KINGWOOD — The Preston County Board of Education learned more this week about the cost to fix the Preston High track. Arch Golis, of AG Sports Surfaces, […]
Education
Head Start programs enlist extended family
Debbie Jones gave a “good/not-so good” report to Monongalia Board of Education members Tuesday night. The good news, said Jones, who directs early childhood programs for Mon’s […]
Mountainview Elementary upgrades library with $50K grant
Kevin Carnes laughed like everybody else when he heard it Monday morning at Mountainview Elementary School. Then he did some serious musing. “We ought to put that […]
Energy Express summer program seeks volunteers
Through the WVU Extension Service Energy Express summer reading program, AmeriCorps members, volunteers and others help to enhance reading and comprehension skills for students throughout the state. […]
Private schools must follow guidelines
KINGWOOD — The State Department of Education oversees private schools in West Virginia, which are operated based on state policy and codes. Laurel Academy, in Preston County, […]
An inside look at Laurel Academy, a private school in Terra Alta
EDITOR’S NOTE: Laurel Academy recently sued the Preston County Board of Education, alleging it has harassed and defamed the school. On the advice of her attorney, Kristine […]
Trinity students dress up as influential American figures
Learning at Trinity Christian School was hands-on Wednesday, when fourth-graders hosted a wax museum. During the educational project, kids dressed up as influential Americans. Visitors were able […]
Groups begin to set goals for district
Do you believe new or updated school facilities impact the economic development of Monongalia County? Will Mon’s current schools be able to adapt to the needs of […]
FSU hosts art, architecture and design event for students
Fairmont State University hosted an Art, Architecture and Design Exploration Day on Tuesday. On select days throughout the regular semester, academic-based Exploration Days are held on FSU’s […]
Meeting to discuss upgrades for Mon schools
The last time this happened, two schools were built and another was re-imagined for a new academic chapter. Monongalia County Schools begins updating its Comprehensive Education Facilities […]
