Due to heavy rain and severe weather, our Food Pick Up scheduled for today is being moved to tomorrow.
Update to Daycare Rates: Carter County Schools Daycare programs that operate at Heritage and Tygart Creek will see a slightly different fee structure. We have explored a few options and have considered feedback from parents who utilize the programs.
We have had questions about why we need to increase rates. Our Daycare program is a 100% district operated program. Daycare receives no state or federal funding at the district level. For the last few years our Daycare program has lost money. We are not trying to generate revenue from the program. We are simply trying to not run in the red.
Beginning in 2026-2027 School Year, the daycare rate will be $30 per day. Parents will register their students for Daycare and set the days of the week their child will attend. If a parent says their child will attend Monday, Wednesday, Friday then the amount due will be $90 for the week . If a child misses one of the days they are registered for, the amount due will still be $90. This will allow us to knowledgeably plan for students and perhaps help us create a sustainable model for daycare. If a parent needs to add a day and there is space open for that day, their child will be permitted to attend that day as well. Those logistics will be handled by the Daycare Teacher and Nellie Wright, our early childhood director/Supervisor of Instruction.
Students at Camp ECMS presented their Community Service projects today that they have been working on during camp this week. The Orange Group (the Dreamsicles) volunteered their time to wash a fire truck at Grayson Fire Department. The Green Group (the Shreks) spent time collecting and delivering donations to the Carter County Animal Shelter. The Blue Group (the Smurfs) created and delivered cards to residents of the Friendship House and Carter Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
These projects are a great reflection of the Gold Standard of Excellence in Carter County Schools - teaching students the value of serving their community. Camp ECMS was organized by the ECMS Youth Service Center.
If you registered your child for Camp Carter (next week - June 15-19), please take note of a couple of things:
1. Location has changed. We will now be having camp at East Carter Middle School.
2. If your child needs transportation from their elementary school, check the flier below for times for pick-up in the morning and drop-off in the afternoon.
We are excited for a fun week of camp! If you have questions about Camp Carter, you can call Kristen Bledsoe this week at Central Office. 606-474-6696, ext. 20104.
Hold the Date! August training dates for Carter County (KY) Custodians, Maintenance, Bus Monitors and Drivers:
8-4-26 (8:00-12:00) Annual 4 hour Custodial and Maintenance Update
8-5-26 (8:00-12:00) Annual 4 hour Bus Monitor Update
8-6-2026 (7:30-4:00)Annual 8 Hour Bus Driver Update
All at West Carter Middle!
Wishing everyone a great summer!
In honor of the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, we wish everyone a meaningful Memorial Day.
Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Construction has officially begun on the Carter County High School/Career and Technical Center.
For safety and security reasons, the site cannot be accessed by visitors.
Even if the gate is open, only construction personnel have authorized access to the site due to heavy equipment in motion and the need to preserve ground work.
We will share regular updates on the construction process so our families and community can see the progress.
For safety and security reasons, the site cannot be accessed by visitors.
Even if the gate is open, only construction personnel have authorized access to the site due to heavy equipment in motion and the need to preserve ground work.
We will share regular updates on the construction process so our families and community can see the progress.
Due to Election Day, there is no school tomorrow, May 19, 2026.
Bus #4 - East End route (East Middle, East High, & Prichard) will be delayed approximately 35-40 minutes today, May 15, 2026.
Reminders: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 is Election Day and there will be NO SCHOOL in Carter County. Also, Monday, May 25, 2026 is Memorial Day and schools will be closed in observance of the holiday. Staff may choose to work those days as part of their contract.
Prichard Elementary has an issue with air conditioning and it is not expected to be up and running until tomorrow. Currently, the building is comfortable and some are still wearing sweaters, hoodies and jackets! We just wanted parents to know so students could dress accordingly for tomorrow.
We are excited to announce some upcoming changes to the Summer Nutrition Program for Kids!
Participating families will pick up 7 days worth of breakfasts and lunches each Thursday from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM from June 8 through July 30. Pick up locations will be Prichard Elementary School and West Carter High School.
IMPORTANT - Registration, for each child, is required for participation.
Information, menus, and contact information may be found on the registration form at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP9UE525RE2wf6AefD2upYgSb8yZo8Kx-K70bmHZunIG6pjQ/viewform
Participating families will pick up 7 days worth of breakfasts and lunches each Thursday from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM from June 8 through July 30. Pick up locations will be Prichard Elementary School and West Carter High School.
IMPORTANT - Registration, for each child, is required for participation.
Information, menus, and contact information may be found on the registration form at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP9UE525RE2wf6AefD2upYgSb8yZo8Kx-K70bmHZunIG6pjQ/viewform
This is Teacher Appreciation Week!
We extend a special 'Thank You' to all of our employees and the role they play in shaping the lives of our students.
We extend a special 'Thank You' to all of our employees and the role they play in shaping the lives of our students.
East and West High are offering an opportunity for parents of rising juniors and seniors to come learn about dual credit opportunities for students. See you there!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to THE BEST!
Send a quick note to a teacher who has gone above and beyond for you or your child and let them know how they made a difference.
Send a quick note to a teacher who has gone above and beyond for you or your child and let them know how they made a difference.
Carter City area has road construction and buses in that area may be delayed.
To provide clarity about the existing District policy and procedures regarding absences and excuses for participating or playing in extracurricular opportunities, I am sharing a link to a Frequently Asked Questions document that will continuously be updated as common questions are received:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xJoHmULW8OyKdsuN-mzZLHe3hNABMmwvt4Kq8sOPTPY/edit?usp=sharing
