The GCHS Homecoming Parade will take place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Students will walk to and from the parade with their homeroom teachers and will be supervised throughout the activity. Yesterday, homeroom teachers sent home the GCHS Homecoming Parade Form, which must be returned by Friday, September 25 2026.

Please evaluate the options on the form carefully, as it will allow you to indicate whether you/your child:

➡️Will remain on campus and not participate
➡️Will walk to the parade with their HR teacher and return afterward
➡️Will walk to... and be signed out following the parade
➡️Is a parade participant who will be transported to the parade lineup and will walk back with their HR teacher
➡️Is a parade participant who will be transported to the parade lineup and will be signed out afterward

❗If a student will be signed out following the parade, only a parent may sign the student out at the parade. If someone other than a parent will be signing out the student, that person must be on the student’s emergency pickup list and must sign the student out at school either before or after the parade.

A copy of the form can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/GCHSHOCOPARADE26
about 8 hours ago, McKinley Buckley
Science in Action: Part IV! 🔬

Our students in Mrs. Ramezan's class put their understanding of enzymes and their important role in digestion to the test with a hands-on lab investigation.

Students studied catalase, an enzyme found in yeast, and explored how temperature affects enzyme activity. They exposed the yeast to four different temperature conditions, then combined the yeast with hydrogen peroxide and measured the height of the foam produced as an indicator of enzyme efficiency.

A great opportunity for students to connect what they’ve learned in the classroom to real-world biological processes through hands-on investigation!

📷E. Ramezan

#GoGilmer #ScienceInAction

#lovewvpublicschools
about 8 hours ago, McKinley Buckley
student pouring liquid in a graduated cylinder
students using a dropper in a graduated cylinder
student with a cloth
students using a dropper in a graduated cylinder
students using a dropper in a graduated cylinder
student with a bag of material
students with a bag of material
student with dropper
student with stopwatch and droppers
students with lab report
🎉 WELCOME TO TITANVILLE! 🎉

Homecoming Week is headed your way, and this year's theme is Titanville!

Join us September 28–October 3 for a week full of school spirit, fun, and all things Homecoming! Get ready to dress up, participate, show your Titan pride, and help us make Homecoming 2026 one to remember!

More details and daily themes are coming soon. Start getting your Homecoming outfits ready!

3 days ago, McKinley Buckley
GCHS Homecoming Week graphic featuring a colorful, whimsical “Welcome to Titanville” theme. The graphic announces Homecoming Week is September 28–October 3. It features a blue sky with clouds, a colorful hot-air balloon, green hills, Dr. Seuss-inspired characters, and a directional sign reading “Titanville,” “Here,” “There,” and “Everywhere.”
🔬 Science in Action, Part III! 🧪

Students in Mrs. Ramezan’s class continued their investigation of the microscopic world by examining microorganisms found in three different yogurt samples to determine which sample contained the greatest number of microorganisms. Using a microcentrifuge, students separated the samples into distinct layers, including a pellet and supernatant.

Students then extracted microorganisms from the pellet layer and prepared microscope slides to observe living, moving microorganisms under the microscope. This hands-on investigation gave students a firsthand look at the fascinating world of microbiology and the techniques scientists use to study it! 🧫🔬 #gogilmer #scienceinaction #STEMeducation #LearningByDoing

📷 E. Ramezan
4 days ago, McKinley Buckley
student using a microscope
student using a dropper on a sample
three students using the microcenterfuge one with a timer
student swabbing a sample
student loading a microcenterfuge
students with lab equipment
student examining the samples under a microscope
student swabbing a sample
student dropping sample into a container
student adjusting microscope
It’s your week at-a-glance, Titan Nation! 🗓️

Here’s what’s happening around GCHS this week, including games, events, and important reminders.

📌 Midterms go home Wednesday, September 9. Look for your child’s red data folder to come home with their midterm information.

Have a great week, Titans!
4 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Titan Connect graphic titled “Your Week at-a-Glance” showing the GCHS schedule for Monday, September 7 through Saturday, September 12. Monday: Labor Day, no school; Mini-Titan volleyball vs. Doddridge at 6:00 PM. Tuesday: Mini-Titan volleyball at Tyler at 6:00 PM, varsity volleyball vs. Webster at 6:00 PM, and Mini-Titan golf at Roane at 4:00 PM. Wednesday: College Fair at Glenville State University at 8:45 AM, Mini-Titan volleyball vs. Braxton at 6:00 PM, and cross country at the Rail Explorers Buffalo Creek Invitational in Clay. Thursday: Mini-Titan football at New Martinsville at 7:00 PM. Friday: GCHS Picture Day all day and Mini-Titan volleyball vs. New Martinsville at 6:00 PM. Saturday: Cross country at the Chick-fil-A Invitational in Mineral Wells at 9:00 AM and varsity volleyball at the WACO quad at 12:00 PM. The graphic uses GCHS blue, red, and white colors with a geometric blue background and sports icons.
GCHS will offer tutoring afterschool this school year. If your student needs to stay and work on classwork, homework or projects, a teacher will be available, Mondays-Thursdays, until-5:45pm. Activity buses will run the main routes, Rt. 33 and Rt. 5, to deliver students after tutoring is over each evening. Tutoring will begin on Tuesday, September 8th at GCHS. Please call the school if you have any questions.
4 days ago, Gilmer County Schools
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! 🏫✨
8 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Graphic promoting September as Attendance Awareness Month. The message encourages students to be present and attend school consistently, with the tagline “Be PRESENT Today, ACHIEVE Tomorrow!” Four key reminders are featured: “Be Present” because every minute counts; “Stay on Track” because good attendance supports learning and academic success; “Build Habits” because showing up builds a better future; and “Stronger Together” because working together helps students succeed. The graphic includes school, books, lightbulb, and student illustrations.

🔬 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

9 days ago, McKinley Buckley
groups picture of young science students
student in a lab coat
student putting samples into container
Mr. Fox's radio being swabbed
student with a swab ready to get started
swabbing lockers
students swabbing a light switch
⚡ Titan Staff Spotlight: Christina Minigh
Our next Titan Staff Spotlight is Christina Minigh, who is the new Secretary at Gilmer County High School!
10 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Christina Minigh Spoplight:  I am excited to be the new secretary at GCHS!  Braxton County (Sutton) was where I was born and raised but am glad to call Glenville home with my husband, Adam, and children, Kinley and Abe.  I earned my Associate's degree at Glenville State.  My first job in the school system was a classroom aide followed by secretary at Gilmer Elementary.  I enjoy soaking up the sun, reading, and embarrassing my kids.  I'm stoked about being back with the students I originally started out with and working with all my new colleagues!

🍿 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

11 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Students
Students eating popcorn
Students eating popcorn
📢 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/
11 days ago, McKinley Buckley
US Senate Youth Program brochure
brochure page 2
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brochure page 4
🔬 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! 🦠
11 days ago, McKinley Buckley
student with microscope
students with microscope
student with microscope
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
student making observations with microscopes
🎓 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.
11 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Flyer for “Shelley Moore Capito Academy Days 2026” announcing opportunities to meet admission representatives from U.S. military academies. Representatives include the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, and Department of Defense Medical Examination Review Board. Events are scheduled for September 19–20, 2026, at locations in Shenandoah Junction, Morgantown, South Charleston, and Beckley, West Virginia. The flyer includes event times, addresses, contact information, and a QR code for additional information.
It's your week at-a-glance!
12 days ago, McKinley Buckley
 Aug 31  No Scheduled Events  Sept 1   MTVB @ Braxton   Whole Group PLCs   Sept 2  MTGOLF vs. Home 4:00 PM VVB vs. South Harrison 6:00 PM MTVB @ Calhoun 6:00 PM MTFB vs. Tyler 7:00 PM  Sept 3  Golf @ Stonewall 4:00 PM   Sept 4  VFB vs. Braxton Home 7:00 PM   Seniors - College Day Forms Due to Mr. Reed  Sept 5   CC @ Robert’s Running (CMHS)
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
14 days ago, McKinley Buckley
A school announcement with colorful confetti and streamers reads: “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 a drawing for a free Homecoming ticket. Two winners will be selected from each grade: one female winner and one male winner. The drawing will be held on September 28. The announcement ends with: “Be here. Be present. Be entered to win!”
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! 💧💙
15 days ago, McKinley Buckley
picture of green "minnie hamilton health system" water bottles
water bottles in boxes
🎓 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!
15 days ago, McKinley Buckley
⚡ 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!
17 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Titan Staff Spotlight graphic featuring a staff member from Gilmer County High School. The graphic includes a portrait photo and biographical information about Eileen Metheny, Virtual Foreign Language Facilitator.  The profile shares that Eileen is married to Justin and has two daughters, Quinn and Audra. The family also has two dogs, a beagle named Bitsy and a boxer puppy named Tubs. Eileen graduated from Glenville State College with a degree in Music Education and later earned a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Salem University. Previous teaching positions included Calhoun Middle/High School, Lincoln High School, and service in Harrison County Schools. Eileen began working in Gilmer County Schools during the previous school year and looks forward to continuing to serve students and families.  The spotlight notes that Eileen enjoys traveling with family, playing card games, drinking coffee, and riding horses. A fun fact states that Eileen once met Katy Perry at Glenville First Baptist Church. Eileen is a 2003 graduate of Gilmer County High School and is excited to return to serve the students of Gilmer County.  The design uses Gilmer County Titans colors of red, white, and blue, includes the Gilmer County logo, and features the words “Empower,” “Inspire,” and “Engage” at the bottom.
🏈🏐 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! 📣⚡
18 days ago, McKinley Buckley
Graphic announcing 2026 GCHS fall sports passes. Price is $150 for an individual and one guest - includes all regular season football and volleyball games
📅 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!
18 days ago, McKinley Buckley
2026–2027 Gilmer County Schools student calendar showing monthly school calendars from August 2026 through May 2027, including holidays, no-school days, parent-teacher conference dates, graduation, and the last instructional day. The calendar also includes an attendance tracker encouraging students to “Attend for the Win! Miss Less Than 10!” and a QR code for submitting student excused absence notes.