Final SY 2025 Issue of Excalibur - PHS Newsletter
Bagged Lunch Survey Information/Data:
Based on survey responses, and as previously stated, we will only be utilizing the pre-packaged bagged meals for those reasons previously put out, with a majority of students stating they believe they are acceptable under those circumstances. We will also be exploring other options for alternatives, as in question 8, during school year 25-26 if emergency situations were to arise.
With the exception of a hand-full of make-ups, the West Virginia General Summative Assessment is complete in Preston County. The overall goal may be proficiency, but each student's goal should be to do his or her best and improve from year to year. This year is no exception as we're seeing improvements throughout the county. We're proud of our students' and staffs' efforts these past two weeks of testing. The year isn't over just yet. Keep up all the hard work.
Attention, Families of Seniors! Here are some very important dates for the next two weeks. We are getting so close to graduation!!
West Area Bus Announcement - Tomorrow, Friday the 16th, Bus 128, TJ Knotts, will not be running. Again, Bus 128 will not run tomorrow.
Bruceton Bus Announcement - Today, Bus 29-22, Brett Slagle, will be running approximately 45 minutes late this afternoon, and the students bus number ill be 11-20. Again, Bus 22-29 students will be running 45 minutes late this afternoon. Also, this bus will not run tomorrow the 16th. Again, no bus run on Friday.
Culinary and Wellness Summer Camp Registration still available for grades 5-8 in July. These will be capped at the first 20 kids per week for cooking and 30 for wellness. July 7-11 and 21-25. Click or go to the link below to register.
https://prestoncs.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3IeyJYuAWjCP4z4
Final push for our May Superstar Readers, and thanks to our friends at First United Bank & Trust, those completing May's Challenge will have a chance at some awesome gift cards. Keep Reading Preston County. #PCSREADS #Beanstack
Another board meeting where we're able to recognize so many talented Preston County Students:
Ham, Bacon, and Egg Show Recognitions:
Isabell Hunt (Grand Champion Ham)
Korah Fike (Grand Champion Bacon)
Connor Gibson (Grand Champion Eggs)
Hannah Wolfe (Reserve Grand Champion Ham)
Abigail Spaid (Reserve Grand Champion Bacon)
Brody McCleary (Reserve Grand Champion Eggs)
Teachers: Robert Varner, Samantha Funk, Terry Hauser
Skills USA Participants and Winners:
PHS carpentry students taught by Mr. Anthony Powell participated in the SkillsUSA West Virginia State Leadership & Skills Conference on March 28-29. Elijah Mayle won the state championship for the Skilled Carpentry Showcase! Benjamin Winters also competed in the Skilled Carpentry Showcase, and Jonathon Simms and Noah Humphrey participated in the Related Technical Math competition. Carson Rouzee, Luke Reed, and Landon Bishoff participated in the Construction Tool ID competition.
PHS electrical students, Bryson Evans and Dayton Wilson who are taught by Mr. Eddie Holleran participated in the SkillsUSA West Virginia State Leadership & Skills Conference on March 28-29. Both students won state championships! Bryson Evans won in the Electrical Construction Wiring competition and is now a two-time state champion. Dayton Wilson won in the Basic Residential Wiring competition.
Welding Competition Participants:
Gavin Chambers, Audrey Wotring, Clayton Sypolt, Tucker Masters, Andrew Burner, Cordell Bolyard, Dakota Nelder, Darren Dixon, Rowan Nelson, Harleypaige Rinehart and Celtie Sypolt
Business Computer Applications Students Earning Microsoft Office Certifications:
MICROSOFT OFFICE 2019 CERTIFICATION EXAMS
Marlaya Wilkins Word & Power Point
Austin Tennant Outlook
Hallie Hartsell Word, Power Point, & Excel
Levi Jennings Word, Power Point
Zoey Deberry Outlook
Sydney Rennie Word, Power Point, & Excel
Olivia Coombs Word, Power Point
Julia Phillips Word, Power Point
Ethan Baker Word, Power Point
Kaylie Graham Word, Power Point
HOSA Leadership Conference Participants and Winners:
Preston High was well-represented at the 2025 HOSA State Leadership Conference this weekend. Results and participants are below:
Hallie Hartsell - 2nd Place Biology
Kadence Whitehair- 2nd place in Human Growth & Development
Collin Wyatt- 2nd Place in Medical Math
Abigail Hubbard- 3rd Place in World Health & Disparities
Nathaniel Bishop- 1st Place in Nursing Assisting
Landon Wheeler- 1st Place in Respiratory Therapy
Gracie Wilson- 2nd Place in Veterinary Science
Kloey Rodeheaver & Lexa Galloway- 3rd Place in Forensic Science
Tori Hovatter & Bailey Turner - 2nd Place in Health Career Display
Accompanied by HOSA Advisors Jodi Larew, Alyssa Sines, Amanda McCleary, and CTE Director Ryan Justus
WV Governor's School Participants from PHS: (MS will be recognized and pictured later)
Governor's School for Computer Science: Abigail McCoy, Logan Murray, and Zoe Fasouletos (PHS)
Governor's Honors Academy: Wyatt Braham, Harley Mersing, Gabrielle Saurino, and Isabel Kincaid (PHS)
Governor's School for the Arts: Jeremey Farling & Marlee Graciano (PHS)
Governor's School for Tourism: Emma Williams (PHS)
2025 US Stockholm Junior Water Prize National Competition
PHS 11th Grade Student Ethan White has been selected to participate in this competition from June 19-22 at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. The U.S. Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP) was founded in 1997 by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) to complement the Stockholm Water Prize. The SJWP is the world's most prestigious award presented to a high school student for a water-research project.
Bruceton Bus Run #B12 (Kyle Lee Bus #123). Bus 123 will not run this afternoon with the exception of students who live at Krys View Apartments and students going to Kings and Queens Daycare. These students will ride Bus #11-20 and will be dropped off at the approximate normal time.
From all of us at PCS, to all the mothers out there, or those taking on that role for a child, we want to wish you the Happiest of Mother's Days. Our kiddos are better because of your love and support. Happy Mother's Day!
Next week is testing week across Preston County for students in Grades 3-8. These students will be taking the WV General Summative Assessment (WVGSA), which is an online, end-of-year standardized test. It measures how well students are meeting the state's content standards for English Language Arts (ELA), math, and science. The WVGSA is used to assess student progress and inform instruction. Please take note of these testing tips below, go over them with your student, and ensure they get plenty of rest each school night.
Preston County lends itself to some cool opportunities for our students. Where else in this great state can you be seen driving your tractor to school, greeting students along the way? PHS students who are a part of the Preston County FFA participated in the 2nd Annual "Drive Your Tractor to School Day" today. They were cheered on by KES students, community members along the route, CPMS students, and PHS students and Central Office Staff. (More to featured on WBOY this evening and from the Preston County Journal)
Just a reminder that today, the Preston County FFA chapter will be hosting the 2nd annual “Drive Your Tractor to School Day” that will allow FFA Members to drive their tractor to school. All tractors will depart from Kingwood Elementary School at roughly 8:30. From there, Tractors will drive to Preston High by the following route:
High Street, Route 7, then Route 26 to Preston High
At roughly 1:30 p.m., tractors will depart back to the Fire Man’s Field and be hauled home that evening. To those traveling these areas today, please plan accordingly and allow extra time for travel. We also ask to use extreme caution when passing tractors! We would like to thank the citizens of Preston County for their cooperation!
Just a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, the 9th, is a two-hour early out for students. Staff will have professional development and meetings, but students will be dismissed two-hours early. Again, tomorrow the 9th is a two-hour early out for students.
This evening, Kingwood Sings, featuring Kingwood Elem. and PHS students, will take place at the Civic Center at 6:00. Doors open at 5:30. This concert will also be live streamed on the PCS Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/PrestonCountySchools
Preston High ACES students finished their internships at Camp Dawson today. They were awarded certificates and posed for a picture with department managers and job coaches.
Painting with our very own Sir Chester!
State Testing for Grades 3-8 begins next week in Preston County Schools. Please see the link below for an informational letter from State Superintendent Michelle Blatt. A reminder and testing tips will be posted prior to Monday's start. Remember, always try and do your best on the test.
https://5il.co/3fkkp
As we are upon graduation season, let our previous and current students never forget what it means to be a Knight.
PHS Knights Alma Mater
