Turn It On! Fairview Elementary students who completed the Arctic Reading Challenge over the winter break got their picture taken with Mr. Polar Bear. Over 50 students participated along with many of our staff.
Tune In! North Marion High School Student Council selected the NECCO Organization based out of Fairmont, West Virginia to be this school year annual service project for the 2024-2025 school year. On December 19, 2024, North Marion Student Council hosted a Pennies from Huskies Heaven. As teachers are getting ready to teach in their classrooms, students provide pennies for the teacher to count. As long as the participating teacher is counting pennies, instruction is halted and a free activity can be utilized. Students may visit the library and exchange their dollars for pennies to be given throughout the day to any participating teacher. The teacher at the end of the day who has collected the most pennies is awarded a banner for the year.
Student Body Secretary, Audrey Hamilton says, "We chose NECCO because many of the children that are in the foster care system in WV are only there due to their families abusing substances. So, instead of trying to help those who abuse substances, we wanted to help those who are affected by it."
WVU Women's Soccer 4v4 Breast Cancer Tournament Announced:
North Marion High School Class of 2025 Samuel Nelson Elliott FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION announced:
Turn It Up! Fairmont Senior Girls Swim Team - Class AAA State Runner-Up! Yes, bears! 💙
Tune In! as we express our gratitude to Fairmont State Men’s basketball coach and players for their visit during lunch today to Whitehall Hall Elementary. Coach TK kindly brought shirts for random giveaways this afternoon and a signed basketball for our institution. The students and staff were thrilled!
Transportation Update: Bus 72 and Bus 11 will not run AM or PM routes in the North Marion-feeder area today, Friday, February 21, 2025.
Marion County Schools will be in a 2-hour delay Friday, February 21, 2025.
Marion County Schools is closed for a snow day Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Marion County Schools will be on a 2-hour delay Thursday, February 20, 2025.
President Mike's Movie Night announced:
Turn It On! Over 100 students from East Fairmont, Fairmont Senior, and North Marion came together today for the WV Supreme Court of Appeals and participate in a Q&A session with the justices, held at Fairmont Senior High School, with lunches provided by Child Nutrition.
Tune In! as high school students of Marion County Schools had the opportunity to hear 3 arguments before WV Supreme Court of Appeals today. The court travels twice a year, and Marion County Schools was proud to participate in a real-world experience for our students right here.
Turn It On! as the Marion County Board of Education recognized the Marion County Schools County Social Studies Fair 1st Place Winners tonight. They advance to regional competition, hosted at Glenville State University, in March.
Turn It Up! and join Marion County Schools in recognizing the Regional Science Fair Winners, which were just announced. These students earned this recognition February 15, 2025 at the fair, hosted by Fairmont State University, and they are States-bound now: 1st place Regional Science Fair winners and advancing to the State Science Fair: Division I 🧪Ziva Mitchell - East Fairmont Middle 🧫Logan Myers - East Park Elementary 🧬Zoey Reed - East Dale Elementary Division II 🔭Beth Glasscock, Joelle Washington, & Maycee Moore - Barrackville Middle Region 7 is the largest region and includes Barbour, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, and Upshur counties.
Marion County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Turn It Up! by keeping current and networking best practices, the Marion County Schools school counselors met to assess existing procedures, review scheduling, discuss school counselors' strategies, and prepare for upcoming professional development opportunities to enhance support for families and students.
Tune In! as teachers from across the county attended training in the latest technology in our Marion County Schools through a NewLine Interactive Board “Train the Trainer” session at MCTC today.
Turn It Up! for YAM Youth Art Month in Marion County Schools, March 1--31! Art education plays a vital role in fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in our students. Across West Virginia, our dedicated art educators provide invaluable learning experiences that inspire young artists and enrich our communities. As we celebrate Youth Art Month (YAM) 2025, we want to recognize and showcase the incredible work happening in Marion County Schools while ensuring that students have the opportunity to be celebrated for their artistic achievements.
Youth Art Month is a national initiative that highlights the importance of visual arts education and provides opportunities for students to showcase their talents.
Upcoming Youth Art Month Opportunities:
📌 Youth Art Month Flag Contest – Submission Deadline: February 22, 2025
Students have the opportunity to design a West Virginia Youth Art Month flag! The winning design will represent our state at the National Art Education Association Conference in Kentucky this March. Entries must be submitted to Dr. Grubbs by February 22, 2025
Information and forms can be found on the WVAEA website.
🎨 Youth Art Month State Art Show & Studio Day – February 22, 2025
Location: Parkersburg Art Center
Artwork Drop-Off: Teachers should deliver student artwork for the statewide Youth Art Month exhibition.
Submission Requirements: Artwork must be submitted digitally through our Google Form, and two printed copies of the submission form must be attached for gallery identification.
Studio Day for Art Educators: Teachers are invited to participate in a Professional Development Studio Day at Parkersburg Art Center on drop-off day—a hands-on opportunity to learn new techniques and network with fellow educators!
📚 Portfolio Day & Awards Reception – March 8, 2025
Location: Parkersburg Art Center
Time: 10:00 AM – High School Portfolio Day (an opportunity for students to showcase their work and receive feedback)
12:00 PM – Youth Art Month Awards Ceremony & Reception
🌎 NAEA National Conference & Arts Alive Representation
Winning artwork from the Youth Art Month State Show will be selected for display at the NAEA Conference in Kentucky and later showcased at Arts Alive in the spring.
through the WVAEA website.
More Information & Entry Forms
Additional information, including entry forms for art contests and shows, can be found on the West Virginia Art Education Association website:
🌐 https://www.wvaea.com/what-s-going-on
Calendar Reminder: Monday, February 17, 2025 is a Professional Learning Day for staff meetings and trainings. Students will not report to schools.