Calhoun County Schools

🥕🥔 Soup-er News for Next Week’s Parent-Child Group! 🥔🥕 Hey Parents! Next week, we’re stirring up something special: veggie soup for snack time! That’s right – it’s time to get souped up! Join us at Pleasant Hill Elementary on Monday at 4:30 p.m. or at Arnoldsburg Elementary on Friday at 1:30 p.m. for a cozy bowl of homemade veggie goodness. We can’t wait to get toasty with you all!

Today is World Kindness Day. Calhoun County Schools is promoting kindness by participating in several activities with our students, one of which includes the Kindness paper chain, being displayed down the hallways. Each chain has a positive quote or random act of kindness that reminds students and staff of the importance of being aware of the words we use with each other and the positive actions we take. In recognition of World Kindness Day, let's work together to make the world a better place.

Calhoun County Schools is working hard to promote attendance and reduce chronic absenteeism. Attendance is an instrumental part of academic success. Getting your child to school on-time, every day, unless they are sick, is something that you can do to ensure your child has a chance to succeed in school. You can promote good attendance when you: Establish and stick to the basic routines (going to bed early, waking up on time, etc.) that will help your child develop the habit of on-time attendance. Talk to your child about why going to school every day is critical and important unless they are sick. If your child seems reluctant to go to school, find out why and work with the teacher, administrator or afterschool provider to get them excited about going to school. Come up with back up plans for who to turn to (another family member, a neighbor or fellow parents) to help you get your child to school if something comes up (e.g. another child gets sick, your car breaks down, etc.). Reach out for help if you are experiencing tough times (e.g. transportation, unstable housing, loss of a job, health problems) that make it difficult to get your child to school. Other parents, your child’s teacher, principal, social worker, school nurse, afterschool providers or community agencies can help you problem solve or connect you to a needed resource. If your child is absent, work with the teacher to make sure she or he has an opportunity to learn and make up for the academics missed. https://5il.co/30y94

🎉 Join the Fun! 🎉 Come be part of our Kindergarten Readiness Groups, where we explore exciting new themes every month! This month's theme is food and nutrition. We meet at: Pleasant Hill Elementary: Tuesdays at 4:30 PM Arnoldsburg Elementary: Fridays at 1:30 PM Special Note: On Tuesday, November 12, Pleasant Hill Elementary will also be hosting the LSIC board meeting in the evening, so plan to join us for an evening of community involvement! Your little ones will enjoy stories and activities that make learning fun and engaging. Don’t miss out on the adventure—see you there! 😊

🚨 Exciting News for Calhoun County Schools! 🚨 We're thrilled to announce that we've been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Sisters Health Foundation! This incredible opportunity will allow our students to participate in the "Not on Tobacco" cessation course and engage in mental health initiatives through the "Brother Up" program with Michelle Toman and Barri Faucett. We are deeply grateful for this chance to enhance education and provide valuable opportunities for students, parents, and our community. A huge thank you to our dedicated grant writing committee: Mrs. Jeannie Bennett-Yoak, Mrs. Destiney Montgomery, Mrs. Michelle Toman, and Ms. Amy Cottrell. Your hard work made this possible! 🌟 #CalhounProud #CalhounCountySchools #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthAwareness #EducationMatters #Grateful #ChangeMakers #BeAGoodHuman Feel free to spread the word and join us in celebrating this achievement! 🙌

Good morning! There will be another Meghan's Law/FERPA Parent-Volunteer training offered next Tuesday, November 12th 2024, at 2:00 PM. This training will take place at CMHS. All coaches and volunteers must receive this training before they may participate. If you have any questions or would like further info, please feel free to reach out to Charlotte Squires at 304-354-6148 ext. 218, or email at Charlotte.Squires@k12.wv.us. Thank you!

Reminder: No school on Monday, November 4, 2024 and Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Enjoy your long weekend.

The levy will provide funding for maintenance, facility improvements, and equipment at Calhoun County Schools. With these funds, we plan to upgrade our sports facilities, ensuring safe, high-quality spaces for our students and youth. Additionally, we hope to use part of this funding to purchase playground equipment for Calhoun Middle High School. This levy will support ongoing facility upkeep and necessary equipment purchases, directly benefiting our students and community.

Bus 10 and Bus 11 will be operating on alternative routes. Please note that Bus 11 will turn at the intersection of Yellow Creek on the Rt. 5 side. Thank you for your understanding!

Due to a water line break, Calhoun County Schools will dismiss students around 2:15 PM today. Please make any necessary arrangements. Thank you for your understanding.

Bus 23 is currently running behind schedule. Students from Bus 23 will be picked up by Bus 29. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Calling all parents! Join us for our Early Learning Empowerment Workshops, designed to help you set your child up for success in school. This session, we're diving into strategies to tackle transitions and fun activities that make them easier for you and your little one! Plus, we've got a cozy coffee bar, refreshing water, and delicious donuts to keep you fueled while we learn and connect. And as a bonus, attending gives you a chance to win a Blackstone Grill in June! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to support your child’s learning journey. This months door prize is a BISSELL CleanView Compact Upright Vacuum.

Good morning! There will be another Meghan's Law/FERPA Parent-Volunteer training offered next Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, at 2:00 PM. This training will take place at CMHS. All coaches and volunteers must receive this training before they may participate. If you have any questions or would like further info, please feel free to reach out to Charlotte Squires at 304-354-6148 ext. 218, or email at Charlotte.Squires@k12.wv.us. Thank you!

The levy will fund a Prevention Resource Officer for the county, enhancing security in our school and providing valuable support to staff. We’re proud of our amazing police department here in Calhoun, and this will allow us to have an officer dedicated specifically to the school system. Their presence will strengthen the safety and security of both students and staff. Additionally, the officer will be able to assist with educational components in our classes, further enriching our school environment.

We all know how essential school nurses are to the well-being of our students and staff. Our current school nurse plays a crucial role in the daily routine—whether it's caring for sick students, assisting staff, or handling emergencies. The School Levy would allow us to hire an additional nurse to float between Pleasant Hill Elementary and Arnoldsburg Elementary. This would greatly benefit both students and staff across the county.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are excited to offer support during the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences with a special station for parents needing assistance with accessing the WVEIS grade system. Dates and locations are as follows: • Arnoldsburg Elementary School and Pleasant Hill Elementary School: October 22, 2024, from 4-7 PM • Calhoun Middle/High School: October 24, 2024, from 4-7 PM Feel free to stop by during these times for guidance on how to access your child’s grades online. We look forward to seeing you there!

Attention, Calhoun community! Please be aware that Calhoun Middle High School will be conducting practice safety drills today around noon. These drills are a crucial part of ensuring the safety and preparedness of our students and staff. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Calhoun County Schools Levy on November 5th Calhoun County Schools will be running an excess school levy on November 5th. Here are some key points about what the levy will support: 1. School Safety and Security: The levy will provide funding for, but not limited to, a school nurse, a preventative resource officer, and a Technology System Specialist. 2. Facilities and Equipment: Funds will go toward playground equipment for CMHS, improvements and maintenance of county-wide athletic facilities, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Additionally, it will support maintenance and custodial supplies. 3. Extracurricular Support: The levy will help fund extracurricular trips, providing more opportunities for our students. 4. Summer School: Funding will be available to support summer school programs. 5. Supplemental Salaries: The levy will offer supplemental salaries for all staff members. 6. Elementary Art Programs: The levy will provide an art cart for elementary students at PHE and AES, enhancing creative opportunities for our youngest learners.

Join us on October 15th for our Story Walk Pumpkin Patch event at the Calhoun Middle-High baseball field from 4 to 6 p.m.! We have an exciting evening planned, featuring our Story Walk, pumpkin picking, an art station, vendors, snacks and drinks, and much more. Plus, the WVU Mountaineer will be making a special appearance! There will also be door prizes for both parents/caregivers and kids. You won’t want to miss it!

Join us on October 15th for our Story Walk Pumpkin Patch event at the Calhoun Middle-High baseball field from 4 to 6 p.m.! We have an exciting evening planned, featuring our Story Walk, pumpkin picking, an art station, vendors, snacks and drinks, and much more. Plus, there will be door prizes for both parents/caregivers and kids. You won’t want to miss it!