Doddridge County High School

Celebrating Our Incredible School Cooks! Today, March 7, 2025, we proudly recognize the dedication and hard work of our Doddridge County Schools Child Nutrition Team! Every day, they prepare nutritious meals and serve our students with kindness and care, making a lasting impact on our school community. Their commitment ensures that our students are well-fed, energized, and ready to learn. We appreciate their efforts, the warmth they bring to our cafeterias, and the love they put into every meal. Here are a few pictures of our amazing Child Nutrition Team in action! Join us in thanking them for all they do by leaving a comment below! #UnitedToMakeADifference!

Important message for DCHS Juniors. The DCHS Junior class will be taking the College Board SAT Exam on April 8th at DCHS. This exam is a state requirement.

Important message for DCHS Juniors. The DCHS Junior class will be taking the College Board SAT Exam on April 8th at DCHS. This exam is a state requirement.

Students in Mrs. Kirkpatrick’s senior English class work through introductory stations to kick off a new unit focusing on anchor text, The Tragedy of Macbeth, by William Shakespeare. This activity contextualizes the literary time period and provides visual information about the setting of the play!

🏀 REGIONAL TOURNAMENT ALERT! 🏀 Come out and cheer on our Bulldogs as they face Moorefield in the first round of the Regional Tournament! 📅 Friday, March 7 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍 Home Game 🎟 Tickets: WVSSAC passes accepted County Extra-Curricular passes NOT accepted for postseason play Adults & Students: $7 Available at the door Let’s fill the stands and show our support! 🐾

Parents, luck happens when preparation meets opportunity. Our district is offering FREE coaching sessions to help strengthen your relationships. Take advantage of this resource created by therapists to support you and your loved ones. Click here to register: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

During the regular Board of Education meeting on Monday, March 3rd, School Resource Officer Kirby Miller led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance. We would like to express our appreciation to SRO Officer Miller and all of our Prevention Resource Officers (PROs) for their unwavering dedication. Their commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environment makes a significant impact on our schools. By building strong relationships with students, staff, and the community, they help ensure that our schools remain places where everyone can thrive. Thank you for all you do!

PLAYOFF TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE! Doddridge County fans, get ready to cheer on the Lady Dogs! Tickets for the upcoming playoff game are now available for purchase exclusively through GoFan using the link below. Important Information: • Playoff tickets must be purchased electronically through GoFan. • No paper tickets will be sold at the gate. • Screenshots of tickets will not be accepted. You must have a mobile device with internet access to redeem your ticket at the gate. • Digital tickets will be available onsite but must be purchased using a debit or credit card. Game Details: • Date: March 5, 2025 • Tipoff: 7:00 p.m. • Location: Ritchie County High School To ensure a smooth entry process, fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. Go Lady Dogs! https://gofan.co/app/school/WVSSAC

🎉 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 🎉 Get ready for the Countywide Attendance Tournament - "March Madness"! 🏀 Each school’s homerooms will compete in a single elimination bracket just like the NCAA basketball tournament. 🏆 The winning homeroom from each school will move on to represent their school in the Final Four of the County! 🎯 🏅 PRIZES await the homerooms in the Final Four , and the overall champion will receive an extra special prize! ✨ Who will make it to the top? Will your homeroom bring home the championship? 👑 Stay tuned for updates and let’s make attendance the winning team this March! 🙌 📅 Tournament Dates: Feb 24 – Play in games -High School and Seeding at Early Learning Academy Feb 28 Round of 64 begins March 3-7 Round of 32 March 10-14 Sweet 16 March 17-21 Elite 8 March 24-28 Final Four (Champion Crowned at Each School) March 31- April 14 Championship

🏀 Regional Tournament Alert! 🏀 Come out and support our Lady Bulldogs as they take on Braxton County in the first round of the Regional Tournament! 🔥 📅 Friday, February 28 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍 Home Game 🎟️ Tickets: WVSSAC passes will be accepted. 🚨 County extracurricular passes will NOT be accepted for postseason play. Adults & Students: $7 Available at the door Let’s pack the gym!

Bulldogs Baseball Tryouts: Monday March 3rd Time: 3:30 @ The Baseball Field

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-Abagail Gagnon DCMS-Tiana Solomon DCES-Maelynn Nicholson DCELA-Sawyer Sheets

See flyer for important information regarding senior dates.

🏀 LKC Night of Champions – Watch Live! Don’t miss the WV High School Boys Basketball Doubleheader! Catch all the action live using this link. 🔥 Matchups: 3rd Place Game – Ritchie vs. Braxton Championship Game – Williamstown vs. Doddridge Tonight! Tune in at 6:00 PM ⏰ Championship Game – Slated for 8:00 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAtsMcJQufs

ATTENTION: Doddridge County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 21, 2025. Staff Code B

ATTENTION: PreK & Kindergarten Registration is on February 27 & 28. Please contact the school at 304-873-3955 for an appointment for your 4 year or 5 year old (not in school) child living in Doddridge County.

ATTENTION: Doddridge County Schools will be CLOSED today, Thursday, February 20, 2025. Non-Traditional Learning Day -Students, please complete Polar Packet #5 for today’s assignments. Teachers will be available via email and Schoology to assist with any questions. 📌 Staff Code: C

ATTENTION: Doddridge County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 20, 2025. Staff Code B

At the February 17, 2025, Doddridge County Board of Education meeting, Brantley McHenry proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance. He has proven himself to be a dedicated Weather Helper, demonstrating outstanding responsibility while assisting in monitoring weather and road conditions during this challenging West Virginia winter. In recognition of his exceptional character and dedication to our #UnitedToMakeADifference mission, Superintendent Cochran presented him with a Superintendent’s Challenge Coin.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS: February 17, 2025 – No School (Out of Calendar Day) February 18, 2025 – No School (Professional Learning Day for Staff) February 20, 2025 – End of 4th 6-Weeks (DCHS & DCMS)