Good morning Cottageville families! Just a friendly reminder that Open House is tonight from 6-7. We will start in the gymnasium and then dismiss to our classrooms. We are so excited to have your kiddos back in our classroom.
about 14 hours ago, Emily Durst
Good evening, this is Will Hosaflook, Superintendent of Jackson County Schools. I'm excited to welcome you on Tuesday, August 19th, to a new school year filled with promise and anticipation.
It's important to take a moment to celebrate our recent accomplishments. Jackson County Schools continue to be a leader in academics across the state. Last year, our fifth-grade students—now sixth graders—ranked number one in West Virginia for English and Math on the General Summative Assessment. Fairplain Elementary is now a top 10 elementary school in the state, and seven of our eleven schools achieved their highest academic marks ever in English or Math. This is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the hard work of our students, staff, and community.
We are truly blessed to have such dedicated employees, supportive communities, and remarkable students. I firmly believe in the power of public education to provide hope and more opportunities for our students than any other form of schooling. We accept the high standards we're held to every day, knowing that our commitment to accountability sets us apart from other options. Thank you, parents, school employees, and community members, for making Jackson County a great place to learn and grow.
This year, your child's opening day packet will include a letter explaining new legislative laws as well as hard-copy forms you need to return to school. Digital forms are available on our website. As always, I appreciate your patience on the first day of school as we work to make everything run smoothly. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement as we begin another exciting year.
Have a wonderful evening.
1 day ago, Will Hosaflook
CES Families: We hope you are all having wonderful summers! Mark your calendars for the evening of August 18th for our annual Open House. As we get closer, more information will follow. For now, enjoy the sunshine and eat lots of ice cream!
28 days ago, Emily Durst
Good evening. This is a reminder that tomorrow, May 30, 2025, Jackson County Schools will have a three-hour early dismissal, which is the last day of the school year for all students. If your child rides a bus, the bus will arrive at the drop-off location three hours before the normal drop-off time. As always, you can check the Zonar app to see the exact location of your child's bus at any given time. Have a safe and wonderful summer!
3 months ago, Will Hosaflook
CES Families: Come and line the main street of Cottageville for the 5th grade parade tonight at 6:00pm.
3 months ago, Emily Durst
Friday, the students' last day, is an early dismissal day. Thank you for sharing your kiddos with us!
3 months ago, Emily Durst
CES Families: I can't believe we're already here! It's been such an amazing year. Thursday is our end-of-the year awards assembly. The K-2 assembly will begin at 1:30. The 3-5 assembly will begin approximately at 2:15.
3 months ago, Emily Durst
Good evening,
This is a reminder that the Elementary School Track Meet Championship will be held tomorrow at Ripley High School. The meet will begin at 5:00 p.m.
Thank you and have a wonderful evening.
3 months ago, Jackson County Schools
CES Families: Just a friendly reminder that the "Meet the Teacher" tonight is just for next year's kindergarten kiddos. Have a wonderful evening!
3 months ago, Emily Durst
CES Families: On Tuesday, May 13th, the 5th grade parent meeting will begin at 5:00pm. At this meeting you will get information on the 5th grade parade and waivers to attend Skyzone will be completed. If you can't make it to the meeting, you can go online and complete the waiver now. Please make sure you have the Charleston, WV location selected. This meeting will be followed by LSIC at 5:30 and PTO at 6:00. All are welcome to attend!
3 months ago, Emily Durst
CES Families: This evening students in grades 3-5 will be bringing home their access codes so you can see their GSA scores! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the school.
3 months ago, Emily Durst
CES Families: Happy marvelous Monday! WV General Summative Assessment (GSA) begins this week. On Friday, our 5th graders will kick-off our testing season with the science test, The specific dates for your child's test can be found on the classroom newsletter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the school. We are so excited to show the state how bright our CES kiddos are! Please help us and encourage your child to do his/her best. A good night's sleep is so important too. It's going to be a great week!
4 months ago, Emily Durst
4 months ago, Jackson County Schools
CES Families: We need to switch the menu around for lunch. Tomorrow will be chicken sandwich day and Wednesday will be spaghetti. Also, the track meet for Cottageville is Wednesday. It's going to be a great week!
4 months ago, Emily Durst
Good afternoon,
This is a reminder that the Ripley-area Elementary Track Meet will begin at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow at Ripley High School. The Ravenswood-area Elementary Track meet will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Ravenswood Grade School. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call your child's school. Please have a wonderful evening.
4 months ago, Jackson County Schools
CES Families: Next week 5th grade students will be visiting both middle schools (Monday and Wednesday). Also, just as a friendly reminder, tomorrow is an early dismissal. We wish you and your family a joyous holiday weekend!
4 months ago, Emily Durst
Good afternoon. This is a reminder that tomorrow, April 18, 2025, is an early dismissal day due to Faculty Senate. Students will be dismissed 3 hours early. All buses will arrive at their after-school stops 3 hours early. Thank you and have a wonderful evening.
4 months ago, Jackson County Schools
Good afternoon - This is the final reminder that our annual Jackson County Schools STEM night event will be held on Thursday, April 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ripley Elementary School. STEM night is open to all Jackson County elementary-age students. We are asking parents to accompany their children during the event. Many of our "exhibitors" will be local companies and community members who will share their knowledge and passion for science, technology, engineering, and math. For more information, please visit the Jackson County Board of Education website or click the following link.
https://5il.co/3cm61
4 months ago, Will Hosaflook
Good afternoon. This is a reminder that Friday, April 18, 2025, is an early dismissal day due to Faculty Senate. Students will be dismissed 3 hours early. All buses will arrive at their after-school stops 3 hours early. Thank you and have a wonderful evening.
4 months ago, Jackson County Schools
CES Families: Kindergarten screening for future Cottageville Elementary students is May 1st. If you or someone you know lives in the Cottageville district, please call the school at 304-372-7330 to schedule an appointment for your child. If your child is already enrolled in a Jackson County Schools PK or Collaborative PK, he or she does not need to schedule an appointment. We can't wait to meet our newest little scholars!
4 months ago, Emily Durst
