Holiday Concert Information
26 days ago, Mandy White
With today being a Brain Freeze (Non-Traditional Instruction) day, extra-curricular activities may be conducted if conditions are anticipated to improve throughout the day. At this time, all extra-curricular activities including athletic practices and games and other scheduled school events may take place. Students and/or parents should contact their coaches or event sponsors to determine the status and potential times for practice session or events.
26 days ago, Brad Martin
Preston County Schools will be closed for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16th & it’s a “Brain Freeze” day. Students do not report; however, teachers & most staff will be reporting on a 2-hour delay & will be available to answer student & parent questions. In addition, students may come to school sites throughout the county from 10 AM to 12 PM for assistance with assigned activities. Lunches at each school site will be available from 11 AM-12 PM. Parents, please contact the school if you plan to come in for lunch. Resources on Brain Freeze can be found on the Preston County BOE on the scrolling marquee. Additional questions can be addressed by your local school. The status of after-school activities will be announced tomorrow.
27 days ago, Brad Martin
(Final Meeting) - Buckwheat Court 2026 Info - This evening's meeting for those interested in the BWF Court (final meeting if you haven't attended another), is still taking place 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.
27 days ago, Preston County Schools
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.
27 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.
28 days ago, Brad Martin
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.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
Parents, since we had to switch our movie day until next Wednesday the 17th, the menu for next week has changed. The changes are as follows:
Wednesday, December 17th - Boneless Wings, Chips, Pickles Fruit & Milk
Thursday, December 18th - Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans, Roll, Fruit & Milk
Friday, December 19th - Chicken Patty Sandwich, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Fries, Fruit & Milk.
about 1 month ago, Cindy Stone
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.
about 1 month ago, Brad Martin
Aurora School Students have left and are heading home.
about 1 month ago, Cindy Stone
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.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
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.
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
The movie trip has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 17.
about 1 month ago, Mandy White
Due to the blizzard warning currently issued for Aurora tomorrow we will be postponing the movie trip. We will update families with the new date as soon as arrangements have been made.
about 1 month ago, Mandy White
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!!!
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
January Menus
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
Holiday Spirit Week is coming! On December 22 the house with the most students dressed in Whoville/Grinch style will receive 5 extra tokens!
about 1 month ago, Mandy White
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
about 1 month ago, Preston County Schools
