Regular school attendance is one of the most important things families can do to support their child's success. Being at school each day helps students stay connected, keep up with learning, build strong relationships, and develop habits that will benefit them for years to come.
If you have questions or concerns about your child’s attendance, please reach out to your child’s school or Gilmer County Attendance Director, Mischell Workman. We are here to help!
📞 Gilmer County Elementary: 304-462-7338
📞 Gilmer County High School: 304-462-7960
📞 Mischell Workman, Attendance Director: 304-462-7386, Ext. 107
Let’s work together to make every school day count! 🏫✨
If you have questions or concerns about your child’s attendance, please reach out to your child’s school or Gilmer County Attendance Director, Mischell Workman. We are here to help!
📞 Gilmer County Elementary: 304-462-7338
📞 Gilmer County High School: 304-462-7960
📞 Mischell Workman, Attendance Director: 304-462-7386, Ext. 107
Let’s work together to make every school day count! 🏫✨
🔬 Science in Action: Part 2!
Our students in Ms. Ramezan's class continued their hands-on exploration of the microscopic world by investigating microorganisms found on everyday surfaces around our school.
Students collected samples from various surfaces and cultured them on agar plates. The cultures were then incubated over a five-day period before students examined their results to see just how much microbial life was hiding in places we interact with every day.
And yes… they even swabbed Mr. Fox’s radio to find out what was growing on it! 😳🦠
Along the way, students gained experience using specialized laboratory equipment and putting real scientific investigation skills into practice.
Who knew our school had so much microscopic life? 🧫🔬
#gogilmer #scienceinaction #STEMeducation
📷Ms. Ramezan
⚡ Titan Staff Spotlight: Christina Minigh
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Christina Minigh, who is the new Secretary at Gilmer County High School!
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Christina Minigh, who is the new Secretary at Gilmer County High School!
🍿 A little Friday fun for our newest Titans!
Earlier this month, Miss Brittany and Mrs. Workman helped our 6th graders celebrate making it through their first week of middle school with a special popcorn treat!
We’re so glad to have our newest Titans at GCHS and hope your first few weeks have been filled with new friends, new experiences, and plenty of great memories. Here’s to an amazing school year! ⚡📚
📷Mrs. Workman
📢 Attention West Virginia high school juniors and seniors!
The selection process for the 2027 United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is now underway. This prestigious national program provides students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of government, leadership, and public service through a week-long experience in Washington, D.C.
Each year, only two students from West Virginia are selected to participate alongside student leaders from across the country. Delegates meet with U.S. Senators, the President, Cabinet members, members of the national media, Supreme Court representatives, and other key policymakers. Each delegate also receives a $12,500 undergraduate college scholarship.
Qualified students should review the requirements and complete the pre-qualifying questionnaire.
📅 Deadline: Friday, September 18
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to represent West Virginia while developing leadership skills and exploring a future in public service.
Check out the brochure here: https://tinyurl.com/USSYP2026Brochure
Need more information? Contact Dr. Fox or Mr. Reed at GCHS or visit https://ussenateyouth.org/
The selection process for the 2027 United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) is now underway. This prestigious national program provides students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of government, leadership, and public service through a week-long experience in Washington, D.C.
Each year, only two students from West Virginia are selected to participate alongside student leaders from across the country. Delegates meet with U.S. Senators, the President, Cabinet members, members of the national media, Supreme Court representatives, and other key policymakers. Each delegate also receives a $12,500 undergraduate college scholarship.
Qualified students should review the requirements and complete the pre-qualifying questionnaire.
📅 Deadline: Friday, September 18
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to represent West Virginia while developing leadership skills and exploring a future in public service.
Check out the brochure here: https://tinyurl.com/USSYP2026Brochure
Need more information? Contact Dr. Fox or Mr. Reed at GCHS or visit https://ussenateyouth.org/
🔬 Our students got their first hands-on experience with microscopes recently! They practiced locating specimens and explored microorganisms found in and on the human body using magnifications up to 4000x. It was exciting to discover a microscopic world that is usually hidden from view! #STEMEducation #ScienceClass #HandsOnLearning #MicroscopeLab #GoGilmer #ilovepublicschools
Stay tuned for more exciting microscope adventures as our young scientists continue to make discoveries! 🦠
Stay tuned for more exciting microscope adventures as our young scientists continue to make discoveries! 🦠
🎓 Seniors — are you interested in a career in the military after high school?
Academy Days 2026 is a great opportunity to meet admission representatives from several prestigious military academies, including the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Military Academy (West Point), U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and more.
Military academies offer students the opportunity to earn a fully funded post-secondary education while preparing for a career as a military officer.
📅 Academy Days 2026 will be held at several locations throughout West Virginia on September 19–20, 2026.
If you're interested in learning more about military academy opportunities, plan to attend and speak directly with admissions representatives!
See the flyer for dates, times, locations, and additional information.
Academy Days 2026 is a great opportunity to meet admission representatives from several prestigious military academies, including the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Military Academy (West Point), U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and more.
Military academies offer students the opportunity to earn a fully funded post-secondary education while preparing for a career as a military officer.
📅 Academy Days 2026 will be held at several locations throughout West Virginia on September 19–20, 2026.
If you're interested in learning more about military academy opportunities, plan to attend and speak directly with admissions representatives!
See the flyer for dates, times, locations, and additional information.
It's your week at-a-glance!
Titan Nation, we’re celebrating good attendance with a chance to win a FREE Homecoming ticket!
Every GCHS student in grades 6–12 who attends school ALL DAY, EVERY DAY from September 1 through September 25 will be entered into the drawing.
🏆 TWO WINNERS FROM EACH GRADE!
• 1 female winner
• 1 male winner
The drawing will be held on September 28!
Be here. Be present. Be entered to WIN! 🎟️🎉
#TitanNation #GCHS #Homecoming #AttendanceMatters
Every GCHS student in grades 6–12 who attends school ALL DAY, EVERY DAY from September 1 through September 25 will be entered into the drawing.
🏆 TWO WINNERS FROM EACH GRADE!
• 1 female winner
• 1 male winner
The drawing will be held on September 28!
Be here. Be present. Be entered to WIN! 🎟️🎉
#TitanNation #GCHS #Homecoming #AttendanceMatters
A big thank you to Minnie Hamilton for their generous donation of water bottles for every student! We truly appreciate your support of our Titans and our school community! 💧💙
🎓 College Fair Opportunity for GCHS Students!
On Wednesday, September 9, GCHS students will have the opportunity to attend the annual College Fair at the WACO Center at Glenville State University!
Representatives from two- and four-year colleges and universities from across West Virginia will be in attendance. Students will have the chance to:
• Speak directly with college recruiters
• Learn more about different colleges and programs
• Gather information about admissions, scholarships, and opportunities
• Apply to colleges on-site, if they choose to do so
But that’s not all! After the College Fair, Glenville State University will provide lunch for our students and give us a tour of campus. 🏫
To attend, students must pick up a permission form from the office. Permission forms must be returned to Mr. Reed no later than Friday, September 4, so the university can provide an accurate lunch headcount.
More information about the College Fair and the day’s schedule will be shared with students in the coming days. We hope to see you there!
On Wednesday, September 9, GCHS students will have the opportunity to attend the annual College Fair at the WACO Center at Glenville State University!
Representatives from two- and four-year colleges and universities from across West Virginia will be in attendance. Students will have the chance to:
• Speak directly with college recruiters
• Learn more about different colleges and programs
• Gather information about admissions, scholarships, and opportunities
• Apply to colleges on-site, if they choose to do so
But that’s not all! After the College Fair, Glenville State University will provide lunch for our students and give us a tour of campus. 🏫
To attend, students must pick up a permission form from the office. Permission forms must be returned to Mr. Reed no later than Friday, September 4, so the university can provide an accurate lunch headcount.
More information about the College Fair and the day’s schedule will be shared with students in the coming days. We hope to see you there!
⚡ Titan Staff Spotlight: Eileen Metheney
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Eileen Metheney, who is the new Virtual Foreign Language Facilitator at Gilmer County High School!
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Eileen Metheney, who is the new Virtual Foreign Language Facilitator at Gilmer County High School!
🏈🏐 Fall Sports Passes Are Here! ⚡
Ready to cheer on the Titans all season long? Grab your 2026 Fall Sport Pass! 🎉
For just $150, an individual pass includes one guest and gets you into all regular-season football and volleyball games at Gilmer County High School.
$150 | Individual Pass + 1 Guest
Includes all regular-season football & volleyball games
Let’s pack the stands and make some noise for our Titans! 📣⚡
Ready to cheer on the Titans all season long? Grab your 2026 Fall Sport Pass! 🎉
For just $150, an individual pass includes one guest and gets you into all regular-season football and volleyball games at Gilmer County High School.
$150 | Individual Pass + 1 Guest
Includes all regular-season football & volleyball games
Let’s pack the stands and make some noise for our Titans! 📣⚡
📅 Attention Gilmer County Families! Your 2026–2027 Student Calendar is coming home!
Each student will receive a Gilmer County Schools 2026-2027 Student Calendar magnet for families to use throughout the school year. The calendar includes important school dates, holidays, PT conferences, and an attendance tracker to help families keep up with student absences.
We encourage all families to make use of the attendance tracker to monitor student attendance and help us "Attend for the Win - Miss Less Than 10! "
If your student does not receive a calendar, please reach out to their school in order to request one.
Let's make it a great year and make every day count!
Each student will receive a Gilmer County Schools 2026-2027 Student Calendar magnet for families to use throughout the school year. The calendar includes important school dates, holidays, PT conferences, and an attendance tracker to help families keep up with student absences.
We encourage all families to make use of the attendance tracker to monitor student attendance and help us "Attend for the Win - Miss Less Than 10! "
If your student does not receive a calendar, please reach out to their school in order to request one.
Let's make it a great year and make every day count!
It's your week at-a-glance!
Attention GCHS Families! 📸
Picture Day is coming up on Friday, September 11, 2026, in the GCHS Gym!
Students have been provided with an order form that includes information about picture packages, pricing, ordering, and more through LifeTouch.
Families can also order online at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID EVT4GRKGK.
Be ready to smile, Titans! 📸⚡
Picture Day is coming up on Friday, September 11, 2026, in the GCHS Gym!
Students have been provided with an order form that includes information about picture packages, pricing, ordering, and more through LifeTouch.
Families can also order online at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID EVT4GRKGK.
Be ready to smile, Titans! 📸⚡
📱 Gilmer County Schools Families — CONNECT is here!
We’re excited to begin using CONNECT, our new secure two-way communication tool built right into the Gilmer County Schools app! CONNECT will become our primary way for families to communicate with teachers, staff, and coaches — all in one place.
✅ What families need to know:
📲 Download or update the Gilmer County Schools app.
If you already have the app but are having trouble logging in or accessing CONNECT, please check for an app update first.
📩 Watch for a text from 27806 between Aug. 17–21.
When a staff member sends you a message through CONNECT, you may receive a text notification from 27806. Follow the link and verification steps to access your message.
🔐 Logging in is easy!
Use your personal email address or cell phone number and enter the verification code sent to you.
🔔 Allow push notifications when prompted so you don’t miss important messages from your child’s school or teachers.
💬 Once inside the app, select Rooms & Messages at the bottom:
Messages → Communicate directly with teachers and staff.
Rooms → Access your child’s classroom information.
📄 A detailed letter with complete instructions will be coming home with students.
We encourage all families to get logged in and become familiar with CONNECT so we’re ready to go!
Download the Gilmer County Schools App:
📱 Android: https://aptg.co/dt_Yyy
🍎 iPhone: https://aptg.co/3SGF1C
We’re excited to begin using CONNECT, our new secure two-way communication tool built right into the Gilmer County Schools app! CONNECT will become our primary way for families to communicate with teachers, staff, and coaches — all in one place.
✅ What families need to know:
📲 Download or update the Gilmer County Schools app.
If you already have the app but are having trouble logging in or accessing CONNECT, please check for an app update first.
📩 Watch for a text from 27806 between Aug. 17–21.
When a staff member sends you a message through CONNECT, you may receive a text notification from 27806. Follow the link and verification steps to access your message.
🔐 Logging in is easy!
Use your personal email address or cell phone number and enter the verification code sent to you.
🔔 Allow push notifications when prompted so you don’t miss important messages from your child’s school or teachers.
💬 Once inside the app, select Rooms & Messages at the bottom:
Messages → Communicate directly with teachers and staff.
Rooms → Access your child’s classroom information.
📄 A detailed letter with complete instructions will be coming home with students.
We encourage all families to get logged in and become familiar with CONNECT so we’re ready to go!
Download the Gilmer County Schools App:
📱 Android: https://aptg.co/dt_Yyy
🍎 iPhone: https://aptg.co/3SGF1C
⚡ Titan Staff Spotlight: Craig Arthur
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Craig Arthur, who teaches High School Science at Gilmer County High School!
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Craig Arthur, who teaches High School Science at Gilmer County High School!
Help us welcome and get to know our Titan staff! ⚡️
Our first Titan Staff Spotlight is Rebecca Chesser, our new 6th Grade Science/Social Studies teacher!
Our first Titan Staff Spotlight is Rebecca Chesser, our new 6th Grade Science/Social Studies teacher!
The seventh-grade sponsors put together welcome-back packs for every seventh-grade student, including folders and paper to help them get organized and prepared for a great year.
A special shout-out to Minnie Hamilton Health System for generously providing each student with full-size deodorant, ChapStick, hand sanitizer, and a travel-size first-aid kit. We truly appreciate your support of our students and our school community!
📷Emily Ramezan
#communitypartners #backtoschool #gogilmer
A special shout-out to Minnie Hamilton Health System for generously providing each student with full-size deodorant, ChapStick, hand sanitizer, and a travel-size first-aid kit. We truly appreciate your support of our students and our school community!
📷Emily Ramezan
#communitypartners #backtoschool #gogilmer
