SMHS ALUMNI: 🟣 Happy Alumni Weekend 2026 from Pleasants County Schools

Today we close a chapter filled with memories, growth, friendships, and achievements. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for an amazing year! Here’s to a safe, happy, and well-deserved summer!

Happy SLP Day!

ANNOUNCEMENT – Monday, May 18, 2026: Due to a small gas leak reported on Triplett Street in Belmont, PCMS & BES are taking precautionary safety measures in coordination with the City of Belmont and Hope Gas. Currently, outside recess and outdoor activities are temporarily suspended out of an abundance of caution. The issue is not affecting the school buildings, and normal instructional activities inside the school are continuing as scheduled. School officials will continue to monitor the situation closely.

Coach Resource Link to all needed resources: https://www.pleasantscountyschools.com/documents/athletic-resources/669468

Attention all athletic coaches: Please make sure to turn in your three annual NFHS course certificates and your CPR verification form for the 2026-2027 school year to Jessica Bills by June 30. If you are required to complete a Form 39 through WVDE, it must also be submitted by June 30.
Please note that all required forms must be turned in, Form 39 approval must be received from WVDE if applicable, and your coaching contract must be signed and returned before you may participate in any coaching activities after July 1 or during the 2026-2027 season.
For additional information and links to all required forms, visit the county website, click on Staff, then select Coach/Athletic Resources. Links to the courses are available on this site.
Please note that all required forms must be turned in, Form 39 approval must be received from WVDE if applicable, and your coaching contract must be signed and returned before you may participate in any coaching activities after July 1 or during the 2026-2027 season.
For additional information and links to all required forms, visit the county website, click on Staff, then select Coach/Athletic Resources. Links to the courses are available on this site.
💜💜Interested in joining the band? 💜💜 see the information below!

Tuesday, May 12 🇺🇸 Schools are CLOSED for the Primary Election Day. A normal schedule will resume on Wed. May 13.

2026-2027 Sports Physicals. Memorial Health System Department of Sports Medicine will be providing 2026-2027 Sports Physicals for current 6th-11th grade students at no cost on Friday, June 5th; 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the St. Marys High School gymnasium.
Questions? Please contact Tanner Bleakley levbleakley@mhsystem.org
Questions? Please contact Tanner Bleakley levbleakley@mhsystem.org

National Interpreter Day is celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of May to recognize those who serve as interpreters. Thank you, Kendra!

(Re-post) *** Simulated Emergency Event at MOVTI: On Wed. May 6, 2026, between the hours of 9 -11 AM, MOVTI’s Emergency Services and Law & Public Safety programs will be collaboratively simulating a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI). Students in these two (2) programs will be participating by utilizing the knowledge and skills learned in their respective program of study during the 2025 – 2026 school year. This simulated MCI is a planned scenario event and not a real event. This will not cause any disruptions or involve any other school in the county.

Thank you, Nurse Keri, Nurse Shannon, and Nurse Allison!

Parents/Guardians: Please remember to pick up any student medications remaining at the school by Wednesday, May 27. Any medications not collected by that date will be safely disposed of in accordance with policy.
Simulated Emergency Event at MOVTI: On Wed. May 6, 2026, between the hours of 9 -11 AM, MOVTI’s Emergency Services and Law & Public Safety programs will be collaboratively simulating a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI). Students in these two (2) programs will be participating by utilizing the knowledge and skills learned in their respective program of study during the 2025 – 2026 school year. This simulated MCI is a planned scenario event and not a real event. This will not cause any disruptions or involve any other school in the county.

"... Celebrate the greatness every educator brings." - Dr. Brad Johnson

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our teachers!

🎉🍕 Happy School Lunch Hero Day 🍔🎉

Happy School Principal Day

Congratulations to Paula Oliverio on receiving a lifetime achievement award for Outstanding Teacher from Glenville State University, where she completed her undergraduate degree!

Transportation Department Appreciation Day- April 28.

