New River Intermediate 5th grade student Lyla Whelan won the Elementary Division of the Capital City Pumpkin Drop. The competition was October 17, and Lyla was first place out of 15 entries in her category. Great job Lyla!
Please consider applying for a job with Fayette County Schools. The deadline to apply for these jobs is Friday November 1.
https://www.boe.faye.k12.wv.us/page/job-vacancies
2024 Community Thanksgiving Meal, Thursday November 28, 2024. Please see the attached flyer with information for each site.
Fayette County first grade student, Emma Stover from New River Primary, is the winner of the WV $5,000 Grand Prize in SMART529 'When I Grow Up' Essay Contest. Emma was recognized at the Fayette County Board of Education meeting on October 22, 2024.
https://wvtreasury.com/About/Press-Releases/details/fayette-county-student-wins-5-000-grand-prize-in-smart529-when-i-grow-up-essay-contest
New River Intermediate had the Honorable Judge Ewing swear in their student council elected officers on Tuesday October 15, 2024. Ella Greene, President; Braycen Leonard, Vice President; Kendall McMullen, Secretary; Sam Lockhart, Treasurer. Great job!
2nd semester virtual application link is now open. Please make certain to read the directions prior to submitting an application. The window for submission is October 14, 2024-January 1, 2025.
https://forms.office.com/r/wj3Pt4YDAw
Fayette County Secondary PE teachers are learning new ways to engage students today led by Steve Hambrick from MBRS.
We are continuing to inform/remind parents/guardian and students about the WV attendance law change and the importance of being present and engaged in learning. Attendance matters! Every day! Every period!
https://www.boe.faye.k12.wv.us/page/job-vacancies
Please consider working for Fayette County Schools. We offer a vast array of opportunities to select from to get the most rewarding career started.
Don't forget the Fall Festival is tomorrow at FPK8 Football Field
It is time for the October attendance challenge. . Be sure to turn the volume up while reading this Smore with your child. Attendance matters! Every day! Every period!
https://secure.smore.com/n/myk2f
Attendance matter! Every day! Every period! This Smore provides ideas for parents/guardians relating to health related absences.
https://secure.smore.com/n/158b3
Please contact your school for more information.
Athletic Event Ticketing Update https://youtu.be/afXBXp_onp0
Athletic Event Requirements https://youtu.be/4vL3sO4NoBg
The Fall Festival today has been postponed until next Sunday due to rainy weather. It will be at the Fayetteville pk8 football field from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday October 6th. The event is free and is full of family fun including inflatables, pony rides, a petting zoo, hay rides, games, free food and more!
Congratulations to Jordyn Floyd, a senior at Oak Hill High School, who was named a "Commended Scholar" from the National Merit Scholarship Board. Good luck on your continued journey! Pictured are Gary Hough, Superintendent, Katie Hayes Principal at OHHS, Jordyn and her parents.
On this beautiful West Virginia day the menu features a classic local mountaineer meal: Mac-N-Cheese, cornbread, and pinto beans and it is accompanied by a chef’s salad and watermelon with their choice of milk. Of course we provide a generous salad bar for students to make their own salads on as well. Go Mountaineers!
Important Announcement
Pursuant to West Virginia Code §61-7-11a, it is strictly prohibited for anyone to carry weapons on school property, including during extracurricular events, regardless of whether the individual has a permit to conceal carry.
This policy is enforced to ensure the safety of everyone on school grounds. We kindly ask for your cooperation in adhering to this regulation during all school-related activities.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school administration.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping our school community safe.
School safety is the responsibility of everyone. Please speak with your children regarding their words and actions and the serious implications of such. Any and all threats, either verbal or written, will be evaluated by law enforcement and school officials. Appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken by Fayette County Schools and by the legal system. Encourage your children to talk to a trusted adult at school and at home if they see or hear something concerning.
