Hampshire County Schools

Due to anticipated cold temperatures, Hampshire County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Friday, January 16. Buses will run two hours later than normal, and school will begin two hours later than the regular start time. Please continue to monitor official school communications for any updates.

2 days ago, Hampshire County Schools

Due to current conditions, Hampshire County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, January 15, 2026. Please note that Math Field Day has been postponed and will now be held next week on Thursday.

3 days ago, Adam Feazell

Pre-K Kindergarten Survey:

Hampshire County Board of Education is conducting a survey to determine expected Pre-K and Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. To do this, we must develop a list of all children who will be four or five years old prior to July 1, 2026.

Families with pre-school aged children who are not currently enrolled in Pre-K at a Hampshire County schools or Head Start should complete the survey. If you know of other families with pre-school aged children, please bring this survey to their attention. If you feel that a potential Pre-K or Kindergarten child may have been missed, please call 304-496-2300 x1141. Please complete this survey as soon as possible.

We would also like to invite families to our PK/K registrations at the following locations and dates:

Capon Bridge Elementary School - January 30, 2026 -- 8AM-3PM & March 13, 2026 -- 8AM-12PM
Ice Mountain Elementary School - February 6, 2026 -- 8AM-3PM & March 27, 2026 -- 8AM-12PM
South Branch Elementary School - January 23 & March 6, 2026 -- 8AM-3PM
Windy Ridge Elementary School - January 16 & February 27, 2026 -- 8AM-3PM

Please call your district school listed above to schedule an appointment time during one of the registration dates. If you have already filled out a paper form and returned it to the school, you do not need to complete this survey, as it is the same one.

Thank you for your assistance.

2026-2027 School Year Pre-K and Kindergarten Survey

5 days ago, Hampshire County Schools

Illustration of a group of young children playing and learning outdoors near a large tree, with activities including reading, painting, fishing, playing soccer, and swinging on a tire swing. Text over the image reads, “Survey of Pre-K & Kindergarten Enrollment 2026–2027.”

The Hampshire County Board of Education will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m. at Windy Ridge Elementary School. Members of the community are welcome to attend in person or watch the meeting online.

View the Board of Education meeting agenda

Watch the live stream of the Board of Education meeting on YouTube

12 days ago, Adam Feazell

Hampshire County Board of Education Holiday Hours

Please see our holiday schedule below:

December 23: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
December 24–26: Cosed
December 29–31: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
January 1: Closed

January 2: Regular office hours
– Professional Development Day for teachers
– No school for students

January 5: First day back for students

Thank you for your continued support, and we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

26 days ago, Hampshire County Schools

Simple winter-themed graphic with a neutral background and the words ‘Holiday Hours’ displayed in clean, easy-to-read lettering

Hampshire County Schools Board of Education Meeting is tonight at 6:00 PM at Ice Mountain Elementary, with LSIC presentations from South Branch Elementary as part of the meeting.

The revised agenda is available here: https://5il.co/3swxe

Watch the livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/SdPJ_tmgmO4

about 1 month ago, Hampshire County Schools

Hampshire County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, December 15, 2025, due to extreme cold temperatures.

All schools will begin two hours later than the normal start time, and bus pick-up times will also be delayed by two hours. Please dress warmly and use caution while traveling to bus stops and to the school buildings. Continue to monitor our usual communication channels for any additional updates.

about 1 month ago, Hampshire County Schools

Hampshire County Schools will be operating on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025, due to anticipated weather conditions. Buses will run two hours later than normal, and schools will begin two hours later than usual. Staff will report at 8:30AM. Please stay tuned for any additional updates. Thank you and have a safe evening.

about 2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

Tonight’s Hampshire County Board of Education meeting will be held at Capon Bridge Middle School beginning at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes LSIC (Local School Improvement Council) presentations from Capon Bridge Elementary School and Capon Bridge Middle School, highlighting the great work happening in both schools. Guardians, staff, students, and community members are invited to attend in person or watch live online.

You can view the agenda here: https://5il.co/3so5v
Watch the live stream here: https://youtube.com/live/IRrhEOIQaBg?feature=share

about 2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

HCBOE Meeting December 1, 2025 at CBMS starting at 6:00PM

Hampshire County Schools will hold a Board of Education meeting tonight at 6:00 PM at the Board of Education office. Community members are invited to watch live online. The meeting will be streamed on YouTube at the following link: [https://youtube.com/live/0FW7SjldK0Y?feature=share].

2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

📣 Every Day Counts! ⏰

Did you know that when a student is signed out during the school day, it affects their attendance record? Even short absences matter — and we want every student to get credit for their hard work and time in class!

✅ Here’s how it works:

· If a student is signed out before 2:00 p.m., it may count as a half-day absence depending on how long they are gone.

· Students who remain at school until after 2:00 p.m. are considered present for the full day.

· Each school has its own transition time for when a tardy becomes a half-day absence — please reach out to your school office for those details.

📘 Excused reasons for early sign-outs under WVDE Policy 4110 include:

· Illness or medical appointment (with documentation)

· Illness (parent note - limited to 10 days per year)

· Death in the family

· Legal obligations or court appearances

· Religious holiday

· School-approved curricular or extracurricular activities

🚫 Unexcused reasons may include:

· Leaving early without a valid excuse or documentation

· Personal errands or convenience

· Oversleeping or missing the bus

· Family trips

Let’s work together to make sure Every Day Counts — and that every student gets the full benefit of being in school each day! 💚📚

2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

Blue and white graphic with bold text that reads: “Moments Matter, Attendance Counts.” The phrase emphasizes the importance of daily school attendance and how each day contributes to student success.

Real Estate Auction – Hampshire County Board of Education
Friday, November 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM
45 School Street, Romney, WV 26757

See’s Auction Service and the Hampshire County Board of Education will hold a real estate auction featuring five modular buildings without frames. Each building includes a combination of rooms and bathrooms and will be sold “AS IS” by the boundaries without warranty expressed or implied.

Public Viewing: November 8, 2025, from 9:00–10:00 AM
Terms of Sale: 10% non-refundable deposit due on the day of sale, with the balance due within 60 days.
Removal Deadline: December 31, 2025

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Junior Moreland at 304-359-7877 or the Hampshire County Board Office at 304-496-2300.

Full listing and photos are available at Auctionzip.com/#4090
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Auctioneer: See’s Auction Service, WV Licensed & Bonded #1101
Real Estate License: #WV0025142
Phone: 304-822-0880

See’s Auction Service and the Hampshire County Board of Education are not responsible for accidents.

2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

Flyer announcing a real estate auction hosted by See’s Auction Service and the Hampshire County Board of Education on November 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The auction includes five modular buildings located at 45 School Street, Romney, WV. Details include room and bathroom counts for each building, sale terms requiring a 10% non-refundable deposit, and removal by December 31, 2025. Contact information for Junior Moreland, the board office, and See’s Auction Service is provided along with a link to AuctionZip.com for photos.

Official Notice of Public Auction Sale from the Hampshire County Board of Education. The document references West Virginia Code §18-5-7 and provides legal details for the sale of five modular buildings. It lists the date, time, and location of the auction (Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM, 45 School Street, Romney, WV) and specifies terms for acceptable payments, buyer’s premium, liability, and rights of the Board. Contact information for Superintendent George R. Collett is included.

Public Auction Rules issued by the Hampshire County Board of Education. The document outlines payment terms, conditions of sale, buyer responsibilities, and liability disclaimers. It notes that the successful bidder must remove modular buildings, while the Board of Education will handle foundations and utilities. The rules state that the Board makes no warranties and that bidders are responsible for inspections and due diligence before purchase.

Diagram labeled “Romney Elementary Modulars Along School Street – Auction Date 11/8/2025 at 10 am.” The image shows a not-to-scale layout with four rectangular modular buildings labeled 1 through 4, with their dimensions marked (33x25, 80x24, 40x27, and 36x24). A line labeled “School Street” runs along the bottom of the diagram, showing the placement of the modulars along the road.

Diagram labeled “Romney Elementary Modular Beside Old BOE Office – Auction Date 11/8/2025 at 10 am.” The layout shows one modular building labeled 5 with dimensions 48x24 and 46x64 next to a larger outlined area marked “Old BOE Office.” The note states that the item is not drawn to scale.

Communities In Schools: Connecting Students to Success

Communities In Schools (CIS) is making a difference every day in Hampshire County Schools by surrounding students with a network of support that helps them stay in school and achieve in life. From removing barriers to learning, like access to clothing, food, or school supplies, to building strong relationships that encourage attendance and engagement, CIS is helping students academically, socially, and emotionally.

Through the Keep the Ball Rolling initiative, each Hampshire County school received $1,500 to support students’ individual needs and strengthen attendance efforts. This funding helps ensure that every student has the resources and encouragement needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Hampshire County Schools was proudly represented last week at a local Keep the Ball Rolling event at Keyser High School by:
🏫 Cynthia Morris (SBE)
🏫 Jacqueline McCartney (CBMS)
🏫 Sabrina Dean (RMS)
🏫 Kacey Wolford (IME)
🏫 Stephanie Buckley (CBE)
🏫 Allison McCormick (WRE)
and Emilie Embrey, Director of Student Support Services, representing Hampshire High School.

We are thankful for the ongoing leadership of Cynthia Corbin, CIS Site Coordinator, whose commitment ensures that our students are supported, connected, and inspired to reach their goals.

Last week's event was made possible through the partnership of the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE), Communities In Schools (CIS), and generous sponsors including The Pack Foundation, Wing 2 Wing Foundation, United Way, and L&S Toyota of Beckley—all working together to create brighter futures for West Virginia students.

2 months ago, Hampshire County Schools

A group of seven Hampshire County Schools staff members are seated together in an auditorium, smiling for a photo during the Communities In Schools “Keep the Ball Rolling” event. The women in the front row wear casual attire, including a purple Capon Bridge shirt, while those in the back row sit against a maroon and white wall decorated with string lights. The atmosphere is friendly and collaborative, highlighting the educators’ participation in a community partnership event focused on supporting student success.

Update for Hampshire High School and Romney Middle School Hampshire High School and Romney Middle School will be open on a normal schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, October 28, 2025. A boil water advisory will remain in effect for the area. Each student will receive two bottles of drinking water, and breakfast and lunch will be served as usual. Restrooms will be open, but water fountains will remain closed during the advisory. Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue to keep our students and staff safe.