Reminder - The 2nd Annual Preston County Schools Fine Arts Festival returns tomorrow, 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!
Parents are invited to join members of the BOE and County Office Staff for our annual parent advisory meeting and work session on Monday, April 20th at 5:00PM at the Preston County Board of Education Offices. During this time, you'll be able to share your ideas on how we can better serve you as a parent and our students through our Title 1 Programs and District Goals. This will also be an opportunity to share thoughts on the new, state-mandated, retention policy that will go into effect next school year.
Check out this opportunity for our military connected families!
KES PTA will be sponsoring a family STEAM Night on Friday, April 24, from 6:00PM-7:30PM! Come hungry! Food trucks available from 5:00PM-6:30PM in the KES parking lot!
Preston County Schools is lucky to have the administrative teams at each of our schools, and this week, we join the rest of the nation in celebrating our Assistant Principals and Deans. We recognize the critical roles they play in fostering student success, supporting school staff, and fostering positive school cultures. Today and everyday, we say thank you to these "unsung heroes" of our schools who handle discipline, curriculum, and mentorship. Thank you Assistant Principals and Deans.
Let’s give a big shoutout to Miss Kylie’s Gatorade Students of the Month for March!
These outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, and perseverance during wellness class. Whether encouraging a teammate, showing respect in competition, or pushing through challenges, they continue to set the standard for what it means to be a true role model.
These qualities go far beyond the playing field—helping to build strong character, positive relationships, and lifelong habits that support overall wellness. We are so proud of the way you represent our school each and every day!
Keep leading, supporting, and striving for greatness!
These outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, and perseverance during wellness class. Whether encouraging a teammate, showing respect in competition, or pushing through challenges, they continue to set the standard for what it means to be a true role model.
These qualities go far beyond the playing field—helping to build strong character, positive relationships, and lifelong habits that support overall wellness. We are so proud of the way you represent our school each and every day!
Keep leading, supporting, and striving for greatness!
KES would like to wish our fourth grade students the very best of luck as they participate in the Regional Social Studies Fair at Glenville State today!
We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and curiosity. Go out there, represent KES well, and make us proud!
Last Wednesday, the KES PTA hosted a successful Ready, Tech, Go! event, bringing together families to learn more about each child’s readiness for personal devices such as cell phones and iPads.
The evening was filled with meaningful conversations as parents and educators shared experiences and ideas for proactively guiding our students to become responsible, informed digital citizens. Families also enjoyed dinner and had the opportunity to win prizes, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
This impactful event was made possible through a grant from AT&T and the National PTA. A special thank you to KES PTA Vice President Misty Davis for spearheading this important initiative and helping strengthen the partnership between school and home!
The evening was filled with meaningful conversations as parents and educators shared experiences and ideas for proactively guiding our students to become responsible, informed digital citizens. Families also enjoyed dinner and had the opportunity to win prizes, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for all.
This impactful event was made possible through a grant from AT&T and the National PTA. A special thank you to KES PTA Vice President Misty Davis for spearheading this important initiative and helping strengthen the partnership between school and home!
April is the Month of the Military Child!
As a Purple Star School, Kingwood Elementary School is proud to honor and support our military-connected students and their families. We recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifices these children make as they navigate unique challenges and experiences.
Throughout the month, we celebrate YOU—your courage, your adaptability, and your important role in serving our country alongside your families. Thank you for all that you do!
As a Purple Star School, Kingwood Elementary School is proud to honor and support our military-connected students and their families. We recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifices these children make as they navigate unique challenges and experiences.
Throughout the month, we celebrate YOU—your courage, your adaptability, and your important role in serving our country alongside your families. Thank you for all that you do!
PCS Easter/Spring Break - Just a reminder that an extended weekend for Easter Break begins tomorrow, Friday, April 3rd, with students and staff returning on Wednesday, April 8th. Happy Easter Preston County!
Last night, the Preston County Reading Council presented multiple students from across the county and grade-levels with the Literary Award, in honor of Mary Agnes Borgman. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each category were also recognized. Some additional excitement this year came during the First and Second Grade Prose Category, as County Winner, 1st Grader and KES Student, Dylan Lipscomb, was also recognized as coming in 2nd place in the State-Level Competition. PCS is proud of this outstanding accomplishment from Dylan, as well as all of our school participants and winners at the county level. Writing is such an important and foundational skill for our students, and we couldn't be more proud of each of these who have gone above and beyond. Keep being creative kids.
Today we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals of Kingwood Elementary School on National Paraprofessional Day!
Our paraprofessionals are an essential part of the KES family. From supporting instruction and guiding transitions to providing individualized, one-on-one assistance, they play a vital role in the success of our students each and every day.
Their dedication helps maintain a positive, structured environment where all students are encouraged and empowered to be their very best. We are so grateful for the care, patience, and commitment they bring to our school community.
Thank you for all that you do—you truly make a difference!
Our paraprofessionals are an essential part of the KES family. From supporting instruction and guiding transitions to providing individualized, one-on-one assistance, they play a vital role in the success of our students each and every day.
Their dedication helps maintain a positive, structured environment where all students are encouraged and empowered to be their very best. We are so grateful for the care, patience, and commitment they bring to our school community.
Thank you for all that you do—you truly make a difference!
No fooling around today, at least when it comes to recognizing our Paraprofessionals. Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is observed annually on the first Wednesday of April. Today and everyday, we honor paraprofessional educators, who may also be known as paras, instructional assistants, or teacher aides. Paraprofessionals perform a variety of teaching-related jobs and often assist teachers in classrooms.
Paras may work with students on supplemental enrichment activities, either in small groups or one-on-one. They may also help students complete assignments or practice reading. Paraprofessionals often work with students with special education needs and a variety of disabilities. They may also supervise students outside of classrooms and help teachers with clerical work.
Paraprofessionals work tirelessly each day to support students & teachers, so today we honor them for their service.
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay
Paras may work with students on supplemental enrichment activities, either in small groups or one-on-one. They may also help students complete assignments or practice reading. Paraprofessionals often work with students with special education needs and a variety of disabilities. They may also supervise students outside of classrooms and help teachers with clerical work.
Paraprofessionals work tirelessly each day to support students & teachers, so today we honor them for their service.
#ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay
PCS Easter/Spring Break - Just a reminder that there is no school for students on Thursday, April 2nd, with staff reporting for a professional day. An extended weekend for Easter Break begins on Friday, April 3rd, with students and staff returning on Wednesday, April 8th.
Help give back to others this spring during Kingwood Elementary's partnered blood drive with Preston Memorial Hospital and the American Red Cross on Tuesday, April 7, at the Kingwood Community Building! Sign up to schedule an appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code: KingwoodComm; call 1-800-RED CROSS; make your appointment on the American Red Cross Blood Donor App; or complete and return the request form(s) to the school by April 1st.
This evening's "Young Writers Awards" will be held at the PHS Theatre at 6:00 PM, and live streamed on Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/PrestonCountySchools)
(Photos and winner's list will be published tomorrow)
(Photos and winner's list will be published tomorrow)
KES Families: If you haven't already, RSVP for the PTA Connected: Ready, Tech, Go! Workshop! We'll provide dinner and childcare while guardians learn more about their child's tech readiness! Dinner will be from 5:30-6:00 followed by the parent workshop from 6:00-7:00. Don't miss this opportunity to help your youngsters become responsible digital citizens!
Next month begins statewide testing across WV, beginning with our 11th Graders on SAT School Day on the 14th, then our students who take the Alternative State Assessment (WVASA or DLM), with that window opening on April 13th. Attached are letters from Superintendent of WV Schools, Michelle Blatt, on each of those tests outlined:
West Virginia General Summative Assessment for Grades 3-8
West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment (DLM) for Grades 3-8 and 11
West Virginia SAT School Day for Grade 11
West Virginia General Summative Assessment for Grades 3-8
West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment (DLM) for Grades 3-8 and 11
West Virginia SAT School Day for Grade 11
Help give back to others this spring during Kingwood Elementary's partnered blood drive with Preston Memorial Hospital and the American Red Cross on Tuesday, April 7, at the Kingwood Community Building! Sign up to schedule an appointment by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and use sponsor code: KingwoodComm; call 1-800-RED CROSS; make your appointment on the American Red Cross Blood Donor App; or complete and return the request form(s) to the school by April 1st.
Join KES PTA on Wednesday, April 1st, for the PTA Connected: Ready, Tech, Go! Workshop! We'll provide dinner and childcare while guardians learn more about their child's tech readiness! Dinner will be from 5:30-6:00 followed by the parent workshop from 6:00-7:00.
