KCS students stepped outside the classroom and into their communities.
Last Friday, students across the county put their plans into action.
Cleaning up, giving back, and showing what student leadership looks like in real life.
From school grounds to city parks and community spaces, our students got to work. Some spent time with residents in nursing homes, others volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House, and some supported the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association.
To see a list of all the projects students took on, click the "KCS Students Lead County-Wide Service" article in the comments.
We are proud of the way they’re representing their schools and their communities. ❤️
Last Friday, students across the county put their plans into action.
Cleaning up, giving back, and showing what student leadership looks like in real life.
From school grounds to city parks and community spaces, our students got to work. Some spent time with residents in nursing homes, others volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House, and some supported the Kanawha-Charleston Humane Association.
To see a list of all the projects students took on, click the "KCS Students Lead County-Wide Service" article in the comments.
We are proud of the way they’re representing their schools and their communities. ❤️
🤝 KCS students are stepping up.
The KCS Student Leadership Team has organized service projects to give back to their communities in meaningful ways.
Hayes Middle School students cleaned up City Park, Roadside Park, Billy Dunn Field and Kirk Stadium in St. Albans.
To see all the projects students are doing this week, click on the link in the comments!
The KCS Student Leadership Team has organized service projects to give back to their communities in meaningful ways.
Hayes Middle School students cleaned up City Park, Roadside Park, Billy Dunn Field and Kirk Stadium in St. Albans.
To see all the projects students are doing this week, click on the link in the comments!
Juniors…this is your main character moment. 🎬📚
SAT School Day is tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15th.
No Saturday. No stress about signing up. Just pull up to school and do your thing.
Lowkey a big deal…highkey your chance to boost that score for college, scholarships, all of it.
Lock in. Stay calm. Cook. 🧠✏️
Class of 2027…do your thing! 💯🔥
SAT School Day is tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15th.
No Saturday. No stress about signing up. Just pull up to school and do your thing.
Lowkey a big deal…highkey your chance to boost that score for college, scholarships, all of it.
Lock in. Stay calm. Cook. 🧠✏️
Class of 2027…do your thing! 💯🔥
This school year, students in grades 3–12 will take part in an online safety lesson during the school day.
This comes from a West Virginia law (SB 466) passed in 2024, which requires all schools to provide this type of instruction and to use a state-approved platform. For our students, that platform is CyberSWAT/SKYLL.
The lessons are designed to help students better understand situations they may face online:
🔹 Protect their personal information
🔹 Recognize unsafe situations online
🔹 Avoid scams and manipulation
🔹Know when to reach out to a trusted adult
🔹Students will move through interactive, scenario-based experiences, referred to as stories.
Grades 3–5: Realm Quest
Grades 6–12: Miss Informed
We do want families to be aware that some of the situations presented in these lessons are more serious in nature and may introduce topics that you may prefer to approach in your own way or on your own timeline.
Because of that, we encourage families to review the materials ahead of time.
You can see what topics will be covered in the course and read a breakdown of each story in the parent guide,
https://wveis.k12.wv.us/cyberswat
While this instruction is required under state law, families do have the option to choose an alternative lesson for their child. The opt out form is available in the parent guide.
This comes from a West Virginia law (SB 466) passed in 2024, which requires all schools to provide this type of instruction and to use a state-approved platform. For our students, that platform is CyberSWAT/SKYLL.
The lessons are designed to help students better understand situations they may face online:
🔹 Protect their personal information
🔹 Recognize unsafe situations online
🔹 Avoid scams and manipulation
🔹Know when to reach out to a trusted adult
🔹Students will move through interactive, scenario-based experiences, referred to as stories.
Grades 3–5: Realm Quest
Grades 6–12: Miss Informed
We do want families to be aware that some of the situations presented in these lessons are more serious in nature and may introduce topics that you may prefer to approach in your own way or on your own timeline.
Because of that, we encourage families to review the materials ahead of time.
You can see what topics will be covered in the course and read a breakdown of each story in the parent guide,
https://wveis.k12.wv.us/cyberswat
While this instruction is required under state law, families do have the option to choose an alternative lesson for their child. The opt out form is available in the parent guide.
From Len, a TEN!
“Fighting for Tomorrow” — a powerful piece by the Capital High School Dance Company — has been selected for the 2026 West Virginia Dance Festival!
Choreographed by CHS alum Talia Jordan, this performance will take the stage at the WV Cultural Center later this month. An incredible honor and a reflection of the talent, creativity, and hard work behind the scenes.
Way to go, Cougars 👏
📸: Elizabeth McCallister
💡: Jakob Spruce
“Fighting for Tomorrow” — a powerful piece by the Capital High School Dance Company — has been selected for the 2026 West Virginia Dance Festival!
Choreographed by CHS alum Talia Jordan, this performance will take the stage at the WV Cultural Center later this month. An incredible honor and a reflection of the talent, creativity, and hard work behind the scenes.
Way to go, Cougars 👏
📸: Elizabeth McCallister
💡: Jakob Spruce
🔔 When the bell rings, your day doesn’t stop...we’ve got you covered.
Sign ups for KCS Third Base is officially OPEN for the 2026–2027 school year.
This isn’t just after-school care, it’s a safe, structured place where K–5 students can unwind, get homework done, and stay engaged until pickup.
📅 Registration opens April 1
📍 Multiple school locations across Kanawha County
🗓 Program begins August 19
Spots fill up fast and enrollment is first come, first served.
👉 Head to our website to download your enrollment packet.
We’ll drop the link + full details in the comments 👇
Sign ups for KCS Third Base is officially OPEN for the 2026–2027 school year.
This isn’t just after-school care, it’s a safe, structured place where K–5 students can unwind, get homework done, and stay engaged until pickup.
📅 Registration opens April 1
📍 Multiple school locations across Kanawha County
🗓 Program begins August 19
Spots fill up fast and enrollment is first come, first served.
👉 Head to our website to download your enrollment packet.
We’ll drop the link + full details in the comments 👇
☀️ Summer plans = handled
KCSCEP Summer Camp is back for 2026, and it’s packed with fun, friends, and full-day care for our K–5 students. 🎒
From field trips (pool, movies, bowling 🎳) to hands-on activities, good meals, and a full day of supervised fun...this is more than childcare, it’s a place for kids to make core summer memories.
📍 Locations: Central, Elk, Flinn, Overbrook (these locations are open to everyone, not just students living in these school districts)
📅 June 8 – August 7
⏰ 7:00 AM – 5:40 PM
Spots fill up fast and registration opens April 1.
👉 Head to our website to get started.
We’ll drop the full details + link in the comments 👇
KCSCEP Summer Camp is back for 2026, and it’s packed with fun, friends, and full-day care for our K–5 students. 🎒
From field trips (pool, movies, bowling 🎳) to hands-on activities, good meals, and a full day of supervised fun...this is more than childcare, it’s a place for kids to make core summer memories.
📍 Locations: Central, Elk, Flinn, Overbrook (these locations are open to everyone, not just students living in these school districts)
📅 June 8 – August 7
⏰ 7:00 AM – 5:40 PM
Spots fill up fast and registration opens April 1.
👉 Head to our website to get started.
We’ll drop the full details + link in the comments 👇
KCS 🤝 THE WORLD STAGE 🌎🤖
These teams are headed to the 2026 VEX World Championship in St. Louis, competing against the best from nearly 60 countries:
🔹 Cedar Grove Elementary
🔹 DuPont Middle School
🔹 Elkview Middle School
🔹 John Adams Middle School
🔹 Capital High School
🔹 George Washington High School
This is the global stage for robotics, where the top teams and brightest minds come together.
Congratulations!! Go show the world what you can do 💥👏
These teams are headed to the 2026 VEX World Championship in St. Louis, competing against the best from nearly 60 countries:
🔹 Cedar Grove Elementary
🔹 DuPont Middle School
🔹 Elkview Middle School
🔹 John Adams Middle School
🔹 Capital High School
🔹 George Washington High School
This is the global stage for robotics, where the top teams and brightest minds come together.
Congratulations!! Go show the world what you can do 💥👏
🍔 A quick update on school menus.
We’ve made a change to how Kanawha County Schools shares monthly menus. The previous setup worked well for most families, but it didn’t fully meet updated ADA accessibility requirements.
This new format ensures all families can access menu information, including those using screen readers or other assistive technology.
Everything is now organized on one webpage, with quick links to text based menus for each school level and program. You also have the option to download and/or screenshot a traditional view of the menu at the bottom of each individual menu page.
🛜 To find the updated page on our website:
🔹 Click on Menu in the top right corner of the KCS Homepage
🔹 Look under the Parent/Guardian column
🔹 Click on School Menus | Kanawha County Schools
🔹 From that page, you can search for the menu you need
👉 A link to the new page is in the comments of this post!
We’ve made a change to how Kanawha County Schools shares monthly menus. The previous setup worked well for most families, but it didn’t fully meet updated ADA accessibility requirements.
This new format ensures all families can access menu information, including those using screen readers or other assistive technology.
Everything is now organized on one webpage, with quick links to text based menus for each school level and program. You also have the option to download and/or screenshot a traditional view of the menu at the bottom of each individual menu page.
🛜 To find the updated page on our website:
🔹 Click on Menu in the top right corner of the KCS Homepage
🔹 Look under the Parent/Guardian column
🔹 Click on School Menus | Kanawha County Schools
🔹 From that page, you can search for the menu you need
👉 A link to the new page is in the comments of this post!
🎤✨ Not your average competition… this is Poetry Out Loud.
Think: poetry + performance + confidence, all on one stage. And our students showed Up. 👏
Earlier this month, KCS students took on the state Poetry Out Loud competition:
🔥 6 reached the semifinals
🔥 5 advanced to the FINAL round
🔥 3 finished TOP 10 statewide (out of 3,000+ students!) 🤯
Top 10 in West Virginia:
🏆 Tamara Gregory – St. Albans
🏆 Katarina Lowe – Sissonville
🏆 Norah Warmke – Capital
Not just memorizing a poem but owning the stage.
And they delivered. 💥
Think: poetry + performance + confidence, all on one stage. And our students showed Up. 👏
Earlier this month, KCS students took on the state Poetry Out Loud competition:
🔥 6 reached the semifinals
🔥 5 advanced to the FINAL round
🔥 3 finished TOP 10 statewide (out of 3,000+ students!) 🤯
Top 10 in West Virginia:
🏆 Tamara Gregory – St. Albans
🏆 Katarina Lowe – Sissonville
🏆 Norah Warmke – Capital
Not just memorizing a poem but owning the stage.
And they delivered. 💥
The countdown is on 🎓✨
Graduation season is almost here, and we can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2026! Check out the full schedule below and start making plans to cheer on your favorite graduate. All graduation ceremonies will be held at the Charleston Coliseum.
📅 Graduation Schedule:
• Sissonville High School — Thursday, May 21 at 1:00 PM
• St. Albans High School — Thursday, May 21 at 7:00 PM
• South Charleston High School — Friday, May 22 at 1:00 PM
• Riverside High School — Friday, May 22 at 7:00 PM
• Nitro High School — Tuesday, May 26 at 1:00 PM
• George Washington High School — Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 PM
• Herbert Hoover High School — Wednesday, May 27 at 1:00 PM
• Capital High School — Wednesday, May 27 at 7:00 PM
Big moments. Bright futures. Let’s go, KCS! 🎉
KCS families, here’s some calendar news!
Kanawha County Schools has been granted a waiver by the West Virginia Department of Education for the 180-day instructional requirement.
❄️ Snow days that happened between:
August 15th, 2025 - March 16th, 2026 will NOT need to be made up this school year.
🗓️ That means, as of today (3/16), the last day of school will remain Friday, May 29.
If the district experiences another full districtwide closure between now and the end of the school year, the calendar could change. If that happens, we will share an update with families.
Final Side Quest 🎯
Think back on your week.
What did you try?
What did you enjoy?
What surprised you?
Today’s secret word is CHANGE.
Now put all five words together.
Comment the full sentence to unlock ...The Final Step!
Think back on your week.
What did you try?
What did you enjoy?
What surprised you?
Today’s secret word is CHANGE.
Now put all five words together.
Comment the full sentence to unlock ...The Final Step!
Side Quest #4 🎨
Create something from nothing.
✍️ Draw
🧑🎨 Paint
🧑🍳 Cook
💭 or anything else you can dream up!
Secret Word: Big
#KCSSideQuest
Create something from nothing.
✍️ Draw
🧑🎨 Paint
🧑🍳 Cook
💭 or anything else you can dream up!
Secret Word: Big
#KCSSideQuest
Side Quest #3 🤝
Send a message of appreciation to someone who has made a difference in your life.
📝 Write a letter
📱 Send a text
☎️ Call
Secret Word: Make
#KCSSideQuest
Send a message of appreciation to someone who has made a difference in your life.
📝 Write a letter
📱 Send a text
☎️ Call
Secret Word: Make
#KCSSideQuest
Side Quest #2 💥
⛹️♀️ Move for 20 minutes.
🛝 Anywhere.
🛹 Anytime.
Secret Word: Steps
#KCSSideQuest
⛹️♀️ Move for 20 minutes.
🛝 Anywhere.
🛹 Anytime.
Secret Word: Steps
#KCSSideQuest
Side Quest #1 ✅
Try something new today.
Doesn't have to be big.
Just different.
🤫 Secret Word: Small
#KCSSideQuest
Try something new today.
Doesn't have to be big.
Just different.
🤫 Secret Word: Small
#KCSSideQuest
☀️ Quick Spring Break challenge.
Spring Break is here.
Which means two things:
⏰ No alarms.
💨 🐢 Time somehow moves both fast and slow at the same time.
So instead of letting the week just… disappear… we’re trying something simple.
Not homework.
Not a packet.
Not a 47-step challenge.
Just five small Side Quests.
One per day.
Quick. Doable. Anywhere.
Elementary, middle, high...everyone can play.
Each weekday we’ll post:
🔵 One Side Quest
🔵 One secret word
🔵 Zero pressure
Collect all five words and on Friday you’ll unlock the Main Quest.
No prizes.
No sign-ups.
Just bragging rights… and maybe a feature.
Spring Break starts Monday.
Let’s see who’s playing.
We’re also sharing a Side Quest Bingo board. Complete just one square or go for bingo and see how many you can check off this week. Which one will you try first?
Tag a friend, classmate, or family member who should try a Side Quest with you.
#KCSSideQuest
Spring Break is here.
Which means two things:
⏰ No alarms.
💨 🐢 Time somehow moves both fast and slow at the same time.
So instead of letting the week just… disappear… we’re trying something simple.
Not homework.
Not a packet.
Not a 47-step challenge.
Just five small Side Quests.
One per day.
Quick. Doable. Anywhere.
Elementary, middle, high...everyone can play.
Each weekday we’ll post:
🔵 One Side Quest
🔵 One secret word
🔵 Zero pressure
Collect all five words and on Friday you’ll unlock the Main Quest.
No prizes.
No sign-ups.
Just bragging rights… and maybe a feature.
Spring Break starts Monday.
Let’s see who’s playing.
We’re also sharing a Side Quest Bingo board. Complete just one square or go for bingo and see how many you can check off this week. Which one will you try first?
Tag a friend, classmate, or family member who should try a Side Quest with you.
#KCSSideQuest
🎒✨ Kindergarten starts with moments like this.
A little curiosity.
A little creativity.
And sometimes… a little mess.
If your child will be starting kindergarten this fall, Transition to Kindergarten Day is the perfect first step. Students and families will have the chance to visit their school, meet teachers, and start getting excited about the year ahead.
📅 Each elementary school has its own date and time.
Find your school’s Transition Day using the link in the comments.
✨ Tag a family getting ready for Kindergarten 2026!
A little curiosity.
A little creativity.
And sometimes… a little mess.
If your child will be starting kindergarten this fall, Transition to Kindergarten Day is the perfect first step. Students and families will have the chance to visit their school, meet teachers, and start getting excited about the year ahead.
📅 Each elementary school has its own date and time.
Find your school’s Transition Day using the link in the comments.
✨ Tag a family getting ready for Kindergarten 2026!
Growth worth celebrating 📈🍎
We recently recognized several of our secondary teachers whose students showed the most growth on mid-year benchmark testing, and that growth doesn’t happen by accident.
Our teachers are always refining lessons, trying new strategies, and finding what works best for their students. Walk into classrooms across the county and you’ll see learning that’s active, engaging, and focused on helping every student move forward.
Elementary teachers and service personnel will be recognized at an upcoming meeting, too. When our whole school community works together, students grow. 💙
👩🏫 A full list of the teachers who were recognized is on our website. The link is in the comments!
We recently recognized several of our secondary teachers whose students showed the most growth on mid-year benchmark testing, and that growth doesn’t happen by accident.
Our teachers are always refining lessons, trying new strategies, and finding what works best for their students. Walk into classrooms across the county and you’ll see learning that’s active, engaging, and focused on helping every student move forward.
Elementary teachers and service personnel will be recognized at an upcoming meeting, too. When our whole school community works together, students grow. 💙
👩🏫 A full list of the teachers who were recognized is on our website. The link is in the comments!
