Doddridge County Elementary School

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

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

Last week 2nd grade classes worked with Mrs. Cumberledge learning about fiscal responsibility. Students discussed savings in regards to PBIS points, and learned the importance of savings through learning.com lessons, as well as the basics of word processing. Students used Canva to create flyers promoting "rainy day" savings accounts. Several Students flyers will be on display at West Union Bank and Long Reach Credit Union.

🚨 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

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Superintendent’s Challenge Coin Presented to Board of Education Members Today, Superintendent Cochran had the honor of presenting the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin to each member of the Doddridge County Board of Education. The Challenge Coin symbolizes outstanding dedication and service to Doddridge County Schools. Superintendent Cochran expressed his gratitude for the board’s leadership, commitment to students and staff, and their continued work toward fulfilling the county’s mission. We are grateful for their unwavering support and their efforts to remain #UnitedToMakeADifference in the lives of Doddridge County students.

Third grade recently worked with Mrs. Cumberledge using Book Creator and generative AI (text to image) to create a book on elapsed time. Students were tasked with creating 5 story problems involving elapsed time and using themselves as the main character.

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

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 – Bailey Holden, DCMS – Keegan Ash-Davis, DCES – Ryan Bonnett, and DCELA – Walker Casteel

📣 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! 📣 The excitement is building as our Countywide Attendance Tournament – “Attendance Madness” – is down to the “Final Four”! 🎉 Each homeroom from our four schools has been battling it out in a single-elimination bracket, just like the NCAA March Madness tournament 🏀. Now, the “Final Four” is ready to face off! 🎓 Representing Doddridge County Schools: • Early Learning Academy – Mrs. Mitchell 👏 • Elementary – Mrs. McCants 📚 • Middle School – Mrs. L. Stemple 📝 • High School – Mrs. Coffman 🎓 Check out the attached bracket to see which homerooms are competing head-to-head for a spot in the Championship round! 📅 How it works: • Attendance this week (March 24th) will determine which 2 homerooms advance to the next round. • The Champion will be crowned based on attendance the week of March 31st! 🏆 Let’s cheer on our homerooms and encourage great attendance! 📅👏 Keep it up, everyone! #AttendanceMatters #AttendanceMadness #DoddridgeCountySchools #UnitedToMakeADifference

Plan Ahead, Bulldog Family! 🐾 The 2025-2026 Doddridge County Schools calendar is now available! It’s time to start marking those important dates, from the first day of school to holiday breaks and everything in between. Whether you’re scheduling vacations, appointments, or just getting organized, we’ve got you covered. Here's a list of key dates and you can view the full calendar by visiting our county website. Let’s make 2025-2026 another amazing year! 💚💛 #UnitedToMakeADifference

At the Doddridge County Board of Education’s regular meeting on March 17th, Ella Powers, a sophomore at DCHS, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Ella is involved in FBLA, Track & Field, The Doddridge County Bulldog, and Teen-Leaders 4-H. She is also active in the community through pageants, volunteer work, and as a lifeguard at Doddridge County Park. Thank you, Ella, for your leadership! 💚💛

What a weekend for our Bulldogs! From academics and music to agriculture and community service, Doddridge County students continue to shine. 🥇 The DCMS History Bowl Team took 1st place out of 23 teams, earning their spot at the state tournament! 🎶 The Bel Canto Bulldog Show Choir won “Best Set” at the Herbert Hoover River Classic, showcasing incredible teamwork and dedication. 🥓🥚 Doddridge County FFA’s Ham, Bacon, Egg & Shelf Life Item Sale highlighted the students’ hard work and craftsmanship. 🛏️ DCHS Track Team members spent their morning building beds for local youth in need with Sleep in Heavenly Peace of Doddridge County. If we missed any Bulldog achievements, comment below, we love celebrating our students’ success! 💚💛 #UNITEDTOMAKEADIFFERENCE

IMPORTANT REMINDERS: March 17, 2025 – NO SCHOOL-Out of Calendar Day March 18, 2025 – NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day for Staff

🎓 Attendance Matters! 📚 Did you know? Students who miss 2 days per month are considered chronically absent. Those who are chronically absent are at a higher risk of falling behind academically. We want every student to have the best chance to learn and grow, and that starts with being present at school! ✨ To reward great attendance, students who missed 5% or fewer days (4 days or less) of school from August to January were entered into a raffle. Each school had winners who received a prize of their choice! 🎉 Here’s Ethan from Doddridge County Elementary School with his well-deserved prize! 🎁🙌 Keep up the great work and remember: Attendance is the key to success! 🔑 #BulldogsInTheBuilding

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!

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