SMART529 Fund the Future Sweepstakes Opportunity
The West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office (WVSTO) announced the Fund the Future Sweepstakes on May 1, 2026. One lucky West Virginia child will win a $10,000 SMART529 College Savings account. Children must be 17 years of age or younger to enter. Deadline is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The entry form and official sweepstakes rules can be found at www.wvtreasury.gov/fundthefuture.
•Entries must be completed by a parent or legal guardian •Child must be 17 or younger •Child AND parent or legal guardian must be a resident of West Virginia •Only one entry per eligible child permitted •Multiple children in a household may be entered to win *See Official Sweepstakes Rules for eligibility requirement details and other contest rules.
Research shows that children, with even a small amount of college savings, are 2.5 times more likely to graduate from college. We hope our sweepstakes inspires families to learn about the SMART529 College Savings Program and start planning for their child’s educational future. Funds saved in a SMART529 account aren’t just limited to paying for college – the funds can also be used for apprenticeship programs as well as vocational and trade schools across the United States and even some foreign institutions.
Bus 17 will pick up and drop off Bus 23 students on Friday, May 1.
Update on the Spring Fundraiser!
Prizes have been ordered and will be arriving very soon. We will be planning some time with Madelyn Odell, with World's Finest Chocolate, to hand these prizes out and recognize our great salespeople.
Thank you for all your help!
Prizes have been ordered and will be arriving very soon. We will be planning some time with Madelyn Odell, with World's Finest Chocolate, to hand these prizes out and recognize our great salespeople.
Thank you for all your help!
🧁✨ Muffins + Memories = The Perfect Morning! ✨🧁
Grab your little one and their favorite grown-up and join us for a sweet time at Muffins with My Grown Up! 💕
Enjoy delicious muffins, smiles, and special moments as we celebrate the amazing women in our children’s lives—whether it’s mom, grandma, aunt, or another special someone! 🌸
📅 Friday, May 8th
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Save the Children ESSS Room
Come ready to laugh, connect, and make memories that matter! This fun-filled event is perfect for families with children under 5.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🥰
📣 You’re Invited! School-Level & LEA Title I Parent Meeting 📣
Families are important partners in education. Please join us to learn, ask questions, and share your voice.
📅 Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: CCS Board Office
🍎 Light refreshments will be provided.
✅ Topics Include:
• Parent & Family Engagement Policy
• School–Parent Compact
• How families can support student success
• Understanding student assessments
• Supporting learning in reading and mathematics
• Preview of the FY 2026–2027 school calendar
• Strategic/Consolidated Planning
• Questions and answers
• Callhoun Advisory Team meeting at 1:00 p.m.
📩 RSVP / Contact:
Jeannie Bennett‑Yoak: jbennett@k12.wv.us
Kelley O’Harrow: khsampson@k12.wv.us
Patty Haught: phaught@k12.wv.us
💛 Your participation matters. We hope to see you there!
Families are important partners in education. Please join us to learn, ask questions, and share your voice.
📅 Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: CCS Board Office
🍎 Light refreshments will be provided.
✅ Topics Include:
• Parent & Family Engagement Policy
• School–Parent Compact
• How families can support student success
• Understanding student assessments
• Supporting learning in reading and mathematics
• Preview of the FY 2026–2027 school calendar
• Strategic/Consolidated Planning
• Questions and answers
• Callhoun Advisory Team meeting at 1:00 p.m.
📩 RSVP / Contact:
Jeannie Bennett‑Yoak: jbennett@k12.wv.us
Kelley O’Harrow: khsampson@k12.wv.us
Patty Haught: phaught@k12.wv.us
💛 Your participation matters. We hope to see you there!
3rd & 4th Grade Families 📣
We’re getting ready for the GSA, and we’d love your help in cheering on our students! Please consider making a sign of encouragement for your child to help motivate them during testing.
Posters are available for pick-up at PHE, or you may create your own at home. If making one, please keep it to 8.5x14 or smaller.
All signs are needed by this Friday. Thank you for helping us support and uplift our students—we know your encouragement makes a difference! 💙
📚✏️ WVGSA Testing Reminder for Families ✏️📚
Parents and students, please note that 3rd and 4th grade students will be completing the final two sections of the West Virginia General Summative Assessment (WVGSA) on Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th. Testing will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m., so it is very important that students arrive on time.
We are aiming for 100% attendance on these days so all students can complete the assessments together.
✅ Get a good night’s sleep
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Arrive at school on time (testing starts at 8:30 a.m.)
✅ Encourage your child to do their best
✅ Remind students to read questions carefully and take their time
✅ Remember: These tests are not timed
A calm, positive start to the day makes a big difference! 💙💛
Parents and students, please note that 3rd and 4th grade students will be completing the final two sections of the West Virginia General Summative Assessment (WVGSA) on Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th. Testing will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m., so it is very important that students arrive on time.
We are aiming for 100% attendance on these days so all students can complete the assessments together.
✅ Get a good night’s sleep
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast
✅ Arrive at school on time (testing starts at 8:30 a.m.)
✅ Encourage your child to do their best
✅ Remind students to read questions carefully and take their time
✅ Remember: These tests are not timed
A calm, positive start to the day makes a big difference! 💙💛
Yearbooks are in !! If you have already ordered I will be sending them home within the next couple days! If you haven't ordered and would like one. I will have a few left so you can get one!! (limited supply)
Call or stop by,
$25.00 each.
Saundra Ballengee
Secretary
PHE
Call or stop by,
$25.00 each.
Saundra Ballengee
Secretary
PHE
📣 Attention 3rd & 4th Grade Families! ✏️
Tomorrow is an important day for our students as they take the writing section of the WVGSA! We know they’ve been working hard and are ready to shine. 🌟
You can help your child feel confident and prepared by:
✔️ Making sure they get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Eating a healthy breakfast in the morning
✔️ Arriving at school on time
✔️ Encouraging them to do their best and take their time
✔️ Reminding them how proud you are of their effort
A little preparation and encouragement at home can go a long way in helping our students succeed!
Let’s cheer on our amazing learners—good luck to all of our 3rd and 4th graders! 💙🦅
🌟 Pleasant Hill Attendance Spotlight! 🌟
At Pleasant Hill, we love celebrating students who show up, work hard, and stay committed. Each week, we recognize a student who has demonstrated perfect attendance and earned a special place in our Eagle’s Nest! 🦅💛💙
This week’s Eagle’s Nest Student of the Week is…
✨Kayson Smarr✨
We’re so proud of this student’s dedication!
At the end of each week, we’ll continue randomly recognizing students with strong attendance, so keep showing up and doing your best—your name might be next!
#PHEStrong #EaglesNest #AttendanceMatters #PleasantHillProud #MissingSchool=MissingOut
At Pleasant Hill, we love celebrating students who show up, work hard, and stay committed. Each week, we recognize a student who has demonstrated perfect attendance and earned a special place in our Eagle’s Nest! 🦅💛💙
This week’s Eagle’s Nest Student of the Week is…
✨Kayson Smarr✨
We’re so proud of this student’s dedication!
At the end of each week, we’ll continue randomly recognizing students with strong attendance, so keep showing up and doing your best—your name might be next!
#PHEStrong #EaglesNest #AttendanceMatters #PleasantHillProud #MissingSchool=MissingOut
Calhoun Middle High School will be closed tomorrow due to the PSD working on a water line.
Arnoldsburg Elementary School (AES) and Pleasant Hill Elementary (PHE) will operate on a normal schedule.
📚✨ Exciting News! ✨📚
Our Spring Book Fair will be open this evening for our students, families, and community to enjoy—thanks to Title I!
🕓 Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: PHE Library
We hope you’ll stop by, browse some great books, and celebrate reading with us. See you there!
Our Spring Book Fair will be open this evening for our students, families, and community to enjoy—thanks to Title I!
🕓 Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: PHE Library
We hope you’ll stop by, browse some great books, and celebrate reading with us. See you there!
Pleasant Hill Families 💙
We value your voice! Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey on family involvement. Your feedback helps us strengthen partnerships and better support our students and families.
👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5ArasS1DBZ
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping make Pleasant Hill an even better place for our students!
We value your voice! Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey on family involvement. Your feedback helps us strengthen partnerships and better support our students and families.
👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/5ArasS1DBZ
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping make Pleasant Hill an even better place for our students!
📘 WVGSA Writing Assessment – Grades 3rd and 4th
On Wednesday, April 22nd, all 3rd and 4th grade students will complete the Writing portion of the WVGSA as part of end‑of‑year testing.
⏰ Testing begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
✅ Attendance and on‑time arrival are very important as students must complete their writing before leaving school for the day. The assessment is NOT timed.
Families can help by ensuring students get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time ready to do their best.
Thank you for your continued support!
On Wednesday, April 22nd, all 3rd and 4th grade students will complete the Writing portion of the WVGSA as part of end‑of‑year testing.
⏰ Testing begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
✅ Attendance and on‑time arrival are very important as students must complete their writing before leaving school for the day. The assessment is NOT timed.
Families can help by ensuring students get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time ready to do their best.
Thank you for your continued support!
📣 PTO Meeting Reminder!
Please join us for our upcoming PTO meeting on
🗓 April 20th
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 School Cafeteria
We hope to see you there!
Thank you to all that have participated in our spring fundraiser with Worlds Finest Chocolates. So far we have met our 50% mark!!
We still have several boxes out that monies havent been brought in for, continue to sell, sell, sell!! Thursday is the final day to check out Chocolate and Friday is the last day to turn in money.
We still have one Golden Ticket out!!
Those who sell at least one complete box, names go into a drawing for a 5# Chocolate Bar donated by World's Finest Chocolate. Top Seller gets a Karaoke Machine!!
We still have several boxes out that monies havent been brought in for, continue to sell, sell, sell!! Thursday is the final day to check out Chocolate and Friday is the last day to turn in money.
We still have one Golden Ticket out!!
Those who sell at least one complete box, names go into a drawing for a 5# Chocolate Bar donated by World's Finest Chocolate. Top Seller gets a Karaoke Machine!!
We are down to the final week!!!
World's Finest Chocolate Fundraiser is on the back stretch!!
Come on friends! Sell those candy bars!! Turn your money in as soon as you can!!
World's Finest Chocolate Fundraiser is on the back stretch!!
Come on friends! Sell those candy bars!! Turn your money in as soon as you can!!
We’d love your input as we plan our upcoming summer camp opportunities. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey and share your thoughts—your feedback truly matters!
Thank you for helping us create the best possible experience for our students!
2026 CCS Summer Camp Survey
🌟 Pleasant Hill Attendance Spotlight! 🌟
At Pleasant Hill, we love celebrating students who show up, work hard, and stay committed. Each week, we recognize a student who has demonstrated perfect attendance and earned a special place in our Eagle’s Nest! 🦅💛💙
This week’s Eagle’s Nest Student of the Week is…
✨Austin Rayman✨
We’re so proud of this student’s dedication!
At the end of each week, we’ll continue randomly recognizing students with strong attendance, so keep showing up and doing your best—your name might be next!
#PHEStrong #EaglesNest #AttendanceMatters #PleasantHillProud #MissingSchool=MissingOut
At Pleasant Hill, we love celebrating students who show up, work hard, and stay committed. Each week, we recognize a student who has demonstrated perfect attendance and earned a special place in our Eagle’s Nest! 🦅💛💙
This week’s Eagle’s Nest Student of the Week is…
✨Austin Rayman✨
We’re so proud of this student’s dedication!
At the end of each week, we’ll continue randomly recognizing students with strong attendance, so keep showing up and doing your best—your name might be next!
#PHEStrong #EaglesNest #AttendanceMatters #PleasantHillProud #MissingSchool=MissingOut
The bookfair is coming to PHE April 13-17.
We will have a preview day on April 13 and shopping will begin on Tuesday, April 14 through Friday, April 17. We will open for families and the community on Thursday, April 16 from 3:30pm-5:00pm.
This bookfair is a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE bookfair! Attached below is a link to set up an ewallet for your child if you are interested.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pleasanthillelementarysch