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Dickenson School Board takes up matters ahead of new school year
CLINTWOOD, Va. — The Dickenson County Public Schools School Board met on Wednesday, advancing key initiatives for the upcoming academic year, including proposed salary scales, digital device policies, and operational updates.
Director of Business and Finance Lacie Edwards presented the proposed salary scales for the 2026–27 school year. The scales reflect an average 4 percent raise for full-time and part-time staff members, aligning with state-level funding adjustments.
To refocus student attention on core academics, the administration introduced a division-wide goal for the 2026–27 school year to establish clear, research-based expectations regarding the use of Chromebooks and digital devices. Officials noted that while remote learning necessitated widespread device usage during the COVID-19 pandemic, the new policy aims to place greater emphasis on student engagement, handwriting, communication and critical thinking, while minimizing digital distractions during direct instruction.
The board also reviewed summer meal distribution figures, noting that 459 families received eight days of breakfasts, lunches, and milk through curbside pickup at Ridgeview, thanks to the efforts of cafeteria staff and coordinator Deborah Compton. Additionally, Kaytlin Osborne was announced as the winner of the 2026–2027 T-Staff t-shirt design contest.
The meeting concluded with a closed session to address specific personnel matters and legal consultations regarding public funds and school construction.
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American Heart Association recognizes PMC for stroke care
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — The Eastern Kentucky Neuroscience Center at Pikeville Medical Center has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to providing stroke patients with the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and accelerating recovery times.
Get With The Guidelines puts the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, aligning patient care with the latest research – and evidence-based guidelines. Get With The Guidelines – Stroke is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death.
“We are dedicated to providing exceptional, evidence-based stroke care to the communities we serve. Our American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines awards reflect the hard work and collaboration of our entire stroke team, led by Dr. Ahmed, our Stroke Medical Director. Every team member at PMC plays a vital role in ensuring our patients receive high-quality stroke care. We are proud to be recognized for our commitment to improving stroke outcomes and bringing advanced stroke care to Eastern Kentucky and the surrounding regions.” Jamie Foley, BSN, RN, Stroke Coordinator
Each year, program participants qualify for the award by demonstrating how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients. In addition to following treatment guidelines, Get With The Guidelines participants also educate patients to help them manage their health and recovery at home.
“We are incredibly honored that Pikeville Medical Center’s Primary Stroke Center has once again earned the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines Rural Stroke Gold Achievement Award. This recognition reflects the unwavering dedication of our entire multidisciplinary team—from EMS and emergency medicine to neurology, nursing, rehabilitation, and hospital leadership—who work together every day to provide timely, evidence-based stroke care for the people of Eastern Kentucky. We are grateful for the trust our community places in us and remain committed to advancing stroke care, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring world-class treatment is available close to home.” Says Dr. Naveed Ahmed Jeelani, MD, FAAN, FAHA, Medical Director, Primary Stroke Center, Pikeville Medical Center
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