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✂️ Free Back-to-School Haircuts!
📍 Buckhannon-Upshur High School
🕣 Today from 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
💈 Provided by the talented students of Fred Eberle Technical Center
⏰ Last appointment at 1:10 PM – don’t miss out!

Come get a fresh cut and start the school year in style! 💇‍♂️💇‍♀️

9 months ago, Upshur County Schools

🍽️ Curious about what’s for lunch on the first day? Visit your school's website and select dining from the menu! OR download the Upshur Strong mobile app at Use this link on an Apple device to access the app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/upshur-county-schools/id1535644505 Use this link on an Android device to access the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.upshurwv

9 months ago, Upshur County Schools

Upshur County Principals in second day of learning together! Today we are reviewing and adding to their knowledge around personnel, strategic planning, special education and local school improvement councils.

9 months ago, Christine Miller

Upshur County Principals Opening Principals Meeting

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that Mr. Brandon Kelley of Washington District Elementary School has been named a statewide finalist for the School Service Personnel of the Year Award!

His dedication, hard work, and impact are being recognized beyond our county, and we couldn’t be prouder to have him as part of our team. Congratulations, Mr. Kelley — your excellence inspires us all! 👏🌟

10 months ago, Upshur County Schools

🎓 Attention Students & Families! Are you interested in virtual learning for the upcoming school year? 🖥️✨ 📌 All students must complete an application to enroll. 🗓️ Deadline to apply: July 18th 🔗 Apply now at: www.upshurschools.com

10 months ago, Upshur County Schools

🎆 Happy Independence Day from Upshur County Schools! 🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the values that make America strong—freedom, democracy, and unity. At Upshur County Schools, we’re proud to nurture the next generation of civic leaders who will carry these ideals forward. Through history lessons, student government, community service, and daily classroom discussions, our schools empower students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens ready to lead with integrity and purpose.

10 months ago, Upshur County Schools

📢 Important Update from the West Virginia Board of Education - Please review the official statement regarding vaccine compliance requirements for students across the state. 📄 View the full statement in the attached image.

10 months ago, Upshur County Schools

West Virginia Board of Education Issues Statement on Vaccine Compliance During the June meeting of the West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE), members voted unanimously to comply with state law regarding required school immunizations as it is written in W. Va. Code 16-3-4. The WVBE directed State Superintendent of Schools to notify all school districts to follow the law that has been in effect since 1937. This is in line with the actions of the West Virginia Legislature during the 2025 Regular Session which did not vote in favor of religious exemptions for vaccines. The intent of the State Board is to do what is best for the 241,000 children, 23,000 educators, and 15,000 service personnel in 629 public schools. This includes taking the important steps of protecting the school community from the real risk of exposure to litigation that could result from not following vaccination laws. This Board is constitutionally bound to provide a thorough and efficient system of free schools, and our members remain committed to this charge.

What do teachers do in the summer? They work toward building a stronger better rigorous cirriculum through course design! Teachers have been pacing units, analyzing data and priority standards, and mapping the instruction for the school year during the work sessions. There was wonderful representation from all grade levels each day. Thank you to all teachers who came out and worked hard to ensure that all of our students receive what they need during the 25/26 school year!

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

Image of secondary teachers of Upshur County Schools working on RCD as a group.

📢 Public Input Needed! Upshur County Schools is now accepting public comments on Proposed Policy 5136, which addresses student cell phone use in compliance with West Virginia law. 📱🏫 📝 View the policy and share your thoughts here: 🔗 https://www.upshurschools.com/o/upshur-county/page/public-comment

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

On June 9, 2025, representatives from the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) visited Upshur County Schools to provide an overview of school-level financing for booster organizations. You can check out the PowerPoint at the link below. https://5il.co/3inwm

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

All students interested in Virtual Learning through Upshur County Schools must complete an application. Use the link below to access the application. The application will be open: Fall Semester: 06/16/2025 – 07/18/2025 Spring Semester: 11/03/2025 – 11/21/2025 All families of virtual learners must attend Open House in person. Open houses are: Elementary: at Buckhannon Academy Elementary School 7/28/25 at 2pm or 8/6/25 at 10am Middle: 7/28/25 at 10am, 8/4/25 at 2pm, or 8/7/25 at 6pm High: 7/30/25 at 1pm, 8/4/25 at 10am, 8/5/25 at 1pm or 6pm All virtual learners will be required to participate in all state-level and county-level academic assessments in person. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Marteney or Mrs. Baisden at the Board of Education Office. https://forms.office.com/r/ujy1EgDJge

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

Upshur County Schools Virtual Learning Information 2025–2026 All students interested in Virtual Learning through Upshur County Schools must complete an application. You can scan the QR code or use the link below to access the application. The application will be open: Fall Semester: 06/16/2025 – 07/18/2025 Spring Semester: 11/03/2025 – 11/21/2025 All families of virtual learners must attend Open House in person. Elementary: 7/28/25 at 2pm or 8/6/25 at 10am Middle: 7/28/25 at 10am, 8/4/25 at 2pm, or 8/7/25 at [time unclear] High: 7/30/25 at 1pm, 8/4/25 at 10am, 8/5/25 at 1pm or 6pm All virtual learners will be required to participate in all state-level and county-level academic assessments in person. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Marteney or Mrs. Baisden at the Board of Education Office. https://forms.office.com/r/ujy1EgDJge

📢 New Cell Phone Policy FAQ Got questions about the new cell phone policy? Visit our Public Comments page for answers! 🔗 https://www.upshurschools.com/o/upshur-county/page/public-comment

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

Upshur County Schools is beginning the process of developing an updated policy to address personal electronic devices, so we are compliant with newly passed legislation. This includes but is not limited to cell phones, smart watches, laptops, and portable gaming systems not provided by the county school system. Our goal in updating this policy is to allow our staff and students to Be Present. This means our schools and in particular all learning spaces including classrooms are free from the distractions of personal electronic devices. This will allow our teachers and students to focus during the scheduled learning time without the distractions these devices can bring to teaching and learning. We will work to make this policy easily understood with appropriate consequences when violated. Our policy will also provide ways for parents and students to contact each other or the school in case of emergencies or changes in dismissal needs. Upshur County Schools will follow WV Code 18-2-46, and state board policy including required exceptions. We will have a 30-day comment period from June 10-July 1, 2025, to allow for feedback from our community and families. The finalized policy will be implemented for staff beginning August 11, 2025, and for students on August 14, 2025. Watch for additional updates as we work through the process of development and approval to provide an optimal learning environment for our staff and students. Christy Miller, Superintendent Be Present Be Prepared Be Excellent Upshur County Schools United for Excellence

11 months ago, Upshur County Schools

Good morning. Washington District Elementary and Buckhannon Upshur Middle School are closed today, May 2nd, due to no electrical power at the school. Again, only WDES and BUMS are closed today, Friday, May 2. Staff of those schools will not report.