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Brooke County Schools Honors Young Writers, Proposes New Initiatives

3/27/2026

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On March 24, 2026, the Brooke County Board of Education recognized five local West Virginia Young Writers Contest winners.
Deedra Groves placed third statewide.
The board acknowledged Sara Lilly, a first-grade teacher, for the i-Ready program and discussed calendars, approving a Leader in Me subscription.
Zach Querry proposed a digital mapping initiative for schools to aid emergency responders, and the district planned to apply for $27,000 in state funds.

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Story summary

On March 24, 2026, the Brooke County Board of Education recognized five local West Virginia Young Writers Contest winners.
Deedra Groves placed third statewide.
The board acknowledged Sara Lilly, a first-grade teacher, for the i-Ready program and discussed calendars, approving a Leader in Me subscription.
Zach Querry proposed a digital mapping initiative for schools to aid emergency responders, and the district planned to apply for $27,000 in state funds.