Pocahontas County High School

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! 💛

16 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

❄️School Delay Alert❄️

about 8 hours ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools

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! 🎉

2 days ago, Kristi Hamons

🎉 Let's hear it for Pocahontas County's Joey Van Meter!!! 👏

Pocahontas County High School’s senior class president has been selected as one of West Virginia’s delegates for the 2026 U.S. Senate Youth Program! Joey will receive a $10,000 scholarship and represent WV in Washington, D.C. during Washington Week in March, joining student leaders from across the nation.

We’re proud of Joey’s leadership and commitment to making a positive impact! 👏

Learn more https://bit.ly/4otg9MA.

#PocahontasProud #StudentLeader #USSYP #WVEd #WVDE

3 days ago, Kristi Hamons

A congratulatory graphic with a blue textured background and an illustration of the U.S. Capitol dome in the center. The text at the top reads: “CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2026 United States Senate Youth Program Delegates.” Below, there are two circular photo frames side by side. The left frame includes the name “Joseph ‘Joey’ Van Meter” with the school listed as “Pocahontas County High School.” The right frame includes the name “Juliann Harlan” with the school listed as “Elkins High School.”

Joey VanMeter with Pocahontas County Board of Education Members

❄️❄️❄️Weather Alert❄️❄️❄️

3 days ago, Dr. Leatha Williams, Superintendent of Schools

📅 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

14 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."

📢 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

18 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

22 days 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.

📢 Reminder from Pocahontas County Schools:

In observance of Veterans Day, there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Let’s take this time to honor and thank all who have served our country 🌟

25 days ago, Kristi Hamons

American flag draped on the left side with text announcing: “Reminder from Pocahontas County Schools: No School Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day.” A silhouette of a saluting soldier appears at the bottom right, with a small sketch of a school building.

🎲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 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 18 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! 💛

27 days ago, Kristi Hamons

📢 Afterschool Tutoring at PCHS

✅ When: Tuesday & Wednesday this week (11/4 & 11/5)

🕓 Time: Begins immediately following school until about 6:00 PM (students released with the activity bus)

🚌 Transportation: Activity bus available

✍️ Sign Up: Registration forms are being sent home today or you can register online here: https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/learning-beyond-the-bell

Let your first period teacher know if you are staying each morning so you can be counted for snack. See Mrs. Wagner if you have any questions.

📞 Parent Questions? Call Mrs. Wagner at 304-799-6564 ext. 5228

This will be a good opportunity for students to catch up on work before the end of the nine weeks on 11/5!!!