📢Important Announcement 📢

The Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for 11/4/2025 has been cancelled.

The LSIC presentations for HES and GBEMS will be moved to the 12/2/2025 meeting.

Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 18, 2025.
2 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Image of an announcement with bell, PCS logo and bull horns. Text: Important Announcement: The Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for 11/4/2025 has been cancelled.   The LSIC presentations for HES and GBEMS will be moved to the 12/2/2025 meeting.   Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 18, 2025.portant Announcement
🕰️ Reminder for Families!

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend—don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before bed on Saturday night! ⏰

Enjoy that extra hour of sleep! 😴

#TimeChange #FallBack #PCStrongerTogether
5 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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🧡 November is the Month of Giving! 🧡

📦 Join our Food Drive to support students in need!

🗓️ Drop off donations from Nov. 3–21 at any Pocahontas County School during school hours.

🥫 Most Needed Items Include:
• Canned veggies, fruit, soup (pop-top lids preferred)
• Rice, pasta, cereal
• Peanut butter, canned protein
• Flour, sugar, cooking oil
• Prepackaged snacks, oatmeal packets
• Individual servings of mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, noodles

📞 Questions or need support? Contact our Communities in Schools team:
Lois Wilfong – 304-799-6564
Marsha Grimes – 304-456-4865
Jillian Lacasse – 304-799-6551

Let’s come together to make sure no child goes to bed hungry. 💛

#MonthOfGiving #PocahontasCountySchools #FoodDrive #GiveBack #PCStrongerTogether
5 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Food images on Flyer titled 'November: The Month of Giving' from Pocahontas County Schools promoting a food drive to support students in need. It lists most-needed nonperishable items like canned goods, pasta, cereal, peanut butter, and prepackaged snacks. Donations are accepted at any Pocahontas County School from November 3 to 21 during school hours. Contact information for Communities in Schools representatives is provided for questions or food insecurity support."

📢 Important Schedule Update for Pocahontas County Schools!

The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development.

On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early.

Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!

6 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Text box with text: Import Announcement: from Pocahontas County Schools The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development. On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early. Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!
POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS SALUTES OUR VETERANS

Reminder that our Veterans Day programs are quickly approaching! We would love to see you there - check out the details below!

Join us as we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country.

We would be honored with your presence at our special Veterans Day programs.

🎖️ Program Schedule:
📅 November 7
• Green Bank School – 9:00 AM
• Pocahontas County High School – 10:30 AM

📅 November 10
• Marlinton Elementary – 9:00 AM
• Hillsboro Elementary – 10:30 AM
• Marlinton Middle – 1:00 PM

🍽️ Veterans Lunch
Served at PCHS and Hillsboro Elementary

📞 Please call to reserve your meal:
• PCHS: 304-799-6564
• HES: 304-653-4221

🎉 Veterans Day Dinner
📍 Opera House
📅 November 11, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM

Let’s come together to show our gratitude and respect. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #PocahontasProud #ThankYouVeterans
6 days ago, Kristi Hamons
P O C A H O N T A S C O U N T Y S C H O O L S A SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS A special Veterans Day program to honor those of us who have served and continue to serve. We would be honored with your presence. LUNCH WILL BE SERVED AT PCHS AND HILLSBORO. PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE YOUR MEAL. PCHS: 799-6564 HES 653-4221 VETERANS DAY DINNER @ OPERA HOUSE 11-11-25 @ 11:00 presents November 7th Green Bank School @ 9:00 PCHS @ 10:30 November 10th Marlinton Elementary @ 9:00 Hillsboro Elementary @ 10:30 Marlinton Middle @ 1:00
There is no school for students on Monday, October 27. Teachers will be available for conferences with parents/guardians beginning at 1:00. For elementary students, please reach out to your child’s teacher to schedule a time. Middle school teachers will be available throughout the day. Please stop by to check on your student’s progress.
Volunteer training will be at 5:00. Basketball parent meeting will be at 5:30.

The next LSIC meeting will be Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM.
10 days ago, Chloe Bland
📢 Important Update from Pocahontas County Schools📢

The Board of Education meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been cancelled due to a technical issue with the agenda posting.

✅ A special meeting will be scheduled for October 28, 2025, to ensure transparency and allow time for review of the agenda.

📄 The updated agenda will be posted on the PCS website today.

We appreciate your understanding!

15 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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🌟 We're Hiring for the PCS 21st CCLC After-School Program! 🌟

📍 Open Positions:

District Program Coordinator
Site Coordinators at Marlinton Middle, Green Bank Elementary/Middle, and Pocahontas County High School
Tutors (Certified Teachers)

💡 Why Apply?

Make a difference in students' lives beyond the school day
Share your expertise in academics, arts, STEM, or hobbies
Flexible tutor schedules — work 1 day or all 4!
Great opportunity for retired teachers or former educators seeking part-time work

🕒 Program runs Monday–Thursday, 3 hours/day
💰 Competitive hourly pay: $30–$35/hour

📅 POSTING CLOSES 10/20/2025 so apply ASAP!!

Help us build a vibrant, engaging learning environment for our students. Apply today and be part of something meaningful!

📲 Visit bit.ly/4ok48te for details and application info.

#PCS21stCCLC #AfterSchoolJobs #WVTeachers #EducationMatters #TeachBeyondTheBell
19 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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🎉 Celebrating National Principals Month! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the incredible leadership and dedication of our principals and assistant principals across Pocahontas County Schools! From fostering strong school communities to inspiring academic excellence, these educational leaders make a lasting impact every day.

📚💼 Thank you to:

Melissa Jordan & Chloe Schaffner – Green Bank Elementary Middle
Rebecca Spencer – Hillsboro Elementary School
Phillip Anderson – Marlinton Elementary School
Nebraska Scotchie – Marlinton Middle School
Christine Campbell & Jeanette Wagner – Pocahontas County High School

Your commitment to our students, staff, and families is what makes our schools shine! 🌟

#NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #PocahontasProud #EducationalLeadership #WVDE #PCStrongerTogether
20 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Nebraska Scotchie
Rebecca Spencer
Christine Campbell
Jeanette Wagner
Melissa Jordan and Chloe Schaffner
Phillip Anderson, Principal
📚✨ Celebrating Creativity at the Literature Fair! ✨📚

Students from across Pocahontas County showcased their imagination, storytelling skills, and love for reading. From captivating displays to thoughtful presentations, each project reflected the hard work and creativity of our young authors and illustrators.

Thank you to all the students, families, and staff who made this event such a success. Your support helps foster a lifelong love of literature and learning!

📸 Check out some highlights from the fair below — we’re so proud of everyone who participated! Good luck to the participants moving on to regionals!!

#LiteratureFair2025 #PocahontasCountySchools #StudentVoices #CelebrateReading
21 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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🌍🍴 National School Lunch Week: “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport!”

October 13–17, 2025

This week, Pocahontas County Schools are celebrating the global flavors and cultural connections found in our cafeterias! Join us as we explore international tastes and highlight the importance of nutritious school meals.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents are invited to eat lunch with their students!
Lunch costs $5—please contact your child’s school for details and scheduling.

Let’s celebrate together and make this week a flavorful adventure!
#NSLW25 #TasteTheWorld #YourLunchPassport #SchoolLunchMatters #PocahontasCountySchools
24 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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📣 Progress Report Day is Here!

Today, October 10th, students will be bringing home their Progress Reports. 📄🎒

Parents and guardians—please check those backpacks and take a moment to review your child’s academic progress. Your support makes a difference! 💬✨

#PocahontasCountySchools #ProgressReportDay #FamilyEngagement #PCStrongerTogether
26 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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📣 Parents, Community Stakeholders and Students! We have AMAZING news! We have received a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant for afterschool programming at Green Bank Elementary Middle School, Marlinton Middle School, and Pocahontas County High School!! The offerings for this transformative program will range from tutoring to field trips to clubs!

Join us for our Startup Meeting on October 13 at 4:30 PM to help shape the future of the Learning Beyond the Bell/21st CCLC program!

✨We will give an overview of programming and expectations
🧠 We want YOUR ideas to support student participation and success
🏫 Choose the site that works best for you:
• Marlinton Middle School
• Green Bank Elementary-Middle School
• Pocahontas County High School

Find more information, including an online registration form, here:

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more engaging afterschool experience for our students! 💡✨
#LearningBeyondTheBell #21stCCLC #PocahontasCountySchools #ParentVoiceMatters #AfterschoolSuccess
27 days ago, Kristi Hamons
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📢 We want to hear from YOU! 🗣️

Pocahontas County Schools currently has 5 policies open for public comment:

1️⃣ Hope Scholarship
2️⃣ Alternative Programs
3️⃣ Critical Need Substitutes
4️⃣ Attendance
5️⃣ Discipline

🗓️ Comment period ends November 6, 2025

💬 Your voice matters—help shape the future of our schools!

🔗 Review and comment here: https://forms.office.com/r/x70reyRaUq

#PocahontasCountySchools #PublicComment #CommunityVoice #EducationMatters #PCStrongerTogether
27 days ago, Kristi Hamons
BOE policies on comment
🎉 Happy National School Custodian Day! 🧹🛠️

Today we honor the incredible custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly every single day. Your dedication, hard work, and care make a difference in every hallway, classroom, and cafeteria. 💛

💬 Drop a comment to say THANK YOU to your favorite custodian!

📸 Share a photo or story of how a custodian has made a positive impact in your school.

#CustodianAppreciation #ThankYouCustodians #SchoolHeroes #PCStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
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🎉 What an exciting day in Pocahontas County Schools! We were honored to welcome the WVU Mountaineer to all five of our schools, where he inspired students with a powerful message about the importance of showing up and staying committed to their education. 💪📚

A huge thank you to Marsha Beverage, our amazing Communities In Schools Site Coordinator, for making this visit possible and personally driving the Mountaineer to each school. Your dedication truly makes a difference! 💛

Let’s keep the momentum going — Students who attend today, achieve tomorrow!

#PCStrongerTogether #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #WVDE #WVU #LetsGoMountaineers
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
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HES staff with mountaineer
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hes with mountaineer

Happening next Monday!

#AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #PCStrongerTogether

about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
WVU Mountaineer Mascot, Cade Kincaid, to visit  all 5 Pocahontas County Schools on  Monday, September 29!! Our mighty WVU mascot will be speaking to students about the importance of school attendance! Let’s show our support by striving for  100% attendance on the day of his visit and everyday! Have you heard the exciting news?? Don’t forget to wear your blue and gold to show Cade a huge PC welcome! Mountaineers attending today, achieve tomorrow!
🌟 Today we celebrate School Service Personnel across Pocahontas County Schools! 🌟

From our dedicated bus drivers navigating mountain roads, to the secretaries, aides, custodians, cooks, and countless others—these everyday heroes keep our schools running smoothly and our students safe, supported, and cared for. 🍎🚌💛

As we embrace this year’s theme—Stronger Together—we recognize that it’s the teamwork, heart, and commitment of our service personnel that truly make our schools shine. 💪🏽✨

Let’s take a moment to say thank you to the incredible individuals who make a difference in our schools every single day. We are stronger because of you!
about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons
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💛💙Let's GOOOOOO! 💛💙

#AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #PCStrongerTogether
about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons
WVU Mountaineer Mascot, Cade Kincaid, to visit  all 5 Pocahontas County Schools on  Monday, September 29!! Our mighty WVU mascot will be speaking to students about the importance of school attendance! Let’s show our support by striving for  100% attendance on the day of his visit and everyday! Have you heard the exciting news?? Don’t forget to wear your blue and gold to show Cade a huge PC welcome! Mountaineers attending today, achieve tomorrow!
📅 Reminder: 2025–2026 School Calendar
School is just around the corner! As we gear up for a great year, don’t forget to check the official calendar for key dates including the first day of school, holidays, breaks, and more.

Make sure you're ready—save it, share it, and stay informed! 💙
📌 https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/2022-2023calendar

#PocahontasProud #BackToSchool #SchoolCalendar #20252026SchoolYear

2 months ago, Kristi Hamons
2526 school calendar