📢Please Spread the Word! We are having difficulty with our calling system. Please spread the word to your friends, neighbors and fellow community members that we are on a Non-Traditional Instruction Day, Monday December 15th. Students will complete Day 1 of Snow Packets from home. They can use the 10 am to 12 pm virtual office hours to reach out to their teachers via email or Teams. Additionally, please note Math Field Day will be Tuesday, December 16th if schools are on a regular schedule.
1 day ago, Kristi Hamons
We are having difficulty with our calling system. Please spread the word to your friends, neighbors and fellow community members that we are on an Non-Traditional Instruction Day, Monday December 15th. Students will complete Day 1 of Snow Packets from home. They can use the 10 am to 12 pm virtual office hours to reach out to their teachers via email or Teams. Additionally, please note Math Field Day will be Tuesday, December 16th if schools are on a regular schedule.
Monday, December 15 is a non-traditional learning day, and students are expected to complete Day 1 of their snow packets. Marlinton Elementary staff will be available from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM to assist with questions. Teachers (Pre-K–5th grade), Special Education, and Related Arts can be reached through Microsoft Teams or email. Staff contact information is available on our school website. Students can access Teams by visiting the Pocahontas County Schools website, clicking Student Quick Links, selecting Microsoft 365, and signing in with their WV SSO account. Thank you for supporting your child’s learning!
1 day ago, Chloe Bland
Green background flyer with white snowflakes and bold white text at the top reading “Marlinton Elementary School Snow Day Faculty Availability.” Two white text boxes with black headers provide details:  Left box titled “Snow Packet Questions?” says students can reach staff via Teams or email and includes a link to staff contact info: https://marlinton.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/o/mes/staff. Right box titled “How to Access TEAMS” explains steps: visit Pocahontas County Schools website, click Student Quick Links, select Microsoft 365, sign in with WV SSO account, then choose Teams icon. Centered black oval with white text shows “10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.” Below, a white box states: “All Staff, Pre-K through 5th grade including Special Education and Related Arts, will be available via Teams or email from 10 am – 12 pm.”
❄️☃️Non-traditional Learning Day🥶❄️
1 day ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Announcement regarding December 15, 2025 will be a non-traditional Learning Day
📢 Important PCS Math Field Day Update!

Math Field Day is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16th, provided schools are operating on a regular schedule.

Stay tuned for any changes!

#MathFieldDay #PCSUpdate #PocahontasCountySchools
4 days ago, Kristi Hamons
A graphic with a dark red background announces: “Important Update: Math Field Day will be held Tuesday, December 16th if Pocahontas County Schools are on a regular schedule.” The text is in white and yellow, with math symbols (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) on the left and a small illustration of a schoolhouse with trees on the bottom right.
❄️❄️Closure Alert❄️❄️
4 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Announcement that school is closed December 12, 2025 for Pocahontas
☃️❄️Delay Alert☃️❄️
4 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
graphic announcing 3 hour delay on December 12, 2025
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Christmas program will not take place on Tuesday, December 16. We are working to find a new date if possible and will share details as soon as they are confirmed. We sincerely apologize for the multiple changes as we navigate weather conditions and other scheduling adjustments. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
4 days ago, Chloe Bland
Hello families,
The Marlinton Elementary and Marlinton Middle School Christmas Program has been rescheduled. The new date is Tuesday, December 16th at Marlinton Middle School.

The program will begin at 5:30 PM with the elementary performance, followed by the middle school performance. Elementary students should arrive by 5:00 PM to get lined up. Middle school students should arrive by 5:30 PM to support the elementary students.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you for this special holiday event!
4 days ago, Chloe Bland
A festive holiday flyer with a purple background decorated with white snowflakes and small stars. At the top, elegant white script reads: “Marlinton Elementary & Marlinton Middle Christmas Program.” Below, bold text states: “December 16, 2025 – Marlinton Middle School.” The details explain: “The program will begin at 5:30 with the elementary performance. The middle school performance will follow. Elementary students need to arrive at 5:00 to get lined up. Middle school students, please arrive by 5:30 to support the elementary students.” At the bottom, there is an illustrated winter scene with a snowman wearing a red hat and scarf, surrounded by people in winter clothing, trees, and gift boxes.
❄️☃️Attention Pocahontas County students and families. Snow packet completion is for days 6-10; therefore, it is not necessary to complete them tomorrow. ❄️☃️ Stay safe and enjoy the snow! ❄️❄️
5 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
❄️☃️Closure Alert☃️❄️
5 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Graphic that states schools are closed on December 11, 2025
Pocahontas County Schools will be dismissing two hours early today due to the forecasted weather.
Marlinton Elementary pickup will begin at 1:30 PM, and buses will depart at 1:40 PM.

The Christmas Program scheduled for this evening has been postponed. A new date will be shared once it has been confirmed.
6 days ago, Chloe Bland
Due to potentially hazardous weather conditions, Pocahontas County Schools will dismiss two hours early on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. All after-school activities and events are canceled. Individual schools will contact parents with updated dates and times for rescheduled events. Buses will depart from the high school at 1:21 p.m. Thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate winter weather conditions.
6 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
We are excited to announce that Marlinton Elementary and Marlinton Middle School will be combining for one Christmas Program tomorrow evening. The elementary performance will begin at 5:30 PM, and students should arrive at 5:00 PM. The middle school performance will follow immediately after. If school is canceled or after-school activities are suspended due to weather, we will look for an alternative date and share updates as soon as possible. We look forward to a wonderful evening celebrating our students.
6 days ago, Chloe Bland
A festive flyer for the Marlinton Elementary and Marlinton Middle Christmas Program. The background is purple with white snowflakes scattered across the top. At the bottom, there are illustrated children in winter clothing standing around a snowman, with pine trees and wrapped gifts nearby. The text reads: “Marlinton Elementary & Marlinton Middle Christmas Program December 10, 2025 Marlinton Middle School The program will begin at 5:30 with the elementary performance. The middle school performance will follow. Elementary students need to arrive at 5:00 to get lined up. Middle school students, please arrive by 5:30. If school is cancelled or no after school activities, we will reschedule.”
🎉 Congratulations to Samantha Feather! 🎉

Pocahontas County Schools is proud to announce that Samantha Feather, second grade teacher at Marlinton Elementary School, has earned her National Board Certification!

This prestigious certification, offered by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), is considered the gold standard in teaching excellence. It reflects a teacher’s commitment to student learning, professional growth, and instructional leadership.

Achieving National Board Certification is no small feat—it’s a lengthy and rigorous process that requires teachers to demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills, and practices through comprehensive assessments and portfolio submissions.

Please join us in celebrating Samantha’s dedication and hard work! Her accomplishment is a testament to her passion for education and her commitment to providing the very best for her students.

Learn more about the National Board Certification process here: https://www.nbpts.org

👏 Way to go, Samantha! You make PCS proud! 👏
6 days ago, Kristi Hamons
IMage of Samantha Feather with Text: Pocahontas COunty Schools would like to recognize newly National Board Certified Teacher Samantha Feather Marlinton Elementary School 2nd grade Teacher, Congratulations on your hard work!
Important Update: Math Field day will be tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10 if Pocahontas County Schools are on a regular schedule.
6 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Important Update: Math Field day will be tomorrow,  Wednesday,  December 10 if Pocahontas County Schools are on a regular schedule
❄️☃️School Closed☃️❄️
7 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
school closed December 9th
☃️❄️Delay Alert❄️☃️
7 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
3-hour delay for December 9th and Math Field Day is moved to December 10th.
☃️☃️ Closing Alert ❄️❄️
8 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
closing graphic for December 8. All schools closed.
❄️❄️School Closed❄️❄️
11 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Announcement School Closed December 5 because of snow
❄️School Delay Alert❄️
11 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
weather alert for December 5, 2025