Glenville State University, Gilmer County High School and Gilmer County Elementary School are working in collaboration to hold a county Veterans Assembly on Friday, November 7, 2025 at 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the GSU Waco Center. We would like to invite all Gilmer County Veterans to join us in honoring your service to our Country. A charcuterie brunch board created by Foodie Momma (compliments of United Bank of Glenville and Calhoun Banks) will be provided to Veterans in the Waco Center Vantage Box from 8:00-9:30 a.m. prior to the Assembly. Any Veteran wishing to attend can RSVP by calling GCHS at 304-462-7960 or emailing pknicely@k12.wv.us. We want to open the Assembly to the Gilmer County community to join in honoring our Veterans.
This year’s Guest Speaker will be Colonel Jonathan M. Townsend, United States Air Force. Colonel Townsend is the Director, Department of the Air Force Continuity of Operations, Secretary of the Air Force Office of Administrative and Management, Pentagon, Washington D.C. He is responsible for contingency planning, continuity training and crisis relocation for the Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Chief of Space Operations, and key Headquarters of the Department of the Air Force personnel. He also oversees the daily operations, maintenance, and readiness of critical relocation sites and equipment in support of the Headquarters Department of the Air Force Continuity of Operations mission.
Colonel Townsend enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1998 and served as an Air Traffic Controller before earning his commission from Officer Training School in 2002. As a senior Airfield Operations Officer, he has served in various leadership and staff positions across five major commands as well as four deployments, in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, and INHERENT RESOLVE. He commanded the 78th Operations Support Squadron at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, and the 441st Air Expeditionary Squadron at Kobani Landing Zone, Syria. Prior to his current assignment, Colonel Townsend studied at the Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, before serving as the Operational Training Infrastructure Plans and Policy Branch Chief, Directorate of Training and Readiness, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon.
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
* Bronze Star with one oak leaf cluster
* Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters
* Air and Space Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters
* Air and Space Achievement Medal
* Meritorious Unit Award with one oak leaf cluster
* Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with four oak leaf clusters
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
* Airman First Class – September 1998
* Senior Airman – January 2001
* Staff Sergeant – August 2002
* Second Lieutenant – December 2002
* First Lieutenant – December 2004
* Captain – December 2006
* Major – November 2012
* Lieutenant Colonel – September 2017
* Colonel – August 2023
Colonel Townsend is originally from Glenville, WV, and is a 1994 graduate of Gilmer County High School as well as a 1997 graduate of Glenville State College. He and his wife, Tara, who is also from Gilmer County, currently reside in Fairfax Station, VA, and are the parents of three daughters: Brenley, Madison and Brooke.
This year’s Guest Speaker will be Colonel Jonathan M. Townsend, United States Air Force. Colonel Townsend is the Director, Department of the Air Force Continuity of Operations, Secretary of the Air Force Office of Administrative and Management, Pentagon, Washington D.C. He is responsible for contingency planning, continuity training and crisis relocation for the Secretary of the Air Force, Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Chief of Space Operations, and key Headquarters of the Department of the Air Force personnel. He also oversees the daily operations, maintenance, and readiness of critical relocation sites and equipment in support of the Headquarters Department of the Air Force Continuity of Operations mission.
Colonel Townsend enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1998 and served as an Air Traffic Controller before earning his commission from Officer Training School in 2002. As a senior Airfield Operations Officer, he has served in various leadership and staff positions across five major commands as well as four deployments, in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, and INHERENT RESOLVE. He commanded the 78th Operations Support Squadron at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, and the 441st Air Expeditionary Squadron at Kobani Landing Zone, Syria. Prior to his current assignment, Colonel Townsend studied at the Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, before serving as the Operational Training Infrastructure Plans and Policy Branch Chief, Directorate of Training and Readiness, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon.
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
* Bronze Star with one oak leaf cluster
* Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters
* Air and Space Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters
* Air and Space Achievement Medal
* Meritorious Unit Award with one oak leaf cluster
* Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award with four oak leaf clusters
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
* Airman First Class – September 1998
* Senior Airman – January 2001
* Staff Sergeant – August 2002
* Second Lieutenant – December 2002
* First Lieutenant – December 2004
* Captain – December 2006
* Major – November 2012
* Lieutenant Colonel – September 2017
* Colonel – August 2023
Colonel Townsend is originally from Glenville, WV, and is a 1994 graduate of Gilmer County High School as well as a 1997 graduate of Glenville State College. He and his wife, Tara, who is also from Gilmer County, currently reside in Fairfax Station, VA, and are the parents of three daughters: Brenley, Madison and Brooke.
🎃👻 GHOULMER COUNTY GAMES & GHOULS NIGHT! 👻🎃
Join us for a spooky celebration packed with eerie excitement — dancing, games, and Halloween fun for everyone! 🕸️🦇
📅 October 29
📍 GCHS Gymnasium
🎓 Grades 6–12
⏰ 7:00–9:00 PM
Come dressed to impress (or scare)! It’s going to be a fang-tastic night! 🕷️🧡 #gogilmer #lovemyWVschool
Join us for a spooky celebration packed with eerie excitement — dancing, games, and Halloween fun for everyone! 🕸️🦇
📅 October 29
📍 GCHS Gymnasium
🎓 Grades 6–12
⏰ 7:00–9:00 PM
Come dressed to impress (or scare)! It’s going to be a fang-tastic night! 🕷️🧡 #gogilmer #lovemyWVschool
🏐 Regional Volleyball Tournament at Gilmer High School 🏐
Gilmer High School is proud to host the regional volleyball tournament beginning October 28.
📅 Opening Night Matchups:
🏐 6:00 PM – Calhoun vs. Hannan
🏐 Gilmer will face the winner of Game 1 immediately following its conclusion.
🏐 Nightcap – St. Joseph vs. Tolsia
📅 October 30 Schedule:
🏐 6:00 PM – Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 3
🏐 Winners of Game 2 and Game 3 will compete following the first match.
🎟️ Admission: $7.00
🎫 Only WVSSAC passes will be accepted.
Come out and support your teams in this exciting regional showdown!
Gilmer High School is proud to host the regional volleyball tournament beginning October 28.
📅 Opening Night Matchups:
🏐 6:00 PM – Calhoun vs. Hannan
🏐 Gilmer will face the winner of Game 1 immediately following its conclusion.
🏐 Nightcap – St. Joseph vs. Tolsia
📅 October 30 Schedule:
🏐 6:00 PM – Loser of Game 1 vs. Loser of Game 3
🏐 Winners of Game 2 and Game 3 will compete following the first match.
🎟️ Admission: $7.00
🎫 Only WVSSAC passes will be accepted.
Come out and support your teams in this exciting regional showdown!
🎃 GCHS Halloween Door Decorating Contest Results! 🧙♀️👻
We had some spooky creativity on display this year! 🪄
🥇 First Place goes to Mrs. Beall's homeroom for her amazing door design!
🥈 Runner-Up was Mrs. Conrad's homeroom
🎖️ Honorable Mention to Kendra Fox, who decorated Mrs. Barker’s door just for fun—can you guess the theme?
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our hallways festive and fun! 🎃🕸️
We had some spooky creativity on display this year! 🪄
🥇 First Place goes to Mrs. Beall's homeroom for her amazing door design!
🥈 Runner-Up was Mrs. Conrad's homeroom
🎖️ Honorable Mention to Kendra Fox, who decorated Mrs. Barker’s door just for fun—can you guess the theme?
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our hallways festive and fun! 🎃🕸️
In accordance with WV Code §18-5A-2 and WVBE Policy 2322, this LSIC Stakeholder Meeting provides an opportunity for parents, students, staff, and community members to engage in meaningful dialogue about Gilmer County Elementary School’s academic performance and improvement efforts.
It's your week at-a-glance!
🎓 Every Day Counts!
Your future starts now — and it begins with showing up. Strive for 95% attendance or higher to stay on track, crush your goals, and walk that stage with pride. 💪✨
School isn’t just about grades — it’s about building habits that shape your success.
#StriveFor95 #HighSchoolGoals #BeingPresentMatters #CISWV
Your future starts now — and it begins with showing up. Strive for 95% attendance or higher to stay on track, crush your goals, and walk that stage with pride. 💪✨
School isn’t just about grades — it’s about building habits that shape your success.
#StriveFor95 #HighSchoolGoals #BeingPresentMatters #CISWV
🏌️♂️ Help us wish a hearty congratulations to Troy Woodford or finishing 7th at the State Golf Tournament and earning All-State Honors!
We’re proud of your hard work, dedication, and the way you represented GCHS on the course. Way to go, Troy!⛳️
#gogilmer #allstate #gchsgolf
🐾GCES Wildcats: Week-At-A-Glance🐾
📚 Attendance Matters! 🏫
Did you know there's a difference between Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy?
Both impact student success—but in different ways.
✅ Show up. Stay engaged.
👨👩👧👦 Families, your support makes a difference!
#AttendanceMatters #TruancyAwareness
Did you know there's a difference between Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy?
Both impact student success—but in different ways.
✅ Show up. Stay engaged.
👨👩👧👦 Families, your support makes a difference!
#AttendanceMatters #TruancyAwareness
Message from Mr. Fox
Thank you to our parents, students, staff, and community for making Homecoming Week such a success! It was wonderful to start some new traditions while bringing back some old favorites.
We are so fortunate to have a community that supports our students and shows such strong school pride. I am proud of our students for their spirit and hard work in making the week special, and I truly appreciate our staff for the extra time and effort they put in to make it all possible.
This celebration couldn’t have happened without each of you. Thank you for making Homecoming Week 2025 one to remember!
– Mr. Fox
Thank you to our parents, students, staff, and community for making Homecoming Week such a success! It was wonderful to start some new traditions while bringing back some old favorites.
We are so fortunate to have a community that supports our students and shows such strong school pride. I am proud of our students for their spirit and hard work in making the week special, and I truly appreciate our staff for the extra time and effort they put in to make it all possible.
This celebration couldn’t have happened without each of you. Thank you for making Homecoming Week 2025 one to remember!
– Mr. Fox
🚍 Preschool Bus Safety Training 🚍
This week, our preschool students participated in a bus safety training led by our dedicated drivers, Jean McCune and Rebecca Wright. Students learned the importance of safe riding practices, including how to sit properly on the bus, enter and exit safely, and follow important safety procedures.
We are grateful to our transportation staff for taking the time to ensure our youngest learners begin their school experience with a strong foundation in safety. Their commitment to student well-being is deeply appreciated. #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool
🎉 It's GAMEDAY! 🎉
Tonight, your Titans face off against the Wirt County Tigers
— kickoff at 7:00 PM! 🏈🔥
Can’t make it to the stadium? No worries! Catch all the action LIVE with Titan Nation Live featuring J.T. and the Doc - Presented by Calhoun Banks! 🎙️📺
https://tinyurl.com/GCHSvWCHS25
Let's go, Titans!
🎥 Hype Video by Grady Starsick
Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/TITANHYPE1
Tonight, your Titans face off against the Wirt County Tigers
— kickoff at 7:00 PM! 🏈🔥
Can’t make it to the stadium? No worries! Catch all the action LIVE with Titan Nation Live featuring J.T. and the Doc - Presented by Calhoun Banks! 🎙️📺
https://tinyurl.com/GCHSvWCHS25
Let's go, Titans!
🎥 Hype Video by Grady Starsick
Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/TITANHYPE1
Tomorrow!! Please come out and support our Wildcats 🐾
WV Schools Service Personnel Day!
Thank you to our service employees for your dedication and the vital role you play in the success of our schools. We appreciate you!
Thank you to our service employees for your dedication and the vital role you play in the success of our schools. We appreciate you!
⏰ Every minute matters in the classroom! Help us maximize learning by making sure students arrive on time and stay through the day. Small changes = big impact! 💡 #AttendanceMatters #EveryMinuteCounts #GoGilmer
📣 Gilmer County Schools is Hiring Substitute Teachers!
Do you have a passion for education and want to make a difference in your community? Join our team!
🔗 Apply now: tinyurl.com/GCSHiring
Do you have a passion for education and want to make a difference in your community? Join our team!
🔗 Apply now: tinyurl.com/GCSHiring
🎉 A big thank you to our amazing community members who have donated school supplies to support our Wildcats!
💙 Pictured is Bridget Marks
💙 Mike & Diane Kuhl
💙 The Phares Family (for the huge Lego donation!)
We are so grateful for your generosity and continued support of our students. 🐾 #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool
🍧❄️ Last Friday, our Wildcats enjoyed a sweet treat....snow cones - just for being at school! 💙🤍 It was the perfect way to celebrate attendance and kick off the weekend. Way to go, Wildcats! #GoGilmer
#LoveMyWVSchool #attendancematters
📅 We’re excited to share the Gilmer County Schools Important Dates for the 2025-2026 school year!
Planning ahead helps our students succeed - whether it’s scheduling family trips during school breaks or making sure they’re present for important testing days.
Thank you for partnering with us to support strong attendance and student success!
#gogilmer #attendancematters
