SHOUT-OUT & special thanks to Mrs. Davisson for keeping our bulletin boards up-to-date and looking fabulous!
DCMS Cross Country travels to Braxton County for an early start to their Saturday!
Go DOGS!
A few of our DOGS were live from the office this morning to ring THE VICTORY BELL!!
Football advances to 2-0 on the season!
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
The Doddridge County Board of Education, along with Superintendent Cochran, extends its continued thoughts and prayers to the student injured in yesterday’s motor vehicle accident. We ask that our students and community unite in prayer, offering strength and support for our fellow Bulldog and their family members.
T- MINUS 1 HR until the Pep-Rally commences and the battle for the spirit award " THE HEART OF THE DAWG" kicks off!
What class will rise and hold the prestigious title until the Winter Pep-Rally?
Time will tell..
Let's Go DAWGS!
Doddridge County students Olivia See, Trinity Richards, Myles Jett, and Steven McCloy presented the Superintendents Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment toward the #unitedtomakeadifference mission.
IT'S HERE!!! GAMEDAY!
Football opens up at HOME tonight hosting Clay-Battelle!
See you at Cline Stansberry Stadium for a 6:30 kick-off!
GO DAWGS!
ATTENTION PARENTS:
All Doddridge County Schools will be dismissing 4-hours early today, Wednesday, September 4, 2024, due to a widespread power outage.
DCMS XC is on the road at Stonewall Resort this afternoon!
GO DAWGS!
Francesca "Fran" Bennett, a 5th-grade student at DCMS, proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Doddridge County Board of Education's Regular Meeting tonight.
ATTN: Students & Families -
DCMS will host our Fall Sports Pep Rally this Thursday! Please encourage your student to wear their class color and show their school spirit!
Accessories and spirit wear will be acceptable for use/wear at the Pep-Rally only. If students wish to bring hats, glasses, pom-poms, etc. they may be kept in their locker for use at that time only. No face-paint or coverings will be allowed.
LET'S GO DAWGS!!
Hayden and Emmett Dotson proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Doddridge County Board of Education Special Meeting on Monday, August 26, 2024.
Hayden and Emmett Dotson proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Doddridge County Board of Education Special Meeting on Monday, August 26, 2024.
Third Judicial Circuit Judge Tim Sweeney issued a preliminary injunction earlier today which granted Doddridge County High School’s request to compete in the Single A classification for football for the 2024 season.
Judge Sweeney’s Order does not change the classification of any other school. The Order is specifically limited to Doddridge County High School and is preliminary in nature.
Doddridge County Schools Superintendent Scott Cochran said, “Judge Sweeney’s order today reflects what we have been arguing for months. Doddridge County High School should be classified with those schools that are similar in size, located in our region, and which we have a history of competition that goes back many decades. Today’s order restores competitive balance, provides for player safety, and will ensure that our natural rivals remain on our schedule in future years. I wish to thank Judge Sweeney for acting on our request prior to the start of the football season.”
August Monthly Newsletter
Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,
Welcome back to a new and exciting school year! I am thrilled to kick off my first year as superintendent with what promises to be a year filled with growth, learning, and memorable experiences.
Opening days are important. I was so pleased with the excitement our administrators, teachers, staff, and service personnel brought to the first day of school. Enthusiasm is contagious. As I travel around the district I am so excited to see this energy continue with our students. We are looking forward to a great year!
This year we are partnering with Communities in Schools on an attendance initiative. We are calling ours “Bulldogs in the Building.” When students miss school they clearly cannot benefit from the instruction offered or the opportunity to engage and develop positive relationships at school. Students missing 10 percent or more of school days due to absence for any reason—excused, unexcused absences and suspensions—can translate into students having difficulty learning to read by the third-grade, achieving in middle school, and graduating from high school.
The West Virginia State Legislature recently passed new attendance laws. Here are some important changes
• Parents/Guardians MUST provide excuses within 3 school days of return to school
• There is an absolute maximum of 10 parent/guardian notes per year
• Parent notes are for illness and injury of student or family member that prevents student attendance
• Doctor’s excuses do not count against parent note limit
Please keep a look out for construction vehicles at the Early Learning Academy. We are increasing parking at the school in the very near future. The new parking should help alleviate some of the issues when we invite the community into the building.
I want to give a heartfelt welcome to our new families joining us this year! We are excited to have you as part of our school community and look forward to the positive impact your presence will bring. To our returning families, thank you for your continued support and dedication. We are eager to build on the successes of the past year and work together towards new goals.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication. Here’s to a fantastic start to the school year!
Scott Cochran
Doddridge County Schools Superintendent
Middle School Football Schedule Change
The Doddridge County Middle School football scrimmage scheduled for this evening is cancelled. The scrimmage will now be held tomorrow night, August 29 at 7:00 PM at Doddridge County High School. The Middle School football team will have practice tonight at 6:00 PM at the High School football field.
FOOTBALL SCRIMMAGE
