Today's Board of Education meeting was full of recognitions. Preston County Schools is always happy when given the opportunity to showcase and recognize our amazing students and student athletes. The PCBOE had the opportunity to recognize the PHS Skills USA participants who represented us so great, our always incredible FFA students, and the never disappointing PHS Cross Country Teams. We're so proud of all of these students.
Menu Change for Tuesday, 11-19. Due to an unavailability issue from distribution, the 19th will no longer be a BBQ Rib sandwich, but will be replaced with a bbq pulled pork sandwich. All other accompaniments are the same.
Today isn't just another day off from school or work. Preston County Schools will always honor and remember and would like to thank all our Veterans. We thank those who served, and those who are still serving. We are Preston Proud and Strong, because you've sacrificed so we can be. Thank you.
Tryouts for boys' basketball at Terra Alta / East Preston School will be taking place on Tuesday, November 12th immediately after school. Interested players need to have a physical and proof of insurance by Tuesday in advance of tryouts.
Preston High School's Annual Veteran's Day Program:
Please join us as we celebrate our local veterans and recognize them for their dedicated service and sacrifice to our community, state and country. Veterans are invited for light refreshments in the media center at 8:45, following which, they’ll be escorted to the gymnasium for our annual program to honor them. All veterans are welcome to attend.
If you plan to attend, please try to RSVP to Mr. May at christopher.may@k12.wv.us
On behalf of all Knights and Prestonians, we thank you for your service.
December Lunch and Breakfast Menus
West Preston Youth League Basketball Sign-Ups begin on November 6th.
#PCSREADS
Nearly 18% of the way towards our goal countywide.
Keep up the great work and reading kids!!!
Our PHS Knights continue to RISE ABOVE!!! Perfect and Faithful attendance for the month of October.
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Good evening. Just a reminder that tomorrow, November 5th, Election Day, there is no school for students and staff in Preston County. Again, tomorrow the 5th, there will be no school for students in Preston County. See you all back Wednesday.
Kingwood Youth League Basketball Sign-Ups begin on November 6th.
The Preston County Consolidated Middle School Wrestling Team (Squires Wrestling) will have two informational meetings along with sign-ups on Monday, November 4, 2024, and Friday, November 8, 2024, at 6:00PM at the new wrestling facility at the Preston High School Campus. If you are unable to attend any of the two meetings you can also sign up online with, the following link, visit our Facebook Page or contact your school office. Thank you .
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In response to the recent release of information from the Preston County Sherriff's Office:
On Monday, October 21, 2024, Preston High School Principal Todd Seymour was made aware of a teacher possibly possessing a firearm on school grounds. An investigation into the matter was immediately launched, and Superintendent of Preston County Schools Brad Martin was made aware and advised administration at PHS on next steps, as well as the Sheriff's Department of the incident. Mr. McMillen was immediately placed on administrative leave. Due to this being an ongoing personnel matter, as well as being under investigation from authorities, no other information can be released at this time. Continued student safety and security is and always will be a top priority, and Preston County Schools will be evaluating and re-evaluating its protocols to deter and prevent future incidents.
Please join us live on YouTube https://youtube.com/@phsn7016?si=6QwlQ7R93wjKBIn_ at 11:15 as we introduce Preston High School and the county to our therapy dog, Sir Chester.
With the exception of Aurora's 6th-8th grades (due to technical difficulties), your student should've brought their first grading period report home with them today. Please go over this with your student and if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your student's teacher(s) and/or administration.
PCS Staff: November 1st kicks off your first wellness challenge of the year. All information is provided below, and any additional questions or clarification can be emailed to Justin Hough at jhough@k12.wv.us. We can only do our best when we're at our best. At the end of the month, you'll certify at the following link or by scanning the QR code - https://forms.office.com/r/R6rMGbQgjf
Remember, there will be 6 winners a month for the exclusive and cool Preston Strong Hats courtesy of Affordable Signs, then we will have a grand prize and second place drawing courtesy of Titan Roofing in March. We're already Preston Proud, now it's time to get Preston Strong.
There will be a class for those interested in becoming a substitute teacher on Monday, November 4th at 9:00 AM in the Preston County BOE Boardroom. An Associates or a Bachelors Degree is required for the license. Come join our team and start a new career, second career, or just make a little extra money while supporting the students of Preston County. Any questions, reach out to us at 304-329-0580.
Music Programs at both South Preston and Terra Alta East Preston were recipients this year of the VH1 Save the Music Foundation Grant. This grant will help to support both schools in their music education efforts by providing musical instruments to those students in need, thus growing our bands and giving a student the ability to be in the band, who might not have been able to acquire an instrument otherwise. To date, all schools in Preston County with middle school bands have been recipients of this grant. Preston County Schools would like to thank VH1, Conn Selmer and WV Cabinet Secretary, Department of Arts, Culture and History , Randall Reid-Smith. Today was another day to be Preston Proud.
Good luck Knights!!!
Region I AAA XC Championship
Let's Go!!! The top three teams and top five individuals not on qualifying teams will advance to the WV State Cross Country Championship next Saturday.
Champions Train... ...Others Complain!!!
Preston Proud
Knights Rise to the Challenge
Good evening. Just a reminder that tomorrow, October 25th is a professional day for staff and no school for students in Preston County. Again, tomorrow the 25th, there will be no school for students in Preston County. Have a great weekend.
