MORGANTOWN — WVU's Board of Governors got an update on the search process for a new president on Friday and heard from a number of students who want more of a say in the process. Current WVU President Gordon Gee will retire June 30, 2025. BOG member Patrice Harris, chair of the Ad Hoc ...
KINGWOOD — The eclipse provided both fun and a learning opportunity for some Preston County students, according to Superintendent of Schools Brad Martin. Martin said parents were provided information about the eclipse, and appropriate glasses were provided for students. He said each school decided whether it wanted to participate in the event. Martin said the Aurora school had 250 people who showed up to watch the eclipse. The Preston High theater renovation project, which is primarily levy-funded, began with the removal of the existing seating in February. Martin said the ...
The venue couldn’t have been more appropriate, Eddie Campbell Jr. said Thursday. Campbell, Monongalia County’s superintendent of schools, was talking about Gov. Jim Justice’s appearance the day before at the headquarters of the West Virginia Lottery in Charleston. The governor was ...
Virginia Tech celebrated the career of Homer Hickam, best-selling author, former NASA engineer and astronaut trainer, as he was inducted as the 2024 Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Distinguished Alumni. The ceremony commemorated Hickam’s achievements on the 25th anniversary year of his New York Times No. 1 best-selling memoir Rocket Boys, adapted into the critically acclaimed film October Sky, which starred Jake Gyllenhaal as the young Homer Hickam. Hickam’s journey from Virginia Tech’s Corps of Cadets to becoming a NASA engineer and a celebrated author has been inspirational ...
A total of 181 high school seniors across West Virginia made a commitment to America’s military services last year. That includes the 32 who either enlisted in the Army for active duty or reserves. And the 20 who did the same for the Navy, to go along with the 17 who became Marines ...
Registration is open for a free Hope Scholarship funded alternate school at Preston County Youth Center near Reedsville. This is an opportunity for pre-K through grade 12 students to attend school in a faith-based atmosphere while experiencing a traditional education tailored to their individual needs. The school is free and includes free lunch. Trained staff are available to secure your free Hope Scholarship. They can also assist homeschoolers and others to become eligible. Several certified teachers are on board and more may be hired depending on enrollment. Class sizes ...
