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Parents urge board to avoid scheduling graduation on state track meet; superintendent to verify dates
Summary
Two public commenters asked Monongalia County Schools to move the proposed 2026–27 graduation date, saying it conflicts with the state track meet and forces student-athletes to choose. The superintendent said staff believe there is no conflict but will verify before finalizing the calendar.
Two parents asked the Monongalia County Board of Education on Feb. 10 to adjust the proposed 2026–27 calendar so high‑school graduation does not fall the same weekend as the state track meet.
"Graduation is a once in a lifetime moment for students and their families," Sarah Hawkins said during the board’s public hearing. "Asking them to miss one to attend the other sends the…
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