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.
About

A professional staff of 35 full and part time fully certified teachers serve on the staff. Many of the professionals hold advanced degrees. In addition, a support staff of 10 assist in providing a safe and productive learning environment.
The Middle School curriculum is in compliance with standards established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Wayne Highlands School District Board of Education. This includes Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. In addition, enrichment programs are offered in Art, Music, Health, Physical Education, Library Science and Guidance
Damascus offers its students a variety of programs and services. Annual events include a Christmas program, Health Fair, Science and Art Fair, Career Day, Field Days and an 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony, as well as the opportunity to take curriculum related field trips. The school is supported by an extremely active Parent Teacher Organization that funds cultural arts experiences for the students throughout the school year.
Additional opportunities for enrichment exist through attendance and participation in school plays and concerts. Student government is active on the Preston Campus through an elected Student Council. There are dances throughout the year and sports activities including intramural and interscholastic basketball.