Finding a hidden talent: It is by trying that we find unknown talents like this West Fairmont Middle School student, who visited FSU Academy of the Arts during Summer SOLE today.
How do you see yourself? Students at Barrackville, Mannington, Monongah, and Rivesville middle schools used art as a tool for self expression as they visited Fairmont State University Academy of the Arts today during Summer SOLE.
Leaving their mark and learning about the integration of art in the learning process. West Fairmont Middle School Summer SOLE students visited Fairmont State University Academy for the Arts today.
There are pools filled with fun and learning, and students at Blackshere Elementary are taking a dip today in Summer SOLE.
Working together to reflect upon school safety and security needs, Sheriff Riffle and Dir. of Homeland Security and Management Chris McIntire coordinated with police officers and emergency responders of White Hall and City of Fairmont, MC administration to begin safety reviews at each MCS facility.
Fairview Elementary’s Camp Honsaker enjoys a trip to the local public library.
Fairview Elementary’s Camp Fairview Indians sings the theme song, We Are The Indians!
Fairview Elementary’s Camp Simons finishes and displays their rain sticks.
Fairview Elementary’s Camp Morris shares nature collages after completing a nature walk.
Reading by the camp fire and finding a forest of possibilities in a book and more at Jayenne Elementary’s Summer SOLE program today.
Thank you to the Marion County Public Library for “making a splash” at Monongah Elementary today as students learn about the importance of play intermixed with Summer SOLE programming in reading, writing, math.
Enjoying some magical treats to go along with the "Reading is Magical" theme at Blackshere Elementary Summer SOLE.
Judge Rodney Merrifield Swearing in of Oath for the new Marion County Board Member George Boyles!
Building relationships and school pride alongside the recovery of math, reading, and writing skills are the focus of Summer SOLE activities today at White Hall.
Explorers Among Us! Barrackville Summer SOLE is rocking it out of this world. They did a Space theme and lots of STEAM activities to integrate reaching, math and science.
Sign up for the Bob DeVaul Memorial Basketball Clinic and Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s on July 9, 9-1 at NMHS. Registration is open to any youth in K-5th grade. The camp is absolutely free and participants will be doing drills with legendary basketball players. If you don't sign up in advance, it will be a $20 fee at the gate to do the camp in the morning. See https://forms.gle/qtmUNyhSkJCm9PVi8. The afternoon events (3 Point Shootout, Dunk Contest, & Celebrity Game) will be free for kids k-12th grade. All-star game with former WVU and Globetrotters playing to follow. Adults will be charged $5 to enter these events.
There’s something special that happens every year for the past nearly 5 decades right here in Marion County in Fairview, WV. Superintendent Dr. Hage served as keynote in this year’s celebration of The American Spirit. “Nothing happens in isolation…We are all part of a larger stream of events, past, present, and future. We are all the beneficiaries of those who went before us--who built the cathedrals, who braved the unknown, who gave of their time and service, and who kept faith in the possibilities of the mind and the human spirit.” - McCullough
It’s always time for an art break! Ms. Adkins and Mr. Retton complete an art project with students, using string and paint, during summer programming today.
Applications are Open!🎉
Follow this link to our website for more information on how you or
someone you know can get involved with Flipside at your school!
https://www.tvunitedway.org/careers
Flipside is an after-school program
developed by Tygart Valley United Way
for middle school students in Marion and Taylor counties! Every day, students will receive a hot meal, homework help, opportunities for physical activity, as well as access to other artistic and scientific activities.
The Flipside AmeriCorps program allows you to get hands-on experience working with the program, which serving your country through AmeriCorps! The program also offers opportunities for full-time and part-time placements. Please help spread the word to anyone you think might be interested in serving with Flipside and AmeriCorps!
Questions or need more information?
Flipside Afterschool Program
Shannon Yost, Flipside Program Director
shannon@tvunitedway.org
304-366-4550, Ext. 104
AmeriCorps Program
Joseph Solberg, Finance and Grants Director
joseph@tvunitedway.org
304-366-4550, Ext. 105
