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Fort Chiswell High School

Thank you to Oasis Greenhouse for donating the beautiful plants to our school for our students to be able to plant! They loved getting to spend some time outdoors. Thank you!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
10 students and 1 staff standing in front of the high school doors holding plants
picture of landscaping with solar lights
picture of tree and bushes with solar lights
Seniors, the Baccalaureate Service is this Sunday. Tag a friend you want to sit beside!

Let senior week begin!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Senior baccalaureate service Sunday, May 17 at 6:00 PM Fort Chiswell Church of God
Seniors - a few additions and changes to senior week!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
& Changes Additions Additions: Sunday, May 17: Senior Sunset (return to FCHS for this event after the Baccalaureate Service) Tuesday, May 19: Senior Last Snap (approx. 1:00 PM) Change: Wednesday, May 20: Senior Breakfast at 8:30 AM in FCHS Cafeteria (originally scheduled for May 18)
Congratulations to Kaden, Karly, and Kellie!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Kaden Elijah Keith: I plan to further my education in the cosmetology field. "Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself." - Charlotte Tilbury
Karly Beth Monday: After graduation, I will be attending Radford University to pursue my Bachelor of Science in Nursing and work towards becoming a registered nurse. "1 Timothy 4:12"
Kellie Renee Stroupe: I plan to gain employment at Little Eyes daycare in Wytheville because of how I relate to them and adore a younger audience. Later in the future I plan to express myself with more of my talented artwork that everyone adores. "Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer, do!"
Class of 2027, you ready?
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Senior drape and tux portraits coming soon! Save the date. May 26 Tuesday - and stay tuned. For current 11th graders. Please bring your $20 sitting fee. For more info, read the form that was sent home on may 13th (extras in the office). SIgn up for a time in room 302 or in on the form in your email.
Congratulations to Kalin, Krista, and Kimberlyn!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Kalin Paige Batchelor: After school I plan to go straight to work in manufacturing. "Who am I to judge another, when I myself walk as an imperfect man?" Luke 6:37
Krista Hammond: after graduation, I plan to get my license in real estate and start working. "I'm 100% sure that all of this will matter in about five years."
Kimberlyn Faith Hart: I plan to attend Virginia Tech and major in biomedical engineering in hopes of pursuing a career in that field. "The greatest risk any of us will take is to be seen as we are." - Cinderella
Congratulations to Jacob, Jamie, and JP!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Jacob Nathaniel Crigger: After high school, I plan to attend Radford University and major in biomedical sciences. "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." - Ferris Bueller
Jamie Johnston - In the future I plan to work and serve Christ. "No worries... God's got me!"
Jerry Paul Hughes - I plan on going to the military right after high school. I want to be in the army specifically. "I have called more deer than girls."

The Jobs for Virginia Grads Program will host their graduation on May 13th! Congrats to all the students who completed this program!

2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
jobs for virginia grads graduation on wednesday may 13 2026 at 9:00 am at fchs auditorium, reception to follow
Congratulations to Hannah, Izzy, and Joey!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Hannah lynne Wilkins: I plan to attend Wytheville Community College to pursue a career in dentistry. "My high school career consisted of 4 years, 30,000 tardies, and 1 diploma."
Isabella Noel McPeak: First I plan to finish my associate degree at WCC, then I will go to esthetician school to become a Master Esthetician. "We made the memories, we've got the pictures but you had to be there." -Megan Moroney
Joey Patrick Bradley - I plan to become a WWE wrestler after graduation. "Drink Prime!" - Logan Paul
Congratulations, Gracie, Gabby, and Hannah!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Danielle Grace O'Dell: I plan to attend Radford University or UVA to obtain my BSN; follwoing this, I hope to further my education and become a pediatric nurse practitioner. "The thing about new beginnings is that they require something else to end." -Blair Waldorf
Gabrielle Ireland Reynolds: I plan to attend university for 4 years in order to pursue a career as a clinical psychologist. "Aloha, auf Wiedersehen, bon soir, sayonara, and all those goodbye things, baby." -Thomas O'Malley, The Aristocats
Hannah Grace Newberry: I plan to attend Radford University to become a pediatric nurse. "The most beautiful thing you can be is yourself." -Barbie
Check out the FCHS greenhouse tomorrow and support your local Ag program!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
fchs ag greenhouse saturday hours, may 9th 9 am to 12 pm and saturday may 16th 9 am to 12 pm. shop local and support ag education
Congratulations, Emily, Eli, and Ethan!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Emily Thompson: I plan to attend WCC for two years then transfer to Radford University to pursue a career in health science. "The greatest part about tennis is you can't run out the click... As long as we are still playing, I have a chance." -Andre Agassi
Eli Gage Armbrister: I plan to attend Radford University to get a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and later get my masters so I can be an orthopedic physician's assistant. "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." -Gandalf
Ethan Benway: I plan on going to college for welding and after that further my education in environmental science. "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." Proverbs 27:17
Congratulations to all our Pioneer students who have earned their associate's degree from Wytheville Community College! Go celebrate all your hard work!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
wytheville community college graduation ceremony saturday may 9th at 6 pm, lists names of graduates
Come out and support the FCHS band!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
band concert friday may 8th at 7:00 pm. come see the FCHS spring band performance
Congratulations, Caleb, Chelsea, and Dylan!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Caleb Malachi Wright: I plan to go work construction with my father. "Dream big and surround yourself with good people. And by good people, I mean people who let you copy their homework."
Chelsea Ogle: I plan to attend Wytheville Community College and pursue a career in law enforcement. "Let whoever think whatever."
Dylan Keith Eversole: I plan on helping my uncle with our family business (Eversole A Well and Pump). Later I will attend WCC to become a plumber! "Sometimes God takes you on a journey you didn't know you needed, to bring you everything you ever wanted. Trust his plan!"
Congratulations to Jackson Johnson on graduating from the Governor's School!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
may 7 at 6 pm new river community college governor's school graduation ceremony
Dear Class of 2026, these two weeks are your time to shine!
Make sure to check out all these dates and deadlines so you don't miss a beat!
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2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Fort Chiswell High School Upcoming Events for Class of 2026 Saturday, May 2 from 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM at the Wytheville Meeting Center PROM: (Everyone must sign up no later than April 30. Payment is required at sign-up. you sign up must be the one you attend the Prom with. No sign-ups on Fri., May 1, 2026. $35 per junior and $35 per guest, and a signed form. FC Seniors $20 and $35 per non-senior guest & signed form. Sign up with Hillenberg: 2nd block, Second chance breakfast & 2nd lunch. Do not interrupt other classes. Picture Background will be available, but no professional photographer. Faculty will assist with picture taking. On the night of prom, the following will be observed: -No bags larger than purse/camera size, -No outside drinks or food, -No one may leave the building and re-enter the prom, -Only students signed up and approved dates will be allowed to attend, -No other students or adults will be allowed in the building.) AND After Prom Celebration at Crossroads from 11 PM - 2 AM Tuesday, May 5: Senior Cap & Gown Photos (schedule TBD and sent out via school email; Group Photo at 11:30) Saturday, May 9 at 6:00 PM: WCC Graduation at Wytheville Meeting Center (For those graduates who will also graduate with their Associate’s Degree from WCC; please be dressed and ready, and arrive 45 minutes early) Wednesday, May 13: All Senior Materials due (Chromebooks, library checkouts, overdue fees to Mrs. Harris in the Library or Mrs. Songer in the Main Office) Friday, May 15: Senior Class Trip to Carowinds (cost = $60 per student + does include one meal voucher; departure from FCHS at 7:00 AM sharp; the bus will not wait; bring money for meal home and other expenditures; students MUST ride the bus to receive a ticket; return approx. at 11:00 PM at FCHS; money and permission slips due back to Mr. Grimes by May 1; all monies are non-refundable) Sunday, May 17 at 6:00 PM: Baccalaureate Service (Fort Chiswell Church of God; Officers arrive by 5:15; Graduates arrive by 5:30; Wear gowns but no caps) Monday, May 18 at 8:30 AM: Senior Breakfast + Elementary/Middle School Walk-thru (Please bring cap and gown for Walk-thru) Tuesday, May 19: WCTC Graduation Practice at 9:00 AM (REQUIRED; Caps may not be decorated; wear home cap; dress business casual) + Senior Awards Night at 6:00 PM in Auditorium Thursday, May 21: Indoor Graduation Practice (Students are REQUIRED to meet in the Cafeteria no later than 8:30 AM. If you do not attend, you will not walk on Saturday.) + WCTC Graduation at 6:00 PM (GWHS Auditorium) Friday, May 22: Outdoor Graduation Practice (Students are REQUIRED to meet in the Cafeteria no later than 8:30 AM. If you do not attend, you will not walk on Saturday. + Senior Picnic at Claytor Lake after Outdoor Practice (Picnic Shelter #5) Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 AM: Graduation (Assemble in Cafeteria NO LATER than 9:00 AM dressed with your cap (including tassel), gown, and accessories. No tickets or limited number of guests needed for an outdoor graduation. However, if weather does not permit us to host an outdoor graduation, a prompt decision will be made in time to adjust location and 6 tickets will be provided to seniors for guests. No confetti guns OR silly string.)
Congratulations, Ashlynn, Bailey, and Caleb!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Ashlynn Danielle Vaught: I plan to attend Liberty University to study business administration and data analysis with a specialization in nonprofit management, and pursue my calling to start a missions-based nonprofit. "All lights turned off can be turned on." - Noah Kahan
Bailey Blair: I plan to attend Radford University starting in the fall. At Radford, I plan to get my bachelors degree in nursing to later specialize in being a NICU nurse. "The carousel never stops turning." -Elis Grey, Greys Anatomy
Caleb Brown: I plan to attend Radford University. "I've got bigger fish to fry."
Congratulations, Cora, Ayden, and Aurora!
2 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
Cora Pearl Aker: I plan to attend Wytheville Community College to get my RN and start working in the medical field. Ii plan to go back to college to get my BSN as well as my doctorate. "No Cora, you can't sleep. You have to pass my class."
Ayden Cook: After FCHS, I plan on going into the army for military intel, then I plan on going to UVA for business and music! "Overthinking will kill your peace, pray and leave it to God."
Aurora Lyons: I plan to attend WCC to pursue an Associate's Degree in general studies and later transfer to an online program to attain my bachelor's in social work. I wish to work with geriatric patients. "May the rest of our lives the best of our lives." - Mamma Mia 2.
If you are interested in playing football this upcoming fall, here is some information from the interest meeting last night!
3 months ago, Fort Chiswell High School
May 19: Free Physicals during school (juniors who are SOL testing will be rescheduled), May 26: Sports Banquet for Fall 2025 Season, Summer Weightlifting: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 8-10:30 (8th graders only can choose morning HS or afternoon MS times), June 27 - July 5: Dead Week (No Weightliftings), July 31: 1st Day of Practice