Ten Preston High School students were recognized today with the Jerry Seinfeld Prize, an award recognizing students for their comedic personalities and positive impact on peers and faculty. Created and provided with generosity year after year by community member Deb Miller, the award is not about being a class clown, but rather recognizing someone who is positive, has a good sense of humor, and uses humor to brighten the days of those around them.
These students continue to give people a reason to laugh, and always seem to be putting smiles on the faces of others. Today, their ability to brighten peoples' days was recognized.
The winning students of the 2026 Preston High School Jerry Seinfeld Award include:
Tristan Dawson-- 10th Grade
Grace Baker-Mayne-- 12th Grade
Alex Rinck-- 12th Grade
Dominic Weaver-- 10th Grade
Mason Riley-- 12th Grade
Ava Turner-- 10th Grade
Reagan Jennings-- 10th Grade
Tameron Upole-- 11th Grade
Katheryne Holt-- 10th Grade
Evan Guseman-- 10th Grade
These students continue to give people a reason to laugh, and always seem to be putting smiles on the faces of others. Today, their ability to brighten peoples' days was recognized.
The winning students of the 2026 Preston High School Jerry Seinfeld Award include:
Tristan Dawson-- 10th Grade
Grace Baker-Mayne-- 12th Grade
Alex Rinck-- 12th Grade
Dominic Weaver-- 10th Grade
Mason Riley-- 12th Grade
Ava Turner-- 10th Grade
Reagan Jennings-- 10th Grade
Tameron Upole-- 11th Grade
Katheryne Holt-- 10th Grade
Evan Guseman-- 10th Grade
Congratulations to these incredible student athletes on their conference designations for the 25-26 Basketball and Cheer Seasons.
ATTN: Current juniors/rising seniors who are interested in attending one of our Nation’s 4 Service Academies – U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy beginning in the summer of 2027.
Senator Capito’s 2026 academy nomination application is now OPEN. A nomination is a required part of the application process. The deadline to submit an application is 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Students may access the application via the following link: https://oampluspublic.senate.gov/public/login/a9fff7c5-14fe-41d2-8521-58dcd53e10f0
Please feel free to contact Kali Vernon at 304.347.5372 or kali_vernon@capito.senate.gov with any questions.
Kali Vernon
Office of Senator Shelley Moore Capito
United Center
500 Virginia Street East
Suite 950
Charleston, WV 25301
304.347.5372 Phone
304.347.5371 Fax
Senator Capito’s 2026 academy nomination application is now OPEN. A nomination is a required part of the application process. The deadline to submit an application is 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Students may access the application via the following link: https://oampluspublic.senate.gov/public/login/a9fff7c5-14fe-41d2-8521-58dcd53e10f0
Please feel free to contact Kali Vernon at 304.347.5372 or kali_vernon@capito.senate.gov with any questions.
Kali Vernon
Office of Senator Shelley Moore Capito
United Center
500 Virginia Street East
Suite 950
Charleston, WV 25301
304.347.5372 Phone
304.347.5371 Fax
Mark your calendars! The 2nd Annual Preston County Schools Fine Arts Festival returns April 10, 2026, at 6:00pm. Performances kick off at the Preston High School Theater, showcasing the incredible artistic achievements of our county's students. Don't miss this celebration of creativity and community!
Preston County Schools was well-represented at the WV Region VII Math Field Day on Saturday. Not only did our students represent themselves, their schools, and the county, but they did so in some big ways. Congratulations to these students, their dedicated teachers, and our Math Field Day Coordinators.
Congratulations to the following:
Fifth Grade: Third Place went to Grady Walsh from Terra Ata East Preston. He will move on to the WV State Math Field Day.
Fifth Grade: Second Alternate went to Owen Moody from Bruceton School.
Region VII First Place Team - Division B went to Preston High School. The team consisted of James Harsh, Nick Bernatowicz, Bryson McNew, Cooper Thaler, Garrett Haymond, Donald Parks, Abigail McCoy, Isabella Edmunds, Katelyn Snider and Adam Davis.
Congratulations to the following:
Fifth Grade: Third Place went to Grady Walsh from Terra Ata East Preston. He will move on to the WV State Math Field Day.
Fifth Grade: Second Alternate went to Owen Moody from Bruceton School.
Region VII First Place Team - Division B went to Preston High School. The team consisted of James Harsh, Nick Bernatowicz, Bryson McNew, Cooper Thaler, Garrett Haymond, Donald Parks, Abigail McCoy, Isabella Edmunds, Katelyn Snider and Adam Davis.
One Week Away. Next Saturday is the Annual FFA Ham, Bacon and Egg Sale. We're not yolking, or hamming around. We're bacon you. You don't want to miss this.
Run, Don't Walk to the hottest ticket in town this weekend. Kids and adults alike are LOVING "Shrek the Musical," being presented by the PHS Theatre Department. Only 50 tickets left for tonight's performance which can be bought at the door. Tickets still available, but going fast for Saturday and Sunday, which can be purchased at the door, or online https://prestonboe.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/2750/281/False/True
Parents of Central Preston Students:
An individual attending Central Preston Middle School was diagnosed with pertussis(whooping cough). CMPS Staff and Nurse are currently contact tracing. Once that is complete, an individual message will go out only to those students potentially exposed that says the following (If you do not receive a future text or call, just monitor your child and refer to the attached information sheet):
We are notifying you because your child has potentially been exposed to pertussis.
We recommend that you contact your child's Primary Care Provider
(PCP). The PCP may prescribe antibiotics to reduce their chance of becoming sick (postexposure prophylaxis).
Pertussis is spread by face-to-face contact with a person who has the disease. When a child is diagnosed with pertussis, the physician notifies the local health department. The local health department works to identify all people who have come in contact with an ill
child. These individuals are referred to as "contacts," and the local health department works to ensure they receive antibiotics and are brought up to date on the pertussis vaccine. Children who have not had face-to-face contact with a person who has pertussis do not need to take antibiotics. More detailed information on signs and symptoms of pertussis can be found on the attached information sheet. If you have any questions, you may contact Preston County Health Department directly at 304-329-0096.
An individual attending Central Preston Middle School was diagnosed with pertussis(whooping cough). CMPS Staff and Nurse are currently contact tracing. Once that is complete, an individual message will go out only to those students potentially exposed that says the following (If you do not receive a future text or call, just monitor your child and refer to the attached information sheet):
We are notifying you because your child has potentially been exposed to pertussis.
We recommend that you contact your child's Primary Care Provider
(PCP). The PCP may prescribe antibiotics to reduce their chance of becoming sick (postexposure prophylaxis).
Pertussis is spread by face-to-face contact with a person who has the disease. When a child is diagnosed with pertussis, the physician notifies the local health department. The local health department works to identify all people who have come in contact with an ill
child. These individuals are referred to as "contacts," and the local health department works to ensure they receive antibiotics and are brought up to date on the pertussis vaccine. Children who have not had face-to-face contact with a person who has pertussis do not need to take antibiotics. More detailed information on signs and symptoms of pertussis can be found on the attached information sheet. If you have any questions, you may contact Preston County Health Department directly at 304-329-0096.
With yesterday's weather and today's temps, I'm not so sure Preston County agrees that Spring starts on Friday, but nonetheless, Friday the 20th kicks-off our student Spring Wellness Challenge with lots of great prizes up for grabs. Complete all activities listed from Friday March 20th - Friday May 1st and verify at the link below to be placed in a drawing.
FORMS link will open on May 1st for parent or student to verify their participation and that they successfully completed all activities. Good luck.
https://forms.office.com/r/Q0Jxdb7uK6
FORMS link will open on May 1st for parent or student to verify their participation and that they successfully completed all activities. Good luck.
https://forms.office.com/r/Q0Jxdb7uK6
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
March 28th
The Sale You've All Been Waiting For
PC FFA Ham, Bacon & Egg Sale
PCS Quarterly Highlights - Beat of Excellence - Winter/Early Spring Digital Edition (https://5il.co/3u0rn)
Although our students' and schools' accomplishments are highlighted regularly through Facebook(s) and our PCS Website(s), PCS will now be compiling a highlight of events of an extended period, publishing quarterly. In previous years and editions, our print magazine was funded through additional federal funds we no longer receive. Moving forward, we will print one magazine each year through parent engagement funding, typically at the start of the year, containing important information, documents, and a calendar, but then will quarterly post a "Beat of Excellence Highlight" online.
Although our students' and schools' accomplishments are highlighted regularly through Facebook(s) and our PCS Website(s), PCS will now be compiling a highlight of events of an extended period, publishing quarterly. In previous years and editions, our print magazine was funded through additional federal funds we no longer receive. Moving forward, we will print one magazine each year through parent engagement funding, typically at the start of the year, containing important information, documents, and a calendar, but then will quarterly post a "Beat of Excellence Highlight" online.
Calendar and Report Card Changes:
With today's inclement weather day, PCS has decided not to adjust the dates that were more recently put back in place for a Spring Break, and will be using Friday, May 29th (Snow Make-Up Day) as the possible last day for students. This has no affect or change on PHS graduation. Teachers last day in the buildings will now be June 2nd. Also, with today's snow day, 3rd Grading Period Report Cards will now go out this Friday the 20th, as opposed to the 19th.
With today's inclement weather day, PCS has decided not to adjust the dates that were more recently put back in place for a Spring Break, and will be using Friday, May 29th (Snow Make-Up Day) as the possible last day for students. This has no affect or change on PHS graduation. Teachers last day in the buildings will now be June 2nd. Also, with today's snow day, 3rd Grading Period Report Cards will now go out this Friday the 20th, as opposed to the 19th.
Attention Preston County Schools' 8th Graders: Today's previously scheduled Golden Horseshoe Test will now be conducted tomorrow, Wednesday March 18th.
Preston County Schools are now closed for today, Tuesday, March 17th. Students do not report and all extra-curricular activities are cancelled. 240-day staff, not already reporting are to report on a 2-hour delay and all other staff does not report. The Faculty Senate Representative meeting for today will be rescheduled.
Preston County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay for tomorrow Tuesday, March 17th. Maintenance, mechanics, & custodians report on a regular schedule, & all other students & staff will report on a 2-hour delay.
Bruceton Bus Alt - Tomorrow, March 17th, Bus 10 -23, Richard Mitchell, will be using alternate stop locations.
Congratulations to our Beanstack Reading Giftcard Winners for the month of February.
Bruceton Bus - Monday, 3/16 PM Run Only - Bus 65-15, Jason Cramer will be using the B Run Schedule as posted on the BOE Website for this afternoon. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/5929917/BRUCETON_25-26%282%29.pdf
Preston County Schools continues to represent, and represent STRONG, year after year at HOSA. Congratulations to all of these incredible students. Our future looks bright.
HOSA Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference 2026
Lydia Arnold- is the WV State Champion in World Health & Disparities
Landon Wheeler- WV State Champion in Respiratory Therapy
Max Huggins- WV State Champion in Sports Medicine
Madeline Funk- 2nd Place in Dental Terminology
Other competitors:
Lexa Galloway- Behavioral Health
Raegan Teter- Medical Reading
Cora Reese- Medical Reading
Khloe Kelly- Medical Terminology
Leighton Biermann- Medical Terminology
Samantha McKinley- Nutrition
Sophia Satterfield- Physical Therapy
Kira Knotts- Veterinary Science
Reese Stratton- Veterinary Science
Hollie Turner & Jessica Cooper- CPR/First Aid
Tori Hovatter & Bailey Turner- Health Career Display
Kaitlyn Flores & Haley Sims- Health Career Display
Accompanied by Advisors Jodi Larew, Alyssa Sines, Amanda McCleary, and CTE director Ryan Justus
HOSA Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference 2026
Lydia Arnold- is the WV State Champion in World Health & Disparities
Landon Wheeler- WV State Champion in Respiratory Therapy
Max Huggins- WV State Champion in Sports Medicine
Madeline Funk- 2nd Place in Dental Terminology
Other competitors:
Lexa Galloway- Behavioral Health
Raegan Teter- Medical Reading
Cora Reese- Medical Reading
Khloe Kelly- Medical Terminology
Leighton Biermann- Medical Terminology
Samantha McKinley- Nutrition
Sophia Satterfield- Physical Therapy
Kira Knotts- Veterinary Science
Reese Stratton- Veterinary Science
Hollie Turner & Jessica Cooper- CPR/First Aid
Tori Hovatter & Bailey Turner- Health Career Display
Kaitlyn Flores & Haley Sims- Health Career Display
Accompanied by Advisors Jodi Larew, Alyssa Sines, Amanda McCleary, and CTE director Ryan Justus
Congrats to Bella and Camdyn on their incredible seasons and conference recognition. Well-deserved ladies.
As always, in our conference, coaches are not permitted to vote for their own players. Coaches can only vote for players not on their team. So this recognition came from those who the played against. Preston Proud.
