the board finally listened and decided against the consolidation plan. im honestly just so happy that we get to keep our schools exactly where they belong. lets keep an eye on things just to make sure they follow through on the rebuild properly.
February 21, 2017
Final supporters
The recommendation of the Superintendent of Nicholas County Schools to consolidate the middle schools and high school does not consider the community and student needs. The students need the feeling of community and Richwood has a rich community feeling. The students have a strong band and chorus as well as athletics. The rigor in the school academics is established as well. As a community Richwood relies on the school as a centerpiece of the community. Students need to see the value of the strong community through the school.
The teachers and staff create a safe and secure environment and pride in the school. As a community we are calling for a reconsideration of the superintendents recommendation by the Board members and take time to listen to the parents and community for input of what is best for students NOT what is best for adults. The federal government is paying for the schools and denying the community to rebuild after the devastation is not responsible nor is it in the best interest of our students. As a core group of individuals we are asking for the reconsideration of consolidation and the rebuilding of schools.
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Reached 100 supporters
January 12, 2017
405 Comments
I am an RHS graduate. My mom and stepfather taught at the middle school until their retirement. These schools must stay in Richwood to help the community's economic recovery from the flood. Also, I believe two high schools better provide opportunities for the students.
I do not want to see the schools consolidated. Too many kids are getting lost in the system now. Some of these kids are only getting the attention they need from the school system. Do we want to loose that by putting so many kids in one school where they loose their identity and only become a number? No!!!!
I went to a bigger school in another state. I dropped out. I don't want the thought in my head of my children, who will start attending The middle school in 3 years, dropping out. I returned to Richwood High School to finish my education and graduate.
The county needs strong communities as a tax base. To remove the school from Richwood would be as big of a negative impact on the community as the loss of the hospital. Revitalization of the community will be highly unlikely without the school. Why leave FEMA money on the table when our economy is depressed?
Please keep Richwood Schools in Richwood! Do not consolidate and give our students a longer bus route and loss of community. Small community schools are proven to be more successful than larger, consolidated schools. Data from WVDE proves the students of RHS are currently excelling.
Keep our schools in Richwood
Preserve Richwood Schools
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the board finally listened and decided against the consolidation plan. im honestly just so happy that we get to keep our schools exactly where they belong. lets keep an eye on things just to make sure they follow through on the rebuild properly.
February 21, 2017
Final supporters
The recommendation of the Superintendent of Nicholas County Schools to consolidate the middle schools and high school does not consider the community and student needs. The students need the feeling of community and Richwood has a rich community feeling. The students have a strong band and chorus as well as athletics. The rigor in the school academics is established as well. As a community Richwood relies on the school as a centerpiece of the community. Students need to see the value of the strong community through the school.
The teachers and staff create a safe and secure environment and pride in the school. As a community we are calling for a reconsideration of the superintendents recommendation by the Board members and take time to listen to the parents and community for input of what is best for students NOT what is best for adults. The federal government is paying for the schools and denying the community to rebuild after the devastation is not responsible nor is it in the best interest of our students. As a core group of individuals we are asking for the reconsideration of consolidation and the rebuilding of schools.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
January 12, 2017
405 Comments
I graduated from Richwood High School in 1958. I am opposed to the proposed consolidation of Richwood schools. I am a retired teacher/administrator and believe keeping the schools localized is more efficient and is educationally a more positive approach.
I am an RHS graduate. My mom and stepfather taught at the middle school until their retirement. These schools must stay in Richwood to help the community's economic recovery from the flood. Also, I believe two high schools better provide opportunities for the students.
I do not want to see the schools consolidated. Too many kids are getting lost in the system now. Some of these kids are only getting the attention they need from the school system. Do we want to loose that by putting so many kids in one school where they loose their identity and only become a number? No!!!!
I went to a bigger school in another state. I dropped out. I don't want the thought in my head of my children, who will start attending The middle school in 3 years, dropping out. I returned to Richwood High School to finish my education and graduate.
The county needs strong communities as a tax base. To remove the school from Richwood would be as big of a negative impact on the community as the loss of the hospital. Revitalization of the community will be highly unlikely without the school. Why leave FEMA money on the table when our economy is depressed?
Please keep Richwood Schools in Richwood! Do not consolidate and give our students a longer bus route and loss of community. Small community schools are proven to be more successful than larger, consolidated schools. Data from WVDE proves the students of RHS are currently excelling.
Keep our schools in Richwood
Preserve Richwood Schools
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I graduated from Richwood High School in 1958. I am opposed to the proposed consolidation of Richwood schools. I am a retired teacher/administrator and believe keeping the schools localized is more efficient and is educationally a more positive approach.