Good evening. We invite you to contribute to our ARP/ESSER plan by providing input to the ideas generated in spending funds provided by the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER), targeting K-12 education. Your input will guide our plan to meet the needs of our students, staff, and community which will be presented to the West Virginia Dept. of Education on July 19. Your input is vitally important. To provide input, please click the following link or visit our website. Thank you. https://tinyurl.com/yfs5cvgh
WCS Communications Dept.
June 17, 2021 at 3:12 PM
Author: WCS Communications Dept.
Summer programs, offices open June 18
Wood Schools programs, offices open June 18
PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools and its summer programs will be open and operating as normal Friday, June 18.
Following the votes in Washington D.C. making Juneteenth (June 19) a federal holiday, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice on Thursday signed a proclamation designating it as a state holiday as well. He also announced state agencies will be closed Friday, June 18.
The governor’s proclamation does not include county and local government agencies. The Juneteenth holiday will be handled in similar fashion to Presidents Day or Columbus Day, which are national holidays but schools and local government agencies remain open.
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, celebrates the official recognition of the end of slavery in the United States. The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs in Charleston will hold a virtual Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 19. The event will stream live on the HHOMA Facebook page at 5 p.m. Saturday and video of the event will later air on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
Wood County Schools would like to thank federal and state officials for recognizing and celebrating such an important and historic moment. Wood County Schools believes all children have the ability and the right to learn and grow and to have a bright future. Our dedicated employees work every day to make sure all of our students are loved and given the best possible opportunities.
Monday, June 14, is the first day of summer school. If you have not signed up, you are still able to do so and attend free. Anyone that has failed a core course is urged to do so. Be at South by 8:15 a.m. questions? Call 304-420-9610
With the 2020-21 school year wrapping up, I would just like to say “Thank You!”
Thank you to everyone: Students, parents, teachers, staff and community members. Thank you to everyone who has helped others get through this often challenging and frustrating year, and thank you to everyone for your patience and resilience.
Even as we head into summer break, Wood County Schools is hard at work finalizing preparations for our summer programs which are set to begin later this month. These eight programs are unlike anything we have offered before and are sure to be engaging and fun for students at all grade levels. More than 1,500 students are enrolled and more than 200 teachers and staff have been hired to help make these programs a success. Wood County Schools’ summer offerings have been called a model for the state, and we intend to show everyone why we deserve to be called the best school system in West Virginia.
I want everyone to have a wonderful summer and a well-earned break. Most importantly, though, I want everyone ready for this fall. Throughout all of our challenges, we have learned and we have grown, and it is time for us to put that hard-earned knowledge to work for our students. We want to provide all of our kids with the best possible opportunities in first-class facilities staffed by top-level teachers and caring adults.
So as we say goodbye to the 2020-21 school year, let us look forward to the wonderful things we can accomplish together in the months and years ahead.
Thank you everyone, and have a great summer!
Larry “Mad Max” Maxwell, retired PSHS English teacher, was recognized at South on Friday, June 4th, during the Staff / Student Basketball Game. Max is true example of not only school spirit, but what community volunteerism is. He spends endless hours dedicating his time and energy for the youth in the entire county. He not only supports the athletic teams, but also volunteers his time reading in the elementary schools. #GDTBAP
PSHS Parents and 2021 Graduates: You can purchase your graduation pictures from Lifetouch Photography.
Use the password: PARKERSBURGSOUTH
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Exciting news from Wood County Schools! Off Campus Learning Options are now available for the fall. Learn more at woodcountyschoolswv.com.
Have a loved one graduating this weekend? Watch it livestreamed at woodcountyschoolswv.com compliments of CAS Cable. Choose MENU and then GRADUATION LIVESTREAM.
woodcountyschoolswv.com
Congratulations, Class of 2021!
Parkersburg South High School Graduation Livestream May 28th @ 7 pm
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/wcs/page/parkersburg-south-high-school-graduation
Senior Superlatives in the Senior Garden 2021 🙌🏼
PSHS Senior Spot Day Parade 2021 was a huge success! Thanks to everyone that came out to support our seniors 💙
The Sophomore Class is hosting a used book sale on May 23rd from 12:00-3:00 pm. Stop on by to support our Patriots and grab your next page turning. Back parking lot between the two gymnasiums. If it rains, you’ll need to enter through the Tile Gym.
We are also accepting book donations until May 22nd. Please contact Ashley Smith at a.l.smith@k12.wv.us to arrange a drop off/pick up.
Below are the administration instructions for the Spring 2021 WV School Learning Environment Survey for parents or caregivers of students at:
Parkersburg South High School, Wood County (096-502).
The online parent survey will be available from April 5 through May 21, 2021.
You may complete the survey from any computer with an internet connection.
You are asked to complete an online survey about school climate—the learning and teaching/working conditions—to help guide school improvement efforts. We value your feedback. The results of this survey will be used to make changes in your child's school to ensure a supportive environment for teaching and learning.
Parent participation in the survey is very important. If you have questions about the survey or have problems completing the survey, please contact your child's school.
When you log onto the survey you will see explanatory information about the survey and the important information below as to your rights as a survey participant:
Your participation is voluntary. You may choose not to participate; not to answer any questions you do not want to answer; and you may stop participating at any time during the survey without penalty. Your responses will be anonymous and confidential.
Access the Survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/wvslesPA21
Enter this code to start the survey: P096502
Below are the administration instructions for the Spring 2021 WV School Learning Environment Survey for middle and high school (grades 6–12) students at:
Parkersburg South High School, Wood County (096-502).
The online survey will be available to students from April 5 through May 21, 2021.
Student participation in the survey is very important. The information provided will help guide district and school efforts to promote safety, enhance learning supports, improve student achievement, and reduce health risks that stand as barriers to learning. Students will see this explanation of their rights as participants before they begin:
Welcome to the West Virginia School Survey for Students.
Thank you for agreeing to participate. We value your feedback. The results of this survey will be used to make changes in your school to ensure a supportive learning environment.
Your participation is voluntary. You may choose not to participate; not to answer any questions you do not want to answer; and you may stop participating at any time during the survey without penalty. Your responses will be anonymous and confidential.
If you have questions about the survey or have problems completing the survey, please notify the teacher or school staff person in the computer lab with you.
To continue, please login by using the information provided and clicking the "Next" button.
Proctors in the computer labs at the time of the survey also are to read a script to students providing the same or similar information above verbally. The script is provided in the Appendix of the GUIDANCE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SURVEYS.
Access the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/wvslesMHS21
Enter this login code and click the “Next” button: S096502
Yesterday, the FDA approved the use of the Pfizer - COVID vaccination for 12 to 15 year olds in the U.S. The West Virginia Department of Education has asked all counties to compile a list of students interested in receiving the vaccination (12 and up). Vaccinations could start as early as next week. If you are interested, please complete the following survey. Thank you. https://forms.office.com/r/WhNUycrKju
Thursday, May 13th is the last day to get your Senior a Yard Sign that will be placed in the horseshoe the week of Graduation and at Erickson on Graduation Day.
The cost is $8 that can be sent by PayPal to www.paypal.me/JessicaDavisWV.
Pictures can be emailed to cfdavis2@stu.k12.wv.us with the name you want on the sign and a photo release if it is a professional photograph.
Pictures do not have to be Cap and Gown photo, this is just an example. Get yours today!!
The West Virginia Department of Education has asked school systems to survey our families for those interested in receiving COVID-19 vaccinations for their students 12 years old or older as well as immediate family members. Please click the following link if your family is interested in participating. https://forms.office.com/r/WhNUycrKju
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to take a moment to personally say ‘Thank You’ to all of Wood County Schools’ selfless and dedicated educators.
This has been one of the most challenging school years in recent history. Our teachers have not only endured nearly impossible tasks but have risen to the challenge and have continued to place our students first. Our teachers and personnel have dedicated countless hours keeping students engaged, providing support and care to families, and giving our children a beacon of normalcy in an often turbulent and uncertain world. The work you do each day is more appreciated than you will ever know.
Wood County Schools is blessed to have so many caring and dedicated teachers, and I want all of you to know: We see what you are doing and what you have done, and we are thankful you are here.
Thank you for making a difference!
We are proud to announce Jake Hogsett as the winner of the 2021 March OVAC Athlete of the Month! Thanks to everyone for casting your vote for this outstanding student athlete!
It’s a great day to be a Patriot!
