Marlinton Middle School

Parents, the holidays can bring added stress—Parent Coaching is a no-cost resource offering
personalized support for you and your child. Get help with anything from behavior challenges to
seasonal stress. Register here for ongoing support: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

If you'd like to learn more about the Parent Coaching program, please come to our Family Game and Resource night on December 1st. A representative from the Cook Center will be presenting information about the program and how to sign up! More information on that event can be found here: https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/learning-beyond-the-bell

2 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Promotional graphic for ParentGuidance.org featuring the headline “Coaching for Parents” with autumn leaves illustrations. Text below reads “Get one-on-one support and guidance!” and “Get Started!” A QR code is displayed with instructions: “Scan code or visit cookcenter.info/coaching.” On the right side, an adult and a youth are walking outdoors, with the adult’s arm resting on the youth’s shoulder.

Colorful flyer for a “Learning Beyond the Bell” event titled Together We Win! promoting a Family Resource & Game Night. The design features bright blue, orange, yellow, and pink tones with illustrations of board game pieces, dice, and a character holding a shield and sword. Main text reads: “TOGETHER WE WIN!” “Family Resource & Game Night! A ‘Learning Beyond the Bell’ Afterschool Event! Families from all PCS schools welcome.” Event details: Date: December 1st, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Locations: Marlinton Middle, Pocahontas County High, and Green Bank Elementary/Middle School Free for all attendees Resources covered: Tutor WV, Legal Aid, PC Libraries, FRN Programs, ParentGuidance.org, presented by David Lee. Games include: Yahtzee, Scrabble, Chess, Card Games, Boggle, and UNO. Bottom section encourages registration to secure a free board game with a link: bit.ly/4qMqZQd. Logos for Learning Beyond the Bell and 21st Century Community Learning Centers appear at the bottom left and right.

📢 Reminder from Pocahontas County Schools:

In observance of Veterans Day, there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Let’s take this time to honor and thank all who have served our country 🌟

5 days ago, Kristi Hamons

American flag draped on the left side with text announcing: “Reminder from Pocahontas County Schools: No School Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day.” A silhouette of a saluting soldier appears at the bottom right, with a small sketch of a school building.

Attention MMS families! We hope your child has told you about all the great "Learning Beyond the Bell" clubs that will be starting after school this coming week. If you haven't signed the parent permission form, the electronic form can be filled out here: boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/learning-beyond-the-bell. If we do not have a signed permission form, your child won't be able to stay. We are looking forward to making awesome memories with the kids from chess to theater to cooking and more! To find out more about the clubs that will be happening, look below!

8 days ago, Kristi Hamons

🎲Together We Win: Family Resource & Game Night – December 1st! 🎉

Join us for an evening of fun, learning, and connection at our Learning Beyond the Bell afterschool event!

Families from all Pocahontas County Schools are welcome to attend at Marlinton Middle, Green Bank Elementary/Middle, or Pocahontas County High School from 4:00–6:00 PM.

🧩 Enjoy classic board games as a family!
📚 Discover free resources from TutorWV, ParentGuidance.org, and others.
🎁 Register by November 18 to receive a free board game at the event!

📍 Choose your location and return the registration form to your school or register online: https://bit.ly/4qMqZQd

Let’s make it a night to remember—Together We Win! 💛

8 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Flyer with games pieces: Together We WIn! Family Resource & Game NIght! A Learning Beyond the Bell Afterschool Event! Families from All PCS Schools Welcome. December 1st 2025m 4 pm - 6 pm Locations MMS, PCHS, GBEMS Free For All. Free Resources Covered: Tutor WV, Legal Aid, PC LIbraries, FRN Resources, Parent Guidance.org, Presented by David Lee, Yahtzee, Scrabble, Chess, Card Games, Boggle, Uno and More! Register now to secure your free board game! Return the attached form or register online at: bit.ly/4qmqZQd

Please see pictures of our items for auction - 76 total items to bid on!

8 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Just a couple reminders - Pocahontas County Schools are having 3 hour early outs today and tomorrow. Also we are having a required basketball family meeting tonight - girls at 5:30 and boys at 6:00. Please come visit us on Saturday for our quarter auction - doors open at 3 and auction starts promptly at 4. Thanks and have a great day!

9 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

The staff at Marlinton Middle School would like to remind families that we are using ClassDojo for tracking within our classrooms. You will find comments about their daily activities and behavior in all classes. If you have issues getting in ClassDojo, please contact Marlinton Middle School.

10 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Just a reminder that tomorrow is picture day at MMS. If your student did not get home with their envelope and you wish to order, you can contact picket fence directly and they will allow you to order. All students will have pictures taken as we will use these in the yearbook. Thank you.

11 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Please join us for our quarter auction on November 8 at MMS! See flyer for more details.

11 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Congratulations to our MMS students at the Regional Literature Fair!

11 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Our MMS October Stars!

11 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

📢Important Announcement 📢

The Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education meeting scheduled for 11/4/2025 has been cancelled.

The LSIC presentations for HES and GBEMS will be moved to the 12/2/2025 meeting.

Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 18, 2025.

12 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Some recent art work from 6th-8th graders in Ms. Kirk's classroom

12 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

Perfect attendance for October - attend today, achieve tomorrow!

12 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

LSIC meeting on Wednesday at MMS 3:30-4:30. Hope to see you there.

13 days ago, Marlinton Middle School

🕰️ Reminder for Families!

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend—don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before bed on Saturday night! ⏰

Enjoy that extra hour of sleep! 😴

#TimeChange #FallBack #PCStrongerTogether

14 days ago, Kristi Hamons

An image of a clock and the words: Don't forget those clocks go back this weekend! "Daylight Savings Time" ends 11/2

🧡 November is the Month of Giving! 🧡

📦 Join our Food Drive to support students in need!

🗓️ Drop off donations from Nov. 3–21 at any Pocahontas County School during school hours.

🥫 Most Needed Items Include:
• Canned veggies, fruit, soup (pop-top lids preferred)
• Rice, pasta, cereal
• Peanut butter, canned protein
• Flour, sugar, cooking oil
• Prepackaged snacks, oatmeal packets
• Individual servings of mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, noodles

📞 Questions or need support? Contact our Communities in Schools team:
Lois Wilfong – 304-799-6564
Marsha Grimes – 304-456-4865
Jillian Lacasse – 304-799-6551

Let’s come together to make sure no child goes to bed hungry. 💛

#MonthOfGiving #PocahontasCountySchools #FoodDrive #GiveBack #PCStrongerTogether

15 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Food images on Flyer titled 'November: The Month of Giving' from Pocahontas County Schools promoting a food drive to support students in need. It lists most-needed nonperishable items like canned goods, pasta, cereal, peanut butter, and prepackaged snacks. Donations are accepted at any Pocahontas County School from November 3 to 21 during school hours. Contact information for Communities in Schools representatives is provided for questions or food insecurity support."

📢 Important Schedule Update for Pocahontas County Schools!

The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development.

On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early.

Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!

16 days ago, Kristi Hamons

Text box with text: Import Announcement: from Pocahontas County Schools The Pocahontas County Board of Education has approved three early dismissal days in November for staff professional development. On November 6, 7, and 19, students will be dismissed three hours early. Please plan accordingly and contact your child’s school if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!

POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS SALUTES OUR VETERANS

Reminder that our Veterans Day programs are quickly approaching! We would love to see you there - check out the details below!

Join us as we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country.

We would be honored with your presence at our special Veterans Day programs.

🎖️ Program Schedule:
📅 November 7
• Green Bank School – 9:00 AM
• Pocahontas County High School – 10:30 AM

📅 November 10
• Marlinton Elementary – 9:00 AM
• Hillsboro Elementary – 10:30 AM
• Marlinton Middle – 1:00 PM

🍽️ Veterans Lunch
Served at PCHS and Hillsboro Elementary

📞 Please call to reserve your meal:
• PCHS: 304-799-6564
• HES: 304-653-4221

🎉 Veterans Day Dinner
📍 Opera House
📅 November 11, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM

Let’s come together to show our gratitude and respect. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #PocahontasProud #ThankYouVeterans

16 days ago, Kristi Hamons

P O C A H O N T A S C O U N T Y S C H O O L S A SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS A special Veterans Day program to honor those of us who have served and continue to serve. We would be honored with your presence. LUNCH WILL BE SERVED AT PCHS AND HILLSBORO. PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE YOUR MEAL. PCHS: 799-6564 HES 653-4221 VETERANS DAY DINNER @ OPERA HOUSE 11-11-25 @ 11:00 presents November 7th Green Bank School @ 9:00 PCHS @ 10:30 November 10th Marlinton Elementary @ 9:00 Hillsboro Elementary @ 10:30 Marlinton Middle @ 1:00

Required parent meeting for any boy or girl interested in basketball. Please see attachment for details on November 6th.

18 days ago, Marlinton Middle School