Good evening. This is Will Hosaflook, Superintendent of Jackson County Schools. Wednesday brings much anticipation with the start of a new school year. I am so excited to see our students and employees back in our buildings as we continue to work together to become the #1 school district in our state.
We begin this school by sharing wonderful news – Jackson County Schools is now the 5th-ranked school district in WV in ELA and Math proficiency, moving up five spots from last year.
We are so fortunate to have a fantastic community of parents and guardians that understand the importance of a first-class education and are willing to go above and beyond to ensure the success of our students and schools.
As I just mentioned, our goal is to be # 1. Leading the state will not come easy. It will take hard work, determination, and perseverance from our children and the entire community to demand high expectations and excellence in our schools.
I believe in the power of public education, as well as our parents, our employees, and especially our communities. Anything is possible; we must be willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish our goal.
As always, I ask for your patience on the first day of school. There are many moving parts that we will continually perfect throughout the year. Once again, thank you for your support and encouragement as we start another exciting school year. Congratulations on your work being a Top 5 school district in the state of WV.
Thank you and have a wonderful evening.
Public Preview of School Library Books -
Jackson County Schools provides the opportunity for parents and interested citizens to visit those schools with staffed libraries to preview new library books purchased for the upcoming school year. Ravenswood and Ripley high schools and middle schools will offer this opportunity during the week preceding the first day of school for students. The books will be on display August 16-22, 2023, during the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Those interested in reviewing the new school library books must call the administrator of the respective school and make an appointment before visiting the library.
6th Grade Orientation / Open House: Ravenswood Middle will be hosting a 6th Grade Orientation on Tuesday, 8/22 at 5:00. We will meet in the auditorium and then be dismissed to visit the 6th grade teachers. We will then host an Open House for 7th and 8th grade students that will begin in the auditorium at 5:45. We look forward to an exciting school year where our students will be academically and socially successful. If you have any questions, please contact the school at 304-273-5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Helmet Fitting: There will be a helmet fitting on Monday, 8/7 at 4:30 at the Ravenswood High School locker room.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Fall Practices--Opening of all season practices including times and places:
Football: 5:15 - 7:15 p.m. @ the practice field on Monday, 8/7
Cheer: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. @ the Ravenswood Middle Gym on Monday, 8/7
Tennis: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. @ the tennis courts on Monday. 8/7
Cross Country: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. @ the Pit on Monday, 8/7
Soccer: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. @ Ravenswood Grade on Monday, 8/7
Volleyball: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. @ the Ravenswood Middle Gym, Monday, 8/14
Good luck to all of our student athletes as we begin the new year! If you have any questions, please call the school 304-273-5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Attention parents of students who will be in 7th grade this fall. There are 2 shots that every 7th grader MUST receive before they can come to school in August 2023. All upcoming 7th graders must have a Tdap and meningitis shot. If they do not have these 2 shots before the first day of school in August, they will be sent home until they receive them- no exceptions. If you have any questions, please call the school nurse at 304-273-5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Helmet fitting: There will be a helmet fitting on Wednesday, June 14 at the Ravenswood High School locker room at 11:00. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal
Helmet fitting: There will be a helmet fitting on Wednesday, June 14 at the Ravenswood High School locker room at 11:00.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Food Service Announcement - Jackson County Summer 2023 Food Service is starting June 14 and ending August 3. Information @ https://www.boe.jack.k12.wv.us/article/1130830
DC Trip: There will be a meeting for the chaperones of the DC trip on Monday, 5/15 at 6:00 in the cafeteria.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
DC Trip: There will be a meeting for the chaperones of the DC trip on Monday, 5/15 at 6:00 in the cafeteria.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
In collaboration with the Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board, Jackson County Schools is offering a Career Technical Education Exploration class from July 10 through July 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for incoming 9th and 10th graders to experience firsthand the world of Career Technical Education from master craftsmen in the trades of Manufacturing, Automotive, Construction, Electrical, Welding, and Culinary Arts. The course will include the use of Virtual Reality glasses for students to simulate on-the-job experiences. This is only a five-day program with limited space available. If your child is interested in learning more about future possibilities in career technical education, please do not miss this great opportunity. The enrollment application can be found at https://tinyurl.com/2meu3bv3 , or on the left side of the Jackson County Schools website.
LSIC: The LSIC will meet Tuesday, 5/9 @ 5:3o in the Conference Room. If you have any questions, please call the school at (304) 273 - 5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Upcoming 7th graders/shots: Attention parents of students who will be in 7th grade this fall. There are 2 shots that every 7th grader MUST receive before they can come to school in August 2023. All upcoming 7th graders must have a Tdap and meningitis shot. If they do not have these 2 shots before the first day of school in August, they will be sent home until they receive them- no exceptions. If you have any questions, please call the school nurse at 304-273-5480.
DC Trip: Reminder--we will have a meeting concerning the DC trip on Monday, May 1 at 4:30 in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (304) 273 - 5480. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal
WVGSA: Testing begins on Tuesday, 5/2 with Math. We will then have our ELA test on Wednesday, 5/3, our writing portion on Thursday 5/4, and then 8th graders will test in Science on Friday, 5/5. The students and staff have worked very hard this school year. The students now have the ability to show the community, the county and the state how well prepared they are.
Testing will take most of the morning each day. We will not be making any announcements, and the bells will be off to minimize interruptions. Reminder--it is very important that students arrive each day in a timely manner to avoid testing delays.
Thank you to all the parents and guardians who have made academics a priority.
Again, thank you and best wishes to Ravenswood Middle.
Bill Heis, Principal
DC Trip: We will have a meeting concerning the DC trip on Monday, May 1 at 4:30 in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (304) 273 - 5480. Thank you, Bill Heis, Principal
DC Trip: We will have a meeting concerning the DC trip on Monday, May 1 at 4:30 in the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (304) 273 - 5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Midterms: Midterms will be sent home Tuesday, 4/25. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please call the school at (304) 273-5480.
Thank you,
Bill Heis, Principal
Good evening. This is a reminder to all families that on Friday, April 21, 2023, Jackson County Schools will have a three-hour early dismissal for all students. If your child rides a bus, the bus will arrive at the drop-off location three hours before the normal drop-off time. As always, you can check the Zonar app to see the exact location of your child’s bus at any given time. Thank you and have a wonderful evening.