At last night's meeting, Dr. Potter and the KCS Board of Education recognized the HHHS Volleyball Team for their state title this year. 🏆 They also recognized HHHS state champion cross country runner Maysen Fletcher! 🏆
And they’re winning in the classroom, too! 📚 The volleyball team and cross country team both have GPAs above 4.0 ⭐
Way to represent KCS—on and off the field! 👏💙
🎄❄️Snow days, two-hour delays, and schedule changes may be stealing the spotlight this month… but our students are stealing the show. 💚
With celebrations getting combined, creativity is running wild...Cindy Lou Who hair, Christmas socks, and all the holiday cheer in one perfectly festive look. When plans change, our students and families always find a way to make it fun. 💚❤️
With celebrations getting combined, creativity is running wild...Cindy Lou Who hair, Christmas socks, and all the holiday cheer in one perfectly festive look. When plans change, our students and families always find a way to make it fun. 💚❤️
🚨 Weather Update – Two-Hour Delay, Tuesday, December 16th🚨
Kanawha County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, 12/16.
⏰ Schools will start two hours later than normal
🚌 Buses will run two hours later than normal
Road conditions vary across the county. Some roads have been cleared, while others have not been thoroughly treated. Because of this, bus route changes may be necessary, so families should continue to check transportation messages for updates.
Employees should report at their normal time if they are safely able to do so. If travel is unsafe, please notify your immediate supervisor.
If you cannot safely get your student to the bus stop or to school, please don’t take any chances. Contact your school to report the absence and to arrange makeup work.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these weather conditions together. ❄️
Kanawha County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, 12/16.
⏰ Schools will start two hours later than normal
🚌 Buses will run two hours later than normal
Road conditions vary across the county. Some roads have been cleared, while others have not been thoroughly treated. Because of this, bus route changes may be necessary, so families should continue to check transportation messages for updates.
Employees should report at their normal time if they are safely able to do so. If travel is unsafe, please notify your immediate supervisor.
If you cannot safely get your student to the bus stop or to school, please don’t take any chances. Contact your school to report the absence and to arrange makeup work.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these weather conditions together. ❄️
Due to road conditions in many of our attendance areas and temperatures that are not expected to warm enough to improve travel, Kanawha County Schools will be closed on Monday, December 15.
This will be a true snow day, with no virtual learning.
Staff Information:
• All school-based staff do not report to work
• 261 employees report as normal
• If you are unable to safely get to work on time, please notify your immediate supervisor
We are sharing this decision now because temperatures will not rise enough during a two-hour delay window for meaningful road improvements.
This will be a true snow day, with no virtual learning.
Staff Information:
• All school-based staff do not report to work
• 261 employees report as normal
• If you are unable to safely get to work on time, please notify your immediate supervisor
We are sharing this decision now because temperatures will not rise enough during a two-hour delay window for meaningful road improvements.
🚨 KCS Closed — Friday, December 12th
Due to weather and expected road conditions, all Kanawha County Schools will be closed on Friday, December 12th. This is a true snow day, no remote learning.
👷 School-based personnel: Do not report unless essential for snow removal
🗂️ 261-day employees: Report as normal; notify your supervisor if travel isn’t safe.
Due to weather and expected road conditions, all Kanawha County Schools will be closed on Friday, December 12th. This is a true snow day, no remote learning.
👷 School-based personnel: Do not report unless essential for snow removal
🗂️ 261-day employees: Report as normal; notify your supervisor if travel isn’t safe.
🚨 Two-Hour Delay for KCS Tomorrow - Thursday, December 11th
Due to expected weather, Kanawha County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, 12/11.
⏰ Schools: Start two hours later
🚌 Buses: Run two hours later
👩🏫 Employees: Report at your regular time if safely able; notify your supervisor if conditions prevent safe travel.
We will continue to watch weather reports overnight and into the morning.
Due to expected weather, Kanawha County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, 12/11.
⏰ Schools: Start two hours later
🚌 Buses: Run two hours later
👩🏫 Employees: Report at your regular time if safely able; notify your supervisor if conditions prevent safe travel.
We will continue to watch weather reports overnight and into the morning.
🎉 Big day at the Capitol! 🎉
Cross Lanes Elementary was one of 12 schools invited to the WVDE’s Country Roads Codes Day, and the Eagles soared!
They showed off their coding projects, robots, and creative tech ideas to state leaders, and wowed everyone with their confidence and problem-solving skills.
We’re so proud of these students and so grateful for the teachers who inspire a love of learning every single day. 💙💛
Way to go, Eagles! 👏🌟
Cross Lanes Elementary was one of 12 schools invited to the WVDE’s Country Roads Codes Day, and the Eagles soared!
They showed off their coding projects, robots, and creative tech ideas to state leaders, and wowed everyone with their confidence and problem-solving skills.
We’re so proud of these students and so grateful for the teachers who inspire a love of learning every single day. 💙💛
Way to go, Eagles! 👏🌟
Wednesday, December 10th is a scheduled PL Day. No school for students!
❄️ KCS Weather Update – True Snow Day — 12/9/25 ❄️
Due to winter weather and expected road conditions, all Kanawha County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9th.
This will be a true snow day, no virtual learning. While the snow is expected to end at some point this evening, temperatures are not forecasted to rise above freezing until at least midday Tuesday. That means road conditions are not likely to improve in time for a safe morning start, so a two-hour delay would not be helpful.
👉 Reminder: Wednesday, December 10th is a scheduled PL day, so there will be no school for students on Wednesday either.
Thank you for your understanding and for working with us as we prioritize student safety.
Due to winter weather and expected road conditions, all Kanawha County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9th.
This will be a true snow day, no virtual learning. While the snow is expected to end at some point this evening, temperatures are not forecasted to rise above freezing until at least midday Tuesday. That means road conditions are not likely to improve in time for a safe morning start, so a two-hour delay would not be helpful.
👉 Reminder: Wednesday, December 10th is a scheduled PL day, so there will be no school for students on Wednesday either.
Thank you for your understanding and for working with us as we prioritize student safety.
🚨❄️ KCS Dismissing Two Hours Early — 12/8/25
Due to an upgraded weather report and snow moving into the area more quickly than expected, all KCS schools will dismiss students two hours earlier than their normal release time today. All bus drop-offs will also be two hours earlier than normal. All Third Base Programs are canceled today.
We understand that weather-related decisions can be frustrating and raise concerns. Please know that these decisions are made using the most current information available at the time, including input from weather briefings and reports from our transportation and operations teams.
Thank you for your patience and continued support.
Due to an upgraded weather report and snow moving into the area more quickly than expected, all KCS schools will dismiss students two hours earlier than their normal release time today. All bus drop-offs will also be two hours earlier than normal. All Third Base Programs are canceled today.
We understand that weather-related decisions can be frustrating and raise concerns. Please know that these decisions are made using the most current information available at the time, including input from weather briefings and reports from our transportation and operations teams.
Thank you for your patience and continued support.
❄️ Weather Update – Overnight Snow Possibility ❄️
We’re keeping a close eye on the weather tonight as snow is expected to move into the area sometime after midnight. Because of the timing, a decision about a possible two-hour delay can’t be made until very early in the morning.
If a delay is needed, families and staff would receive notification around 5:00 a.m. through:
- KCS FB Page
- Phone call & text
- KCS mobile app (push alert)
- WVDE cancellation page
- Schoology
We’ll continue monitoring conditions overnight. If you don’t see or hear anything from KCS in the morning, please plan on a normal start time.
Stay warm, and here’s hoping your morning alarm gets to do its job as planned! ⏰❄️
We’re keeping a close eye on the weather tonight as snow is expected to move into the area sometime after midnight. Because of the timing, a decision about a possible two-hour delay can’t be made until very early in the morning.
If a delay is needed, families and staff would receive notification around 5:00 a.m. through:
- KCS FB Page
- Phone call & text
- KCS mobile app (push alert)
- WVDE cancellation page
- Schoology
We’ll continue monitoring conditions overnight. If you don’t see or hear anything from KCS in the morning, please plan on a normal start time.
Stay warm, and here’s hoping your morning alarm gets to do its job as planned! ⏰❄️
They laughed, they danced, they ate, and...
They met the Big Guy!
Students and their families had a blast getting into the holiday spirit last night at the KCS Office of Exceptional Students Sensory with Santa Thursday night.
We all had an absolute BLAST! Thank you to everyone who came out and made this night so special.
They met the Big Guy!
Students and their families had a blast getting into the holiday spirit last night at the KCS Office of Exceptional Students Sensory with Santa Thursday night.
We all had an absolute BLAST! Thank you to everyone who came out and made this night so special.
🌦️ Weather Update for Friday, December 5
During our 8:00 p.m. weather briefing with the National Weather Service, we were advised there is a 50/50 chance of snow beginning around 3:00 a.m.
🚨 As of now, Kanawha County Schools is planning to operate on a normal schedule tomorrow.
We will continue to monitor conditions overnight and into the early morning. If a change to the schedule is needed, an alert will be sent around 5:00 a.m.
📲 No alert in the morning = normal school day.
During our 8:00 p.m. weather briefing with the National Weather Service, we were advised there is a 50/50 chance of snow beginning around 3:00 a.m.
🚨 As of now, Kanawha County Schools is planning to operate on a normal schedule tomorrow.
We will continue to monitor conditions overnight and into the early morning. If a change to the schedule is needed, an alert will be sent around 5:00 a.m.
📲 No alert in the morning = normal school day.
🎅✨ Sensory with Santa Night is almost here! ✨🎅
The KCS Office of Exceptional Students is hosting a Sensory with Santa Night on Thursday, December 4th, from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Edison Staff Development Center in South Charleston!
This event is open to all students with disabilities and their families, and the night has been designed with comfort, joy, and accessibility in mind so every child has the chance to participate. 💙💚❤️
There are SO many fun things planned — and of course, Santa will be there for a calm, sensory-friendly holiday experience. 🎄🤗
The KCS Office of Exceptional Students is hosting a Sensory with Santa Night on Thursday, December 4th, from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Edison Staff Development Center in South Charleston!
This event is open to all students with disabilities and their families, and the night has been designed with comfort, joy, and accessibility in mind so every child has the chance to participate. 💙💚❤️
There are SO many fun things planned — and of course, Santa will be there for a calm, sensory-friendly holiday experience. 🎄🤗
🗓️ 2026-2027 KCS Calendar At a Glance 👌
We meant to share next year's calendar highlights this morning, but the vibes were immaculate , despite the snow — and we didn't want to mess with the vibes.
📚 So, for some nighttime reading enjoyment — Your 2026-2027 KCS School Year Highlights are below!
👀 Ready to download and get it on the fridge? 🔗👇
📅 The 2026–2027 KCS School Calendar Is Official!
Thank you to everyone who reviewed the four proposed calendar options and shared feedback during the open comment period. Nearly 1,500 comments were submitted, and both KCS and the Board of Education are extremely appreciative of the community’s input.
After careful consideration, the KCS Board of Education approved Version 2 for the 2026–2027 school year.
✨ Key Dates:
➡️ First Day of School: August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
➡️ Last Day of School: May 28, 2027 (Friday)
We’re sharing the full calendar graphic below. Tomorrow, we’ll also post an easy-to-read highlight version with important dates such as holidays, Professional Learning Days, and Spring Break.
Thank you for helping shape the school year!
At last night’s Board of Education meeting, the KCSBOE recognized Tracy White for her seven years of service to Kanawha County Schools. Tracy recently resigned from the Board, and Board President Ric Cavender shared words of appreciation for her commitment to students and to her community.
President Cavender also presented Tracy with a special plaque crafted by Nitro High School to honor her years of service.
Thank you, Tracy, for your leadership and the lasting impact you’ve had on KCS. ❤️📚
President Cavender also presented Tracy with a special plaque crafted by Nitro High School to honor her years of service.
Thank you, Tracy, for your leadership and the lasting impact you’ve had on KCS. ❤️📚
🚍 Did We Miss You?
If you have not received the text updates for bus changes — click the link below!
Parents, guardians, and students who want to get bus change alerts by text can sign up here:
👉 https://forms.gle/Nv3anvtziUXGAZqk7
📲 Get updates straight to your phone—quick and easy
If you have not received the text updates for bus changes — click the link below!
Parents, guardians, and students who want to get bus change alerts by text can sign up here:
👉 https://forms.gle/Nv3anvtziUXGAZqk7
📲 Get updates straight to your phone—quick and easy
🚍 New! Direct Bus Text Alerts Begin Tomorrow
Starting tomorrow morning, KCS Transportation will begin texting parents/guardians directly about any bus number or route changes. If your child’s bus is affected, you’ll receive a text—no sign-ups or apps required.
📲 What to know:
• All parents/guardians of current bus riders will receive a welcome message tomorrow morning
• You can reply STOP to this message to opt out
• If you receive a bus change in the future, it will come directly via text
• Bus changes will still be posted on the KCS website—click the “Bus Changes” link at the top of our homepage
• If you don’t receive a text tomorrow and your child rides a bus, please call KCS Transportation. They’ll provide a quick form to get you enrolled.
We hope this makes staying up-to-date on bus changes easier and more convenient for families. Thank you for your continued support of KCS! 💙💛
Starting tomorrow morning, KCS Transportation will begin texting parents/guardians directly about any bus number or route changes. If your child’s bus is affected, you’ll receive a text—no sign-ups or apps required.
📲 What to know:
• All parents/guardians of current bus riders will receive a welcome message tomorrow morning
• You can reply STOP to this message to opt out
• If you receive a bus change in the future, it will come directly via text
• Bus changes will still be posted on the KCS website—click the “Bus Changes” link at the top of our homepage
• If you don’t receive a text tomorrow and your child rides a bus, please call KCS Transportation. They’ll provide a quick form to get you enrolled.
We hope this makes staying up-to-date on bus changes easier and more convenient for families. Thank you for your continued support of KCS! 💙💛
🎄Santa’s got elves… but Nitro has art students! 🎅🎨
Nitro High School artists have taken over storefront windows all across town with holiday-themed designs — from snowmen to winterscapes there is magic in every brushstroke. 🖌️🌟
We love seeing our students creativity shine in their community! ☃️
Nitro High School artists have taken over storefront windows all across town with holiday-themed designs — from snowmen to winterscapes there is magic in every brushstroke. 🖌️🌟
We love seeing our students creativity shine in their community! ☃️
