
School Closure Notice – Monday, October 27, 2025
Due to a water line break affecting Hampshire High School and Romney Middle School, both schools will be closing today.
Students will be dismissed at 8:00 AM, and buses will run return routes at that time.
All other Hampshire County Schools are operating on a normal schedule.
Thank you for your understanding as crews work to restore service.

We are looking forward to seeing school staff, all students, and families at one of our Academy Day 2025 programs!
As a reminder, Academy Day is an opportunity for students, parents, and school officials to ask questions and obtain information regarding the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy as well as the Air Force, Army and Navy ROTC* scholarship process. No Registration Required.
Don’t Miss Academy Day at Jefferson High School
this weekend – Saturday, September 27, 2025 @2 PM!
Visit tables/reps to gather information, participate in a mock interview, speak with a DoDMERB rep, explore ROTC opportunities,
and speak with a recent graduate of the Air Force Academy to get a firsthand understanding of academy life!
September 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Jefferson High School
4141 Flowing Springs Road
Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442
AND
Don’t Miss Academy Day at University High School
this weekend – Sunday, September 28, 2025 @2 PM*!
September 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM*
University High School
131 Bakers Ridge Road
Morgantown, WV 26508
Do you have a National Honor Society or National Jr. Honor Society chapter?
Fun Fact - 49% of the Air Force Academy’s incoming class of 2026 and 59% of the U.S. Military Academy’s class of 2027 were members of National Honor Society.
We hope to see you there!
As a reminder, Academy Day is an opportunity for students, parents, and school officials to ask questions and obtain information regarding the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy as well as the Air Force, Army and Navy ROTC* scholarship process. No Registration Required.
Don’t Miss Academy Day at Jefferson High School
this weekend – Saturday, September 27, 2025 @2 PM!
Visit tables/reps to gather information, participate in a mock interview, speak with a DoDMERB rep, explore ROTC opportunities,
and speak with a recent graduate of the Air Force Academy to get a firsthand understanding of academy life!
September 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Jefferson High School
4141 Flowing Springs Road
Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442
AND
Don’t Miss Academy Day at University High School
this weekend – Sunday, September 28, 2025 @2 PM*!
September 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM*
University High School
131 Bakers Ridge Road
Morgantown, WV 26508
Do you have a National Honor Society or National Jr. Honor Society chapter?
Fun Fact - 49% of the Air Force Academy’s incoming class of 2026 and 59% of the U.S. Military Academy’s class of 2027 were members of National Honor Society.
We hope to see you there!

📢 School Reminder
There will be no school for students tomorrow, August 27, 2025.
This day will be used as a Professional Learning Day for staff.
Thank you for your support and remember to always Be Excellent!
There will be no school for students tomorrow, August 27, 2025.
This day will be used as a Professional Learning Day for staff.
Thank you for your support and remember to always Be Excellent!

More surplus items for sale on GovDeals at https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?kWord=hampshire%20county%20board%20of%20education. Auctions ending soon so get your bids in now!


Hampshire County Schools is offering Secondary Summer School 2025 for students who need credit recovery!
If you’ve failed two or more classes needed for graduation, this is your chance to catch up and stay on track. All work is done online from home, and you can sign up now through July 21st.
💻 Final day to complete work: August 8, 2025
💵 Cost: $300 per credit
📍 Register in person at the Board of Education in Augusta, 8:30–3:30
Questions? Contact Mr. Feazell at abfeazell@k12.wv.us or call 304-496-2300.
Let’s get it done this summer and graduate on time! 🎓💪

☀️🎒Get Ready for Summer! 🎉📚
Hampshire County students, the countdown is officially ON! The last day of school for the 2024–2025 school year is set for May 29, 2025—and we have even better news… students will be released 3 HOURS EARLY that day! 🕒✌️
Start planning your summer adventures, sleep-ins, and sunny day fun because you are getting a head start on all of it! 🌞🌈 Whether you are hitting the pool, grabbing ice cream with friends, or just kicking back and relaxing—you have earned it!
Let’s finish the year strong and head into summer with a smile! 😎✨ #ExtraSummer #Hampshire #CountdownToSummer

🎒✏️ It’s never too early to start planning! 📅
Hampshire County Schools will kick off the 2025–2026 school year on August 18, 2025, for students, with teachers returning on August 11.
Yes, you read that right—mark those calendars now so you can soak up every bit of summer fun before we head back to school! 🌞📚
Enjoy the rest of this school year and have a fantastic summer—we cannot wait to see you in August! 🎉🚌🍎
#BackToSchool #HampshireCountySchools #PlanAhead #SeeYouInAugust

📚🍎 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎📚
🗓 May 5–9, 2025
To the incredible educators who inspire curiosity, spark creativity, and never give up on their students — THANK YOU! 💙✏️
From morning greetings to late-night grading, you make a difference every single day. Let’s give it up for the heart of our schools — our TEACHERS! 🎉👏

📣 Hampshire County Schools invites you to meet our next superintendent, Mr. Collett! Join us on Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM at Windy Ridge Elementary. Stop by, say hello, and help us welcome Mr. Collett to our community! 🌟
We hope to see you there!

🌸 Spring is in the air, and so is Spring Break! 🌞
Mark your calendars—Spring Break 2025 is scheduled for April 18–25! 🐣🌷
Students will return to school on Monday, April 28. Until then, enjoy the sunshine, rest up, and make the most of your break! 💐📚
#SpringBreak2025 #TimeToRecharge #HelloSpring

After 43 years of dedicated service, Jeffrey Pancione is retiring, and we hope you will join us in celebrating his incredible career! Stop by the Retirement Open House on May 12, 2025, from 4–6 P.M. at the Board Office in Augusta to share memories, enjoy light refreshments, and wish him well. All are welcome! If you are unable to attend but would still like to send a message, a card box will be available the week of May 5th. Let’s send Mr. Pancione into retirement with all the appreciation he deserves!

Policy 2440 - Virtual Education Program is up for public comment after the 1st reading. Read the proposed policy at https://5il.co/3d77k and send your comments via email to jpancion@k12.wv.us or sodell@k12.wv.us by 3 PM on April 15.

This week, we are celebrating the heart of our schools — our incredible Assistant Principals! 💙 Your leadership, dedication, and support make a lasting impact on students, staff, and families every single day. Thank you for everything you do to help our schools thrive. Happy Assistant Principal Appreciation Week! #WeAppreciateYou



Staff will report for a Curriculum Day on Monday, March 17. Students do not have school.
Students entering 12th grade for 2025-2026 school year are required to have a 2nd Meningitis vaccine.
The Health Department will be at H.H.S. on March 27th and April 29th to give vaccines with parent/guardian consent. Forms will be sent home with those students who need the shot or are available from the school nurse.
Hampshire High School only will be virtual today due to not enough staff to cover classes. HHS students should complete assignments on Schoology. All other schools are open and those students should attend school as usual.
Hampshire County Schools will hold two public hearings to collect comments on the 2025-2026 school calendar as required by West Virginia code. The first hearing will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00 pm at Romney Middle School and the second hearing will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30 pm at the central office in Romney. If for any reasons these meetings are cancelled due to inclement weather, then the calendar hearing will be held whenever the meeting is rescheduled. To see the calendars and complete a survey indicating your preference go to - https://boe.hampshire.k12.wv.us/article/2067157
The Young Writer's Reception will be held on Monday, March 3rd at the new South Branch Elementary School from 9 AM until 10:30 AM.
The Hampshire County Board of Education is auctioning off surplus furnishings and equipment at http://govdeals.com/
Do an advanced search for zip code 26757 to view the items.
There is no school for students on Monday, February 17th. It is a Curriculum Development Day for staff.