🌟 Huge congratulations to our talented student, Halley Meadows, for placing 1st in the county in the West Virginia Young Writers Competition! ✍️📚 Her outstanding writing advanced her to the state level, earning her the opportunity to attend the Young Writers Ceremony in Charleston.
The Young Writers Competition is an incredible accomplishment, with students from across the state submitting their best work each year, making it a highly competitive honor. Mrs. Richmond had the privilege of attending the ceremony and celebrating Halley’s creativity, dedication, and success.
We are beyond proud of you, Halley! Keep shining and sharing your amazing gift for writing! 🧡💙
Good afternoon PMS family! We are sending this message with a few very important updates for next week.
Any student wishing to sign up for the kickball tournament must sign up by Monday during lunch. We are also excited to announce that testing at Princeton Middle School will begin next Wednesday, May 13th. It is very important that students are well-rested and arrive on time each day so they can do their very best. Each student has participated in data talks with their Math and Reading teachers this week. We truly believe that if every student gives their individual best effort and shows even a little growth, our scores will reflect the amazing things our students are capable of accomplishing. We are ready! Thank you for your continued support and help at home. Have a great weekend!
Any student wishing to sign up for the kickball tournament must sign up by Monday during lunch. We are also excited to announce that testing at Princeton Middle School will begin next Wednesday, May 13th. It is very important that students are well-rested and arrive on time each day so they can do their very best. Each student has participated in data talks with their Math and Reading teachers this week. We truly believe that if every student gives their individual best effort and shows even a little growth, our scores will reflect the amazing things our students are capable of accomplishing. We are ready! Thank you for your continued support and help at home. Have a great weekend!
Mr. O'Dell's students used block coding to create programs for their microbits. Today, they shared with their classmates why they designed that particular code, what it made the microbit do, and then showed the microbit performing the function, along with the code on their computer!
Mr. O'Dell's classes have been using Micro:Bits to learn block coding. Micro:Bits are like miniature computer chips that have LED lights on them, effectively making them like a miniature, handheld LED sign. The goal is to code the Micro:Bit to perform a function.
For our first Micro:Bit lesson, students coded the Micro:Bits to display their names. They then got into groups and used the Microsoft Makecode site to code and play a game!
https://makecode.microbit.org/
For our first Micro:Bit lesson, students coded the Micro:Bits to display their names. They then got into groups and used the Microsoft Makecode site to code and play a game!
https://makecode.microbit.org/
🎉🤖 Incredible finish for our ROBOTigers! 🤖🎉
Our very own ROBOTigers wrapped up their journey at the VEX IQ Robotics World Championship in St. Louis with an outstanding performance—finishing in the **Top 50 and ranking 37th overall**! 🌎🏆
They didn’t just compete—they **leveled up**, completely surpassing their average score from the state competition. Even more impressive, their average ranked higher than all other West Virginia teams who attended the middle school division! 💪📈
We are beyond proud of these students and everything they accomplished on the world stage. Their hard work, dedication, and teamwork truly paid off! 🧡💙
Go Tigers!!!!!! 🐯🙌
🎉🤖 ROBOTigers Update from Worlds! 🤖🎉
Ms. Lucas and the ROBOTigers had a great first day of competition at the VEX IQ Robotics World Championship! 🌎🏆 The team is doing an amazing job representing Princeton Middle School, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and determination. 💙💛🐯
After an exciting day of competing, the team had the chance to explore St. Louis—including a visit to the iconic Busch Stadium and other local attractions. ⚾🌆
Keep up the great work, ROBOTigers—we’re cheering you on every step of the way and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next! 🙌
Hair-raising experience in Mrs. Taylor’s 7th grade science classes! ⚡😄 Students explored the properties of electricity using a Van de Graaff generator, seeing firsthand how static electricity works. From charged reactions to standing hair, this hands-on lesson sparked curiosity and excitement while bringing science concepts to life. Learning has never looked so electrifying!
Mrs. Taylor’s 7th grade science classes have been hard at work on their Energy Collage projects! 🔬⚡ Students are exploring and incorporating various types of energy, using creativity and critical thinking to showcase what they’ve learned. From kinetic to potential energy and everything in between, their projects are coming together in exciting ways. Great job to these young scientists for bringing energy concepts to life!
🎉🤖 Ms. Lucas and her robotics team, the ROBOTigers, have officially made it to the VEX IQ Robotics World Championship! 🌎🏆
The team arrived yesterday in St. Louis, where this year’s competition is being held. Today, they spent time gearing up for the big event and even had the chance to visit the iconic Gateway Arch!
We are incredibly proud of these students and Ms. Lucas for their hard work, dedication, and achievement in making it this far. Their journey is a true testament to teamwork, innovation, and perseverance.
Good luck to the ROBOTigers—we can’t wait to see all they accomplish on the world stage! 💙💛🐯
Robo Tigers made it to the Worlds Robotics Competition in St. Louis! The team has been enjoying learning about the city, the history and meeting teams from all over the World. The team says that the Arch is a MUST to visit as well as the City Museum. We are so thankful to our sponsors, NASA West Virginia, Worldwide Equipment, Campestre, Triple C Transport and Tonys Barber Shop. We are super proud of our Tigers and wish them the best of luck as they compete💙🧡Updates to come!
Good afternoon PMS families! Students all have their report cards and need to return their envelope showing you have seen their grades. Tomorrow is wear red day - we are wearing red to remember everyone deployed. Thank you to all students who participated in our Spirit Week supporting our military kids. As always, if we can help you with anything, give us a call at 304-425-7517.
🏃♀️ We are so proud of our teachers at Princeton Middle School for participating in the Run in Remembrance 5K at Virginia Tech—an event that begins with a moment of silence to honor the 32 students and faculty whose lives were lost in 2007. Their commitment to staying active and involved sets a strong example for our students about the importance of physical fitness and healthy lifestyles.
👩🔧💡⚙️ Geared up and ready to compete, our all-girls engineering team—Jaylah Dodson, Paityn Hicks, and Ellie Smith—are heading to SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta, Georgia! Earning a spot at nationals takes dedication, technical skill, and top performance at the state level—congratulations and good luck on the big stage! 💡✨
🏊♂️ Join the Mercer Makos Swim Team—an encouraging, all-level team where all students, K-12th can grow their skills and confidence in the water! Many Makos swimmers have gone on to compete at the state level for local high schools—come be part of the tradition!
🎓 Princeton High School is hosting 8th Grade Night, giving 8th graders a chance to explore what student life is really like—from sports and clubs to daily experiences! Students will also learn about attendance expectations, school policies, and the wide range of academic classes and programs available to them.
Join Princeton Middle School for an exciting Career Fair on June 1st🎉 and connect with students through engaging, hands-on sessions that showcase your profession 💼👩🔬👨🔧. Local businesses are invited to lead 30-minute activities across six sessions ⏱️, with lunch provided by Azul Mexican Restaurant 🌮.
🚚✨ Big ideas rolling through Princeton Middle!
In Mrs. Twitty's Careers Exploration class, our 6th graders took on the challenge of designing their very own food trucks—from paper to reality! Starting with 2D sketches, students then brought their concepts to life by building 3D models.
This project pushed them to think critically and use precise measuring skills to make sure every piece fit just right. From creative menus to detailed designs, these students proved they’ve got what it takes to turn ideas into something real!
We love seeing hands-on learning in action! 👏
🎨✨ Student Creativity in Action at Princeton Middle! ✨🎨
Ms. Ray’s class has been diving into symbolism this week, and our students really brought their ideas to life! 🧠💡 From meaningful objects to creative designs, each student created a picture that represents what symbolizes them—showcasing their personalities, interests, and individuality.
📸 We love seeing our kiddos engaged, thinking deeply, and expressing themselves in such unique ways. Great job, everyone! 👏💙
Ms. Ray’s class has been diving into symbolism this week, and our students really brought their ideas to life! 🧠💡 From meaningful objects to creative designs, each student created a picture that represents what symbolizes them—showcasing their personalities, interests, and individuality.
📸 We love seeing our kiddos engaged, thinking deeply, and expressing themselves in such unique ways. Great job, everyone! 👏💙
🔧🌉 Real-World Learning in Action! 🌉🔧
Students in Mrs. Twitty's class had an exciting opportunity to work with representatives from Conn-Weld, .who visited to share career insights and lead hands-on STEM activities! Proudly headquartered right here in West Virginia, Conn-Weld is a global leader in separation and sizing equipment, known for driving innovation and creating solutions for unique problems. During their visit, students took on the challenge of designing and building bridges using only straws and tape—testing their creations to see how many pennies they could hold.
This experience gave students a firsthand look at how math, engineering, and problem-solving come together in real careers. Opportunities like this help our students connect what they learn in the classroom to the real world, while also exposing them to career paths they may not have considered before.
We are proud to connect our students with industry leaders who are not only shaping the world but are also invested in inspiring the next generation right here at home! 👏
Students in Mrs. Twitty's class had an exciting opportunity to work with representatives from Conn-Weld, .who visited to share career insights and lead hands-on STEM activities! Proudly headquartered right here in West Virginia, Conn-Weld is a global leader in separation and sizing equipment, known for driving innovation and creating solutions for unique problems. During their visit, students took on the challenge of designing and building bridges using only straws and tape—testing their creations to see how many pennies they could hold.
This experience gave students a firsthand look at how math, engineering, and problem-solving come together in real careers. Opportunities like this help our students connect what they learn in the classroom to the real world, while also exposing them to career paths they may not have considered before.
We are proud to connect our students with industry leaders who are not only shaping the world but are also invested in inspiring the next generation right here at home! 👏
🥚📊 Making Math Fun at Princeton Middle School! 📊🥚
At Princeton Middle, we believe learning should be engaging, interactive, and fun—and our math classes are a great example of that in action!
In 6th grade, Ms. Mitchem and Ms. Lucas turned review day into an exciting Egg Hunt Challenge! Students worked in teams of 2–3 to find hidden eggs, each containing a math problem. After solving, they submitted their answers through an IXL Quiz. The combination of movement, teamwork, and problem-solving kept students energized and focused while reinforcing key math skills. 🧠✨
Meanwhile, in 8th grade, Mrs. Mills’ math class took the egg hunt to the next level by connecting it to their study of bivariate data. Students searched for eggs containing coordinate points, which they later used to create scatterplots and analyze patterns, including identifying the line of best fit. 📈
To keep the momentum going, Mrs. Mills even took the lesson outside, bringing along a whiteboard to continue instruction in a fresh setting. Students were more engaged, eager to participate, and excited to answer questions while learning in a new environment! 🌿☀️
From collaboration to real-world application, these activities show how math at Princeton Middle is more than just numbers—it’s an experience!
👏 Great job to our students and teachers for making learning come alive!
At Princeton Middle, we believe learning should be engaging, interactive, and fun—and our math classes are a great example of that in action!
In 6th grade, Ms. Mitchem and Ms. Lucas turned review day into an exciting Egg Hunt Challenge! Students worked in teams of 2–3 to find hidden eggs, each containing a math problem. After solving, they submitted their answers through an IXL Quiz. The combination of movement, teamwork, and problem-solving kept students energized and focused while reinforcing key math skills. 🧠✨
Meanwhile, in 8th grade, Mrs. Mills’ math class took the egg hunt to the next level by connecting it to their study of bivariate data. Students searched for eggs containing coordinate points, which they later used to create scatterplots and analyze patterns, including identifying the line of best fit. 📈
To keep the momentum going, Mrs. Mills even took the lesson outside, bringing along a whiteboard to continue instruction in a fresh setting. Students were more engaged, eager to participate, and excited to answer questions while learning in a new environment! 🌿☀️
From collaboration to real-world application, these activities show how math at Princeton Middle is more than just numbers—it’s an experience!
👏 Great job to our students and teachers for making learning come alive!
