Calhoun County Schools will be closed Wednesday, February 4.
Calhoun County Schools will be closed Wednesday, January 4.
Preschool & Kindergarten Enrollment
Enrollment Information
Calhoun County Universal Preschool now has enrollment packets available for parents to enroll their children in Pre-K or Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. Enrollment packets may be picked up at Arnoldsburg Elementary, Pleasant Hill Elementary, DOHS or Calhoun County Board of Education during school hours. The registration fairs are held to assist families in getting the necessary documentation for starting school. We will conduct, hearing, vision, and dental screenings at the event and have stations for students to visit.
All children who are 4 years old before July 1, 2026, are eligible to apply for enrollment in Pre-school.
All children who are 5 years old before July 1, 2026, are enrolled in Kindergarten.
Calhoun County Schools will be conducting Pre-Registration on the following dates:
Friday, March 6th, 2026, at Calhoun County Middle High School from 9AM-2:30 PM
Please call Saundra Ballengee at 304-354-6022 ext. 402 or Jackie Allen at 304-655-8616 ext. 110 to schedule an appointment. If school is canceled or delayed, registration will be rescheduled for March 13th at CCMHS maintaining scheduled appointment times.
All children applying for preschool must have the following documents before the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year.
· Pre-K Universal Application
· Certified Birth Certificate (Vital Statistics Certificate from Charleston only)
· Immunization Record
· Preventative Health Screen (Well Child)
· Dental check
· Hemoglobin test (available through your physician)
· Lead Screen
· Proof of Income (W2, 1040, or proof of Government Assistance)
Completed preschool packets are due by the date of the registration fairs. Packets will be accepted after the fair, however classroom preference is honored by dates of received application.
Any child; from birth to three, thought to have developmental delays, is also eligible to be screened for possible services.
Enrollment Information
Calhoun County Universal Preschool now has enrollment packets available for parents to enroll their children in Pre-K or Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. Enrollment packets may be picked up at Arnoldsburg Elementary, Pleasant Hill Elementary, DOHS or Calhoun County Board of Education during school hours. The registration fairs are held to assist families in getting the necessary documentation for starting school. We will conduct, hearing, vision, and dental screenings at the event and have stations for students to visit.
All children who are 4 years old before July 1, 2026, are eligible to apply for enrollment in Pre-school.
All children who are 5 years old before July 1, 2026, are enrolled in Kindergarten.
Calhoun County Schools will be conducting Pre-Registration on the following dates:
Friday, March 6th, 2026, at Calhoun County Middle High School from 9AM-2:30 PM
Please call Saundra Ballengee at 304-354-6022 ext. 402 or Jackie Allen at 304-655-8616 ext. 110 to schedule an appointment. If school is canceled or delayed, registration will be rescheduled for March 13th at CCMHS maintaining scheduled appointment times.
All children applying for preschool must have the following documents before the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year.
· Pre-K Universal Application
· Certified Birth Certificate (Vital Statistics Certificate from Charleston only)
· Immunization Record
· Preventative Health Screen (Well Child)
· Dental check
· Hemoglobin test (available through your physician)
· Lead Screen
· Proof of Income (W2, 1040, or proof of Government Assistance)
Completed preschool packets are due by the date of the registration fairs. Packets will be accepted after the fair, however classroom preference is honored by dates of received application.
Any child; from birth to three, thought to have developmental delays, is also eligible to be screened for possible services.
🎉 Rescheduled 100th Day of School! 🎉
Due to snow days, we will celebrate the 100th Day of School on Tuesday, February 3rd!
Students are welcome to wear a 100th Day of School t-shirt or dress up like they are 100 years old to help us mark this special milestone.
We can’t wait to celebrate 100 days of learning and growth together! 💯📚
Calhoun County Schools will be on a 3-hour delay on Monday, February 2.
An additional call will be sent later with information regarding alternative bus routes.
An additional call will be sent later with information regarding alternative bus routes.
All Calhoun County Schools will be closed on Friday, January 30. Stay safe!
Calhoun County Schools will be closed Thursday, January 29.
This will be a Non-Traditional Instructional Day.
Students will complete Snow Packet #5.
No school in Calhoun County on Wednesday, January 28th. Students should complete NTID packet 4.
All Calhoun County Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27. This will be a Non-Traditional Instruction Day (NTID). Students should complete Snow Packet #3. Please stay safe!
Due to snow and ice, all Calhoun County Schools will be closed Monday, January 26. Stay safe and warm!
Due to slick roads, Calhoun County schools will be closed Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Due to quickly changing inclement weather and road conditions, Calhoun County Schools will operate on a 3 hour delay today, Thursday, January 22, 2026.
When Is Sick Too Sick for School?
Knowing when to keep your child home helps protect their health and the well‑being of others.
✅ Send my child to school if:
They have a runny nose or mild cough with no other symptoms.
Sores are dry, healing, or covered.
They have had no fever for 24 hours and have not taken fever‑reducing medication during that time.
They have not vomited or had diarrhea for 24 hours.
🚫 Keep my child at home if:
They have a temperature over 100.4°F, even after medication.
They have untreated, oozing sores that cannot be covered.
They are vomiting or have diarrhea.
Their eyes are pink, crusty, or have white or yellow discharge.
They are injured or too ill to take part in normal school activities.
💡 Tips from your school nurses:
Make sure your child gets 8–10 hours of sleep each night.
Encourage breakfast every morning.
Ensure glasses are worn daily if prescribed.
Keep emergency contacts up to date with the school.
Confirm your child meets West Virginia immunization requirements.
If you have health concerns or questions, please contact your school nurse.
CMHS: Trudi Anderson, t.m.anderson@k12.wv.us, 304-354-6148 EXT: 219
PHE & AES: Autumn Lilly, autumn.lilly@k12.wv.us, AES - 304-655-8616 EXT 115, PHE - 304-354-6022 EXT 407
Knowing when to keep your child home helps protect their health and the well‑being of others.
✅ Send my child to school if:
They have a runny nose or mild cough with no other symptoms.
Sores are dry, healing, or covered.
They have had no fever for 24 hours and have not taken fever‑reducing medication during that time.
They have not vomited or had diarrhea for 24 hours.
🚫 Keep my child at home if:
They have a temperature over 100.4°F, even after medication.
They have untreated, oozing sores that cannot be covered.
They are vomiting or have diarrhea.
Their eyes are pink, crusty, or have white or yellow discharge.
They are injured or too ill to take part in normal school activities.
💡 Tips from your school nurses:
Make sure your child gets 8–10 hours of sleep each night.
Encourage breakfast every morning.
Ensure glasses are worn daily if prescribed.
Keep emergency contacts up to date with the school.
Confirm your child meets West Virginia immunization requirements.
If you have health concerns or questions, please contact your school nurse.
CMHS: Trudi Anderson, t.m.anderson@k12.wv.us, 304-354-6148 EXT: 219
PHE & AES: Autumn Lilly, autumn.lilly@k12.wv.us, AES - 304-655-8616 EXT 115, PHE - 304-354-6022 EXT 407
🎉 100th Day of School! 🎉
We are excited to celebrate the 100th Day of School on Thursday, January 29!
Students are welcome to wear a 100th Day of School t-shirt or dress up like they are 100 years old to help us mark this special milestone.
We can’t wait to celebrate 100 days of learning and growth together! 💯📚
The following buses will be running alternative routes today, January 16th: Bus 2, Bus 24, Bus 19, Bus 25, Bus 10, Bus 21, and Bus 11 will be turning at the water plant on Nobe Road.
Calhoun County Schools will operate on a three-hour delay on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
On‑Site Therapy Services Available at Your School
OVP Health is proud to offer on‑site, evidence‑based therapy services for students, right where they learn. Our licensed providers partner with schools to support students’ mental, emotional, and behavioral health.
Services include:
• Play therapy
• Parent‑child interaction support
• ADHD strategies
• Anxiety and depression management
• Health and wellness support
• Evidence‑based approaches, including CBT and DBT
Services focus on child development, solution‑focused counseling, and family support.
In addition, our outpatient clinics offer:
• Walk‑in medical visits
• Primary care appointments
• Mental health therapy for children and adults
• Medication‑assisted treatment (MAT)
• Telehealth options
Enrollment is simple. Families can speak with their school administrator to pick up a referral packet or scan the QR code on the flyer for more information.
📍 Support. Care. Services where it matters most.
Image description: A blue and green informational flyer promoting OVP Health’s on‑site school therapy services, listing mental health and wellness supports, outpatient clinic services, and telehealth availability.
OVP Health is proud to offer on‑site, evidence‑based therapy services for students, right where they learn. Our licensed providers partner with schools to support students’ mental, emotional, and behavioral health.
Services include:
• Play therapy
• Parent‑child interaction support
• ADHD strategies
• Anxiety and depression management
• Health and wellness support
• Evidence‑based approaches, including CBT and DBT
Services focus on child development, solution‑focused counseling, and family support.
In addition, our outpatient clinics offer:
• Walk‑in medical visits
• Primary care appointments
• Mental health therapy for children and adults
• Medication‑assisted treatment (MAT)
• Telehealth options
Enrollment is simple. Families can speak with their school administrator to pick up a referral packet or scan the QR code on the flyer for more information.
📍 Support. Care. Services where it matters most.
Image description: A blue and green informational flyer promoting OVP Health’s on‑site school therapy services, listing mental health and wellness supports, outpatient clinic services, and telehealth availability.
Calhoun County Schools will be closed on Friday, December 19 due to widespread power outages across the county.
🎄 Join Us for a Family Engagement Christmas Event! 🎄
Pancakes & Pajamas – A fun evening of music, food, and activities for the whole family!
📅 Date: Thursday, December 18
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Calhoun Middle High School
50 Underwood Circle, Mount Zion, WV 26151
✨ Special Feature: Pictures with Santa!
This event is free and open to all families. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Pancakes & Pajamas – A fun evening of music, food, and activities for the whole family!
📅 Date: Thursday, December 18
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Calhoun Middle High School
50 Underwood Circle, Mount Zion, WV 26151
✨ Special Feature: Pictures with Santa!
This event is free and open to all families. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Arnoldsburg Elementary is excited to present Fa La La Land tomorrow, Thursday, December 18, at 1:30 PM.
Families are invited to join us for this festive performance by our students. 🎶✨
Classroom holiday parties will follow the program.
We look forward to celebrating together!
