At its September 22, 2026, meeting, the Wood County Board of Education recognized several schools for outstanding performance on the 2025-2026 West Virginia General Summative Assessment. Certificates were presented by Superintendent Christie Willis and members of the Curriculum & Instruction Department in recognition of exceptional academic achievement across Wood County Schools.
Among elementary schools, Criss Elementary, Greenmont Elementary, and Lubeck Elementary were recognized for ranking in the top 10 percent of elementary schools statewide in mathematics proficiency. Criss Elementary, Greenmont Elementary, Lubeck Elementary, and Vienna Elementary also earned recognition for ranking among the top 10 percent in English Language Arts proficiency. In science, Criss Elementary, Greenmont Elementary, and Williamstown Elementary were recognized as top-performing schools in the state.
At the middle school level, Edison Middle School and Jackson Middle School were recognized for ranking in the top 10 percent of West Virginia middle schools in mathematics proficiency, while Jackson Middle School earned additional recognition for ranking among the top 10 percent in English Language Arts proficiency.
Williamstown High School was also recognized for exceptional SAT proficiency results, ranking 14th in West Virginia in English Language Arts, 3rd in science, and 1st in mathematics.
In addition, the Board recognized Jaime Moss, a teacher at Parkersburg South High School, for being selected as a 2026-2027 Teacher Fellow with the Mark Cuban Foundation. The distinction recognizes educators who demonstrate a commitment to expanding educational opportunities and preparing students for future success.
Behind every assessment score is a story of students being challenged, encouraged, and supported by caring educators. The schools recognized by the Board represent what is possible when communities invest in public education and when talented, certified teachers and staff members are given the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children.
As families, educators, and communities work together toward a common goal, these achievements demonstrate that public schools continue to be a source of opportunity, growth, and success for students throughout Wood County. The Board of Education congratulated all of the schools and educators recognized for their accomplishments and thanked them for their continued commitment to excellence in education.
