📅 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
1 day 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! 💛
3 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

5 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
9 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 🌟

12 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! 💛

15 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 Announcement 📢

The Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for 11/4/2025 has been cancelled.

The LSIC presentations for HES and GBEMS will be moved to the 12/2/2025 meeting.

Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 18, 2025.
19 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Image of an announcement with bell, PCS logo and bull horns. Text: Important Announcement: The Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for 11/4/2025 has been cancelled.   The LSIC presentations for HES and GBEMS will be moved to the 12/2/2025 meeting.   Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 18, 2025.portant Announcement
🕰️ Reminder for Families!

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend—don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before bed on Saturday night! ⏰

Enjoy that extra hour of sleep! 😴

#TimeChange #FallBack #PCStrongerTogether
21 days ago, Kristi Hamons
An image of a clock and the words: Don't forget those clocks go back this weekend! "Daylight Savings Time" ends 11/2
🧡 November is the Month of Giving! 🧡

📦 Join our Food Drive to support students in need!

🗓️ Drop off donations from Nov. 3–21 at any Pocahontas County School during school hours.

🥫 Most Needed Items Include:
• Canned veggies, fruit, soup (pop-top lids preferred)
• Rice, pasta, cereal
• Peanut butter, canned protein
• Flour, sugar, cooking oil
• Prepackaged snacks, oatmeal packets
• Individual servings of mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, noodles

📞 Questions or need support? Contact our Communities in Schools team:
Lois Wilfong – 304-799-6564
Marsha Grimes – 304-456-4865
Jillian Lacasse – 304-799-6551

Let’s come together to make sure no child goes to bed hungry. 💛

#MonthOfGiving #PocahontasCountySchools #FoodDrive #GiveBack #PCStrongerTogether
22 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Food images on Flyer titled 'November: The Month of Giving' from Pocahontas County Schools promoting a food drive to support students in need. It lists most-needed nonperishable items like canned goods, pasta, cereal, peanut butter, and prepackaged snacks. Donations are accepted at any Pocahontas County School from November 3 to 21 during school hours. Contact information for Communities in Schools representatives is provided for questions or food insecurity support."

📢 Important Schedule Update for Pocahontas County Schools!

The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development.

On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early.

Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!

23 days ago, Kristi Hamons
Text box with text: Import Announcement: from Pocahontas County Schools The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development. On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early. Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!
POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS SALUTES OUR VETERANS

Reminder that our Veterans Day programs are quickly approaching! We would love to see you there - check out the details below!

Join us as we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country.

We would be honored with your presence at our special Veterans Day programs.

🎖️ Program Schedule:
📅 November 7
• Green Bank School – 9:00 AM
• Pocahontas County High School – 10:30 AM

📅 November 10
• Marlinton Elementary – 9:00 AM
• Hillsboro Elementary – 10:30 AM
• Marlinton Middle – 1:00 PM

🍽️ Veterans Lunch
Served at PCHS and Hillsboro Elementary

📞 Please call to reserve your meal:
• PCHS: 304-799-6564
• HES: 304-653-4221

🎉 Veterans Day Dinner
📍 Opera House
📅 November 11, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM

Let’s come together to show our gratitude and respect. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #PocahontasProud #ThankYouVeterans
23 days ago, Kristi Hamons
P O C A H O N T A S C O U N T Y S C H O O L S A SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS A special Veterans Day program to honor those of us who have served and continue to serve. We would be honored with your presence. LUNCH WILL BE SERVED AT PCHS AND HILLSBORO. PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE YOUR MEAL. PCHS: 799-6564 HES 653-4221 VETERANS DAY DINNER @ OPERA HOUSE 11-11-25 @ 11:00 presents November 7th Green Bank School @ 9:00 PCHS @ 10:30 November 10th Marlinton Elementary @ 9:00 Hillsboro Elementary @ 10:30 Marlinton Middle @ 1:00
Harvest Day and Spooky Walk 2025
30 days ago, Kristi Tankersley
Harvest Day 2025
📢 Important Update from Pocahontas County Schools📢

The Board of Education meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, has been cancelled due to a technical issue with the agenda posting.

✅ A special meeting will be scheduled for October 28, 2025, to ensure transparency and allow time for review of the agenda.

📄 The updated agenda will be posted on the PCS website today.

We appreciate your understanding!

about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
BOE meeting announcement
🎉 Celebrating National Principals Month! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the incredible leadership and dedication of our principals and assistant principals across Pocahontas County Schools! From fostering strong school communities to inspiring academic excellence, these educational leaders make a lasting impact every day.

📚💼 Thank you to:

Melissa Jordan & Chloe Schaffner – Green Bank Elementary Middle
Rebecca Spencer – Hillsboro Elementary School
Phillip Anderson – Marlinton Elementary School
Nebraska Scotchie – Marlinton Middle School
Christine Campbell & Jeanette Wagner – Pocahontas County High School

Your commitment to our students, staff, and families is what makes our schools shine! 🌟

#NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #PocahontasProud #EducationalLeadership #WVDE #PCStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
Nebraska Scotchie
Rebecca Spencer
Christine Campbell
Jeanette Wagner
Melissa Jordan and Chloe Schaffner
Phillip Anderson, Principal
📚✨ Celebrating Creativity at the Literature Fair! ✨📚

Students from across Pocahontas County showcased their imagination, storytelling skills, and love for reading. From captivating displays to thoughtful presentations, each project reflected the hard work and creativity of our young authors and illustrators.

Thank you to all the students, families, and staff who made this event such a success. Your support helps foster a lifelong love of literature and learning!

📸 Check out some highlights from the fair below — we’re so proud of everyone who participated! Good luck to the participants moving on to regionals!!

#LiteratureFair2025 #PocahontasCountySchools #StudentVoices #CelebrateReading
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
Literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
students at the literature fair
🌍🍴 National School Lunch Week: “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport!”

October 13–17, 2025

This week, Pocahontas County Schools are celebrating the global flavors and cultural connections found in our cafeterias! Join us as we explore international tastes and highlight the importance of nutritious school meals.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents are invited to eat lunch with their students!
Lunch costs $5—please contact your child’s school for details and scheduling.

Let’s celebrate together and make this week a flavorful adventure!
#NSLW25 #TasteTheWorld #YourLunchPassport #SchoolLunchMatters #PocahontasCountySchools
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
nslw 2025
school lunch passport
📣 Progress Report Day is Here!

Today, October 10th, students will be bringing home their Progress Reports. 📄🎒

Parents and guardians—please check those backpacks and take a moment to review your child’s academic progress. Your support makes a difference! 💬✨

#PocahontasCountySchools #ProgressReportDay #FamilyEngagement #PCStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
october progress reports coming home today
📣 Parents, Community Stakeholders and Students! We have AMAZING news! We have received a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant for afterschool programming at Green Bank Elementary Middle School, Marlinton Middle School, and Pocahontas County High School!! The offerings for this transformative program will range from tutoring to field trips to clubs!

Join us for our Startup Meeting on October 13 at 4:30 PM to help shape the future of the Learning Beyond the Bell/21st CCLC program!

✨We will give an overview of programming and expectations
🧠 We want YOUR ideas to support student participation and success
🏫 Choose the site that works best for you:
• Marlinton Middle School
• Green Bank Elementary-Middle School
• Pocahontas County High School

Find more information, including an online registration form, here:

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more engaging afterschool experience for our students! 💡✨
#LearningBeyondTheBell #21stCCLC #PocahontasCountySchools #ParentVoiceMatters #AfterschoolSuccess
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
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📢 We want to hear from YOU! 🗣️

Pocahontas County Schools currently has 5 policies open for public comment:

1️⃣ Hope Scholarship
2️⃣ Alternative Programs
3️⃣ Critical Need Substitutes
4️⃣ Attendance
5️⃣ Discipline

🗓️ Comment period ends November 6, 2025

💬 Your voice matters—help shape the future of our schools!

🔗 Review and comment here: https://forms.office.com/r/x70reyRaUq

#PocahontasCountySchools #PublicComment #CommunityVoice #EducationMatters #PCStrongerTogether
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
BOE policies on comment
Next Week is National School Lunch Week. Please call ahead to join your student on their designated day and enjoy our delicious school lunch. The cost is $5.00. Hope to see you there.
about 1 month ago, Kristi Tankersley
2025 MES National School Lunch Schedule