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				<title><![CDATA[April 2 Board Meeting Moved to Smithfield High]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:39:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Seeks Input on Disruption Free Learning]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The survey will close Friday, March 27, at 11:59 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friday, March 20, is an Asynchronous Day for Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students do NOT report to school]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🚌 Zonar MyView: Real-Time Bus Tracking for IWCS Families]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools is excited to introduce Zonar MyView, a new bus-tracking app designed to give families greater confidence, convenience, and connection when it comes to student transportation.

This powerful tool allows parents and guardians to stay informed about their child’s bus in real time—helping reduce the uncertainty of pick-up and drop-off times while enhancing overall safety and communication.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Recognizes 3rd Quarter ABCD Award Winner]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Monday, March 16, Due to Severe Weather Threat]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Approves 2026-2027 Calendar]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Board approved the calendar at their March 12 meeting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:56:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2nd Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 2nd Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Supporting Strong Readers Across IWCS]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Winter Literacy Update offers a snapshot of how Isle of Wight County Schools is implementing our Division Literacy Plan to support student reading growth and strengthen literacy outcomes divisionwide.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rookie Teacher of the Year!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations Ms. Parker]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Operating on a 2 Hour Delay Monday, Feb. 23]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Any further changes will be announced Monday morning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Schedules Public Hearing on the Proposed 2026-2027 School Budget for March 5, 2026]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools/Offices will be Closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SMS Instructional Coach Receives VATLL Leadership Award]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Sports Tryouts]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Weather Update and Potential Schedule Changes for Thursday]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Open Tuesday, February 3, on a REGULAR SCHEDULE]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2161473</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[❤️ GO RED with IWCS! ❤️]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In honor of American Heart Month, Isle of Wight County Schools is going RED on Friday, February 6, 2026!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Monday, February; High School Exam Schedule Adjusted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2160856</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[UPDATE:   All WEEKEND activities, including athletic events, are cancelled.]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are also closely monitoring the potential for additional snow this weekend. If weather conditions impact Monday’s schedule, families and employees will receive an update no later than 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 1.

Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2026-2027 School Calendar Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2160481</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The survey closes on February 6.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:09:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-2026 SPED Parent Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2159691</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each school year the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is required to report to the U.S. Department of Education the "Percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with disabilities."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:04:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Readiness Night]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2159588</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Tuesday, January 27]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2158204</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[High School Exams moved to Feb. 2 & 3]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Monday, January 26]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2157649</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Travel on back roads throughout the county remains treacherous due to ice and snow.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Weather Update: Schedule and Exam Adjustments]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2156789</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS is closely monitoring the potential winter storm forecast for this weekend.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NEW: Eligibility Requirements for IWCS Athletics/Activities]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2157049</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Supporting Strong Readers Across IWCS]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2156086</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fall Literacy Update offers a snapshot of how Isle of Wight County Schools is implementing our Division Literacy Plan to support student reading growth and strengthen literacy outcomes divisionwide.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:55:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices are Closed Monday, January 19, 2026, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2154388</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1st Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2149265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 1st Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Open On Time Wednesday, December 10]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2144466</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Allow extra time for your morning commute and drive carefully.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Tuesday, December 9, for All Students & Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2143906</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Monday, December 8, for All Students & Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2143320</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Friday for Students & Staff.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2142477</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Winter weather is expected to impact morning travel.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TOY]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2140812</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Concert]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2140671</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Announces Finalists for Division-wide Teacher of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2140429</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Elementary - Emily Bradshaw, Windsor Elementary School
Middle - Talley Williford, Smithfield Middle School
High - Chris Johnson,  Windsor High School]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Launches "Say Something Anonymous Reporting System"]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2140179</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board Statement on Marijuana Use and Student Conduct]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2136970</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update on Smithfield High School Incident: False Report Confirmed]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2137575</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Swag Sale!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2133996</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All Isle of Wight County Schools and Offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2132792</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Honoring IWCS Veterans]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2133244</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TOY]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2132195</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Tryouts]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2131085</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District Chorus]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2130844</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Breanna Lebo for qualifying for District Four Chorus as a Soprano! She performed in the Top 30 of all sopranos who auditioned. She now has the opportunity to attend the District Four Middle School Chorus event in February as a representative for Smithfield Middle School Chorus and Isle of Wight County Schools. Way to go, Breanna!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[JV Boys Basketball]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2130598</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virginia Emergency Food Assistance Available for SNAP Recipients]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2129799</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families can visit dss.virginia.gov for details, benefit schedules, and FAQs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Pictures Are Ready!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2127083</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/17-10/24)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2122659</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Robotics and Manufacturing Club]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2120489</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/10-10/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2119819</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Boys Soccer Interest Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2118836</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/16-9/26)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2111001</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:08:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/5-9/12)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2104296</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Posts Strong SOL Results, Outpaces State in Every Subject]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2101936</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 20:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National BETA School of Merit]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2097418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[I don't know if you all know, but our BETA kids are kind of a big deal! Thanks to their amazing performance over the last few years Smithfield Middle School is now a National BETA School of Merit! Amazing job Panthers!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Selected for VDOE's 2025 Virginia Food for Virginia Kids Cohort]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2093602</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:59:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House Dates Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2093558</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:06:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Sports Tryouts]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2090577</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Policy for Providing Free or Reduced-Price Meals]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2090470</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virginia Tax Free Weekend Returns August 1-3]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2089855</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Seeks Input on Capital Improvement Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2087978</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The survey closes Monday, July 28, at 11:59pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Beta Club Students from IWCS Earn National Recognition at 2025 National Beta Convention]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2087968</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 16:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Families May Be Eligible for Summer EBT Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2085570</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students are automatically enrolled in Virginia SUN Bucks if they receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits or participate in an income-eligible Medical Assistance program (such as Medicaid).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4th Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2084155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 4th Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 22:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration is Open for the 2025-2026 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2083071</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Work Schedules Begin June 20, 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2082228</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be open 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Thursday.  Buildings and offices will be closed on Fridays.  IWCS will return to regular hours after Labor Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:19:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed  June 19 for Juneteenth holiday]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2082226</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools will recognize the state holiday on Thursday, June 19, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:19:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Hours]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2080724</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebration of Education]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2080504</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS honored Teachers of the Year, the Rookie Teacher of the Year, the Support Employee of the Year, and retiring staff members.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:06:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Dismissals for Last Two Student Days]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2080084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools will dismiss 3 hours early on June 11 and June 12.  June 12 is the last day of school for all students. June 13 is a staff workday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be CLOSED for students and staff on Friday, May 23, and Monday, May 26.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2073986</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:04:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[3rd Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2071409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 3rd Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 13:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Art Show Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2064297</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 12:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Support Staff of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2062736</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break Begins April 14]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2055981</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS offices and buildings will be closed Monday, April 14, through Friday, April 18, for Spring Break. Monday, April 21, is a holiday for students and a virtual work day for staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VDOE Seeks Parents to Assist with Standards Setting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2060615</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:52:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nominations are Open for IWCS Support Employee of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2057551</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools (IWCS) is proud to introduce the Support Employee of the Year program, recognizing the invaluable contributions of the staff members who help create a thriving learning environment for our students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools Joins VDOE’s Grow Your Own-Registered Apprenticeship Program to Strengthen Teacher Pipeline]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2055482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet our first cohort of apprentices!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Purple Up! on Wednesday April 9 in Support of Military Kids]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2053693</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Across Virginia, Wednesday, April 9, will be the day to “Purple Up! For Military Kids.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join IWCS for a Night of Talent and Creativity]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2052754</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cheer Interest Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2051647</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Calendar Reminders]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2045473</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, March 14, is an asynchronous day for students.  It will be a parent conference day for elementary and middle schools and a professional learning day for high schools.  Monday, March 17 is a student holiday and a staff virtual work day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Approved 2025-2026 School Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2046323</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At the March 13, 2025 School Board meeting, the board approved the 2025-2026 school calendar.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daylight Savings Begins this Weekend]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2043475</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time officially begins Sunday, March 9, at 2am.  Don't forget to move your clocks up one hour.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Student Art on Display During Youth Art Month]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2042583</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To celebrate, the Art Center @319 Main St. is hosting a student art gallery.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read Across America]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2039675</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Thursday, February 20; Asynchronous Friday for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2035556</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed on Wednesday, February 19]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2034870</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices are Closed on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents' Day.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033667</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:38:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2nd Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033220</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033220</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 2nd Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Sports Tryouts]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033615</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033615</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiss a Goat Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033055</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2033055</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All After School Activities/Events Canceled for Tuesday, Feb 11.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2031533</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/31-2/7)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2028207</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2028207</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 15:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-2026 School Calendar Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2026194</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2026194</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The survey closes on February 7.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Fleet Services Achieves Unprecedented Success in Vehicle Maintenance and Readiness]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2024871</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2024871</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS on a 2 Hour Delay Friday, January 24]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2022462</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices Closed Wednesday, January 22, Due to Weather]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2021264</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Weather Related Schedule Changes]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2016006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS activities are cancelled for Saturday, January 11.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/10-1/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2015876</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Will Remain Closed Tuesday, January 7, for all Students & Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2012987</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2012987</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 18:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed Monday, January 6, For All Students & Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2012283</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2012283</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for our area in effect from Sunday evening to Monday morning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 18:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/3-1/10)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2012048</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA and SGA Snowball Dance]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2011938</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:57:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/19-1/3)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2011936</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12-113-12/19)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2008439</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1st Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2001460</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all 1st Quarter Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:24:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KidWind Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2001036</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/22-12/6)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/2001032</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving break for students is November 25 through November 29.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1998382</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/15-11/22)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1997140</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Concert]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1997137</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Sports Tryouts]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1995107</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/8-11/15)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1995091</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be Closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1993864</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Applications for the Governor's School for the Arts Due December 6]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962165</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Patriotic Spirit Week]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1987449</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/25-11/1)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1987004</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2024 20:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/18-10/25))]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1983082</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:19:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Monday, October 14, is a holiday for all students and staff.  Tuesday, October 15, is a student holiday and a staff professional learning day.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1974518</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/11-10/18)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1981000</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:08:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher of the Year, Mr. Nance!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1979348</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone Outages at IWCS]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1975885</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS is currently experiencing phone outages once again due to a Spectrum issue.  We appreciate your patience during this time and will post an update once the problem has been resolved.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:42:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone service has been restored throughout IWCS.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1976307</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone Service Has Been Restored Throughout IWCS]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1974823</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Monday, September 23, is an Asynchronous Day for Students and a Staff Work Day]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1967417</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1967417</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Students do NOT report to school on Monday.  Schools will share additional information on the expectations for students on an asynchronous day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/1-9/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1969500</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1969500</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 15:05:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hub MRC Applications Due]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1968418</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:05:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dance Team Interest Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1968417</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1968417</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:03:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/13-9/20)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1965823</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1965823</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:33:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DAR Essay Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1963594</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:11:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register for Meet the Governor's School for the Arts Night]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962157</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962157</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Register to attend at https://www.gsarts.org/admissions. All current 8th through 11th grade students are eligible to apply to GSA.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Implements Online Facility Rental Platform]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962110</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962110</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[IWCS is excited to introduce the new facility scheduling software that is now in place for renting school facilities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/6-9/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1962689</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 22:20:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS is Cell-Phone Free During the School Day]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1956981</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (August 29-September 6)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1959177</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 13:17:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Partnerships]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1959176</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1959176</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Huge shout out to our Community Partners who have helped make the start of the 2024-2025 school year be a success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 13:12:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Vaccine Clinics for 7th & 12th Graders Thursday & Friday]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1957945</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1957945</guid>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:40:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Patriot Pen Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1946049</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Patriot Pen Contest!  Click on the link for entry details. https://www.vfwpost8545.org/events/voice-of-democracy/]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 13:51:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virginia Tax Free Weekend Returns August 2-4]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1944181</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:44:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virginia Department of Education Announces Eight Commonwealth Conversations on Cell Phone-Free Education]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1943322</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:32:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet the Pack Night]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1942605</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:06:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Announces Fourth Quarter Honor Roll]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1942142</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:01:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be closed Thursday for the July 4 holiday.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1941353</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 16:23:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We are hiring!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1940991</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:35:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Mrs. Yunker]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1940990</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:32:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS to Participate in Summer Food Service Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1940306</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meals will be provided to all children without charge on a first come, first served basis.  

Hardy Elementary School (Open Site Ages 4-18) July 8,2024- July 25,2024 Monday - Thursday Breakfast 9:15AM-9:45AM
Lunch 11:50AM-12:15PM]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 17:26:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Families May Be Eligible for Summer EBT Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1940307</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students are automatically enrolled in Virginia SUN Bucks if they receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits or participate in an income-eligible Medical Assistance program (such as Medicaid).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 17:25:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed  June 19 for Juneteenth holiday]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1936684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools will recognize the state holiday on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Work Schedules Begin June 17, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1936682</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be open 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Thursday.  Buildings and offices will be closed on Fridays.  IWCS will return to regular hours after Labor Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Dismissals for Last Two Student Days]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1936677</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools will dismiss 3 hours early on June 12 and June 13. June 13 is the last day of school for all students. June 14 is a staff workday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:22:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (5/17-5/24)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1928688</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 07:30:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Don't Wait--Vaccinate!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1927209</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get your child's back-to-school vaccines early.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 17:20:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cheer Interest Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1912137</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:10:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (4/12-4/20)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1912025</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:31:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Q Daddies Night!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1901312</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out and support SMS on Wednesday, March 27th at Q Daddy's in Smithfield! 10% of all sales from 5-8 pm will go to support Smithfield Middle School. We look forward to seeing you there.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:30:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Shares Proposed Budget for FY25]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1901273</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Board will hold a public hearing on March 21 on the proposed budget.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:41:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Youth Art Month at The Arts Center]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1900481</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Admission is Free!  Stop by and check out the beautiful artwork from our talented students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:36:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Snow Day in May]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1900178</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Friday before Memorial Day is now a student and staff holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024-2025 School Calendar Approved]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1900177</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At the March 14 School Board meeting, the board approved the calendar for the upcoming school  year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:33:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/15-3/21)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1899725</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:02:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS to Host Gifted and Talented Night]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1899430</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out and support students enrolled in Fine Arts classes, Math Plus (elementary) classes, and identified gifted students as they showcase their work on perspectives.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 21:36:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS to Follow CDC Guidelines for Respiratory Virus  for Students/Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1898929</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This includes illnesses such as COVID, FLU, RSV and Colds.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Budget Public Hearing Set for March 21]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1897915</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A copy of the budget will be posted on the website prior to the hearing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/8-3/15)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1896756</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:27:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Public Hearing on the 24-25 Budget and work session scheduled for March 7 have been CANCELLED.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1893961</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A new date will be shared as soon as we have that information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:47:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Disability Benefits: Social Security and VA Medicaid Waivers]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1894668</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us as we discuss in clear language: what are Social Security benefits, what are Virginia's Medicaid Waivers, who is eligible, and how do I apply?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:28:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/1-3/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1893470</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 20:31:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/23-3/1)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1890613</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 09:47:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Announces 2nd Quarter Honor Roll Lists]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1887816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance for the 2nd quarter!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Western Tidewater Health District Shares Letter with Families on Seasonal Allergies]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1887411</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:57:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Creates In Memoriam Page]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1884765</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS considers all current and past employees as part of our family.  We celebrate them when they are with us, and when they retire.  We also know many members of the community would like to join us in celebrating them when they are no longer with us.  To that end, IWCS has created a page where anyone can share information on the passing of a former employee.  The information will be posted on an In Memoriam page on the IWCS website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/16-2/23)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1886504</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 17:12:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS is Seeking Input on the Budget Priorities for the 2024-2025 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1886355</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey.  The survey will close on Sunday, February 25, at 11:59pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:28:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be Closed on Monday, February 19, in observance of Presidents' Day.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1885409</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Recognizes SROs for School Resource Officer Appreciation Day]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1880882</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In IWCS, we are fortunate to have a full time SRO in ALL schools--including elementary schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/9-2/16)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1883164</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Feb 2024 18:13:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS to Host Transition to Adulthood Series for Students with Disabilities]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1880805</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first three sessions will consist of training regarding what it means to turn 18 as a student with a disability in Virginia, social security and Medicaid waivers, and financial decisions.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Accepting Feedback on the 2024-2025 School Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1869312</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To provide comments on the proposed calendar, complete the Online Survey by clicking on the headline.  The calendar survey will remain open until January 31, 2024 at 11:59 pm.  A final draft calendar will be shared with the School Board at their February 8, 2024, meeting.  The board will vote to approve a calendar at their March 14, 2024, meeting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 09:02:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update:  School Schedule Changes due to JRB Closure]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1870139</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[VDOT plans to conduct a second closure of the James River Bridge beginning in the early morning hours of February 2 until 5:00am on February 6. As a result, IWCS has announced that February 2, which is already a student holiday, will be a staff virtual workday.  February 5 will also be a student holiday and a staff virtual workday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 09:02:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Recognizes Counselors for School Counselor Appreciation Week]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1880812</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you  to all of our amazing school counselors for all you do for our students, staff, and school community!.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:10:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VDOE Releases Winter Virginia Growth Assessment Parent Reports]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1876930</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS will Share Information with Parents in Report Cards]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/2-2/9)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1879532</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:47:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Announces New Instructional Coordinator and Principal for SMS]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1878652</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Buggs will lead the division's efforts to address chronic absenteeism.  Kulp to serve as Principal for SMS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:27:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/26-2/2)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1875418</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 16:43:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hearts Aglow Dance]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1874893</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 06:56:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National Wind Energy Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1869172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our engineering students compete a the KidWind Energy Contest each year. Now our art students have a way to participate as well. Please see the link for contest rules. Submissions are due by March 22. Two winners from each grade will be selected and will receive $200 plus the opportunity to have their work displayed at the World KidWind Challenge in May in Minneapolis, Minnesota.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:34:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Softball Tryouts]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1870388</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 15:14:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/12-1/19)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1869099</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 09:11:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Just a reminder:    Friday, January 12 is an Asynchronous Day for Students and a Virtual Workday for Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1866905</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, January 15:  All Schools are Closed for for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 18:00:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Two (2) Hour Early Dismissal Today for IWCS]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1864288</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With the concern for flooding and strong winds across the county this afternoon, all Isle of Wight County Schools and Offices will be dismissing TWO (2) hours early today. In addition, all after school activities are canceled for today.

We urge everyone to please use caution on the roads and avoid any dangerous situations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 10:17:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All After School Activities Cancelled For January 9, 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1864206</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With the potential for localized flooding and high winds later today, IWCS has made the decision to cancel all after school activities.  In addition, students attending the Governor's School for the Arts or Governor's School for Science & Technology will not be sent today. Schools will notify parents regarding the rescheduling of any cancelled events.  

Please continue to monitor the division's website, social media, email, and other IWCS communication resources should there be any further announcements regarding changes to today's schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:51:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Wear Orders Due by Jan. 31st]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1863355</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 08:38:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spelling Bee]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1863320</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 07:05:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/5-1/12)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1863319</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 07:02:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Governor's School for Science and Technology]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1861809</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Virtual Parent Information Sessions. Click on the image for information about the GSST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 10:36:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Proposes Calendar Changes in Response to James River Bridge Closures]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1859194</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced primary and backup dates for closing the James River Bridge (JRB) related to cable replacement on the structure.   During these dates, traffic heading to or from the peninsula will be rerouted to the Monitor Merrimac Bridge Tunnel (MMBT), or the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry. VDOT is anticipating extreme congestion throughout Hampton Roads during the closures. Many of our employees travel over the JRB or MMBT to work in IWCS and we anticipate significant disruption to employee arrival times on these days. 

In response to these concerns, IWCS is proposing the following changes to the school calendar for January and February 2024]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:56:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/8-12/15)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1856642</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:49:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Support Mrs. Cox and her art students by voting for your favorite plow!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1854014</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click on the link to vote for the SMS "Virginia is for Lovers' plow designed and painted by Mrs. Cox's amazing eighth grade art students!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:09:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Exploration Saturdays]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1853679</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free Middle School Opportunity with the Virginia Space Grant Consortium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:05:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/1-12/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1852906</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:06:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be Closed November 22-24.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1847219</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We wish all of our families and employees a very Happy Thanksgiving.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Nurse Supervisor Best in Virginia]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1847261</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS School Nurse Supervisor LaDona Roddy was recognized at the Virginia Association of School Nurses (VASN) Fall Conference as Virginia School Nurse Administrator of the Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/17-11/24)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1848177</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2023 12:45:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Impact Aid Survey Forms:  Due December 4]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1840574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Impact Aid is a federal grant program designed to help pay for the education of federally connected children.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Participates in VDOTs “Paint the Plow” Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1845852</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All four snowplows will be featured in the Smithfield Christmas Parade and the Windsor Christmas Parade.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Child Find Screenings]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1840906</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[November 13 at Carrollton ES and November 15 at Windsor ES]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:08:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday, November 5]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1840580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Remember to set your clocks back one hour.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:33:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canned Food Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1839873</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:45:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Recognizes Bus Drivers]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1833387</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In honor of School Bus Transportation Employees Appreciation Day, IWCS celebrated bus drivers with an appreciation breakfast this week. Breakfast was held at SMS on Wednesday for the Smithfield/Carrollton drivers, and on Thursday for the Windsor/Carrsville drivers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:43:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/27-11/3)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1837069</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 17:05:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wear Orange for Unity Day]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1831565</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't forget to wear orange tomorrow for Unity Day!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:06:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Phone and Internet Service has been Restored to all IWCS Locations]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1830523</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 14:38:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/6-10/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1827459</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:03:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Drama Club Boo Grams]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1823977</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:03:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Crunch Heard 'Round the Commonwealth]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1823753</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[October is National Farm to School (F2S) Month and, in Virginia, the celebration begins with Virginia Farm to School (VA F2S) Week during the first full week of October. Isle of Wight County Schools will make some noise for local farm to school programs on Thursday, October 5, 2023, with the Seventh Annual Crunch Heard ‘Round the Commonwealth.  The Crunch features participants taking a bite out of a juicy Virginia apple to raise awareness about the value of connecting students with local food.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:14:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1823571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We can't wait to see everyone there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:10:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/28-10/6)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1822399</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:54:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/22-9/28)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1819147</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:58:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2 Hour Early Dismissal for All IWCS Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1818288</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With the concern for flooding and strong winds across the county this afternoon, all Isle of Wight County Schools and Offices will be dismissing TWO (2) hours early today. In addition, all after school activities are canceled for today.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:05:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schools Enhance Security Through Visitor Management System]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1817922</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The RAPTOR system is an advanced visitor management tool designed to enhance the safety of our schools. It reads a visitor's identification (such as a driver's license or state-issued photo ID card), cross-references it against a national database of registered sex offenders from all 50 states, and promptly alerts administrators if a match is found.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:30:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Soccer Interest Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1816006</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:00:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/15-9/22)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1815995</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:54:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Patriot's Pen Essay Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1813410</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:55:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[B.E.T.A. Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1809829</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:54:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/9-9/15)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1811553</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:51:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Governor's School for the Arts Info]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1809828</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 20:32:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/1-9/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1807925</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:32:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1807168</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Isle of Wight County Schools and Offices are closed Friday, September 1, and Monday, September 4, for the Labor Day holiday.  We look forward to welcoming back students for the new school year on Tuesday, September 5.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 18:13:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1805075</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:45:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Basics]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1795384</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out our Back to School Basics page for all the information you need to prepare for the 2023-2024 school year.  New this year are Digital Supply lists.  Easy, online ordering for all your Back to School supplies.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:46:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register Your Child for the 2023-2024 School Year Now!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1794163</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you have a student new to IWCS, you must fully register your child with the school they will be attending.  Families are encouraged to register their child no later than August 24 in order to have teacher assignments in place before Open House.  You can complete most of the registration online. Please register today and ensure your child has a smooth start to their school year.  Reminder:  Our offices are closed on Fridays through Labor Day and on Monday, September 4.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 10:05:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Easy School Supply Shopping with our Online School Supply Lists Feature!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1790344</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS is happy to announce the use of Edlio’s Supply Lists feature. Supply Lists makes it easy for parents to purchase all necessary school supplies in one click and have them delivered to their doorstep, saving time and hassle.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2023 17:49:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Open House Schedules for August 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1790151</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 08:49:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Lady Packers Basketball Camp]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1787997</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 18:30:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be closed for the July 4 holiday.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1776602</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4th Quarter Honor Roll Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1783258</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance for the 4th quarter!  Honor Roll Lists have been sent to the local papers and are posted on the IWCS website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Hours Begin June 20, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1776591</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be open 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Thursday.  IWCS will return to regular hours on August 21, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Closed  June 19 for Juneteenth holiday.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1776522</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools will recognize the state holiday on Monday, June 19, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jun 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools and Offices will be closed Friday, May 26, and Monday, May 29.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1770805</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 15:07:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Teams Excel in National Championship]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1787394</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2023 KidWind and KidWind Solar Challenge teams from Smithfield High (SHS) and Smithfield Middle (SMS) ended their season on a high note in May as they participated in the National KidWind Competition in Boulder, CO.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:37:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Before heading out for summer, make sure your children’s  immunizations are up to date.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1776698</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Isle of Wight Health Department, in partnership with IWCS, will host a back-to-school vaccination clinic for grades K-12 on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Isle of Wight Health Department.  See the flyer for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:49:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS Schools will dismiss 3 hours early on June 14 and June 15.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1776581</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[June 15 is the last day of school for all students.  June 16 is a staff workday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:54:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teachers:  Join our team in June and get a bonus!]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1773525</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:08:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebration of Education]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1762536</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS will honor Retirees and Teacher of the Year on May 23.  Please click for additional information if you are interested in attending the celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VDOE Offering K-12 Learning Acceleration Grants to Families of Qualifying Students]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1768328</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students' educational progress and well-being, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced in March 2023 the availability of $30 million in Learning Acceleration Grants to be used for qualifying education services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 15:33:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS one of Five School Divisions to Complete VSBA's Inaugural Fiscal Governance Cohort Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1767408</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The training enhanced their knowledge of governance, school finance, teaching and learning, budget management, and communication.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 08:58:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Piloting Isle Grow Preschool with “Reverse Inclusion” classes]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1764785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Continue reading if you have a typically developing 3-4 year old child.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 21:11:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Third Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1763808</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance for the 3rd quarter!  Honor Roll Lists have been sent to the local papers and are posted on the IWCS website. 
https://www.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/pages/honor_roll]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 13:24:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volunteers Wanted for IWCS Vulnerability & Threat Assessment Team]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1763763</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools is seeking community and parental involvement to serve as a part of a Vulnerability and Threat Assessment Team.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 12:25:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools  2023 Virtual Summer School Program]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1762836</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The IWCS summer school program will provide students with the opportunity to take a new course during the summer for high school credit--Health & PE 9, Health & PE 10, Economics & Personal Finance.  This will open-up their schedule during the school year and give them more flexibility to take advanced classes (AP, Dual Enrollment), add additional electives or participate in regional programs (Governor’s Schools).   The tuition-based program will be delivered in an online format and will be facilitated by an IWCS teacher. Students must have access to the internet outside of school. Registration Deadline is June 16.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 22:31:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (5/7-5/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1762193</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 07:42:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (6/21-6/28)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1758555</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 08:42:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IWCS Vehicles Available Through Public Auction]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1757670</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[IWCS is selling several surplus vehicles through public auction.  To view the online auction site, visit https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,va/list/current?orgid=94380]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 08:32:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kid Wind Q Daddy's Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1757077</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2022-2023 SPED Parent Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1756107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each school year the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is required to report to the U.S. Department of Education the "Percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with disabilities."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:09:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (4/21-4/28)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1755169</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:30:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title I, II and IV Needs Assessment Survey and Program Evaluation For the 2022-2023 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1752643</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Isle of Wight County Schools is required by law to assess the needs of our school system in Title I, II and IV federal programs.  A Title I, II and IV Needs Assessment survey is being made available to various stakeholders throughout the division, including employees, all parents, middle school and high school students, and community members to obtain feedback on perceived priorities that are either partially or fully funded by one of the previously mentioned grants.  
As part of that assessment, the division needs your input to help plan and design these programs for next year.  Please click the link below to complete a brief survey on the importance of various ideas and initiatives on your child's educational experience. The survey will close at 4:30 pm on Monday, April 24.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:13:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All IWCS offices and buildings will be closed Monday, April 10, through Friday, April 14, for Spring Break.]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1748938</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enjoy your spring break!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 17:16:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Farewell to Hardy Elementary School]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1748744</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There are two opportunities for the public to visit and say “Goodbye” to the school where they, or their children, once walked the halls. If you can’t make it in person, don’t worry. IWCS is creating a video to document the current building.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:52:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer School Opportunities for IWCS Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1748751</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In addition to teachers, Isle of Wight County Schools is seeking other qualified IWCS staff to support Summer School and ESY, including: Bus Drivers, Instructional Assistants, Food Service workers and a Nurse. If you are interested, please see the attached document for details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:06:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/31-4/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1747167</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:15:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/24-3/31)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1746131</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:14:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/10-3/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1740899</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 08:59:52 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2nd Quarter Honor Roll Posted]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1734612</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to all Honor Roll students on your outstanding academic performance for the 2nd quarter!  Honor Roll Lists have been sent to the local papers and are posted on the IWCS website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 09:08:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-2024 School Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1737548</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Board approved the 2023--2024 calendar at their March 9, 2023 School Board Meeting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 08:59:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The 2023-2024 Budget Process is Underway]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1738725</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 11:48:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (3/10-3/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1737943</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:47:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/24-3/3)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1733740</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:59:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/17-2/24)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1733743</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:00:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/10-2/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1723702</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:11:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (2/3-2/10)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1720044</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:10:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/27-2/3)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1720043</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:10:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/20-1/27)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1713215</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:02:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/13-1/20)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1713212</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 09:02:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (1/6-1/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1706138</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:14:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/15-1/2)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1704195</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:06:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/9-12/16)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1699045</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 08:04:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (12/2-12/9)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1697740</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:14:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/25-12/2)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1697739</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:13:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/18-11/25)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1691598</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:11:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/11-11/18)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1687592</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 07:51:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (11/4 - 11/11)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1685175</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:47:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/28 - 11/2)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1685174</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1685174</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:46:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/21-10/28)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1679643</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:50:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (10/14-10/21)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1674758</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week's "Framily" update. Was also sent via email.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 15:57:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Expo]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1668319</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[November 5 10:00 - 2:00]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 18:11:29 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Patriot's Pen Essay Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1667871</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to Mrs. Brinkley by October 24th.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:08:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Governor's School for the Arts Info]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1667870</link>
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Open House 10/26 @ 6:00pm]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:05:52 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/30-10/7)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:57:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/23-9/30)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:07:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/16-9/23)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:50:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/9-9/16)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:43:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BayPort Credit Union]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 17:45:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (9/2-9/9)]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:48:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:34:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Letter]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 12:07:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SHS Field Hockey]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:50:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Nottoway Tribe Annual PowWow]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Ms. Ashby]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Best Wishes Mrs. Street & Ms. Harmon]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:12:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Field Hockey Conditioning]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:26:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (6/10-6/16)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1617091</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:54:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panther Press (6/3-6/10)]]></title>
				<link>http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/news/article/1620537</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:53:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated 2021-2022 Bus Routes]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:37:38 -0400</pubDate>
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