
As a reminder, there is a scheduled 2-hour early dismissal for this Friday, February 16 for Faculty Senate and there is no school on Monday, February 19.

Morgan County Schools will close for in-person learning Tuesday, February 13. This will be Non-Traditional Instructional Day #4. Employees will follow reporting code A. All evening activities are cancelled.

Due to forecasted weather in the morning, Morgan County Schools will be operating on a two hour delay for Tuesday, February 13. Employees follow reporting code D. We will reevaluate in the morning.

Thank You to all the School Counselors!


Attention families of 8th graders: Is your middle schooler interested in investigating the universe and studying the mysteries of outer space utilizing data from the Green Bank Observatory in Pocahontas County? Accessing the information under the guidance of nationally recognized scientists and instructors, students will learn about planets, the Milky Way, black holes, and distant galaxies at this year's Governor's STEM Institute for 8th graders. Contact your school counselor for more information.
https://wvde.us/gov-schools/stem-institute/


Morgan County Schools is grateful for our school counselors during National School Counselor Week! Thank you, Robin Langenstein, for your dedication and support in shaping our students' futures.


Morgan County Schools is grateful for our school counselors during National School Counselor Week! Thank you, Tina Boswell-Stickley, for your dedication and support in shaping our students' futures.


Attention families of 7th graders: Is your middle schooler fascinated by the incredible feats of athletic prowess displayed by sports stars? Do they wonder what goes into making these athletes so exceptional? If so, then STEM Sports Stars Camp for 7th graders would be a perfect way to spend some time this summer! Contact your school counselor for more details.
https://wvde.us/gov-schools/stem-institute/


Morgan County Schools is grateful for our school counselors during National School Counselor Week! Thank you, Victoria Lyons, for your dedication and support in shaping our students' futures.


Morgan County Schools is grateful for our school counselors during National School Counselor Week! Thank you, Candice Pennington, for your dedication and support in shaping our students' futures.


Morgan County Schools 2024-2025 Calendar Survey
We are gathering input on our school calendar for the next school year. Please take a moment to provide input to help us develop our calendar. For next year's calendar, we are planning for the first day for staff to be August 12 and the first day for students to be August 20.
https://forms.office.com/r/R51AM48v68

Morgan County Schools is grateful for our school counselors during National School Counselor Week! Thank you, Barbara Kline, for your dedication and support in shaping our students' futures.


National School Counseling Week 2024, sponsored by the American
School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the essential contribution of
school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they have
in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Take a moment to
thank your school counselor(s) this week.


The Governor’s School for Entrepreneurship (GSE) fosters innovation, critical thinking, and a growth mindset while expanding students’ confidence and professional network. If you know current students in grades 9, 10, or 11 who may be interested, encourage them to contact their school counselor for more information. Governor's School of Entrepreneurship - West Virginia Department of Education (wvde.us) - https://wvde.us/gov-schools/school-of-entrepreneurship/


Congratulations to our County Math Field Day winners!
4th Grade
2nd Alternate: Henley Forney
1st Alternate: Jenna Keefer
3rd Place: Emma Lyda
2nd Place: Alexander White
1st Place: Evan Orem
5th Grade
2nd Alternate: Iris Helmick
1st Alternate: Braden Smith
3rd Place:Elias Lyda
2nd Place: Zander Johns
1st Place: Elise Powell
6th Grade
2nd Alternate: Nathaniel Wiens
1st Alternate: Lucas Kucharski
3rd Place: Kayden King
2nd Place: Madison White
1st Place: Bowen Chen
7th Grade
2nd Alternate: Ruby Lampson
1st Alternate: Joshua Morgan
3rd Place: Braylon Miller
2nd Place: Brennen Anderton
1st Place: Camorin Stotler
8th Grade
2nd Alternate: Katie Corbin
1st Alternate: Jennings Carder
3rd Place: Owen Gray
2nd Place: Blaydin Younker
1st Place: Oliver Jurick
9th Grade
2nd Alternate: Joselyn Smith
1st Alternate: Rylee Sauter
3rd Place: Malcolm Johns
2nd Place: Austin Gentile
1st Place: Braden Brinegar
10th through 12th Grade
3rd Alternate: Elijah Stevens
2nd Alternate: Andrew Harrold
1st Alternate: Jillian Fortney
10th Place: Clara Payne
9th Place: Lee Sheppard
8th Place: Alivia Arnold
7th Place: Lillian Morgan
6th Place: Justin Brinegar
5th Place: Joseph Warren
4th Place: Audrey Helmick
3rd Place: Kyle Rankin
2nd Place: Daniel Clark
1st Place: Elizabeth Kessel

Congratulations to our County Science Fair winners!
Division I:
Plant Science:
1st Place: Measuring Plant Growth Using Different Liquids
WSIS – Stella Close
2nd Place: What type of Water Makes a Plant Grow Quickest
PVE – Hayden Magrogan
3rd Place: Which Soil Grows the Plant Better
PVE – Quinton “Danger” White
Chemistry:
1st Place: Jolly Rancher Science
WSIS – Chloe Wills
2nd Place: Which Quantity of Soda Explodes the Highest?
PPES – Alex White
3rd Place: Which Marshmallow Melts First?
PVE – Julia Scullen
Math & Data:
2nd Place: Candy Counter
PPES – Iris Helmick
Engineering:
1st Place: Jumping Robot
WSIS – Xander Davis
Physics:
2nd Place: Candles Changing the Levels of Water
WSIS – Emma Rawlings
Material Science:
1st Place: Which Puppy Pad is More Absorbent?
PPES – Jade Blanque & Andee Ross
2nd Place: Which Water Filter Works Best
PPES – Rylie Harvey & Aaliyah White
3rd Place: Which Paper is Stronger?
PVE – Maddison Coffinberger
Division II:
Environmental:
1st Place: What is the best bait to catch a crayfish?
WSMS – Hunter Cockrell
2nd Place: Owl Pellets
WSMS – Brooklyn Gloyd
Medical:
1st Place: Are UV Phone Sanitizers Effective?
WSMS – Greyson Beckman
Math & Data:
1st Place: How High Will the Rockets Go?
WSMS – Landon Kolb & Ethan Stewart
3rd Place: Robotics Vs Angles
WSMS – Aubrey Shaw
Plant:
1st Place: Which of the Marigold Seeds Grow the Fastest?
WSMS – Caroline Close
2nd Place: Plants VS Vapors
WSMS – Odessa Rhoten
Engineering:
1st Place: Save Electricity
PPS – Sarai Nunez-Armes
2nd Place: Derby Dash
WSMS – Kaden Shover
3rd Place: How Does a Hydraulic Horse Move?
WSMS – Daylyn Padhina
Energy:
1st Place: The Power of Us
WSMS – Thomas Savicki
2nd Place: What Makes the Soda Cool the Fastest?
WSMS – Caden McCumbee
3rd Place: How Does Water Flow Effect Hydroelectric Power Generation in
Experiments and WV Springs
WSMS – Isabella Powell
Chemistry:
1st Place: Rethink Your Drink
PPS – Harlan Fravel
2nd Place: Does the Temperature of Blood Chage Forensic Evidence
WSMS – Kingston Ao
3rd Place: Which Floor Cleaner Works Better to Clean Substances Off the Floor?
WSMS – Zoe Duddar
Physics:
1st Place: Bounce Back
WSMS – Riley Griffith
2nd Place: Gummy
PPS – Camden Lundblad & Madison White
3rd Place: Swing Batter Batter
WSMS – Matthew Slifer
Material Science:
1st Place: Buttery Mess
PPS – Wyatt McCusker
2nd Place: Constructed Soundly
PPS – Chase Shambaugh
3rd Place: What Gum Makes the Largest Bubbles?
WSMS – Katie Clark
Animal Science:
1st Place: What Kind of Lights do Cats and Dogs Like Most?
WSMS – Oakley Burress
2nd Place: What Nuts do Squirrels Prefer
WSMS – Joshua Lucas
Behavioral & Social:
1st Place: What’s the Best Milk Substitute for Ice Cream?
WSMS – Maya Souders & Olivia Culp
2nd Place: Memory Tester
PPS – Aryonna Stotler
Division III:
Animal Science:
2nd Place: Operation Ant Elimination
PPHS – Joselyn Smith
Best Use of the Scientific Method Winners:
**Each of these winners will receive a certificate for a Science Kit**
PPS – Harlan Fravel – Rethink Your Drink
PVES – Hayden Magrogan – What Type of Water Makes a Plant Grow Quickest?
WSIS – Stella Close – Measuring Plant Growth Using Different Liquids
WSMS – Hunter Cockrell – What is the Best Bait to Catch Crayfish?

February Reminders!


The Governor’s School of Literacy through Arts, Culture, and History (GSLACH) offers 8th graders creative literacy-enhancing opportunities. Check out the website and contact your school counselor for more information.
Governor's School of Literacy through Arts, Culture, and History - West Virginia Department of Education (wvde.us) - https://wvde.us/gov-schools/arts-culture-and-history/

During the 2024 West Virginia Honors Academy at Fairmont State University, rising seniors will grapple with the challenges and opportunities of their generation, exploring contemporary issues and their historical roots to foster a forward-thinking approach to the world’s future. This is a fantastic FREE opportunity! Talk to your school counselor for more information.
Governor's Honors Academy - West Virginia Department of Education - https://wvde.us/gov-schools/honors-academy/


Morgan County Schools will operate on a two hour delay tomorrow, Monday, January 22. Employees follow reporting code D.