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Just a reminder the Gourmet Delights school fundraiser forms and money are due tomorrow.
Thank you to everyone that sold items!
Also the 3rd- 5th grade awards ceremony is ay 9:40am tomorrow. Parents are welcome to attend.
We would love to hear from you! Share feedback on the 2025-2026 proposed school year calendar.
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/upcoming-school-year-calendar-proposal
Coming up:
Tomorrow night is our annual Title 1 sponsored games and activities on the playground and field from 5:30-6:30 and 6:30-7:16 PTA Sponsored Trunk or Treat! Line up starts on the track at 6:15. Only cars with trunks will be able to park in the parking lot. Thank you to everyone that sent items or is volunteering!
Next week:
Red Ribbon Spirit Week/ Book Fair
Oct. 30th- Fall Picture Re-takes
Friday- Our school butter braids/cookie dough fundraiser. Help raise money for school events and supplies!
Nov. 4th- No School Parent Teacher Conferences. Confirmation of times will go home next week
Nov. 5th- No School Election Day
We are excited to share a special video that showcases the excellence, dedication, and pride within our Wood County Schools community. This video highlights the incredible work of our teachers, coaches, staff, and students, and reflects our commitment to providing a high-quality education for every child. Thank you for being part of our amazing district!
Watch the video: https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wcs-shines
PTA Mum Fundraiser forms and money are due Monday. Please make sure students bring them and turn them to their teacher. We appreciate you supporting our school!
Dear Wood County Schools’ families: Thank you for your courage, patience, and understanding this week as our school personnel and law enforcement agencies worked together to keep our schools safe. We are fortunate for the relationship between our school system and law enforcement. Wood County Schools would like to express gratitude and appreciation for the law enforcement agencies throughout our county and state who provided support to Wood County Schools this week. Thank you to the Parkersburg Police Department, Wood County Sheriff’s Department, Vienna Police Department, Williamstown Police Department, and the Capitol Police. -- Christie M. Willis -- Superintendent
Wood County Schools is aware of an online threat targeting various school systems across West Virginia. We take every threat seriously and are actively monitoring the situation. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we are working closely with local law enforcement to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken. We will continue to keep our community informed as we gather more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please join us at Madison at 6pm tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 27th for our school to host the BOE meeting and to join in being recognized as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School! Wear our Madison spirit wear!!
Important Drop-off & Dismissal Reminders:
K- 5th grade students will not be able to enter the building until 7:25am. Students will need to be able to get themselves in and out of the car. Please be patient and respectful in the drop off and pick up line. Parents should stay in the car and we will help students out on the side walk side of the car. Parents are not allowed to walk in with students unless they are here for an orientation. Kindergarten will be dismissed from the doors by their classrooms. 1st- 5th grade will be dismissed at the right side of the main doors. We ask all parents to wait on the other side of the crosswalk for students. All parents are encouraged to drive in the pickup line. Please do not bring pets to pick up a student.
Good evening! We want to remind you about our back-to-school open house tomorrow, Monday, August 19th. Our elementary open house will be from 4 to 6 p.m. and our middle, high, WCTC and Caperton will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Students' first day back to school will be Wednesday, August 21st. We're excited to see you and kick off a fantastic year!
Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Wood County
Schools app! The same district app now offers class
streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher
chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin
using this feature in our app after 8/21.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/tLf49D
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/tXzp7c
Madison is excited to start another school year! We will kick off Open House on Monday, Aug. 19th at 4pm with a short ceremony in front of the school to celebrate our school being named a Leader in Me Lighthouse School over the summer! A Leader in Me Lighthouse School is a school that has successfully implemented the Leader in Me program and achieved outstanding results. The Leader in Me and 7 Habits is a model that Madison uses to help students develop leadership and life skills, build resilience, and improve academic achievement.
We will have the Kona Ice Truck here for parents and students to purchase a treat before or after they meet their teachers. All proceeds from the Kona Ice will go towards our Madison PTA. We will also announce a couple of spirit days and invite all past and present students, staff, and parents to attend our hosting of the Board Meeting on Aug. 27th at 6pm at Madison. We can't wait to see you all on Monday!
In celebration of Independence Day, all Wood County Schools' offices will be closed. Offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th.
All schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 20th in celebration of West Virginia Day! Offices will reopen on Friday, June 21. Learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Virginia_Day
The school year may be over, but it's never to early to mark your calendar! The 2024-2025 school year will host Open House on Monday, August 19. Elementary schools will be from 4 to 6 pm and middle and high schools (including WCTC/Caperton Center) from 5 to 7 pm. View event dates and details anytime on the WCS app or by visiting https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/calendar.
Join us for the USDA free summer meals program, a wonderful initiative aimed at ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals even when school is out. This program provides free meals for children and teens in low-income areas during the summer months, helping to bridge the nutrition gap that often occurs when school meals are not available. By participating in this program, you can help support the health and well-being of children in your community, ensuring they have the fuel they need to thrive and enjoy their summer activities to the fullest. Learn more at https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/summer-nutrition-program
End of Year Events:
May 27th- No School
May 29th- Last Day Pre-K
May 30th- 5th Grade Graduation at 5:30
June 3rd- Field Day 9-11am 3rd- 5th Grade/ 12:30-2:30 K -2nd Grade
June 4th Last Day Awards Ceremony 3rd- 5th @ 9:30am/ K- 2nd Grade @ 1pm
(Students can be signed out with teacher after awards)
The much-loved Golden Ticket Summer Reading Challenge has returned for the summer! Learn more to get started.
https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/goldenticket
Reminder, Wood County Schools will be closed Tuesday, May 14, 2024, for Primary Election Day. Classes resume Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Nutrition and the West Virginia Department of Human Services are teaming together to provide income-eligible students of West Virginia with supplemental food benefits for the summer of 2024. Learn more... https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/1591188