Preston County Schools

Aurora Alt Bus Route for tomorrow the 27th - Aurora and PHS students on that route - Bus 64-15 Rebecca Poole Youghiogheny Dr

Just a reminder we’d love to see you tomorrow night!! Let’s pack the Castle in a Pink Out!! HISTORY MADE 🏰 🩷 For the first time in school history, the Knights will be hosting a Regional Playoff game! 🗓️ Friday, Feb. 27 ⏰ 7:00 PM Wear your PINK for a Pink Out & help us PACK THE CASTLE as we cheer our Knights to a victory! Thank you to Melissa Hayes @ White House Photography for this fantastic shot!!

Alternate Bus Routes for Thursday, February 26th, 2026: (Bruceton & PHS students in Bruceton) These are located at: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/6123482/WINTER_ALTERNATIVE_STOP_SCHEDULES__6_.pdf Bruceton Area:Bus 10-23, Richard Mitchell and Bus 75-16, Shelly Wolfe will be using alternate stop locations.

Alt. Bus Routes for the 26th - Aurora - Bus 64-15 Rebecca Poole for Youghiogheny Drive Kingwood - Bus 71-16 Roger Deberry

Please complete the survey for PCS at https://forms.office.com/r/vxf8e4Sw8k
Preston County Schools is surveying for interest to offer a bi-weekly pick-up for summer lunches (10 milks and 10 lunches every two weeks) beginning on June 16th -All meals are chef-prepared in a licensed central kitchen. They are kid-friendly, nutrient-dense, and include both a vegetable and fruit component with each entrée. They are Individually sealed, 3-compartment frozen meals, that can either be reheated via microwave or oven. (Summer schools will be fed on-site; this is the option for non-summer school participants. Pick-up location is still TBD every 2 weeks beginning June 16th and ending July 28th - 4 pick-up dates, 40 meals and milks total - FREE for all children under age 18 not participating. These meals come 10 to a box, then you'll be provided with 10, shelf-stable milks (5 white and 5 chocolate)

Next week is Read Across America Week, celebrated from March 2nd to the 6th, beginning on the birthday of the beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss. The entire month of March, in fact, is dedicated to reading. Through our Beanstack Challenges, publicizing our local library reading challenges, and regular encouragement from staff to read for 20 minutes a day, Preston County Schools supports the importance of reading and literacy across all grade-levels. Be sure to follow your individual school's socials for special dress-up days next week. Happy Reading!

Preston County Schools are now closed for today, Wednesday, February 25th. Students do not report , 240-day staff, not already reporting are to report on a 2-hour delay, and all other staff does not report.

Alt Bus Route Change Bruceton for 25th - Bus 22-21 Gerri Shaffer, will not need to use the alternate route. She'll run regular route.

Additional Alt Bus Route for tomorrow the 25th - Aurora and PHS students on that route - Bus 64-15 Rebecca Poole Youghiogheny Dr

Alternate Bus Routes for Wednesday, February 25th, 2026: (Bruceton, Kingwood and PHS students in those areas) These are located at: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/6123482/WINTER_ALTERNATIVE_STOP_SCHEDULES__6_.pdf Bruceton Area:Bus 10-23, Richard Mitchell will be using alternate stop locations Bus 75-16, Shelly Wolfe will be using alternate stop locations Bus 69-18, Shelley Reckart will be using alternate stop locations Kingwood: Bus 71-16 Roger Deberry will be using alternate stop locations tomorrow Bus 40-22 Tony Goff (Grapethicket) alternate stop locations

Preston County Schools are now closed for today, Tuesday, February 24th. Students do not report and all extra-curricular activities are cancelled. 240-day staff, not already reporting are to report on a 2-hour delay and all other staff does not report.

Alternate Bus Routes for Tuesday, February 24th, 2026: (Bruceton, Kingwood and PHS students in those areas) These are located at: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/6123482/WINTER_ALTERNATIVE_STOP_SCHEDULES__6_.pdf Bruceton Area: Bus 22-21, Gerri Shaffer will be using alternate stop locations Bus 10-23, Richard Mitchell will be using alternate stop locations Bus 75-16, Shelly Wolfe will be using alternate stop locations Bus 69-18, Shelley Reckart will be using alternate stop locations Kingwood: Bus 71-16 Roger Deberry will be using alternate stop locations tomorrow Bus 40-22 Tony Goff (Grapethicket) alternate stop locations

Preston County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24th. Maintenance, mechanics, & custodians report on a regular schedule, & all other students & staff will report on a 2-hour delay. Road conditions will be assessed in the morning to determine school status.

This week is National Public Schools Week. More than 90% of students in the state attend public schools, and these schools are meeting the growing needs of students in unique ways. From academics to the developmental, nutritional and socio-emotional needs of children, public school administrators, educators and personnel continue to care for 235,000 public school students in the Mountain State, including those right here in Preston County. Preston County Schools is proud of the work of our dedicated staff and don't take our roles in our students' lives for granted. Thank you for allowing us to educate your children, and our future. #PublicSchoolProudWV

Please join PCS in celebrating and recognizing National FFA Week. FFA is the top school-based youth leadership development organization in the country, with more than one million members in all 50 states, as well as two territories, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Formerly known as Future Farmers of America, the organization was rebranded as FFA because it now equips students with the skills to pursue more than 350 careers in business, science, engineering, education, communications, policy, and more. PCS is fortunate and thankful to have such a strong representation and mentorship in FFA and through the Ag programs at PHS.

Preston County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for tomorrow, Monday, February 23rd. Maintenance, mechanics, & custodians report on a regular schedule, & all other students & staff will report on a 2-hour delay. Road conditions will be assessed in the morning to assess the need for possible cancellation of school. The scheduled BOE meeting will proceed as scheduled at 10 AM.

Preston County Schools is working with the county Health Department on multiple confirmed RSV virus cases in one of the kindergarten classrooms at West Preston School. If your child is showing symptoms, please contact your child's primary care provider. Attached is an information sheet regarding RSV for your review.

Bruceton Bus Announcement- Bus 50-25, Bill Knotts, will be running approximately 15 minutes late this morning.