Marlinton Middle School

Big thanks from Marlinton Creek and Trail Campground, PMH and MMS staff for our day 1 of staff appreciation!

Good evening, Copperheads. The General Summative Assessment, or WVGSA, begins this week. Please help your child be successful by making sure they get plenty of rest, arrive at school on time, and eat a healthy breakfast. Encourage them to take their time, read each question carefully, and simply do their best. A positive mindset and reassurance from home makes a big difference. Testing will begin with eighth grade math on Wednesday, May 6. Eighth grade will take ELA on Thursday, May 7, followed by writing on Friday, May 8. Being at school every day matters, and even a few missed days can have a big impact on learning. We need your help to lower this number by prioritizing daily attendance whenever possible. Finally, this week is Staff Appreciation Week. We are truly blessed to have some of the best staff in Pocahontas County, and we appreciate all they do every single day for our students. Thank you for your continued support, and have a great evening.

We are having technical difficulties with printing progress reports, we will be sending them home on Monday. Thanks for understanding!

Final push, MMS! 💥
Show cooperation, earn tickets, win prizes — it’s that simple. Staff are watching for students who “demonstrate the skill of the week” anywhere in the building.

Testing week = bonus opportunities to shine.
Don’t forget: Prize drawings every Tuesday & Thursday at lunch!
Let’s rack up those tickets, MMS!

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. 💥💛

🍎 Happy National Principals Day! 🍎

Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, care, and commitment.
Thank you to Ms. Jordan, Mrs. Spencer, Mrs. Schaffner, Mrs. Scotchie, Mrs. Bland, and Mrs. Wagner for everything you do for our students, staff, and school community. Your leadership truly makes a difference every day! 💛⭐

#NationalPrincipalsDay #ThankYouPrincipals #SchoolLeadership #PCStrongerTogether

Update from Ms. Hughes - they are currently departing from Warm Springs and ETA will be between 3:50 & 4:00. Thank you!

Looking forward to our Monday, staff appreciation day at MMS! Big thanks to PMH for our goody bags and dirty soda bar organized by MMS staff fellowship committee!

Please see attachment for opportunity on Monday, May 4 at PCHS.

Reminder that 8th graders will leave MMS tomorrow at 7:00 am. They will be going to see a Shakespeare play in Staunton. The return time is around 4:30 pm but an all call will be sent with updates. There will be some breakfast options at MMS before leaving, but if you'd prefer, please eat at home. Lunch was a school packed option or home packed meal. Thank you!

Congratulations to our MMS April Science Stars! Big thank to Godfathers for sponsoring our snack for our stars!

Congratulations!
We are proud to recognize an MMS student who has been selected to participate in the United States Naval Academy Summer STEM Program!
This exciting opportunity allows students to dive into hands‑on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, working collaboratively on real‑world challenges and innovative projects.
Being selected for this competitive program is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the student’s dedication, curiosity, and passion for STEM learning. Way to represent MMS! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things ahead.

The MMS bands have been invited to perform at Marlinton’s “May Celebration of Youth Arts” this Friday, May 1st, on the Discovery Junction stage. Letters went home last week with details for band students who wish to perform. The concert is from 5:00-7:00 PM and is free and open to the public. It will also feature musical performances from MES students and PCHS’s band. We hope to see you there!

CTE has been busy with Ms. Kirk! Some cool mascots they've made to go with the CTE clusters!

Order Your Marlinton Middle School Yearbook!
Don’t miss out on capturing this school year’s memories! The Marlinton Middle School Yearbook is now available for purchase.
Order Deadline: May 8
How to Order: Use the online ordering system by scanning the QR code attached to this post.
Yearbooks are a wonderful keepsake filled with photos, events, and moments your student will want to remember for years to come. Be sure to place your order before May 8 to guarantee a copy for $30.
Thank you for supporting Marlinton Middle School!

Happy bus driver appreciation day to the gentlemen that get our students safely to and from school! We appreciate you all so much!

Good luck tomorrow at the state social studies fair! Bring back a win!

Big thanks to the Diller's for our staff Friday pick me up!

📢 Special Board of Education Meeting – Pocahontas County Schools

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.

🎉 Happy Administrative Professional Day! 🎉

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