This announcement is for Pleasant Hill students, parents, and staff. We are excited to announce that Kelly Paving will be at Pleasant Hill School on Monday, August 29, to start paving the parking lot. They will start after the students arrive and hopefully end before the students are released.
Staff will need to park at Pleasant Hill Church on Monday. I know this is a minor inconvenience, but it will be worth it once the paving is completed. Thank you for your understanding. If any student needs to be picked up during the day Monday, the parents will need to call the school so someone can walk the student to the road. The parking lot will be closed this weekend for prep. work. Thanks,
This year, the goal that our Communities in Schools (CIS) team is working on for each school is to improve attendance. Check out these 10 facts about school attendance. Attendance is a pivotal component of our students education. Let’s work together to ensure our students attend regularly.
Calhoun County Schools would like to thank Michael Fitzwater, Richard Parsons, JP Posey, Rusty Richards, Jim Helmick, and Brent Anderson for their hard work on the new sidewalk at PHE. They worked in the hot and humid weather to get the new sidewalk completed. The next step is the parking lot paving that will take place soon. Please continue to be patient with us as we finish up this project. Mother nature has not been kind with all the rain.
Our Student Services team would like to thank FBLA for their generous donation of care kits for students who enter foster care. THANK YOU!
Student Services is looking for donations for pants hangers for the new school store, "The Red Devil Exchange." If you would like to make a donation of pants hangers, please drop off during normal school hours or contact Charlotte Squires (304) 354-6148 ext. 220, and we can arrange a pick-up. Thank you!
Join Early Steps to Kindergarten Readiness this Friday at Pleasant Hill Elementary from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and Arnoldburg Elementary School from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Each week we have a fun parent-child activity. This week we will be talking about cooperative play and playing board games to help understand the importance of sharing and taking turns. Our take home book this week will be "Peter's Chair".
Open to all Calhoun residents with children ages 3-5 years old.
For more information contact: Debra Smith, Community Ambassador
(304) 354-6022/(304) 655-8616
Good morning
Due to flooding Bus 12 will not be running this morning.
Good morning
Chris Lacy’s bus will be approximately 12 minutes late this morning.
Thanks
Good morning,
Chris Lacy’s bus 11 will be delayed this morning due to a tree in the road. We do not have an estimated delay at this time.
Early Steps to School Success
Free early childhood education services to children birth through five years of age and support for their parents or caregivers.
Assist children with early language, literacy, math, social, and emotional development.
The result will be a strong foundation of learning for the child which will prepare him/her for success in school!
Program Activities:
Two home visits each month from an early childhood educator
o Fun parent-child activities!
o Developmental screenings.
o Support and connections to community resources.
Parent/child groups and story book hours.
A book bag exchange program for children
Brain building tips for everyday moments.
Children ages birth to 24 months of age and/or pregnant women.
*Free of charge
To enroll or to find out more information contact:
Suzanne Allen, E.C.C AES (304) 655-8616 Michele Hipp, E.C.C Pleasant Hill School (304) 354-6022
• Spaces are limited so we encourage you to enroll today.
Calhoun County Schools has left over Surplus items in the auxiliary gym at CMHS. These items are FREE on a first come, first serve basis. If you would like any of these items, you must come to the front entrance of CMHS and check in at the office. Items include metal desks, chairs, tables, and miscellaneous.
Early Steps to School Success Kindergarten Readiness Program
Free early childhood education services to children three through five years of age and support for their parents or caregivers
Assist children with early language, literacy, math, social, and emotional development
The result will be a strong foundation of learning for the child which will prepare him/her for success in school!
Program Activities
Weekly In-person groups are held at PHE every Friday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and at AES every Friday from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
o Fun parent-child activities!
o Developmental screenings
o Support and connections to community resources
Parent/child groups and story book hours.
A book bag exchange program for children
Brain building tips for everyday moments.
To enroll or to find out more information contact:
• Spaces are limited so we encourage you to enroll today.
You should register if:
• Your child is 3—5 years old
• If you are interested in preparing your child for kindergarten!
• Help introduce your child to peers and school setting.
• Help with transitioning into school setting.
Children ages 3 to 5 years of age.
*Free of charge
Debra Smith, Kindergarten Readiness Ambassador at P.H.E (304) 354-6022 or A.E.S (304) 655-8616
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On Thursday, August 18th we will welcome back the following grades;
1 ,2 ,3, 6, 8, 10 and 12th
On Friday, August 19th all grades except preschool will attend.
Please be understanding with us, the state has transitioned to a new information system. We are working hard to get our programs to talk to the new system. Please be early to the bus stop. Bus times are approximate.
Welcome Back
Good Evening,
On Tuesday, August 16th we will have the annual Back to School Bash at CMHS from 4:00-6:00. Calhoun County Schools along with several vendors will be passing out school supplies. Please come out and get all of the school supplies you will need for a great school year.
5th and 9th-grade orientation will take place during the Back to School Bash.
I hope to see you at these events.
The first day of school is on Wednesday, August 17 for students in grades; K, 4, 5,7, 9, and 11.
The first day of school is on Thursday, August 18 for students in grades; 1, 2, 3, 6 ,8, 10, and 12.
On Friday, August 19th all grades except preschool will attend.
Happy School Year
Kelli Whytsell.
Welcome Back,
We are excited to welcome you back to a new school year. The teachers, service personnel, and administration have worked hard this summer getting things ready for your return.
The year kicks off with Open Houses at AES and PHE Monday, August 15th, from 4:00-6:00. Please join me at these open houses for a good time.
On Tuesday, August 16th, we will have the annual Back to School Bash at CMHS from 4:00-6:00. Calhoun County Schools and several vendors will be passing out school supplies. Please come out and get all the school supplies you will need for a great school year.
I hope to see you at these events.
Happy School Year
Kelli Whytsell.
Good Evening,
Calhoun County Schools will start on Wednesday, August 17th.
Please plan for extra time on your drive.
The next turn you go around may have a stopped bus loading or unloading children.
Use extreme caution when passing children standing along the road.
NEVER PASS A STOPPED BUS WITH IT'S RED LIGHTS ON AND IT'S STOP SIGN OUT.
Please help us protect all of our children.
Please, check out our Student Services newsletter for this month!
2022-2023 Calhoun County Academic School Calendar
Calhoun County Board of Education voted last night to run a School Excess Levy on November 8, 2022, to support the students of Calhoun County. We will be scheduling informational Community Chats to share information about the excess levy. The first Community Chat will be next Tuesday, August 16 at the Back to School Bash from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This event will be held at the Calhoun Middle High School. Please come out and get free school supplies and learn how the School Excess Levy will support the students of Calhoun County.
Calhoun parents/guardians,
Check out this awesome opportunity made possible by our Save The Children Partners. We would love to see Calhoun County well represented by our children and families.
