🎓 Attention St. Marys High School Class of 2026! 🎓
This is a reminder that Senior Walk Through will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
All seniors are required to report to the SMHS Commons between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m. dressed in your cap and gown.
The Class of 2026 will depart St. Marys High School at approximately 8:30 a.m. to visit:
* St. Marys High School
* St. Marys Elementary School
* Belmont Elementary School
* Pleasants County Middle School
This special tradition gives our seniors the opportunity to inspire younger students as they walk the halls of the schools where their educational journey began.
Following the walk through, we will return to St. Marys High School for graduation practice.
🎓 Attendance is mandatory for all seniors.
🎓 Students must be present and dressed in their cap and gown to participate.
This is a meaningful milestone as we celebrate your accomplishments and the legacy you leave behind in Pleasants County Schools.
We look forward to honoring the incredible journey of the St. Marys High School Class of 2026! 💜💛 #SMHSClassOf2026 #SeniorWalkThrough #BlueDevilPride #OnceABlueDevilAlwaysABlueDevil
This is a reminder that Senior Walk Through will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
All seniors are required to report to the SMHS Commons between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m. dressed in your cap and gown.
The Class of 2026 will depart St. Marys High School at approximately 8:30 a.m. to visit:
* St. Marys High School
* St. Marys Elementary School
* Belmont Elementary School
* Pleasants County Middle School
This special tradition gives our seniors the opportunity to inspire younger students as they walk the halls of the schools where their educational journey began.
Following the walk through, we will return to St. Marys High School for graduation practice.
🎓 Attendance is mandatory for all seniors.
🎓 Students must be present and dressed in their cap and gown to participate.
This is a meaningful milestone as we celebrate your accomplishments and the legacy you leave behind in Pleasants County Schools.
We look forward to honoring the incredible journey of the St. Marys High School Class of 2026! 💜💛 #SMHSClassOf2026 #SeniorWalkThrough #BlueDevilPride #OnceABlueDevilAlwaysABlueDevil
Happy SLP Day!
Reminder for ALL Seniors: Tomorrow is your Senior Awards day that begins at 9 a.m. It is mandatory and you must arrive at your normal start of school day b 8 a.m. Please have on professional dress and your cap and gown for your awards ceremony. Report to your normal homeroom for attendance when you arrive.
At the end of homeroom, please report to the gym for line up.
Lunch will be from noon to 1 p.m. and then the afternoon session will begin around 1:15 p.m. You will be permitted to go to lunch with a parent or guardian, but must return back by 1 p.m. The afternoon session will have MOVTI recognition, gifts for seniors and the senior slide show. All sessions will conclude by 3:30 p.m.
This is your very important and busy day! See you in the morning!
At the end of homeroom, please report to the gym for line up.
Lunch will be from noon to 1 p.m. and then the afternoon session will begin around 1:15 p.m. You will be permitted to go to lunch with a parent or guardian, but must return back by 1 p.m. The afternoon session will have MOVTI recognition, gifts for seniors and the senior slide show. All sessions will conclude by 3:30 p.m.
This is your very important and busy day! See you in the morning!
Coach Resource Link to all needed resources: https://www.pleasantscountyschools.com/documents/athletic-resources/669468
💜💜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.
The final LSIC meeting for the school year for St. Marys High School has been scheduled for Wednesday, May 20th at 4:00 p.m. in the SMHS library. This will be the "Town Hall" public meeting on academics. We will also hold the final LSIC business meeting for the year at this time. We hope parents and community members will attend the meeting!
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
St. Marys High has been asked to share the following message from the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission. Thank you for taking the time to fill out their survey, if you are a coach or have a student athlete involved in a WVSSAC recognized program.
"The WVSSAC is working hard to better communicate our mission, role and goals to coaches, parents, teachers, students and communities throughout the Mountain State. As coaches and parents, their voice is a valuable part of that effort.
Please share the appropriate survey link(s) with your coaches and parents as soon as possible and encourage participation. The survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete.
Coach Survey Link: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2Fwvcoaches&data=05%7C02%7Chmeeks%40k12.wv.us%7C44bfa23277404d2f968808deac60c4f2%7Ce019b04b330c467a8bae09fb17374d6a%7C0%7C0%7C639137728783967942%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SVsym2cXgMuwiqhBOOL%2FXSm4G3tySBSIJhljYarNEzA%3D&reserved=0
Parent Survey Link: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2Fwvcommunities&data=05%7C02%7Chmeeks%40k12.wv.us%7C44bfa23277404d2f968808deac60c4f2%7Ce019b04b330c467a8bae09fb17374d6a%7C0%7C0%7C639137728784013647%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=0xc5d4HQ14%2Bf29jvTy%2BgQjAKnybpxzRAOqz1OHkABeU%3D&reserved=0
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us gather meaningful input from your school community. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us."
"The WVSSAC is working hard to better communicate our mission, role and goals to coaches, parents, teachers, students and communities throughout the Mountain State. As coaches and parents, their voice is a valuable part of that effort.
Please share the appropriate survey link(s) with your coaches and parents as soon as possible and encourage participation. The survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete.
Coach Survey Link: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2Fwvcoaches&data=05%7C02%7Chmeeks%40k12.wv.us%7C44bfa23277404d2f968808deac60c4f2%7Ce019b04b330c467a8bae09fb17374d6a%7C0%7C0%7C639137728783967942%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SVsym2cXgMuwiqhBOOL%2FXSm4G3tySBSIJhljYarNEzA%3D&reserved=0
Parent Survey Link: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveymonkey.com%2Fr%2Fwvcommunities&data=05%7C02%7Chmeeks%40k12.wv.us%7C44bfa23277404d2f968808deac60c4f2%7Ce019b04b330c467a8bae09fb17374d6a%7C0%7C0%7C639137728784013647%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=0xc5d4HQ14%2Bf29jvTy%2BgQjAKnybpxzRAOqz1OHkABeU%3D&reserved=0
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us gather meaningful input from your school community. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us."
(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!
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.
Good evening This is a reminder for all seniors. College Decision Day will be tomorrow, May 5th beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the SMHS auditorium. This event will be to recognize seniors who will be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university program of study following high school graduation. Parents and family are welcome and encouraged to attend to celebrate the Class of 2026!
May the 4th Be With You!
From classrooms to the kitchen, from hallways to the office, from the start of the day to closing bell—
our teachers and staff show up every day with heart, grit, and purpose.
You guide. You support. You inspire.
And you make our school stronger because of it.
This week (and always), we celebrate the force behind our school.
Thank you for everything you do—for our students, for each other, and for our community.
#MayThe4thBeWithYou #StaffAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciation #TheForceIsStrongHere #BlueDevilPride
From classrooms to the kitchen, from hallways to the office, from the start of the day to closing bell—
our teachers and staff show up every day with heart, grit, and purpose.
You guide. You support. You inspire.
And you make our school stronger because of it.
This week (and always), we celebrate the force behind our school.
Thank you for everything you do—for our students, for each other, and for our community.
#MayThe4thBeWithYou #StaffAppreciationWeek #TeacherAppreciation #TheForceIsStrongHere #BlueDevilPride
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our teachers!
🎉🍕 Happy School Lunch Hero Day 🍔🎉
Happy School Principal Day
🎓 SMHS Seniors Take the Next Step with WVUP! 🎓
Today, St. Marys High School seniors planning to attend West Virginia University at Parkersburg this fall had the opportunity to meet with WVUP Admissions and Financial Aid representatives right here at school!
Students received hands-on support with:
✔️ Registering for fall classes
✔️ Accessing their WVUP student accounts and email
✔️ Reviewing and completing FAFSA information
✔️ Getting personalized guidance to ensure a smooth transition to college
We are proud to recognize the following students and their chosen programs:
💙 Clover Moody – Nursing
💙 Mackinzie Bennett – Early Childhood Education
💙 Addison Davis – Dental Assistant
💙 Serenity Thompson – Business
💙 Taylor Brode – Radiology Technology
💙 Kylie Sprouse – Radiology Technology
💙 Blake Campbell – Production Technician
💙 Eli Cox – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Autumn Mossor – Agribusiness
💙 Jace Larsen – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Eli Wilson – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Andrew Wriston – Education
💙 Shane DeWeese – Paramedic Science
💙 Lilian Wiley – Criminal Justice
💙 John Miller – Computer Science
💙 Kaige Winland – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Dominic Cox – Production Technician
💙 Jason Cross – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Myles Pierce – Multi-Craft Technology
💙 Mia Christensen – Cosmetology
💙 Leah Sproat – Criminal Justice/Social Services
💙 Xxavier Cunningham – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Alexandra Wilson – Elementary Education/Special Education
This one-on-one assistance helps our seniors feel confident, prepared, and ready to begin their college journey. We are so proud of the Class of 2026 as they take these important steps toward their future!
A big thank you to the WVUP team for investing in our students and helping make this transition seamless and successful. 💙💛
#SMHS #ClassOf2026 #WVUP #CollegeReady #FutureFocused
Today, St. Marys High School seniors planning to attend West Virginia University at Parkersburg this fall had the opportunity to meet with WVUP Admissions and Financial Aid representatives right here at school!
Students received hands-on support with:
✔️ Registering for fall classes
✔️ Accessing their WVUP student accounts and email
✔️ Reviewing and completing FAFSA information
✔️ Getting personalized guidance to ensure a smooth transition to college
We are proud to recognize the following students and their chosen programs:
💙 Clover Moody – Nursing
💙 Mackinzie Bennett – Early Childhood Education
💙 Addison Davis – Dental Assistant
💙 Serenity Thompson – Business
💙 Taylor Brode – Radiology Technology
💙 Kylie Sprouse – Radiology Technology
💙 Blake Campbell – Production Technician
💙 Eli Cox – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Autumn Mossor – Agribusiness
💙 Jace Larsen – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Eli Wilson – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Andrew Wriston – Education
💙 Shane DeWeese – Paramedic Science
💙 Lilian Wiley – Criminal Justice
💙 John Miller – Computer Science
💙 Kaige Winland – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Dominic Cox – Production Technician
💙 Jason Cross – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Myles Pierce – Multi-Craft Technology
💙 Mia Christensen – Cosmetology
💙 Leah Sproat – Criminal Justice/Social Services
💙 Xxavier Cunningham – Instrumentation & Electricity (I&E)
💙 Alexandra Wilson – Elementary Education/Special Education
This one-on-one assistance helps our seniors feel confident, prepared, and ready to begin their college journey. We are so proud of the Class of 2026 as they take these important steps toward their future!
A big thank you to the WVUP team for investing in our students and helping make this transition seamless and successful. 💙💛
#SMHS #ClassOf2026 #WVUP #CollegeReady #FutureFocused
WVU-P will be at SMHS on Thursday, April 30th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. They will be here to assist seniors with college registration and other items.
Below are important information and key dates for the Class of 2026. Events that are required for students to meet graduation requirements and be eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony are highlighted.
Graduation Practice will be held, weather permitting on SMHS football field. Students need to report there on the following days.
May 18th: Senior awards ceremony, must attend the whole day 8am to 3:30pm
May 19th: 10am walking practice, report to the football field unless directed otherwise due to weather, please dress for the weather and bring water. This is mandatory to attend if student want to participate in graduation.
May 20th: Senior walk through, students need to report to SMHS commons with cap and gown by 8:30am. Following final walk-through walking practice will be held.
May 21st: 10am walking practice, report to the football field unless directed otherwise due to weather, please dress for the weather and bring water. This is mandatory to attend if student want to participate in graduation. Senior picnic to follow at the St. Marys Marina.
May 23rd: Alumni parade, The Class of 2026 is able to participate but must organize this on their own. Valedictorians, Salutatorian, Homecoming Queen, Mr. Sexy Legs, Mr. SM, Miss Bettie Davis Eyes and Prom Queen and King are permitted to ride but must arrange their own car for the parade. Will need to report to St. Marys Marina at 10am.
Commencement Ceremony (Graduation) May 24th 7pm Bill Hanlin Stadium.
Location: Bill Hanlin Stadium 2330 N Pleasants -- St. Marys, West Virginia 26170
-Students need to arrive in cap and gown with professional dress by 6:00pm to SMHS auditorium.
Families please be seated in the stadium not later than 6:45pm. The gates will open at 5:30pm for families to enter. A seating chart will be provided prior to the event so families are aware of where their student will be seated on the field.
There are no tickets for the event regardless of if it is held inside or outside so number of guests are not limited.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and your family.
-For students to be able to participate in graduation they must meet the following:
--All required graduations academic requirements
--Completed senior interview prior to May 18th.
-Attend all required events: Awards Day Ceremony: May 18th: Attend 1 indoor practice the week of May 11th during advisory, Walking Practices and other events: May 19th, 20th and 21st.
Graduation Practice will be held, weather permitting on SMHS football field. Students need to report there on the following days.
May 18th: Senior awards ceremony, must attend the whole day 8am to 3:30pm
May 19th: 10am walking practice, report to the football field unless directed otherwise due to weather, please dress for the weather and bring water. This is mandatory to attend if student want to participate in graduation.
May 20th: Senior walk through, students need to report to SMHS commons with cap and gown by 8:30am. Following final walk-through walking practice will be held.
May 21st: 10am walking practice, report to the football field unless directed otherwise due to weather, please dress for the weather and bring water. This is mandatory to attend if student want to participate in graduation. Senior picnic to follow at the St. Marys Marina.
May 23rd: Alumni parade, The Class of 2026 is able to participate but must organize this on their own. Valedictorians, Salutatorian, Homecoming Queen, Mr. Sexy Legs, Mr. SM, Miss Bettie Davis Eyes and Prom Queen and King are permitted to ride but must arrange their own car for the parade. Will need to report to St. Marys Marina at 10am.
Commencement Ceremony (Graduation) May 24th 7pm Bill Hanlin Stadium.
Location: Bill Hanlin Stadium 2330 N Pleasants -- St. Marys, West Virginia 26170
-Students need to arrive in cap and gown with professional dress by 6:00pm to SMHS auditorium.
Families please be seated in the stadium not later than 6:45pm. The gates will open at 5:30pm for families to enter. A seating chart will be provided prior to the event so families are aware of where their student will be seated on the field.
There are no tickets for the event regardless of if it is held inside or outside so number of guests are not limited.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and your family.
-For students to be able to participate in graduation they must meet the following:
--All required graduations academic requirements
--Completed senior interview prior to May 18th.
-Attend all required events: Awards Day Ceremony: May 18th: Attend 1 indoor practice the week of May 11th during advisory, Walking Practices and other events: May 19th, 20th and 21st.
