Duval PK-8

Good evening, This is a message from Duval PK-8. Please join us tomorrow, 09/04/24, at the football field in Griffithsville for Duval's first PTO meeting of the year. The meeting will take place at 5:00pm. Please support our school and community by becoming a volunteer, joining the PTO, or offering to assist in all of the great things Duval has planned for this year. Thank you, and have a great evening.

Hello, this is Duval PK8 with a reminder. Tomorrow, 09/03/2024, is picture day for Duval PK8 students. Thank you, and have a good evening.

Michele Blatt, the West Virginia State Superintendent of Schools, has announced a new partnership with the Cook Center for Human Connection, a nonprofit foundation that is focused on eradicating suicide and providing the premier mental health programs and resources across the country to educate, empower and engage parents that will better support the emotional wellness of our students. As a result, Parentquidance.org will now be available to all staff + parents FREE of charge. Parentquidance.org offers: Parent and Staff Cognitive Coaching Each caregiver or staff member receives weekly facetime video calls for 20-30 minutes and they can text their coach 24/7. Behavioral trained coaches can provide immediate support to help staff and families navigate the ups and downs of parenting with confidence. Parent coaching services from ParentGuidance.org are confidential, private and HIPPA protected 70 courses that cover topics such as anxiety & depression, ADHD, bullying, grief & loss, suicide prevention, self-harm, trauma, disabilities, and social media’s impact on a child’s mental health and more… Steps to activate your coaching account Go to - https://parentguidance.org Click on Parent Coaching at the top Click on the Get Started tab Choose WV option and hit next Choose your child's county and hit next Choose you child's school and hit register Fill out the account information and hit create account Once you have registered, schedule your 1st coaching session. If you need additional information, please contact David Lee at - david.lee@cookcenter.org

We are pleased to inform you that students who took the West Virginia General Summative Assessment in spring 2024 have received an email at their K12 student email account containing an access code and link to the online Family Portal where you can see your child’s 2024 assessment results. Also, in the email, you will find a link to an individual student video score report. Please have your child check his or her student email account for this information. You can log in to the Family Portal to see your student’s WVGSA results by clicking on the Family Portal link provided in the email. On the login page, enter the access code, your student’s date of birth, and his or her first name. To access the video score report customized specifically for your child, simply click on the link and enter your child’s date of birth. Be sure to check out the links to resources that also are provided. If you have any difficulty accessing the Family Portal or the video score report, please contact your child’s school for assistance. To access the video score report customized specifically for your child, simply click on the link and enter your child’s date of birth. Be sure to check out the links to resources that also are provided. If you have any difficulty accessing the Family Portal or the video score report, please contact your child’s school for assistance.

Good evening, This message is to remind students that their Yellowjacket Time forms are due by Wednesday, 8/28/24. These forms were distributed on Monday and will be used as a tool to help place students into clubs. Thank you, Duval PK8 Administration

Dear Duval Students and Families, I hope you each had a restful and enjoyable summer! As we embark on the 2024-2025 school year, I’m excited to welcome you back to another year of learning, growth, and community here at Duval PK8. This year is especially meaningful to me as it will be my first full year serving as your principal. Since joining Duval in January, I’ve had the privilege of seeing firsthand the dedication and pride that our students, families, teachers, and staff bring to our school. I’m grateful to be a part of this incredible community. Our assistant principal, Mrs. Cassie Stone, and I are looking forward to building on the successes of last year. We are fortunate to have such a strong team of teachers and staff who are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment for every student. As we start this new school year, I want to emphasize the importance of working together—students, families, and staff alike. Your involvement and support play a crucial role in making Duval PK8 a great place for our children to learn and grow. Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. Together, we’ll make this school year one filled with memorable experiences, academic achievement, and growth. Let’s make it a great year! Thank you, Joshua Barnett Principal, Duval PK8

Join us for Open House! See attached.

Duval Pre K-8 is excited to offer an in-person afterschool learning experience that is interactive and engaging. We will provide opportunities for K– 8 students to engage in learning activities that address learning gaps in mathematics and reading. Contact Brandi McFann if you are interested – 304-524-2101 or brandielon.mcfann@k12.wv.us

Congratulations to Duval PK-8 for their Math Field Day Success. The middle school team took home the county championship.

We are seeking community input regarding the district practice of recognizing students for their achievement and growth on the i-Ready diagnostic assessment used at three points in time during the school year. We value the input of our parents, students, and community members about this practice. Please take a moment to complete the survey below. We look forward to hearing your feedback! https://forms.office.com/r/F07CwUZB8X

Duval PK-8 and Hamlin PK-8 will be releasing students at 9:00 AM today, Mach 24, due to a power outage and other facility concerns as a result of the storm that passed through the area early this morning. Parents and guardians, please make plans to receive your student at their regular bus stop location.

For Duval and LCHS - The DOH has completed road repairs on Left Fork Road in the Alkol area and Bus 163 will be running the normal route. For Harts PK-8 - The DOH has completed road repairs on Low Gap in the Harts area and Bus 163 will be running the normal route.

This is a reminder that Monday, February 20, is a professional learning day. Students will not report.

LCS Update (7:47 PM) - All Duval PK-8 students have been transported home safely. Thank you to all staff, community members, and families for a safe delivery home.

LCS Update ( 6:00 PM ) - LCS officials have determined it is now safe to transport Duval PK-8 students located at the board office. The estimated time for departure for the Duval PK-8 students will be approximately 6:45 p.m. We recommend Parents/Guardians be at the bus stop to receive your child. LCHS students living in the Duval attendance area will remain at the LCHS building until such time as the water recedes and school officials determine a safe level on Route 3 near the Hamlin Lions Club Field. Bus operators will remain on stand-by in the event that the water recedes and we can safely transport LCHS students who live in the Duval area and are still at LCHS. Once again, thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to make student safety our top priority.

LCS Update (2:55 PM) LCS staff have been assessing roads and monitoring conditions and water levels are slowly receding. We are hopeful a safe window to transport students home will be available soon. Meal preparation plans for dinner are in progress. We will share updates as conditions change. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to focus on the safety of our students.

LCS Update (7:45 AM) - Students rested well through the night. They have begun to get up and eat breakfast. LCS staff have already been assessing roads and monitoring conditions. We are hopeful a safe window to transport students home will be available soon. Meal preparation plans for lunch are in progress. We will share updates as conditions change. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to focus on the safety of our students.

LCS Update as of 11:42 PM - At this point, students are resting and tucked in for the night. We will no longer be looking for a window of opportunity to transport students home tonight. We will plan for students to remain at school through the night and will plan to feed students breakfast in the morning. If parents can make it to the school to pick up their child, staff will be manning the office. We will reassess the situation tomorrow morning and send updates.

LCS Update as of 9:43 PM - LCS has secured the necessary supplies to house students overnight. We are proceeding as if this will be the case. Thank you to all our transportation staff, school staff, central office staff, and community members who have pitched in to keep our kids safe. We will continue to monitor the situation through the night until it is safe to transport students home. Student safety remains our top priority.

LCS Update - 7:58 PM: We are beginning to prepare sleeping arrangements in the event that students and staff have to stay the night at school. School and central office staff members are providing supervision and support. We are coordinating with 911, local stores, nearby churches, and community members to gather supplies. Cots, blankets, and pillows are being secured. We continue to monitor the weather in hopes that a safe window arrives for us to transport students home. Bus operators will remain on standby through the evening and night. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Student safety continues to be our number one priority.