Seniors,
The deadline for the Promise Scholarship Application is March 1st. Even if you do not currently have the qualifying test scores, you must apply now to be able to add the qualifying scores later. Here is the application website https://www.cfwv.com/financial-aid/promise-scholarship/apply-now/
Also, Parkersburg Area Community Foundation Scholarships are due by February 28th. Here is the website to apply https://pacfwv.com/initiatives/scholarships/apply-for-a-scholarship
Contact PHS Guidance at 3044209595 with questions.
February is Career Technical Education month! West Virginia’s Career Technical Education (CTE) programs equip students with practical skills and hands-on training, allowing them to explore diverse career paths. These programs offer real-world knowledge, industry-recognized credentials, and valuable work-based learning experiences. Visit the Wood County Technical Centers' website to learn more. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/wctc
📣 Attention parents! Wood County Schools' Kindergarten enrollment starts March 3, 2025. All children, including current WCS Pre-K students, must register at their designated school. Learn more and get a head start here: https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/kindergarten
Due to overnight surface refreezing and potential flooding, Wood County Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 17.
Links for tuition programs
https://www.fairmontstate.edu/news/2025/02/fairmont-state-university-launches-new-access-scholarship-provide-free-tuition-incoming-west-virginia-students.aspx
https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/01/13/wvu-guarantee-program-launches-to-help-pay-tuition-fees-for-incoming-and-current-west-virginia-students
https://www.marshall.edu/news/2025/02/marshall-university-expands-marshall-for-all-initiative/
Information for students who are wanting to attend college in WV: Family Income Guidelines Apply and other admission standards.
Information on free tuition and fees at WVU – go.wvu.edu/4G9EV
Information on free tuition and fees at Fairmont State University - Fairmont State to offer free tuition to W.Va. students with household incomes of $70,000 or less
Information on free tuition and fees at Marshall University - Marshall University expands Marshall For All initiative - Marshall University News
Thank you Cindy Dowler, our Bridge Mentor, for the exciting news!
We want to hear from you! WCS is considering changes to Non-Traditional Instruction Days for the coming school year. Learn more and share your thoughts: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/nti-parent-survey
Due to inclement weather conditions overnight, Wood County Schools will be on a two-hour delay for Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
We apologize for the short notice. WCS has been closely monitoring the approaching storm throughout the evening. Wood County Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Good morning! Our issue with some students not appearing for families in the Rooms section of the Wood County Schools app has been resolved. Thank you for your patience.
Attention Seniors. The Marshall University Mid Ohio Valley Alumni and Big Green Association scholarship link.
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fview%2Fmov-rising-herd-scholarship%2Fhome&data=05%7C02%7Cjason.potts%40k12.wv.us%7Caa5f1dcbbcda42969a9708dd423877c2%7Ce019b04b330c467a8bae09fb17374d6a%7C0%7C0%7C638739532466909880%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LLtxaJ7H%2BWJKP3itnPWunZdAXiad4opeV9MNEGLzgtk%3D&reserved=0
February's ParentGuidance.org Newsletter now available. Visit the Parents page to to read (También disponible en español). https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/parents
Good morning,
Remember a new semester starts tomorrow. If you have a semester course, you will start in your new class on Monday. It is a great chance for a fresh start. The tardy count also resets. The fifth tardy will result in an hour of afterschool detention. Attendance is important. Remember to turn in parent notes and medical excuses to the Admin office or use the link previously shared. Reach out to Mrs. Ray with attendance questions. Let's Go Big Reds!
The PHS Speech& Debate Teamcompeted at the Ripley High Fortnirs Invitational on Saturday.
Senior Daphne Cockerham was named Top Speaker at the event after taking 1st place in Informative Speaking and 2nd in Impromptu as well as 1st place in Duo with partner Brittany Ward, who also took 3rd in Prose.
Other awards included
Dorothy Clark, 1st place in Declamation and Dramatic Interp and 3rd place Poetry
Hayden Carey, 3rd in Declamation
Jake Miller, 3rd Lincoln Douglas debate.
Wood County Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Due to secondary road conditions, expected refreezing of roadway surfaces, and overnight temperatures, Wood County Schools will remain closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Please note: The 2nd nine-weeks ending date will move to Friday, January 24, 2025.