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The WV Board of Education has declared a State of Emergency in Roane County Schools. You can view the entire segment (starts approximately at the 55 minute mark) using the following link.

https://www.youtube.com/live/iDWQ9OO4Gp8?si=DzIhWYx22T7-6Vww&t=5

Congratulations to Boone Blackshire and Hallee Keen-Smith from Geary Elementary Middle School! These students were selected in a random drawing to receive pool passes for their consistent participation in Roane County Schools’ Moving in May initiative. 🏃‍♀️

A heartfelt thank you to the City of Spencer for generously donating the pool passes and supporting healthy habits in our community!

It's time to SOAR! Roane County School's Summer SOAR program starts Tuesday! If your child is registered to attend, our SOAR team will call each family on Monday, July 7, to confirm transportation and program details.

Request for Proposals - Work-Based Learning System Roane County Schools is seeking proposals and quotations from qualified vendors to provide a work-based learning system for Roane County High School as part of an effort to support successful transition of students with special needs to careers and post-secondary education. For more information, see the RFP document here - https://5il.co/3kbxn

As part of our efforts to solicit feedback from all stakeholders, we are seeking input on any revisions or updates that may be necessary for the County Strategic Plan. Those interested in providing feedback can do so here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNarIo-Gd-oU1KgTEXidR6KaBUNjNZOTBLMTI0M0lZUzMwNzVRMFo2TkJEWC4u

📚✨ Math minds in motion at WVDE's Unite with Numeracy Communities of Practice! Our team of dedicated teachers and school leaders came together today to dive deep into effective math instruction strategies. We're building stronger classrooms—one number at a time. #UniteWithNumeracy #MathMatters #ProfessionalLearning #WVDE #CommunitiesOfPractice #EmpowerEducators

Spaces Remain for our K-2 Summer SOAR Program! Please register by Friday, June 13 to ensure bus transportation. Call 304.927.6400 to register!

Preschool Registration Still Open! If you haven't registered your child for Roane County PK, it's not too late! Call us at (304) 927-6400 or (304) 927-6402 for more information. Your child must be four years old on or before July 1, 2025, to attend.

🎉 We Want to Hear from YOU! 🎉 Roane County Schools Title I is committed to partnering with families to help every student succeed — and your voice matters! 📢 It's time for our Annual Family Engagement Survey! This survey is a powerful way to share your thoughts, suggestions, and experiences — and help us make our schools even better for your child. ✅ Please complete one survey for EACH child enrolled in Roane County Schools. 📅 Deadline: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM 🔗 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNarIo-Gd-oU1KgTEXidR6KaBUOEtSTkY5WEROUFU3TE5ZRzVUUFJaR1RGUC4u Thank you for helping shape a stronger future for our students and schools by providing feedback!

TEACHER AND SCHOOL SERVICE PERSON OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Geary 1st Grade Teacher Jackie Higginbotham and Spencer Middle Custodian Toney Deel on being named this year's Roane County Teacher and School Service Person of the Year! Dr. Duncan surprised each of the winners at school today.

Request for Proposals - Summer Reading Program with Parent Engagement Platform Roane County Schools is seeking proposals and quotations from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive summer reading program for students. The program should include delivery of student-selected books and a digital platform that promotes and tracks parent engagement. The digital platform must provide real-time access for administrators and educators to monitor participation and engagement metrics. For more information, see the RFP document here - https://5il.co/3exum

Request for Proposals - Virtual Reality Headsets with Experiences Roane County Schools is seeking proposals and quotations from qualified vendors to provide a virtual reality (VR) headsets for students. The VR headsets will need to come with a variety worldly experiences and multiple educational topics for the students to provide for a well-rounded educational experience that children may not otherwise receive. For more information, see the RFP document here - https://5il.co/3exul UPDATE 5/9/2025 - Questions and answers about this RFP can be found here - https://5il.co/3fpic

Notice of Intent to Submit an Application for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant for the 2025-2026 School Year Per the application guidelines, Roane County Schools is informing the community of our intention to apply for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant. If awarded this grant, we will be providing summer programming in the summer of 2026, and extended after school programming in the 2025-26 school year. This programs will be focused on improving literacy and numeracy in grades K through 3 as well as provide assistance to students and families experiencing homelessness and/or living in foster care. For questions or comments please contact Assistant Superintendent Michelle Stellato at (304) 927-6400.

The dentist is coming to Roane County High School! Smile WV, the mobile dentist, will be at your school on May 2nd. Utilizing the mobile dentist saves time and money. The mobile dentist is equipped to complete all exams and provide preventative care, as well as many needed treatments. No need to miss school or work. To sign up your student for a visit, please follow the link below. Enrollment forms are also available at your child’s school. https://www.myschooldentist.com/Default.aspx

Congratulations to our 2024-25 School-level Teachers and School Service Personnel of the Year!

Friday, April 18, 2025, is a scheduled professional learning day for staff, so there is no school for students. Professional learning days count toward the 180 instructional days required under WV state law. The law also says these days cannot be used to reschedule missed days of school.

Did you miss PreK registration last week? Call the Roane County Board of Education to obtain a registration packet for your child. 304.927.6400

The Roane County Board of Education is currently seeking quotations for counseling services in its alternative education program. Bids are due to be opened on Tuesday, March 8, 2025, at 4 pm LPT. For more details and device quantities, see the RFQ document - https://5il.co/3ck1u

Next Friday, April 11 is Preschool Registration Day at the Spencer Armory! Please call the Roane County Board of Education at 304.927.6400 to schedule an appointment and obtain the registration packet.