Marion County Schools

There weren't many dry eyes in the house as Bus Operator Charles Lettrick was presented with an “Acts of Kindness Award” by Superintendent Dr. Heston and the Board of Education tonight. Lettrick was recognized based upon the praise from East Fairmont Middle School Special Educator Rhonda Reed, who described him as "a gentleman who has impressed me with his positive attitude and willingness to pitch in when help is needed. He has consistently performed above and beyond for the students so they can practice their communication skills in more natural settings, experience new environments, and apply classroom learning to real-world situations. Chuck's unwavering dedication to students is remarkable. He deserves to be recognized for his teamwork."

Recognizing excellence! Tonight the Marion County Board of Education recognized members of the East Fairmont High School Girls Soccer Team and Coach Wright. The 2-time State Championship Team in 2024 and 2025 and WVSSAC Coach of the Year Wright, who has 158 wins, 3 sectional and 2 regional championships as well, calls the word "dynasty" and "symphony at play" to mind among many.

Marion County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule Tuesday, December 2, 2025.

Santa, with a little help from Marion County Schools Transportation Department, spread cheer on this December 1st by dropping by the Board of Education meeting to show off the work of the elves to decorate the MCS school bus that will appear in parades during the holiday season.

We train. We try. We triumph. Erin Aguilar, behavior support specialist, presented on Tier 2 interventions at Rivesville Elementary/Middle as the school kicks off a PBIS Tier 2 initiative in staff training today.

We train. We try. We triumph. June Haught, Child Nutrition Director, met with East Fairmont High School faculty and staff this morning to discuss reimbursable meals when utilizing the “offer vs. serve” model.

Blessings and Thanksgiving. The Marion County Schools Communities In Schools WV site coordinators, in collaboration with Marion County Child Nutrition Department, meet the immediate needs of families across our county. Most recently, coordinators organized and delivered food baskets to 27 families, ensuring students had access to stable meals throughout the holiday break. In addition, the coordinators partnered with generous local bussinesses and supporters, Dan Cava, Toothman & Sowers Ford, Leslie Equipment Co., Cathie and David Metheny, Cindy and John Toothman, and Sharon DeLorenzo. Their contributions provided Cracker Barrel meal vouchers to families experiencing benefit disruptions or simply needing extra support this season, helping ensure every family could enjoy a warm holiday meal. We are deeply grateful for the Marion County businesses, community members, and friends who continue to stand beside our students and families. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference.

We train. We try. We triumph. "We are Marshall." These 16 students (two not pictured) of the Fairmont Junior Band Alliance (WFMS & Rivesville) participated in the Marshall University Middle School Honor Band, consisting of approximately 300 middle school students from West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. They’re the only students from Marion County at the event. These students had the pleasure of visiting the Memorial Fountain for the plane crash victims of the 1970 MU Football Team, Staff, and Boosters.

As we strive to address the statewide shortage of Substitute Bus Operators, Marion County Schools will offer our fourth Come Drive A Bus on Saturday, December 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Fairmont Senior High School Freshman Building Parking Lot.

We train. We try. We triumph. We encourage our classroom experts to share their expertise as Mark Fisher, Tile I Facilitator at Monongah Elementary School, co-presented at the 69th Annual West Virginia Reading Conference with Dr. Candance Moench. Their session, Stepping into a Picture: “You Have Been Graciously Asked to Join Us”, threaded reading and writing together while complementing viewing, visually representing, talking, and listening.

We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate East Park School Science Fair winners, who are moving on to the county competition. 3rd Place -Kaelen Kraycar 2nd Place - Hayden Maltba 1st Place -Subinaya Sedai, Amelia Luczko, Briella Clutter

We train. We try. We triumph. We are in tune with the Rivesville Middle School Band, which visited the historic Robinson Grand Theater to see arts in action and the WV Symphony Orchestra.

We train. We try. We triumph. Mannington Middle School celebrates the arts as 7th & 8th grade visited the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center to see The West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, which performed a Young People's Concert called Building the Orchestra.

We train. We try. We triumph. We celebrate the behavior and Mountaineer Spirit 💙💛 of the Mannington Middle School Gators 🐊 today at WVU Women's Basketball's Education Day and win!

A special thank you to Watson Elementary Communities in Schools Program WV, donors, and CIS Coordinator Stacey Spatafore for bringing blessings to Watson families this Thanksgiving.

The Fairmont Senior High School Polar Bears Cheerleaders hit the mat at States tonight.

On November 18, 2025, the final day of National Community Foundation Week, YCF distributed 123 grants totaling over $300,000! Grants ranged from $325 to $25,000 and support many community programs, schools, services, and initiatives across Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, and Taylor Counties. Congratulations to our Marion County Schools teachers and mini-grant recipients: 🙌🏻Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Joshua McCartney, Outdoor Gaga Pit Allyson Perry, Technology Integration in the English Language Arts/Social Studies Classroom 🙌🏻East Dale Elementary School Rachel Kellar, Buzzing Into Learning: Using Bee-Bots Across the Curriculum Debra Wilson, Cultivating Curiosity: Expanding Our Garden Hydroponic Lab with Vegetable and Flower Pods 🙌🏻East Fairmont Middle School — Margie Suder, First Aid Training 🙌🏻Fairview Elementary School — Amanda Simons, Holidays Around the World 🙌🏻Fairview Middle School Danielle Ullman, Strumming for Success! Classroom Ukuleles Ryan Ullman, Global Beats for Young Musicians 🙌🏻Monongah Elementary School — Connie Boggs, Library Treasure Hunt 🙌🏻Monongah Middle School Jessica Greaser, Classroom Start-Up Jennifer Green, Fidgets for Focus Amie Marchesani, Landmarks and Lives: A Country Showcase Janie Moore, Financial Foundations for Future Success Anna Sherfinski, Black Coal and Red Bandanas Classroom Set Kristin Suplita, Creating Calm Dorothea Tustin, Supporting Focus and Engagement with Sensory Tools for ADHS Students Andrew Weekley, Reading Plays and Solving Puzzles 🙌🏻Watson Elementary School Stephanie Ashley, Outdoor Weather Station Christina Dennis, From Bricks to Bridges with Three Billy Goats Gruff Stacey Spadafore, Daily Difference Maker Club West Fairmont Middle School Josh Tharp, Percussion Storage Project Stephanie Tomana, Science Fair & Quiz Bowl

We train. We try. We triumph. Fairview Elementary School had a Title I training about having good character. Community members attended to share their thoughts with the families. Carolyn Peluso Atkins, an author who resides in Morgantown, donated copies of her book, Living Life the West Virginia Way, to the school.

We train. We try. We triumph. Jayenne Elementary celebrates a collaboration with WVU Extension and Kindergarteners as they enjoyed a visit from Jacob with WVU Extension. Students learned about germs and the importance of hand washing and good hygiene.

We train. We try. We triumph. We utilize the best practices of our teaching experts to support and train teachers in Advanced Individualized Training: Enhancing Numeracy Through Small Group Instruction. This training was facilitated by Ms. Myers and Ms. Kettler.