Connecting Our New Teachers to MCS: New teachers receive a laptop, and each MCS teacher exchanges this laptop every 3 years. The MCS technicians and Tara Stanley, secretary, assist new teachers with logins today. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Welcome to the Marion County Schools Team: The two-day New Teacher Academy kicks off today as Patti Zapach, MCS secretary, signs in one of nearly 40 new teachers to Marion County this year. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Shout out to Keith Davis, who was on the spot this Saturday to check out the hot spot at the Farmington Community Building when MCS heard there was a concern. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Renowned community servant, Executive Vice President of Davis & Elkins College and 1986 graduate of East Fairmont High School Rosemary Thomas reminds students and staff to “not sit on the sidelines” and “leave it all on the field” at https://5il.co/x62u #MCSgetbackinthegame
Working to make the flow of traffic better at East Dale Elementary School for busses snd parents exiting through the current entrance to the campus: Transportation Department Mechanic Larry Stewart assists with creating greater visibility.
The Marion County Health Department, along with MCS Head Nurse Mandy Boylen, answer questions and speak with student-athletes at North Marion High School today about vaccinations preventative measures against COVID-19 and variants. #MCSgetbackinthegame
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Short break for a book? MVB Bank offers Read Aloud Virtual Library as part of the FDIC Money Smart Program. Lesson 3: Weighing Needs and Wants. See If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Written by Laura Joffe Numeroff and Illustrated by Felicia Bond at https://youtu.be/2kC-HIS05tQ.
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We are eager to begin the school year on August 24th for grades 1-12. MCS most important objectives are the learning, safety, and well-being of your children.
The majority of our staff return on August 18. Thank you for your patience as our staff are on trainings until August 21st. These trainings are imperative to the teaching and implementation of polices for the new school year. Please download the MCS app or check your school’s social media for any updates as we move closer.
Please be patient if your child’s school has not contacted you via personal phone call. We all care about our students, and each school will return your calls or concerns as soon as they are back in their school buildings and have been trained to provide even better learning to your child. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Reflecting upon our “why” we do what we do, we are what we consume, serving others, and “leaders eat last,” MCS principals kick off a meeting today with author Simon Sinek’s philosophies “on a plate” as we approach 2021-22 decision-making as leaders. #MCSgetbackinthegame
So much wisdom for all ages from a children’s book author. Remember reading to or with your child 20 minutes a day is so important for so many reasons. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Homeschool, virtual, homebound, or child age 1-4 years old who lives in MC in 2021-22 school year? Complete the form to have a 5-day shelf-stable meal box delivered to your door step, free of charge. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNap_zqJTflyJPoEptddhfLbhUNExaMkVWU0I5UDRSTVdCRzRCVTc1RjhUWS4u
Llyod White from the Marion County Health Department and MCS Head Nurse Mandy Boylen answer questions from FSHS student-athletes about vaccinations and mask recommendations, #MCSgetbackinthegame
Connecting reading and writing for phonics instruction and weaving social emotional learning deeper into the classroom: Team of MCS teachers reflects on tools and techniques to strengthen instruction in two of the greatest needs. Getting better and stronger every day!
Spreading Information and Awareness: Athletic Director James Beckman, MCS Head Nurse Mandy Boylen, and Lloyd White from the Marion County Health Department speak to the Fall athletes at East Fairmont High School today. #MCSgetbackinthegame
How to Get Back in the Game: Students entering/returning to Marion County Schools from Homeschool must complete the enrollment process at the school in their attendance zone. New Student Registration and Open House dates are listed here:
MCS Positive Behavior Support Teams working with WV mental health technical assistance team to reflect on school plans to support student behavior. All MCS have PBIS teams. #MCSgetbackinthegame
"Patient Endurance!" From the hardwood of gyms in MCS to UNC player, grad, and member of the coaching staff, North Marion grad Jessica Sell talks encouragement, perseverance, support systems, and fresh start as we "get back in the game" https://5il.co/wy1f #MCSgetbackinthegame
"COVID-19 is here. How long it stays is up to us." In coming days, Marion County Health Department Administrator Lloyd White will be speaking with MCS student-athletes and staff about what we all can do to prevent the spread: https://5il.co/wy1p #MCSgetbackinthegame
