
Just as a reminder, when a non-traditional instructional day is called, students are expected to complete the assignment labeled for that specific day in their snow packet. Completed work must be returned within two (2) school days of the student’s return to school.
Thank you for supporting your child’s learning!




Smencils (smelly pencils) will be on sale all week during breakfast. They are $3.00 each and money raise will support student and staff incentives.
The Marlinton Elementary PTO has launched an apparel sale, and it’s a great way to show your Timberwolf pride while supporting our school!
From students to families to community members—there’s something for everyone. Every purchase helps support PTO programs and activities that benefit our students. Thank you for always supporting Marlinton Elementary and our PTO. https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/cXDsgzptvA
Stay safe and warm!
Pocahontas County Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Monday, January 19th, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
We will see everyone back on Tuesday!
Thank you, and enjoy the day of reflection and remembrance.




DATE CORRECTION - Pocahontas County Schools will hold a Special Board of Education Meeting on Friday, January 9th at 9:00 AM at the PCS Central Office
📺 Livestream: https://bit.ly/PCS_BOE_Live
📝 The agenda can be found on the PCS website: boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us

Pocahontas County Schools will hold a Special Board of Education Meeting on Friday, January 6th at 9:00 AM at the PCS Central Office
📺 Livestream: bit.ly/pcs_boe_live
📝 The agenda can be found on the PCS website: boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us

Pocahontas County Schools Pre-K is now enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year!
📝 Applications can be picked up at any of our elementary schools:
• Green Bank Elementary
• Hillsboro Elementary
• Marlinton Elementary
📅 Completed applications are due back by March 27.
Give your child a bright beginning in a nurturing, play‑based learning environment with caring teachers and engaging classrooms. 💛📚
For more information, contact your local elementary school today!
#PocahontasCountySchools #PreKEnrollment #BrightBeginnings #NowEnrolling
We hope you had a restful break! A few quick updates:
LSIC Meeting: Monday, January 5, at 4:30 PM.
Elementary Basketball Info Session: Wednesday, January 7, at 5:00 PM in the PCHS auditorium.
Benchmarking: Assessments begin midweek. Please encourage your child to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and do their best—these tests help us support their learning.
Thank you for your support!

🔹 3112: Board–Staff Communication
🔹 5223: Absences for Religious Ordinances
🔹 7540.02: Digital Content and Accessibility
🗓 Comment Period Ends: January 18, 2026
We encourage our families, staff, and community members to review the proposed policies and share feedback using the link below:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/PCS-Policies
Your voice helps strengthen our school system—thank you for participating!

The Pocahontas County Board of Education was proud to recognize Mrs. Samantha Feather, 2nd Grade Teacher at Marlinton Elementary School, at the December 16th meeting for achieving National Board Certification!
National Board Certification is one of the highest credentials an educator can earn, demonstrating exceptional teaching practice, commitment to student learning, and dedication to ongoing professional growth. 🌟
Congratulations, Mrs. Feather! Your hard work and passion for education continue to inspire our entire school community. 🍎✨


In the meantime, we have a temporary workaround you may use:
Call the Central Office at 304‑799‑4505, then dial the extension of the person you need to reach at your school.
Below are the extensions for principals and secretaries at each school:
Hillsboro Elementary School (HES)
Secretary: 3237
Principal: 3239
Marlinton Elementary School (MES)
Secretary: 2235
Principal: 2236
Marlinton Middle School (MMS)
Secretary: 6237
Principal: 6243
Pocahontas County High School (PCHS)
Secretary: 5221
Principal: 5227
Assistant Principal: 5228
🎉 Congratulations to our 2025/2026 County Math Field Day Winners and Participants! 🎉
🏅 Grade Level Winners:
4th Grade: Daniel (1st), Noah (2nd), Joseph (3rd), Lincoln (4th), Kenneth (5th)
5th Grade: Joseph (1st), Mason (2nd), AJ (3rd), Michael (4th), Tyrell (5th)
6th Grade: Isaac (1st), Victor (2nd), Brayden (3rd), Braxton (4th), Rufus (5th)
7th Grade: Madelyn (1st), Levi (2nd), Hunter (3rd), Jonathan (4th), Lucas (5th)
8th Grade: Jarrell (1st), Hunter (2nd), Ryan (3rd), Autumn (4th), Ace (5th)
9th Grade: Eli (1st), Zara (2nd), Joey (3rd), Levi (4th), Hailey (5th)
🃏 Krypto Tournament Winners:
High School: Eli, Kaidence, Levi
Middle School: Hunter, Colton, Penelope
Elementary: Joseph, Michael, Madison
🎉Shoutout to our upperclassman supports:
Seniors: Wade, Allison, Ramona, Joey, Cammi
Juniors: Riyan, Kaidence, Damien, Cash
Sophomores: Nadiya, Willa
A Message from PCS Math Coach Joanna Burt-Kinderman:
We would like to offer a huge congratulations to all our county math field day winners. Thanks to all the teachers who volunteered to proctor, and to our awesome upperclassmen who make the entire day run well for us – serving as mentors, facilitators, cheerleaders and graders. Our seniors, Wade, Joey, Allison, Cammi and Ramona are pictured in all the winner photos. Thanks as well to Hardy Law Firm and Casey Griffith for providing prizes for our famous Krypto Tournament! We dedicate all the good energy from our day to some of our favorite matheletes, Tristan and Duncan Sizemore and family with all our hopes for good outcomes and good health for Tristan. We miss you guys, and missed you a little extra at math field day!








📣 Pocahontas County Board of Education Meeting
📅 Tonight
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Pocahontas County High School – Media Center
All are welcome to attend!

