Marion County Schools

The Bees Have Talent was held today at East Fairmont High School where students showcased their talents from dance to voice to stand up to skits and more.

Marion County Schools releases the approved 2024-25 school calendar.

May 1 is National Principals Day and Marion County Schools sure does celebrate the leadership and hard work of our finest.

Soaking up the sun and fun in learning: Pleasant Valley's second grade visited the West Virginia Botanical Garden in Morgantown.

Ja’me Brandish from the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute provided resources to Marion County's counselors today to help students dealing with anxiety. Principal Jay Michael discussed the benefits of attending programs at MCTC and MCTC's Chef Stalnaker's students provided lunch

Explore the New Manufacturing has launched a STORY PITCH CONTEST for two new educational videos featuring West Virginia made products and the jobs needed to make them happen. Cash prizes will be awarded for the winning pitches. The contest is open to West Virginia high school students. Contestants can enter individually or as a team (maximum of four members) and are able to submit pitches for both videos. Registration is now open! Please see the attached flyer for more details. Contestants will be provided with contest details upon registering. REGISTRATION CLOSES on May 17th at 11:59 pm. Contest entries must be submitted by June 14th 2024 at 11:59 pm. Win $250 if your pitch is chosen! This means you could win up to $500 in prize money! The judging panel will provide feedback on all contest submissions. Winners will be announced on June 26, 2024, and will be credited in the video created with their pitch.

Child Nutrition of Marion County Schools was busy working with the gardeners at Barnes Learning Center today to transplant plants to grow for the school salad bar

The Master Gardners of Marion County and Barnes Learning Center students are excited for their sale this weekend.

Unite with the P.O.W.E.R. of learning at the Marion County Literacy Fair as Marion County Schools offers free books, STEAM activities, a showcase of student art, read alouds, activities by Title I, meet and greet with local authors, Scholastic Book Fair, free screenings, and door prizes.

When you see a whole community coming together to support students and literacy, it's super P.O.W.E.Rful at the Marion County Literacy Fair.

"Yes, Bears" to "Here we go, Steelers!" Congratulations, Fairmont Senior High School alumnus, Zach Frazier. 💙🤍💛🖤

In collaboration with MVA and the Marion County Health Department, Marion County Schools is offering vaccinations for the 2024-25 school year and sports physicals for student-athletes for 2024-25 at our high schools on the dates provided. See below.

Well done, Mannington Middle School Choir, under the direction of Genesis Mihalko, and performing The Elements.

Learning is a super P.O.W.E.R. Come tomorrow, April 27, 2024, 10 AM to 2 PM, to the annual Marion County Literacy Fair to tap into the power of reading, STEAM, art, attendance, and community involvement in Marion County Schools. We will see you at the Fairmont Senior Field House.

Fourth grade students at Watson Elementary were recipients of Book Bundles sponsored by Read Aloud WV. There were 20 classrooms around the state selected for this honor. Students received books based on their personal interests. Books were distributed by Beverly Richards, Marion County Read Aloud President and Evonne Maddow, Read Aloud Coordinator.

Thank you to Deerfield Express, which donated $500 to White Hall Elementary for student programs.

Last night, all 4 Fairmont Senior Attendance Area Bands were awarded a Legislative Citation from the West Virginia House of Delegates for earning a Superior Rating at the WVSSAC Region 10 Band Festival back in March. Delegate Joey Garcia presented the citation to all band students during the Middle School portion of the Fairmont Senior Area Bands Spring Concert Series. This is the first time in Marion County History that all 4 Bands earned a Superior Rating at the band festival. In addition, all 4 bands earned straight superior ratings from all 3 judges at the festival. A big Congratulations to: Fairmont Senior HS Polar Bear Concert Band Rivesville Middle School Concert Band West Fairmont MS 6th Grade Beginning Band West Fairmont MS 7/8 Concert Band

Calling all eligible WV high school Junior Girls! We invite young women completing their Junior Year in West Virginia high schools to be part of a week that will help shape your future.

Watson’s Girls on the Run had their practice 5K today. The girls are ready for the big race on May 18th! Girls on the run….is so much fun! ⭐️

Congratulations to Marion County Technical Center's Mr. Morris! Explore the New Manufacturing, a state-wide non-profit connecting the manufacturing industry and education through project-based learning programs, annually recognizes educators who are making positive classroom impacts. Explore believes that student success is often the result of a dynamic teacher who inspires pupils to work harder to pursue a rewarding future. Mr. Morris is an excellent example.