Congratulations to our 8th grade Golden Horseshoe winners!
We are proud to recognize these outstanding students for their hard work, knowledge, and achievement:
Liam Smith — Beckley-Stratton Middle School
Yashmit Panta — Park Middle School
Ally Diehl — Shady Spring Middle School
Madison Lilly — Shady Spring Middle School
Jermain Bationo — Park Middle School
Piper Hodge — Park Middle School
Your dedication and effort have earned you this well-deserved honor.
Congratulations on representing your schools with excellence.
3 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Raleigh County Teachers, Thank You for your dedication and all you do. We appreciate you!
4 months ago, Raleigh County Schools
☀️🎉 RALEIGH COUNTY SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🎉☀️
Raleigh County Schools is excited to offer an amazing Summer Camp opportunity for all current Raleigh County students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade! 🌈📚➕🎨
Students will enjoy three weeks filled with: ✨ Literature Camp ✨ Math Camp ✨ Creative Activities ✨ Games, Play, and Summer Fun
🍎 Free meals provided 🚌 Transportation available at designated stops for your convenience
This is a great chance for students to continue learning, stay engaged, build skills, and have FUN this summer with Raleigh County Schools! ☀️
📌 Registration is now open. Be sure to register by May 22, 2026!
4 months ago, Michelle Blankenship
Congratulations to Lora Pennington, Principal of Trap Hill Middle School, for being selected as the RCS Principal of the Year!
This well-deserved honor reflects her leadership, dedication, and commitment to students, staff, and the entire Trap Hill Middle School community.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Join us tonight at 6:00 PM as we celebrate our Outstanding Educators and honor the incredible impact they make. During the event, we will also select the Teacher of the Year who will represent Raleigh County.
Watch live: https://youtube.com/live/yogTxPPVbuw
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Difference Maker Spotlight: Shannon Wilkerson — Shannon leads with purpose and consistency, investing in others and creating a ripple effect that strengthens people and elevates outcomes. Congratulations, Shannon, on being recognized as a true difference maker.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to Difference Maker Award winner Rachel Goodwin of Beckley-Stratton Middle School! Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to students make a meaningful impact each day.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to our Difference Maker winner, Melissa Long from Daniels Elementary! Thank you for the difference you make in the lives of students and our school community each day.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to our outstanding students who earned top honors at the Regional and State Science Fairs. Your curiosity, analytical thinking, and commitment to scientific inquiry have led to exceptional achievement. We are proud to recognize the following students:
Levi Brumfield — Shady Elementary — Regional 1st Place, State 2nd Place
Cash Boggs — Shady Elementary — Regional 1st Place, State 3rd Place
Cole Shumate — St. Francis — Regional 1st Place, State 3rd Place
Reagan Vance — St. Francis — Regional 1st Place, State 3rd Place
Yashmit Panta — Park Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Trinity Clay — Park Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Lauren Byrd — Park Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Reagan Moore — Park Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Paisley Campbell — Trap Hill Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Phoebe Mollohan — Trap Hill Middle — Regional 1st Place, State 1st Place
Maya Panta — Woodrow Wilson High School — Regional 1st Place, State 3rd Place
(Park Middle and Trap Hill Middle recognitions include group projects.)
Your work reflects a high level of academic excellence and innovation. You have represented your schools and community with distinction.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to the students whose artwork was selected for the Beckley Water Company Calendar. Your creativity, talent, and effort have earned you this well-deserved recognition.
Kristin Bartoli — Liberty High School — Cover Artist
Kathleen Ashcraft — Shady Spring Middle School — January
Isabela Sanchez — Liberty High School — February
Kaliauna Dillon — Ridgeview Elementary School — May
Parker Milam — Independence Middle School — July
Keelie Workman — Liberty High School — August
Emily Garrison — Woodrow Wilson High School — October
Josie Stafford — Independence High School — November
Your artwork will be enjoyed by the community throughout the year, and each of you has represented your school with distinction.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to the students whose artwork was selected for the Beckley Water Company Calendar. Your creativity, talent, and effort have earned you this well-deserved recognition.
Kristin Bartoli — Liberty High School — Cover Artist
Kathleen Ashcraft — Shady Spring Middle School — January
Isabela Sanchez — Liberty High School — February
Kaliauna Dillon — Ridgeview Elementary School — May
Parker Milam — Independence Middle School — July
Keelie Workman — Liberty High School — August
Emily Garrison — Woodrow Wilson High School — October
Josie Stafford — Independence High School — November
Your artwork will be enjoyed by the community throughout the year, and each of you has represented your school with distinction.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to our outstanding Spelling Bee participants for their achievement, discipline, and academic excellence. The following students are recognized for their performance:
Aubrey Eskins — Hollywood Elementary School — Elementary School Champion
Benjamin Veramessa — Bradley Elementary School — Elementary School Runner-Up
Lily Simpson — Independence Middle School — County Champion
Derrick Mitchell — Beckley-Stratton Middle School — County Runner-Up
Your preparation, composure, and mastery of language are commendable. Each of you has represented your school with distinction.
4 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration is Open April 10, 2026
🎉 We’re Ready for You, Raleigh County Pre-K! 🎉 The tables are set, the booths are ready, and we can’t wait to welcome our future Pre-K families tomorrow! 💛 📅 Tomorrow – April 10, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center If your child will turn 4 years old before July 1, 2026, it’s time to get started! ✨ Join us to: ✔️ Learn about Raleigh County Pre-K programs ✔️ Meet our amazing teachers & schools ✔️ Get your questions answered ✔️ Complete your Pre-K application We are so excited to meet our future Pre-K students and families—see you there! 🎈
📅 April 10, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center If your child will turn 4 years old before July 1, 2026, they are eligible to apply for the 2026–2027 school year!
✔️ Learn about Raleigh County Pre-K programs ✔️ Get your questions answered ✔️ Complete your Pre-K application
Applications will be available at the Expo and online beginning April 10, 2026. We look forward to seeing our future Pre-K students and families there! 💛
For more information, contact Michelle Blankenship 📞 304-256-4500 ext. 3305 📧 mblankenship@k12.wv.us #RaleighCountySchools #PreKExpo #FutureLearners #ReadyForPreK
6 months ago, Michelle Blankenship
Raleigh County Schools March Attendance Challenge
6 months ago, Raleigh County Schools
School Counseling Week is a timely reminder of the quiet, essential work happening in our schools every day.
This week, we recognize and thank our school counselors for the critical role they play in supporting students’ academic growth, social-emotional well-being, and future planning. Counselors are often the first to notice when a student is struggling—and the steady presence that helps them navigate challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
From individual student support and crisis response to academic advising and career guidance, your work matters more than most people realize—and it truly changes lives.
If you see a school counselor today, take a moment to thank them.
Thank you to our school counselors for your compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to students. Our schools are stronger because of you.
7 months ago, Rachel Pauley
Congratulations to Ronan Thomas, former Independence Middle School student and current Independence High School student, on achieving a perfect score on the writing portion of the General Summative Assessment. This exceptional accomplishment reflects Ronan’s strong writing skills, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence. We are proud to recognize his hard work and celebrate this significant achievement, along with the continued support of his family and educators. We look forward to his continued success at Independence High School and beyond.