Which Animal Is the Weirdest in the World? 🌎
7th-grade families, dive into our October Parent Involvement Activity! Read about 5 of the world's most unique sea and land creatures-from the 6-foot Chinese giant salamander to the furry Yeti crab, the subterranean Almiqui, the famous Blobfish, and the giant Coconut crab! After reading, put your knowledge to the test and view these unbelievable animals together in our fun interactive activity! View all the details online at https://aptg.co/tkSJS9.
about 24 hours ago, Wirt County Middle School
7th Grade Parent Involvement Activity poster featuring a blue spotted pufferfish, the Wirt County Middle School tiger logo, and text that reads: "7th Grade Parent Involvement Activity, Due 10.30.26".
Check your student’s backpack today for our October Parent Involvement letter! If you carve pumpkins with your family this month, don't throw away those seeds-use them to complete activities and earn LiveSchool points!

The first pumpkin seed activity your student completes earns 10 LiveSchool points. Any additional activity completed earns 5 extra points! View activity ideas online here: https://bit.ly/WCMS2627-PI-Oct

All submissions are due by October 30th to Mrs. Good or Ms. Harris.
2 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
October Schoolwide Parent Involvement graphic featuring pumpkins and the Wirt County Middle School logo. Text reads: October Schoolwide Parent Involvement, Due 10.30.26.
WCMS Weekly Update!

LiveSchool Target Behavior of the Week: Volunteering

Parent Involvement:
💯 Check your student's grades on Schoology! The end of the first nine weeks is October 13th.

Student Activities:
⭐️ Check out the requirements for the second nine weeks reward activity!
3 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Weekly Events graphic. Monday: Volleyball @ Tyler Consolidated. Tuesday: Golf LKC Championship; Volleyball Home vs. Calhoun (8th Grade Night). Wednesday: Golf County Championship (Golf Club of WV). Thursday: Football @ Tyler; Cross Country @ LKC (North Bend); Volleyball v. Gilmer. Friday: [No events listed]. Saturday: Volleyball LKC Tournament (WCMS and WCHS Gyms); Cross Country Wetlands Invitational. Note at bottom: The 1st nine weeks ends on October 13th! Check for missing assignments!
Lunch Menu graphic. Monday: Breaded Chicken Leg, Cheesy Potatoes, Baked Beans, Biscuit/Butter/Jelly, Milk. Tuesday: Cheesy Bacon Eggs, Sausage Links, Belgium Waffle, Hashbrown, Milk. Wednesday: Stuffed Crust Pizza, Sweet Corn/Cookie, Strawberries, Milk. Thursday: Meatballs & Sauce, Mac & Cheese, Cheesy Broccoli, Banana, Milk. Friday: Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Cottage Cheese, Roll/Butter, Milk.
Wirt County Middle School graphic titled "LiveSchool Target Behavior" featuring an icon of hands raised inside a blue square next to the word "VOLUNTEERING".
Graphic titled "COMING SOON! 2ND NINE WEEKS REWARD" next to a red curtain backdrop. 2nd Nine Weeks Requirements to Participate are: 3 or less warnings (Oct. 13th - Dec. 11th); 0 Unexcused Absences; 60 LiveSchool points earned in the 2nd nine weeks; No ISS/OSS. Note: Students may buy back an unlimited amount of warnings during the 2nd nine weeks to qualify for the reward. Warning buybacks are 40 LiveSchool points.

Game Day Reminder: Homecoming Food Drive Today! 🧡🖤

Heading to tonight’s Homecoming game? Don't forget to bring a few non-perishable items to help support our students! Communities In Schools will be collecting donations for our local school food pantries.

  • When: Tonight! Collection runs from 1 hour before kickoff through halftime

  • Where: Wilson-Eismon Field (we will be near the gate)

  • Requested Items: Shelf-stable foods (canned goods, boxed meals, non-perishable snacks, etc.)

Every donation stays right here in our community to support Wirt County students!

5 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Wirt County High School Homecoming Game Food Drive flyer featuring WCHS Tigers vs. Webster County Highlanders at Wilson-Eismon Field on October 2nd, starting 1 hour before kickoff until halftime. Sponsored by Communities In Schools to collect shelf-stable foods for local school food pantries. Together We Can Make a Difference!
It may be raining tomorrow during the parade! Please have your student dress appropriately and they are welcome to bring umbrellas. We will plan to walk to the parade unless it is an absolute downpour.
6 days ago, Gayle Hickman
Wirt County Middle School Homecoming Day Reminders!

Homecoming is almost here! Please review these important details and schedule reminders for Friday, October 2nd.

⏰ Schedule & Sign-Outs
• Fall Fest: 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM
• Lunch: Begins at 12:15 PM
• Early Sign-Out: Please do not sign students out prior to 12:00 PM for afternoon homecoming activities.

📝 Action Required by Thursday (10/1/26)
• Pick-Up Permission: Send a written note to the school by Thursday for any special pick-up permissions.
• Parade Opt-Out: Send a written note to the school by Thursday if you do NOT want your student to attend the parade.

🍬 Parade Reminders
• Candy Bag: Students need to bring a bag to hold their candy.
• Weather: Be prepared and dress for potential rain!
• Logistics: We will walk uptown to watch the parade and return by the end of the day for normal bus departure and parent pick-up.

Please contact WCMS at 304-275-3977 with any questions or notes for students.
7 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
An orange, black, and white Wirt County Middle School Tigers infographic titled "Homecoming Reminders." The graphic is decorated with tiger mascot illustrations, fall leaves, orange bunting, and visual icons (a clock, clipboard, envelope, candy bag, umbrella, and school bus). Information is organized into three distinct color-coded sections: "Important Schedule & Sign-Out," "Action Required (by Thursday)," and "Homecoming Parade Details.

Reminder: Only 3 Days Until the Homecoming Food Drive! 🧡🖤

Heading to the Homecoming game this Friday, October 2nd? Don't forget to pack a few items to help support our students! Communities In Schools will be collecting donations for our local school food pantries.

Date: Friday, October 2nd

Collection Time: 1 hour before kickoff through halftime

Requested Items: Shelf-stable foods (canned goods, boxed meals, non-perishable snacks, etc.)

Every donation stays right here in our community to help feed Wirt County students. Thank you for your support!

8 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Wirt County High School Homecoming Game Food Drive flyer featuring WCHS Tigers vs. Webster County Highlanders at Wilson-Eismon Field on October 2nd, starting 1 hour before kickoff until halftime. Sponsored by Communities In Schools to collect shelf-stable foods for local school food pantries. Together We Can Make a Difference!
WCMS - If someone other than a parent is signing a child out for the homecoming parade, we must have a note by THURSDAY. Please send all notes to the office as early as possible this week.
9 days ago, Gayle Hickman
WCMS Weekly Update!

LiveSchool Target Behavior of the Week: Being an Upstander

Parent Involvement Activity:
📈 Students will be bringing home their PBIS data tracker this week along with a parent involvement letter. Please complete the activity, sign it, and return it by Sept. 30th for your child to receive 5 LiveSchool points.

Student Activities:
🏈 Homecoming Week is here! Have your student join in on the fun by participating in spirit days. The week will wrap up with a CIS Food Drive during the WCHS Homecoming Game on Oct. 2nd.
🍁 Fall Fest is this Friday! Students must earn 45 LiveSchool points by Sept. 30 to participate.

10 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Weekly Events schedule graphic. Text reads: Header: Weekly Events Monday: No events listed. Tuesday: LSIC at 2:00 p.m.; Volleyball Home vs. Ritchie. Wednesday: Blues in Schools Program at 1:45 p.m.; Golf at Pleasants County/Warren (St. Marys); Volleyball at Gilmer. Thursday: Football vs. Gilmer. Friday: Fall Fest (10:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.); Homecoming Parade. Saturday: VB at Tyler Tournament; Cross Country at North Bend; Highland Cow Photo Fundraiser at WCMS. Graphics include line illustrations of sports equipment, a cheerleader, a runner, and musical notes.
School Lunch Menu graphic. Text reads: Header: LUNCH MENU Monday: Beef Soft Taco, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Taco Beans, Doritos, Salsa/Sour Cream, Banana, Salad Bar, Milk Tuesday: All Beef Hot Dogs, Homemade Sauce, Tater Tots, Mandarin Oranges, Salad Bar, Milk Wednesday: Pepperoni Pizza Ripper, Sweet Corn/Cookie, Cheesy Broccoli, Salad Bar, Milk Thursday: Chicken Chunks, Mac & Cheese, Cheesy Broccoli, Banana, Milk Friday: Grab and Go Sack Lunch
Graphic titled "LiveSchool Target Behavior" for Wirt County Middle School. Header: Wirt County Middle School - LiveSchool Target Behavior Main Text: BEING AN UPSTANDER Visual: An icon inside a blue box featuring silhouettes of raised hands.
Graphic showing three data graphs above a text box. Text reads: "Take home a copy of your data tracker and have your parent/guardian sign the parent involvement letter. Return it by September 30th for 5 LiveSchool points!"
Graphic for WCMS Homecoming Spirit Week, Sept. 28 - Oct. 2. Text reads: Mon, Sept. 28: Pajama Day - Wear the most comfortable & school appropriate sleepwear to class Tue, Sept. 29: Country vs. Country Club - Pick your vibe—Western denim and flannel, or preppy polos and tennis skirts Wed, Sept. 30: Four Seasons - 5th Grade: Flannel Force (Fall); 6th Grade: Superstorm Squad (Spring); 7th Grade: Sunburst Shockwave (Summer); 8th Grade: Winter Warriors (Winter) Thu, Oct. 1: White Tiger Gear - Rep your WCMS pride in official White Tiger apparel or mascot gear Fri, Oct. 2: Orange & Black - Show ultimate Wirt Co. spirit by wearing all the orange and black you can
Split-screen graphic for 1st Nine Weeks Reward Fall Fest. Left side: Photo of elementary students sitting together outside at picnic tables, smiling and celebrating. Right side (Text reads): 1st Nine Weeks Reward - Fall Fest. October 2nd, 2026. Students must earn at least 45 LiveSchool points by September 30th to participate.
Graphic for Wirt County High School Homecoming Game Food Drive. Text reads: Header: Wirt County High School Homecoming Game Food Drive Matchup: WCHS Tigers vs. Webster County Highlanders at Wilson - Eismon Field Date & Time: October 2nd, 1 hour before kick off until halftime Details: Communities In Schools is sponsoring this food drive. Bring shelf-stable foods to help fill our school's food pantries! These food pantries help feed the students of Wirt County Schools. Together We Can Make a Difference!

Homecoming Spirit Week starts tomorrow! Here is the schedule for this week:

  • Monday, Sept. 28: Pajama Day

  • Tuesday, Sept. 29: Country vs. Country Club

  • Wednesday, Sept. 30: Four Seasons (5th Grade - Fall, 6th Grade - Spring, 7th Grade - Summer, 8th Grade - Winter)

  • Thursday, Oct. 1: White Tiger Gear

  • Friday, Oct. 2: Orange & Black

Show us your spirit all week! 🧡🖤

10 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Flyer for Wirt County Middle School Spirit Week (Sept. 28 – Oct. 2). Themes include: Monday, Sept. 28 (Pajama Day); Tuesday, Sept. 29 (Country vs. Country Club); Wednesday, Sept. 30 (Four Seasons: 5th Grade Fall, 6th Grade Spring, 7th Grade Summer, 8th Grade Winter); Thursday, Oct. 1 (White Tiger Gear); and Friday, Oct. 2 (Orange & Black).

Only 4 SPOTS LEFT!

Don't miss out on our Highland Cow Photo Fundraiser on October 3rd! Grab one of the final spots before they’re gone to get your photos taken with an adorable Highland cow while supporting our school.

Sign up now to reserve your spot online at https://bit.ly/4hz4go5. Payment is due to WCMS (cash or check) by September 30th. Questions? Contact WCMS by calling 304-275-3977.

*In the unlikely event that the Highland calf is unable to be present, we will make every effort to have another lovable animal available for photos.

12 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Fall Family Photos
It is time for our first LSIC meeting of the year! All are welcome to join our LSIC! See you on Tuesday, September 29 at 2:00PM.
13 days ago, Gayle Hickman
LSIC Meeting notice
Each year we share our strategic plan online for our stakeholders to see. This is a collection of our goals and plans for the year. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Mrs. Hickman at hickmang@boe.wirt.k12.wv.us.
13 days ago, Gayle Hickman
Screenshot 1
strategic plan 2
strategic plan 3

Together We Can Make a Difference! 🧡🖤

Heading to the Homecoming game on October 2nd? Join Communities In Schools in supporting our students by bringing donations for our local school food pantries!

Date: Friday, October 2nd
Collection Time: 1 hour before kickoff through halftime.
Requested Items: Shelf-stable foods (canned goods, boxed meals, non-perishable snacks, etc.)

Every donation stays right here in our community to help feed Wirt County students. Thank you for your support!

14 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Wirt County High School Homecoming Game Food Drive flyer featuring WCHS Tigers vs. Webster County Highlanders at Wilson-Eismon Field on October 2nd, starting 1 hour before kickoff until halftime. Sponsored by Communities In Schools to collect shelf-stable foods for local school food pantries. Together We Can Make a Difference!
WCMS - Our home volleyball game against Gilmer for today, Sept 21 will be canceled. It has been rescheduled for October 8.
16 days ago, Gayle Hickman
Wirt County Schools will be closed today, September 21st. This will be an AIT day. School offices and the board office will be closed.
16 days ago, John McKown
Wirt County Schools will be on a 3 hour delay today, September 21 due to flooding.
16 days ago, John McKown

WCMS Weekly Update!

LiveSchool Target Behavior of the Week: Trying Your Best

Parent Involvement Activity:
📈 Students will be bringing home their PBIS data tracker this week along with a parent involvement letter. Please complete the activity, sign it, and return it by Sept. 30th for your child to receive 5 LiveSchool points.

Student Activities:
🍁 Fall Fest is coming soon! Students must earn 45 LiveSchool points to participate.

🏈 Homecoming Week is next week! Get ready by reviewing the Spirit Days with your student.

17 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
"Weekly events schedule listing Monday: Volleyball home vs. Gilmer; Tuesday: Volleyball at Parkersburg Catholic; Wednesday: Golf at Woodridge; Thursday: Golf at Oxbow, Volleyball at Doddridge, Football at New Martinsville; Friday: no events listed; Saturday: Cross Country at Ripley, Volleyball at Calhoun."
"Weekly school lunch menu. Monday: Fried Chicken, Cheesy Potatoes, Baked Beans, Salad Bar, Milk. Tuesday: Sloppy Joes, Potato Wedges, Sliced Peaches, Salad Bar, Milk. Wednesday: Pepperoni Wedge Pizza, Sweet Corn, Cookie, Cheesy Broccoli, Salad Bar, Milk. Thursday: Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Tomato, Pickle, Tater Tots, Sliced Pears, Salad Bar, Milk. Friday: Chicken Pot Pie, Mixed Veggies, Mashed Potatoes, Bread Slice, Salad Bar, Milk."
"Wirt County Middle School LiveSchool Target Behavior announcement featuring a blue icon of raised hands next to the text 'TRYING YOUR BEST'."
"WCMS Homecoming Spirit Week schedule for Sept. 28 to Oct. 2. Monday, Sept. 28: Pajama Day (wear comfortable, school-appropriate sleepwear). Tuesday, Sept. 29: Country vs. Country Club (western denim/flannel or preppy polos/tennis skirts). Wednesday, Sept. 30: Four Seasons (5th grade: Flannel Force Fall, 6th grade: Superstorm Squad Spring, 7th grade: Sunburst Shockwave Summer, 8th grade: Winter Warriors). Thursday, Oct. 1: White Tiger Gear (wear official White Tiger apparel or mascot gear). Friday, Oct. 2: Orange & Black (wear all the orange and black you can)."
"1st Nine Weeks Reward Fall Fest announcement scheduled for October 2nd, 2026. Left side shows a photo of students gathered outdoors at tables doing activities. Right side text reads: 'Students must earn at least 45 LiveSchool points by September 30th to participate.'"
"Student PBIS Data Tracker worksheet featuring three example progress graphs titled Absences, Warnings per week, and LiveSchool points. Text below reads: 'Take home a copy of your data tracker and have your parent/guardian sign the parent involvement letter. Return it by September 30th for 5 LiveSchool points!
Get ready, Tigers - Homecoming Spirit Week is just around the corner, and it's time to show off that Wirt County pride!

Monday, Sept. 28 - Pajama Day
Tuesday, Sept. 29 - Country vs. Country Club
Wednesday, Sept. 30 - Four Seasons (5th - Fall, 6th - Spring, 7th - Summer, 8th - Winter)
Thursday, Oct. 1 - White Tiger Gear
Friday, Oct. 2 - Orange & Black
19 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Flyer for Wirt County Middle School Spirit Week (Sept. 28 – Oct. 2). Themes include: Monday, Sept. 28 (Pajama Day); Tuesday, Sept. 29 (Country vs. Country Club); Wednesday, Sept. 30 (Four Seasons: 5th Grade Fall, 6th Grade Spring, 7th Grade Summer, 8th Grade Winter); Thursday, Oct. 1 (White Tiger Gear); and Friday, Oct. 2 (Orange & Black).
Fall Family Photo Fundraiser - Featuring a Highland Calf!

Capture your family’s memories with a fluffy photo partner and support Wirt County Middle School. Spots are limited to one family per 10-minute time slot, so grab yours before they fill up!

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Wirt County Middle School (Front Lawn)
Duration: 10-minute sessions (1 family per slot)

Photo Packages
Option 1 - $20: 10 minutes of photo time with the Highland calf. Snap as many pictures as you like using your own personal camera or phone.
Option 2 - $30: 10 minutes of photo time with the Highland calf. Includes 5 digital photos plus permission to take your own personal camera shots.

Reserve your time slot today: https://bit.ly/4hz4go5. Payment is due to WCMS (cash or check) by September 30th.

Questions? Contact WCMS by calling 304-275-3977.

*In the unlikely event that the Highland calf is unable to be present, we will make every effort to have another lovable animal available for photos.
20 days ago, Wirt County Middle School
Fall Family Photos