Final Exams will be January 11 (Blocks 3 and 4) and January 12 (Blocks 1 and 2) *****Early departure notes will not be accepted on exam days. Students and parents must follow sign-out procedure. Students must be signed out in person by someone on their emergency card.*****
Putnam Planning & Infrastructure wants as many Putnam County residents as possible to have the opportunity to share their opinions and ideas about development in the county as they work to update the Comprehensive Plan, which guides decision making for growth in the county.
Congratulations to the inductees into the first Putnam County chapter of Rho Kappa Social Studies Honorary. The Poca High Social Studies department held a ceremony today to officially recognize the chapter and its new members: Kaylynn Atkinson, Makalia Cox, Nyla Dearien, Jordan Garlow, Reagan Gladwell, Trenton Jarrett, Abreana Nelson, Melonie Pharis, Daniel Piekarski, Paige Riley, Lindzie Runions, Audrey Scott, Baylee Shepherd, Alyssa Smith, Kamryn Starcher, Hunter Toney, Olivia Wheeler, and Jessica Wilkinson. Congratulations to all the founding members of our chapter, we look forward to a future of service and learning.
Last opportunity to get your PHS Alumni Association 100th Anniversary t-shirts. We have small, medium, large, XL, 2XL, 3XL. The t-shirts are $15 and would make a nice Christmas gift. Call Lynne 304-951-3494. Celebrate being a Dot! #onceadotalwaysadot
Congratulations to our new inductees to the National Honor Society. Our NHS members go through a rigorous selection process that considers not just their grades, but leadership, character, and community service. These students are the best of the best!
On Tuesday, November 28th, 2023, at the Teays Valley Cinema, 170 Erskine Ln, Scott Depot, WV. Starting at 6:30pm to get your ticket for a presentation and movie.
Midshipmen Jacob VanNorstrand will share invaluable tips and insights on applying to the United States Naval Academy. Following his presentation you will enjoy a Marvel Movie.
$7 per person (includes a drink, popcorn, and ticket) pay at door …
More info contact Gerry Stover
gerry.stover@gmail.com
Boy's Soccer All-Cardinal Conference Selections:
First team:
Hayden Casto
Shane Brewer
Jordan Garlow
Second team:
Daniel Piekarski
Wyatt Brewer
Kaden Carroll
Third team:
Landon Rawlings
Kaelan Omar
Congratulations guys!
Veterans Day Assembly & Luncheon November 9th at 10:30 am. All veterans invited!
Good luck to our FFA students who are heading to compete at Nationals after winning first place in Agriculture Issues in the state of WV! We know these students will represent us well!
Next week kicks off Red Ribbon Week: a week we promote a drug free zone. Student Council is sponsoring a fun spirit week. Here are the days:
Monday: Put drugs to rest-wear your PJs
Tuesday: Ain't no shame in my flannel and drug free game-wear your comfy flannel
Wednesday: There's no competition about it. Drugs suck-wear WVU or Marshall and see which one wins
Thursday: Go red and put a stop to drugs-Wear your red or Poca gear
Friday: scare the spook out of drugs-wear your favorite Halloween shirt.
We have past yearbooks available for most years between 1999 and 2021, on sale for $20.00 each. For more information, contact Mrs. Moncada at rrmoncada@k12.wv.us Years currently available are 1987, 1999, 2000, 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21
PHS National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive tomorrow.
Students who signed up to donate need to bring their photo ID!
Students who are 16 years old or younger need to bring their signed Parental Consent Form.
We encourage all donors to hydrate and eat a filling breakfast.
This week in Poca Athletics:
Can't make the game? You have TWO options to watch from home or wherever you may be! We are thrilled to be having Friday Night Rivals by WCHS and HD Media at O.O. White Stadium streaming tonight's contest vs. Winfield. Check the links below!
https://wchstv.com/sports/par-mar-friday-night-rivals/fnr-live-coverage-of-winfield-vs-poca-scheduled-for-friday-oct-6?fbclid=IwAR3hj5l7ld8K3NA2wiAlwzk7pl13bjWR6rbWKMCoXWW1V2yilT4RDrRZbFg
https://www.wvgazettemail.com/live/winfield-generals-vs-poca-dots-oct-6-2023/html_2c3432f8-62c2-11ee-9171-2b3c5ddc172c.html
This week in Poca Athletics:
Homecoming class shirts are ready and can be picked up in Mrs. Wright's room (102A). There are a LIMITED number of extra shirts that students may purchase for $12 if you did not order one. First come, first served!
Poca Athletics has a busy week! It's homecoming week!
This week in Poca Athletics:
Tomorrow (Friday) is the last day to order homecoming class shirts! If you cannot pay at this time, but would like to order a shirt, please see Mrs. Wright to be put on the list. Class treasurers please turn in all orders and money!
FRESHMEN! Please return your signed AUP forms ASAP! If you need another form, please stop by the office or see Mrs. Moncada or Mrs. Wright.