Edison Middle

Tennis Begins July 29 4-5:30 @ Erickson. Optional Flex Practice July 22 4-5:30 @ Erickson.

Cross country conditioning will be Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:45-10. Our first day of conditioning will be Monday, July 15th at Edison from 8:45-10. We will meet in the cafeteria parking lot. Conditioning schedule will be dependent on weather, but I will keep everyone up to date in advance. All runners must have a physical in order to participate. Most physicians have forms available in their office or you can pick one up at Edison. Also, please remember to bring water!

We are going to get started with Cross Country conditioning next week! July 15th) we will condition three times a week for the next few weeks leading up to the start of season on August 5th. Conditioning is not mandatory to be on the team. Our first week of conditioning will start Monday, July 15th at Edison from 8:45-10. We will meet in the cafeteria parking lot. Conditioning schedule will be Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, depending on weather, but I will keep everyone up to date in advance. All runners must have a physical in order to participate. Most physicians have forms available in their office or you can pick one up at Edison. Also, please remember to bring water!

In celebration of Independence Day, all Wood County Schools' offices will be closed. Offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th.

Just a reminder: The Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board will offer two summer programs for students. The CTE Exploration Camp for incoming 8th-11th grade students will provide an opportunity to explore skilled trades of carpentry, welding, electrical as well as automotive, aviation, health care, and culinary. Camp will take place from July 10-12, 8:30am-3:00pm. The program includes virtual reality simulations, hands on projects, and guest speakers. Participants will earn certificates in workplace safety and customer service. Transportation assistance is available. Space is limited space. Additional opportunities will be available to earn work and skills credentials. To register or learn more, visit https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2024.

All schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 20th in celebration of West Virginia Day! Offices will reopen on Friday, June 21. Learn more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Virginia_Day

The school year may be over, but it's never to early to mark your calendar! The 2024-2025 school year will host Open House on Monday, August 19. Elementary schools will be from 4 to 6 pm and middle and high schools (including WCTC/Caperton Center) from 5 to 7 pm. View event dates and details anytime on the WCS app or by visiting https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/calendar.

The Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board will offer two summer programs for students. The CTE Exploration Camp for incoming 8th-11th grade students will provide an opportunity to explore skilled trades of carpentry, welding, electrical as well as automotive, aviation, health care, and culinary. Camp will take place from July 10-12, 8:30am-3:00pm. The program includes virtual reality simulations, hands on projects, and guest speakers. Participants will earn certificates in workplace safety and customer service. The Apprenticeship Readiness Program provides incoming and graduating seniors the opportunity to participate in an Apprenticeship Readiness program from June 24 through 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 pm. This experience will include hands on projects, mentoring, and career information in Construction, Carpentry, Electrical, Welding, and more. The week-long event will include tours of local union training facilities and mentoring from master craftsmen as well as the use of Virtual Reality for students to simulate on-the-job experiences in addition to the hands-on projects. Transportation assistance is available. Space is limited space. Additional opportunities will be available to earn work and skills credentials. To register or learn more, visit https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/summer2024.

Good morning, This is an update from Edison Middle School about the schedule for the next few days. End of year activities 1. May 30- iPad collection (Students MUST turn in their iPad, charging block and cord) 2. May 30- Edison Olympics-Cafeteria parking lot will be closed until 3:10. Please do not arrive before that for after school pick up. 3. May 31 -Parkersburg South will be here to distribute 9th grade schedules--Just because you receive a schedule does not guarantee promotion. 4. May 31 -Edison Olympics AM only 5. May 31- End of year teacher awards. Not every student will be recognized. Times are approximate. 8th-12:30 6th-1:30 7th-2:30 6. June 4 - 1:45 8th grade walk. (8th Graders will walk the hallway for the last time- Parents may attend this to take pictures) If you have any questions, feel free to call Edison at 304-420-9525. Thanks and have a great day!

Join us for the USDA free summer meals program, a wonderful initiative aimed at ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals even when school is out. This program provides free meals for children and teens in low-income areas during the summer months, helping to bridge the nutrition gap that often occurs when school meals are not available. By participating in this program, you can help support the health and well-being of children in your community, ensuring they have the fuel they need to thrive and enjoy their summer activities to the fullest. Learn more at https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/page/summer-nutrition-program

Wood County Schools' is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Golden Horseshoe! https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/1605924

The much-loved Golden Ticket Summer Reading Challenge has returned for the summer! Learn more to get started. https://woodcountyschoolswv.com/goldenticket

Reminder, Wood County Schools will be closed Tuesday, May 14, 2024, for Primary Election Day. Classes resume Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

The West Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Nutrition and the West Virginia Department of Human Services are teaming together to provide income-eligible students of West Virginia with supplemental food benefits for the summer of 2024. Learn more... https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/article/1591188

Hello! This is a message for all parents of 6th grade students that attend Edison Middle School. The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department has teamed up with Wood County Schools to provide immunization clinics for all 6th grade students who have not yet received the required immunizations for 7th grade (TDaP and Meningococcal). The immunization clinic for Edison will be Wednesday, 4/17/24. If your student has not yet received these immunizations and you would like for him/her to participate in the immunization clinic, please contact the school nurse, Alonna Raffa, at 304-420-9525.

Buses may be delayed this morning due to high water in several areas across the county. We appreciate your patience as we work to safely pick up and deliver students this morning.

All Wood County Schools after-school and evening activities will be CANCELLED tonight (Tuesday, April 2, 2024) due to incoming inclement weather. Schools will dismiss at their normal times today.

Good evening Eagle families. We will begin taking the WV GSA Writing Assessment tomorrow. We will continue testing through Friday of this week. Please stress the importance of this assessment with your student. Also, please make sure that their IPads are charged and with them. We only have a handful of extras. Important reminder that once the student starts the test, he or she may not stop in the middle. They must complete the assessment in one day. If your student has an appointment on their day of testing, please make sure that you send a note with them in the morning to give to Mrs. Wilson in the cafeteria so we can adjust their testing schedule. If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 304-420-9525. Thanks and have a good evening!

Calendar update: In order to account for missed school days due to inclement weather, students will now attend school on May 31 as well as June 3 and 4. Preschool will attend May 28 and 29. For staff, June 5 will be a curriculum development day (students do not attend) and June 6 will be a day to prepare for the end of the school year (students do not attend).

Good morning Edison. We have a few announcements that we need to bring to your attention. 1.) Midterm of the 3rd 9 weeks period is this Friday, February 16th. Parents are encouraged to check their child's Schoology account to monitor his/her grades and progress up to this point. 2.) Spring pictures will be taken on February 28th. All students will get their picture taken. Picture packets were sent home last week. If you need a picture packet, you can pick one up at the school or you can order online at mylifetouch.com using the code EVT4J6ZHX. 3.) Yearbook order forms were also sent home last week. Cost is $30. There is no tax. You can send your check, cash, or money order in with your student to give to Mrs. Wilson in the cafeteria in the morning or you can purchase the yearbook online at ybpay.com using the ID Code 12251224. If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 304-420-9525. Thanks and have a great day!