Kanawha County Schools

🍔 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!

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

The new KCS Food Menus can be found on the KCS website by clicking on the Menu button in the upper right hand corner of the KCS homepage, looking under the parent/guardian column, and then clicking on School Menus | Kanawha County Schools.

🐝 SPELLING BEE ELITE.

Congratulations to our 70th Annual Kanawha County Spelling Bee Champion, Vedanshi Pachauri of John Adams Middle School…

…and she didn’t stop there.
👉 STATE RUNNER-UP.

From county champ to one of the best in West Virginia. That’s big-time.

A strong finish as well from Leea Roncal (DuPont Middle School), who earned runner-up honors at the county level.

County Bee - Elementary division:
👑 Hunter Samples (Kenna Elementary) – Champion
🥈 Olivia Clarke (Holz Elementary) – Runner-up

We’re proud of every student who stepped up to the stage.👏

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

Four students on stage at the KCS spelling bee. All four students are holding trophies for placing first or runner up in the KCS spelling bee. Two from the Middle School contest and Two from the Elementary contest.

Big future energy at Ben Franklin. 👀✨

5th graders from Nitro Elementary had a firsthand look at what’s possible during their visit to Ben Franklin Career Center on Wednesday. And the curiosity was real. From hands-on programs to career pathways they may not have even known existed yet, students explored what learning can look like beyond the traditional classroom.

Moments like this matter. It’s where interests turn into goals… and goals start turning into plans. 🎯

Who knows, this visit might’ve sparked someone’s future career.

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

one nitro student is sitting at a workshop table at ben franklin while another is standing at the side of the table. On the table are different types of mini engines and equipment.

A nitro student is doing the Heimlich on one of her classmates during a lesson. A ben franklin student is providing feedback on the students technique.

A ben franklin student watches and a nitro student check the pulse on a medical mannequin.

a ben franklin student using a forehead thermometer on a nitro elementary student.

A nitro student is standing in front of a dog kennel at the ben franklin grooming class. In the kennel is a black dog, breed unknown, and a ben franklin student it petting the dog.

A ben franklin student is demonstrating how to do CPR on a medical mannequin as several nitro students are standing around her watching.

a ben franklin student is checking something on a nitro student. The nitro student's back is turned to the camera, so it is not clear what is being checked.

🎤✨ 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. 💥

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

The six KCS students who reached the semifinal round of the WV Poetry Out Loud Competition posing for a picture against a wall. They are standing in front of a Poetry Out Loud State Finals poster.

The top 10 students at the 2026 WV Poetry out Loud Competition standing on stage. Behind them is a large screen that says Poetry Out Loud WV State Finals.

Cooler than the other side of the pillow. 🏆

Double overtime.
No blink. No back down.

Just buckets, grit, and heart.

Built in the classroom.
Proven under the lights.

AAAA STATE CHAMPS.
♥️🏀 Congratulations Patriots!!

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

GW Basketball Players. GWHS Boys Basketball won the AAAA West Virginia State Championship.

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! 🎉

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Sissonville High School — Thursday, May 21 at 1:00 PM Herbert Hoover High School — Thursday, May 21 at 1:00 PM St. Albans High School — Thursday, May 22 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

KCS students are showing off some serious science knowledge!🧠🔬✨

Congratulations to all of our students who competed at the West Virginia State Science Fair! Your curiosity and innovation continue to make us proud. Overall, 10 students from KCS earned a top spot in their category!

And Iqraa Zaman, of George Washington High School, is headed to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) to represent West Virginia! 🌎🏆

This is what the future looks like. 💡

👉 Check out the full list of awards on our website!

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

A red banner with a geometric design on it, a yellow banner with a geometric design on it, a blue banner with gears on it, and a green banner with a equations on it. I is below the red banner. S is below the yellow banner. E is below the blue banner. F is below the green banner. Those initials stand for International Science and Engineering Fair.

🩺 Future healthcare leaders from Ben Franklin Career Center made some noise at the WV HOSA State Leadership Conference!

KCS students brought home state titles, top finishes, and design awards while representing their programs with professionalism and skill.

🏅 Several will now advance to the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis this June to represent West Virginia on the global stage.

The future of healthcare is bright — and it’s learning right here in KCS. ✨

🔗 To see a full list of awards won, check out the news section on our website!

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

Nine KCS Students won awards at the 2026 HOSA State Leadership Conference. One student is standing on stage, holding her state champion banner for earning first place in the Interviewing Skills Competition.

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.

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

KCS has been granted a wavier from the WVDE for the 180 day instructional requirement. As of March 16th, no snow days will need to be made up and the last day of school for this year is May 29th, 2026.

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!

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

student holding his hand up to show off a lanyard he received. Behind him, another student is showing off her lanyard to a friend that is not in the picture.

Side Quest #4 🎨

Create something from nothing.

✍️ Draw
🧑‍🎨 Paint
🧑‍🍳 Cook
💭 or anything else you can dream up!

Secret Word: Big
#KCSSideQuest

3 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

Student sitting at an art table. He is painting a white sheet of paper that is sitting in front of him. He is dipping his sponge brush into paint that has been squirted on to a paper plate.

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

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

student sitting at his desk with his hands together looking at the camera.

Side Quest #2 💥

⛹️‍♀️ Move for 20 minutes.
🛝 Anywhere.
🛹 Anytime.

Secret Word: Steps

#KCSSideQuest

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

A young student is clapping his hands. He is wearing a gold medal around his neck. The medal has the number 1 on it. Behind him adults are clapping and other students are wearing medals.

Side Quest #1 ✅

Try something new today.
Doesn't have to be big.
Just different.

🤫 Secret Word: Small

#KCSSideQuest

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

student yelling in celebration after learning what house he will be in for the school's reward system. In the background, the school principal has her hands up in celebration as well.

☀️ 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

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

🎒✨ 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!

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

A young student sitting at her school table, smiling at the camera, and has both of her arms in the air. Her arms and table are covered in shaving cream that was used for a writing lesson.

🔥 Bam!

Culinary students from Carver are dialing up the heat in Charleston this week at the State Culinary and Management Competition. Teams prepared a three-course meal in 60 minutes.

🌮 And they have to do all of that without running water or electricity. Teams cook everything using two butane burners. Part two of the competition is the management competition. Teams will present a proposal for a promising restaurant concept to a panel of industry judges.

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

Five culinary students, dressed in their chefs outfits, are standing behind their three course meal. A professional chef is on the other side of the table and is gesturing to one of the dishes.

Culinary students are cooking food at their station.

Culinary students are cooking at their station. The student on the left is cutting produce. The student in the middle is cutting a tomato. The student on the right is cooking on the burner.

Two students are cooking at their station. The burner is right in front of them and they are cutting produce. Behind them, a photographer is taking pictures of the students in action.

📊 Today’s balance sheet included storybooks.

For Read Across America Week, KCS Treasurer Melanie Meadows and Purchasing Director Josh Lewis traded spreadsheets for story time at Central Elementary. They read Dr. Seuss classics and shared the story of Jane Goodall with 2nd and 3rd graders.

Their work doesn’t usually happen in classrooms, but it always supports them. Because behind every purchase order, every resource allocated, and every spreadsheet...are students.

And sometimes the best return on investment is a room full of kids leaning in for one more page. 💙📚

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

KCS Treasurer, Melanie Meadows, and Purchasing Director, Josh Lewis, are sitting at the front of a classroom. Melanie is holding a book about Jane Goodall. Students are sitting on a rug in front of Josh and Melanie.

KCS Treasurer, Melanie Meadows, and Purchasing Director, Josh Lewis, are sitting in chairs at the front of a classroom. Josh is holding the book he is reading to students towards them so they can see the picture. Students are seated on a rug in front of Josh and Melanie and have their hands raised to ask questions.

KCS Treasurer, Melanie Meadows, and Purchasing Director, Josh Lewis, are sitting at the front of a classroom. Josh is reading a Dr. Seuss book. Students are sitting on a rug in front of Josh and Melanie.

KCS Purchasing Director, Josh Lewis, is sitting in a soccer style folding chair. He is reading a Dr. Seuss book to students, who are seated on the carpet in front of him. Josh is holding the book to his side so student's can see the pictures.

KCS Treasure, Melanie Meadows, is sitting in a wooden rocking chair in the front of a classroom. She is reading a Dr. Seuss book to students, who are seated on the carpet in front of her. Melanie is holding the book to her side so student's can see the pictures.

💙💛 What a special day at Kanawha City Elementary!

On Monday, students had the chance to meet West Virginia University’s 71st Mountaineer, Cade Kincaid and the excitement was real.

Cade spent time with students talking about leadership, school pride, and what it means to represent our state. It was one of those simple, joyful moments that students will remember for a long time.

We love seeing connections like this that remind our kids they can dream big! 💙🏔️

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

The WVU mascot is standing with three students. He is holding the hand of the student to his right. Two students are wearing gold WVU shirts and the other is wearing a blue WVU sweatshirt.

The WVU mascot is squatting down looking at a fish tank in a classroom. To the right of him, a student is pointing at the one of the fish in the tank. Two students are standing to the left of the mascot also looking at the fish tank.

The WVU mascot is sitting on the stage at the school holding a book. Students are sitting on the floor in front of the stage.

The WVU mascot is taking a selfie with two staff members dress in WVU gear.

The WVU mascot is posing for a picture with three students in a classroom. All three students are wearing blue WVU gear.

The WVU mascot is sitting on the stage reading a book to students. In front of the stage, students are sitting on the floor and on the side school staff are sitting on benches as the Mountaineer reads.

A picture of the book the WVU mascot read to students. The book is called, "Living Life the West Virginia Way" There are four people on the cover of the book holding signs that say self-confident, honest, responsible, and kind. Behind the people is a tree with colorful fall leaves and a Cardinal sitting on a branch. The Flying WV is just below the tree.

🚀🔬📚 BIG IDEAS. BIG WINS.

Kanawha County Schools students are headed to States in the Science Fair and Regionals in the Social Studies Fair!

From aerospace engineering and cancer research to history, government, and civic analysis — our students are doing next-level work across every discipline.

Check out the full list of winners and learn more about their projects using the links in the comments 👇

4 months ago, Kanawha County Schools

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