Duval PK-8

This is Joshua Barnett, principal of Duval PK-8. The Duval family has experienced the tragic loss of one of out students. Our throughs and heartfelt condolences go out to the students family and friends during this difficult time. We understand that this news may be challenging for many of our students to process. To support our school, the County Crisis Team will be available tomorrow at the Duval Fire Department beginning at 9am. Our school support team is also ready ti provide resources for parents and students that are affected by this loss. If you would like to attend but do not have transportation, please contact the school as soon as possible. We encourage parents and guardians to talk with their children about this loss and to reach out if they notice their child is struggling. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the school at 304-524-2101. Together, we will support one another through this difficult time, Thank you.

Good evening, This is a message from Duval PK-8. This is a reminder that the 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony will take place at the LCHS auditorium at 6pm, tomorrow 5/30/2025 . We will be practicing for 8th grade graduation tomorrow at LCHS with our 8th grade students from 9am-12pm. Thank you

Good afternoon, This is a message from Duval PK-8. All students need to make sure they bring their iPads, chargers, and blocks to school on Friday, 5/30/2025. iPad collection has already started, and we would like to remind parents how important it is for their students to turn in each of these items. Missing or damaged item costs: $325.00 iPad Gen 10 $150.00 iPad Gen 7 $20.00 Charging Adapter (block) $20.00 Charging Cable $50.00 Protective Case $10.00 Screen Protector

Good morning, Due to the weather forecast for both today and tomorrow, the previously scheduled field trip to Go Mart Ballpark to see the Dirty Birds has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience and we will try and do something fun for our students tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding.

We have been made aware of a mistake on the Camden park permission slip. The trip will be on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Money and permission slips are due no later than May 9. If any student needs help with the $10 fee, please send a note in to Ms Kennedi.

Get ready for a fun-filled evening! Our Family Night Book Fair is happening tonight from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Bring the whole family to explore a fantastic selection of books for all ages, enjoy some special activities, and share the love of reading together. It’s the perfect time to pick out your next great read and support our school at the same time! Also, our PTO meeting scheduled for tonight has been moved from Duval field to the school. Come join us & find out about all of our fun plans!

Good evening, This is a message from Duval PK-8. The final payments for the 8th grade trip are due tomorrow, 4/2/2025. Please see Mrs. Dean with your payment. Thank you, and have a good night.

Hello, We wanted to remind students and parents of a few rules and expectations that we have here at Duval PK-8. Energy drinks are not permitted on school property. Blankets are not permitted to be used at school due. Hats are not to be worn at school. This is a part of our school dress code, and needs to be followed. The only exceptions will be on dress up days or fundraisers. All dress code policies must be followed at all times. These expectations have been in place for numerous years at Duval PK-8, but over the last couple of weeks are often not being followed. This has led to a confiscation of drinks, blankets, and hats. Please do not allow your students to bring these items to school, and it could result in negative consequences. Thank you for your assistance in these matters!

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Due to impending weather and unavailable concessions, we are unfortunately going to have to postpone the dance(s) scheduled for Saturday. We will update you when we have a new date for the dance(s). We apologize for the inconvenience.

Good evening, This message is for 8th grade parents who participated in the Krispy Kreme fundraiser. Due to not being at school on Thursday and Friday, a check was not able to be prepared in time. As a result, the doughnuts will now be at the school for pick up on TUESDAY, February 11th after 12 o’clock. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Please remember that students cannot take these on the bus, so someone must come pick them up from the school. Thank you.

Duval PK-8 is a Kindness Certified School.

Good morning, This is a message from Duval PK-8. Afterschool events, including sporting events, have been cancelled for 1/31/2025 due to high water and flooding concerns. Thank you,

Good evening, This is an important message from Duval PK-8. Over the next week or so, students in middle school grades 6 through 8 will be taking the iReady Diagnostic Assessment for both Math and English. This assessment is completed three times per school year and is administered using an iPad. Please ensure your students are keeping their iPads charged and ready to go, so that they can be successful in completing this diagnostic assessment. Thank you, and have a good evening.

Good afternoon, this is a message from Duval PK-8. Hello, this message is for parents of 8th graders who participated in the Krispy Kreme fundraiser. Due to Krispy Kreme’s recent partnership with McDonald’s, the South Charleston location is extremely overwhelmed and they say they will be unable to fulfill an order of our size until January. We can keep and deposit your order form and money and let you know the new date for January, or we can return your order form and money and you can refundraise when the time comes. Please let us know which option you would like us to do by Friday November 22nd at noon. We are so sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Good evening, This is a message from Duval PK-8, please listen to the following message as it contains some important updates: Tomorrow, 11/15/2024, Duval PK-8 elementary students will be hosting a veterans day program. Veterans, please join us for this celebration. The program begins at 9:00am. Also, this is a reminder that the Krispy Kreme orders and money for the 8th grade trip fundraiser are due to Mrs. Dean tomorrow, 11/15/2024. Thank you, and have a great evening.

Good morning, This is a message from Duval PK-8. On November 20th, 2024, all 7th grade students will be taking a trip to Marshall University to attend a cyber safety presentation. Students will be on this trip from approximately 8:15am-2:30pm. We will be sending home opt-out forms if you do not wish for your student to attend. Thank you and have a great day.

Good evening, Duval's flex basketball practice is cancelled for tomorrow, 10/29/2024. Thank you,

This is a reminder that Tomorrow, 10/14/2024, is a professional learning day for staff, therefore students do not report. We are excited to welcome our students back on Tuesday 10/15/2024. Thank you, and have a good evening.

Please see attachment for information about our upcoming Trunk or Treat!