Congratulations to our Beanstack Reading Giftcard Winners for the month of March.
25 days ago, Preston County Schools
gift card winners post
This week is nationally recognized as Volunteer Week, and PCS has some of the very best in our schools and school support organizations. We want to thank these volunteers for their selflessness, compassion, service, and impact throughout our schools and communities.
25 days ago, Preston County Schools
volunteer week appreciation post with multiple men and women of various ages in blue volunteer tshirts being thanked by children in front of a school
Mrs. Katie Weaver, PHS ProStart Instructor was recently highlighted by CareerTechWV.
She has spent the past few years transforming the ProStart Program at Preston High School into a thriving, hands-on culinary experience. Her students are learning to serve their community and are trained to meet state food safety standards. From catering awards banquets and hosting teacher appreciation luncheons to preparing and serving buckwheat cakes and sausage at the State Capitol for Preston County Day, students gain real-world experience every day. They also run in-school food offerings like sandwiches, pepperoni rolls, and other favorites for students and staff. ✨
Behind the scenes, Mrs. Weaver is constantly improving the program by painting, organizing, building, and creating an environment where students can truly succeed. Her dedication extends far beyond the classroom, showing up early, staying late, and always finding ways to support her students, coworkers, and community.
A graduate of the Pittsburgh Culinary Institute, she brings both passion and industry expertise to her teaching. Mrs. Weaver has also secured grant funding to upgrade equipment and was recently selected as 1 of only 48 schools nationwide to receive the prestigious Rachael Ray Grow Grant. 🎉Mrs. Weaver truly exhibits and shows what it means to be Preston Proud.
#CareerTechWV #ThisIsCTE #Culinary #ProStart #Tourism
25 days ago, Preston County Schools
flyer with teachers and students on it
One of our very own, PHS Sophomore Audrey Caudill, was recently featured by our WV Secretary of State, after serving as a page for the WV State Senate during the recent legislative session. While at the State Capitol, Audrey visited WV Secretary of State Kris Warner to learn more about the duties and responsibilities of the WV Secretary of State. Audrey was accompanied by representatives from the Mountaineer Area Council during Scouting America Day at the State Capitol. Way to make us all Preston Proud Audrey!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CZZU9PkGm/
25 days ago, Preston County Schools
scouts posing for picture with state representative
Today is National Administrative Professionals Day, but not just today, but everyday across PCS, we want to celebrate those people that keep things operational and running smoothly, our secretaries, assistants, and office staff. From all of us at PCS, thank you for being the glue that holds this place together.
25 days ago, Preston County Schools
two female superheroes sitting at desks working on computers
PCS Athletic Coaches:
A Microsoft Form is on our county webpage for your intent to coach next school year 26-27. This form needs to be completed by May 15, 2026, and will take you less than two minutes to complete. If you coach multiple teams, please mark all locations and positions that you coach. You will see that there is a place for head coaches, assistant coaches, and volunteer coaches. Please mark in the correct areas. If you coach multiple teams and want to resign from one position but not others, please follow the instructions in question two.
If we do not receive your response by May 15, we will take this as your resignation and this will appear on the May 26, agenda. On May 27, your position will be posted if you are a head coach or assistant coach.

Below is the link for the survey. If you have any questions, please contact either Ms. Varner, Autumn or Kristin.

https://forms.office.com/r/GT1nS4xupK
27 days ago, Preston County Schools
Just a reminder that Parents are invited to join members of the BOE and County Office Staff for our annual parent advisory meeting and work session tomorrow, Monday, April 20th at 5:00PM at the Preston County Board of Education Offices. During this time, you'll be able to share your ideas on how we can better serve you as a parent and our students through our Title 1 Programs and District Goals. This will also be an opportunity to share thoughts on the new, state-mandated, retention policy that will go into effect next school year.
28 days ago, Preston County Schools
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Congratulations to the CPMS Meow Cats for being last night's 2nd Annual PCS Scholar Summit Champions. Special thanks to Colson Manko, PHS alum and founder of the summit, and Katie Rush, Curriculum Director, and their entire team for putting on such a great event that all participants really enjoyed. More photos and results will be posted on Monday.
29 days ago, Preston County Schools
students pose with trophy
trophy
trophy
Elias Cooper, a second grade student at South Preston, was recognized today in front of his classmates and family for winning 3rd place in the Preston County Young Writers Contest. An error occurred during the judging process prior to the previous awards ceremony last month, so Mrs. Debbie Zigray and Mr. Brad Martin wanted to ensure this young man got the recognition he deserved. Today, Elias was presented his award in the South Preston Gym in front of Mrs. Duckworth's class and 2nd grade students, with the event being live streamed. Congrats Elias.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
student poses with award
student poses with award
As we speak, Middle School students from across the county, representing Aurora, Bruceton, Central Preston, South Preston, Terra Alta East Preston, and West Preston schools are competing in the 2nd Annual PCS Scholar Summit, founded by PHS Alum, Colson Manko in 2025. The competition is comprised of academic events spanning the fields of math, science, speech, composition, CTE and general knowledge. Awards to the winners will be presented this evening at 7:00 in the PHS Theater following the final round of the Quiz Bowl portion of the competition beginning at 6:00. Good luck to all the participating students and coaches from each school, and a special thank you to all the scholar summit sponsors:
Comfortable Living Properties
Kingwood Lions Club
The Country Retreat
Interact, Rotary Sponsored Club
Grandma Manko
Reedsville United Methodist Church
Rotary Club of Kingwood
Fraternal Order of the Eagles
Affordable Signs Unlimited
T.H. Services, LLC
Don Smith, Commissioner
Sir Chester, PHS Therapy Dog
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
quiz bowl flyer
Yesterday, the 15th, a group of 51 PHS students visited Washington DC. Brooklyn Sierra participated in a reading of Holocaust victims' names at the Holocaust Museum in honor of Days of Remembrance. We want to thank Kathy Doyle for providing her students with this excellent opportunity.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
students
students
Thursday the 16th - Monday the 20th
PHS Track Complex Off Limits for Maintenance
This will not affect scheduled sports. Off limits for public use during this time.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
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Bruceton Bus Announcement - Tomorrow, Thursday the 16th, Bus 65-15, Jason Cramer, in the Bruceton area and for PHS students there, will be using the B Run Schedule. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/5929917/BRUCETON_25-26%282%29.pdf
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
The 2026-2027 Proposed Calendar is currently available for public comment. Public Comments on the calendar can be submitted to Superintendent Martin at brrmarti@k12.wv.us. Comments will be received through Friday, April 24th, with the final hearing and vote on the calendar scheduled for the Monday, April 27th Board Meeting.
Important dates on the calendar to note:
8/24 - First Day for Students
6/1 - Possible Last Day for Students
5/27 - PHS Graduation
9/25 and 9/28 Off (Buckwheat – staff reports on 28th for PD)
Full Week off for Thanksgiving
Christmas Break begins on 12/24 - (students go 12/21,12/22, 12/23 (Early Out))
Easter – Off (3/25, 3/26, 3/29, 3/30)
Draft Calendar - https://5il.co/3u96g; https://5il.co/3u96h
Non-Traditional (Brain Freeze Days) Application - https://5il.co/3u96i
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
draft calendar

At last night's meeting of the PCS Board of Education, multiple recognitions were made relating to the Bruceton School.

Tony Glover (Mining Solutions Company LLC) and his wife Carol were recognized for their continuing generosity and contributions to the Bruceton School over the years, with Principal Jonas Knotts and Secretary Susan Moran also in attendance.

LeJay Graffious of the Old Hemlock Foundation, and former educator and Principal of the Bruceton School, was also recognized as a major supporter of the Bruceton School and students of Preston County.

Lastly, The Bruceton School's Junior Varsity Boys' Basketball Team was recognized and congratulated for winning the county middle school junior varsity basketball championship back in February by defeating West Preston.
The team is coached by Justin Lemley and Alvin Guthrie.

Team members include: Carter Foreman, River Matthews, Easton Dawson, Conner Klinkert, Jacob Heubi, Colton Shisler, Owen Shay, Bradley Metheny, Jackson Wotring, Collin Kingan and Owen Johnson

about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
students pose with board members to be recognized
students pose with board members to be recognized
students pose with board members to be recognized
📚🏆 Can we say THREE-PEAT?!? Terra Alta holds on to the title of Beanstack champ for the 3rd month in a row! 🏆📚
The reading trophy is getting quite comfortable at Terra Alta, but will it remain for a 4th month following April, or pack its bags and find a new home! With an impressive 117,452 minutes read, Terra Alta remains our current Beanstack Reading Winner. Way to go, readers! 👏✨
Who will reign supreme in the next reading showdown? Will a new school sneak up and take over? Keep those pages turning! 📖💙 #PCSREADS #BEANSTACK
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
beanstack

On Friday, April 10, 2026, Preston County Schools sponsored the second annual Fine Arts Festival at Preston High School. The event began with theatrical performances by the PHS Musical Theater Ensemble and Aurora School Musical Theater Group, along with monologues performed by PHS students in the PHS Theater.
Next, guests were invited to view an art exhibit from county students from each school in the PHS Media Center. The night concluded with performances by middle and high school chorus students, the PHS Steel Drum Band, the PHS Band, and Middle School All County Band directed by Guest Conductor Mr. Roger Walker along with a final combined performance by the PHS and Middle School School bands.
The event provided a showcase for our hugely talented students and teachers and was enjoyed by all in attendance. Special thanks goes out to Mrs. Brenda Layton who has helped spearhead this event over the past two years; Mrs. Michelle Liga who coordinated the event this year in conjunction with teacher leads: Tiffany Hardy (Art), Will Nose (Band), Emma Harvey (Chorus), Leah DeLauder (Theater) and other county teachers including: Claire Jones, Scott Fischer, Joan Carr, Kendall Adams, Megan Ward, Sabrina Spiker, Kim Taylor, Jonathan Henry, Abigail Rexroad, Mark Wallace, Shawn Dunn, Jalina Spiker, Duane Salisbury, and Lauren Sperry. Great job to all involved.

about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
theater performance
a high school choir sings in a gym
art
art
a high school steel drum band performs in a gym
theater performance
a high school band performs in a gym
theater performance
art
theater performance
Bruceton Bus 65-15, Jason Cramer, will be using the B run schedule this morning and afternoon as posted on the BOE website.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools

Reminder - The 2nd Annual Preston County Schools Fine Arts Festival returns this evening, Friday, April 10th beginning at 6:00pm. Performances kick off at the Preston High School Theater, showcasing the incredible artistic achievements of our county's students. 6-630 is a Theater Showcase, followed by exhibits, art displays, informational vendors, and our food service class selling snacks in the Grand Hall. At 7:00, people will move into the gym for the music performances. Don't miss this celebration of creativity and community!

about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
fine arts festival informational flyer
May Menus

(The week of April 27th, Summer Feeding Sign-ups will go live and messages will go out about how to register your child for Preston County School's Summer Feeding Option - Be on the lookout for that)
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
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lunch menu text only