Celebrating Our South Branch Technical Center Students' Achievements!
As we reflect on an incredible year, it’s time to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our South Branch Technical Center students. Each quarter, our students have shown remarkable dedication, skill, and passion in their respective programs.
First Quarter Achievements:
- Kacy Bennett - Automotive
- Jaiden Mitts - Cosmetology
- James Waybright - Welding
Second Quarter Achievements:
- Ruby McClanahan - Cosmetology
- Jaida Reel - Law and Public Safety
Third Quarter Achievements:
- Orrin Merrick - Building Maintenance and Operations
- Michael Miller - Carpentry
In addition to these quarterly recognitions, we are thrilled to announce that several PCHS students will be inducted into the National Technical Honor Society on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at the Landes Arts Center. We encourage everyone to attend and show support for our worthy inductees:
- Gabriel Harvey
- Makinley Hedrick
- Cashton Kisamore
- Kaitlyn McQuain
- Michael Miller
- Jaiden Mitts
- Jaida Reel
Furthermore, we are proud to recognize the accomplishments of our students who excelled in local competitions and will represent us at the State SkillsUSA competitions in Fairmont, WV, on March 27, 28, and 29. They are:
- Makinley Hedrick - Architectural Drafting
- Cashton Kisamore - Basic Residential Wiring
- Orrin Merrick - Construction Tool ID
- Gabriel Harvey - Construction Tool ID
- Andrew Mowery - Industrial Motor Control
- Lucas VanDevander - Welding Fabrication
Let's all come together to celebrate these students' hard work, achievement, and commitment to their trades. Their dedication inspires us all, and we look forward to witnessing their continued success.
Congratulations to all our students!
Pendleton County Schools is aware that the Town of Franklin will be under a boil water advisory - from Wednesday, March 19 through Thursday, March 20 - which includes Pendleton County Middle/High School and Franklin Elementary School. We have a plan in place to provide bottled water to all students and staff.
The Trig/Precal class celebrated Pi Day by sharing fun facts and poems and describing objects!
The art students have been hard at work. Art 1 worked with the principals of balance and harmony by creating Yin Yang symbols that encompassed opposite themes in a harmonious way. Art 2 created beautiful Spring compositions for the window display at the Pill Box on Main Street in Franklin. Advanced art painted still lives that show objects that are personal to them in some way to reveal their personalities to viewers. We are entering the final 9 weeks and will have lots of cool stuff to show off by the end of May!
Attention, juniors! SAT School Day is coming to our school this spring. More details and prep tips to come! In the meantime, see what the digital SAT is all about at sat.org/whytake. #SATSchoolDay
Practice Test: March 27th
Actual SAT School Day: April 9th
It's that time of year again....2025-26 School Year Scheduling Nights will be held on the following evenings from 3:45 - 6 p.m.:
Tuesday, April 1st—Current Juniors
Wednesday, April 2nd—Current Sophomores
Monday, April 7th—Current Freshman
Thursday, April 10th—Current 8th Grade
The deadlines for the Governor's School of Literacy through the Arts, Culture, and History and the Governor's Honors Academy are approaching! If you are interested in applying please see a school counselor.
🏀UPDATE ON MARCH MADNESS ATTENDANCE COMPETITION🏀
Here are the scores for this week's attendance :
Middle School Bracket: 7th grade = 94.1% vs. 8th grade = 95.7%
Underclassmen Bracket: 9th grade = 91.0% vs. 10th grade = 92.7%
Upperclassmen Bracket: 11th grade = 90.5% vs. 12th grade = 87.2%
The following grades will advance to next week's bracket: 8th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade for a chance to win a trip to the bowling alley on April 4th. 🎉
Congratulations to Lauren for placing 3rd in the Plant Science category at the State Science and Engineering Fair.🎉
Congratulations to Titus for placing as an alternate at Regional Math Field Day!
There is a student and parent survey available on our school's webpage in the News section that will be available until Friday, March 14th. There is an Opt Out form if parents do not want students to participate, and the survey is completely voluntary. Students will be provided time Thursday during advisory to complete the survey.
The link to the survey is:
https://www.pendletoncountyschools.com/o/pcmhs/article/2075902
"This is not how my teachers taught me how to do this math."
"I don't know how to do this."
If you are a parent or caregiver and would like to know more about the WVDE's Unite with Numeracy, the 8 Mathematical Habits of Mind, or need help with current math homework we have the place just for you on our website!
Find more information about Unite with Numeracy/8 Habits of Mind here: https://www.pendletoncountyschools.com/page/parent-connection-mathematics
Find individual grade level support with our current math series by chapter and lesson here: https://www.pendletoncountyschools.com/o/pcs/page/savvas-math-supportfamily-engagement
It's WVSSAC Girls Basketball Tournament Week...see below for ticket information.
There will be a Hunter's Education class at the high school for our students on March 13th and 14th. If your child wants to participate or lost their paper, please have them come to the office to get a new form. The form is due on Tuesday, March 11th. For more information, please call 304.358.2573.
🏀UPDATE ON MARCH MADNESS ATTENDANCE COMPETITION🏀
7th grade = 96.2%
8th grade = 95.7%
9th grade = 94.8%
10th grade = 89.1%
11th grade = 94.3%
12th grade = 90.0%
The winning grade level will win a trip to the bowling alley. Let's keep up the good work Wildcats!
We are excited to have EVERY 7th grader and 90% of our 8th graders here! Thank you to our middle school students for being present today!
Check out the following opportunities with the Pendleton County Family Support Center for this month!
Pendleton County Schools is aware that the Town of Franklin will be under a boil water advisory - from Friday, March 7 through Saturday, March 8 - which includes Pendleton County Middle/High School and Franklin Elementary School. We have a plan in place to provide bottled water to all students and staff.
Come out Wednesday, March 5th at 7 p.m. to watch as our Lady Wildcats host the Warriors of Pocahontas County in a Regional Final Game.
The PEP Club is sponsoring a 'White Out'!
Admission will be $7 for all, only WVSSA Passes accepted.
Hope to see you at the game.
Please Note: Due to inclement weather and school closings, Pendleton County Schools will be in normal session March 17-March 21. Spring Break was previously scheduled for this week.