This is a Bison Herd Alert: Lunch Menu Update:
Thursday the 24th is Chicken Sandwhich, hot vegetable, mini carrots, fruit, ranch and milk.
Friday the 25th is Chicken Nuggets, green beans, roll, mini carrots, ranch, fruit and milk
This is a message from Principal Bombard; In an effort to maintain open communication and transparency with parents, we would like to provide an update:
No additional bed bugs have been found in our school. We continue to deep clean our building daily.
The total of bed bugs found in our school remains at 3.
Two bed bugs were located in isolated rooms on Wednesday, April 9. Those rooms and adjacent rooms were treated by professional exterminators.
On Monday April 14, 1 bed bug was found in the gym. That area was deep cleaned and will be professionally treated on Thursday, April 17 at the end of the school day when no students are present.
Thank you for your continued patience, support, and understanding as we work together.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out directly to me.
Parents have the right to keep their kids home from school. When school is in session, they are expected to be there. The absences for bed bugs will be unexcused absences. Families are reminded that unexcused absences are fine, until they become excessive (10 or more per state law).
Corrected Dates:
On Wednesday April 9 , we identified 2 confirmed bed bugs in isolated rooms in our school. Maintenance deep cleaned those rooms and those rooms and adjacent rooms were professionally exterminated on Saturday, April 12.
On Monday , we found 1 confirmed bed bug in the gym. Maintenance deep cleaned that area and it will be exterminated professionally Thursday, April 17.
We wanted to clear up any misrepresentations of information regarding bed bugs and our school. If you have any questions, please reach out directly to the principal for information.
Included is a letter from Marion County Health Department that labels bed bugs as a “public nuisance” and not health hazard with further information as well as WVDE guidance and EPA guidance for families related to bed bugs. Also, attendance guidance is attached for student absences.
Per Mr. Kelly, WV State Assistant Superintendent of Schools, in the attached the EPA says school closures should be avoided. Bed bugs in schools guidance for administrators, teachers and staff (things to avoid in the top right corner).
https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2016-07/documents/bed-bug-guidance-for-school-administrators-teachers-staff.pdf
On Friday April 15 , we identified 2 confirmed bed bugs in isolated rooms in our school. Maintenance deep cleaned those rooms and those rooms and adjacent rooms were professionally exterminated on Saturday, April 12.
On Monday , we found 1 confirmed bed bug in the gym. Maintenance deep cleaned that area and it will be exterminated professionally Thursday, April 17.
We wanted to clear up any misrepresentations of information regarding bed bugs and our school. If you have any questions, please reach out directly to the principal for information.
This is a Bison Herd Alert: There has been a report of bed bugs at SCHOOL today. The affected classroom will be addressed, and students will be removed until treatment. An exterminator has been contacted. Treatment will occur over the weekend or an extended break when no staff and students are present for an extended period of time. We continue to address the issue of bed bugs. We are cleaning at a heightened level to ensure all students are safe. The building was treated on Saturday, April 12, 2025. If you have any questions, please call the school 304-367-2128.
The MCS Bed Bug Protocol can be found on our website under documents.
This is a Bison Herd Alert: There has been a report of bed bugs at SCHOOL today. The affected classroom will be addressed, and students will be removed until treatment. An exterminator has been contacted. Treatment will occur over the weekend or an extended break when no staff and students are present for an extended period of time. We continue to address the issue of bed bugs. We are cleaning at a heightened level to ensure all students are safe. The building was treated on Saturday, April 12, 2025. If you have any questions, please call the school 304-367-2128.
This is a Bison Herd Alert:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the talent show scheduled for this evening, Friday, April 11, is now canceled. PTO will look to reschedule in the future.
This is a Bison Herd Alert from Ms. Bombard: Parents, This text is to inform you that a possible case of bed bugs was recently reported at Barrackville School. Please rest assured that the health and safety of our students and staff are our top priority and we are taking all the necessary precautions to address the situation. While bedbugs are not known to transmit disease, they can be a nuisance. To help prevent the spread, please check your student's belongings, backpacks, jackets, and other personal items upon their return from school. Signs of bed bugs may include small brown or reddish spots, tiny white eggs, or actual bugs. Bed Bugs are the size of an apple seed and may hide in seams, folds, and crevices or materials. The following steps are being taken at school: A thorough inspection and cleaning of the affected area, working with pest control professionals to ensure the issue is addressed, and continued monitoring will be in place for future occurrences. If you have any signs of bed bugs at home or need advice on how to inspect your home, please refer to the information that will be sent home today from local health authorities or contact the health department.
This is a Bison Herd Alert: The Scholastic book fair will be open tonight from 6-7:30 in the multipurpose room for families. Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 9, will be the final shopping day for students.
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Barrackville will dismiss early today due to flooding. Walkers will be dismissed at 10:30. Parent pickup will begin at 10:35. Bus students will be dismissed as their bus arrives. Thank you.
Middle School Mathematicians please attached information
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Spring Picture Day will be April 30th. Pre-order on
mylifetouch.com using Your Student ID or Picture Day ID: EVT334WSJ
This is a Bison Herd Alert: World Down Syndrome Day is coming up on March 21st. People celebrate in a lot of ways, but one fun and easy way is to wear your crazy socks!! Let's see your craziest pair tomorrow!
Dates to Remember
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Parents: The spring weather has begun, which means that kids wear coats/hoodies in the morning and take them off in the afternoon and leave them on the playground. Please have students check the lost and found in the gym area this week. Items that are not claimed will be donated after Friday, March 21. Thanks!
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Parents, please take a few moments to complete the 24/25 School Climate Survey. The survey is open until March 31st.
https://forms.office.com/r/bgpZUjh0FA?origin=lprLink
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Thursday, March 13th is Hat Day at Barrackville! Wear your favorite hat for $1.00 to benefit the 8th-grade class.
This is a Bison Herd Alert: Parents, please mark your calendar. Friday, March 14th is a Professional Learning Day. Students do not report.