Due to a mechanical issue (well pump) in the school building, the DAMASCUS AREA SCHOOL will operate on a Flexible Instruction Day (FID – virtual learning) on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Damascus students should not report to school on this day. Instead, they will complete their instructional activities and assignments from home via remote learning. It is anticipated that the mechanical issue will be resolved and school will resume normal procedures on Tuesday - February 17, 2026, following the holiday weekend.
This communication DOES NOT impact any other Wayne Highlands school. All schools, other than Damascus, will operate normally (to include transportation), on Friday - February 13, 2026.
Canine Narcotics Search Conducted
Each year, Wayne Highlands School District coordinates canine searches conducted by narcotics detection canine handlers. A canine search was conducted this morning, Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at Honesdale High School. It was successfully completed with no findings. This process is an additional attempt by the District to be proactive in maintaining a safe and secure learning environment.
This year's effort was coordinated and in partnership with the Wayne County District Attorney's Office and the Wayne County Sheriff's Department K-9 Unit.