Due to the current and predicted weather conditions, all schools in Pocahontas County will be closed on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Whoosh, whoosh! ⛷️
Thank you to Snowshoe Mountain for sponsoring this fantastic program for our students and staff! Grab your proof of enrollment & head to the Depot to pick yours up! ❄️
#CommunityPartners #SnowshoeMountainResort #NaturesMountainClassroom #GreatThingsAtPCS
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It's officially winter weather season! 🥶
You can stay up to date on the latest Pocahontas County school closings & delays by following our social media page, downloading our app, and making sure your child's school has the most up-to-date contact information for robocalls. ❄⛄
We have just received confirmation from Santa that he will visit Hillsboro Elementary on Saturday November 30th during the craft fair. He will be here from 11:00-1:00. Bring your camera for pictures.
The countdown is on! 🍂🦃
Just a friendly reminder that Thanksgiving Break is right around the corner! Next week, schools will be closed from 11/25/2024-11/29/2024. It's the perfect time to enjoy some family bonding, delicious food, and a well-deserved break.
#ThanksgivingBreak #Thankful #HolidaysAtPCS
Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🍁
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If you are thinking of Christmas gifts, check out Rada. Items are shipped directly to your house.
Thank you!
November is designated National Diabetes Month. It's time to bring attention to diabetes and its impact on millions of Americans. Hillsboro Elementary 5th grader Kendyl Hummel wants to encourage everyone to wear blue on November 19th to bring awareness to Diabetes.
📅 Apply Today! Visit our website: https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment for more details and to submit your application.
Let’s inspire the next generation together! 🌟👩🏫👨🏫 #TeachingJobs #Education #JoinOurTeam #HiringNow #GreatThingsAtPCS
Honoring Our Military Families 🩷
This Military Family Appreciation Month, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the brave families who support our service members. Your strength, resilience, and sacrifices do not go unnoticed. 💙
We are excited to announce a new resource for our military families! Visit our new webpage on the district website for support, resources, and community connections tailored just for you.
🔗 https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/military-families
Thank you for your service and dedication. We are proud to have you as part of our school community. 🇺🇸
#MilitaryFamilyAppreciationMonth #ThankYou #CommunityStrong
As a reward for their attendance students who attended school every day in October were treated to some fun Bingo!
Hillsboro Elementary honors our star students for October based on exceptional compassion.
We believe in the power of kindness to transform our community. Today, let’s celebrate by spreading kindness in every corner of our schools and beyond. 💖
Here are some ways to show kindness today:
Smile at someone new 😊
Help a friend or teacher 🤝
Share a kind word or note 📝
Volunteer for a good cause 🌍
Let’s make our school a beacon of kindness and positivity. Together, we can make a difference! 🌈✨
#WorldKindnessDay #SpreadKindness #SchoolCommunity #BeKind #GreatThingsAtPCS
📢 Reminder! You can stay updated with the Pocahontas County Board of Education 🌟
🔗BOE Meeting "Live stream" link: https://bit.ly/PCS_BOE_Live
📄 Also available: Meeting Recordings, agendas, previous meeting minutes, and more! ➡https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/board-of-education-links
Our school district is thrilled to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and ParentGuidance.org to offer FREE coaching sessions for parents! 🎉
👨👩👧👦 Why Join?
Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced coaches on how to support your child’s emotional and academic growth.
Flexible Scheduling: Sessions are designed to fit into your busy life.
Community Support: Connect with other parents and share experiences.
🔗 How to Register? Visit https://cookcenter.info/coaching or scan the QR code below
Let’s work together to create a supportive and thriving environment for our children. 💪✨
#ParentGuidance #SchoolDistrict #ParentingSupport #Community #GreatThingsAtPCS
Shout out to Hillsboro Staff
🚨 Attention Students and Parents! 🚨
Energy drinks can pose serious health risks, such as:
💔 Heart Issues: Palpitations, high blood pressure, and even heart failure. 💧 Dehydration: They don’t hydrate you properly. 😰 Anxiety: Feelings of nervousness and jitters. 🌙 Sleep Problems: Insomnia and sleep disturbances. ⚠️ Addiction: They can be addictive. 👶 Harm to Kids: Negative effects on developing nervous and cardiovascular systems. 🤢 Other Issues: Digestive problems, bone loss, and upset stomach.
These drinks are loaded with caffeine and other stimulants like taurine, guarana, and ginseng, which can spike your heart rate and blood pressure.
Healthy Alternatives to Boost Energy: 🍎 Eat nutritious meals 💤 Get enough sleep 💧 Stay hydrated with water 🏃♂️ Move around or exercise when tired ☕ Gradually reduce caffeine intake
Stay safe and make healthy choices! 💪 #HealthyLiving #StaySafe #SchoolHealth
Do you remember submitting Box Tops to school? Now, download the Box Top app to seamlessly track earnings automatically from Walmart purchases and scan receipts from other stores supporting HES. Download the Box Top App and connect your Walmart account in November and HES earns an extra $5.00. What are you waiting for?
A few reminders about the upcoming Veteran's Day holiday:
First, all 5 district schools will be hosting Veteran's Day Programs, and those details can be found on the Pocahontas County Schools website. We would be honored for you to join us at those events.
Additionally, on Monday, November 11th, all schools will be closed to observe the national Veteran's Day holiday.
Lastly, the Pocahontas County School District wishes to extend our sincerest gratitude to our Veterans for their service.
#Thankyouveterans #GreatThingsAtPCS
