📢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.
about 7 hours 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.
❄️☃️Non-traditional Learning Day🥶❄️
about 8 hours 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
3 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❄️❄️
3 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Announcement that school is closed December 12, 2025 for Pocahontas
☃️❄️Delay Alert☃️❄️
3 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
graphic announcing 3 hour delay on December 12, 2025
❄️☃️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! ❄️❄️
4 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
❄️☃️Closure Alert☃️❄️
4 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Graphic that states schools are closed on December 11, 2025
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.
5 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
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☃️❄️
6 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
school closed December 9th
☃️❄️Delay Alert❄️☃️
6 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 ❄️❄️
7 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
closing graphic for December 8. All schools closed.
❄️❄️School Closed❄️❄️
10 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
Announcement School Closed December 5 because of snow
❄️School Delay Alert❄️
10 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
weather alert for December 5, 2025
At the November 18th meeting of the Pocahontas County Board of Education, the 2025 Regional Literature Fair participants and winners were recognized in front of a full house of parents and supporters. Join us in applauding all their hard work!

📚 Grades K–2

1st Place: Gemma, Deacon, and Ms. Hardesty's 2nd Grade Class
2nd Place: Lennon
3rd Place: Lydia

📖 Grades 3–5

Participants: Woodrow, Jerzie, Elliott, Adalyn, Alida

Winners:
1st: Gracie, Paisley, Jackson, Henlee, Titus, Daniel, Annabel, Sullivan, Madison
2nd: Avery, Mariella, Cadence
3rd: Jerico, Isaiah

✍️ Grades 6–8

Participants: Isaac, Rufus, Noah

Winners:
1st: Kendall, Karli, Kendyl, Ava, Eva, Madelyn
2nd: Grayson, Carter, Bayla, Gemma, Rayna, Kaidence, Wade, Lane
3rd: Natalie

📝 Grades 9–12

1st Place: Kaylah, Arizona, Emma

🎉 Congratulations to Our 2025 Regional Literature Fair Winners & Participants! 🎉
12 days ago, Kristi Hamons
regional literature fair student
regional literature fair student
regional literature fair student
regional literature fair student
regional literature fair student
❄️❄️❄️Weather Alert❄️❄️❄️
13 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools
picture of 3 hour delay announcement
📅 Pocahontas County Schools Calendar Reminders

As we head into the holiday season, here are some important dates for families to keep in mind:

🍂 Fall Break: November 24–28
➡️ Back to school on December 1

❄️ Winter Break: December 22–January 2
➡️ Back to school on January 5

✏️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19
➡️ No School

Stay connected and plan ahead! Visit http://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us for more details.

#PocahontasCountySchools #FamilyReminders #SchoolCalendar #PCStrongerTogether
24 days ago, Kristi Hamons
"Graphic with a red background and white text titled 'Pocahontas County Schools November & December Calendar Reminders.' It lists three important dates: Fall Break November 24–28, back to school December 1; Winter Break December 22–January 2, back to school January 5; Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 19, no school. Snowy trees and a white schoolhouse illustration appear at the bottom."
Registration Extended! 🎲Together We Win: Family Resource & Game Night – December 1st! 🎉

Join us for an evening of fun, learning, and connection at our Learning Beyond the Bell afterschool event!

Families from all Pocahontas County Schools - PK-12- are welcome to attend at Marlinton Middle, Green Bank Elementary/Middle, or Pocahontas County High School from 4:00–6:00 PM.

🧩 Enjoy classic board games as a family!
📚 Discover free resources from TutorWV, ParentGuidance.org, and others.
🎁 Register by November 20 to receive a free board game at the event!

📍 Choose your location and return the registration form to your school or register online: https://bit.ly/4qMqZQd

Let’s make it a night to remember—Together We Win! 💛
26 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Flyer with games pieces: Together We WIn! Family Resource & Game NIght! A Learning Beyond the Bell Afterschool Event! Families from All PCS Schools Welcome. December 1st 2025m 4 pm - 6 pm Locations MMS, PCHS, GBEMS Free For All. Free Resources Covered: Tutor WV, Legal Aid, PC LIbraries, FRN Resources, Parent Guidance.org, Presented by David Lee, Yahtzee, Scrabble, Chess, Card Games, Boggle, Uno and More! Register now to secure your free board game! Return the attached form or register online at: bit.ly/4qmqZQd

📢 Important Calendar Reminder 📅

On Wednesday, November 19, students will be dismissed 3 hours early so our staff can participate in professional learning. Thank you for your support and planning ahead!

#PocahontasSchools #EarlyOut #PCStrongerTogether

28 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Maroon background with white text that reads: “Important Calendar Reminder. Wednesday, November 19th: 3-hour early out for students.” Includes a small graphic of a school building at the top left and a megaphone icon at the bottom right.
Parents, the holidays can bring added stress—Parent Coaching is a no-cost resource offering
personalized support for you and your child. Get help with anything from behavior challenges to
seasonal stress. Register here for ongoing support: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

If you'd like to learn more about the Parent Coaching program, please come to our Family Game and Resource night on December 1st. A representative from the Cook Center will be presenting information about the program and how to sign up! More information on that event can be found here: https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/learning-beyond-the-bell
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
Promotional graphic for ParentGuidance.org featuring the headline “Coaching for Parents” with autumn leaves illustrations. Text below reads “Get one-on-one support and guidance!” and “Get Started!” A QR code is displayed with instructions: “Scan code or visit cookcenter.info/coaching.” On the right side, an adult and a youth are walking outdoors, with the adult’s arm resting on the youth’s shoulder.
Colorful flyer for a “Learning Beyond the Bell” event titled Together We Win! promoting a Family Resource & Game Night. The design features bright blue, orange, yellow, and pink tones with illustrations of board game pieces, dice, and a character holding a shield and sword. Main text reads: “TOGETHER WE WIN!” “Family Resource & Game Night! A ‘Learning Beyond the Bell’ Afterschool Event! Families from all PCS schools welcome.” Event details: Date: December 1st, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Locations: Marlinton Middle, Pocahontas County High, and Green Bank Elementary/Middle School Free for all attendees Resources covered: Tutor WV, Legal Aid, PC Libraries, FRN Programs, ParentGuidance.org, presented by David Lee. Games include: Yahtzee, Scrabble, Chess, Card Games, Boggle, and UNO. Bottom section encourages registration to secure a free board game with a link: bit.ly/4qMqZQd. Logos for Learning Beyond the Bell and 21st Century Community Learning Centers appear at the bottom left and right.