Gilmer County Schools

JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) is an exciting program dedicated to preserving the rich cultural heritage of central West Virginia through music and dance. By learning string instruments and the art of playing by ear, students immerse themselves in the traditional tunes of Appalachia, honing their skills while connecting with a vibrant legacy. The program also offers opportunities to learn from Master Class Artists, fostering growth and appreciation for the region's musical traditions. GCES recently hosted a JAM presentation for 4th and 5th-grade students, introducing them to this enriching experience and celebrating the beauty of Appalachian music and dance. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the talented musicians who graciously shared their time and expertise, inspiring our students with their passion and skill.

📣 Attention 2nd and 3rd Grade Families! 🏀 Basketball practice for 2nd and 3rd graders starts tomorrow, Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Practices will continue every Tuesday and Friday. 📋 Important Reminder: Students must turn in their sign-up and physical forms before they can participate in practice.

📣 GCHS Parking Lot Update 📣 🚧 Reminder: There is ongoing work in the GCHS parking lot that impacts student parking spots 1-19. Students, please continue to park in the same spot as today to avoid any disruptions. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

📚🎉 Exciting News at GCES! 🎉📚 We are thrilled to introduce our brand new Book Vending Machine! 🎊 This unique machine will be used as an incentive for our Wildcats, rewarding attendance, positive behavior, and more as the year goes on. Students will have the chance to earn tokens for these achievements and choose a book to take home and enjoy! 📖✨ Stay tuned as we roll out this fantastic program and cheer on our students as they work hard, make great choices, and continue to grow a love for reading! Go Wildcats. #GoGilmer

Gilmer County High School Parents and Students, We want to inform you that due to necessary work in the student parking lot, parking spots 1-19 will temporarily be unavailable on Tuesday, November 12th, and Wednesday, November 13th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. To accommodate students, we will work to adjust parking on campus, and additional parking will also be available across from the public library. If students need to park at the library, staff will be present to supervise and assist students as they park and walk safely to the school. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we make these temporary adjustments.

🏀 Attention 4th & 5th Grade Basketball Families! 🏀 4th graders with completed sports physicals will practice Tuesday, 11/12, from 4-5:30 PM. 5th graders will practice Wednesday, 11/13, from 4-5:30 PM. These are closed practices. Coaches will meet Thursday to finalize teams, so students do not need to attend.

Attention students in grades 6-12 who have signed up or are interested in signing-up for for wrestling: There will be a meeting on Tuesday, November 12 at 5:00 PM. This meeting will take place at the wrestling building on Rt. 33.

Seniors had a blast at the annual "Senior Brunch" yesterday! They enjoyed a delicious breakfast with donuts, waffles, casseroles, coffee, and more, all while getting their senior portraits taken. Plus, they added their handprints to the "Goal to Graduate" banner, which will inspire our younger students all year long! A special thank you to Mrs. Ashley Barker, Mr. Blair Fisher, and Ms. Melissa Jones for their tireless efforts and dedication in making this event a success for our seniors! Your efforts are greatly appreciated. #gogilmer #ClassOf2024

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

GCHS recognizes school attendance as a fundamental aspect of education that significantly impacts a student’s academic success and personal development. Encouraging consistent attendance not only benefits individual students but also contributes to a positive school culture. Today, GCHS Student Council sponsored 7 drawings for Titan Spirit Packs as an attendance reward just for being present at school! The winners are: Mia Butcher (6th grade), Cheryl Craig (7th grade), Mallaky Frame (8th grade), Shawn Hull (9th grade), Dakota Smith (10th grade), Rebekah Spears (11th grade), and Hannah Stump (12th grade).  Attend For The Win! Miss Less Than 10! #gogilmer #attendforthewin #misslessthan10 #attendancematters

🎉🌟 Celebrating Our Perfect Attendance Wildcats! 🌟🎉 We are incredibly proud to recognize 68 students at Gilmer County Elementary who achieved perfect attendance for the first 9 weeks of school! Not missing a single day in that time is truly an impressive accomplishment. Regular attendance is one of the most important factors in a student’s success. Each school day builds on the last, and being here every day helps students keep up with lessons, stay engaged with their classmates, and feel confident in their learning. When students attend consistently, they’re less likely to fall behind and can tackle new skills with confidence! Congratulations to our Wildcats with perfect attendance, and thank you to all the families who support them. Let’s keep aiming for excellent attendance every day, GCES! 🐾💪 #GoGilmer

The GCHS chapter of Mu Alpha Theta held its annual induction for new members yesterday. Mu Alpha Theta is the National Mathematics Honor Society organization that recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional mathematical prowess and a commitment to scholarship. Join us in extending hearty "congratulations" to all the inductees and officers! Keep striving for excellence! 📚✨ #MuAlphaTheta #gogilmer #mathematicallyminded

🎉 What a fun and busy week at GCES! We celebrated Red Ribbon Week, enjoyed an amazing "Making the Band" performance by our 3rd and 4th graders, and wrapped it all up with our Annual Halloween Walk and a surprise Good-bye Assembly for Mr. Fox! Thanks to everyone for the memories and support—we're lucky to have such a wonderful Wildcat family! 💙🐾 🎃🎶 Also, a huge thank you to Mr. Huffman’s Law and Public Safety class at the Career Center for volunteering their efforts to keep our students safe. Glenville Health and Rehabilitation, Glenville Napa, Betty’s Floral Designs, Subway, Calhoun Banks, Captured by Cassandra, Gilmer County Board of Education, Kristina Beron Tax Services, Family Dollar, Advanced Auto, and Glenville Foodland for handing out sweet treats during the Halloween Walk. Your generosity made it extra special for our Wildcats! 💙🐾 #GoGilmer

📢 Attention, Gilmer County!** We need your help to honor our heroes, and we are still looking for more Veterans to honor for our upcoming assembly. On November 7, 2024, at 9:00 AM, we're holding a special assembly at the WACO Center to recognize the incredible sacrifices made by our active and former military personnel and veterans. 🎖️ We want to make this event unforgettable, and we need your support! If you know any veterans who should be invited, please share this post and spread the word! Check out the attached letter for more details, and please return the invitation form **ASAP.** Let’s come together to show our gratitude! 🇺🇸 #HonorOurVeterans #GoGilmer #SpreadTheWord For more information, please call Gilmer County High School at (304)462-7960 or email at cmontgomery@k12.wv.us or dendra.miller@k12.wv.us . The form can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/GCSVeteransday2024

🐾GCES Wildcats Teacher Spotlight🐾

📣 Gilmer County Schools is Hiring Substitute Teachers! 📣 Looking for a flexible job where you can make a difference? Join our team as a substitute teacher! See the flyer below for all the details and how to apply. #GoGilmer

🎉Celebrating Leadership! 🎉 Honoring our Dedicated GCES Principal, Mr. Price!!

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

📢 Attention Gilmer County Families 📢 Report cards are coming home today! Along with your child’s report card, you will also receive a Student Attendance Report, which provides an attendance rating for your child so far this school year. You can expect to see these reports at the end of every 9 weeks to help track attendance progress. In addition, a magnetic GCS calendar will be coming home to help you stay informed of important dates throughout the school year! Regular attendance is essential for student success, so please review the report carefully. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact your school’s office. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure the best for our students! #GoGilmer

🎃👻 Reminder: The 4th Annual Boo Bash is almost here! 👻🎃 Join us at GCES this Thursday, October 24th from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM for a night of fun and spooktacular activities! 🎉 There will be a train, bounce houses, a haunted house, concessions, cotton candy, popcorn, and more! 🍿🎪 Don’t miss out on this exciting event! We can't wait to see everyone there! 👀 Flyers with all the details are below! ⬇️