SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WCS STUDENTS... CTE Exploration Camp for incoming 9th & 10th graders - Learn more: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/2259187 Opportunities for seniors - Apprenticeship Readiness Week - Learn more: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/2259168
We have extra copies of this year's yearbook available for $30 in the main office. Bring cash or make checks payable to Hamilton Middle School.
Heavy rain and flooding are affecting student transportation. Our team is working on rerouting where possible. Expect delays for bus riders in flood-prone areas. Safety is Wood County Schools' first priority.
Wood County Schools Special Education Office will be destroying special education records of all former special education students with a graduation date prior to and including 2019. Files prior to 2018 have already been shredded. Former students or legal guardians who would like to obtain the student file may contact Wood County Schools Special Education Office, 1210 13th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101, at (304) 420-9655, no later than Monday, September 8, 2025.
⭐️Join The Golden Ticket Summer Reading Challenge! It's almost here! 💛 Learn more: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/goldenticket
Parents of Track athletes your child was been given a fill my Paw fundraiser sheet a few weeks ago. It is now past due. Please make sure that they turn them into the school. They can turn them in the mornings on the H. They may also turn them into their Track coach at practice. Thanks for helping to support our students.
Hamilton students should bring their iPads, charging cables and blocks to school tomorrow in preparation for the WVGSA which will begin on Monday May 12, 2025.
Good evening families of Hamilton 6th graders. This is a reminder for your student to bring their iPad and charger to school tomorrow. We will keep and charge iPads for the GSA which begins on Monay morning. Students will be able to bring their iPad on Wednesday. Please make sure your student is getting proper rest and arrives at school on time. Have a great evening.
Parenting can feel overwhelming—but you’re not alone. Parent Coaching is a no cost resource from Wood County Schools and the Cook Center that connects you with a coach and expert tools to support your journey. https://cookcenter.info/coaching
“Hello! There has been a slight change to the 8th grade dance. Students can arrive to the FRONT of the school as early as 5:30 for picture opportunities. After they have gotten their pictures, make sure they have signed in with the table and they will line up to make a small loop around the front sidewalks to parade in front of parents before entering the building at 6pm. Pickup will be promptly at 9pm at the front of the building. No one will be released before 9pm unless a parent is present at the front door. Again, please arrive to the FRONT of the school as early as 5:30, parade will begin shortly before or at 6pm. Dinner will be served throughout the evening for those who wish to eat. Thank you and we apologize for any inconvenience these changes may have caused.”
Hamilton Middle School will host a meeting for 8th Grade Parents at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15th. The purpose of this meeting will be to receive information regarding coursework and scheduling for Parkersburg High School. Pam Bauman, PHS Counselor, will be presenting information to guide students through the scheduling process as they prepare to begin their freshman year at PHS.
The HMS Seventh and Eighth Grade Choirs will participate in the Wood County Choir Festival on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The event ends with a concert at Blennerhassett Middle School Auditorium at 7:15 PM.
Applications for the Governor's STEM Institutes are being accepted now. One institute is for current 7th graders and will be held at two different times at West Virginia University, and one institute is for current 8th graders and will be held at the Green Bank Observatory. Find more information and applications at https://wvde.us/gov-schools/stem-institute/
Good morning. Due to the numerous untreated roadways and safety concerns, Wood County Schools will be closed today, Thursday, February 20.
Due to potential early morning inclement weather, Wood County Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Thursday, February 20. Please monitor for updates.
February is Career Technical Education month! West Virginia’s Career Technical Education (CTE) programs equip students with practical skills and hands-on training, allowing them to explore diverse career paths. These programs offer real-world knowledge, industry-recognized credentials, and valuable work-based learning experiences. Visit the Wood County Technical Centers' website to learn more. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wctc
Wood County Middle School Honor Choir Rehearsal scheduled for tonight, Monday 2/17/25 is cancelled.
📣 Attention parents! Wood County Schools' Kindergarten enrollment starts March 3, 2025. All children, including current WCS Pre-K students, must register at their designated school. Learn more and get a head start here: https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/kindergarten
Due to overnight surface refreezing and potential flooding, Wood County Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 17.
We want to hear from you! WCS is considering changes to Non-Traditional Instruction Days for the coming school year. Learn more and share your thoughts: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/nti-parent-survey