We hope our students are having a wonderful Thanksgiving break and are completing their reading challenge! Don't forget to return the paper on Monday, December 1, to get the reward in December!
As a part of American Education Week, Thomas Kootz, meteorologist for WBOY, came to talk to the students about his job. He also brought along Snowbird to recognize the top readers from our Summer Reading Challenge. Congratulations to our top readers!
If your child did not have his/her picture taken on picture day or you would like your child's picture retaken, picture make-up day is Monday, December 1.
📣 Reminder!
Sarris Candy paper orders are due tomorrow, Friday, November 21. We won’t be able to accept late paper orders, but you can still order online!
🛒 Order online until December 14th at:
SarrisCandiesFundraising.com
Use Group ID: 10-3911
Thank you for supporting WTES PTO! 🎁🍬
Congratulations to our November students of the month!
We are having a Thanksgiving Break Reading Challenge! Read 20 minutes a day for 4 days and record it on the paper that came home with your child today to receive an exciting reward after break. The completed form MUST be returned the first day back from Thanksgiving Break.
Check out our December Newsletter!
Holiday Market
Congratulations to the teachers from Taylor County Schools who received mini-grants from Your Community Foundation!
These grants will support innovative projects and instruction at Anna Jarvis Elementary School, West Taylor Elementary School, and Grafton High School.
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who took the time to apply for these opportunities, and to Your Community Foundation for their generosity in providing funding that directly benefits our students. Your support helps make great things happen in our schools every day!
These grants will support innovative projects and instruction at Anna Jarvis Elementary School, West Taylor Elementary School, and Grafton High School.
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who took the time to apply for these opportunities, and to Your Community Foundation for their generosity in providing funding that directly benefits our students. Your support helps make great things happen in our schools every day!
Check out this short video about using tools strategically to solve math concepts! The video shows how choosing the right tool can make problem-solving easier and more meaningful. Just like in everyday life, selecting the appropriate tool helps us understand situations better and find solutions more efficiently.
Unite with Numeracy - Common Factor, Episode 6
West Taylor Elementary School achieved the Exceeds Standards performance level in Academic Progress: English Language Arts on the 2025 West Virginia Balanced Scorecard.
Don’t forget — Popcorn Thursday is tomorrow! Bring your $1 to grab a tasty popcorn snack at school! 🍿
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready!
Visit mylifetouch.com to log in or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
Thank you!
Happy Veteran's Day to all who served.
Taylor County Schools Hosts WVDE Regional Math Training
Today, Taylor County Schools proudly hosted the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Regional Math Training. We welcomed K–5 teachers from across our county and neighboring counties for a day focused on building math instruction excellence.
Participants explored valuable math resources and strategies designed to strengthen student understanding and application of key math concepts.
A heartfelt thank-you to all the educators who joined us for this collaborative learning experience and to the WVDE for partnering with us to support high-quality math education across the region!
Today, Taylor County Schools proudly hosted the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Regional Math Training. We welcomed K–5 teachers from across our county and neighboring counties for a day focused on building math instruction excellence.
Participants explored valuable math resources and strategies designed to strengthen student understanding and application of key math concepts.
A heartfelt thank-you to all the educators who joined us for this collaborative learning experience and to the WVDE for partnering with us to support high-quality math education across the region!
Check out this short video about modeling with mathematics in everyday life. In this clip, you'll see how modeling with mathematics is used to track the elk population in West Virginia.
Unite with Numeracy - Common Factor, Episode 5
Taylor County Schools
Inclement Weather Procedures Student/Parent/Guardian Reference Sheet for 2025-2026
Inclement Weather Procedures Student/Parent/Guardian Reference Sheet for 2025-2026
Reminder that our Fall Picture Day is on Monday, November 11. Even if you're not purchasing pictures, these pictures will be used for the yearbook.
Thank You for Supporting Our Food Drive!
This week, Communities In Schools hosted a food drive at each school. Thanks to the generosity of our students, families, and staff, we were able to provide much-needed food to local food pantries. Your kindness and support make a real difference in our community—thank you for helping us give back!
This week, Communities In Schools hosted a food drive at each school. Thanks to the generosity of our students, families, and staff, we were able to provide much-needed food to local food pantries. Your kindness and support make a real difference in our community—thank you for helping us give back!
PTO is kicking off our holiday Sarris Candy fundraiser. 25% of all orders goes to WTES PTO to support our school and students throughout the school year!
Orders can be placed with a student and submitted to the school via the order form by November 21st and available for pick-up at the school around December 12.
Order can also be placed online at SarrisCandiesFundraising.com with the Group ID# 10-3911. Online ordering is available through Sunday, December 14th and orders will ship directly to your home.
Thank you for supporting our students and school! If you have any questions, please contact Barbara Robrecht at (304) 840-8590 or email westtaylores.pto@gmail.com.
