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Pocahontas County Schools' Learning Beyond the Bell program is offering FREE week-long summer workshops for youth entering 5th grade and above!

Choose one workshop or sign up for all three:
✈️ Passport Around the World: A Global Adventure
📅 July 13–17 | ⏰ 12 PM–4 PM
⏳ Registration Deadline: July 10

📖 Historical Inspirations: Writing Workshop
📅 July 20–24 | ⏰ 12 PM–4 PM
⏳ Registration Deadline: July 17

🎨 Poetry & Printmaking Arts Workshop
📅 July 27–31 | ⏰ 12 PM–4 PM
⏳ Registration Deadline: July 24

📍 All workshops will be held at Marlinton Elementary School

Students will create, explore, learn new skills, and have a blast through engaging hands-on experiences.
✅ Free to attend
✅ Open to youth entering 5th grade and above
✅ Register for one, two, or all three workshops
✅ Limited spots available

Register today:
🔗 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g

#LearningBeyondTheBell #SummerLearning #PocahontasCountySchools #FreeSummerPrograms #ArtsEducation #StudentOpportunities

1 day ago, Kristi Hamons

Bright orange flyer promoting “Passport Around the World: A Global Adventure” for students in 5th grade and up. The flyer features a passport graphic, a world map, and flags representing Kenya, Japan, Venezuela, and Italy. Participants will explore four countries through cooking, music, dance, crafts, geography, and cultural activities. The workshop takes place July 13–17 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.Bright orange flyer promoting “Passport Around the World: A Global Adventure” for students in 5th grade and up. The flyer features a passport graphic, a world map, and flags representing Kenya, Japan, Venezuela, and Italy. Participants will explore four countries through cooking, music, dance, crafts, geography, and cultural activities. The workshop takes place July 13–17 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.

Vintage-themed flyer promoting “Historical Inspirations: Writing Workshop” for students in 5th grade and up. The design includes historic photographs, antique keys, old papers, and a pocket watch. Participants will use historical photographs, artifacts, and local stories as inspiration for creative writing. The workshop is scheduled for July 20–24 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.Vintage-themed flyer promoting “Historical Inspirations: Writing Workshop” for students in 5th grade and up. The design includes historic photographs, antique keys, old papers, and a pocket watch. Participants will use historical photographs, artifacts, and local stories as inspiration for creative writing. The workshop is scheduled for July 20–24 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.

Light gray flyer promoting a “Poetry and Printmaking Arts Workshop” for students in 5th grade and up. The design features illustrated butterflies, a fox, a deer, and an owl. Participants will use creative writing prompts to develop ideas and create original printmaking artwork. The workshop runs July 27–31 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.Light gray flyer promoting a “Poetry and Printmaking Arts Workshop” for students in 5th grade and up. The design features illustrated butterflies, a fox, a deer, and an owl. Participants will use creative writing prompts to develop ideas and create original printmaking artwork. The workshop runs July 27–31 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Marlinton Elementary School. Registration link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R7cpWNb94g. Limited spots available.

We hope everyone is enjoying their summer and staying cool!

As we head into the Independence Day holiday weekend, we wanted to share a couple of important reminders from Pocahontas County Schools:

Central Office Holiday Closure
The PCS Central Office will be closed the afternoon of July 2 and all day on July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

📋 Board of Education Meeting Reminder
The next Pocahontas County Board of Education meeting will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Central Office conference room. During this meeting, the newly elected Board members will be sworn in.
🎥 A livestream of the meeting will be available on our website or at: https://bit.ly/PCS_BOE_Live

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and enjoyable Fourth of July weekend!🎆

#PocahontasCountySchools #IndependenceDay

3 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Important Summer Programming Update:

We have made the difficult decision to cancel the Green Bank Elementary/Middle School “Brainwaves and Sunrays” 21st CCLC summer learning program due to low student enrollment. As a result, the summer meal program at that location will also be closed.

Programming at Marlinton Elementary will continue as planned, including the summer meal program.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

10 days ago, Kristi Hamons

📢 We are currently seeking qualified candidates for several positions, including:

• Accounts Payable Supervisor (Central Office)
• Teacher of Second Grade (Hillsboro Elementary School)
• Head Elementary School Principal (Marlinton Elementary School)
• School Security Officers (2 openings)
• Teacher of Fifth Grade (Green Bank Elementary/Middle School)
…and more opportunities are available!

📌 View all openings and apply here:
👉 boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment
#NowHiring #PocahontasCountySchools #EducationCareers #MakeADifference

13 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Promotional graphic for Pocahontas County Schools on a red and light gray background announcing “We Are Hiring!” in large gold letters. A schoolhouse illustration appears on the right. A list of job openings includes: Accounts Payable Supervisor at Pocahontas County Central Office; Teacher of Second Grade at Hillsboro Elementary School; Head Elementary School Principal at Marlinton Elementary School; School Security Officers with two openings at Pocahontas County Schools; and Teacher of Fifth Grade at Green Bank Elementary/Middle School. Additional text reads “…and more.” A link at the bottom says: boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment.

Pocahontas County Schools will wrap up the school year on Friday, June 12, 2026.

🕒 Please note: This will be a three-hour early dismissal day for all students.
We are proud of all the hard work and accomplishments achieved this year. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for making it a successful school year!

📅 Looking ahead: The first day of school for the 2026–2027 school year will be Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Have a safe, fun, and restful summer! ☀️

24 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Graphic announcing Pocahontas County Schools’ last day of school. The text reads: “Last Day of School: June 12, 2026.” A note below states that June 12th will be a three-hour early dismissal for students. The image features a red school building centered on green rolling hills with trees in the background. A group of children holding hands stands in front of the school. At the bottom, text reads: “The first day of school for next year will be Wednesday, August 19, 2026.”

📢 Join the Pocahontas County Schools Team! 🍎 We’re looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students. Current opportunities include leadership, teaching, and coaching positions across the county. Whether you’re an experienced educator, administrator, or coach, this could be your chance to help shape the future of Pocahontas County students. 📋 View current openings and apply today: boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment #PocahontasCountySchools #NowHiring #EducationJobs #TeachingJobs #SchoolLeadership #WVEducation #JoinOurTeam #ProudToServeStudents

about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons

☀️ Summer Programming Alert! 🌊

Pocahontas County Schools is excited to share that our Brainwaves & Sunrays Summer School Program—now sponsored by the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC) Grant—is back for another year!

📅 Program Dates: July 6 – July 30

📍 Locations:

Green Bank Elementary School
Marlinton Elementary School
Hillsboro Elementary (small group intervention)

✅ Open to rising 1st–4th grade students
✅ Meals included
✅ Limited transportation available
⚠️ Spots are limited! Deadline to sign up is June 5!
👉 Register online: https://tinyurl.com/3jtmmu62
📞 For more information about Brainwaves & Sunrays, contact Stephanie Burns at 304-799-4505.

In addition, students have received (or will soon receive) a 2026 Summer Programming Guide, created in collaboration with our community partners. This guide highlights a wide variety of opportunities including:

Free reading programs
STEM, arts, and recreation activities
Youth health services
Camps, theater, and outdoor adventures
…and so much more for students of all ages!

🌐 Also returning this year: Pocahontas County Schools has re-launched the Summer Programming webpage where families can find flyers for events throughout the summer, along with any updates or corrections to programming information.
👉 Visit: https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/summer-programs

Let’s make this a summer full of learning, fun, and exploration! 🌟

about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons

Flyer titled “Brainwaves & Sunrays” from Pocahontas County Schools promoting a summer school program. The flyer states the program is for rising 1st through 4th grade students and runs July 6 through July 30. Locations include Green Bank Elementary School and Marlinton Elementary School, with Hillsboro Elementary offering small group intervention. Schedule times are 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Green Bank Elementary and 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Marlinton Elementary, Monday through Thursday. The flyer notes meals are included and limited transportation is available. It states that space is limited and instructs families to register online at a provided link or scan a QR code. Contact information for Stephanie Burns with a phone number is included.

📅✨ 2026–2027 School Calendar Now Available! ✨📅

We’re excited to share our 2026–2027 school calendar, now available in two formats to best meet your needs:
📝 Easy-to-Read Calendar – Designed with families and staff in mind, this version highlights key dates in a clear, user-friendly format for quick reference.
📄 Official Calendar – This is the formal version submitted to the state, including all required details and designations.

✅ Plan ahead for important dates
✅ Keep track of holidays, breaks, and school events
✅ Support student success through strong attendance

We encourage everyone to review the calendar and keep a copy handy throughout the year!

Let’s make the 2026–2027 school year one of success, growth, and opportunity for all students. 🍎📚

#StudentsWhoAttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #PCStrongerTogether #SchoolYearReady

about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons

Parents and Community Members, Early today a call was received at Pocahontas County High School that required a school lockdown and notification to law enforcement. Once on scene at the high school and out of an abundance of caution our Sheriff's Department recommended lockdown at all schools while they investigated. We are dismissing on a regular schedule. We thank you for your understanding and support as we navigate this situation of keeping all students and staff safe.

about 2 months ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools

👏✨ At the May 11 Board of Education meeting, Pocahontas County Schools proudly recognized an incredible group of students for their academic achievements!

Students were honored for their participation and regional/state-level placements in a wide range of competitions, including Young Writers, Social Studies Fair, Math Field Day, Science Fair, and Battle of the Books.

Their accomplishments reflect dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom. We are so proud of the hard work these students put in to reach the state level across all areas recognized—an outstanding achievement!

A big thank you goes out to the teachers, staff, and families who support and encourage these students every step of the way.

🎉 Congratulations to all of our honorees—you represent Pocahontas County Schools with pride! 📚🏆

#PocahontasCountySchools #StudentSuccess #AcademicExcellence #PCStrongerTogether

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

📢 Two BOE policies are now open for public comment through June 10, 2026.

Review and share your feedback here:
https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies

#PocahontasCountySchools #CommunityVoice #PublicComment

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

Graphic with a red patterned background and a white central panel displaying information from Pocahontas County Schools. The headline reads “BOE Policies on Comment.” Beneath it, text states that two policies are currently available for public comment. A calendar icon highlights the comment period ending June 10, 2026. A link (https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies) and a QR code are provided for accessing the policies. A yellow notification bell icon appears in the top left corner, and a small school illustration appears in the top right corner.

📣 Reminder: No School Tomorrow!

Election Day is Tuesday, May 12, 2026, and schools will be closed.

🗳️ #ElectionDay #NoSchool #PocahontasCountySchools

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

Graphic showing a patriotic-themed school notice with a diagonal American flag design on the left side and a ballot box with a red ballot on the right. Center text reads: “Reminder Election Day Tuesday May 12, 2026 No School.”

📢 Marlinton Schools Phone Outage RESOLVED

Frontier has resolved the phone issue for Marlinton Schools.

You may resume calling the local school numbers as needed.

Thank you for your patience!

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

Resolved! Red announcement graphic from Marlinton Schools about a phone outage. Large yellow text reads “MARLINTON SCHOOLS PHONE OUTAGE.” Below is an illustration of a black rotary telephone with a warning symbol. White text explains that main phone lines at MMS and MES are experiencing issues; schools can make outgoing calls but cannot receive calls, and a ticket has been opened with Frontier. A temporary contact number, 304-799-4505, is provided, with instructions to dial extension 6237 for MMS or 2235 for MES after the recording starts.

📢 Marlinton Schools Phone Outage Notice
We are currently experiencing issues with our main phone lines at Marlinton Middle School (MMS) and Marlinton Elementary School (MES). At this time, schools are able to make outgoing calls but are unable to receive incoming calls. A service ticket has been opened with Frontier to resolve the issue.

📞 Temporary Contact Information:
If you need to reach staff at MMS or MES, please call 304-799-4505.
When the recording starts, dial:

6237 for MMS
2235 for MES

Thank you for your patience while this issue is being resolved.

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

Red announcement graphic from Marlinton Schools about a phone outage. Large yellow text reads “MARLINTON SCHOOLS PHONE OUTAGE.” Below is an illustration of a black rotary telephone with a warning symbol. White text explains that main phone lines at MMS and MES are experiencing issues; schools can make outgoing calls but cannot receive calls, and a ticket has been opened with Frontier. A temporary contact number, 304-799-4505, is provided, with instructions to dial extension 6237 for MMS or 2235 for MES after the recording starts.

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎

We may be halfway through the week, but the gratitude just keeps growing! 💛
Across Pocahontas County Schools, our community has truly shown up—providing meals, treats, kind words, and support that remind our teachers just how valued they are.

To all of our teachers—your work does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for each of you. And to our community—thank you for helping us celebrate them in such meaningful ways! 👏

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #PocahontasCountySchools #PCStrongerTogether

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

image with school accessories that says "thank you teachers " "Teacher appreciate week May4-8, 2026"

Happy National School Nurse Day!

We appreciate the knowledge, care, and dedication you bring to your work. Thank you for all you do for our students and staff! <3

about 2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

A photo of Pocahontas County Schools Nurses

📣 Board of Education Meeting Schedule Update 📣

Pocahontas County Schools has updated the Board of Education meeting dates for this month:

🗓 May 11
🗓 May 26
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Central Office

The agenda and livestream link are available on our website:
👉 https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/board-of-education-links

2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

This is an important Board of Education Announcement. Due to a technical error the last agenda did not post to our website; therefore, the regularly scheduled meeting must be reschedule. A new agenda and time will be posted tomorrow. Thank you

2 months ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools

Capes? Optional. Impact? HUGE. Happy School Lunch Hero Day to the amazing team making lunchtime the best time! Thank you for everything you do to keep our kids fed, smiling, and ready to learn. 💥💛

2 months ago, Kristi Hamons

hand drawn image for lunch lady for school hero day

📢Help us plan for the future! We’re collecting feedback to ensure our student programs reflect what our students want and what our community needs. Take a moment to complete the survey—your input makes a difference!

🔗Link: https://forms.office.com/r/x5JEzPctWB

📆Survey closes May 6th so be sure to get your responses in as soon as possible!

2 months ago, Kristi Hamons