Homecoming 2024 dance picture prices. This year pictures will be delivered digitally.
🌧️ Important Update: Unfortunately, the weather hasn't cooperated with us today, so the Homecoming Parade will not be held.
Elementary students will leave the Molasses Festival at 1 PM and return to their respective schools. Evening dismissal will proceed at the normal time.
The game and evening homecoming activities will continue as scheduled.
Please share this update. Stay dry and safe, everyone!
GAME DAY!
First Lady Justice
Friends With Paws celebrates therapy dog at Calhoun County Middle High School
MOUNT ZION, WV – First Lady Cathy Justice announced today that one of the state’s newest therapy dogs through the Friends With Paws program is thriving and doing incredible work at Calhoun County Middle High School.
Coco is a male Chocolate Labrador Retriever and was celebrated during a Pup Rally held at the school. Representatives from the First Lady’s Office, along with students, faculty, staff, and several other local leaders, were in attendance.
While Coco is the 29th dog placed through the program, a total of 38 Friends With Paws therapy dogs have been placed throughout the state.
"We are thrilled to celebrate Coco at Calhoun County Middle High School," First Lady Cathy Justice said. "Therapy dogs like Coco offer so much more than just a friendly face—they provide comfort, reduce stress, and create a calming environment for our students. These dogs are making a real difference, offering support when it's needed most, helping children feel safe, and encouraging emotional well-being. Coco will be a cherished companion and an important part of this school's journey toward a brighter, healthier future."
The Friends With Paws program places certified therapy dogs in several schools across the state, providing companionship and comfort for students in need of a boost.
Therapy dogs are specially trained to provide comfort and support to people in various tense environments. They can help people feel at ease, improve their mood, relieve anxiety, and remove social barriers. Therapy dogs are highly trained and certified to show their ability to work in stressful environments, ignore distractions, and provide therapy to people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
"Coco fosters meaningful relationships and provides comfort to both students and staff, showing us that compassion and connection can profoundly enhance our school community," Michael Fitzwater, Superintendent of Calhoun County Schools, said.
Following today's assembly, students and staff had the chance to spend extra time with Coco.
"Calhoun Middle High School believes that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to thrive,” Michelle Paxton, Principal at Calhoun Middle High School said. “Therapy dogs, such as Coco, provide unique emotional support, and we are excited to see how this initiative can positively impact our students at Calhoun Middle High School.”
The Friends With Paws program is a partnership between the Governor’s Office, West Virginia Communities In Schools (CIS) Nonprofit, and the West Virginia Department of Education. Therapy dogs are placed in schools within CIS counties where students are disproportionately affected by poverty, substance misuse, or other at-risk situations, and are in the greatest need of a support animal. The dogs serve as a healthy and friendly outlet for these students to address trauma and other social-emotional issues.
“Coco has made an incredible impact at Calhoun Middle High School,” Assistant Superintendent of Calhoun County Schools Jeannie Bennett-Yoak said. “His presence brings joy, comfort, and a sense of calm to our students and staff alike. We are immensely grateful to First Lady Justice, her dedicated staff, Ultimate Canine, and Communities in Schools for providing such a valuable resource. The bond Coco has formed with our school community is truly uplifting and has significantly enhanced the emotional well-being of everyone here.”
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Get your Dancing Shoes On! Homecoming Dance 2024 will be on Saturday September 28th, 2024 from 7pm-10pm for grades 9-12 here at CCMHS. This is a formal dance, no jeans, dirty boots or casual attire will be allowed.
CMHS Athletic Schedule this week!
Date:September 23, 2024
Time:11:00 AM
Location: Calhoun Middle High School
Join us for an exciting: Pup Rally in support of Coco on Monday, September 23, at 11:00 AM! This fun and lively event will feature a special appearance by First Lady Justice, who will be joining the celebration to show her support.
This rally is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, meet Coco, and enjoy a day of festivities. Don’t miss out on the chance to participate in this event full of enthusiasm, and let’s rally behind Coco!
Come out and be part of the excitement! Let’s make this Pup Rally one to remember!
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Thank you so much for my treats, Adam and Chase Francis! -Love Coco
An appointment to a U.S. Service Academy is a fully funded education opportunity valued from $240,000 to more than $400,000.
Last year, students attending or who have attended schools in Berkeley, Brooke, Cabell, Fayette, Hancock, Hardy, Harrison, Jefferson, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marion, Mercer, Monongalia, Monroe, Ohio, and Putnam counties received appointments to United States Service Academies and Preparatory Schools. Most began their journeys this summer.
WV students graduated from U.S. Service Academies in 2024 and are moving forward to fantastic careers in various fields. Our WV students are more than capable of meeting the challenge of graduating from these prestigious institutions, but they must be aware of these opportunities in order to take advantage of them.
The key to a student’s success (besides academic, physical, and extracurricular achievements) is being informed about potential opportunities at these educational institutions and starting the information gathering process as early as possible. It is also important that they have an informed support system to assist them in navigating the application stage.
We are writing to request that you spread the word to all of your students and families that Academy Day 2024 will be held for any and all students, parents, guardians and school officials interested in learning more about U.S. service academies (Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, Military/West Point, Naval).
We will also have representatives from local ROTC programs on hand to discuss ROTC scholarship opportunities. Mock interviews will be offered and a representative from the Dept. of Defense’s Medical Examination Review Board will join us on Saturday, September 28, 2024 and Sunday, September 29, 2024.
Academy Day is an opportunity for students, parents, guardians, and school officials to ask questions and obtain information regarding the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy as well as the ROTC scholarship process.
No Registration Required.
Students who want to attend a prestigious U.S. Service Academy or ROTC program are generally more successful when they begin planning courses and extracurricular activities early in their academic career. Please attend and encourage middle and high school aged students and parents to attend.
Next week is Homecoming 2024 and is spirit week at Calhoun County Middle/High School. All students/staff are invited to dress for spirit week. Please show your support for our Red Devil Football team!
All outfits/costumes must be school appropriate!
A message from Superintendent Michael Fitzwater:
Today, Governor Justice has proclaimed it Service Personnel Day! I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Your care for our students truly makes a difference in their lives.
You play a crucial role in shaping their futures, and we want you to know how much we appreciate everything you do. Your impact is immense, and we are so thankful for you!
There are several benefits to having Coco as part of our Calhoun Family!
Bus #30 is running approximately 30 minutes behind schedule. Apologies for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.
Hello. We are pleased to inform you that students who took the WVGSA in spring 2024 will receive an email at their K12 email account. This email will containing an access code & link to the online Family Portal where you can see your child’s results. Also, there is a link to an individual student video score report, customized specifically for your child.
Students will be reviewing the information in class and for your convenience, we are also sending printed versions home. I encourage you to go online and review the information there. The site has more information and resources about the assessment.
If you have any difficulty, please contact your child’s school for assistance.
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Coco is a proud Red Devil and has enjoyed getting to know all of his kids in Calhoun County Schools. He attends school daily to help support students' academic goals, improved attendance, social skills, and emotional well-being.
If you would like to purchase an item from Coco's Wishlist, please follow the link and it will be shipped directly to him!
CMHS Athletic Schedule for the week!
Tonight's HS Volleyball game vs. Parkersburg Catholic has been postponed. Watch for updates for make up date!