First LSIC meeting for MMS will be on September 22 at MMS 3:30 pm. We hope to see you there. New member will be announced on Friday afternoon. Please vote if you haven't.
Also - please come support our mum sales at MMS. They are beautiful!
Reminder of Open House tomorrow 4:30-6:30 pm.
Please vote for a LSIC representative for MMS 2025.2026 at the following link:
https://forms.office.com/r/VfwRg7vLqx
Two additional candidates have been added to ballot.
A paper ballot is also coming home if you'd prefer to use it. The votes are due by September 12th at 8:00 am.
Also please join us in our MUM fundraiser next week. We will have approximately 150 - so come early to get yours! Thank you!
Currently, MMS has one opening for a voting member of the LSIC. If you are interested in nominating yourself or another parent/guardian please call 304-799-6773 or email nscotchie@k12.wv.us by Friday, September 5th.
You may also use this link to nominate - https://forms.office.com/r/TUZhLxJZtv
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
📚✨ Don't forget to mark your calendar for your child’s upcoming Open House event. Each school hosts its own special experience—an opportunity to tour the campus, meet the passionate educators, and get a glimpse into the exciting year ahead. Don’t miss it! 🏫📅
We wrapped up the 2025 Teacher Academy with a full day dedicated to enhancing special education services across Pocahontas County Schools.
Our educators learned from two outstanding presenters:
👨🏫 Ian Kennedy – West Virginia Department of Education
👩🏫 Lydia Young – Pocahontas County Special Education Consultant
They shared essential guidance on:
✅ Compliance
✅ Support systems
✅ Practical tactics to better serve students with diverse learning needs
This final day highlighted our commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every student receives the support they deserve. Thank you to all who participated in this powerful 3-day journey of growth and collaboration! 🌟
#PocahontasProud #TeacherAcademy2025 #SpecialEducationMatters #WVDE #InclusiveEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #GreatThingsAtPCS
👏 The Pocahontas County High School Drama Club was recognized for stepping up to paint and clean the auditorium stage—a tough job that was badly needed. Huge thanks to Co-Sponsors Mrs. Hughes and Mr. Hummel for rallying current members and alumni to make it happen! Pictured: Mrs. Hughes and Drama Club member Nathaniel.
📚💼 Additionally, the entire school board and several central office staff were honored by the WV School Board Association for completing training focused on school board guidance and compliance. We’re proud of their commitment to excellence!
#PocahontasPride #DramaClub #WVEd #CommunityStrong #BoardRecognition #GreatThingsAtPCS #PCS_StrongerTogether
📢Day 3 of the Academy: Spotlight on Special Education 🌟
We wrapped up our Academy on Wednesday with a powerful and insightful day dedicated to Special Education. 💙
Our team had the privilege of learning from expert presenters from the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and our very own Special Education Consultant. Together, they led engaging sessions that deepened our understanding of special education practices, compliance, and strategies to support all learners.
From legal updates to inclusive instructional approaches, the day was packed with valuable information and meaningful conversations. It was a great way to end the Academy—focused on equity, support, and student success.
Thank you to everyone who made this day impactful!
#SpecialEducation #WVDE #PocahontasCountySchools #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentSupport #InclusiveEducation #StrongerTogether
We continued our journey of leadership growth with a focus on practical strategies that directly impact school success.
🚌 Our principals explored:
📊 Attendance Strategies – Promoting consistent student presence through proactive and supportive approaches
🏫 Local School Improvement Councils (LSICs) – Empowering school communities to lead change and drive improvement
🚦 Transportation & Safety – Ensuring every student’s journey to and from school is secure and efficient
Together, we’re equipping leaders with the tools to foster safe, engaged, and thriving school environments.
#StrongerTogether #LeadershipAcademy #FuturePrincipals #EducationMatters #AttendanceMatters #LSICLeadership #SafeSchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
👥 Our principals explored:
🤝 Co-Teaching Strategies – Harnessing the power of partnership in the classroom
🏡 Family Engagement – Building bridges between schools and families
🔐 Cybersecurity Essentials – Safeguarding our learning communities in a digital world
Together, we’re cultivating leaders who will elevate every voice and strengthen every school.
#StrongerTogether #LeadershipAcademy #FuturePrincipals #EducationMatters #CoTeaching #FamilyEngagement #CyberSafeSchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
Hello! My name is Dana Musial. Students call me “Miss Dana.” I am thrilled to teach beginning and varsity band and general music at MMS this year. If your student was in band previously, please reach out to me as soon as possible. I want to meet my band families and figure out numbers for this fall before the year kicks off.
If your student is not yet in band, give me a call so we can get acquainted and see if band is a good fit!
Miss Dana can be reached by calling or texting (231) 429-0619.
If you had issues sharing your comments, please try again now. The link is fixed!! Apologies for the inconvenience!
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📢🗣️TWO important policies are currently out for public comment.
Personal Electronic Device Policy and Staff Acceptable Use Policy
🗓️ Comment Period of 30 days ends 9/5/2025
Visit this link to review the policies and give your feedback: https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies
At the August 5th Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognized two outstanding individuals:
🏅 Devon George, PCHS CTE student, placed 6th in the nation at the SkillsUSA competition in Commercial Roofing—a remarkable achievement showcasing skill and dedication!
🌟 Haley Cummins was honored as a finalist for the WVDE Service Personnel of the Year Award for 2026, a testament to her exceptional service and commitment to our schools.
👏 Join us in congratulating Devon and Haley for representing Pocahontas County with pride and excellence!
#PocahontasPride #SkillsUSA #WVDE #CTEExcellence #ServiceLeadership #PocahontasCountySchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
