The forecast calls for a deep freeze! Let's cool off the competition in Charleston, Fairmont Senior!








Turn It Up! There are State Champion wrestlers in the house! The Marion County Board of Education recognized Blake Ringer (EFHS), Tony Preolitti (EFHS), and Max Fortier (FSHS) tonight for recent State titles. Fortier and Ringer are 2-time State Champions. FSHS placed 4th overall.


Join us for the STEAM & CTE Festival March 22, 9 AM to 1 PM, at the Marion County Schools STEAM Center! This exciting event features exhibitors like NASA, the Bookmobile, The Good Zoo, and more! Experience hands-on activities like flying drones, programming robots, and exploring career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Pre-register by Friday at 3 PM to secure your spot and skip the lines! On-site registration will also be available. For more details, including the event program, parking info., and to pre-register, visit: https://www.marionboe.com/o/mcs/page/steam-cte Don't miss out on this fun and educational event – we can't wait to see you there!
Turn It On! Marion County Schools Healthy Grandfamilies is representing with West Virginia State University at the WV State Capitol Complex today.



Turn It On! for The “Secret” Ingredient in the Carnegie Learning Re-Engagement Lesson. We “cooked” up some strategies to assist with blending resources to maximize small group instruction.








Tune In! as Pleasant Valley Elementary School sees a big change in 24 hours on the campus of their school through a collaboration with MCPARC.










Marion County Schools is pleased to participate in the Fairmont State University Career Fair today as Administrative Rockie DeLorenzo greets students in the College of Education alongside Director of Professional Development School Partnerships Barb Owens.

Turn It Up! Get on your feet for East! Cheer on the East Fairmont High School Girls Basketball Team in Charleston today. 🐝💙💛Shut it down, East!










Calendar Reminder: Friday, March 14, 2025 is a professional learning day so that staff may attend trainings and meetings. Students will not report on Friday, March 14, 2025 in Marion County Schools.
Don't miss the Marion County Schools STEAM CTE Festival on March 22nd from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Marion County Schools STEAM Center, located on the campus of East Fairmont Middle School! Explore exhibitors like NASA, the Bookmobile, The Good Zoo, and more! Try flying drones, programming robots, and discover career opportunities. more information including the event program, parking details, and preregistration is available at: https://www.marionboe.com/o/mcs/page/steam-cte
Opportunities at West Virginia University for students:



Turn It Up! Marion County Schools counselors attended the West Virginia School Counselors Association conference in Charleston this week to learn best practices, review policies and procedures, and collaborate with local agencies serving our families.










Tune In! Marion County Schools Juniors and Seniors attend annual Transition Fair at the Disability Action Center to prepare for post-secondary education, careers, and independent living.










Tune In! Today at Rivesville Elementary and Middle School the 3rd through 5th grade students learned what it means to be a Game Changer. With the help of 7th and 8th grade Game Changer Leaders, students learned about healthy choices and brain development.





🐊From a Gator to a Husky 🐾 Mannington Middle School 8th grade students met with administration and counselors from MMS and NMHS this evening and explored scheduling possibilities. Then, they enjoyed refreshments with friends and families provided by MMS PTO.







Mannington Middle School 8th grade students Tune In! at Marion County Technical Center today to explore different programs and offerings in Career Technical Education.








🚀 Aviation & Aerospace Scholarship Opportunity for WV Students! ✈️🧑🚀
The Shawn Stewart & Shawn Tucker Memorial Scholarship is now accepting applications! This program, sponsored by the West Virginia Airport Managers Association (WVAMA), provides financial assistance to WV students pursuing a career in aviation.
📅 Deadline: April 30th
📩 Recipients Notified: June
🌍 For: Students demonstrating financial need at an accredited institution interested in aviation or related industry
📚 Students must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or GED equivalent, have not earned a bachelor’s degree prior to applying, and be currently or accepted for enrollment at an accredited institution as follows: Vocational/Technical School, Trade School, Two-Year Community College, or State College/University. All other eligibility requirements & other info is on the website.
Apply now! 📢 Visit https://www.wvama.org/memorial-scholarship-program/ for program guidelines, application, & agreement, or email scholarships@wvama.org for details.

Tune In! Fairview Elementary celebrated Dr. Seuss Week with an Art Walk. Students' art and writing were on display throughout the building for students to share with their families.







Tune In! to Family Board Game Night at Monongah Elementary School.





Turn Ot Up! with Marion County Schools Title I, Core Content and Special Education Teachers, and Administrators who watched Dr. Jeannette Long pull over 20 “rabbits” out of her hat tonight. Some of the strategies modeled were: Campfire Discussion, Concept Blossom, Report It!, and Cognitive Splash. Some photos from tonight’s PD Session.










