MAKE A DIFFERENCE with CHILDREN’S LITERACY this Summer and EARN MONEY FOR COLLEGE! Help bridge the summer literacy gap for youths and earn money for college by serving as an AmeriCorps member with Energy Express. This summer the need is greater than ever to maintain children’s reading to be ready for the new school year. The program dates are June 7th – July 28th. Benefits to serving include: Knowing you Made a Difference Being a part of a Team $1,374.60 Education Award $2,350 Living Allowance Serve 2 years and receive a semester of college tuition in WV. Gaining critical skills Service with the National AmeriCorps program Those interested in serving as mentors or community coordinators must be 18 years of age by June 7 to apply. Contact the WVU Mineral County Extension Service for application information. Call 304-788-3621 or email m.miltenberger@mail.wvu.edu Energy Express is an award-winning, a six-week reading and nutrition program. This summer the program will help children entering 1st through 3rd grades overcome the ‘summer slide’ that occurs when youths fall behind academically, while also providing nutritious meals for the students. “Mentors this summer will benefit from being a part of the program by being able to build connections with children and with other mentors,” says Hannah Raines, 2022 Site Supervisor. “They will be a part of a close-knit team and be exposed to a professional setting, the fosters a fun and creative environment.” “Serving as an AmeriCorps* member is a solid summer experience in preparation for a professional job,” says Margaret Miltenberger, WVU Extension Service, 4-H Extension Agent. “You will practice organization, planning, team work and professionalism, which are good skills whether you plan to work as an educator or in another career field.” The Energy Express program is under the leadership of WVU Extension Service’s 4-H Youth Development program. The Community Trust Foundation and United Way are important partners in supporting the Mineral County program. CTF is committed to building stronger communities in Allegany, Garrett, and Mineral counties.
Don't forget! The Mineral County STEM Festival is happening on Saturday, March 25 from 12 to 4 on the Potomac State College Campus. Free activities for all ages.
All schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Friday March 10th, due to forecasted weather.
All schools will be closed today, Friday March 3.
Calendar reminder: tomorrow, Friday March 3rd, is a scheduled 3 hour early release for students.
We are also monitoring the weather forecasts and will make relevant announcements tomorrow morning, if needed.
Mineral County STEM Festival is March 25 from noon to 4:00 pm at WVU Potomac State College. All activities are FREE! Bring your family for a great afternoon of hands-on activities.
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This message is for Piedmont Residents sent on behalf of the Mineral County Health Department:
In an effort to help serve the Piedmont Community, the Mineral County Health Department will be offering lead screenings recommended for children ages 1 to 6 years old and any expecting mothers that are being served by the Piedmont Municipal Water System.
The location will be at the American Legion Parking Lot on the following dates:
February 6 from 9am to 12pm
February 9 from 2pm to 5pm
If you have any questions or cannot make it to the above testing dates, please feel free to contact the health department at 304-788-1321
Calendar reminder: Tomorrow, Friday February 3rd, will be a 3 hour early release for students.
The Elk Garden District will operate on a two hour delay today, Friday January 27th.
All schools will operate on a 2 Hour Delay tomorrow, Thursday January 26th.
Mineral County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday January 25th.
There will a three hour early dismissal for Keyser Primary and Keyser Middle Schools due to lack of power.
Calendar reminder: Students will return to school tomorrow, Thursday January 5th as we begin second semester.
Weather Announcement for 12.22.22
All Mineral County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday December 22nd, due to forecasted weather.
Students will return on Thursday, January 5th.
We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
All Mineral County Schools will be closed today, Friday December 16.
Weather Announcement for 12.16.22
All schools will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Friday December 16th.
12.14.22 Weather Announcement:
All Mineral County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday December 15th, due to the forecasted ice storm.
Reminder: all schools will dismiss 3 hours early tomorrow, Friday December 9th.
We are planning for our 2023-24 School Calendar, please click the link below to provide input into calendar development.
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