Welcome back to the 2026–2027 school year! We’re excited to begin a new year and want to share some helpful information to make sure you and your child are ready for a successful start. Our goal is to make getting started as easy as possible for your family. From transportation and school schedules to communication and important resources, we’re here to help you navigate the new school year and ensure you have the information and support you need.

IMPORTANT DATES

OPEN HOUSE: Monday, August 17
Elementary hours: 4-6 p.m.
Middle, High, and WCTC/Caperton hours: 5-7 p.m.

STUDENTS' FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Wednesday, August 19
(Arrival and dismissal times - see below)


HELPFUL BACK-TO-SCHOOL INFORMATION
All of the information below is also available in the WCS app—your easiest way to stay connected to Wood County Schools and access important school information.

DOWNLOAD WCS APP (includes Rooms):
https://uqr.to/1sf4f

ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL/BUS INFORMATION
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/arrival-dismissal

WCS CALENDAR
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/events?view=cal-month

SCHOOL CALENDARS
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/events

CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/visit

DINING MENU
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/daily-school-menu

PARENT RESOURCES
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/parents

SOCIAL MEDIA · FACEBOOK
https://www.facebook.com/WCSWV

WCS WEBSITE
The website also includes links to all local schools.
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/
2 days ago, Wood County Schools
Welcome back image in black, gray, and blue. welcome back to our wood county schools families

QUALITY EDUCATION. NO EXTRA COST.

WE PROVIDE THE iPad. YOU FOCUS ON THEIR FUTURE.

At Wood County Schools, every student has access to the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed.

FREE iPad FOR ALL STUDENTS

We provide a school-issued iPad for every student to use while enrolled.

NO DEVICE PURCHASE REQUIRED

Families don't have to worry about the cost of buying a device.

FOCUSED ON LEARNING

We invest in technology so students can focus on what matters most—their education.

20 days ago, Wood County Schools
We provide the iPad. You focus on their future. Graphic with a female student holding an iPad. The graphic advertises that Wood County Schools does not charge students for devices used in class.

Wood County Schools will resume normal operations for all summer programs on Wednesday, July 8.

The following programs will operate on their regular schedules:

Parkersburg South High School Summer School
Parkersburg High School Summer School
Extended School Year at Parkersburg South High School
Summer Learning at Jefferson Elementary Center
Jump Start at Emerson Elementary School
Energy Express at Martin Elementary School
Summer Speech at Martin Elementary School
The Wood County Schools Summer Feeding Program

Wood County Schools will continue to closely monitor conditions related to the Peoples Cartage Warehouse fire and any potential impact on our school campuses. The safety and well-being of our students and staff remains our highest priority, and we will continue working with local and state agencies to evaluate conditions and provide updates if necessary.

We appreciate the patience, understanding, and support of our families throughout this situation and look forward to welcoming students back to our summer programs on Wednesday.

about 1 month ago, Wood County Schools
Hello Student Athletes and Families! Learn more about recent changes to the WVSSAC Athletic Transfer Rule: https://aptg.co/1FJLNh
about 2 months ago, Wood County Schools

Join us for the Golden Ticket Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Event on Thursday, June 4, from 4:00–5:00 PM at Jefferson Elementary School!

This FREE event is open to all children in grades PreK–12 and is the perfect way to kick off summer reading. Every child who attends will receive a free book and one extra Golden Ticket!

Enjoy activities and resources from our community partners, including:
🎨 ArtCart
📚 Parkersburg & Wood County Library Bookmobile
📖 Read Aloud West Virginia
💙 The Health Plan
🌱 WVU Extension
🤝 Parkersburg Area Community Foundation

The Golden Ticket Summer Reading Challenge encourages students to read throughout the summer and exchange Golden Tickets for free books at special summer book fairs. Learn more at https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/goldenticket.

We can't wait to see you there and celebrate the start of another great summer of reading! 📚☀️

2 months ago, Wood County Schools
the golden ticker summer reading challenge
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.
3 months ago, Wood County Schools
Mineral Wells Elementary is officially in the home stretch! We’re finishing this year with a bang, so grab your calendars and check out our end-of-year lineup. We can’t wait to celebrate all the amazing things our students have crushed this year! Please check out our website for a calendar of events.
4 months ago, Melissa Powers
Mineral Wells End of Year Events
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.
5 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.
5 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
5 months ago, Wood County Schools
pre-k open enrollment flyer with wood county schools
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.
5 months ago, Wood County Schools
june 2, 2026 with the number 2 circled in red
Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 9, 2026, due to single-digit morning temperatures and challenging conditions on some secondary roads.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Wood County Schools will be closed today, Friday, February 6, 2026, due to expected snowfall and already icy roadway conditions. The safety of our students, families, and staff is our highest priority, and this decision was made after careful consideration of travel conditions across the district. Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep everyone safe.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Parents and guardians, weather forecasts have changed quickly this evening, and we are closely monitoring conditions overnight due to the potential for snow and hazardous travel. We understand that these situations can be challenging for families, and we appreciate your patience. We will provide an update by 6:00 a.m. Please continue to watch for additional communication.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Due to continued ice and snow on roadways - particularly in the southern part of Wood County - Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, February 4, 2026. We appreciate families' attention to student safety, especially for those walking to school, as many sidewalks remain snow- and ice-covered.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Update: Due to the potential for adverse weather conditions later in the afternoon, Wood County Schools will operate on an NTID Day on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. To learn more about NTID, visit: woodcountyschoolswv.com/ntid
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, 2026. We are closely monitoring the winter weather advisory and any potential impact on road and campus conditions. Please continue to watch for updates as the situation develops.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Wood County Schools will operate on a Code NTID on Monday, February 2, 2026. Parents are encouraged to visit the district website for information about NTID days at woodcountyschoolswv.com/ntid. All extra-curriculars, including athletic practices and games, will resume tomorrow.
6 months ago, Wood County Schools
Wood County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28, due to the continuing effects of the winter storm. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to ensure our campuses are safe and ready for students to return. Thank you for your continued support.
7 months ago, Wood County Schools
Due to ongoing inclement weather, including icy backroads, untreated roadways, and extreme cold temperatures, Wood County Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority.
7 months ago, Wood County Schools