Aurora School

PCS is excited to welcome our faculty and staff for opening day sessions at PHS, tomorrow the 13th at Knights Stadium. (The event will take place in the PHS Gym with inclement weather). Doors open at 7:30 AM, keynote begins at 8:15, and employees are encouraged to show their school pride by wearing their home school colors (school- appropriate casual attire is acceptable). More information and the schedule can be found at the following link:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2073/PCS/5933592/Back_to_School_PD_Document___Welcome_Message.pdf

Mt Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Civic Ctr Parking Lot
10am-11:30am - service

At Preston County Schools we recognize the importance of family and community involvement in our schools. The PCS Chaperone and Volunteer Protocols have been updated for the 25-26 School Year. More information can be found at the link below, which includes hyperlinks to the application forms.

https://5il.co/3n9i8

For this upcoming school year, West Virginia has enacted a law, House Bill 2003 (https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Text_HTML/2025_SESSIONS/RS/bills/hb2003%20sub2%20enr.pdf), empowering county school boards to ban cell phone use in classrooms during instructional time. The bill, passed by the Legislature and signed into law by Governor Patrick Morrisey, aims to reduce distractions and improve student focus and mental health. County boards are responsible for developing and implementing specific policies regarding device use, including storage and consequences for violations. Preston County School's policy is summarized below and will be on second reading for passage at the August 11th meeting of the PCS Board of Education.
https://5il.co/3n9c3

Join us for Open House August 18 from 4:00-6:00. All Aurora students will receive a free Kona Ice provided by our PTO. Interested in joining our PTO? The first meeting will be August 19 at 5:30.

Reminder of vaccine requirements for PCS Students (PK, new enrollments and 7th and 12th grades) - Immunizations are a requirement by state code for student enrollment in WV Public Schools.

During the June meeting of the West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE), members voted unanimously to comply with state law regarding required school immunizations as it is written in W. Va. Code §16-3-4.

The WVBE directed the State Superintendent of Schools to notify all school districts to follow the law that has been in effect since 1937. This is in line with the actions of the West Virginia Legislature during the 2025 Regular Session which did not vote in favor of religious exemptions for vaccines.

(https://wvde.us/articles/west-virginia-board-education-statement-vaccine-lawsuit)

The district strategic plan for Preston County Schools is now posted on the Preston County Schools website and school websites. The plan is linked under the District Section and is titled "Strategic Plan". Feedback or suggestions can be emailed to Superintendent Brad Martin at the following email: brrmarti@k12.wv.us.

August Menus
(Note - August 18-20 is Staggered Start, which is why it's the same offerings each of those days - different students in the building each day)

September Menus coming mid August - first student/parent surveys going out beginning of November for feedback

Cross Country season is here and starts Monday, August 4th! Remember you must have a physical before you can practice with a practice requirement required before you can participate in a meet. First practice will be Monday August 4th 5:30-6:30pm at Aurora School. Please follow Aurora School Runs on FB or contact Seegee Bachtel at 304-698-5569 for practice schedule and information. Let's get running, Aurora Bears!

Reminder - 2025-2026 PCS School Calendar and Staggered Start Schedule

Also, if you need to contact your school's principal prior to the first day and haven't been able to get in contact, as contracts vary along with summer time off, see the attached school directory for email contact information.

Are you a 6th–8th grade student interested in running cross country this year? We'd love to have you join us! Practices officially start on August 4th, and we welcome runners of all levels—whether you're new to running or have experience, there's a place for you on our team!
Important: All participants must have a current sports physical dated after July 1, 2025 before they can take part in any practices.
We’re excited to see our running program grow for another amazing season. If you have any questions, please contact Seegee Bachtel at 304-698-5569.

Reminder. Anyone interested in playing squires, middle school soccer this fall, there is a meeting at 5:30 today at the PHS turf field for both girls and boys. A parent must accompany the player. Also, the girls will be holding a flex practice after the meeting. Please have a water source.

Preston County Schools will be offering a Bus Driver Class beginning on July 28th. This position offers summers off, flexible hours, family medical, dental and vision insurance, and a retirement plan for full -time employment. – No High School diploma required. Drug Testing and background check required. Please call 304-329-2524 for more information. You may apply on the Preston County Schools website under Employment (Substitute Bus Operator ) to be considered for the class.

Any student, girl or boy, interested in trying out for the Varsity Football, Competition, and Boys' Basketball cheerleading team at PHS must have a physical dated after May 1 and brought with them for tryouts which begin on August 4, 2025 at the PHS small gymnasium starting at 8:00 a.m.  Please make sure that you have a sealable water bottle and a small snack because the tryouts last from 8-12.  

Tired of hearing the dreaded "B-Word" from your kiddos this summer break? No need to reinvent the wheel to find solutions and answers. The internet is full of ideas to help combat the boredom blues, many activities at no cost and using resources already in and around your homes. Summer Bingo is just one of those ideas that adds a little friendly competition that could just be that needed boost.

Attention all incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who are interested in playing football for the county middle school team:
The Preston County Squires are currently holding their 2nd summer camp and all that are interested are welcomed to attend!
Camp will run Wednesday July 9th to Saturday July 19th. For more information, please contact Coach Herrington at 304-276-5746.
You can also get all the latest information about Preston County Squires Football on our Facebook group page PRESTON COUNTY SQUIRES MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL.

Just a reminder of upcoming substitute class offerings. Please contact Autumn Sheets for more information. Tomorrow is custodian and cook.

Sign-ups for West Preston Youth Football, ages 4 to 12 interested in playing or cheerleading, will take place this evening at the West Preston Youth Field from 6 to 8. You don't have to attend the West Preston area to play. If your town doesn't have a team, you're welcome to join.