Eighth grade parents and guardians:
We need 5 more registrations for the Washington DC trip to be able to get a second bus! Adding the second bus will allow us to bring up to 100 people to our nation's capital. If you were thinking about registering your student for this wonderful opportunity, now is definitely the time.
Payment plan options are available with your $115 deposit with registration before October 18. Scholarship opportunities are also available based on family income and are first come, first serve.
For more information, please message Ms. Deem or Ms. Dye through Schoology or call the school at 304-420-9547. If you are ready to register, you may do so at Worldstrides.com or by calling 1-800-468-5899. Use Trip ID 219240.
This message is for the parents and guardians of 8th grade students who would like to attend the Washington, DC trip in May.
*The last day to register with a deposit of $115 and receive the $35 discount for attending the parent meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 24.
*Even if you did not attend the parent meeting, you may still register for the trip.
*Call Worldstrides and speak with a representative to be placed on the Advantage Payment Plan to make monthly payments of the cost of the trip. You must register by October 18 for this opportunity.
*You may also call Worldstrides and speak with a representative to see if your child qualifies for the Flag Scholarship for financial assistance.
*We already have 25 people registered for this exciting trip and we would like you to travel with us. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Ms. Dye or Miss Deem through Schoology or by calling 304-420-9547.
Parents/Guardians of HMS 8th graders are invited to attend an informational meeting about a trip to Washington DC scheduled for Memorial Day weekend 2025. The meeting will be at VanDevender Middle School cafeteria at 6:30 PM on Tuesday September 17, 2024. Itinerary and pricing details will be given at the meeting.
Dear Wood County Schools’ families: Thank you for your courage, patience, and understanding this week as our school personnel and law enforcement agencies worked together to keep our schools safe. We are fortunate for the relationship between our school system and law enforcement. Wood County Schools would like to express gratitude and appreciation for the law enforcement agencies throughout our county and state who provided support to Wood County Schools this week. Thank you to the Parkersburg Police Department, Wood County Sheriff’s Department, Vienna Police Department, Williamstown Police Department, and the Capitol Police. -- Christie M. Willis -- Superintendent
Wood County Schools is aware of an online threat targeting various school systems across West Virginia. We take every threat seriously and are actively monitoring the situation. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we are working closely with local law enforcement to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken. We will continue to keep our community informed as we gather more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sixth grade teachers would like to remind parents/guardians and students that Hamilton sixth grade students are expected to charge their iPads each night and bring them to school every day fully charged. Make sure you come to school every day with the tools you need to fully participate in every class.
Individual Student Pictures will be taken this Friday, September 6 at Hamilton Middle School. Even if you don't purchase school pictures, we would like all students to have their pictures taken for inclusion in the yearbook. Fall sports pictures will also be taken on Friday.
Good evening! We want to remind you about our back-to-school open house tomorrow, Monday, August 19th. Our elementary open house will be from 4 to 6 p.m. and our middle, high, WCTC and Caperton will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Students' first day back to school will be Wednesday, August 21st. We're excited to see you and kick off a fantastic year!
Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Wood County
Schools app! The same district app now offers class
streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher
chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin
using this feature in our app after 8/21.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/tLf49D
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Wood County Schools will hold their open houses for the start of the 2024-25 school year on Monday, August 19. 2024. All Middle Schools including Hamilton will hold their open houses between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Hamilton students who attend will receive copies of the schedules, find their lockers and check their combinations, and meet their teachers. Sixth grade students who attended their orientation on Thursday August 15, do not need to attend open house.
Hamilton will hold an orientation for our sixth-grade students Thursday evening, August 15 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. All 6th grade students and their parents and guardians are invited to attend. You'll be able to meet your homeroom teacher and other teachers, get a copy of your schedule, find your locker and practice opening your lock. If you attend the orientation, you won't need to attend the Open House on Monday, August 19. You'll already be ready to go on the first day of school! We look forward to seeing you on Thursday!
Hamilton Middle School Tennis Team Practices at the City Park tennis courts
Flex Day Practices: July 22nd, 23rd, and 25th from 3:30-5:00
Regular Practices: Start July 29th from 3:30-5:00
Bring your WVSSAC physical form (if not on file at school), racquet, and water. Wear tennis shoes. Tennis balls will be provided.
If it rains, meet in the mini gym at the school from 3:30-4:15. Enter in the back door.
Questions: Call Dee Lantz at 304-485-3109.
In celebration of Independence Day, all Wood County Schools' offices will be closed. Offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th.
Just a reminder: The Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board will offer two summer programs for students. The CTE Exploration Camp for incoming 8th-11th grade students will provide an opportunity to explore skilled trades of carpentry, welding, electrical as well as automotive, aviation, health care, and culinary. Camp will take place from July 10-12, 8:30am-3:00pm. The program includes virtual reality simulations, hands on projects, and guest speakers. Participants will earn certificates in workplace safety and customer service. Transportation assistance is available. Space is limited space. Additional opportunities will be available to earn work and skills credentials. To register or learn more, visit https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2024.
All schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 20th in celebration of West Virginia Day! Offices will reopen on Friday, June 21. Learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Virginia_Day
The school year may be over, but it's never to early to mark your calendar! The 2024-2025 school year will host Open House on Monday, August 19. Elementary schools will be from 4 to 6 pm and middle and high schools (including WCTC/Caperton Center) from 5 to 7 pm. View event dates and details anytime on the WCS app or by visiting https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/calendar.
WCS has set Open House dates and times for the 2024-25 school year. Middle and High School Open House, including Hamilton is scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. We look forward to seeing students, parents and guardians then!
The Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board will offer two summer programs for students. The CTE Exploration Camp for incoming 8th-11th grade students will provide an opportunity to explore skilled trades of carpentry, welding, electrical as well as automotive, aviation, health care, and culinary. Camp will take place from July 10-12, 8:30am-3:00pm. The program includes virtual reality simulations, hands on projects, and guest speakers. Participants will earn certificates in workplace safety and customer service.
The Apprenticeship Readiness Program provides incoming and graduating seniors the opportunity to participate in an Apprenticeship Readiness program from June 24 through 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 pm. This experience will include hands on projects, mentoring, and career information in Construction, Carpentry, Electrical, Welding, and more. The week-long event will include tours of local union training facilities and mentoring from master craftsmen as well as the use of Virtual Reality for students to simulate on-the-job experiences in addition to the hands-on projects. Transportation assistance is available. Space is limited space. Additional opportunities will be available to earn work and skills credentials.
To register or learn more, visit https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2024.
Join us for the USDA free summer meals program, a wonderful initiative aimed at ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals even when school is out. This program provides free meals for children and teens in low-income areas during the summer months, helping to bridge the nutrition gap that often occurs when school meals are not available. By participating in this program, you can help support the health and well-being of children in your community, ensuring they have the fuel they need to thrive and enjoy their summer activities to the fullest. Learn more at https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/summer-nutrition-program
Wood County Schools' is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Golden Horseshoe! https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/1605924
