Monongalia, Preston and Marion counties called off school Thursday due to winter weather, and motorists saw a tricky morning commute. Four wrecks required EMS, a MECCA 911 supervisor said. Another […]
Education
No action taken to fix PHS track yet
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Board of Education learned more this week about the cost to fix the Preston High track. Arch Golis, of AG Sports Surfaces, spoke to the […]
Head Start programs enlist extended family
Debbie Jones gave a “good/not-so good” report to Monongalia Board of Education members Tuesday night. The good news, said Jones, who directs early childhood programs for Mon’s Head Start and […]
Mountainview Elementary upgrades library with $50K grant
Kevin Carnes laughed like everybody else when he heard it Monday morning at Mountainview Elementary School. Then he did some serious musing. “We ought to put that kid in a […]
Energy Express summer program seeks volunteers
Through the WVU Extension Service Energy Express summer reading program, AmeriCorps members, volunteers and others help to enhance reading and comprehension skills for students throughout the state. Energy Express is […]
Private schools must follow guidelines
KINGWOOD — The State Department of Education oversees private schools in West Virginia, which are operated based on state policy and codes. Laurel Academy, in Preston County, is licensed by […]
An inside look at Laurel Academy, a private school in Terra Alta
EDITOR’S NOTE: Laurel Academy recently sued the Preston County Board of Education, alleging it has harassed and defamed the school. On the advice of her attorney, Kristine Ayers-Cline did not […]
Trinity students dress up as influential American figures
Learning at Trinity Christian School was hands-on Wednesday, when fourth-graders hosted a wax museum. During the educational project, kids dressed up as influential Americans. Visitors were able to have the […]
Groups begin to set goals for district
Do you believe new or updated school facilities impact the economic development of Monongalia County? Will Mon’s current schools be able to adapt to the needs of the average student, […]
FSU hosts art, architecture and design event for students
Fairmont State University hosted an Art, Architecture and Design Exploration Day on Tuesday. On select days throughout the regular semester, academic-based Exploration Days are held on FSU’s main campus and […]
