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.
2. Eligibility
A candidate must meet each of the following conditions:
o Be a senior, in good standing at St. Marys High School
o Plan to attend any accredited 2- or 4-year university, college, community college, vocational/technical institute, military, or other advanced apprenticeship beginning the fall of the student’s graduating year.
3. Scholarship Awards
Two scholarships for a minimum of $500 each will be awarded to the selected graduate seniors. Scholarship monies can be applied toward tuition, fees or costs associated with advanced education. To receive the award proof of enrollment or paid receipt for expenses must be presented to the Booster Club.
Additional scholarships may be granted by the organization based on available funding.
4. Application Requirements
o Must be a St. Marys High School student athlete, trainer or support staff.
o Must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, verified by transcript or signed letter from school counselor.
o Submit a completed application *SUBMITTED ON TIME*
o Must graduate from St. Marys High School.
o Essay 200-500 words on the topic of “What Athletics Has Meant to Me” or “Describe an Event That has Impacted Your Future Goals”.
o Two letters of recommendation, only one can be from a coach or teacher, the second should be from a community member not related to the student that can speak to their character.
Dear Parents and Guardians of the Class of 2026,
As we enter the final stretch of your child’s senior year, we want to take a moment to share several important upcoming dates and events. This is an exciting and meaningful time for our seniors, and we appreciate your support in helping them finish strong.
Please review the important dates below and mark your calendars:
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📅 Upcoming Senior Events
• May 4th-May 8th: Senior Interviews, this is not formal but required for seniors to complete. A date and time will be provided to students. If your student misses their scheduled interview they will need to reschedule with Mrs. Rinard.
• May 5th: College Decision Day: Parents and families are welcome to attend to celebrate with your students. This will be held at 9am in the SMHS Auditorium. College representatives may be in attendance, so we encourage students to wear college related t-shirts or colors on this day.
• Work Force Signing: May 7th 9am in SMHS Auditorium. Families and community are welcome to attend.
• May 7th: Academic Honors Ceremony 6pm in SMHS Auditorium. Seniors will receive cords and sashes as well as National Honors Society will recognize their champions in their life.
• Senior Exams – May 11th-14th
Seniors must meet all academic requirements to participate in graduation ceremonies.
Seniors need to attend advisory during this week, as inside walking practice will be conducted.
----Half day students please see Mrs. Rinard to schedule days you are able to attend.
Senior Trip – May 15th Students who do not attend, will have to report to school that day.
• Awards Day Ceremony – May 18th. Students need to arrive in their cap and gowns with professional dress, students will report to school as normal and following dismissal from homeroom will report to the gymnasium. The ceremony will be held in SMHS auditorium and will begin at 9am. Students are required to attend and must attend all day 8:00 to 3:30pm. Students will be permitted to leave for lunch with families but must be signed out by parents and or guardian, who is authorized to signed them out. This ceremony will be honoring scholarships, academic achievements, and senior recognition, as well as senior slide show, MOVTI awards and senior special gift from Mrs. Rinard.
• Graduation Practice will be held weather permitting on SMHS football field. Students need to report there on the following days.
• May 19th: 10am
• 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 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.
• For students to be able to participate in graduation they must meet the following:
• -All required graduations academic requirements
• -Completed senior interview
• -Attend all required events: Awards Day Ceremony, Walking Practices
• 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.
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📌 Important Reminders
• All fees, fines, and obligations must be cleared prior to graduation.
• Seniors must meet attendance and academic requirements to participate in end-of-year activities.
• Appropriate dress and behavior are expected at all school-sponsored events.
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🎓 Final Note to Students
This is one of the most important days of your life—how you present yourself matters. Dress in a way that makes you feel confident, proud, and ready to celebrate your accomplishments.
This is a time filled with excitement, reflection, and anticipation for what lies ahead. We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished. Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout their high school journey.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school or email me at lrinard@k12.wv.us
Sincerely,
Loura Rinard
School Counselor
St. Marys High School
We look forward to kicking of a great night with the help of our school community!
SMHS Baseball will host Frontier, OH tonight. That game time will also now be a 6 p.m. start. It was listed as a 5 p.m. start on earlier schedules, but it is a 6 p.m. start tonight. Good luck to both teams!
THERE ARE VACCINE REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE STARTING SCHOOL (WV Code 64CSR95).
7th graders are required to have proof of one dose of Tdap vaccine and one dose of MCV4 VACCINE.
12th graders are required to have proof of one dose of Tdap vaccine and proof of a 2nd dose of MCV4 vaccine.
These have to be complete by the first day of school. If student comes to school without proof, parent will be called to come and pick student up from school. The absences will not be excused.
Reach out to your child’s physician or the health dept. at (304)-684-2461 to get these scheduled.
Please call your child’s school nurse with any questions.
St. Marys High School is pleased to invite families and community members to be part of a special evening as we celebrate our Junior and Senior students at Prom 2026.
📍 Location: St. Marys Marina
📅 Date: April 25th
⏰ Grand Walk-Through: 6:45 PM
The evening will begin with a Grand Walk-Through, where students will make their formal entrance into prom. This cherished tradition offers our community the opportunity to celebrate and support our students as they take part in this memorable milestone.
🚗 Parking Information:
Guests are kindly asked to park in designated areas to ensure a safe and organized experience for all attendees.
We look forward to sharing this exciting night with our community as we honor the Class of 2026 and their achievements.
https://smhsargus.com/8320/news/smhs-announces-3rd-nine-weeks-academic-honors-list/
It’s time to celebrate our incredible Class of 2026 as we proudly announce this year’s Prom King and Queen Candidates! 🎉
These students have been selected by their peers and represent leadership, school spirit, and what it means to be a Blue Devil. 💜💛
👑 Prom Queen Candidates:
Taylor Brode
Marta Willach
Madison Taylor
Alyssa Dawson
Madeline Steele
🤴 Prom King Candidates:
Sean Yang
Ashton Davis
Jace Larsen
Shane Deweese
Max Dauch
Join us in congratulating these outstanding seniors as they prepare for one of the most memorable nights of their high school journey!
It’s time to celebrate our incredible Class of 2026 as we proudly announce this year’s Prom King and Queen Candidates! 🎉
These students have been selected by their peers and represent leadership, school spirit, and what it means to be a Blue Devil. 💜💛
👑 Prom Queen Candidates:
Taylor Brode
Marta Willach
Madison Taylor
Alyssa Dawson
Madeline Steele
🤴 Prom King Candidates:
Sean Yang
Ashton Davis
Jace Larsen
Shane Deweese
Max Dauch
Join us in congratulating these outstanding seniors as they prepare for one of the most memorable nights of their high school journey!
Don’t forget—FREE PROM DINNER is waiting for you! 🍽️💃🕺
Before you head out for one of the biggest nights of the year, come enjoy a delicious meal with your friends—at no cost to you. That means more money in your pocket for photos, flowers, and all the fun that comes with prom night! 💸📸
✔️ No lines
✔️ Great food
✔️ Relaxed, fun atmosphere
✔️ Time to make memories with your friends before the dance
Skip the stress of crowded restaurants and long waits—this is your chance to start the night off right, surrounded by your classmates and good vibes!
✨ Come hungry. Leave happy. Make it a night to remember. ✨
We can’t wait to see you there! 💙
Sign up in front of the office or reach out to Mrs Rinard at lrinard@k12.wv.us. Or Judy Nutter !
We are excited to recognize 17 students who have earned the honor of State FFA Degree Candidates—the most in our school’s history and the highest number in the state! Additionally, Miss Callie Bennett placed 2nd in a Proficiency Application in Diversified Livestock Production!
We also want to give a big congratulations to three of our community partners for earning Honorary Degree candidates- Johnny Riggs, Mark Hadley, and our very own Mr. Smitley!
Your hard work, dedication, and Blue Devil pride continue to shine—we couldn’t be more proud!
