The first day of school is approaching for West Virginia students, with many starting the week of August 13th. The first day back for Kanawha County students will be August 15th. Boone, Lincoln, and Fayette County students start back on the 14th. Putnam County waits until August 21st to welcome back students while, Clay County waits until August 25th. The West Virginia Department of Education has said the West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind will begin classes on Aug. 11.