Doddridge County Early Learning Academy

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week Thank you to our Holistic Child Department for nurturing the whole student-emotionally, socially, and academically. #UnitedToMakeADifference

🎉 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

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

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

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

Students Helping Students: One Day Food Drive - Block The Door! Today, the Doddridge County Early Learning Academy hosted a fantastic food drive, and it was a huge success! 🎉 Principal See shared her pride in the students who went above and beyond to support their peers in the community. Their dedication to making a difference in the lives of those experiencing food insecurities during Spring Break is truly inspiring. 🙌 The goal of the drive was to collect non-perishable food items, and the results were amazing! Mr. Waugaman, the County Mental Health Coordinator, expressed how outstanding the students’ generosity was, and how rewarding it was to see their excitement to give back. 💙 This heartwarming event continues at the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools tomorrow, April 9th, 2025, from 8 am to 8:30 am. Check out the pictures from today’s event below! 📸 #StudentsHelpingStudents #UnitedToMakeADifference

Shoutout to Mattison White for leading the Pledge of Allegiance at the Doddridge County Board of Education’s regular meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025. A dedicated member of the History Bowl team, DCMS Dance Team, and a talented performer with the MCAC Theater, Mattison truly embodies Bulldog pride in everything she does. #UnitedToMakeADifference

🚨 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 🚨 We’re excited to announce the successful conclusion of our first-ever Attendance Madness tournament with Doddridge County Homerooms! 🎉 After much hard work and dedication, we’re thrilled to congratulate our first-ever winner: Mrs. McCants’ Homeroom from Doddridge County Elementary School! 🏆 Mrs. McCants shared that this group of students worked tirelessly as a team to earn this victory. Every student was ecstatic when Mr. Waugaman and Mr. Bragg delivered the good news! 🙌 Mrs. Amos emphasized that consistent attendance is a key factor in student success, both in the classroom and in overall performance. 💪 Mr. Waugaman also mentioned he’s already looking forward to next year’s tournament, plus other exciting attendance incentives his team is working on to help schools succeed even more. ✨ Check out the updated bracket below and be sure to celebrate our winning homeroom with their class picture! 📸👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 #AttendanceMatters #StudentAchievement #BulldogsInTheBuilding #UnitedToMakeADifference

Doddridge County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, April 4, due to high water. Staff will report on Code B.

🎉 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 🎉 The countdown is on! ⏳ Attendance Madness is coming to an end, and our students across Doddridge County have worked hard to compete for the first-ever Champion of Attendance Madness! 🏆 We’re down to the FINAL 2 HOMEROOMS: 📚 Mrs. McCants’ Homeroom from Doddridge County Elementary School vs. 📚 Mrs. Stemple’s Homeroom from Doddridge County Middle School ✨ This week (March 31st - April 4th), your attendance will determine who takes home the title of Attendance Champion! ✨ Check out the updated bracket below and stay tuned for the exciting finale! Let’s keep the momentum going and remember—ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 💯 #AttendanceMatters #AttendanceMadness #UnitedToMakeADifference