IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR FAMILIES
Doddridge County Schools will be closed on Monday, November 4th, for a scheduled Curriculum Development Day, and on Tuesday, November 5th, due to Election Day. We hope you enjoy this extended weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Wednesday, November 6th!
Have a wonderful weekend!
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EVACUATION DRILLS
Doddridge County Schools will be having planned evacuation drills today, Wednesday, October 23, 2024. There is no cause for alarm, and this is just a drill to ensure our threat preparedness plan is working effectively.
Doddridge County Board of Education Regular Meeting
At tonight's Doddridge County Board of Education meeting Paislee Sponaugle, a fifth grader at Doddridge County Middle School, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Board also donated an unserviceable bus to the Smithburg Fire Department for training purposes. "Student bus safety is an important part of our school system, and we are very pleased to work with the Smithburg Fire Department so that they, along with our other county agencies, have the necessary training resources available” said Superintendent Scott Cochran.
ATTENTION PARENTS:
Doddridge County Schools would like to clarify that tomorrow, Monday, October 14th, is a regular school day, with both staff and students in attendance. It is our understanding that some incorrect information may be circulating, and we want to ensure everyone is informed. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Tonight, the Doddridge County Board of Education welcomed Sheriff Boring and the Doddridge County Sheriff’s department to their meeting and School Resource Officer Kirby Miller. This year marks the 15th year for Prevention Resource Officers in the school system. The board held a small reception to recognize the partnership in student safety and mentorship provided by the officers.
Chad Evans, president of the Board of Education stated “Doddridge County Schools is honored to present this award to Sheriff Boring, his dedicated deputies, and School Resource Officer, Kirby Miller, in recognition of their unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our students and community. Through their tireless collaboration with our schools, they have created a secure and thriving environment for our children. Their dedication to safeguarding our students is truly invaluable, and we are deeply grateful for the vital role they play in ensuring the future of Doddridge County. This essential work is made possible by the continued support of our taxpayers and the school levy. Your contributions are not only crucial to maintaining the safety of our students but also to the ongoing success of this vital partnership. We are proud to acknowledge and celebrate the exceptional efforts of Sheriff Boring, his deputies, and SRO Miller, and we deeply appreciate your role in helping us protect and nurture the future of our community.”
Superintendent Scott Cochran also thanked the officers, “School safety is a primary responsibility of public schools. We want to recognize Sheriff Boring, his deputies and Mr. Miller not only for keeping our students safe, but for being exemplary role models in our schools.”
REMINDER FOR PARENTS: Tomorrow, Monday, October 7th, is a scheduled Professional Learning Day for our staff. As a result, students will not have school.
Here is tonight’s link to the Doddridge football game. It is Homecoming!
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/wv/west-union/organization/12355/doddridge-county-high-school/watch?ib=1398341
A Message Regarding School Safety
Please review this very important message regarding school safety provided by the West Virginia Department of Education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB_PgDgebU8
We are truly grateful for the hard work and dedication of our custodians and maintenance staff at Doddridge County Schools. Their attention to detail keeps our schools clean, safe, and well-maintained, creating an ideal learning environment for our students. Whether it's preparing the buildings for the day ahead or handling critical repairs, their efforts are vital to our daily operations.
Thank you for all you do to keep our schools running smoothly! Your hard work never goes unnoticed, and we appreciate you.
PUBLIC NOTICE TO HOMESCHOOL FAMILIES RESIDING IN DODDRIDGE COUNTY FOR THE 2025 STATE ASSESSMENT OPTION (NON-REQUIRED.)
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September 19 has been declared West Virginia School Service Personnel Day by Governor Justice.
I also wish to express my gratitude for all the hard work and dedication our service personnel bring to Doddridge County Schools. Their efforts make a world of difference in creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for students and staff alike.
Their commitment to their work and compassion for our students, whether in the cafeteria, maintaining our facilities, providing support in the classroom, making sure our buses are safe, transporting our students or managing administrative tasks, does not go unnoticed. They play a vital role in shaping the educational experience and ensuring that everything runs smoothly.
So thank you to our School Service Personnel!
Superintendent Scott Cochran.
Isabella Ahouse was recognized by the Doddridge County Board of Education for leading the meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance at tonight’s board meeting.
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Minutes from the LSIC Meeting on 9-9-24
Good Evening,
The Doddridge County Board of Education is committed to the safety of all students and staff members. As many are aware, there has been a statewide and nationwide circulation of school threats via various forms of social media. At this point, Doddridge County has no credible evidence as it relates to these threats associated with our schools, we will continue to monitor the situation in collaboration with the Doddridge County Sheriff's Office, WV State Police, Homeland Security and the Fusion Center. We would like to thank our local law enforcement agencies for keeping our schools safe and secure.
Scott Cochran
Superintendent
Doddridge County Schools
Governor Jim Justice released the following:
You're invited to attend a Community Resource Vendor Night on 9/20/24 prior to the home football game from 5 pm to 7 pm at Cline Stansberry Stadium. (Located behind the home bleachers). Please come out and meet local resources within our community that can provide supports as needed.
Time Change for Middle School Football
The Doddridge County Middle School football game versus Wirt County on Thursday has been pushed back to a 7:00 p.m. start