The Evan G Roberts Charitable Trust presented Tracey Filben, John Marshall High School Band Director, with a check for $19,000 to sponsor a new drumline for the John Marshall High School Band.

The Evan G Roberts Trust is thrilled to support the inaugural steel drum ensemble at Moundsville Middle School. The trust recently presented a check to MMS Band Director Nicholas Bruce for $9,000 to help offset the cost of the new steel drums.

Here’s where you can watch WJMH Media’s live broadcast of the Wheeling Park vs. John Marshall football game, tomorrow night at 7, from Monarch Stadium. WTRF 7News My Ohio Valley (Xfinity- 1165, Dish- 6, DIRECTV- 8, OTA- 7.2) WTRF Facebook page WTRF+ WJMH Media YouTube channel

This Monday, November 10, 2025, from 11 am – 2 pm, is the next Lawyer in the School clinic at the BOE office, sponsored by @LegalAidWV. Eligible parents or caregivers of our students can get free, legal information or advice from a lawyer. Questions? 📞304-232-1260 ext. 3223.

“Play ball!” The popular costumed mascot of the Pittsburgh Pirates, The Pirate Parrot, joined Central Elementary 5th graders for a game of Wiffle ball on Thursday morning. The Pirate Parrot also visited third and fourth grade students in their classrooms.

Central Elementary students, faculty and staff, along with community members, honored American Heroes during the school's annual Veterans Day program on Thursday, November 6, 2025. This year’s ceremony took place on the lawn of the Marshall County Courthouse.

All Marshall County schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. Marshall County Schools would like to thank Veterans today, tomorrow and always for their service.

This week, Monarch Company presents “The Boardinghouse” in the John Marshall High School CPA. Friday, November 14: 7:00 pm Saturday, November 15: 7:00 pm Sunday, November 16: 2:00 pm Here's more about the show and how you can get tickets: boe.mars.k12.wv.us/article/2543642

Coaching for All West Virginians is a mental health and wellness program funded by the WV Department of Education, in partnership with the Cook Center for Human Connection. Parents, caregivers, and school staff can access expert coaching at no cost. Information attached.

Moundsville Middle School Students of the Month for October are Kenzie Polsinelli (6), Carlee Buzzard (7) and Levi Johnson (8). These students are of good standing in grades and behavior. They were nominated, and then voted on by the MMS faculty.

Dr. Haines signed a proclamation declaring November 17-21, 2025, as American Education Week in Marshall County. Students, faculty and staff will participate in special events all this week. This year’s theme is "Together for Safe, Just & Equitable Schools."

WV Wraparound is West Virginia’s statewide approach to support children and families. It brings together multiple systems and services to create a coordinated, family-driven plan of care for children with significant behavioral, emotional, or mental health needs.

In observance of Thanksgiving, all public schools in Marshall County will be closed on the dates listed below. Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Thursday, November 27, 2025 Friday, November 28, 2025 Educating Kids - Building Communities

Marshall County Schools, WV Superintendent Dr. Shelby Haines taught students in Peyton Bertram’s Introduction to Ag class, at John Marshall, how to make pickles and can them. Tony Martinelli, president and CEO of WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital, was a guest student in the class on Wednesday.

More than 150 Marshall County Special Olympians hit the hardwood yesterday to compete in dribbling, shooting and passing events at the annual Special Olympics Basketball competition at JMHS. Peer tutors from Cameron High School and John Marshall High School assisted the athletes.

Tomorrow, Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1:55 pm, WJMH Media will provide a LIVE stream of the 55th annual Chamber Of Commerce Christmas Parade via its YouTube channel. Click the link to watch the LIVE broadcast: youtube.com/@WJMHMedia An on-demand replay will also be available.

John Marshall High School Band Director Tracey Filben conducted the Marshall University Middle School Honor Band on Friday. Lydia Winland, an 8th grade band student from Moundsville Middle School, participated as a member of the honor band.

Becky Ryder, an interventionist at Glen Dale Elementary School, has earned the West Virginia Reading Association’s Eddie C. Kennedy Award. This honor recognizes teachers who have made extraordinary contributions in helping students become proficient and passionate readers.

The Marshall County Strings Program will present its elementary and middle school winter concert on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 6:30 pm, at the JMHS CPA. Sounds of the holidays will fill the stage with familiar pieces and unique arrangements of traditional carols.

MMS and JMHS students gave $25,000 to the Shepherd's Pantry, thanks to a donation from the Hayhurst Family Foundation. The students received the money for participating in the Mountain State Innovators Summit. Here's more about the student competition: boe.mars.k12.wv.us/article/2567932