Today we honor the incredible custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly every single day. Your dedication, hard work, and care make a difference in every hallway, classroom, and cafeteria. 💛
💬 Drop a comment to say THANK YOU to your favorite custodian!
📸 Share a photo or story of how a custodian has made a positive impact in your school.
#CustodianAppreciation #ThankYouCustodians #SchoolHeroes #PCStrongerTogether
A huge thank you to Marsha Beverage, our amazing Communities In Schools Site Coordinator, for making this visit possible and personally driving the Mountaineer to each school. Your dedication truly makes a difference! 💛
Let’s keep the momentum going — Students who attend today, achieve tomorrow!
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From our dedicated bus drivers navigating mountain roads, to the secretaries, aides, custodians, cooks, and countless others—these everyday heroes keep our schools running smoothly and our students safe, supported, and cared for. 🍎🚌💛
As we embrace this year’s theme—Stronger Together—we recognize that it’s the teamwork, heart, and commitment of our service personnel that truly make our schools shine. 💪🏽✨
Let’s take a moment to say thank you to the incredible individuals who make a difference in our schools every single day. We are stronger because of you!
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📣 Stakeholder Survey: JROTC Program Interest
Pocahontas County Schools is exploring the possibility of launching a JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps) program at our high school. We value your input and want to hear from our students, families, staff, and community members!
📝 Please take a moment to complete our Stakeholder Interest Survey to help us gauge support, interest and concerns.
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/ZaZukec6Rs
Survey Closes: 9/5/25
Your feedback is essential as we consider new ways to support student leadership, citizenship, and career pathways. Thank you for being an engaged part of our school community!
#PocahontasCountySchools #JROTC #StakeholderVoice #StudentOpportunities #GreatThingsAtPCS
School is just around the corner! As we gear up for a great year, don’t forget to check the official calendar for key dates including the first day of school, holidays, breaks, and more.
Make sure you're ready—save it, share it, and stay informed! 💙
📌 https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/2022-2023calendar
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📚✨ Don't forget to mark your calendar for your child’s upcoming Open House event. Each school hosts its own special experience—an opportunity to tour the campus, meet the passionate educators, and get a glimpse into the exciting year ahead. Don’t miss it! 🏫📅
We wrapped up the 2025 Teacher Academy with a full day dedicated to enhancing special education services across Pocahontas County Schools.
Our educators learned from two outstanding presenters:
👨🏫 Ian Kennedy – West Virginia Department of Education
👩🏫 Lydia Young – Pocahontas County Special Education Consultant
They shared essential guidance on:
✅ Compliance
✅ Support systems
✅ Practical tactics to better serve students with diverse learning needs
This final day highlighted our commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every student receives the support they deserve. Thank you to all who participated in this powerful 3-day journey of growth and collaboration! 🌟
#PocahontasProud #TeacherAcademy2025 #SpecialEducationMatters #WVDE #InclusiveEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #GreatThingsAtPCS
👏 The Pocahontas County High School Drama Club was recognized for stepping up to paint and clean the auditorium stage—a tough job that was badly needed. Huge thanks to Co-Sponsors Mrs. Hughes and Mr. Hummel for rallying current members and alumni to make it happen! Pictured: Mrs. Hughes and Drama Club member Nathaniel.
📚💼 Additionally, the entire school board and several central office staff were honored by the WV School Board Association for completing training focused on school board guidance and compliance. We’re proud of their commitment to excellence!
#PocahontasPride #DramaClub #WVEd #CommunityStrong #BoardRecognition #GreatThingsAtPCS #PCS_StrongerTogether
📢Day 3 of the Academy: Spotlight on Special Education 🌟
We wrapped up our Academy on Wednesday with a powerful and insightful day dedicated to Special Education. 💙
Our team had the privilege of learning from expert presenters from the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and our very own Special Education Consultant. Together, they led engaging sessions that deepened our understanding of special education practices, compliance, and strategies to support all learners.
From legal updates to inclusive instructional approaches, the day was packed with valuable information and meaningful conversations. It was a great way to end the Academy—focused on equity, support, and student success.
Thank you to everyone who made this day impactful!
#SpecialEducation #WVDE #PocahontasCountySchools #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentSupport #InclusiveEducation #StrongerTogether
We continued our journey of leadership growth with a focus on practical strategies that directly impact school success.
🚌 Our principals explored:
📊 Attendance Strategies – Promoting consistent student presence through proactive and supportive approaches
🏫 Local School Improvement Councils (LSICs) – Empowering school communities to lead change and drive improvement
🚦 Transportation & Safety – Ensuring every student’s journey to and from school is secure and efficient
Together, we’re equipping leaders with the tools to foster safe, engaged, and thriving school environments.
#StrongerTogether #LeadershipAcademy #FuturePrincipals #EducationMatters #AttendanceMatters #LSICLeadership #SafeSchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
👥 Our principals explored:
🤝 Co-Teaching Strategies – Harnessing the power of partnership in the classroom
🏡 Family Engagement – Building bridges between schools and families
🔐 Cybersecurity Essentials – Safeguarding our learning communities in a digital world
Together, we’re cultivating leaders who will elevate every voice and strengthen every school.
#StrongerTogether #LeadershipAcademy #FuturePrincipals #EducationMatters #CoTeaching #FamilyEngagement #CyberSafeSchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
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📢🗣️TWO important policies are currently out for public comment.
Personal Electronic Device Policy and Staff Acceptable Use Policy
🗓️ Comment Period of 30 days ends 9/5/2025
Visit this link to review the policies and give your feedback: https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies
At the August 5th Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognized two outstanding individuals:
🏅 Devon George, PCHS CTE student, placed 6th in the nation at the SkillsUSA competition in Commercial Roofing—a remarkable achievement showcasing skill and dedication!
🌟 Haley Cummins was honored as a finalist for the WVDE Service Personnel of the Year Award for 2026, a testament to her exceptional service and commitment to our schools.
👏 Join us in congratulating Devon and Haley for representing Pocahontas County with pride and excellence!
#PocahontasPride #SkillsUSA #WVDE #CTEExcellence #ServiceLeadership #PocahontasCountySchools #GreatThingsAtPCS
Personal Electronic Device Policy and Staff Acceptable Use Policy
🗓️ Comment Period of 30 days ends 9/5/2025
Visit this link to review the policies and give your feedback: https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies
PCHS Athletes: Reminder that Fall sports practice starts tomorrow, August 4th, from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm. Activity busses will leave from Durbin and Hillsboro at 9:00 am. Updated physicals are required to participate. See you there!