Tune In! as our collaborative Pre-K partners, Heart Junction, did a study on community helpers. They invited people into the Pre-K classroom to help students learn and grow.
Tune In! Building a Bridge between Fairview Middle and Elementary!
Three of Fairview Middle students presented a story to the elementary students during the Indian Discovery Walk and gave them a token to remember the “Trail of Tears.”
Turn It Up! Excitement is mounting for the annual Harvest Festival on November 2nd at Fairview Middle School as 5th grade art students had the opportunity to have their peers try out their games and receive feedback on suggestions for improvement. Who won the Best of Show Vote?
Congratulations to Marion County Schools Supervisor of Pupil Services Dr. Christina Hare and Principal Travus Oates for securing one of eight $250,000 grants for Elementary Alternative Education. The WVDE Office of Safety and Tiered Support Systems announced the recipients today. These awards help 8 counties establish strong multi-tiered systems of support to address advancing and critical needs of elementary students.
The Marion County Public Library announces a Financial Aid 101 Workshop. See more below.
Tune In! as students talk life skills with Cheyann of the Disability Action Center today at Barnes Learning Center.
Last year Davis and Elkins College awarded over $3 Million in Scholarships to West Virginia Students. The emerging leaders Scholarship is only available to West Virginia Students.
Tune In! as Fairview Elementary School families had a fun time learning math concepts with classroom teachers at the school during a parent event.
Turn It Up! with Ms. Hannah, the art teacher at East Dale Elementary, who proudly displays the work of her students at the county office today for a showcase of student talent.
Due to a water line break and boil water advisory, students will not report to school at Watson Elementary School Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Marion County Schools principals Tuned In! today to experience flight from the perspective of a student who participates in STEM Flights. The national non-profit provides middle and high school students with a customized STEM lesson and personal flight experience with a pilot.
Turn It Up! and represent Marion County Schools in this area production of Guys and Dolls. Congratulations to our hometown ⭐️ s, Olivia Boddy from West Fairmont Middle School and Savannah Farcin from East Fairmont Middle School.
October is Alpha Delta Kappa Month in Marion County Schools as proclaimed by the Marion County Board of Education and Supetintendent Dr. Heston tonight.
**WHEREAS,** Alpha Delta Kappa is an international honorary organization of women educators dedicated to educational excellence, altruism, and world understanding through its mission of recognizing and supporting outstanding educators, and
**WHEREAS,** Alpha Delta Kappa members are leaders in education, inspiring students, contributing to their communities, and upholding the highest standards of professional excellence, and
**WHEREAS,** The Marion County Board of Education recognizes the vital role that Alpha Delta Kappa plays in promoting professional growth, leadership development, and fellowship among its members, and
**WHEREAS,** The Board is committed to supporting the work of Alpha Delta Kappa in advancing the cause of education, encouraging community service, and fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement in education, and
**WHEREAS,** The values of Alpha Delta Kappa align with the Marion County Board of Education’s commitment to nurturing a culture of educational excellence, equity, and opportunity for all students, and
**WHEREAS,** The month of October has been designated to celebrate the outstanding contributions of Alpha Delta Kappa members to the education profession and their communities, and
**NOW, THEREFORE,** Be it resolved that the Marion County Board of Education, with the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Donna Heston, hereby proclaims the month of October 2024 as "Alpha Delta Kappa Month” in recognition of the organization's dedication to advancing education and its commitment to the betterment of schools, students, and communities, and
**BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED** that the Marion County Board of Education pledges to continue supporting Alpha Delta Kappa and its members in their ongoing efforts to promote educational excellence, service to the community, and professional growth.
Signed this 7th day of October 2024, by Dr. Donna Heston, Superintendent of Marion County Schools
George Boyles, President
Turn It Up! as Barrackville student Frankie Mileto shares her experiences at the recent Girls in Aviation Day with board of education members and Superintendent Dr. Heston tonight.
Tune In! as Mannington Middle School's students and staff participate in North Marion High School's spirit week Day 1 as they reverse roles. Staff were students and students were staff for the day.
Turn It On! at 21stCCLC After School Program's Karate Class at East Park tonight!
Today, on World Teacher Day, we celebrate our talented, experts in Marion County Schools on World Teacher's Day.
Tune In! to see the Marion County Schools STEAM Bus in Mrs. Hayes' Barrackville Kindergarten class with Iggy Peck the Architect and using STEM BINS to build bridges!
Turn It Up! as we congratulate Mrs. Spicher, who currently teaches WVU Dual Credit Biology, Honors Biology, and Anatomy and Physiology at North Marion High School. She was recently awarded a large grant from Howard and Leslie Clark and the Clark Opportunity Foundation to provide lab equipment and supplies for student taking her Biology 101 and Biology 102 classes. The Clark Opportunity Foundation also pays tuition for students enrolled in these courses. Mrs. Spicher and North Marion High School are grateful for the ongoing support provided by the Clark Opportunity Foundation.
Transportation Update:: Bus 47 serving the Fairmont Senior and North Marion Attendance area will not run its AM and PM routes Friday, October 4, 2024. It serves West Fairmont Middle School, Jayenne, and Barrackville.