HEARING and SPEECH/LANGUAGE SCREENING TO BE

CONDUCTED IN SCHOOLS

The Wetzel County Schools Special Education Department will conduct hearing and speech/language screenings during the 2026-2027 school year. Screening will be provided for students enrolled in Wetzel County Universal Pre-K and kindergarten when previous screening results are unavailable. In addition, screenings will be conducted for students referred by parents or teachers, students entering a West Virginia school for the first time, and students who did not pass a previous screening.

The purpose of these screenings is to identify possible hearing and/or speech-language concerns at an early stage so that appropriate support can be provided. Difficulties in these areas may negatively affect a child's communication, learning, and academic progress.

Parents will be notified only if their child does not pass the screening. If additional evaluation is recommended, parents will receive screening results and recommendations within 30 days.

Hearing Screening

Hearing screening will consist of a pure-tone hearing test designed to assess auditory acuity. During the screening, students will listen to sounds at three different frequencies in each ear and respond when they hear the tone.

Speech/Language Screening

Speech/language screening may include activities such as naming pictures, following directions, and answering simple questions to assess communication skills.

Parents who do not wish for their child to participate in hearing and speech/language screenings during the 2026-2027 school year must submit a written objection within 10 days of this notice to:

Michelle Hogan
Director of Special Education
Wetzel County Schools
333 Foundry Street
New Martinsville, WV 26155

We’re Hiring at Wetzel County Schools! Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference? Join our team and help shape the future through public education! If you have any questions about our current openings, please give us a call at 304-455-2441. Come be a part of something bigger. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Wetzel County Schools family!

Tonight at our Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of recognizing the outstanding FFA students from Magnolia High School and Valley High School for their incredible achievements at the state level. Their hard work, dedication, and leadership continue to make our schools and communities proud. Congratulations to each of these amazing students—we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! This is what public education is all about: providing opportunities for students to learn, lead, and succeed. #ILoveWVPublicSchools #FFA

Public schools are where opportunity comes to life. They provide students with the chance to discover their talents, explore their passions, and achieve things they never thought possible.
The Drive and Dine Coyotes from Wetzel County Technical Education Center won the 2025 Culineering Challenge!
From the classroom to competitions across the state, West Virginia public schools help students discover their potential and prepare for the future

Below is important information regarding Pre-K and Kindergarten.
If you have a child entering Pre-K or Kindergarten, please take a moment to review the information below carefully. It includes important details to help ensure your child is ready for a successful start to the school year.
If you have any questions, please contact your child's school. We can't wait to welcome our newest learners to Wetzel County Schools!

2026 WVFFA Sweepstakes Champions!!! Magnolia FFA! Magnolia FFA Chapter as a whole finished the 2025-2026 year as the OVERALL state champions of WVFFA competitive events! Their members accomplished this by winning 5 total team state titles on the year while also having 5 other teams finish as 2nd place state runners up. Congratulations, blue eagles!

This school year, Wetzel County Schools is proud to provide ALL school supplies for our students, along with FREE breakfast, lunch, and supper! We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed without added financial burdens on families. These programs are possible because our community continues to support and invest in public education. Public schools are where the heart is, and we are so thankful for the incredible heart and support found throughout Wetzel County. #ILoveWestVirginiaPublicSchools Together, we inspire minds, achieve goals, and succeed together.

Our mission is clear: to celebrate, strengthen, and advocate for West Virginia's public schools.

Public schools provide our students with countless opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Through the I Love West Virginia Public Schools campaign, we will showcase the incredible work happening in our classrooms every day, recognize the dedication of our outstanding educators and staff, and celebrate the achievements of our amazing students.

Together, we are building brighter futures, strengthening our communities, and reminding everyone why West Virginia's public schools are something to be proud of.

Together We Inspire Minds, Achieve Goals, and Succeed Together.

Students at New Martinsville School are wrapping up Summer Boost with lots of smiles, friendships, and a magical bubble party! These students worked so hard all summer long, continuing to learn and grow while making wonderful memories with their friends. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and hope they have an amazing rest of their summer!

Our ESY students at New Martinsville School have been busy learning and creating! Students spent time strengthening their reading and math skills while also making festive Fourth of July T-shirts. They also worked on developing their fine motor skills through fun, hands-on activities that encouraged creativity and independence.

Parents, guardians, students, and community members,

We're excited to share our 2026–2027 Important Dates & Information Sheet! Designed with a clean, modern layout, this new resource makes it easier than ever to find the dates and information you need throughout the school year. The guide is organized into sections for quick and convenient reference.

Printed copies will also be available at all of our Back-to-School Bashes, so be sure to pick one up!

We look forward to another outstanding school year as we continue to inspire minds, achieve goals, and succeed together at Wetzel County Schools.

Holiday Office Hours Reminder

New Martinsville School staff members recently had the opportunity to attend the Model Schools Conference 2026, where they joined educators from across the country to learn, reflect, and bring back innovative strategies to support student success. Throughout the conference, NMS staff members participated in sessions focused on strengthening instruction, improving school culture, increasing student engagement, and supporting the needs of all learners. The experience provided staff with new ideas, practical tools, and a renewed passion for the important work happening every day at New Martinsville School. “Our staff is always looking for ways to grow and improve for our students,” said Stacey Walton, Principal of New Martinsville School. “The Model Schools Conference gave us the chance to learn from others, reflect on our own practices, and return with fresh energy and strategies that will directly benefit our students and school community.” In addition to professional learning, NMS staff also used their break time during the conference to complete a service project. Staff members packed back-to-school pencil pouches for students, helping ensure they have supplies ready for the upcoming school year. This act of service reflects the heart of New Martinsville School—learning together, serving together, and always keeping students at the center of the work. New Martinsville School is excited to bring these new strategies, ideas, and renewed enthusiasm back to the classrooms and hallways of NMS as staff continue working together to help every Eagle soar.

🌞 Extreme Heat Safety Reminder 🌞 With extreme heat moving into our area, it’s important to take extra precautions to keep everyone safe. Let’s all do our part to stay safe and look out for one another during this heat wave. Stay cool, Wetzel County!

Our Hornets are picking up right where they left off during ESY and Summer Boost! Students at Hundred Heritage are continuing to build important foundational skills by practicing their letters, shapes, colors, and math. It’s wonderful to see their hard work, determination, and enthusiasm for learning continue throughout the summer.

Students at Paden City Elementary are practicing their shapes, colors, and counting while working together and encouraging one another.

Summer Boost at New Martinsville School! Our upcoming first graders have been hard at work during Summer Boost! Students practiced identifying and ordering upper- and lowercase letters, as well as numbers 0–9 in both ascending and descending order. They also enjoyed reading The Sandwich Swap, where they discussed vocabulary, cause and effect, and the consequences of our actions. Learning is even more fun when it includes great conversations and opportunities to grow together!

Attention Students, Parents, and Guardians:

Attached is an updated flyer regarding the WVSSAC Athletic Transfer Rule. Please take a few moments to review the information, especially if your student participates in athletics or may be affected by a school transfer.

If you have any questions, please contact your school administration or athletic department for additional information.

Students at Hundred Heritage are making the most of their summer learning! During ESY and Summer Boost, students have been hard at work strengthening their math skills while also exploring their creativity in the Makerspace. Through hands-on activities, problem-solving, and imaginative projects, they are building confidence, learning new skills, and having fun along the way!

Students at Hundred Heritage are having a fun and engaging ESY experience! They have been sharpening their math skills by counting money while also using their curiosity and critical thinking skills to investigate the legend of Bigfoot. Learning comes alive when students can explore, discover, and have fun at the same time!