Wood County Schools is pleased to provide families with access to their students' 2026 West Virginia General Summative Assessment (GSA) results.

Students have received an email in their Wood County Schools student email account containing a personalized link to access their GSA score reports. Parents and guardians are encouraged to work with their child to retrieve the email and review the results together.

The score report provides detailed information about your child's performance and can help identify academic strengths as well as areas for continued growth.

If your child cannot locate the email or is experiencing difficulty accessing their score report, please contact your child's school for assistance.

We encourage all families to review these results and discuss them with their child as part of supporting continued academic success.
about 11 hours ago, Wood County Schools
PEER-TO-PEER SUPPORT & SOCIAL GROUPS

These staples of the Wood County Society Autism Connections Program are BACK starting on Tuesday, June 30, 2026!

Meetings will take place at the Wood County Society Administrative Office located at 317 8" Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101. Virtual attendance will also be available!

Scheduled meetings will be held the last Tuesday of each month, starting on June 30, 2026. Doors open at 5:30pm, with the meeting held from 6:00-7:00 pm.

Speakers, trainings, relevant discussions, activites, and more are currently being secured for initial meetings! Social Group with trained staff and volunteers will run concurrently on-site for those with barriers to childcare.

Do you have questions about getting connected, being a speaker, or supporting this program in some way? Contact Wood County Society at 304-428-4280 ext. 2
2 days ago, Wood County Schools
PEER-TO-PEER SUPPORT & SOCIAL GROUPS  These staples of the Wood County Society Autism Connections Program are BACK starting on Tuesday, June 30, 2026!  Meetings will take place at the Wood County Society Administrative Office located at 317 8" Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101. Virtual attendance will also be available!  Scheduled meetings will be held the last Tuesday of each month, starting on June 30, 2026. Doors open at 5:30pm, with the meeting held from 6:00-7:00 pm.  Speakers, trainings, relevant discussions, activites, and more are currently being secured for initial meetings! Social Group with trained staff and volunteers will run concurrently on-site for those with barriers to childcare.  Do you have questions about getting connected, being a speaker, or supporting this program in some way? Contact Wood County Society at 304-428-4280 ext. 2

🎉 Exciting News for Current and Future Students of Madison Elementary!

Oops — apparently we can't count to six! 🙈 We accidentally left three images off our last post, and we sincerely apologize for the confusion. The first three photos are for the Pre-K playground, and the last three are for the main playground. We promise we're better at playgrounds than we are at posting!

On May 13, the Wood County Board of Education approved new playgrounds for Madison Elementary! The playgrounds will be fully ADA compliant, ensuring all students can play and learn together. Check out the rendering below for a preview — please note the building pictured is not Madison Elementary, but simply part of the playground design rendering.

We can't wait for our students to enjoy this fantastic new space!

12 days ago, Wood County Schools
The image features a render brick school building in the background with a new, ADA compliant, playground in the forefront.
The image features a render brick school building in the background with a new, ADA compliant, playground in the forefront.
The image features a new, ADA compliant, playground from an aerial perspective.
The image features a render brick school building in the background with a new, ADA compliant, playground in the forefront.
The image features a render brick school building in the background with a new, ADA compliant, playground in the forefront.
The image features a render brick school building in the background with a new, ADA compliant, playground in the forefront.

The West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office (WVSTO) announced the Fund the Future Sweepstakes on May 1, 2026. One lucky West Virginia child will win a $10,000 SMART529 College Savings account. Children must be 17 years of age or younger to enter. Deadline is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The entry form and official sweepstakes rules can be found at www.wvtreasury.gov/fundthefuture.

Research shows that children, with even a small amount of college savings, are 2.5 times more likely to graduate from college. The West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office hopes this sweepstakes inspires families to learn about the SMART529 College Savings Program and start planning for their child’s educational future. Funds saved in a SMART529 account aren’t just limited to paying for college – the funds can also be used for apprenticeship programs as well as vocational and trade schools across the United States and even some foreign institutions.

26 days ago, Wood County Schools
image has the words "fund the future sweepstakes" and an image of a cartoon family with references to saving for college
We want to hear from you!

New instructional materials for art, driver education, health, music, and personal finance are available for review at the Wood County Schools Central Office now through May 13, 2026. Stop by between 8:00am and 4:00pm to review and provide feedback!
28 days ago, Ashlee Beatty
instructional materials public review
Reminder for Parents of all 6th and 11th Grade Students:
The MCV4 and TDaP vaccinations are required for entry into the 7th and 12th grades. You may have them completed with your primary care provider, the Mid Ohio Valley Health Department or at one of our school-based health centers (Jefferson, PHS, or PSHS). Please note that these MUST be completed by the first day of school. If you have questions regarding the requirements, please reach out to your school nurse. Thank you for helping us to keep our schools healthy places to learn!
about 1 month ago, Julie Bertram
MCV4 and Tdap vaccines for 7th and 12th grades reminder.
Looking for FREE math and/or reading tutoring for your student? Join us at Jumpstart Reading and Math Clinic!

Register today! https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2026

A FREE reading and math clinic for Wood County Schools students completing kindergarten - grade 3. Students will receive small group reading and/or math instruction specially designed to boost their reading and math success!


June 22-July 16, 2026
Emerson Elementary School


Students will attend two, one-hour sessions per week with a reading specialist or math tutor. Sessions will take place Monday/Wednesday OR Tuesday/Thursday. At the time of registration, parents/guardians may request Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday sessions. They may also indicate time preference (8:30-9:30am, 9:30-10:30am, or 10:30-11:30am).
about 1 month ago, Ashlee Beatty
Jumpstart Reading and Math Clinic Logo
Our fifth grade students had an opportunity today to attend a live performance by the Ohio Brass—the resident brass ensemble of Ohio University! 🎺

This experience was made possible through the sponsorship of the WV Symphony Orchestra Parkersburg. Even more exciting, a few of our very own fifth grade band students had the chance to perform alongside the ensemble! ! 🎶👏
about 1 month ago, Ashlee Beatty
Students playing instruments
Students playing instruments
Students playing instruments
Students playing instruments
student playing trumpet

Summer programming registration is now open for students currently in kindergarten - grade 3!

Register today: https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2026


Program Highlight: Summer Scholars Camp
Learning, Growing, and Shining All Summer Long!

Students will receive daily reading and math instruction at Summer Scholars Camp.

Who? Students currently in Grades K-3 attending any Wood County Schools elementary school

When? June 22-July 16, 2026; 8:00am-11:30am

Where? Jefferson Elementary Center, 1103 Plum Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101

Bus transportation available.

Free breakfast and lunch provided.

about 1 month ago, Ashlee Beatty
Summer Scholars Camp Logo
Reminder for parents of current 6th and 11th grade students:
The MCV4 and Tdap immunizations are required for entry into the 7th and 12th grades. To facilitate this, some of our schools are partnering with the Mid Ohio Valley Health Department to offer the opportunity to receive the vaccines at school. If you miss the school clinics, you can contact your primary health care provider, one of our school- based health centers or the Mid Ohio Valley Health Department to make an appointment. The vaccines must be completed before the first day of school.
about 2 months ago, Julie Bertram
7th and 12th grade required immunizations
Special thanks to Cafaro for their generous $10,000 donation in support of our champion student athletes!
about 2 months ago, Wood County Schools
students and coaches standing on a stage in a  mall accepting a charitable check from owners of mall
sign located in mall recognizing parkersburg high school girls basketball champions
Congratulations to all of our talented students who showcased their artwork at the Wood County Art Show! Your creativity, hard work, and dedication truly shined. A special congratulations to our award winners! 🎨👏
2 months ago, Ashlee Beatty
art show winner list
art show winner list
art show winner list
student with ceremic statue
students pose with prizes.
students pose with prizes
7 teachers pose for a photo
The Wood County Art Show is now on display, and you won’t want to miss it! 🎨

Join us at the Parkersburg Art Center (March 15–26) to celebrate the talent of our students in grades 6–12. This exhibit features a wide variety of impressive 2D and 3D artwork from across the district, showcasing creativity, skill, and hard work.

Stop by and support our young artists—you’ll be inspired!
2 months ago, Ashlee Beatty
Flyer for WCS Art Show
Due to snowy and icy conditions impacting a significant portion of the southern part of Wood County, Wood County Schools will now be closed today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. While some areas of the county may not be experiencing the same conditions, roadways in other areas remain hazardous. Because our buses and families travel across many different communities and road conditions, this decision was made to prioritize the safety of all students and staff throughout the entire county. We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure everyone can travel safely.
2 months ago, Wood County Schools
Due to various road conditions throughout the county, Wood County Schools will be on a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
2 months ago, Wood County Schools
There is still time, and a few spaces remain—reserve your child’s spot in Pre-K at Wood County Schools today.
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/pre-k
2 months ago, Wood County Schools
pre-k open enrollment flyer with wood county schools
Let's go! Parkersburg South Patriots! Parkersburg Big Reds!
3 months ago, Eric Murphy
split screen patriots and big reds
Let's go Yellowjackets!
3 months ago, Eric Murphy
fans and Williamstown girls basketball Yellowjackets at stadium
All three girls high school basketball teams in Wood County have earned the opportunity to play in the AA or AAAA state championship on Saturday, March 14! Come and join us to cheer on our student athletes!

Williamstown Yellowjackets play at 12:30 pm.

Parkersburg Big Reds v. Parkersburg South Patriots at 7:30 pm.

Our students will once again have WCS shining across the state! Best wishes to PHS, PSHS, and WHS on fantastic games today! #WoodCountyProud
3 months ago, Wood County Schools
basketball championship with a basketball and the wood county schools logo
Important Update Regarding the End of the School Year: We are pleased to share that the West Virginia Department of Education has granted Wood County Schools a waiver for three instructional days. As a result of this approval, the last day of school for students will remain Tuesday, June 2, 2026 — no changes have been made to the previously published school calendar. No further action is needed on your part. Please make note of this date as you plan for summer childcare, activities, and travel. For the most up-to-date school calendar information, visit woodcountyschoolswv.com/calendar. Thank you for your continued support of Wood County Schools.
3 months ago, Wood County Schools
june 2, 2026 with the number 2 circled in red