Putnam County Schools - Achieving Excellence

Congratulations Winfield High School Cross Country Programs! 💚 Winfield Boys and Girls Cross County SWEPT the State Meet earning the title of 2021 WVSSAC State Cross Country Champions in Class AA! 🏆 #PutnamProud

Congratulations to Putnam County Schools Cross County Student-Athletes! Several PCS Cross Country teams and runners competed in the 2021 WVSSAC State Cross Country Tournament this past Saturday, earning TOP HONORS in WV! Way to go! 👏 #PutnamProud 2021 WVSSAC State Cross Country Class A Results: 🏆 Class A Boys Runner Up - Buffalo High School 🏃 Boys 3rd Place Individual - Patrick Reilly, Buffalo High School 2021 WVSSAC State Cross Country Class AA Results: 🏆 Class AA Girls Champion - Winfield High School 🏃‍♀️ Girls 1st Place Individual - Rachel Withrow, Winfield High School 🏃‍♀️ Girls 6th Place Individual - Mariam Al-Zoubi, Winfield High School 🏆 Class AA Boys Champion - Winfield High School 🏃 Boys 1st Place Individual - Brayden Marshall, Winfield High School 🏃 Boys 3rd Place Individual - Matthew Scheneberg, Winfield High School 🏃‍♂️ Boys 8th Place Individual - Landon Brumfield, Poca High School 2021 WVSSAC State Cross Country Class AAA Results: 🏃‍♀️ Girls 10th Place Individual - Asha Bora, Hurricane High 🏃‍♂️ Boys 2nd Place Individual - Ty Steorts, Hurricane High 🏃‍♂️ Boys 8th Place Individual - Nick Kennedy, Hurricane High

Need help with homework or class assignments?    Starting November 2, 2021, Putnam County Schools will launch the Academic Helpline for students and families needing support. PCS helpline staff will be available to assist with academic support for students in kindergarten through grade 12.   Call the PCS Academic Helpline: ☎️ 304-586-4941   Hours of Operation: 🗓 Tuesday-Thursday ⏰ 4:00pm-7:00pm #PutnamProud

WV Navigator is a free, grant-funded program available to assist in finding affordable health insurance through Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Plan, & the Health Insurance Marketplace. Open enrollment is November 1, 2021-January 15, 2022.  🌐 wvnavigator.com

NOW HIRING SUB POSITIONS! 📢 If you’re interested in joining the PCS team as a substitute employee, we’d love to meet you! Learn more about these exciting opportunities and apply today by scanning the QR Code 📸 or visiting 🌐 www.putnamschools.com! #PutnamProud

Are you a grandparent raising a grandchild? Governor Justice recently announced the Healthy Grandfamilies “Save Our Wisdom” Vaccination Incentive. Governor Justice is offering a $150 gift card to any Grandfamily that has received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, meaning the grandparent(s) and any grandchild that is eligible to be vaccinated. To enroll, contact the Putnam County Healthy Grandfamilies Coordinators: Elizabeth Hoh, PCS ☎️ (304) 586-0500 Ext. 1122 PE McClanahan, PCS ☎️ (304) 586-0500 Ext. 1140 OR the Healthy Grandfamilies Program Director: Bonnie Dunn ☎️ (304) 204-4007 📧 bonnie.dunn@wvstateu.edu 🌐 http://healthygrandfamilies.com/

🗓PCS Calendar Reminder: No School for Students Friday, October 22, 2021. Professional Learning Day for Staff/Faculty Senate.

Putnam County Schools has partnered with Fruth Pharmacy to host a Booster Vaccine Clinic for individuals who had the Pfizer vaccine for their first and second shots. No appointment time required. Please remember to bring vaccine card and insurance card.   🗓 Friday October 22, 2021 📍 Hurricane High School ⏰ 2:00 pm-6:00 pm

Fruth Pharmacy will be hosting FREE Rapid COVID Testing next week at Teays Valley Baptist Church from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

“LET’S GO, BABYDOG!” Hurricane High School welcomes back Gov. Justice and Babydog for another full-ride scholarship surprise! ❤️ Today, Gov. Justice & Babydog surprised Hurricane High School Sophomore Connor Reece in front of his family, classmates, and school administrators with a full-ride college scholarship through the “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes! Conner is PCS’ third student scholarship recipient! 🐾 The full four-year scholarship to any public college or university in the state includes room and board, tuition, and books. What a fantastic opportunity! Congratulations Connor! 🎉 Learn more about the “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes: 🌐 https://doitforbabydog.wv.gov/ #PutnamProud

Congratulations Hurricane High - PCS Good News Winner! 📰 HHS shared the most "GOOD NEWS" social media stories during August and September. Thank you, HHS, for highlighting your outstanding students, staff, & school community! ❤️ #PutnamProud

Sept. 27, 2021: Update to Pandemic Mitigation Measures The outlined guidance to supplement and reinforce pandemic mitigation measures adopted by the Putnam County Board of Education can be reviewed in full on the Putnam County Schools website or following the links below. The policy enacted by the Board on September 20, 2021, and further expanded at its Special Meeting on September 24, 2021, which takes effect at the end of the school day on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, is intended to optimize the education of Putnam County Schools’ students while following all written mandates of the Putnam County Health Board and Chief Medical Officer. The Putnam County Health Department is the contact tracing and quarantining authority in accordance with state code. Therefore, all quarantine notifications will come directly from the Putnam County Health Department, rather than Putnam County Schools. 📄 PDF Document: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1577851/PCS_Public_Release_9.24.21.pdf 🌐 District Updates Webpage: https://www.putnamschools.com/article/515671

Today, Gov. Justice & Babydog surprised Poca High School senior Chazz Grady in front of his family, friends, and teammates with a full-ride college scholarship through the “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes! 🐾 Babydog even surprised Chazz some congratulatory kisses! 🐶 The full four-year scholarship to any public college or university in the state, includes room and board, tuition, and books. The prize is valued at over $100,000. Chazz says he is looking to purse a degree in journalism at either Marshall University or West Virginia University. How AMAZING! Congratulations Chazz! ❤️ Learn more about Gov. Justice’s “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes: https://doitforbabydog.wv.gov/ #PutnamProud

Happy WV School Service Personnel Day, PCS! 💙 PCS would like to thank our dedicated and compassionate school service professionals for all they do to help serve and support the students of Putnam County. 🎉 #PutnamProud

Putnam County Schools has partnered with Fruth Pharmacy to host two vaccination clinics tomorrow and Thursday. These clinics will administer the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine for those that received their first on September 1 and 2. 📍Hurricane High, September 22, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 📍Poca High, September 23, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm ✅ Reminder: Please bring and present your COVID-19 vaccine card.

Rock Branch Elementary Named 2021 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education 🎉 NBRS Program honors hundreds of schools annually, saluting school excellence, turn around stories, and closing subgroup achievement gaps. Congratulations Rock Branch - 2021 National Blue Ribbon School! LEARN MORE: 🌐 https://nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov/ 🌐 https://www2.ed.gov/programs/nclbbrs/index.html #RBELeaders #PutnamProud

Today, Gov. Justice & Babydog surprised Hurricane High School senior Livvi Miller with a full-ride college scholarship through the “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes! The full four-year scholarship to any public college or university in the state includes room and board, tuition, and books. Livvi is a 4.25 student who has already qualified for the Promise Scholarship. She says she has been working diligently to save for college. She plans to pursue a degree in education and is looking to attend West Virginia University. How AWESOME! Congratulations Livvi! Learn more about Gov. Justice’s “Do it for Babydog” Vaccination Sweepstakes HERE. https://doitforbabydog.wv.gov/ #PutnamProud

Six Putnam County Schools high school seniors have been named Semifinalists in the 67th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program for the 2021-22 school year! Congratulations - Matthew Olivero, Hurricane High School Carter Leadmon, Hurricane High School Connor Stonestreet, Hurricane High School Yimin Cai, Hurricane High School Allison Edwards, Hurricane High School Thomas Moore, Winfield High School These academically talented student leaders join approximately 16,000 students nationally competing for over 7,500 scholarships worth nearly $30 million. The 16,000 Semifinalists nationwide represent less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors and include the highest-scoring entrants in each state. To be considered for a National Merit Scholarship, Semifinalists must advance to Finalist standing in the competition by meeting high academic standards and all other requirements provided to each Semifinalist. An estimated 15,000 semifinalists will advance to the Finalist level in announced February, and scholarships will be awarded in the spring. Congratulations and good luck to our Putnam County National Merit Semifinalists! #PutnamProud

Twenty years ago, the United States endured one of the most inconceivable tragedies in our country’s history. On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we remember and honor every life taken too soon. Each year we remember the bravery of our first responders, service members, and citizens who unwaveringly answered the call of duty. Their sacrifice and courage embody the American spirit and resilience, and their heroism inspires new generations. Each year we remember how we came together, united, we renew our vow to never forget. #PatriotDay2021 #September11 #PutnamProud

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges to students, educators, and families, leaving some to feel overwhelmed, isolated, or alone. Taking steps to support yourself, your child, or your family is essential during these challenging times, even if it’s just a phone call.  
The Putnam County Schools Emotional Support Hotline provides resource referrals for students and families experiencing emotional distress. PCS student support staff are available to listen, talk, offer resources, and provide referrals to other local agencies if needed. ❤️ PCS Emotional Support Hotline 🗓 Open Monday thru Friday ⏰ 10 AM - 6 PM ☎️ (304) 586-4947; or ☎️ (304) 586-0500, ext. 1960 
If you are experiencing an emergency crisis, please contact the West Virginia Children’s Crisis Line at 1-800-HELP4WV (1-800-435-7498) or call 911 immediately. The West Virginia Children’s Crisis can also be reached on their website at https://wwwhelp4wv.com/ccl.