Nicholas County School Bus Route Alterations:
Effective, Thursday, August 27, 2026, and for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year, the bus routes for secondary students attending schools outside of their attendance areas will return to the previous year's routing. Students living outside the area of their school of choice will be permitted to ride the bus in the morning to be taken to either Panther Creek Elementary or Gauley River Elementary and then to either Richwood High/Middle, Summersville Middle or Nicholas County High. In the afternoon, students will be transported from Richwood High/Middle, Summersville Middle and Nicholas Co. High to Panther Creek Elementary where they will transfer to their bus to be taken home. There will be a bus for Richwood High/Middle students on the Nettie side of the county traveling to Deep well and Ward Rd and a bus on the Craigsville side traveling to Fire tower Rd, Woodbine Rd, Bottle Plant Rd. and main Rt. 20 to the church before Crupperneck Rd.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our Transportation Department at 304-872-3611 ext. 1234, 1225, or 1291 .
Effective, Thursday, August 27, 2026, and for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year, the bus routes for secondary students attending schools outside of their attendance areas will return to the previous year's routing. Students living outside the area of their school of choice will be permitted to ride the bus in the morning to be taken to either Panther Creek Elementary or Gauley River Elementary and then to either Richwood High/Middle, Summersville Middle or Nicholas County High. In the afternoon, students will be transported from Richwood High/Middle, Summersville Middle and Nicholas Co. High to Panther Creek Elementary where they will transfer to their bus to be taken home. There will be a bus for Richwood High/Middle students on the Nettie side of the county traveling to Deep well and Ward Rd and a bus on the Craigsville side traveling to Fire tower Rd, Woodbine Rd, Bottle Plant Rd. and main Rt. 20 to the church before Crupperneck Rd.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for your patience. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our Transportation Department at 304-872-3611 ext. 1234, 1225, or 1291 .
Good Morning, due to high water the bus will not be running on a portion of Tioga Road, those students affected will not be counted absent today. thanks and have a great day.
Good Morning, due to high water the bus will not be running on Silo Road or Mountain Valley Road today, those students affected will not be counted absent today. Have a great day.
Good morning, the bus will not be running today in the twenty mile area due to high water, those students affected will not be counted absent today. Have a great day.
📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: Nicholas County Schools has completed Asbestos Management Plans for all county schools in accordance with EPA requirements. These plans outline the location and condition of materials and are available for public inspection at each school and the Board of Education office.
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Nicholas County Schools Start/End Time Schedule for School Year 2026 - 2027.
Stay informed and plan ahead with our 2026–2027 School Year at a Glance! This one-page calendar highlights the most important dates for the upcoming school year, including the first and last day of school, Professional Learning and Faculty Senate Days (no school for students), holiday breaks, OSE days, and graduation dates. We encourage all families to save this flyer and refer to it throughout the year as they plan for school events, vacations, and other important milestones. We look forward to a fantastic 2026–2027 school year!
The “I Love WV Public Schools” campaign provides an opportunity to highlight the countless stories that define public education — from exceptional teachers and hardworking staff to student success, community partnerships, and lifelong connections formed within our schools.
Discover the power of education in West Virginia Public Schools. Every day, students walk through our doors carrying unique challenges and untapped potential. Our dedicated staff notices and nurtures each child's abilities, helping them grow and persevere. This journey transforms possibility into belief, fostering a community where every student can thrive and become who they are meant to be. Join us in celebrating the impact of public education and the bright futures it creates.
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Mark your calendars! Nicholas County Schools is excited to welcome students and families back for Open House. Secondary schools will host their Open House on Tuesday, August 11, from 3:00–5:00 p.m., and elementary schools will welcome families on Wednesday, August 12, from 3:00–5:00 p.m.. These events are a great opportunity to meet teachers, tour the school, and get ready for the new school year. We look forward to seeing everyone as we prepare for the first day of school for all K–12 students on Thursday, August 13!
Check out our summer mobile program. Available June 22nd through July 24th on Tuesdays & Wednesdays at the locations listed on the poster. "Velma" the RV will be providing free grab & go lunch along with learning materials and books this summer for any child 18 years of age & under.
💻 Nicholas County Schools Technology Buy Back Sale! 💻
As we wrap up our district-wide hardware lifecycle updates this summer, we are excited to offer our surplus devices to the community at a steep discount!
📅 When: June 22 – June 26 ONLY
📍 Where: Board of Education Office
💵 Payment: Check or EXACT Cash Only
Available Devices:
📱 iPad (10th Generation) – $250
💻 Apple MacBook Air (15" M2) – $650 (Charger Included)
🖥️ Surface Go 2 (10.5") – $100
💻 Surface Laptop 5 (13.5" Black) – $350
⚠️ Important Details: * All devices are sold as-is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Only the items listed above are for sale.
Once they are gone, they are gone—and there will be no devices sold after June 26th!
Please Note: Chargers are NOT included with any device, except for the Apple MacBook Air.
Check out the attached brochure for more information.
As we wrap up our district-wide hardware lifecycle updates this summer, we are excited to offer our surplus devices to the community at a steep discount!
📅 When: June 22 – June 26 ONLY
📍 Where: Board of Education Office
💵 Payment: Check or EXACT Cash Only
Available Devices:
📱 iPad (10th Generation) – $250
💻 Apple MacBook Air (15" M2) – $650 (Charger Included)
🖥️ Surface Go 2 (10.5") – $100
💻 Surface Laptop 5 (13.5" Black) – $350
⚠️ Important Details: * All devices are sold as-is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Only the items listed above are for sale.
Once they are gone, they are gone—and there will be no devices sold after June 26th!
Please Note: Chargers are NOT included with any device, except for the Apple MacBook Air.
Check out the attached brochure for more information.
🍎 Hunger Doesn't Take a Summer Vacation! 🍎
The Nicholas County Board of Education is proud to sponsor the federally funded Summer Food Service Program, providing meals to ALL children ages 18 years and under!
Meals will run from June 22, 2026, through July 24, 2026.
🏫 Daily Hot Meals (Monday–Friday):
Breakfast and lunch will be served daily at the following schools:
Birch River Elementary (Note: Ends July 23rd)
Cherry River Elementary
Gauley River Elementary
Summersville Elementary
🚐 Weekly Lunch-Only Pickups:
We are also offering Tuesday and Wednesday community pickup stops! (A parent or guardian will need to bring the child when picking up lunch).
📅 For the complete schedule of exact times and community stop locations, please view the "2026 Summer Lunch Programs.pdf" flyer here: https://aptg.co/x6HT91
For more information, please contact Sherrie Moul, Child Nutrition Director, at 304-872-3611 ext. 1235.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
The Nicholas County Board of Education is proud to sponsor the federally funded Summer Food Service Program, providing meals to ALL children ages 18 years and under!
Meals will run from June 22, 2026, through July 24, 2026.
🏫 Daily Hot Meals (Monday–Friday):
Breakfast and lunch will be served daily at the following schools:
Birch River Elementary (Note: Ends July 23rd)
Cherry River Elementary
Gauley River Elementary
Summersville Elementary
🚐 Weekly Lunch-Only Pickups:
We are also offering Tuesday and Wednesday community pickup stops! (A parent or guardian will need to bring the child when picking up lunch).
📅 For the complete schedule of exact times and community stop locations, please view the "2026 Summer Lunch Programs.pdf" flyer here: https://aptg.co/x6HT91
For more information, please contact Sherrie Moul, Child Nutrition Director, at 304-872-3611 ext. 1235.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
The following students received the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment: Mt. Nebo Elementary—Emma Tucker, Mt. Lookout Elementary—Marley Moore, and Summersville Elementary—-Emmalyn Tharp.
Congrats to Mt. Nebo Elementary School in Nicholas County for its academic performance gains in both math and English language arts!
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The following students received the Superintendent’s Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment: Charity Kyle—Richwood Middle School and Frank Faust—Summersville Middle School.
School Bus pick up times may be delayed today, Wednesday, April 8, 2026 due to a tractor and trailer accident on route 19 at the Nicholas County High School red light. This may delay our buses exiting the garage this morning in route for student pick up.
The following students were presented the Superintendents Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment: Nate Noe—NCCTC, Caitlin Boley—RHS, and Kaden Williams—NCHS.
The following students were presented the Superintendents Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment: Panther Creek Elementary—Sawyer Hanshaw, Cherry River Elementary—Lainey Boyce, Gauley River Elementary—Olivia Braisher.
The following students received the Superintendents Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment:: Anna Canfield-Birch River Elementary, Marley Kiser- Glade Creek Elementary, and Clarena Hamilton-Zela Elementary.
The following students were presented the Superintendents Challenge Coin for their outstanding display of Character and Commitment: Jacqueline Simpkin-Mt. Lookout Elementary, Harper Williams-Mt. Nebo Elementary, and Daisy Skidmore-Summersville Elementary.
