The following Job Postings are for the 2026-2027 School Year. (Athletic positions authorized for summer coaching in June 2026 if applicable, with no stipend for June 2026.)
Please see the image for current job vacancies. Postings and Application Link: https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47353
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about 1 hour ago, Eric Croasmun
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The Pleasants County Board of Education annually approves the designation of March as "Music in Our Schools Month (R)" along with other West Virginia Schools and the National Association for Music Education. This year's proclamation was approved on March 12, 2026.
about 13 hours ago, Eric Croasmun
Annual Proclamation- Music in Our Schools Month 2026 WHEREAS, for more than 40 years, March has been officially designated by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) as Music In Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®), encouraging communities across the nation to focus on music education; and WHEREAS, music education is part of a well-rounded education for every student as outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this celebration is to raise awareness of the lasting positive impact of music education on the academic, personal, and professional growth of our students; and WHEREAS, music education shapes the way our students understand themselves and the world around them, allowing for a deep engagement with learning; and WHEREAS, Music In Our Schools Month reminds us that school is where all children should have access to music; and  WHEREAS, music educators, students, staff, and community members throughout Pleasants County demonstrate the importance of quality music education programs to the lives of young people  WHEREAS, the Pleasants County Schools joins our music students, educators and communities in celebrating the power of music education; NOW, THEREFORE, I Michael Wells, Superintendent do hereby proclaim March 2026, as “Music In Our Schools Month” in all Pleasants County Schools and encourage all citizens to celebrate and acknowledge everyday but especially in March that Music Education is an essential part of every student’s well-rounded education.
Congratulations to Coach King, Coach Nichols and all the Lady Devils' basketball team on their exciting semi-final win this morning over Tug Valley, 52-50! The Lady Devils will keep dancing and play for the WVSSAC Class A championship on Saturday March 14th at 10 a.m. versus the winner of tonight's Gilmer Co. versus Ritchie Co. matchup. We have 350 tickets available and will be selling them tonight from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and again tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the high school main office. Pep buses will be available for high school students to sign up tomorrow for Saturday's game. Buses will depart at 7:30 a.m. and students must have a ticket purchased by tomorrow to ride the pep bus. Let's Go Lady Devils!
about 17 hours ago, Howard Meeks II
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Tickets for the girls basketball state championship game will be on sale for $8 tonight from 5:30pm-8:30pm and tomorrow from 8:00am-2:30pm in the St. Marys High School office. The game will be at the Charleston Civic Center at 10:00am Saturday.
about 20 hours ago, Pleasants County Schools
Reminder: The SMHS Lady Devils play Tug Valley tomorrow morning at 11:15 a.m. in the Charleston Civic Center, Thursday March 12th. We still have about 25 tickets available for purchase at $8.00 to the public. They are $12.00 at the Civic Center box office. We will be selling these in the high school front office until 2:30 p.m. or until we are sold out. Thank you Blue Devil nation for your support. Let's Go Lady Devils!!!!
2 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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Congratulations to the Lady Devils on their quarterfinal win this morning over Pocahontas County. They will now play Thursday March 12th at 11:15 a.m. in the Charleston Civic Center against Tug Valley. We will have tickets available at the high school front office from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. tonight and *:00 am until 2:30 p.m. tomorrow. Students riding the pep buses on Thursday must purchase their ticket by tomorrow afternoon. Tickets are $8.00 each. The pep buses will depart at 8:15 a.m. and return back in time for students to ride their evening bus or attend after school practices. Students need to let the chaperones know if they want a bag lunch. Remember to ensure each student has money to eat before the game or in the Civic center. Again, the buses will return straight back to their schools after the game, so drivers can make their evening runs. There is a limit of 350 tickets available at the $8.00 price, they are $12 or $14 if you wait to purchase them in Charleston. Come get your tickets and let's pack the civic center!
3 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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Recently, the WVSSAC announced a new award that will be presented annually- The Bill Hanlin Award.
3 days ago, St. Marys High School
Wayne Ryan, WVSSAC Executive Director has recently announced a new award in West Virginia- the Bill Hanlin Award. It will be annually awarded to the highest rated teams in each classification in Football.  Bill Hanlin was a high school and college football coach and educator in West Virginia who received many accolades and achievements. He began coaching/ teaching at St. Marys High School in 1957. He later served as Executive Secretary of the WVSSAC after coaching at Glenville State College (now University.)

WVSSAC Girls' basketball tournament tickets are still available at the St. Marys High School front office until approximately 3:00 p.m. today. We have about 50 tickets still available for tomorrow morning's game at 9:30 a.m. St. Marys vs Pocahontas County at the Charleston Civic Center. All tickets purchased today are $8.00 each, they will be more expensive at the Civic Center box office. If the ladies' prevail tomorrow morning, then their next game will be Thursday March 12th at 11:15 a.m. We will have tickets available tomorrow evening 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the high school and during the business day Wednesday until 3 p.m. Good luck Lady Devils!

4 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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4 days ago, Eric Croasmun
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State Basketball Ticket Information: The WVSSAC Girls' Basketball tickets for the SMHS girls' game vs Pocahontas County, in Charleston on Tuesday morning March 10th at 9:30 a.m., will be sold tonight from 5 pm to 7:30 at the St. Marys High School front office and during the day until 3:00 pm tomorrow. All tickets are $8.00 if purchased in advance. There is a limit available to be sold by the school of 250 tickets. Tickets may also be purchased at the Charleston Civic Center box office.

Students and chaperones that signed up to ride a pep bus on Tuesday must bring their $8.00 to school tomorrow for their ticket. They must also indicate whether they need a lunch packed for Tuesday. The pep buses will depart at 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday for the Charleston Civic Center and will return in time for evening bus routes. Students not wanting a school bag lunch should bring money to eat inside the Civic Center; the buses will not be stopping after the game on the way back to the high school.

5 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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🎶 SMHS Students Shine at WV All-State Music Festival! 🎶

St. Marys High School is proud to recognize Jacob Asher and McKenna Broce for their outstanding musical achievements at the West Virginia All-State Band & Choir Concert held March 7, 2025, at the WV Civic Center.

Each year, the top student musicians from across West Virginia audition for the prestigious All-State ensembles, making this an incredible accomplishment.

🥁 Jacob Asher was selected for the first time as an All-State Tuba player, representing SMHS with exceptional talent and dedication.

🎤 McKenna Broce earned this honor for the third year, continuing to demonstrate her commitment and excellence in music.

Both students proudly represented St. Marys High School and our community through their hard work and passion for the arts.

👏 Congratulations, Jacob and McKenna! We are incredibly proud of you both! 🎶💜💛

#SMHS #AllStateMusic #StMarysPride #SMHSBlueDevils #StudentSuccess
5 days ago, Loura Rinard
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Congratulations to Tristan Murner and Max Dauch! 🇺🇸

St. Marys High School proudly recognizes Tristan Murner and Max Dauch for taking the Oath of Enlistment for the United States Navy — a meaningful and legally binding ceremony that marks the beginning of their commitment to serve our country.

During the Oath of Enlistment, recruits pledge to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and faithfully obey the orders of the President and the officers appointed over them. This moment represents dedication, courage, and a willingness to serve something greater than oneself.

By taking this oath, Tristan and Max join the proud tradition of men and women who have chosen to protect the freedoms and values of our nation.

St. Marys High School is incredibly proud of these young men and their decision to serve. Their leadership, character, and commitment reflect the very best of the Class of 2026.

⚓ Please join us in congratulating Tristan and Max as they begin this honorable journey with the United States Navy!

#SMHS #ClassOf2026 #USNavy #ServiceBeforeSelf #FutureSailors 🇺🇸⚓
5 days ago, Loura Rinard
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🎶 SMHS Students Shine at WV All-State Music Festival! 🎶

St. Marys High School is proud to recognize Jacob Asher and McKenna Broce for their outstanding musical achievements at the West Virginia All-State Band & Choir Concert held March 7, 2025, at the WV Civic Center.

Each year, the top student musicians from across West Virginia audition for the prestigious All-State ensembles, making this an incredible accomplishment.

🥁 Jacob Asher was selected for the first time as an All-State Tuba player, representing SMHS with exceptional talent and dedication.

🎤 McKenna Broce earned this honor for the third year, continuing to demonstrate her commitment and excellence in music.

Both students proudly represented St. Marys High School and our community through their hard work and passion for the arts.

👏 Congratulations, Jacob and McKenna! We are incredibly proud of you both! 🎶💜💛

#SMHS #AllStateMusic #StMarysPride #SMHSBlueDevils #StudentSuccess
5 days ago, Loura Rinard
Jacob Asher and McKenna Broce
Pride of St. Marys
There will be a meeting of the SMHS Local School Improvement Council on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the school library. All stakeholders are invited to attend!
7 days ago, Lori Barnhart
Reminder- there will be no early dismissal days in March, April, or May 2026.
7 days ago, Eric Croasmun
2025-2026 Early Dismissal Schedule Reminder  Please note that there will be no early dismissal days in March, April, or May of 2026.  Instead, staff will participate in a full Professional Learning Day on April 7, which falls at the end of spring break.   This day will cover the professional development and activities that took place in the Spring early dismissal days in school prior years.   Thank you for your understanding and support!
Good Luck All-State Band/ All-State Choir! They will begin their rehearsals today at the Music Educators' Conference for their 2026 All-State Performances this weekend!
🎵Daisy Hill (PCMS, S. Jones) 🎵Jacob Asher (SMHS, B. Casto) 🎵McKenna Broce (SMHS, B.Casto)
8 days ago, Eric Croasmun
Good Luck at All-State
The St. Marys Lady Devils host the Cameron Lady Dragons Wednesday 3-4-26 for a WVSSAC Class A Region 1 Co-Final. The winner will advance to next week's state tournament in Charleston. The tip for tomorrow's game is 7 p.m. You may purchase your ticket online through the WVSSAC site or to make it easier, you may wait to purchase your ticket at the gate with a debit/credit card using our GoFan box office. ALL tickets are $8.00 with a $1.00 GoFan fee. There are NO CASH SALES tomorrow and ONLY WVSSAC passes are permitted for Regional games. Thank you and I hope to see you there tomorrow night.
10 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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11 days ago, Eric Croasmun
Job Postings- Assistant Track, Substitute Cook or Cooks, Substitute Custodian or Custodians) Apply by March 6, 2026
Staff, Students, Community: Let's wear the colors of our schools (or school shirts) on Friday, February 27 to conclude Public Schools Week!
🟣🟡 - 🔴🔵 - 🟡🔵 - 🔵🟡 Let's show our pride in the accomplishments of the students at SMHS, PCMS, BES, SMES!!
15 days ago, Eric Croasmun
Celebrate our schools!
St. Marys High Girls' Basketball hosts Valley(W) tonight at 7 pm in a WVSSAC Class A Region 1 Semi-final matchup. The game will start at 7 pm. All regional games now have one ticket for admission at $8.00 each. Tonight you can pay cash at the gate or use a debit/credit card option when you arrive. Remember ONLY WVSSAC passes are permitted tonight. Gates will open early at 4:45. Hope to see you at the game this evening, thank you!
15 days ago, Howard Meeks II
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