Doddridge County Schools

🎉 Doddridge County Schools May Attendance Award! 🎉 The finish line is in sight, but we’re not slowing down! 🏁 At Doddridge County Schools, we’re encouraging all students to finish the year strong—and we’ve got some awesome incentives to keep you going! Thanks to our partnership with Doddridge County Parks, students have the chance to win a 1-Day Family Pool Pass 💦 and a Goodie Bag from our amazing Holistic Child/Communities in Schools Team and the Doddridge County Family Resource Network! 🎟️ How to win? Every day you're present in May = 1 entry into the raffle. ✅ The more days you’re here, the more chances you have to win! 🗓️ Winners will be drawn on May 30, 2025, at each school building. 📍 You must be present to win! Let’s finish the school year strong and show the state what #BulldogsInTheBuilding really means! 🐾 #UnitedToMakeADifference

SUPERINTENDENT'S CHALLENGE COIN Congratulations to the following Doddridge County students who were awarded the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin today in recognition of their exceptional character and commitment to the #UnitedToMakeADifference mission: DCHS – Payton Currey, DCMS – Reed Modesitt, DCES – Raelynn Turk, and DCELA – Sabastyen Miller

Softball Schedule Update Tonight’s softball game against Ritchie County has been canceled. The game has been rescheduled for tomorrow at 6:00 PM and will be played at our home field.

🩺 Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day! From caring for scrapes and sniffles to managing medications and monitoring student health, our school nurses are true heroes behind the scenes. Thank you for the calm, compassionate care you provide each day and for being a trusted source of support for our students, staff, and families. You help make Doddridge County Schools a safer, healthier place to learn and grow. 💚💛 # UnitedToMakeA Difference

Academic Pep Rally Highlights! Students at Doddridge County Elementary and Middle School kicked off state testing season with an energizing pep rally! Special thanks to Board President Chad Evans and Board Member Leslie Underwood for motivating students to give their best effort and earn rewards by showing up, staying focused, and making positive choices. Our students are ready to shine! #UnitedToMakeADifference

A special evening is ahead as the Doddridge County Board of Education prepares to honor nearly 300 outstanding students at tonight’s Distinguished Student Awards Ceremony. From academic achievement to creative excellence and leadership in attendance, this celebration highlights the hard work and dedication of students across all grade levels. Stay tuned, we’ll be sharing photos and highlights from this meaningful recognition of Bulldog pride and student success. #UnitedToMakeADifference

May 2025 Newsletter - Mental Health Series from the Cook Center/Parent Guidance.

Doddridge County High School Sectional Showdown at Home! Join us Monday, May 5th at 6:00 PM as the Bulldogs take on Braxton in the Sectional Softball Tournament. Let’s fill the stands and show our support! 🎟️ Reminder: Extracurricular passes are not accepted during tournament play. WVSSAC passes will be honored.

Just as spring brings a bloom of hope after long winters, parenting too can blossom with the right support. As educators and staff, you see the joys and struggles families face every day. Parent Coaching is here to help parents in our district find encouragement, tools, and renewed confidence—so they can experience the beauty in their parenting journey. Together, we can support stronger families and brighter futures.

Band & Show Choir Take Center Stage at DCHS! Today, students across Doddridge County High School came together during the school day for a special in-school performance featuring our talented band and show choir, a chance to cheer on the musicians and vocalists who so often show their support at athletic competitions. Whether performing on the sidelines or on the stage, these students bring energy, pride, and heart to everything they do. Today, we returned the favor by putting the spotlight on them and celebrating their incredible talent. It was their time to shine and they did not disappoint! #UnitedToMakeADifference

SUPERINTENDENT'S CHALLENGE COIN Congratulations to the following Doddridge County students who were awarded the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin today in recognition of their exceptional character and commitment to the #UnitedToMakeADifference mission: DCHS – Gunner Kimball DCMS – Sawyer Adams DCES – Madison Hively DCELA – Hope Lipscomb

Happy Secretary’s Appreciation Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible secretaries who help keep everything and everyone on track. From answering phones and juggling schedules to organizing events, managing records, and keeping everything running smoothly, your hard work, patience, and professionalism make a difference every single day. You are often the first face people see, the calm in the chaos, and the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep our schools and offices operating with care and efficiency. Thank you for all you do to support our students, staff, and community. Doddridge County wouldn’t run smoothly without you! #UnitedToMakeADifference

Today’s the day! The Doddridge County FFA Greenhouse is officially open for the season! Come check out the vibrant blooms, hanging baskets, and garden-ready plants, all grown with care by our amazing FFA students. Their hard work is on full display, and you won’t want to miss it! ⏰ Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ⛔ Closed on Sundays 📍 Location: Doddridge County High School 79 Bulldog Drive, West Union, WV 26456 Swing by, stock up, and support our students!

Congratulations to our 2025 Golden Horseshoe Winners! Doddridge County Schools proudly recognizes the exceptional achievements of the following eighth-grade students: • Lane Anderson • Olivia Cork • Isaac Grogg These students have earned one of West Virginia’s highest academic honors, the title of Knight of the Golden Horseshoe, for their outstanding knowledge of West Virginia history, geography, government, and culture. This prestigious award dates back to 1931 and symbolizes academic excellence and deep appreciation for the Mountain State’s rich heritage. Recipients will be officially inducted into the Golden Horseshoe Society during a state ceremony in Charleston, where they will be knighted by the State Superintendent and presented with a golden horseshoe pin. We are incredibly proud of these students for representing Doddridge County with distinction. It’s a great day to be a Bulldog, and a proud day to be a West Virginian! #UnitedToMakeADifference

Today is Transportation Appreciation Day, and we want to recognize the incredible dedication of our Doddridge County Transportation Team. This winter brought more than its fair share of challenges, from icy roads to snow-covered turnarounds. Our drivers and transportation staff went above and beyond, not only getting buses ready each day but also cleaning them, installing tire chains, and even clearing turnarounds, all to ensure our students could safely make it to school and minimize missed instructional time. We are so grateful for their commitment, resilience, and the heart they bring to their work every day. Thank you for keeping Doddridge County students moving safely, no matter the weather. #UnitedToMakeADifference

Bulldog Excellence on Display! At the April 15, 2025, Board of Education meeting, we proudly celebrated the outstanding accomplishments of Doddridge County High School students across FFA, Cheerleading, and All-State Chorus! Our FFA students showcased their skills at the West Virginia State Ham and Bacon Sale, with Trey McDonough and Brayden Martin earning Top 10 Bacon honors, and Chloe Mayle finishing in the Top 10 for Eggs! Isabella Holtz, Daniel Adams, and Thad Gum were recognized with Prime Bacon awards, while Trey McDonough and Declan Ferrell earned Prime Ham honors, demonstrating hard work, craftsmanship, and Bulldog pride! The DCHS Cheer Team was also recognized for an incredible season, finishing second at the Regional Competition and fifth in the State Competition! 📣 Their energy, spirit, and perseverance truly embodied what it means to be a Bulldog. In the arts, we celebrated the musical talents of Emily Doughty, Mason Richards, and Madelyn Barker, who were selected for the prestigious 2025 West Virginia All-State Chorus! 🎶 Their dedication and passion for music placed them among the best in the state. In recognition of their leadership, excellence, and determination, students were awarded the "It’s a Great Day to be a Bulldog" certificate, a true celebration of their hard work, Bulldog spirit, and commitment to success. 🌟 It’s a great day to be a Bulldog! #UnitedToMakeADifference

Doddridge County High School junior Emma Beaver led the Pledge of Allegiance at Monday’s Board of Education meeting. Emma is a dedicated student with a passion for cheerleading and cosmetology. She is currently attending UTC for cosmetology and plans to pursue it as a career after graduation. As she looks ahead to her senior year, Emma is especially excited for another opportunity to compete at the state cheer tournament.

🎉 That’s a Wrap! 🎉 Our Students Helping Students: One Day Food Drive – Block the Door was a huge success! Thanks to the incredible generosity and hard work of our students and staff at Doddridge County Schools, we were able to bless 24 families with food boxes just in time for spring break. 💚📦 A special shoutout to all who donated, participated, and volunteered their time to sort and pack the food. Your kindness truly made a difference! Mr. Waugaman, our County Mental Health Coordinator, shared that the overwhelming support for this project was heartwarming. It’s amazing to see our school community come together to lift each other up. 💪✨ Thank you again for making this event such a success. Have a safe and happy Spring Break! 🌸🌞 #StudentsHelpingStudents #UnitedToMakeADifference

The Doddridge County Public Library is hosting an art show featuring artwork from the Elementary, Middle and High Schools. The exhibits will be on display from April 14-21, 2025, during the library's regular hours of operation. Congratulations to all the featured artists!

Celebrating Student Growth in Doddridge County Schools! At a recent Doddridge County Board of Education meeting, Reading Specialist Mallory James and Math Specialist Sam Bailey shared exciting data showing strong student growth across all grade levels! ✅ In Reading, students in grades K-8 showed impressive gains from fall to spring, with Kindergarten leading the way with a 21-point increase! ✅ In Math and Science, DCES and DCMS students posted strong growth, with many grade levels exceeding national averages thanks to hands-on learning and targeted support. In recognition of their dedication, leadership, and commitment to our mission, United to Make a Difference, both specialists were awarded the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin! Thank you, Ms. James and Ms. Bailey, for helping our students achieve success and reach their full potential! #UnitedToMakeADifference