🎉🌶️ A HUGE THANK YOU to all the amazing businesses donating prizes for our Kids Chili Cook-Off! 🌟 Your generosity makes this event extra special for our young chefs!

🏆🔥 We couldn’t do it without you! ❤️

👉 Come cheer them on at the Christmas Craft Fair – November 15th! 🎄✨

#KidsChiliCookOff #CommunityStrong #ThankYou #SpiceItUp #HillsboroPride
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
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Public House
Amazing achievement for the students, staff, and community of Hillsboro Elementary School!
about 1 month ago, Hillsboro Elementary School
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achievement letter

📢 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 🌟

about 1 month 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.
Our Veterans' Day Program will be at 11:25 this morning.
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons

🎲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! 💛

about 1 month 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
A heartfelt thank you to the Hillsboro Pub for treating the staff of Hillsboro Elementary School to a delicious lunch! We truly appreciate the warm community support and the wonderful meal of chicken alfredo, side salad, and herb bread. Your generosity means so much to us!💕
about 1 month ago, Hillsboro Elementary School
Hillsboro Pub
Hillsboro Pub
🎉 Mark Your Calendars! 🎉

🍲 Kids Chili Cook-Off at Hillsboro Elementary School 🍲

📅 Saturday, November 15th

📍 HES Gymnasium – During the Christmas Craft Fair
Come out and support our talented young chefs as they showcase their best chili recipes! These kids have been working hard, and they’re excited to share their creations with the community.

🏆 Tasting, Judging, and Awards

💵 Proceeds go toward food items for children in Pocahontas County
Let’s rally together to support our youth and help make a difference in our community!
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
Info
Girls scouts will meet after school tomorrow. Girls will need a note to walk to the library with Ms. Connie. Plan to be at the library at 5:00 for paperwork.
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
🎉 A Huge Thank You to the Wing2Wing Foundation! 🎉

Hillsboro Elementary School extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Wing2Wing Foundation for their generous donation. Your support helps us continue providing meaningful experiences and opportunities for our students. We are truly grateful for your commitment to education and community growth!

Let’s build a better future for West Virginia

Aspiration and talent are equally distributed across a population, but opportunity is not. The Wing 2 Wing Foundation is focused on changing that reality through its support and investments in education, entrepreneurship, and the environment.

💙📚 #ThankYou #Wing2WingFoundation #HillsboroElementary #CommunitySupport
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
🎉 Hillsboro Elementary Celebrates October Star Students! 🌟

We’re proud to recognize our amazing students who demonstrated outstanding Cooperation throughout October! 👫🤝

Each Star Student received a certificate and was honored during breakfast in front of staff and peers. 🍽️✨

Thank you for showing us what teamwork and kindness look like every day. Keep shining, Stars! 💫

#HillsboroElementary #StarStudents #CooperationMatters #StudentSuccess #ProudSchoolMoment
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
October
🌮🎉 Taco 'Bout Attendance! 🎉🌮

Hillsboro Elementary showed up for our Taco Attendance Challenge — and the results were nacho average! 🧡💯

Our perfect attendance in October, and our students and staff proved that being present is the first step to success. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day deliciously fun and meaningful!

👏 Special shoutout to our staff and students who made it all happen by showing up every day.

Let’s keep the momentum going — because every day counts! 🌟

#TacoBoutAttendance #HillsboroElementary #EveryDayMatters
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
Attendance
Attendance
🎄✨ Mark Your Calendars for November 15th! ✨🎄

Join us at Hillsboro Elementary School for a festive day full of holiday cheer, creativity, and delicious chili!

🛍️ Craft Fair Highlights
We’ll have 18 amazing crafters offering a wide variety of goodies including:
🧼 Handmade soaps
🍬 Candies & homemade treats
🧶 Crochet items
🎁 Gift baskets
🧺 Quilts
🎨 Painted shells & rocks
💅 Color Street nails
🎟️ PMH Auxiliary raffle baskets
… and so much more! It’s the perfect chance to kick off your holiday shopping with something special for everyone!

🌶️ Kids Chili Cook-Off

We have 9 talented young chefs ready to impress with their chili creations!
Come sample their entries and vote for your favorite — support our local youth and enjoy some tasty fun!

🎅 Plus: Concessions, free kids crafts by YHS, and a whole lot of holiday spirit!

📍 Where: Hillsboro Elementary School
🕘 When: Saturday, November 15th
🎉 Time: During the Christmas Craft Fair

Let’s make it a day to remember — bring your friends, family, and appetite! ❤️
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
Menu Changes

Tuesday, November 4th: Chicken Alfredo

Monday, November 10th: Salisbury Steak
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
📢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.
about 1 month ago, Kristi Hamons
Image of an announcement with bell, PCS logo and bull horns. Text: 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.portant Announcement
🌶️ Kids Chili Cook-Off Update! 🌶️

We’ve got 9 mouthwatering chili entries already, and the competition is heating up! 🔥
Today is the LAST DAY to sign up!

📞 Call Hillsboro Elementary School now to get your entry in and be part of the fun at the Christmas Craft Fair on November 15!

Each participant receives $25 for supplies, and awards will be given for the top chilies!

Don't miss your chance to show off your cooking skills and spice up the day!
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons
🕰️ 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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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!

about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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
🎃 Hillsboro Elementary Halloween Parade 🎃

Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025 (Yes, the 30th)
Time: 1:30 PM

Location: Starting at Hillsboro Elementary and proceeding down Route 219
Come cheer on our students as they show off their costumes in our annual Halloween Parade!
Families and community members are invited to line the route and celebrate with us.

👻 Important Notes:

In case of rain, the parade will be held in the school gym.
For the safety of our children, we kindly ask that spectators do not wear masks.

We look forward to seeing you there!
about 1 month ago, Heather Simmons