READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY

Today our Tigers kicked off National Read Across America Day in the best way possible… with CRAZY SOCKS! 🧦

And just look at Ms. Taberner’s amazing crazy socks. They came ready to celebrate reading in style! Remember, this is only the beginning of our Reading Spirit Week, and we can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun all week long!

Here’s what to wear each day:

TUESDAY – One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish 🐟
Wear a blue or red shirt!

WEDNESDAY – Wacky Wednesday 😜
Wear your wackiest mismatched outfit!

THURSDAY – If I Ran the Zoo 🐾
Wear something with an animal on it—or animal print!

FRIDAY – The Cat in the Hat 🎩
It’s Hat Day! Wear your favorite hat!

Keep the reading celebration going all week long and keep showing that Tiger spirit! 🐯
about 15 hours ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A group of students sitting in a circle on a carpeted floor with their legs stretched toward the center. Each student is wearing brightly colored or patterned socks as part of a crazy‑sock activity. The socks feature a variety of designs, including cartoon characters, animals, stripes, polka dots, food themes, and vibrant abstract patterns. Some students are wearing sneakers, slip‑on shoes, or Crocs, while others have removed their shoes to show their socks. Only the lower legs, feet, and partial torsos of the students are visible.

ROARY ANNOUNCES ATTENDANCE TIGER AWARD THIS WEEK!

Big congratulations to Mrs. Ellison’s 4th grade class for earning the privilege of having the Attendance Tiger, Roary, as a guest in their classroom this week! Their awesome attendance last week helped them rise to the top, and we’re so proud of their dedication to being here, learning, and staying Tiger strong. 🐅

And this week’s celebration comes with a bonus…

Since WCPC is also celebrating Reading Week, Mrs. Ellison’s class wanted to share their crazy socks with everyone! Way to go, 4th graders! Keep up the great work — and keep those socks wild! 🧦

Who will take the Tiger next week? Stay tuned! 👀

about 16 hours ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A graphic with a dark textured background featuring a cartoon tiger cub on the left side next to the text “Mrs. Ellison’s Class.” At the top, large white text reads “Look Who Has the Weekly Attendance Tiger!” On the right side is a photo showing a circle of students’ legs and feet extended toward the center. The students are wearing a variety of colorful and patterned socks, including stripes, animals, and bright designs, as part of a crazy socks activity for Reading Week.
BIG BOOK BLAST NEWS!

Congratulations! Journey Small is our EPIC Treasure Chest winner! What an exciting moment!🏆

A huge THANK YOU to every student and family who signed up and participated in our Book Blast Event. Your support is helping build home libraries and grow a love of reading right here at our school. We couldn’t have done this without you! 📚❤️
about 17 hours ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A child is seated on the floor in front of a wall painted with a large orange tiger graphic. The child is surrounded by an assortment of prizes arranged in a semicircle. Visible items include a round “Reading Nook” pop‑up tent package, a plastic treasure‑chest style toy box, a plush pizza‑slice pillow, a “Reading Pal” animal‑shaped reading cushion, a boxed inflatable glow chair, a “Silly Spy Cat” toy, a “Galaxy Gelly” set, a book light, a mini lava lamp, and other small prizes. The setting appears to be a school hallway with bright walls and tiled flooring.
FEBRUARY LIVESCHOOL RAFFLE WINNER!

A big WCPC congratulations goes to Zaccari Holbert, our February LiveSchool Raffle winner!

Zaccari saved up LiveSchool points and exchanged them for raffle tickets—and this month, the winning ticket was hers! She is taking home a Gem Art Diamond Painting kit, the perfect prize for a creative Tiger.

Want your child to join the fun? Encourage them to keep earning LiveSchool points and turning them into raffle tickets.

Your child might be the next lucky winner! 🎟️
about 20 hours ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A student standing indoors holding a boxed Gem Art Diamond Painting kit in front of the torso. The kit packaging is pastel‑colored with the words “Gem Art Kids Diamond Painting” visible. The student is wearing a blue hoodie, jeans, and sneakers. The classroom setting includes shelves with books and materials, a purple wall, and part of a digital display screen on the right side of the image.
COLORING CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

We’re excited to celebrate our FFA Coloring Contest winners at WCPC! 🎨

Congratulations to Sydnee Hall, Lachlen Sellers, and Roman Ghee for their outstanding artwork! As part of FFA Week, members of the Wirt County High School FFA visited the Primary Center to present these talented students with their award certificates and special watering can prizes. 🌾

A huge thank‑you to our WCHS FFA students for making this moment so special and for helping our Tigers learn more about the world of agriculture! 🌱
4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A group of older students wearing matching jackets with FFA emblems stand in a school hallway alongside three younger students holding certificates and light‑colored plastic watering cans. The group is standing in front of a large wall display featuring a tiger illustration and the words “A Tiger Is Goal Oriented, Engaged, Respectful.” The setting includes brightly painted blue walls, a bulletin board on the right, and a hallway entrance on the left. Everyone is standing in a line facing the camera while the three younger students display their awards.
SPECIAL AWARD FOR A SPECIAL STAFF MEMBER!

Today at WCPC, Carla Brown and Jessica Arthur had the honor of presenting Annette Easton with the Outstanding Service for Special Education Students' Award. This meaningful award is given in memory of Nancy Ellen Thomas, who served Wirt County Schools with dedication from 1999 to 2021.

Annette’s name has been added to the plaque alongside previous recipients, recognizing her exceptional commitment to supporting students and ensuring they receive the care, encouragement, and opportunities they deserve.

Please join us in congratulating Annette for this well‑earned recognition and in celebrating the continued legacy of service inspired by Nancy Ellen Thomas.
4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Carla Brown and Annette Easton standing in front of a bright blue painted brick wall. One holds a wooden recognition plaque with engraved nameplates while the other stands beside. On the wall behind them are classroom posters and award certificates. Both individuals are centered and facing the camera.
A close‑up image of a wooden recognition plaque. The top plate reads: “To Recognize Outstanding Service for Special Education Students in Memory of Nancy Ellen Thomas, Wirt County Schools 1999–2021.” Below it are engraved nameplates for the award recipients: “2023 Stacy Wager,” “2024 Debra Dye,” and “2025 Annette Easton,” with several blank spaces remaining for future honorees.
Jessica Arthur and Annette Easton standing in front of a bright blue painted brick wall. One holds a wooden recognition plaque with engraved nameplates while the other stands beside. On the wall behind them are classroom posters and award certificates. Both individuals are centered and facing the camera.
SPECIAL SURPRISE FOR MRS ARTHUR'S CLASS!

Mrs. Arthur’s Pre‑K class had some exciting visitors yesterday! As part of FFA Week, students from Wirt County High School stopped by to be special guest readers.

Our Pre‑K students enjoyed listening to stories, asking questions, and learning all about farming and agriculture. It was a wonderful opportunity for our youngest learners to connect with older students and explore how food gets from the farm to the table. 🚜

Thank you to our WCHS FFA members for spending time with our Tigers and sharing your love of agriculture! 🌱
4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A classroom scene showing a group of young children seated on a colorful rug with numbers around the border. Two older students wearing matching shirts with FFA logos stand at the front of the room holding papers and reading to the class. Behind them is a large digital screen and a wall decorated with letters and educational materials. The children are seated in a semi‑circle, looking toward the readers.
A group of young children standing in a line on a colorful rug in a classroom with two older students wearing FFA shirts standing behind them. A large digital screen is visible on the wall, along with bulletin boards and classroom materials. The children and the FFA students are posed together for a group picture.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SPRING STATE TESTING FOR 3RD & 4TH GRADE STUDENTS

WCPC Families — please take a moment to review these important updates about this year’s statewide assessments.

The West Virginia Department of Education has released information about two assessments that students will participate in this spring:

WVASA – West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment
WVGSA – West Virginia General Summative Assessment (Taken by most students)

These assessments help measure student learning and academic progress throughout the state. Your child’s participation depends on grade level and eligibility guidelines provided by the WVDE.

WVGSA Testing Dates for WCPC: April 29, April 30, and May 4, 2026

Your child’s school will send home additional details and reminders. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help every student do their best! 🐯

4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A formal letter on West Virginia Department of Education letterhead dated March 2026. The letter provides information about the West Virginia General Summative Assessment (WVGSA) for students in grades 3–8. It explains that the WVGSA is an online test measuring academic progress in West Virginia. It states that students in grades 3–8 will take English language arts, reading, writing, and math tests, with grades 5 and 8 also taking science. The letter notes that parents can view student scores after testing through an online portal and includes a link: https://wvde.us/academics/assessment/general-summative-assessment. It states that schools will provide testing dates and who to contact with questions. The letter ends with encouragement for families to support their students and is signed by Michele L. Blatt, State Superintendent of Schools.
A formal letter on West Virginia Department of Education letterhead dated March 2026. The letter explains information about the West Virginia Alternate Summative Assessment (WVASA), also called the Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) Assessment, for students in grades 3–8 and 11. It states that the WVASA measures what students with significant cognitive disabilities know and can do and that the assessment is administered online. The letter outlines participation criteria, mentions that certain grades will take English language arts, math, and science tests, and explains that schools will determine the testing dates. A link is provided for more information: https://wvde.us/academics/assessment/west-virginia-alternate-summative-assessment. The letter concludes with a request for families to encourage students to do their best and is signed by Michele L. Blatt, State Superintendent of Schools.
READ ACROSS AMERICA SPIRIT WEEK!

Get ready, WCPC families — Next week is one of our FAVORITE weeks of the year... Read Across America Week!

We’ll be celebrating the joy of reading March 2nd–March 6th with fun dress‑up themes each day. Join the excitement and help your child participate in these literacy‑themed spirit days!

Here’s the lineup for the week:

MONDAY – Fox in Socks
Wear your craziest, silliest socks!

TUESDAY – One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
Wear a blue or red shirt!

WEDNESDAY – Wacky Wednesday
Wear your wackiest, most mismatched outfit!

THURSDAY – If I Ran the Zoo
Wear something with an animal on it—or animal print!

FRIDAY – The Cat in the Hat
Hat Day! Wear your favorite hat.

We can’t wait to celebrate reading with you all week long!
4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A colorful graphic titled “Read Across America Spirit Week” with playful red and blue borders. Below the title, text reads “At WCPC, March 2nd–March 6th.” The image lists themed dress‑up days for each weekday. Monday: “Fox in Socks – Wear crazy socks.” Tuesday: “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish – Wear a blue or red shirt.” Wednesday: “Wacky Wednesday – Wear your wackiest mismatched outfit.” Thursday: “If I Ran the Zoo – Wear anything with an animal on it or animal print.” Friday: “The Cat in the Hat – Hat day. Wear your favorite hat.” The layout uses bold colors and whimsical fonts reminiscent of Dr. Seuss‑style design
March Menu
4 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A white monthly meal calendar titled “Wirt County Middle/Primary – March.” The calendar is organized in a five‑column layout for Monday through Friday and lists daily breakfast and lunch menu items for each school day in March. Each date contains multiple lines of food options such as Pancake Wrap, Chicken Biscuit, French Toast Sticks, Sausage/Hashbrown, Egg/Bacon Pizza, Baked Spaghetti, Mac and Cheese, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Meatloaf, Salisbury Steak, and others. Some days list sides like green beans, salad bar, fruit, milk, and breadsticks. March 30 and 31 are marked “NO SCHOOL.” A note at the bottom states, “Menu subject to change” and “Supper served daily.
WE HAVE ANOTHER BOOK BLAST WINNER!

Congratulations! to Jameson Ashley for being our 3rd Book Blast Treasure Chest winner. Way to go!

There is still time to win a Treasure Chest. Just invite 10 or more family members or friends to complete your Treasure Map:
https://app.booksarefun.com/WirtCoPC26143

Let’s keep the excitement going and help build our students’ home libraries.

#GiveLiteracy #BookBlast #bookblastadventures @go.booksarefun #goread #lovebooks
5 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Photo of Jameson Ashley in his classroom with the treasure chest that he won along with cash, plastic jewelry and other small items in the chest.
GET READY FOR ANOTHER WCPC STAFF HIGHLIGHT!

Today, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on one of our dedicated Kindergarten teachers, Lesley Wheeland, who brings joy, energy, and heart to our Tiger community every single day. Read below to learn more about one of our treasured teachers!🐯
5 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A graphic titled “WCPC Staff Highlight” with a black background and orange accents. Beneath the title, there is a circular photo frame containing an image of a person. Below the photo, text displays the name “Lesley Wheeland” and the title “Kindergarten Teacher” in orange and white. The graphic includes several paragraphs describing Lesley’s five years at Wirt County Primary Center, her rewarding moments in the classroom, accomplishments such as winning “Best Theme” in the door decorating contest and being named November Teacher of the Month, and her hobbies, including riding dirt bikes, spending time at the motocross track, and enjoying campfires with family and two dogs.
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS OF WCPC STUDENTS! WE NEED YOUR HELP!

The 2026 West Virginia School Learning Environment Survey is now open, and your voice plays an important role in helping us strengthen our school community.

This survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is open January 26 through March 20, 2026. Your participation is voluntary, anonymous, and greatly appreciated. Every response helps WCPC continue to grow, improve, and better support our students. Participation is completely voluntary, and you may choose not to answer any of the questions.

You can access the survey using the link or QR code provided. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for partnering with us to make WCPC the best it can be! 🐯

https://tinyurl.com/WCPCparentsurvey26
6 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A colorful school‑themed graphic with a blue background and scattered illustrations of pencils, crayons, notebooks, paint splatters, and two cartoon tigers. The main heading at the top reads, “Parents and Caregivers of WCPC Students!” Below it, bold red text says, “We Need Your Help!” The message explains that the 2026 West Virginia School Learning Environment Survey is open and highlights that it takes about 10 minutes to complete, is available January 26 through March 20, 2026, and that participation is voluntary, anonymous, and appreciated. Additional text encourages families to complete the survey using the link or QR code provided. The survey link shown is “https://tinyurl.com/WCPCparentsurvey26.” A black‑and‑white QR code is centered on the page with the words “Scan Me” beside it. At the bottom, a thank‑you message expresses appreciation for families’ feedback and partnership.
BOOK BLAST REMINDER!

There is still time to sign up!

All your child needs is 10 contacts. No email is required. Text messages work great. Once they send 10 contacts, they automatically earn all 3 prizes.

Our final Treasure Chest drawing is tomorrow, and the EPIC Treasure Chest drawing will be on Monday. Students who complete their 10 contacts will be entered for a chance to win the Treasure Chest prizes and a Trip to Disney!

Be sure to finish those 10 contacts so your child doesn’t miss out!

Sign up at:

https://app.booksarefun.com/WirtCoPC26143/parents/sign_up

​#booksarefun #bookraiser #bookblastadventures #epictreasurechest #treasure Book Blast by Books Are Fun
6 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Graphic with a background of blue ocean water and a tropical shoreline. In the center, a large tan parchment-style banner displays the red text ‘Books Are Fun’ with an apple on top of stacked colorful books, and below it the large red text ‘Book Blast.’ The parchment has a stitched border effect, giving it a map‑like appearance.
CONGRATULATIONS! MRS. PAXTON'S CLASS!

These awesome Tigers earned the Attendance Tiger this week thanks to their fantastic attendance last week! We absolutely love seeing our students here every day, learning and growing together. 🧡

Even though regular attendance is important, we also want to remind families to follow Nurse Kelly’s illness guidelines when deciding whether a student should stay home. Keeping sick students at home helps protect classmates and keeps our school healthy.

Way to go, Paxton’s class! Enjoy your week with the Tiger! 🐯
6 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A classroom group photo shows students from Ms. Paxton’s class standing and sitting together in front of a red bulletin board decorated with multicolored paper hearts. A large plush tiger, known as the Attendance Tiger, is positioned on the floor in front of the group. The graphic includes an illustrated cartoon tiger on the left side with the text ‘Mrs. Paxton’s Class,’ and at the top the text reads, ‘Look Who Has the Weekly Attendance Tiger!’ The background includes classroom shelves and storage bins.
Picture Day Is TOMORROW!

Wirt County Primary Center families, this is your friendly reminder that Picture Day is tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, 2026! 📸

Make sure outfits are ready, smiles are polished, and hair is set for a great photo day. We can’t wait to see everyone’s bright faces tomorrow!
7 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
A graphic featuring a large, colorful 3D‑style camera illustration in yellow, blue, and gray tones. The background is a light cream color. At the top, a rounded dark label contains the text ‘February 25.’ Below it, bold text reads ‘Picture Day.’ Additional camera illustrations appear partially on the left and right edges of the image.

SUPER SECRET DAY FUN at WCPC!

At Wirt County Primary Center, no one ever wants to miss a day of school, because any day of the month could be a Super Secret Day! And today’s February surprise was a BIG hit...We had a Glow Dance Party in the gym! Students got glow sticks to wear and play with, the lights were low, and the energy was HIGH! Our amazing Physical Education teacher, Mrs. Jones, even stepped in as the DJ and kept the line dancing going! 🎶

Coming to school is important , and it can be so much fun when parties, surprises, and celebrations pop up throughout the month! While we love boosting attendance with days like this, we also want to remind families that students who are feeling ill should follow the guidelines Nurse Kelly shared previously and stay home when needed. Keeping everyone healthy helps our fun days stay fun! 🩺

7 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Students in a school gym participating in a glow‑themed dance party. The room is dimly lit with colorful glowing accessories such as glow sticks. A teacher is present acting as the DJ for the event. This photo accompanies an announcement about Wirt County Primary Center’s February Super Secret Day, which featured a glow dance party to boost student attendance
Wirt County Schools will be on a 2 Hour Delay on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
7 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
Snowman on a hill covered with snow with blue background and snowflakes. text on image says 2 Hour Delay Tomorrow.
Wirt County Schools will be on a two hour delay tomorrow, February 24th.
7 days ago, John McKown
Wirt County Schools are closed today, Monday, February 23, 2026.
8 days ago, Wirt County Primary Center
sign Closed due to inclement weather with blue background and white snowflakes