Superintendent: Wood Schools will not require masks this fall PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook says schools will encourage but not require masks for students this fall. Hosaflook made the announcement during Tuesday’s meeting of the Wood County Board of Education. However, Hosaflook cautioned that could change depending on... READ MORE >

Wood BOE to have work session, public meeting Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will hold two public meetings on Tuesday (July 27, 2021): A work session and a regular session. The work session begins at 4 p.m. at the Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public. The sole... READ MORE >

Greenmont custodian finalist for WV Service Personnel of the Year VIENNA - Deidra Burdette, a custodian at Greenmont Elementary School, is one of 10 finalists for West Virginia School Service Personnel of the Year. The finalists were announced in a press release Tuesday by the West Virginia Department of Education. Burdette was the Wood County Schools Service... READ MORE >

Wood BOE to hold public forum Wednesday on federal fundsPARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will hold a public hearing Wednesday (July 21, 2021) to receive community feedback on the spending of federal pandemic relief funds. The public forum will begin at 6 p.m. Wednesday in the auditorium at Blennerhassett Elementary/Middle School. The first hour... READ MORE >

Prek/K Registration Fair Wednesday PARKERSBURG – Wood County Schools will hold a registration fair Wednesday for pre-k and kindergarten classes. The event will run from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. July 21 at Fairplains Elementary School. Students must be 4 years old before July 1, 2021, to enroll. Parents/Guardians may enroll for any school or site. Parents also will have... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets TuesdayPARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet in regular session Tuesday to receive a report on restorative practices and discuss future facilities projects. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg. The meeting will be streamed online via Zoom. The board also... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets TuesdayPARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet in regular session Tuesday to receive an update on facilities and to recognize student achievements. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg. The meeting will be streamed online via Zoom. The board will honor several... READ MORE >

Prek/K Registration Fair Tuesday PARKERSBURG – Wood County Schools will hold a registration fair Tuesday for pre-k and kindergarten classes. The event will run from 1-3 p.m. June 29 at Jefferson Elementary Center. Students must be 4 years old before July 1, 2021, to enroll. Parents/Guardians may enroll for any school or site. Parents also will have opportunities... READ MORE >

*From the West Virginia Department of Education** Please note, Wood County Schools does not distribute P-EBT cards or determine benefits. For more information or support on P-EBT, please visit www.wvpebt.org, call the P-EBT hotline at 304-756-KID1 (5431), or email wvpebt@k12.wv.us. *USDA ANNOUNCES SUMMER P-EBT PLANS FOR WEST VIRGINIA FAMILIES CHARLESTON, W.Va. – ... READ MORE >

Wood Tech student receives CTE scholarship PARKERSBURG – A Wood County Schools student has been chosen to receive the 2021-22 Albert Yanni Scholarship. Wood County Technical Center student Isabella Haynes was one of 25 career technical education (CTE) students chosen from a pool of 100 applicants to receive a $2,000 scholarship for the upcoming school year, the... READ MORE >

Wood Schools releases ESSER community survey PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools is seeking input on how to best utilize federal pandemic relief funds in area schools. The American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) plan provides funding for K-12 education to help make up time lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. Those funds can be... READ MORE >

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... READ MORE >

DeMoss named WV NASSP Principal of the Year PARKERSBURG - Parkersburg High School Principal Kenny DeMoss has been chosen as West Virginia’s Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). DeMoss will represent the state at the NASSP National Principal of the Year Institute in September. The NASSP National Principal of... READ MORE >

Wood County Schools summer programs kick off next week! On Monday, June 14, high school summer school and the SPARKS program for high school students begin at Wood County’s three public high schools. The programs run from 8:30-11 a.m. Monday through Friday, with breakfast and lunch provided. On Tuesday, June 15, elementary and middle school programs begin.... READ MORE >

Wood County Technical Center / Caperton Center for Applied Technologies Students Take on a Manufacturing Innovation Challenge Parkersburg, WV, June 9, 2021 – Explore the New Manufacturing has announced the completion of a Manufacturing Innovation Challenge, which teamed six students from the Wood County Technical Center /Caperton Center for Applied... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (June 8 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are required. The meeting will... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 37 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for June 4, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/tp7b as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood Schools announces summer meal sites PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has announced summer meal sites and schedules. The district will offer two kinds of meal sites this year: Enrolled and Open. Enrolled sites serve students participating in programs at those locations. Each enrolled site is part of a summer school program and is only open to students... READ MORE >

WHS grad receives WVU National Merit Scholarship WILLIAMSTOWN - A Williamstown High School graduate is one of 3,100 students nationwide to receive a College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced Tuesday Jacob Huggins, WHS Salutatorian for the Class of 2021, has been awarded a National Merit Scholarship to... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 36 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for May 14, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/tdsq as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

WCS Class of 2021 graduations today, tomorrow CAS to stream, broadcast ceremonies PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Schools Class of 2021 will take their final high school steps this weekend, beginning tonight with graduation ceremonies at Parkersburg South High School. CAS Cable will broadcast and livestream graduation ceremonies for Parkersburg South,... READ MORE >

Jared Voldness Receives 2021 Outstanding Industry Educator Award from the Explore the New Manufacturing Program PARKERSBURG – The Explore the New Manufacturing Program announced FRIDAY that Jared Voldness been recognized with an Outstanding Industry Educator Award in the high school division for his dedication in the classroom. Voldness, a teacher at the Wood... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (May 25, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Jefferson Elementary Center auditorium at 1103 Plum Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are required. The meeting... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 35 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for May 14, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/t0b1 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Jackson Middle student a winner in state Kids Kick Opioids contestCHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced 10 students from the Mid-Ohio Valley as regional winners of the office’s fifth Kids Kick Opioids contest, a public service announcement partnership with elementary and middle schools that encourages students to raise... READ MORE >

First doses of Pfizer Covid- 19 vaccines will be administered at school this Thursday, May 20th and Friday, May 21st to students whose parents requested them. Please be sure to complete the Vaccine Consent Form (sent home with your child) and return it to the school nurse ASAP. Students will not be vaccinated if a consent form is not signed and on file. If you... READ MORE >

THREE WV STUDENTS NAMED 2021 U.S. PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS From the West Virginia Department of Education CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Three West Virginia students are among the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona announced this week. The national program recognizes 161 high school seniors from across the country for... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 34 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for May 14, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/spdg as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

WCS presents summer programs to WVBOE CHARLESTON - Wood County Schools officials today presented to the West Virginia Board of Education an overview of the district’s planned summer programs. Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook, Curriculum and Instruction Director Christie Willis and Curriculum Coordinator Ashley Beaty presented information on... READ MORE >

South student receives $2,500 National Merit scholarship PARKERSBURG - A Parkersburg South High School student has been named as a National Merit $2,500 Scholarship recipient. Nicholas Murphy of Washington, W.Va., was one of 2,500 recipients announced Tuesday by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Murphy, a senior at Parkersburg South High School, is... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 33 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for May 7, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/sdxz as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help parents... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (May 11, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Remember to register for pre-k and kindergarten! Wood County Schools is taking applications now for the 2021-2022 school year and spots are filling up. Pre-K children must turn 4 before July 1, 2021, and kindergarten children must turn 5 before July 1, 2021. For more information or it you have questions, contact Melanie Cutright at 304-420-9663. We hope to hear... READ MORE >

If you live in Wood County, West Virginia, and have children under five years old, please logon to register for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! Children will receive one FREE book per month from the time they enroll until their fifth birthday. You may register at this address: https://imaginationlibrary.com . For family resources to go along with these... READ MORE >

Blennerhassett Middle presents “Shrek the Musical Jr.” PARKERSBURG - Blennerhassett Middle School students will visit an off-kilter land of children’s stories and fairy tales this weekend in a production of “Shrek: The Musical Jr.” The production is directed by Parkersburg South High School teacher Doug Parks and performed by members of the Junior Thespian... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 32 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for April 30, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/s4k2 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Sara Klesel named WCS Teacher of the Year PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools is proud to announce Sara Klesel as the 2022 Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made during Tuesday’s Wood County Board of Education meeting. Klesel is a mathematics teacher at Parkersburg South High School. She has 15 years of teaching experience, 10 of which are in her... READ MORE >

If you are interested in having your (16 year old+) child receive the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine at school, please contact your school nurse to register. If there is enough interest from families, we will hold one more school-based vaccine clinic on each high school campus. Parents may also be vaccinated. READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 31 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for April 23, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/rvkl as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (April 27, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Wood County Elementary Honor Choir Concert 2021 Each year, the Wood County Elementary Honor Choir showcases the talents of our youngest singers. While the format is different for the 2020-2021 school year, one thing remains the same - the talent of our students. Throughout the school year, students and their choir directors worked to rehearse honor choir songs... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will hold a statutory meeting Tuesday (April 20, 2021). The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing, and masks are... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 30 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for April 16, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/rnq2 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Teacher of the Year finalists announced! PARKERSBURG - Six finalists have been chosen to compete for the 2022 Wood County Schools Teacher of the Year. This year’s finalists are: Whitney Anne Dobson, Jessica Farmer Linville, Tana Stanley, Sara Klesel, Marley Jolly and Linda Hindman. The 2022 Teacher of the Year will be announced during the April 27 Wood County... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (April 13, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

WCS announces 2021 Art Expressions Exhibit winners PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has announced the winners of the 2021 Art Expressions Exhibit. The annual art show is being held at the Parkersburg Art Center now through April 19 and features work in a variety of mediums by Wood County Schools middle and high school students. The winners were... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 29 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for April 9, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/rdi0 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

WCS Art Show live broadcast Friday Winners will be announced on Facebook from Parkersburg Art Center PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools will announce the winners of this year’s WCS Art Show Friday through a live feed on Facebook. The art show, which features work from middle and high school students, opened today at the Parkersburg Art Center, and judging will... READ MORE >

Registration for WCS Summer Programs is from April 5 - 16, 2021. WCS Summer Program brochure with registration links for students grades K - 8: Summer Opportunities by Tammy McKnight - Flipsnack READ MORE >

Vaccine survey open for parents/guardians and students 16+PARKERSBURG - The West Virginia Department of Education says vaccinations will soon be available for parents/guardians and students ages 16 and older. Parents are asked to complete an online survey to indicate how many family members in their households would want to receive the vaccine. The survey address... READ MORE >

*This public announcement is being distributed as a courtesy to WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center.* CCMC offers vaccination clinics PARKERSBURG - WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center has scheduled community vaccination clinics for March and April. The clinics will be held from 8 a.m.-6p.m. Tuesday, March 30 and Tuesday, April 20, both at New Hope... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 28 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for March 26, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/qyxf as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes... READ MORE >

WCS recruiting for VEX Robotics team PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools is looking for student to join its new VEX Robotics team. Membership is open to any Wood County Schools high school student. Team meetings will take place at the Wood County Technical Center in south Parkersburg and members will be required to travel for competitions. Officials have received... READ MORE >

COLOR-CODED COUNTY MAP TO NO LONGER DETERMINE HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULESRelease by the office of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice.Gov. Jim Justice announced Wednesday he would be signing Executive Order 10-21, clarifying that the DHHR’s color-coded County Alert System map will no longer be used to determine high school schedules in West Virginia.“This system has been... READ MORE >

WV P-EBT Card hotline, website open West Virginia Pandemic EBT Card payments are beginning to arrive, and those with questions should contact the WV Department of Education through a hotline and website. Parent/Guardians can call 304-756-5431 if they have any questions as well as visiting www.wvpebt.org. Those calling Wood County Schools directly will be... READ MORE >

Wood BOE considers summer projects PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education has identified eight facility projects as being imperative this summer due to safety concerns. The projects were part of a list of 24 facilities needs considered by the board during Friday’s special session. The school board is expected to approve a prioritized list Tuesday,... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 27 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for March 19, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/qs12 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (March 23, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Wood BOE to meet FridayPARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet in special session Friday to discuss summer construction projects. The board will meet at noon at the Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public. The board will review a list of summer construction and maintenance... READ MORE >

WCS 2020-21 school year ends June 7 PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools students will finish out the 2020-21 school year on June 7. The Wood County Board of Education recently approved the calendar change to make up for a day lost to inclement weather. Monday, June 7, now will be the last day for students and Tuesday, June 8, will be the last day for... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 26 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for March 12, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/qlcu as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Start building your child's personal book collection! Click here to register for one free book each month until your child turns five! READ MORE >

Are you, or is someone you know, raising a grandchild or grandchildren? Could you use some support? There is help and support through the Healthy Grandfamilies program, sponsored by West Virginia State University working locally with the West Virginia Children's Home Society and Wood County Schools! Click here to find out more about the program. READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 25 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for March 5, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/qagt as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (March 9, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Criss Elementary gives Chamber committee update PARKERSBURG - Criss Elementary School presented a virtual update Wednesday to the Mid-Ohio Valley Chamber of Commerce Schools and Business Committee. Principal Heather Grant spoke with committee members online via Zoom, highlighting Criss Elementary’s achievements and challenges so far this school year. “We... READ MORE >

Ticketing Procedures for Parkersburg South and Parkersburg High Parkersburg South and Parkersburg High are excited to begin the winter sports season. The following guidelines and protocols have been established to keep everyone as safe as possible while trying to limit the spread of COVID-19. We thank you in advance for your cooperation! SPECTATORSSpectators... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 24 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Feb. 26, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/q1wi as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

WV P-EBT website, call line open PARKERSBURG - Parents and guardians with questions concerning the West Virginia Pandemic-EBT cards have multiple ways to find information. The cards are being sent, or in some cases more funding placed on to existing cards, to help cover food costs for school meals lost during school closures due to COVID-19. Parent/Guardians... READ MORE >

Science, social studies fairs continue in Wood County Schools PARKERSBURG - Though this year’s science and social studies fairs may look and feel a bit different, students will still have the opportunity to showcase their work and possibly compete at the state level this season. Ashlee Beatty, a curriculum coordinator with Wood County Schools, said all of the... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 23 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Feb. 19, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/pqy7 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Feb. 23, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Wood County Schools provides ACT Day PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools juniors and seniors will have the chance to take the ACT Exam at the end of March. ACT Day will be held March 30 at each high school. The cost is $46 and students must be registered ahead of time to take the exam. Maria Francisco, vice principal at Parkersburg South High School, has been... READ MORE >

Nominate a WCS educator for Teacher of the Year! PARKERSBURG - Nominations are now open for the 2022 Wood County Schools Teacher of the Year! Anyone can nominate an outstanding Wood County Schools educator by going to https://tinyurl.com/wcboetoy2022 and filing out the nomination form. Nominations will run from Feb. 15-26. Teachers will be notified of their... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 22 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Feb. 12, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/pl5s as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Hosaflook: Students will be ready for fall classes PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook said Tuesday he is confident educators can make up for instructional time lost due to the pandemic and students will be back on pace by the start of the 2021-22 school year. Hosaflook spoke at Tuesday’s Wood County Board of Education meeting as part... READ MORE >

Throughout the course of the pandemic, it is critical that staff and students do not come to school when they are experiencing Covid-like symptoms. Please err on the side of caution when experiencing fever, runny nose, nasal congestion, fatigue, muscle aches, cough and/ or sore throat and stay at home until it has been determined that it is safe for everyone for... READ MORE >

Middle School spelling bee winners announced PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has announced the winners of its annual middle school spelling bee. The Wood County Middle School Spelling Bee was held Tuesday evening at Blennerhassett Middle School. First place was Noah Galloway of Jackson Middle School. Second place was Jackson Wharton of Jackson Middle School.... READ MORE >

Wood BOE approves superintendent contract PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education Tuesday unanimously approved a four-year contract for Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook. The current three-year contract expires at the end of June, with the new contract taking effect July 1. Board President Justin Raber praised Hosaflook for his work the... READ MORE >

Three Wood Schools students named National Merit finalists PARKERSBURG - Three Wood County Schools students have been named as 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program finalists. Cecelia Fatta of Parkersburg High School, Nicholas Murphy of Parkersburg South High School, and Jacob Huggins of Williamstown High School were among the finalists announced this week by... READ MORE >

SCHOOLYEAR 2020-21 BENEFITS APPROVED FOR WEST VIRGINIA P-EBT *From the West Virginia Department of Education* Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced today there will be a second round of the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (P-EBT) allocated to eligible children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals during the... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 21 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Feb. 5, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/pdkn as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Feb. 9, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

Mineral Wells School gives Chamber committee update PARKERSBURG - Mineral Wells Elementary School presented a virtual update Wednesday to the Mid-Ohio Valley Chamber of Commerce Schools and Business Committee. Principal Melissa Powers spoke with committee members online via Zoom, briefly highlighting some of the challenges schools have encountered this past... READ MORE >

Two Wood County Schools teachers receive state STEM grantsPARKERSBURG - Two Wood County Schools teachers are among the recipients of the 2021 STEM-minded Educator Grants. The West Virginia Department of Education Tuesday announced $73,000 of STEM-minded Educator Grants were awarded to 86 West Virginia educators across the state, including Lacey Cale at Emerson... READ MORE >

Drive-through WV Learns Packet Pick-up: Thursday, February 4, 2021. Drive-through WV Learns Packet Pick-up Times: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Location: Board of Education 1210 13th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101 Directions: Pull into the Board of Education parking lot and park. The gold star in the picture below indicates... READ MORE >

Wood County Schools celebrates National School Counseling Week. PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools is thanking its dedicated counselors who serve our students every day. National School Counseling Week is Feb 1-5, with this year’s theme being "School Counselors: All In For All Students." The annual event is sponsored by the American School Counselor Association... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 20 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Jan. 29, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/p3ur as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Jefferson pantry helps community, gives students pride PARKERSBURG - Jefferson Elementary Center is using its school food pantry to help area families while giving some struggling students a sense of personal pride and belonging. Teacher Jeanna Plumly said her classroom at Jefferson Elementary Center provides specialized instruction to area elementary aged... READ MORE >

Home instructed students in Grade 11 may participate in the SAT School Day assessment as requested by the parent(s) of the home instructed student. The SAT School Day Assessment is a one-day assessment and will be administered to 11th grade students in the high schools on Tuesday, April 13th. During testing, your child must report to the public school within... READ MORE >

BOE meeting moves to Tech Center PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday in the new Common Area at the recently renovated Wood County Technical Center. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Wood County Technical Center at 1515 Blizzard Drive in south Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 19 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Jan. 22, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/ovyz as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Jan. 26, 2021) in regular session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in the Bailey Board Room at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg, W.Va. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited due to social distancing and masks are... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 18 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Jan. 15, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/onpu as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood Schools to continue employee vaccinations Friday PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools will hold a second COVID-19 vaccination clinic Friday, continuing to focus on older full-time employees. The clinic will be held Friday morning at Parkersburg High School. Nurses will dispense about 500 doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Employees will be contacted prior to the... READ MORE >

PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools will resume in-person classes Jan. 19, but will provide options for parents wishing to continue with remote learning. The announcement follows an executive order from Gov. Jim Justice for West Virginia schools to return in in-person instruction and guidance issued this week by the West Virginia Department of Education. Wood... READ MORE >

Wood Schools opens prek/kindergarten registration next month PARKERSBURG — Wood County Schools pre-kindergarten registration for the 2021-22 school year begins Feb. 8, with kindergarten registration beginning Feb. 22. Pre-kindergarten classes are free of charge and are open to students who are 4 years old before July 1, 2021. Registration can be completed... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 17 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Jan. 8, 2021, is available at https://5il.co/oelj as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Jan. 12) in regular session. The regular meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Jefferson Elementary Center auditorium at 1103 Plum Street in Parkersburg and will be broadcast online via Zoom. The meeting is open to the public, though seating will be limited to maintain... READ MORE >

P-EBT program benefits resume in February Parents urged to update addresses, information with home schools A second round of COVID-19 Pandemic EBT cards will be sent out next month, and those mailings will be based on information provided by Wood County Schools through the state WVEIS system. If your address has recently changed, contact your home school... READ MORE >

Wood County Schools will continue remote instruction the week of Jan. 11 and will provide meals for students through the Bus Hub and Curbside program. If your student received a meal through curbside pickup or bus delivery the week of Jan. 4, your student will receive a meal during the week of Jan. 11. If your student did not receive a meal and you would like... READ MORE >

WOOD COUNTY TEACHER SELECTED FOR WVU MOUNTAINEER MATHEMATICS MASTER TEACHER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM PARKERSBURG – Wood County Schools is pleased to announce that Sara Klesel, a mathematics teacher at Parkersburg South High School, has been selected as a “Mountaineer Mathematics Master Teachers (M3T) Noyce Fellow,” as part of a $3 million grant to West Virginia... READ MORE >

WVDE releases data on COVID-19 and public schools CHARLESTON - Ahead of a return to in-person classes later this month, the West Virginia Department of Education has released data concerning COVID-19 and public schools. Last month Gov. Jim Justice announced West Virginia public schools would resume five-day-a-week in-person classes beginning Jan. 19. Among the... READ MORE >

Edison students give gifts to area seniors PARKERSBURG - Edison Middle School students and teachers donated gifts to two area nursing homes Wednesday morning to be handed out on Christmas Day. The Friends Of Rachel, or FOR Club, works with area nursing homes on a regular basis, providing activities and friendship for seniors. This year, however, COVID-19... READ MORE >

Wood County Schools thanks community for its support"As we near the end of 2020, Wood County Schools would like to say: Thank You.To the teachers, service personnel and administrators.To the parents, caregivers and family members.To the community members and community groups.To everyone who has helped and supported our students during a very challenging year.Merry... READ MORE >

Anatomy project combines technical, artistic skills PARKERSBURG - An anatomy project at Parkersburg South High School illustrates the technical and artistic skills being taught in Wood County Schools STEAM programs. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. STEAM classes combine multiple areas of instruction into creative and... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet online Tuesday (Dec. 22) in its final meeting of 2020. The regular meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg and will be broadcast online via Zoom. A full agenda and link to the online meeting can be found at... READ MORE >

Wood Schools begins staff MacBook rollout PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools’ technology department and specialists on Friday began the first part of a county-wide technology upgrade for professional staff. Members of the district’s MIS team, which oversees Wood County Schools technology, gathered Friday morning at Mineral Wells Elementary School, the first of two... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 16 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Dec. 18, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/o2vm as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. This will be the last newsletter of 2020. The newsletter will resume Jan. 8, 2021. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday... READ MORE >

Pre-Order Meal Delivery Bus Hub & CurbsideTuesday, December 15th - Monday, December 21st As we continue with remote learning during the week of December 14th, WCS will be providing their students' with meals curbside at your school for walkers and drop offs as well as providing meal delivery via bus routes. Click https://tinyurl.com/y66arn3d to pre-order meals for... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 15 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Dec. 11, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/ntd5 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information... READ MORE >

Pre-Order Meal Delivery Bus Hub & Curbside Tuesday, December 8th - Monday, December 14th Click https://tinyurl.com/y2sozkws to pre-register for meals. As we continue with remote learning during the week of December 7th, WCS will be providing their students' with meals curbside at your school for walkers and drop offs as well as providing meal delivery via bus... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet online Tuesday (Dec. 8) to receive updates on the school system and to hold a public hearing on proposed calendars for the 2021-22 school year. Prior to the regular meeting, the school board will receive Local School Improvement Council reports from Jefferson and Franklin elementary... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 14 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Dec. 4, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/nldc as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information... READ MORE >

Bake Boxes give students tasty hands-on projects WILLIAMSTOWN - Students in Williamstown High School’s Baking and Pastry Foundations class are taking home “Bake Boxes” this week as part of a series of tasty and hands-on lessons. The students picked up the baking boxes Monday at Williamstown High and will use the ingredients to prepare a dessert at home while... READ MORE >

Chasity McDonald, an English teacher at Jackson Middle School, has been named the Jan Dils Golden Apple award winner for November 2020!The award is presented each month by WTAP and Jan Dils law offices to an outstanding educator in the Mid-Ohio Valley. Congratulations to Chasity! READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 13 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Nov. 27, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/nbqc as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information... READ MORE >

Pre-Order Meal Delivery Bus Hub & Curbside For Tuesday, December 1st - Monday, December 7thMeal pre-orders for Dec. 1-4 and Dec. 7 are now open at https://tinyurl.com/y5q2e47u. As we continue with remote learning during the week of November 30th, WCS will be providing their students' with meals curbside at your school for walkers and drop offs as well as... READ MORE >

Melanie Arthur named WVSAC Principal of the Year Congratulations to Blennerhassett Middle School Principal Melanie Arthur on receiving the 2020-2021 WVASC Principal of the Year Award! The West Virginia Association of Student Council recognizes one outstanding high school and middle school principal every year at their annual fall conference. Arthur... READ MORE >

New WCS Newsletter available! WCS Newsletter 12 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Nov. 20, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/n9gc as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meeting Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet online Tuesday (Nov. 24) to discuss facility projects and proposed calendars for next school year. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg and will be broadcast online via Zoom. A full agenda and link to the... READ MORE >

Letters to Santa program returns to Parkersburg South PARKERSBURG - The elves at Parkersburg South High School will again be helping to make sure letters to Santa Claus from area children are delivered to the North Pole. This marks the fourth year of the English program at South, which provides personalized responses for letters to Jolly Old Saint Nick.... READ MORE >

Kanawha Elementary uses app to teach remote PE lessons Nov. 16, 2020 DAVISVILLE - As educators tackle remote learning and instruction, many are coming up with creative ways to keep students engaged and active while attending classes from home. Jessica Ashley, a physical education teacher at Kanawha Elementary School, is using a fitness app to keep her kids... READ MORE >

Pre-Order Meal Delivery Bus Hub & Curbside Tuesday, November 17th - Friday, November 20th Meal pre-orders for Nov. 17-20 are now open at https://tinyurl.com/yyndu3tl As we transition our students to remote learning in orange during the week of November 16th, WCS will be providing students' with meals curbside at your school for walkers and drop offs as well as... READ MORE >

Gov. Justice issues executive orders West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has announced several executive orders which will affect schools and school-related activities. During the Friday, Nov. 13, COVID-19 briefing, Justice announced all schools, public and private, would remain closed from Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, through the following Thursday, Dec. 3. Wood County... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 11 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Nov. 13, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/n1jo as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Meal preorders reopened for Nov. 12-13 Preorders must be made for both curbside/bus delivery PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has reopened its meals preorder page for both curbside and bus delivery. It is extremely important for parents/guardians to understand that a preorder is needed for both curbside and bus delivery. The preorders page can be found at... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meeting online tonightNov. 10, 2020PARKERSBURG - Due to an increase in coronavirus cases, tonight’s (Nov. 10) Wood County Board of Education will be conducted virtually. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg and will be broadcast online via Zoom. A full agenda and link to the online... READ MORE >

Student meals pre-orders open Monday, Nov. 9Wood County Schools is providing meals to students the week of Nov. 9. Families can pre-order meals to pick up by completing the short form at https://tinyurl.com/y6qulf3jAs we transition our students to remote learning in orange during the week of Nov. 9, WCS will be providing students' with meals curbside at your school... READ MORE >

Bus Hub meal delivery launches MondayNov. 8, 2020WCS will launch Operation BUS HUB beginning Monday, Nov. 9. Buses will be delivering a sack lunch and tomorrow's breakfast to students who are current bus riders. For students who do not daily ride a bus, there will be an application posted on the WCS website for families to request a meal be delivered at a... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 10 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Nov. 6, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/mtkm as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet in regular session Tuesday, Nov. 10, to receive an update from the superintendent and hire a new director for the Management Information Systems department. The board meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Jefferson Elementary Center auditorium at 1103 Plum Street in Parkersburg. The... READ MORE >

Wood Schools creates COVID reporting pageNov. 5, 2020 PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has created an online dashboard to report confirmed cases of COVID-19. The page can be accessed at www.woodcountyschoolswv.com by clicking on Menu: COVID 19 Information: COVID Dashboard, or through the direct link https://tinyurl.com/y2zf9q4u. The page features a spreadsheet... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open for middle, high school students PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Nov. 9 are now open for middle and high school students. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/yyh78y7fto pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Gihon Elementary School Nov. 4, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Gihon Elementary School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Edison Middle School Nov. 4, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Edison Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action is... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Hamilton Middle School Nov. 4, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Hamilton Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action is needed at... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Jefferson Elementary Center Nov. 4, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Jefferson Elementary Center. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Vienna Elementary School Nov. 2, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Vienna Elementary School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Parkersburg High School Nov. 2, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action... READ MORE >

MOVHD offering free COVID testing this weekNov. 2, 2020 PARKERSBURG - The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has announced several opportunities this week for free COVID-19 testing. Wood County Schools was marked Gold on the West Virginia DHHR’s Saturday COVID-19 map, meaning “increased community transmission.” Due to the Gold designation, the local health... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Parkersburg High School Nov. 1, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Franklin Elementary Center Nov. 1, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Franklin Elementary Center. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

Covid Case confirmed at Blennerhassett Elementary Nov. 1, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Blennerhassett Elementary School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Wood County Technical Center Nov. 1, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Wood County Technical Center At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse,... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Williamstown High School Nov. 1, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Williamstown High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

Report cards to be issued Nov. 17 PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has pushed distribution of first semester report cards to Nov. 17. The semester ends Nov. 6 and report cards were planned for Nov. 13, but due to holiday scheduling and technology requirements, the release of the report cards has been rescheduled for Nov. 17. READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Parkersburg South High School Oct. 30, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg South High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 9 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Oct. 30, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/mn3v as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Virtual school packet pickup next week PARKERSBURG - Instructional packets for Wood County Schools students enrolled in WV Learns virtual school will be available beginning Monday (Nov. 2). The packets will be available from 4:30-6 p.m. Monday evening at Wood County Schools Central Office at 1210 13th Street in Parkersburg. The evening hours are being provided... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Jefferson Elementary Center Oct. 30, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Jefferson Elementary Center. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse,... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Edison Middle School Oct. 30, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Edison Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Parkersburg High School Oct. 30, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Parkersburg South High, students asked to attend classes remotely Thursday. Oct. 28, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg South High School. Due to the timing of the information, all students are asked to attend classes remotely on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020. This will allow officials to... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Nov. 2 are now open. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/y2h972kf to pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the following day. Pre-orders are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2. Pre-orders... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Blennerhassett Middle School Oct. 28, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Blennerhassett Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at WCS Transportation DepartmentOct. 28, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Wood County Schools Transportation Department. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school... READ MORE >

Throughout the course of the pandemic, it is crucial that staff and students do not attend work and school when they are experiencing Covid-like symptoms. Please err on the side of caution when experiencing fever, runny nose, nasal congestion, fatigue, muscle aches, cough and/ or sore throat. Stay at home until your symptoms have been determined to be an... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Gihon Elementary SchoolOct. 26, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Gihon Elementary School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action is needed at... READ MORE >

COVID Case confirmed at Parkersburg South High SchoolOct. 26, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg South High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action... READ MORE >

Oct. 23, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Hamilton Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action is needed at this time. However, the Mid-Ohio Valley Health... READ MORE >

Oct. 23, 2020 Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Jackson Middle School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school nurse, no action is needed at this time. However, the Mid-Ohio Valley Health... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 8 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Oct. 23, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/mev0 as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Oct. 27) to discuss the district’s school re-entry plan and approve a 10-year facilities plan. The board meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Jefferson Elementary Center auditorium at 1103 Plum Street in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public, though social distancing... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Oct. 26 are now open. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/y5njmn66 to pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the following day. Pre-orders are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 26.... READ MORE >

Wood BOE moves meetings to Jefferson Elementary PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will temporarily relocate its meetings to allow for more community participation while maintaining social distancing. Beginning Oct. 27, the board will meet in the Jefferson Elementary Center auditorium, located next to the Wood County Schools central office at 1210... READ MORE >

Wood BOE reviewing facilities plan PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education has begun a review of a proposed 10-year facilities plan for Wood County Schools. Officials presented the plan during a public hearing Tuesday evening at Jefferson Elementary Center. The Comprehensive Education Facilities Plan, or CEFP, would help guide facility use from 2020-30,... READ MORE >

For Immediate Release Oct. 20, 2020 COVID case confirmed at Parkersburg High School Wood County Schools has been informed of a positive COVID 19 case at Parkersburg High School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. If you are not contacted by the principal or school... READ MORE >

Oct. 16, 2020 COVID case confirmed at Madison Elementary The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Madison Elementary School. At this time, we have already taken steps to inform individuals that we believe were directly exposed to the positive individual. The Mid-Ohio Valley... READ MORE >

Wood BOE to hold public hearing on facilities plan PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday in special session to consider the district’s proposed facilities plan. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at Jefferson Elementary School in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited. The meeting will be broadcast... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 7 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Oct. 16, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/m6yi as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help... READ MORE >

Individual COVID-19 cases confirmed at Parkersburg South, Williamstown Elementary Oct. 15, 2020 The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Parkersburg South High School and one at Williamstown Elementary School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood... READ MORE >

School re-entry parent and staff survey results released PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has released the summary results for parent and staff school re-entry surveys. The surveys were opened last week and asked parents and staff members to weigh in on the district’s current re-entry format, areas of concern, and preferences for a future re-entry plan. Draft... READ MORE >

PRESS RELEASE Oct. 14, 2020 COVID-19 case confirmed at Williamstown High/Middle SchoolThe Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Williamstown High/Middle School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had... READ MORE >

Officials discuss virtual school, iReady numbers PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook provided several updates during Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Wood County Board of Education. Among the items presented: Recent numbers show 1,658 Wood County Schools students enrolled in the West Virginia Learns online virtual school. Those... READ MORE >

Dental program provides services for Wood Schools students PARKERSBURG - For the past 12 years, Wood County Schools has partnered with the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department to provide free dental services to area students. The Oral Disease Prevention Program (ODPP) is a partnership between the school system and the health department to provide a mobile dental... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Oct. 19 are now open. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/y52hxx5b to pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the following day. Pre-orders are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 19.... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Parkersburg South High School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Parkersburg South High School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the individual... READ MORE >

The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Criss Elementary School. The Mid- Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the individual that tested positive for COVID-19. Any individual(s) that... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 6 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Oct. 9, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/ly2t as a downloadable PDF and through the Wood County Schools app. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help parents... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday to discuss the district’s re-entry plan and a transfer of school property. The board meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the district’s 13th and Plum street offices in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public, though seating is limited. The meeting also will be broadcast online... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Parkersburg High School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Parkersburg High School. At this time, there are no public health recommendations to isolate or quarantine staff and students. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Parkersburg South High School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Parkersburg South High School. At this time, there are no public health recommendations to isolate or quarantine staff and students. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is... READ MORE >

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Jackson STEM class challenges students to find creative solutions VIENNA - A science and engineering class at Jackson Middle School challenges students to solve complex problems in a short amount of time using only their wits and limited resources. The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) program at Jackson Middle teaches science and... READ MORE >

COVID case confirmed at Blennerhassett Elementary The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Blennerhassett Elementary School. The Mid- Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the individual... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 5 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Oct. 2, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/lqo0 as a downloadable PDF. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help parents better navigate the 2020-21 school... READ MORE >

Second COVID case confirmed at Martin Elementary School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Martin Elementary School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the individual... READ MORE >

WV immunization and health exam requirements for school attendance and entry have not changed due to the pandemic. Students enrolled in West Virginia Virtual School must follow the same requirements as brick and mortar students. If your child has not received the immunizations required for entry into WV schools, then you should be working with your primary care... READ MORE >

COVID-19 case confirmed at Mineral Wells Elementary School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Mineral Wells Elementary School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the... READ MORE >

Wood Schools to remain on blended model through October PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools will remain on a blended model of instruction until a new re-entry plan can be reviewed at the end of October. The board voted 4-1 to make no changes in the current plan but to revisit the item at the board’s last meeting in October. Board President Justin Raber voted... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Oct. 5 are now open. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/y7cdczes to pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the following day. Pre-orders are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 5. Pre-orders... READ MORE >

Emerson teacher honored for 39 years of service PARKERSBURG - Retiring teacher Denise Lindamood was honored Tuesday for her 39 years of service at Emerson Elementary School. Hired in 1981, Lindamood has taught first, second and fifth grade classes at Emerson for her entire career, even spending 35 of those 39 years in the same classroom. School and Wood County... READ MORE >

Wood BOE to discuss re-entry plans Wednesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will hold a special meeting Wednesday to discuss the Wood County Schools re-entry plan. The board will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the district’s Central Office at 13th and Plum streets in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public though masks are required and... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 4 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Sept. 25, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/lgc0 as a downloadable PDF. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools app and Live Feed. The newsletter includes information and online links to help parents better navigate the 2020-21 school... READ MORE >

Teachers distribute virtual elementary curriculum PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools began distribution of 900 printed elementary school curriculum packets Friday for Wood County virtual school students. The district set up distribution points at the three public high schools, with each packet containing the first half-semester curriculum for the 2020-21 school... READ MORE >

Williamstown Elementary named 2020 Blue Ribbon School WILLIAMSTOWN - Williamstown Elementary School has been named a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School. Williamstown Elementary was one of 367 public and private schools selected this year by the U.S. Department of Education. The annual awards recognize schools either for high academic achievement or closing the... READ MORE >

Buddy Bag meal pre-orders open PARKERSBURG - Pre-orders for Buddy Bag meals for the week of Sept. 28 are now open. Parents may go to https://tinyurl.com/y4c2e62x to pre-order the meals. Students pick up the meals at the end of the school day, and each contains a breakfast and lunch for the following day. Pre-orders are due by 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 28.... READ MORE >

Wood BOE discusses finances, construction PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education met in regular session Tuesday. Among the items discussed: Finances Finance Director Whitni Kines told board members officials must carefully monitor the district’s finances over the next few months as the COVID-19 pandemic has created several new expenses for Wood... READ MORE >

Wood Schools moves away from color codes PARKERSBURG - To help eliminate confusion, Wood County Schools will no longer use color codes when referring to the format of instruction each week. Instead, the district’s Stoplight System of Green, Yellow and Red will be replaced with “In-person,” “Blended” and “Remote” learning. The shift does not change any of the... READ MORE >

Wood Schools to remain on blended learning format PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education Tuesday agreed to have Wood County Schools continue to operate on a blended learning model. Students will continue to alternate in-person instruction and remote learning, with half of students attending Monday and Wednesday and the other half attending Tuesday and... READ MORE >

Farmers markets pop up at elementary schools PARKERSBURG - Students had the chance to shop for fresh produce at Jefferson Elementary Center Monday as part of the WVU Extension Service’s Pop-up Farmers Market. The market is made available through the extension service’s Family Nutrition Program and is funded by the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation and... READ MORE >

COVID-19 case confirmed at Martin Elementary School The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has notified Wood County Schools of a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 at Martin Elementary School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department is working closely with Wood County Schools to identify any potential persons who may have had close contact with the individual that... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 3 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Sept. 18, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/l5nl as a downloadable PDF or by going to the district’s website at www.woodcountyschoolswv.com and looking under Menu: Our District: WCS Newsletters. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet in regular session Tuesday (Sept. 22) to discuss virtual school and the district’s re-entry plan. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Wood County Schools Central Office on the corner of 13th and Plum streets in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public, though masks... READ MORE >

Wood Schools to continue blended learning PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools will continue its blended learning format next week, with students alternating days in class and working from home. The school system has been operating on the blended model since school began Sept. 8 and will continue the week of Sept. 21, said Superintendent Will Hosaflook. The county... READ MORE >

Martin Elementary principal authors young adult novel PARKERSBURG - A Wood County Schools principal has turned his love of storytelling and events from his own life into a book for young adults. Tom Wheeler, principal of Martin Elementary School in south Parkersburg, is the author of the self-published “Raising a Stink,” a book about small town life colliding... READ MORE >

Motorists reminded: Take care in school zones PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools officials are reminding motorists to take extra time and care during drop-off and pick-up times for students. Though the school system has begun on a staggered schedule this fall, buses are still running every day and many students are walking to school. “It may be an unusual start,... READ MORE >

WCS Newsletter 2 now available The Wood County Schools parent newsletter for Sept. 11, 2020, is available at https://5il.co/kwny as a downloadable PDF or by going to the district’s website at www.woodcountyschoolswv.com and looking under Menu: Our District: WCS Newsletters. A link to the newsletter will be sent out every Friday through the Wood County Schools... READ MORE >

Parent Schoology accounts available Sept. 28Wood County Schools parent Schoology accounts will be available for distribution Sept. 28. Those accounts will allow parents access to student grades. Individual schools will handle distribution of accounts. READ MORE >

Three Wood Schools students named National Merit semifinalists PARKERSBURG - Three Wood County Schools students have been named as 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalists. Cecelia Fatta of Parkersburg High School, Nicholas Murphy of Parkersburg South High School, and Jacob Huggins of Williamstown High School are among 16,000 semifinalists nationwide... READ MORE >

WOOD BOE SEPT 8 2020 PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education met in regular session Tuesday night, the first day students returned to classes. Much of Tuesday’s meeting focused on the first day of school of the district’s re-entry plan, as well as future areas of discussion. Among the topics discussed Tuesday: Superintendent Will Hosaflook gave a... READ MORE >

Wood Schools students win CMTA Energy Art Contest PARKERSBURG - CMTA Energy Solutions has announced the winners of the Wood County Schools Energy Art Contest. The winners were announced at Tuesday’s Wood County Board of Education meeting. The winner of the Light Switch Cover Contest was Madison Archer, a seventh-grade student at Edison Middle School. Archer’s... READ MORE >

Welcome to Schoology.Wood County Schools has been working diligently to adapt to a quickly changing environment. We have partnered with PowerSchool, the creator of Schoology Student Learning Management System (LMS). This system acts as a social networking service and a virtual learning environment for our K-12 students and their parents. It allows educators to... READ MORE >

Free SAT exam open to seniors this month PARKERSBURG - The SAT exam will be provided free of charge to Wood County Schools seniors this month after COVID-19 forced the cancellation of spring testing for juniors. The West Virginia Department of Education announced in May the exam would be provided Sept. 23 free of charge to seniors. The SAT is used as the state... READ MORE >

Wood BOE meets Tuesday PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education will meet Tuesday (Sept. 8) in regular session . The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Wood County Schools Central Office on the corner of 13th and Plum streets in Parkersburg. The meeting is open to the public, though masks are required and social distancing will be... READ MORE >

WCS creates parent newsletter PARKERSBURG - Wood County Schools has created a weekly newsletter to keep parents and community members updated during the coming school year. The first newsletter was published Friday as a downloadable PDF and can be found at https://5il.co/kla5 or by going to the district’s website at www.woodcountyschoolswv.com and looking under... READ MORE >

Highmark donates protective equipment to Wood County Schools PARKERSBURG - Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia has announced a donation of personal protective equipment for Wood County Schools students and staff. On Wednesday, Highmark President James Fawcett met with Wood County Schools Superintendent Will Hosaflook to announce the donation. The... READ MORE >

Wood Schools iPad distribution begins PARKERSBURG – Despite a rainy start to the week, officials Monday distributed the first of thousands of student iPads to area families. Distribution will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at each school with pickups available Monday and Wednesday for students whose last names begin with the letters A-K, and on Tuesday and... READ MORE >

Wood Schools iPad distribution begins Monday PARKERSBURG – Wood County Schools will begin distributing thousands of student iPads to families next week in preparation of the 2020-21 school year. Students return to classes Sept. 8 on a staggered schedule, which includes instruction five days a week. Students attend on campus two (2) days per week and engage... READ MORE >

Wood BOE discusses upcoming school year PARKERSBURG – The Wood County Board of Education met Tuesday night to receive updates on Wood County Schools’ fall reopening plans and online programs. Teachers and personnel returned to schools this week and students will begin classes Sept. 8. As part of the school system’s COVID-19 re-entry plan, the first three... READ MORE >

In an effort to keep sick people from entering our schools, we are requiring all staff and parents of students to perform a daily health screening at home before coming or sending students to school. The screening includes a temperature check, a review of possible symptoms, and two questions about possible exposure to Covid-19. The Covid-19 Health Screening... READ MORE >

We have been doing our best to plan for a safe return to school for all staff and students. Our plans rely on everyone doing their part to keep each other safe. Anyone who can wear a face covering is required to do so. If you are the parent of a PreK-2nd grade student, please be working with your child to learn how to wear and tolerate a face covering. Face... READ MORE >

Back To School Curbside Meal Pick-up For all Wood County School System Students 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Monday, August 24th – Thursday, September 3rd Pick up one breakfast and one lunch each week day. No more than 4 meals per vehicle if students are not present! Pre-Order Meals @ www.woodcountyschoolswv.com Located under “Wellness” Pre-orders will... READ MORE >

Working with CMTA Energy Solutions, Wood County Schools is in the process of implementing a comprehensive Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract (GESC) designed to increase the quality of the classroom learning environment and save utility costs. Part of this project includes substantial renovations at Jackson and Hamilton Middle Schools including new windows, new... READ MORE >

iPad Rollout Schedule Wood County Schools will provide iPads to students in grades Kindergarten – 12. IPads will be distributed August 31 – September 3; parents/guardians must accompany students to pick up iPads from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, following this schedule: August 31: Students with last names A-K September 1: Students with last names L-Z September 2:... READ MORE >

To review the Wood County Schools 2020 re-entry plan - click here To review the Wood County Schools 2020 re-entry summary -click here To provide feedback on the re-entry plan - click here READ MORE >

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Wood County Schools offers a world class education both physically and virtually. Our goal is to assist you in making your dreams become a reality through courses that will prepare you for your journey. Wood County Schools utilizes West Virginia Virtual School with West Virginia teachers teaching West Virginia standards. Learn more and see if virtual is right... READ MORE >

Search for Wood County Schools and download the WCS app today! Search for Wood County Schools and look for the silver "W" with a black background. Find your child's school and get update-to-date information as released on your phone!https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wood-county-schools-wv/id1517049731 READ MORE >

Every Tuesday Wood County Schools' students can stop by their school and pick up a book to keep from 9 AM - 3 PM! Our summer book distribution is every Tuesday from June 9 - July 28, 2020. READ MORE >

Students who have an electronic device but do not have internet access, may go to any school campus between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., to use the guest Wi-Fi network outside the school building. Guest username: students Password: woodcountylearn Please follow social distancing guidance while utilizing internet on school campuses. READ MORE >