West Buncombe Elementary

Here is a working list of resources for BCS families and staff as we recover from Hurricane Helene's widespread impacts. A more comprehensive list of resources can be found in th...

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the outpouring of support from both inside and outside the Buncombe County Schools community has been nothing short of remarkable. Whether you’ve ...

At West Buncombe Elementary, Hispanic Heritage Month was welcomed with excitement as the Dual Language teachers dressed in their beautiful native attire and greeted students and p...

In September of 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that the Asheville City and Buncombe County school systems jointly study the feasibility of a merger and design...

West Buncombe Elementary School (WBES) fourth graders had a recipe for fun when they visited Clyde A. Erwin High School’s (CAEHS) foods class this past spring. The eager young ch...

Buncombe County Schools families can find out in real time how close their school bus is to their stop. A new app called Edulog is now available for bus routes throughout the sc...

Buncombe County Schools' theme for the year is “Together We Rise,” which was evident with more than 3,000 BCS team members gathered to mark the return to school with Convocation....

In the heart of the Erwin District, a group of eager second and third graders dove into the pages of fair away lands for a Summer Reading Camp filled with stories, learning and f...

The Buncombe County Schools Foundation (BCSF) celebrated local educators with a special event on May 7, 2024, held at the scenic North Carolina Governor's Western Residence, which...

Students from area schools gathered together for a joint Buncombe County Special Olympics event, showcasing their athletic skills in a series of adaptive sports. The event kicked ...

As the sun began to set on West Buncombe Elementary School (WBES), a magical transformation took place within its walls. It was International Family Night, a spectacular fusion of...

Don't forget that the week of Feb 12 - 16 is "LOVE the BUS"! ❤️=🚍 Bus Drivers and Transportation Safety Assistants start early ⏰ and finish late to transport students each and e...

The week of Valentine's Day ❤️ is the perfect time to "LOVE the Bus" and celebrate school bus 🚍 drivers! Don't forget those special school employees who are the first to greet s...

Buncombe County Schools (BCS) is proud to host a series of Town Hall meetings that serve as examples of intentional, inclusive decision-making for staff, students, and families. T...

On Feb 5, students sat in awe as Allan Wolf, local author & poet, shared his stories. There was much excitement as students listened to Mr. Wolf and witnessed his love for writing,...

It's School Counselor Appreciation Week and we want to let Mrs. Davidson and Mrs. Telfair know how much West Buncombe loves and appreciates them! They wear many hats to help our ...

In June of 2023, the state legislature revised the law governing elections in BCS. Instead of six residency districts (based on the six high school attendance zones) and one at-la...

Attention Pre-K Parents! Kindergarten Dual language/Spanish Immersion Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now open. 2024-2025 Dual Language _ Immersion Application...

Buncombe County Schools believes that all students should be able to be safe at home and school from bullying or any unwanted and repeated acts of harassment or threats. It is cri...

Winter weather could be just around the corner! Below is a summary of our inclement weather protocols for our students. What happens when we must close our buildings to studen...