Duval PK-8

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!

Please see attachment for information about our candy contest!

Good afternoon, This is a message from Duval PK through 8. Recently, we have had parents passing others in the pick up and drop off line. Administration has spoken to some of these parents directly, but wanted to put out a message to all parents to please avoid passing others in the pickup and drop off line, as it is a danger to student safety. Student safety is a top priority at Duval PK through 8, and we please ask that we follow the rules mentioned in this message. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the school and speak with an administrator. Thank you and have a good evening.

Homecoming dance information for 6-8 grade students. Dress up days will be announced at a later date.

Good morning, This is Joshua Barnett, Principal at Duval PK8. It was recently reported that a social media post had been created that may have been viewed as a potential threat to Duval PK8. I wanted to call and inform parents that the situation was investigated and has been dealt with. All students at Duval PK8 are safe and secure. School safety at Duval PK8 is a priority, and we are dedicated to providing a safe environment for our students. Thank you, and have a great day.

Join us for the first home football game of the year! Come out and support the Duval Yellowjackets as they take on Sherman tonight at 6:30pm.

Good evening, This is a message from Duval PK-8. Please join us tomorrow, 09/04/24, at the football field in Griffithsville for Duval's first PTO meeting of the year. The meeting will take place at 5:00pm. Please support our school and community by becoming a volunteer, joining the PTO, or offering to assist in all of the great things Duval has planned for this year. Thank you, and have a great evening.

Hello, this is Duval PK8 with a reminder. Tomorrow, 09/03/2024, is picture day for Duval PK8 students. Thank you, and have a good evening.

Michele Blatt, the West Virginia State Superintendent of Schools, has announced a new partnership with the Cook Center for Human Connection, a nonprofit foundation that is focused on eradicating suicide and providing the premier mental health programs and resources across the country to educate, empower and engage parents that will better support the emotional wellness of our students. As a result, Parentquidance.org will now be available to all staff + parents FREE of charge. Parentquidance.org offers: Parent and Staff Cognitive Coaching Each caregiver or staff member receives weekly facetime video calls for 20-30 minutes and they can text their coach 24/7. Behavioral trained coaches can provide immediate support to help staff and families navigate the ups and downs of parenting with confidence. Parent coaching services from ParentGuidance.org are confidential, private and HIPPA protected 70 courses that cover topics such as anxiety & depression, ADHD, bullying, grief & loss, suicide prevention, self-harm, trauma, disabilities, and social media’s impact on a child’s mental health and more… Steps to activate your coaching account Go to - https://parentguidance.org Click on Parent Coaching at the top Click on the Get Started tab Choose WV option and hit next Choose your child's county and hit next Choose you child's school and hit register Fill out the account information and hit create account Once you have registered, schedule your 1st coaching session. If you need additional information, please contact David Lee at - david.lee@cookcenter.org

We are pleased to inform you that students who took the West Virginia General Summative Assessment in spring 2024 have received an email at their K12 student email account containing an access code and link to the online Family Portal where you can see your child’s 2024 assessment results. Also, in the email, you will find a link to an individual student video score report. Please have your child check his or her student email account for this information. You can log in to the Family Portal to see your student’s WVGSA results by clicking on the Family Portal link provided in the email. On the login page, enter the access code, your student’s date of birth, and his or her first name. To access the video score report customized specifically for your child, simply click on the link and enter your child’s date of birth. Be sure to check out the links to resources that also are provided. If you have any difficulty accessing the Family Portal or the video score report, please contact your child’s school for assistance. To access the video score report customized specifically for your child, simply click on the link and enter your child’s date of birth. Be sure to check out the links to resources that also are provided. If you have any difficulty accessing the Family Portal or the video score report, please contact your child’s school for assistance.

Good evening, This message is to remind students that their Yellowjacket Time forms are due by Wednesday, 8/28/24. These forms were distributed on Monday and will be used as a tool to help place students into clubs. Thank you, Duval PK8 Administration

Dear Duval Students and Families, I hope you each had a restful and enjoyable summer! As we embark on the 2024-2025 school year, I’m excited to welcome you back to another year of learning, growth, and community here at Duval PK8. This year is especially meaningful to me as it will be my first full year serving as your principal. Since joining Duval in January, I’ve had the privilege of seeing firsthand the dedication and pride that our students, families, teachers, and staff bring to our school. I’m grateful to be a part of this incredible community. Our assistant principal, Mrs. Cassie Stone, and I are looking forward to building on the successes of last year. We are fortunate to have such a strong team of teachers and staff who are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment for every student. As we start this new school year, I want to emphasize the importance of working together—students, families, and staff alike. Your involvement and support play a crucial role in making Duval PK8 a great place for our children to learn and grow. Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. Together, we’ll make this school year one filled with memorable experiences, academic achievement, and growth. Let’s make it a great year! Thank you, Joshua Barnett Principal, Duval PK8

Join us for Open House! See attached.

Duval Pre K-8 is excited to offer an in-person afterschool learning experience that is interactive and engaging. We will provide opportunities for K– 8 students to engage in learning activities that address learning gaps in mathematics and reading. Contact Brandi McFann if you are interested – 304-524-2101 or brandielon.mcfann@k12.wv.us