball away vs. Latta. Friday 3/20, JV at 5:00 PM and Varsity at 6:30 PM. Large "GAME" text.

🥎 GAME DAY ALERT! 🥎

Our Lady Knights are hitting the road today to take on Dillon! Come out and show your West Bladen pride as we look to bring home a win. 💜🖤

📍 Where: Dillon
⏰ When: Tonight @ 6:00 PM

Let’s go, Knights! ⚔️💪

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Softball Game Day graphic for West Bladen High School vs. Dillon. The image features a team photo of players in purple uniforms against a purple and black background. Text reads: "Softball Game Day, West Bladen @ Dillon, Friday, March 20, 2026, at 6 PM." A softball illustration is in the bottom right corner

Hard work tastes great! Ms. Kinlaw’s Foods II class is diving deep into advanced food preparation and nutrition. These students are learning that great cooking is a mix of science, art, and a lot of teamwork. Check out what’s cooking in the lab today! 🥘📚

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Two students wearing white aprons and glasses focus on preparing food in a kitchen with purple cabinetry

Two students wearing white aprons and blue shirts work together to decorate a pastry with yellow frosting

Two students in blue and black shirts wearing plastic aprons lean over a table, carefully decorating yellow treats

A student in a black shirt and white apron works at a counter, preparing food in a kitchen with brick walls and brown cabinets.

Congratulations to Christina Brown!
Cadet of the Quarter

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

A smiling female JROTC cadet in a black dress uniform with purple and silver cords, posing in front of a U.S. Army JROTC backdrop

Fuel your brain! ☕️📖 Our EOC Tutoring sessions are officially in session. Stop by every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM to get the help you need.

Check in with your teacher today for all the details. See you there! 🎓

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Educational flyer for EOC Tutoring. Text: "EOC Tutoring. See your teacher for additional details! Tuesday & Thursday 3:00-4:00 PM.

Our West Bladen Knights are hitting the road to take on St. Pauls today! Let’s bring that energy to the away stands and cheer them on to a W.

JV: 4:00 PM
Varsity: 7:00 PM
Location: 📍 St. Pauls High School

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Based on the graphic for West Bladen High School, here is ADA-compliant alt text designed to be descriptive and helpful for users with visual impairments. Recommended Alt Text Graphic for West Bladen Baseball "Game Day." A purple and white design featuring an action shot of a baseball player in a navy and white uniform pitching on the mound. Large, stylized text in the background reads "GAME DAY." The bottom text indicates an away game against St. Pauls on Tuesday, March 17, with JV at 4:00 PM and Varsity at 7:00 PM

Our West Bladen Envirothon Teams will compete at Raven Rock state park on Thursday, March 19th. Students need to arrive on campus by 5:30 am for the trip. Please help us wish these teams good luck!

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Graphic announcing West Bladen Envirothon Teams competition at Raven Rock State Park on Thursday, March 19th, featuring a scenic river and forest landscape

📢 Attention 9th Grade Parents & Guardians!

Transitioning to high school is a big step, and we want to ensure you and your student have all the tools for success! Please join us for our 9th Grade Parent Information Night.

We will cover essential information regarding academics, school expectations, and how you can support your freshman this upcoming year.

📅 Date: March 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
📍 Location: West Bladen Media Center

We look forward to seeing our Knight families there! 💜⚔️

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

BCS Families—

Due to the threat of severe weather in our area and out of an abundance of caution, Bladen County Schools will transition to an asynchronous remote learning day for students and an optional workday for staff tomorrow, Monday, March 16.

Asynchronous learning means that students will work independently on assignments that teachers have either posted in Canvas or Google Classroom.

Staff will receive information about the optional workday from their supervisors later this evening.

All after-school events and activities are cancelled for Monday, March 16. Additionally, the special-called Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday has been postponed until Tuesday, March 17, at 6:30 PM.

Thank you and please stay safe.

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Today we have two Employees of the Week, Mrs. Arlene Wren and Mrs. Demia Bolden.
Mrs. Arlene Wren serves as our school social worker and plays an important role in supporting the well being and success of our students each day. Through her compassion, guidance, and dedication, she helps students overcome challenges and stay focused on their goals. Mrs. Wren is also the proud mother of students Faith and Andrew, and we are grateful for the care and commitment she brings to our school community.
Mrs. Bolden is one of our math teachers and a valued member of our faculty. She is known for her dedication to helping students understand challenging concepts and for the positive relationships she builds in the classroom. We are grateful for the impact she has on our students and look forward to welcoming her back with us soon.

4 months ago, West Bladen High School

Graphic with a purple background reading “Employee of the Week.” A circular photo of Arlene Wren appears in the center. Text below reads “Arlene Wren – West Bladen High School.”

Graphic with a purple background reading “Employee of the Week.” A circular photo of Demia Bolden appears in the center. Text below reads “Demia Bolden – West Bladen High School.”

IT’S GAME DAY! ⚾️🔥

The gear is on, the dirt is flying, and the Knights are ready to take the field. Come out and support West Bladen as we hunt for the ‘W’ tonight!

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Graphic with 'GAME DAY' in large, bold purple and black 3D lettering. A baseball catcher in a dark blue and white uniform is shown in an action pose, crouching on a dirt field with a stadium background. The image has a stylized, energetic feel with white smoke or dust effects around the player.

West Bladen High School is incredibly proud of our National Beta students for their outstanding performance at the North Carolina State Beta Convention this year! Our students represented West Bladen with excellence, creativity, and talent across multiple events.

Their major accomplishments include:

-1st Place – Show Choir
-3rd Place – Large Group Talent

-Jonah Bryan – 5th Place, Black & White Photography (Division I)
-Caroline Musselwhite – 3rd Place, Fiber Arts (Division I)
-Liberty Osborne – 1st Place, Jewelry (Division II)
-Cylee Lugenbell – 5th Place, Quilling (Division II)

In addition, five West Bladen students were selected as Premier Performers: Omarion Brown, Makenna Thurman, Everlee Nance, Anthony Corbett, and Aidan Trinidad. This an honor given to exceptional performers who are invited to take part in a special opening performance at the National Beta Convention.

These achievements are a reflection of the hard work, creativity, and dedication our students bring to everything they do. Their success highlights the core values of the National Beta organization—achievement, leadership, character, and service.

These students are now excited to take the next step as they prepare to compete on the national stage at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee this June.

Congratulations to all of our Beta students and sponsors for representing West Bladen High School with pride! We are so proud of each and every one of you!

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

A composite image celebrating West Bladen High School Beta Club students. It features various group and individual photos of students holding award certificates from a state convention

West Bladen High School student holds a "Premier Performers" award certificate while standing inside a school building

Two smiling West Bladen High School students hold a "Premier Performers" award certificate while standing inside a school building

A group of approximately 25 high school students and two teachers pose together indoors. A student in the center holds a yellow "2nd Place" award certificate from a North Carolina convention

Group of West Bladen High School students standing in a gym, smiling and holding a yellow award plaque for their Show Choir performance at a state convention

Need a little extra help mastering your coursework? 📚 Join us for EOC Tutoring! Whether you're looking to bridge a gap or just want to stay ahead, we’re here to support you.

🗓 When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Details: See your teacher for more information!

Don't wait until the last minute—let's get those scores up together! ✨

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Educational flyer for EOC Tutoring. Text: "EOC Tutoring. See your teacher for additional details! Tuesday & Thursday 3:00-4:00 PM." Image includes a coffee cup on a stack of books.

🌾 Support Our FFA Chapter! 🌾 Our FFA chapter is selling apparel as a fundraiser to help support our students as they participate in competitions, leadership conferences, and other FFA events throughout the year. Check out the gear our students are rocking! Available Items: • Hoodies – $35 • Hats – $25 • Shirts – $25 If you’re interested in supporting our FFA program and grabbing some great gear, please contact Sean Nunnery at smnunnery@bladen.k12.nc.us. Thank you for supporting our students and the future of agriculture! 🌱 #FFA

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Students in our Horticulture I and Ag Mechanics I classes teamed up this week for some school ground beautification. From prepping the soil to getting those trees safely in the ground, these students are putting their classroom skills to work to make our school a more beautiful place for everyone.

We love seeing our students take pride in their campus! Great job, Knights! 🛡️🌱

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Five students and an adult planting a small tree in a field on a sunny day with shovels and a bag of mulch.

Five students in casual clothing work together outdoors to plant a tree in a large black plastic pot on a sunny day.

A young person wearing a black jacket and jeans plants a small tree in a grassy field on a sunny day with trees behind.

Two people standing on a sidewalk next to a patch of grass with a shovel and a hole being dug in the dirt.

The WBHS horticulture program has been busy this semester preparing for the plant sale. Don’t forget to stop by March 30th-April 3rd. All proceeds will go towards the WBHS agricultural program

4 months ago, Lauren Sasser

Eight smiling West Bladen High School horticulture students stand together in a greenhouse, proudly holding various potted plants and trays of green seedlings. The students are positioned behind several rows of organized plant starts, with the greenhouse glass structure visible in the background

A vibrant close-up of a greenhouse bench filled with rows of healthy starter plants, including lime-green and deep purple Sweet Potato vines and variegated Coleus. In the background, a person in a purple shirt works at a neighboring wooden potting table.

Three female students in the West Bladen High School horticulture program carefully planting seedlings into black plastic starter trays on a greenhouse workbench