We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate with Mannington Middle School students as they kick off Red Ribbon Week.










We train. We try. We triumph. We kick off Red Ribbon Week at Rivesville Elementary/Middle School.








We train. We try. We triumph. We give a shout out to the West Side in Week 4 of Change Your State Competition, sponsored by WVU Hospitals and Healthy Harrison, to promote healthy choices and mindsets.


We train. We try. We triumph. Week 4 of Change Your State Winners from East Fairmont Middle are on the charts with the East Side coming in strong! The competition between East and West Fairmont Middle School is sponsored by WVU Hospitals and Healthy Harrison.

We train. We try. We triumph. Marion County Teachers presenting their science and ELA lessons to the WV State Science Conference. They were amazing and raised there ELA scores by 20% by teaching the science and social studies text sets during ELA time.



We train. We try. We triumph. Monongah Fire Department teaches safety practices, explains the job of a firefighter , demonstrates tools used daily to help their community at Monongah Elementary.










Sign ups for the 2025-2026 wrestling season are now open!
Season Details:
Who: Students ages 4 - 12 Years Old
When: Practices begins Monday, November 10th (advanced skill), Tuesday, November 18th (beginner skill)
Where: Practices held at the Fairmont Senior High School Gym at 6pm. 1 Loop Park Dr, Fairmont, WV 26554
Cost: $65 registration fee
No Experience Needed: Beginners are welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach skills, sportsmanship, and safety.
How to Sign Up:
Attend the parent information meeting on Tuesday, November 18th to learn more and meet the coaches.
Questions? Contact coach Jeremy Ammons at 304-694-0507 (jeremyammons1@gmail.com), coach Aric Naternicola at 304-216-0430 (aric.naternicola@gmail.com) or coach Arun Magic at 304-657-7611 (montville305@aol.com).

We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate Lights on Afterschool with visits from DNR & Fairmont Fire Department (drone, K-9, fire safety, and decorated light bulbs). This campaign raises the awareness about the importance of afterschool programs at our three elementary sites.






We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate Red Ribbon Week. "Will the real Mr. Coleman please stand up?" Fairview Elementary with "twin day" as staff dressed up as Principal Coleman and a promise to keep friends off drugs!


We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate bringing together students, families and the community at East Fairmont Middle School Trunk or Treat. 🎃










We train. We try. We triumph. 📬✨Blackshere Elementary's 2nd graders had a special visit from the Mannington Postmaster today! Students learned all about how mail is sorted, stamped, and delivered — and even got to mail letters to themselves! 💌 They can’t wait to check their mailboxes soon and see their own letters arrive. What a fun and meaningful way to learn about writing, addressing envelopes, and how our postal system works!






We train. We try. We triumph. Barrackville Pre-K and Kindergarten engaged in a variety of hands-on activities both in the classroom and aboard the STEAM Bus, exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, literacy, and math through interactive learning experiences.










We train. We try. We triumph. Congratulations to East Fairmont High School, honored as one of only seventy-one high schools recognized as 2025 Champion of College Access and Success.


We train. We try. We triumph. Fairview Elementary combined safety and s'mores for a Title I parent training. Families learned about bus and fire safety from local community members.








We train. We try. We triumph. 🎃 Blackshere Elementary's first-ever Pumpkin Drop was a huge success as families designed some amazing contraptions that did an awesome job protecting their pumpkins. A big thank you to the Mannington Volunteer Fire Department for helping make this event possible 🚒👏 Blessed with wonderful community support for students.










We train. We try. We triumph. 🎃 Boo to Boredom Family Night 👻 at Blackshere Elementary tonight. Family participation and energy made the evening a huge success with laughing, learning, and making memories together! 💛🖤 #BlacksherePride #BooToBoredom #FamilyFunNight










We train. We try. We triumph. Kickoff to Marion County Schools Healthy Grandfamilies Lunch and Learn with a focus on information about attendance and the IEP/504 process for attendees.


We train. We try. We triumph. Congratulations to Fairmont Senior High School, honored in Charleston today as two of only seventy-one high schools recognized as 2025 Champion of College Access and Success.


We train. We try. We triumph. Building Skills for the Future! Several special educators and their classroom aides are spending the day participating in Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) training! The PAES curriculum helps students explore different career areas, learn hands-on job skills, and discover their strengths and interests — all in a fun, engaging way. We celebrate our staff for their continued dedication to helping every student grow, learn, and prepare for life beyond the classroom!




Marion County Schools is honored to host Ginny Milsap, Communities In Schools WV Regional Specialist, and CIS coordinators from across the region today. To learn more about CIS and the supports in our schools: https://wvde.us/student-support-wellness/communities-schools


