Congratulations to the staff, students, and families of a 2026 Exemplary Practice School for Attendance, Jayenne Elementary School, as they were recognized today by the West Virginia Board of Education and State Superintendent Blatt.
SpaceTrek is a residential summer program in space systems engineering designed for young women entering 9th–12th grade or enrolling as first-year college students. The program offers immersive, hands-on experiences in aerospace engineering, satellite technology, and related STEM disciplines—providing an unparalleled opportunity to learn in a university environment while preparing for future careers in the space and technology sectors.
The 2026 SpaceTrek Program will be hosted at West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) in Buckhannon, West Virginia, and will take place July 12–25, 2026.
GREAT NEWS!! SpaceTrek WV Applications are OPEN!! SpaceTrek has partnered with TMC Technologies to bring the program to WV Wesleyan College this summer!
Program dates: July 12 – 25🔭
Requirements: Applications open to young women in rising 9th–12th grade or rising college freshmen who have successfully completed Algebra 1.
Program cost: $1000 – Scholarships & Financial Aid are available to ALL STUDENTS.
Applications are DUE on May 15th! 🛸
Learn more about the program and APPLY NOW: www.moreheadstate.edu/spacetrek
🪐Combining immersive instruction on space systems engineering, confidence-building leadership training, and a lifelong community of innovation, SpaceTrek has long been trusted to set the foundation and inspire the next generation of women to reach for the stars in STEM and aerospace fields throughout Appalachia!
2025-26 Calendar Reminder for Marion County Schools: Students and staff are on Spring Break from April 3 through 10. Staff return for a Professional Learning Day for necessary meetings and training on Monday, April 13, 2026. We welcome all students back from break on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
If you know a teacher currently working in Marion County Schools who demonstrates exceptional impact, leadership, and dedication to students, we invite you to nominate them via this survey.
These teachers exemplify the qualities of a West Virginia Teacher of the Year candidate:
✔️Expert in their field who advances growth for students of all backgrounds and abilities
✔️Builds strong, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues
✔️Connects classroom learning to the community in meaningful ways
✔️Demonstrates innovation and a commitment to continuous learning
Communicates clearly and inspires others through their work
To nominate a teacher as 2026 Marion County Teacher of the Year, please go to https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNarW4rw29CXZNjaBfHKWiOzdUODRVT0s3TUlISUMyVURIWFRRRFU3NzU3UC4u or use the QR Code.
Our service personnel are essential to the success of Marion County Schools. From transportation and maintenance to custodial, food service, secretarial, aides, and beyond—these individuals ensure our schools run safely, efficiently, and with care for students every day.
We invite you to recognize a service employee who goes above and beyond and exemplifies excellence in their role.
Outstanding service personnel:
📍Demonstrate dedication, reliability, and professionalism in their work
📍Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families
📍Contribute to a safe, welcoming, and supportive school environment
📍Take initiative and show pride in their work
📍Positively impact students and the overall school community
Please make your nomination for 2026 Marion County Schools Service Personnel of the Year at https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNarW4rw29CXZNjaBfHKWiOzdUMDEyRjJHOUk2SVJVT01WRUpVVDIyNzNQNi4u or use the QR Code.
Transportation Update April 2, 2026: Bus 31, serving Fairmont Senior High and White Hall, will not run AM and PM runs.
Transportation Update for April 2, 2026: Bus 22, serving East Fairmont High, East Fairmont Middle, East Park, East Dale and Pleasant Valley, will not run AM and PM runs.
Transportation Update for April 1, 2026: Bus 85, serving Fairmont Senior High School and Rivesville Elementary/Middle will not run AM and PM runs.
Transportation Update for March 31, 2026: Bus 108, serving Fairmont Senior, West Fairmont Middle, and Watson will not run AM and PM runs.
What a great celebration of STEAM and CTE in Marion County Schools today at the 2nd Annual STEAM/CTE Festival! It was motivating to witness families and students and the community discussing dreams and working together, with the support of so many experts, in Marion County Schools and beyond, to make it happen.
Join Marion County Schools for the STEAM & CTE Festival tomorrow, Saturday, March 28th from 9 AM to 1 PM at the joint campuses of Marion County Technical Center and North Marion High School! This exciting event features incredible exhibitors like WVU Architecture, the Bookmobile, Zoo in the Classroom, and much more! Experience hands-on activities like flying drones, programming robots, and exploring career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Come out and craft something new with the makerspace technology of 3D printing pens, laser engravers, and cardboard cutters. Discover Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways our state has to offer! Pre-register by Friday, March 27th at 3 PM to secure your spot and skip the lines! On-site registration will also be available. For more details, including the event program, parking information, and pre-registration, visit: https://www.marionboe.com/o/mcs/page/steam-cte. Don't miss out on this fun and educational event! We can't wait to see you there!
CONGRATULATIONS TO MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS BANDS WHO PARTICIPATED IN DAY 2 OF THE WVSSAC REGION BAND FESTIVAL AND BROUGHT BACK RATINGS FOR WHiCH WE ARE SO PROUD! 💛East Fairmont Middle - Excellent rating ♥️Monongah Middle - Excellent rating ♥️Fairview Middle - Superior rating ♥️Rivesville - Superior rating 💙West Fairmont Middle - Superior rating
This month, Marion County Girl Scout and Fairmont Senior High School Student Emma O. was one of 20 Girl Scouts nationally to be chosen to represent at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, joining voices from around the world to learn, connect and advocate for girls. She spent a week in New York City and had various experiences as part of this journey. We are proud of Emma, her student leadership and representation of Marion County Schools nationally.
Transportation Update for March 27, 2026: Bus 70, serving North Marion High, Blackshere, Mannington Middle, Fairview Elementary and Fairview Middle, will not run AM or PM runs.
Transportation Update for March 27, 2026: Bus 68 and Bus 57, serving East Fairmont High, East Fairmont Middle, and East Dale, will not run AM or PM runs.
Congratulations to Fairview Middle School's 7th and 8th grade bands and the Superior Rating all the way across on the second day of the WVSSAC Region Band Festival today. ♥️🎵🎶🎼
CONGRATULATIONS TO MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS BANDS WHO PARTICIPATED IN DAY 1 OF THE WVSSAC REGION BAND FESTIVAL AND BROUGHT BACK RATINGS FOR WHiCH WE ARE SO PROUD! 🎼🎶🎵
💙Barrackville Middle School - Superior Rating
💚Mannington Middle School- Superior Rating
💙West Fairmont Middle School - Superior Rating
💛East Fairmont High School - Superior Rating
💙Fairmont Senior High School - Superior Rating
🖤North Marion High School - Excellent Rating
Transportation Update for March 26, 2026: Bus 68, serving East Fairmont High, East Fairnont Middle, and East Dale, will not run AM and PM runs.
Transportation Update for March 26, 2026: Bus 92, serving North Marion High, Monongah Middle, and Monongah Elementary, will not run AM and PM runs.
Join Marion County Schools for the STEAM & CTE Festival March 28th from 9 AM to 1 PM at the joint campuses of Marion County Technical Center and North Marion High School! This exciting event features incredible exhibitors like WVU Architecture, the Bookmobile, Zoo in the Classroom, and much more! Experience hands-on activities like flying drones, programming robots, and exploring career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Come out and craft something new with the makerspace technology of 3D printing pens, laser engravers, and cardboard cutters. Discover Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways our state has to offer! Pre-register by Friday, March 27th at 3 PM to secure your spot and skip the lines! On-site registration will also be available. For more details, including the event program, parking information, and pre-registration, visit: https://www.marionboe.com/o/mcs/page/steam-cte. Don't miss out on this fun and educational event! We can't wait to see you there!"