🕒 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! ☀️


☀️ 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! 🌟

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


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





Review and share your feedback here:
https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies
#PocahontasCountySchools #CommunityVoice #PublicComment

📣 Reminder: No School Tomorrow!
Election Day is Tuesday, May 12, 2026, and schools will be closed.
🗳️ #ElectionDay #NoSchool #PocahontasCountySchools

📢 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!

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.

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


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

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


🔗Link: https://forms.office.com/r/x5JEzPctWB
📆Survey closes May 6th so be sure to get your responses in as soon as possible!

This is truly an exciting time for our community as we work together to build a strong framework of opportunities—ensuring that every student, no matter their chosen path, is supported and prepared for success in both college and career readiness. We look forward to partnering with families as we open doors and expand possibilities for our students’ futures.

The Pocahontas County Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on
🗓 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 PCS Central Office
🔴 Livestream: bit.ly/PCS_BOE_LIVE
📄 The meeting agenda is available on the Pocahontas County Schools website.

Today we celebrate the everyday champions who keep our schools running smoothly. Your dedication, organization, and behind-the-scenes support make a difference for our staff, students, and families every single day.
Thank you for all you do for Pocahontas County Schools—we truly appreciate you. 🤗
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #PCSproud #StrongerTogether

