In Upshur County, teachers from all grade levels are collaborating to develop a comprehensive Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. A substantial group of teachers from across the county met on Monday, January 13th to build the positive behavior intervention support system. This initiative aims to create a positive school environment by promoting good behavior and academic success. The program focuses on consistent expectations, positive reinforcement, and data-driven decision-making. By working together, Upshur County educators are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.
Upshur County Schools Newsletter
County Wide PBIS Work Continues
LETRS
Recently, the WVDE partnered with LEXIA to provide LETRS training to any K-3 teacher and elementary principal who chooses to participate, free of charge. This robust two-year training commitment, which many Upshur County teachers and principals have already signed up for (enrollment remains open through March 31 for Cohort 2 of 3), will provide the extensive knowledge necessary to enhance reading instruction throughout the county.
Navigating Winter Weather: A Shoutout to Our Bus Operators
This past week, Upshur County Schools faced snowy roads and cold days. Our highly trained bus operators rose to the challenge, utilizing a variety of tools to tackle the winter weather effectively.
Drivers can chain the tires and use drop-down chains to increase traction, ensuring safe travel. They also coordinate closely with one another to pick up and deliver our students safely, no matter the conditions.
We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and expertise in keeping our students safe during these winter months. Thank you to all our bus operators for your hard work and commitment!
Upshur County Kitchens - Largest Restaurants in Upshur County
Here is a breakdown of the second largest kitchen of Upshur County Schools:
Breakfast:
Estimated meals served: ~721 meals
Total allocated funds for each meal: $3.10
Lunch:
Estimated meals served: ~721 meals
Total allocated funds for each meal: $4.43
Maintenance Is Always Ongoing - No Matter the Weather
The Upshur County Schools maintenance department is an incredibly hard-working group. While their work often happens behind the scenes, their contributions are numerous and essential in ensuring our students have the best possible learning environments.
This past week, they successfully changed a pump at Buckhannon-Upshur High School, demonstrating their dedication and expertise once again.
We are grateful for their continuous efforts to maintain and improve our school facilities.
Commitment to Curriculum Excellence
The work toward a rigorous curriculum and design continues, undeterred by snowy roads, icy conditions, or frigid temperatures. This dedicated group of educators has persevered, meeting together to build the best possible curriculum for our students.
They are focused on developing the correct pacing and aligning with WV state learning standards, ensuring that our students receive a top-notch education.
We commend their unwavering commitment to excellence and their determination to provide the highest quality education for our students.
WV School News Around the State
In an effort to keep our families informed about educational developments, we have compiled a list of news articles about education across West Virginia. While this list may not cover everything, we will do our best to share as much as possible.
https://news.yahoo.com/news/morrisey-wants-school-vaccine-exemption-110016213.html
Rooms Updates!
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