Why does “cat” start with a “C” and “kitten” start with a “K”? Recovering reading instruction and closing gaps due to the pandemic is on the minds of MCS K to 2 teachers today with reading strategies targeted on phonics and weaving writing into reading. #MCSgetbackinthegame
COVID Vaccinations for MCS Staff and Students: The Marion County Health Department is offering vaccinations Monday through Friday, 9-3, at its location. Also, the health department and MVA will offer the COVID vaccination at the following locations and times:
East Fairmont High School:
Monday 8/23 @ 9-11 am
Wednesday 8/25 @ 7-9 pm
Fairmont Senior High School:
Thursday 8/12 @ 4-6 pm
Friday 8/20 @ 3:30-5 pm
North Marion High School:
Monday 8/23 @ 5-7 pm
According to recent CDC guidance, students who are vaccinated or masked in classrooms are not subject to quarantine. #MCSgetbackinthegame
State Champion in wrestling and football, WVU Mountaineer, and Veterinarian, Dr. Scott Moore, a graduate of North Marion High School, reminds MCS to "Get Back in the Game" to be whatever you want to be in the future: https://5il.co/wkzf #MCSgetbackinthegame
Open House and New Student Registration dates and times announced. #MCSgetbackinthegame
If you have children, you likely have some of these in your house. Check out a few ways to involve math fluency in your home. #MCSgetbackinthegame
It’s a goal! North Marion Girls Soccer practice in full swing on these hot summer days. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Give me 10 for the start of boys soccer this week during Fall Sports practice in MCS #MCSgetbackinthegame
The steer show is going on now at the Mannington District Fair, and Marion County Schools Future Farmers of America students are showcasing their hard work! #MCSgetbackinthegame
Putting in the work to get to the top of the hill at East Fairmont Cross Country practice today! #MCSgetbackinthegame
Marion County Schools Get Back in the Game with New Student Registration, Orientation, and Open House dates and times at https://5il.co/wiwf. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Focus. Commit. Don’t be afraid to fail. Lead. Continue the rich tradition of leadership from this community. Superintendent Dr. Donna Hage speaks with North Marion football team last night as part of 2nd day of football camp as they Get Back in the Game! #MCSgetbackinthegame
We will continue to push out New Student Registration and Open House dates. More to come!
Barrackville New Student Registration is today from 9-3.
East Day New Learner Registration is today, 9am-12pm.
Tools for Teachers! Shout out to MCS computer technicians who were busy today greeting new teachers by issuing their MCS device. The techs will also exchange a new computer with MCS teachers on a 3-year rotation. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Breaking Ground: The contractor and architect met with East Dale Elementary administration and staff representatives today to discuss the beginning phases of the ground breaking on Aug. 20. The SBA awarded $1,577,325 for an 8 classroom addition for Pre-K and K in December 2019.
A new coat to strengthen the foundation at the Mannington bus lot. In 20 days, school busses will be rolling from this spot and locations through MC. Drive safely. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Our newest administrator to join the MCS team is Lisa Henline, Assistant Principal at North Marion High School. Henline was a classroom teacher and a high school swim coach. #MCSgetbackinthegame
“We speak with our actions.” Day 2 of practice for Fall sports and the East Fairmont Bees are at it. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Welcome to the team June Haught, the new Principal at West Fairmont Middle School. Haught previously served as WFMS Assistant Principal and teacher at Fairview Elementary. #MCSgetbackinthegame
"Set yourself up for success and be the best person you can be." Wise words from a 2009 East Fairmont graduate and 2-time Wrestling State Champion. Bailey is a US Naval Academy graduate, pilot, and current Naval Academy Instructor: https://5il.co/wfur. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Marion County students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12 Grade will return to in-person classes this Fall! MCS students in grades 6-12 who are looking for a distance option can enroll in West Virginia Virtual Schools (WVVS). This is different than the distance learning offered last year by our local teachers. WVVS is a rigorous online platform offered through the West Virginia Department of Education for students seeking first-time credit. See the video for more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G095fbRMzPI. If you want to register your child in Marion County's WV Virtual School program in grades 6-12, we will begin taking registrations on August 4. Click here to complete the WVVS Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNamLgL38a7cNMoT5_VUjm-tFUME9GUkROWTQ4Rk9NNFI5TDIzWjE5N0szRS4u. Once you complete the registration form, you will be contacted to complete an orientation with a representative of Marion County Schools. The orientation must be attended by both the student and a parent or guardian. For questions, email Sherry Copley Harney srcopley@k12.wv.us