Gilmer County High School

Attention, Seniors! Senior shirt order forms are due with money to Ms. Jones by Thursday, September 19th. Order forms can be picked up from the office or Ms. Jones. If you have any questions, email Ms. Jones at mdjones@k12.wv.us

Due to a scheduling conflict, there is no varsity volleyball game vs. South Harrison tonight.

This week in Mrs. McClain’s 8th grade WV History class, students will finish their unit on WV’s First People. A key highlight will be studying the Native American history of Gilmer County, where our students live. Mrs. McClain’s collection has been sourced from the Little Kanawha River area. The collection includes a generous loan from her neighbor, Doug Craig, who found many of these artifacts on his land. Students will get a hands-on opportunity to examine these real artifacts up close (see picture) and hold in their hands the shared history of our area. We hope this experience sparks a greater interest in history for our Gilmer County 8th graders! 🌟 #WVHistory #LocalArtifacts #StudentEngagement

It's your week-at-a-glance! Parents, Monday marks "Mid-Term" for the 1st Nine Weeks. Students will receive a midterm report in their 1st period class on Tuesday, September 17th. During the day on Tuesday, September 17th, all 9th -12th grade students will be given a Data Folder in their ELA classroom. These folders will include: - A letter home to parents/guardians - Log sheet requesting signature from parent/guardian - IXL reports for both Math and ELA - Flyer for Afterschool Tutoring (starts Monday, September 16th, 3:30pm-5:30pm) - WVGSA data from Spring 2024 when they were in 8th grade. (9th grade ONLY) Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place this Thursday, September 19th from 5:00 PM until 6:30 PM. Let's have a great week. Go Titans!

After School Tutoring will begin at GCHS on Monday, September 16th. Students in grades 6th-12th may remain after school to receive help with homework or make up work from classes. Meet the tutors in the Commons Area at the end of the day. After school tutoring is provided Monday-Thursday, 3:30pm-5:30pm;.Two activity buses will be running for students needing a ride along the main routes in Gilmer. (Rt. 5/Rt. 33)

See Something, Say Something, allows for all of us to be active in reporting potential safety risks. Please report any potential school threats, safety issues and more by visiting https://tinyurl.com/3wzkwcb8, downloading the See Send app, or going to any school's webpage or student device.

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On this day, we give pause to honor and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. As part of Celebrate Freedom week, students in social studies classes will explore the impact of this event, study the bravery of first responders, and reflect upon the indomitable American spirit that shone brightly in the days that followed. Let’s come together in the same spirit of compassion and solidarity as we pay tribute to those affected by this tragic event.

Students, are you interested in U.S. military service academies? Check out the flyer below for an exciting opportunity!

📚🏆 Success starts with being present! Don’t miss out on valuable lessons and opportunities. Show up, stay engaged, and attend for the win! 🌟 #BeThere #StudentSuccess

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Attendance matters, and September is Attendance Awareness Month! Please read this important message from our CIS liaison, Alecia Martin: During the 2023/2024 school year, 118 students at GCHS were identified as being “chronically absent”. This means that they were absent for 18 or more days or 10% of the school year. Research shows there are many reasons that limit students from regularly attending school, including transportation issues, lack of financial means, childcare needs for siblings, housing insecurity, lack of clean clothing, food insecurities, or lack of mental health and supports for students. This is an issue nationwide; not just a Gilmer County issue, however Gilmer County has the ability to make a huge difference in the lives of our children! As we move forward with the school year, please note that attendance initiatives will be in place to ensure that we are addressing the concerns with chronic absenteeism. Students and families have direct access to Communities In Schools which will provide supports that address the wide range of barriers affecting students and families. The school will be contacting families when a child has 3 or more unexcused absences to obtain absence notes and to discuss any concerns there may be. Being PRESENT matters! There is NO substitute for showing up. In school. In person. In life. https://youtu.be/SX_rSRJC6_U?feature=shared

Here's your week-at-a-glance! Update: After School Tutoring will begin on September 16th, 2024. Mark your calendars! Be sure to check out the Gilmer County Farm Show this week! Several of our Gilmer County FFA members will be participating.

This week in Mrs. McClain's social studies class, students explored topographical mapping. On Day 1, they created a map to trace elevation changes from the school to the creek behind the library. GPS devices were then used to record these elevations. This project showcased an impressive integration of geography, math, science, and technology. #Education #STEM #TopographicalMapping

🐶 Bake Sale for Boaz🐶

Our maintenance staff and handyman crewhas been hard at work renovating the Food and Nutrition/Family Consumer Science room with brand new stainless steel cabinetry. We'd like to give a special shout out to Steve Rollins, Arch Moore (both pictured), Emary Frymier, and Johnnie Isenhart. Thank you to all of our expert maintenance/handyman crew who are constantly making improvements to our facilities! Your efforts make our facilities a better place for all children in Gilmer County.

The CGCC is hosting an Open House this Friday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Come check out the facilities and enjoy a hotdog before the season opener between GCHS and CCHS!

📢 Attention Seniors: The annual College Fair at Glenville State University's Waco Center is scheduled for the morning of September 11, 2024. This event is exclusively for seniors and presents a valuable opportunity to engage with a variety of colleges and universities from across the state. In addition to meeting with representatives, many institutions will be waiving their application fees for this event. It’s an excellent chance to advance your college applications and gather essential information! We will be having lunch at GSU. If interested, please obtain a permission form from the office and submit it by September 5th. Timely submission is crucial for accurate lunch planning. We look forward to your participation in this important event. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Mr. Reed: dareed@k12.wv.us or stop in the front office.

We are still looking for 4-5 adults for this Saturday's August 31, game against Penn State. These games are instrumental in fundraising for important events such as prom and the senior trip! For more information, see the flyer below.

It's your week at-a-glance!