The April 2026 edition of The Doddridge Difference is here!
This month we highlight the power of partnerships in action, share updates as students prepare for state assessments, and look ahead to celebrating academic excellence at our upcoming Distinguished Students Ceremony.
Take a look and see what’s happening across Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
Click below to read the April newsletter!
https://www.dcschools.us/article/2802342
This month we highlight the power of partnerships in action, share updates as students prepare for state assessments, and look ahead to celebrating academic excellence at our upcoming Distinguished Students Ceremony.
Take a look and see what’s happening across Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
Click below to read the April newsletter!
https://www.dcschools.us/article/2802342
📣 Attention DCMS 8th Grade Families!
The attached letter with important information in regard to freshman scheduling will be coming home with students today and is also attached below.
Be sure to review the details, including how to sign up for a scheduling appointment on April 30th.
We encourage and request that families who would like to attend in person to call the front office to reserve a time slot.
We look forward to working together to support your student’s transition to high school!
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
The March 2026 edition of The Doddridge Difference is here!
This month we recognize National School Breakfast Week, celebrate our incredible school nutrition team, and share how our countywide Attendance Madness initiative is helping keep our Bulldogs in the Building.
Take a look and see what’s happening across Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
Reminder!
Doddridge County Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences are tomorrow from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM!
We invite all parents and guardians to join us at the middle school to connect with teachers, review progress, and talk about your student’s successes and goals. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and partner together to support your child’s learning.
We look forward to seeing you there to discuss your students and continue building a strong school-home connection! 💚💛
📣 January is National School Board Appreciation Month!
We’re proud to continue recognizing our board members by honoring Vice President Reverend Denver Burnside as a Mission Maker. Serving Doddridge County Schools since July 2002, his decades of steady leadership, commitment to Career and Technical Education, and dedication to students and community needs help keep our Mission in Motion every day.
Thank you, Rev. Burnside, for your many years of faithful service to Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
We’re proud to continue recognizing our board members by honoring Vice President Reverend Denver Burnside as a Mission Maker. Serving Doddridge County Schools since July 2002, his decades of steady leadership, commitment to Career and Technical Education, and dedication to students and community needs help keep our Mission in Motion every day.
Thank you, Rev. Burnside, for your many years of faithful service to Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
January is National School Board Appreciation Month!
We’re proud to kick off the new year by recognizing Board President Chad Evans as a Mission Maker. His steady leadership, commitment to student safety, and focus on student success help keep our Mission in Motion every day.
Thank you, Mr. Evans, for your dedicated service to Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
We’re proud to kick off the new year by recognizing Board President Chad Evans as a Mission Maker. His steady leadership, commitment to student safety, and focus on student success help keep our Mission in Motion every day.
Thank you, Mr. Evans, for your dedicated service to Doddridge County Schools.
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
❄️👑 A Special Visit at Doddridge County Middle School! 👑❄️
After a couple of cold and snowy days with school canceled due to weather, Elsa visited Doddridge County Middle School on December 18, 2025, as a special attendance incentive. Students who attended school that day were excited to be greeted by Elsa as they walked into the building.
Even though winter weather canceled school earlier in the week and we are heading into a break, being present at school remains important. Elsa helped remind our students to stay ready to learn while also getting excited for the upcoming break!
Thank you to our Holistic Child Department, Communities In Schools staff, and Elsa for making this fun and memorable experience possible! ❄️✨
#MissionInMotion
#UnitedToMakeADifference
After a couple of cold and snowy days with school canceled due to weather, Elsa visited Doddridge County Middle School on December 18, 2025, as a special attendance incentive. Students who attended school that day were excited to be greeted by Elsa as they walked into the building.
Even though winter weather canceled school earlier in the week and we are heading into a break, being present at school remains important. Elsa helped remind our students to stay ready to learn while also getting excited for the upcoming break!
Thank you to our Holistic Child Department, Communities In Schools staff, and Elsa for making this fun and memorable experience possible! ❄️✨
#MissionInMotion
#UnitedToMakeADifference
❄️ ATTENTION Bulldogs! ❄️
Snow is falling, temperatures are low,
So safety comes first — it’s time to take it slow.
Doddridge County Schools will be CLOSED Monday, December 15th.❄️
Staff: Code C
Stay warm, stay safe, enjoy the snow,
And we’ll see our Bulldogs when conditions are safe to go!
📣 KVI Holiday Tournament Update 🏀
Tonight’s KVI Holiday Tournament games will be played as scheduled!
However, Saturday’s games have been postponed due to expected winter weather. A makeup date will be announced at a later time — stay tuned for updates.
Can’t make it to the gym tonight? No problem! 🎥
👉 Tune in to WVRC Doddridge County to watch LIVE and catch all the play-by-play action.
Let’s go, Lady Bulldogs! 💚💛
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
📣 KVI Holiday Tournament Update 🏀
Tonight’s KVI Holiday Tournament games will be played as scheduled!
However, Saturday’s games have been postponed due to expected winter weather. A makeup date will be announced at a later time — stay tuned for updates.
Can’t make it to the gym tonight? No problem! 🎥
👉 Tune in to WVRC Doddridge County to watch LIVE and catch all the play-by-play action.
Let’s go, Lady Bulldogs! 💚💛
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
Huge shout-out to the drone team for absolutely *crushing it* at this month’s board meeting! They gave us the lowdown on this year’s competition, broke down their roles like pros, and even showed off their flying skills—no crashes, just pure aerial swagger.
Snooze those alarms and rest with ease,
Winter’s on the way with a chance of freeze. ❄️
Bulldogs, no need to hurry or go,
We’re calling a 2-hour delay—just so you know!
All staff should report on Staff Code B. 💚💛
Winter’s on the way with a chance of freeze. ❄️
Bulldogs, no need to hurry or go,
We’re calling a 2-hour delay—just so you know!
All staff should report on Staff Code B. 💚💛
✨ Holiday seasons can be joyful—yet overwhelming.
The Cook Center’s latest Mental Health Newsletter dives into the real pressures many face this time of year and offers practical, compassionate strategies to cope with holiday stress, support your mental health, and care for those around you.
From managing expectations to setting healthy boundaries, this month’s issue is full of tools to help you navigate the season with more peace and balance.
Let’s continue supporting one another and prioritizing wellness—because no one should struggle alone. 💛💚
#UnitedToMakeADifference
#MissionInMotion
The Cook Center’s latest Mental Health Newsletter dives into the real pressures many face this time of year and offers practical, compassionate strategies to cope with holiday stress, support your mental health, and care for those around you.
From managing expectations to setting healthy boundaries, this month’s issue is full of tools to help you navigate the season with more peace and balance.
Let’s continue supporting one another and prioritizing wellness—because no one should struggle alone. 💛💚
#UnitedToMakeADifference
#MissionInMotion
Bulldogs Advance to the Semifinal Round! 🏈💚💛
Doddridge County is headed back to postseason action this Friday as our Bulldogs take on the defending state champion Frankfort Falcons at Frankfort Stadium in Fort Ashby, WV.
All tickets must be purchased in advance through GoFan using the link below or the QR code in the comments. No paper tickets will be sold at the gate. 📱
More coverage details to come—stay tuned, Bulldog Nation!
#UnitedToMakeADifference #MissionInMotion
https://gofan.co/app/school/WVSSAC
Doddridge County is headed back to postseason action this Friday as our Bulldogs take on the defending state champion Frankfort Falcons at Frankfort Stadium in Fort Ashby, WV.
All tickets must be purchased in advance through GoFan using the link below or the QR code in the comments. No paper tickets will be sold at the gate. 📱
More coverage details to come—stay tuned, Bulldog Nation!
#UnitedToMakeADifference #MissionInMotion
https://gofan.co/app/school/WVSSAC
🎮 Big shout-out to Hunter Hinzman!
Hunter has made it to the semifinals in the West Virginia Scholastic Esports League for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! 🏆
His next match will be Friday, December 12th, LIVE at WVU, where all the leagues will come together to compete, connect, and network. Let’s cheer him on as he represents with skill and determination! 💪
#WVSEL #Esports #SSBU #WVU #GameOn
Hunter has made it to the semifinals in the West Virginia Scholastic Esports League for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! 🏆
His next match will be Friday, December 12th, LIVE at WVU, where all the leagues will come together to compete, connect, and network. Let’s cheer him on as he represents with skill and determination! 💪
#WVSEL #Esports #SSBU #WVU #GameOn
Attention Parents:
Due to traffic delays experienced during the return of DCMS from today’s Education Day trip, all buses will be running approximately 15 minutes behind schedule.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to get all students home safely. Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of Doddridge County Schools!
This week’s Mission Maker shines bright during National School Psychologists Week — congratulations to Lisa Stafford, the 2025–2026 West Virginia School Psychologist of the Year!
🧠 Mega Brain is Coming to Doddridge County Middle School! 🧠
On Friday, November 14, 2025, our middle school students will explore the Mega Brain inflatable exhibit during their related arts classes!
This large, walk-through model gives students an interactive look inside the human brain. They’ll:
✨ Learn about different parts of the brain and their functions
✨ See how the brain controls movement, thoughts, and emotions
✨ Discover ways to keep their brains healthy and safe
A special thank you to West Virginia Prevention Solutions for making this exciting experience possible! 💚💛
We’re excited for a fun, hands-on learning experience that makes science and health come alive!
#UnitedToMakeADifference
#MissionInMotion
On Friday, November 14, 2025, our middle school students will explore the Mega Brain inflatable exhibit during their related arts classes!
This large, walk-through model gives students an interactive look inside the human brain. They’ll:
✨ Learn about different parts of the brain and their functions
✨ See how the brain controls movement, thoughts, and emotions
✨ Discover ways to keep their brains healthy and safe
A special thank you to West Virginia Prevention Solutions for making this exciting experience possible! 💚💛
We’re excited for a fun, hands-on learning experience that makes science and health come alive!
#UnitedToMakeADifference
#MissionInMotion
📢 Important Announcement: Community Food Distribution Event
Doddridge County Schools would like to share information about an upcoming food distribution event! 🍎🥫
📅 Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (or until supplies last)
📍 Location: Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department
The Greenwood VFD will be handing out food boxes to community members. Supplies are limited, so please plan to arrive early.
A big thank you to the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department and the West Virginia National Guard for supporting our community! 💛💚
#MissionInMotion
#UnitedToMakeADifference
Doddridge County Schools would like to share information about an upcoming food distribution event! 🍎🥫
📅 Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (or until supplies last)
📍 Location: Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department
The Greenwood VFD will be handing out food boxes to community members. Supplies are limited, so please plan to arrive early.
A big thank you to the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Department and the West Virginia National Guard for supporting our community! 💛💚
#MissionInMotion
#UnitedToMakeADifference
Mission Maker Spotlight
Congratulations to Will Adams, who recently earned his OSHA 30 certification! 👷♂️ This achievement highlights his dedication to workplace safety and excellence in Career and Technical Education.
Way to keep our Mission in Motion, Will — you’re truly United to Make a Difference! 🐾
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
Congratulations to Will Adams, who recently earned his OSHA 30 certification! 👷♂️ This achievement highlights his dedication to workplace safety and excellence in Career and Technical Education.
Way to keep our Mission in Motion, Will — you’re truly United to Make a Difference! 🐾
#MissionInMotion #UnitedToMakeADifference
