Monday, January the 5th at 5:30 PM at the BOE Boardroom, there is a scheduled work session with our state legislative representatives to discuss current educational issues. All members of the public are invited to attend and submit questions. The event will be highlighted by remarks from Senate President Randy Smith, Senator Jay Taylor, Delegate Buck Jennings, and Delegate George Street. We hope to see our personnel and public in attendance.
16 days ago, Preston County Schools
Today, Preston County Schools would like to recognize the hard work of our Athletic Director, Jayme Bishop, on managing our athletic programs and supporting student-athletes, coaches and administrators. When it comes to sports, athletes and coaches often take center stage, receiving all the glory and adoration. But behind the scenes, there are dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Thank you Mrs. Bishop for all the work you put into Preston County Middle and High School Athletics. We appreciate you.
16 days ago, Preston County Schools
The Preston County Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025 has been postponed and rescheduled for Wednesday, December 17th at the Kingwood Elementary Cafeteria with a student hearing at 5 PM and the regular meeting beginning at 6 PM.
17 days ago, Brad Martin
Preston County Schools will be closed tomorow, Monday, December 15th. Maintenance, Mechanics, and 240+ day custodians report on schedule. and additional 240-day+ employees report on a 2-hour delay. All other employees and students do not report and all scheduled extra-curricular activities are postponed. The scheduled BOE meeting has also been cancelled and rescheduled for Wednesday, December 17th.
17 days ago, Brad Martin
Craft Fair this evening in Kingwood
19 days ago, Preston County Schools
Bruceton Bus - Bus 29-23, Brett Slagle will be following the B run schedule and times this afternoon.
19 days ago, Preston County Schools

26-27 Pre-K/K Registration
Application Link - PK - https://5il.co/3sx66 K - https://5il.co/3sx6e
Preston County Schools is now accepting applications for 2026-2027 Pre-K and Kindergarten programs.
Pre-K Registration will be held Friday, January 16, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Aurora, Bruceton, Kingwood Elementary, South Preston, Terra Alta/East Preston, and West Preston Schools.
Kindergarten registration will be held Friday, January 16, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Aurora, Bruceton, Kingwood Elementary, South Preston, Terra Alta/East Preston, and West Preston Schools.
Applications can be found on the Preston County Schools website and dropped off at one of the schools listed above. If you need a paper copy, it is available at the schools to pick up, complete and return to the school. The following information will need to be provided:
• completed preschool application
• copy of the child’s birth certificate from the Office of Vital Statistics
• immunization records
• completed well-child visit form
• dental check form
To register for PreK you need to be 4 years old by June 30. (No Exceptions)
To register for kindergarten you need to be 5 years old by June 30.
If you are registering a Kindergarten student and they are already enrolled in a Preston County PreK then you DO NOT have to register them for kindergarten. The ONLY EXCEPTION is if you are transferring.
19 days ago, Preston County Schools
West Bus Announcement- Bus 14-25, Laura Fisher, will be using alternate stop locations tomorrow.
19 days ago, Preston County Schools
Preston County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for tomorrow, Thursday, December 11th. Maintenance, mechanics, & custodians report on a regular schedule, & all other students & staff will report on a 2-hour delay.
20 days ago, Brad Martin
Change in Meeting - Buckwheat Court 2026 Info - This evening's meeting for those interested in the BWF Court (final meeting if you haven't attended another), Wednesday, December 10th, will now be moved to Monday, December 15th due to incoming inclement weather. Monday's meeting will still be at the KVFD Community building at 6:00 pm. The people interested in being selected for Children's court will meet at 6:00pm. Junior princess interested parties will meet at 6:30pm.
And all juniors interested in Queen Ceres , King Buckwheat , or being an escort, will be meeting at 7:00pm. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to Shelley Shaffer at 304-288-6706 or Susie Sheets at 304-698-1984.
21 days ago, Preston County Schools
After conferring with Preston County OEM and National Weather Service, Preston County Schools will be dismissing early on Wednesday December 10th. Preston High School will dismiss at 1:15pm and go to the Elementary and Middle Schools. Approximate dismissals at schools are Rowlesburg 12:45pm, Central Preston and Kingwood at 1:30pm, South Preston and Terra Alta at 1:50pm, West Preston at 1:55pm, Bruceton at 2:00pm and Aurora at 2:10pm. All after school activities and games are cancelled.
21 days ago, Angellicia Varner
Inclement Weather Reminder: The PCS Superintendent and the Director of Transportation are in constant communication with the National Weather Service during periods of, and/or when it’s calling for inclement weather. Decisions are made with student and transportation safety in mind. Updates are provided via Thrillshare, through messaging/calls, and Facebook. For reminders on Brain Freeze day protocols, those can be found on the scroller on the PCS Website. When possible, calls for delays or cancellations will be made the evening before. If not, by 4:30 AM the day of, but remember the weather can change quickly, so please be patient. Thank You.
21 days ago, Preston County Schools
Boys' Home-Opener Games this evening at the Castle, along with the debut of the PHS Dance Team. And remember, middle school players who wear their jerseys get in for free. Let's Go Knights!!!
22 days ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
23 days ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
23 days ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
23 days ago, Preston County Schools
Terra Alta put up a valiant effort to take the #2 spot, but once again, Aurora holds onto the reading title for the month of November. Congratulations to Aurora, and congrats to our two gift card winners, Molly Reggi of West Preston and Cross Kisner of Terra Alta East Preston. Congrats to all, and keep on reading Preston County. #PCSREADS
27 days ago, Preston County Schools
With Tuesday's Snow Day, today is the 67th day of school in Preston County. Happy 6-7 Kids!!!
27 days ago, Preston County Schools
Final sign-ups for Kingwood Youth Basketball will be this Sunday, December 7th from 3-5 and Tuesday night, December 9th, from 6-8 at the Kingwood Civic Center.
28 days ago, Preston County Schools
Preston County Schools is working with the county Health Department on a confirmed whooping cough diagnosis. Multiple students may have been exposed at Preston High School and on Bruceton area buses. If your child is showing symptoms, please contact your child's primary care provider. Attached is an information sheet regarding whooping cough for your review.
28 days ago, Brad Martin