St. Marys High School Golf Team Captures Seventh Consecutive Class A Region 1 Title
The St. Marys High School Golf Team has once again claimed the Class A Region 1 Championship, marking their seventh consecutive regional title. The victory secures the Blue Devils a return trip to the WVSSAC State Tournament.
Leading the team was Trevor Maley, who earned Overall Medalist honors for the day. Tripp Morrison finished second overall, while Carter Edwards placed sixth and Desmond Parks followed closely in thirteenth. Making this a team win !
Head Coach Hamilton and Coach Armstrong praised the team’s consistency and dedication, noting that their focus and teamwork have been key to maintaining such a high level of success.
The Blue Devils will now prepare to compete at the State Championship, continuing their pursuit of excellence both on and off the course.
Congratulations to the SMHS Golf team and their coaches !
New! Bachus & Schanker 7th Amendment Scholarship
Deadline: July 30, 2026
For: High school seniors and current college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2WeZthC
The Spirt of Giving Scholarship
Deadline: July 31, 2026
For: High school seniors and current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2FCo1Kb
New! The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
Deadline: Varies
For: Multiple scholarships
Link: https://bit.ly/2KCJoMX
Army ROTC Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/3KcErra
Horatio Alger Association Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: Multiple scholarships for high school students
Link: http://bit.ly/2spAclw
Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: Varies
For: West Virginia students in Berkeley, Morgan, and Jefferson counties
Link: https://bit.ly/2OurEXn
SallieMae Plan for College Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: Current students
Link: http://bit.ly/4dP9gRe
Courage to Grow Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: High school juniors and seniors; current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/1GkOxRd
LA Tutors Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: High school students, college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2nHpSkK
Course Hero Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/28YHUHf
West Virginia College and University Financial Aid and Scholarships
Colleges and universities offer scholarships and grants in order to attract students to their schools and help students pay for college. This type of financial aid is called institution-based aid. Visit cfwvconnect.com/scholarships to check out financial aid opportunities at colleges and universities across West Virginia, or visit the college or university's website.
Scholarship List & Financial Aid Updates
The West Virginia Promise Scholarship Application is Open for the Class of 2026!
The Promise Scholarship is a merit-based financial aid program for West Virginia residents. Students who achieve certain academic requirements are eligible to receive funds to help pay for college. Eligible high school graduates will receive annual awards up to $5,500 to cover the cost of tuition and mandatory fees at public or independent institutions in West Virginia. For more information about this program, visit CFWV.com/promise.
Stay Up-to-Date on Financial Aid Opportunities by Signing Up for Txt 4 Success
College-bound students from all over the state can sign up to receive text messages. The text messages sent to students serve as general college reminders and advice, such as key deadlines, financial aid opportunities and regular check-ins to make sure students are transitioning well into college life. Students attending one of our partner institutions will receive additional messages specific to their college. Additionally, students who opt-in to the service can text at any time to have any of their college questions answered by a college access advisor. Students can sign up by texting "CFWV" to (304) 912-CFWV or by visiting CFWV.com.
Scholarships and Financial Aid Programs
CFWV has a database of thousands of scholarships and financial aid programs from organizations across the nation! We post several opportunities each week on Facebook and X. Below are a few programs we've shared lately.
Check this one out! Federal Pell Grant
For: 12th graders; college students; adult learners
Link: https://studentaid.gov/fafsa
Voice of Democracy Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2025
For: High school students
Link: https://bit.ly/2T16pxm
American Bullion Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2025
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2qo43ZJ
New! Big Future Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2025
For: Multiple scholarships
Link: https://bit.ly/41VyZTa
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: November 12, 2025
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/3frp52w
Wealth Wise Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2025
For: Undergraduate and graduate students seeking a career in the finance industry
Link: https://bit.ly/2Ot8iQ5
New! Path to Pro Scholarship
Deadline: Varies; earliest is December 31, 2025
For: High school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll in an approved trade-related program with focus on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing or construction management
Link: https://bit.ly/4ePXeHl
Hagan Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2025
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/4ee4lcl
Love Your Career Scholarship
Deadline: January 10, 2026
For: Current college students
Link: http://bit.ly/2eZRSv0
New! Engebretson Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: March 1, 2026
For: High school seniors
Link: https://bit.ly/3Sdp33W
Create a Greeting Card Scholarship
Deadline: March 9, 2026
For: High school students and current college students
Link: https://bit.ly/2pszvWe
New! FCCLA Scholarship
Deadline: March 2, 2026
For: High school seniors who are members of the FCCLA
Link: https://bit.ly/3NZxbT7
Washington Scots Charity & Education Fund Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2026
For: Students of Scottish descent
Link: http://bit.ly/2krDaS5
Rover Scholarship
Deadline: May 1, 2026
For: High school seniors, current college students, graduate students
Link: https://bit.ly/2keXJDh
West Virginia Division of Highways Scholarship
Deadline: May 31, 2026
For: College juniors studying engineering, accounting, or a Juris Doctorate degree
Link: http://bit.ly/3MF9D4M
New! Digital Privacy Scholarship
Deadline: June 30, 2026
For: High school seniors and college students
Link: http://bit.ly/30zSjaz
Two new scholarships are now available for you to apply for!
You can find information about these — as well as the full lists for September and October scholarships — in the back of Mr. Lancaster’s room.
💡 OR stop by and see Mrs. Rinard at the back table during lunch to pick up a copy of the current scholarship listings.
Don’t miss out on these great opportunities!
Join us Thursday, October 9th from 5 PM – 7 PM at St. Marys High School to complete your FAFSA and get help with the process!
💡 Special Guests:
Representatives from Marietta College and WVUP’s Financial Aid Departments will be on site to offer one-on-one assistance.
📱 What to Bring:
A personal device such as an iPad, laptop, or MacBook.
👨👩👧 Parents:
Please make sure your FAFSA ID is already created to save time.
Watch the short video below for step-by-step instructions:
▶️ How to Create a FAFSA ID: https://youtu.be/iTb7hMVtzco?si=foAlrB9hElnJ5MZW
📝 Note:
Most students created their FAFSA ID in Civics last Friday — double check before you come!
🎁 Bonus:
All students who attend will be entered into a drawing for an Amazon gift card!
💬 Reminder:
I highly recommend every student complete the FAFSA — even if you’re unsure about college plans. Last year, several students decided last-minute to attend WVUP and were glad they had already completed theirs!
During his visit, students were able to:
🗳 Register to vote
🗳 Learn about becoming a poll worker
🗳 Explore how they can serve their community during elections
🗳 Get hands-on experience with voting equipment
A heartfelt thank you goes out to County Clerk Jody Davis and Election Clerk Ryan McFarland for their invaluable support and partnership in making this event possible.
Special thanks to Secretary Warner as well for encouraging our students to become active participants in democracy! 💙
Congratulations to the Pride of St Marys Marching Devils, they competed at Parkersburg Big red band competition results:
First place overall class champion (out of 7)
3rd place class drum major
1st place high twirler (out of 7)
1st place music for class D
3rd place visual class D
4TH OVERALL-runner up grand champion band (out of 16)
South Competition
Drum major-1st in Class
Percussion-2nd in Class
Auxiliary-2nd in Class
Overall in band: Class 2nd
Way to go Devils!!!!😈💛💜
St. Marys High School came together today for a spirited pep rally to get ready for the Battle of the Bridge against Frontier High School! The Blue Devils are fired up and ready to bring the energy to tonight’s game.
This year’s rivalry game is extra special — fans can show their support in the fight against cancer. Donations will be collected tonight from Benny the Blue Devil or the Frontier Cougar, with proceeds going to help families facing this battle.
Blue Devil fans: your donations will directly support Dave St. Peter and his family as he continues his courageous fight against cancer. Let’s rally together as a community, cheer on our team, and make a difference both on and off the field. 💪💙
#BattleOfTheBridge #BlueDevilPride #CommunityStrong #FightCancer
If you are not a member of a parent group, we encourage you to reach out to your child's school and become involved.
🗓 Monday (today) & Wednesday
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
✨ Open to ALL Students – EVERYTHING is FREE! ✨
What You’ll Find:
👗 Homecoming Outfits – Dresses, dress pants, and shirts (many brand new with tags!)
👖 Brand new, name-brand jeans for winter
🧥 Other clothing essentials for school and beyond
Come check it out and thank our wonderful volunteers who make this possible! 💙
Students in Mrs. Johnson’s Health classes competed in the 2025 Health Triangle Contest, and we are proud to recognize the winners from each period:
• Period 1: Elena Sanz
• Period 2: Roe Maston
• Period 3: Jaelyn Cupp
• Period 4: Kalynn Courtney
• Period 7: Sophia Perkins
✨ A special shout-out to Kalynn Courtney, who earned the Grand Prize! ✨
Way to go, Blue Devils!
Your hard work and creativity in learning about health and wellness truly shine.
Through hands-on activities, discussions, and reflection, they’re learning important skills like:
✅ Decision making
✅ Refusal strategies
✅ Communication
✅ Healthy goal setting
Proud of our students for taking steps to create a safe, strong, and successful future! 💙✨
These simple but powerful notes are now displayed in restrooms as well as the locker room. The goal of these messages is to brighten someone’s day and remind us of all that small acts of kindness make a big difference. 🌟
#StartwithhelloWeek #SMHSKindness #YouAreLoved
