“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” As we think back on the past 18 months of the pandemic, one of the most pronounced reflections is we cannot increase student achievement alone. See https://5il.co/wvxl.
Barnes Learning Center New Student Orientations will be held on August 18, 19, 20, and 22 by appointment only. All returning students will begin school on August 24th. Looking forward to getting the school year started and seeing our students!
The WV Higher Education Policy Commission released the College Going Rate Fact Book to give data to inform efforts to encourage more high school students to pursue a high-quality postsecondary education. Data for the three MCS are listed here. #MCSgetbackinthegame
MCS collaborates with WVU Extension Service for WV Cardiac Project, K, 2, and 5, as well as Nutrition Classes, grades 3- 5. The latest addition is Meadoe Richards, NMHS grad and Agriculture student at WVU, who will begin Aug. 16 to work in MCS. https://extension.wvu.edu/marion
"We have an opportunity!" Dr. Mark A. Manchin, 1970 graduate from Farmington High School, former WV Senator, superintendent of schools, Director of the School Building Authority, and current President of Glenville College encourages MCS: https://5il.co/wnq1 #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
"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
Learn more about the MCS virtual offering for grades 6-12 for the 2021-22 school year here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0AqESXcu9U. For more information, see MCS Policy 2370 or contact Curriculum Coordinator Sherry Copley at srcopley@k12.wv.us.
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
"Come back stronger than ever" as an important part of WV's story. United States Senator Joe Manchin, a 1965 graduate of Farmington High School who attended WVU on a football scholarship, reminds MCS to "Get Back in the Game" at https://5il.co/wdk4. #MCSgetbackinthegame
"You are the next one to lead the way." A 1993 grad of Fairmont Senior, Dr. Chris Courtney was state wrestling champ and All-American who played fullback at Fairmont State. The orthopedic surgeon talks about impact of last year and today: https://5il.co/w9xx. #MCSgetbackinthegame
"You are the next one to lead the way." A 1993 grad of Fairmont Senior, Dr. Chris Courtney was state wrestling champ and All-American who played fullback at Fairmont State. The orthopedic surgeon talks about impact of last year and today: https://5il.co/w9xx. #MCSgetbackinthegame
There are only a little under 30 days left until MCS students, grades 1 through 12, are back in session Tuesday, August 24. K and Pre-K students will begin Thursday, August 26. The 5-full days weekly schedule begins Monday, August 30. #MCSgetbackinthegame
A 1981 North Marion High graduate and native of Grant Town, WV, Rich Rod reminds us Get Back in the Game this Fall. Rodriguez remembers the role MCS plays in his life and career as student, athlete, coach on the state and national scene: https://5il.co/vxs6 #MCSgetbackinthegame
A 1981 North Marion High School and native of Grant Town, WV, Rich Rod reminds us Get Back in the Game this Fall. Rodriguez remembers the role MCS plays in his life and career as student, athlete, and coach on the state and national scene: https://5il.co/vxs6 #MCSgetbackinthegame
30-Day Public Comment: The American Rescue Plan provides $20,444,030.34 to Marion County Schools for Learning Recovery and Innovation, Health & Safety, and Infrastructure. The period of availability of funds is March 13, 2020-Sept. 30, 2024. https://forms.office.com/r/YjPvCRavEN
The first face many students see in the morning and the last face when the school day is finished is often a school bus driver. This extends into summer in MCS as Bus Driver Dave Butcher and Bus Aide Ginger Joliffe are just a few of the hardworking teams supporting our students.
Helping students be healthy in the summer, MCS Child Nutrition Program Director Terri Atha reminds families a child under 18 may register to receive a 7-day meal kit by Multitude Foods, which is delivered to doorsteps by FedEx. Register by July 19 at https://www.marionboe.com/.
The “fruits” of the students’ labor in the Farm to Schools Program at Barnes Learning Center are cared for by Principal Travus Oates this hot summer day. Students designed, created, planted, and harvested vegetables for the cafeteria this past year. #MCSgetbackinthegame
These two are among over 3,200 Marion County youth, age 18 and under, who have registered for and are receiving a delivery of 7 days worth of breakfast and lunch items on their doorstep by a private company contracted by MCS as part of the summer feeding program.
