GCES Wildcats~Week At-A-Glance🐾
GCS staff participated in this morning's inaugural session for the 2023-2024 academic year. Superintendent Dr. Minney delivered remarks that showcased his enthusiasm for the upcoming school year and illustrated the new county mission statement: Empower, Inspire, Engage. Principals Tyson Price and Brandon Payne introduced new staff members and shared their excitement for students to return to school next Thursday.
The highlight of the event was an inspiring presentation delivered by Rodney Robinson, the distinguished recipient of the 2019 National Teacher of the Year award. Mr. Robinson took the audience through an inspiring narrative, detailing the transformational odyssey of the Virgie Binford Education Center – a journey that elevated it from closure to attaining the esteemed status of the top educational institution in the entire state.
During his address, Mr. Robinson underscored the pivotal role of forging meaningful connections, embracing the principles of restorative justice, and diligently catering to the diverse needs of students. These pillars, he stressed, are instrumental in cultivating an environment that inherently fosters favorable educational outcomes and nurtures a culture of positive learning.
We would like to thank our generous donors and community partners who made the staff breakfast possible:
Collins Insurance
Mama's Brick Oven
Par Mar
McDonald's
Glenville Foodland
Our teachers and staff are inspired and motivated to have a strong start to the school year! #GoGilmer
From the Nurse's Office:
We kindly remind our 7th and 12th grade students and parents that up-to-date immunizations are a prerequisite prior to the commencement of the school term.
For our Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students and families, please ensure that age-appropriate vaccines are fully administered before the start of the school year.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as we prioritize the health and well-being of our students!
Save the Children's SummerBoost Camp has come to a close. To say we had a successful summer of fun and learning would be an understatement. A big shout to the SummerBoost staff for making this a memorable summer for the kiddos. Go Gilmer!!
🌟Back To School Open House/Meet Your Teacher🌟
WHEN: Tuesday, August 15, 2023
TIMES: Preschool will be from 3:00-4:00 ONLY
Kindergarten through 5th grades will be from 4:00-6:00
We are so excited to kick-off the beginning of another great year! Please join us!! Don't forget to check out our school website for calendars, bus routes, Live Grades info and more!
https://gces.gilmer.k12.wv.us/
Come and join us tomorrow, SATURDAY, JULY 22nd at your neighborhood location. We will be bringing the Mobile Unit to Rosedale, Normantown, Tanner, Troy and Sand Fork. Youth are invited to stop by and visit the "Gilmer Grab-n-Go." The Mobile Unit was named by the students at Gilmer County Elementary School. Snack packs, books and other resources will be shared with youth tomorrow. Please see the flyer for times at these 5 locations in Gilmer County. Hope to see you tomorrow!
🤩SummerBoost Camp Highlights🤩
SummerBoost campers have been learning about what sports make up the summer Olympics. We were so excited when Salem University Water Polo coach and athletic trainer made a visit to teach about the sport. Also, Principal, Mr. Price, is an avid cyclist and demonstrated the many facets of cycling to our campers.
A big "SHOUT OUT" to Salem University's Polo crew and Mr. Price!
FYI:
😎Food Drive- PLEASE DONATE😎
Gilmer County Elementary's SummerBoost campers in grades 3-5 grades have been learning about community service. These students have partnered with our friends at CRI and organized a food drive for our local community. We are asking for YOUR help. Collection dates are from July 12th through July 21st and all items can be dropped off at Gilmer County Elementary School. Thank you so much for your support!
SummerBoost campers in grades K-2 have been learning about community service. They partnered with our friends at FRN and sponsored a very successful toiletry drive! THANK YOU to everyone who donated.
😎SummerBoost's Fanstastic Friday😎 Friday, campers had fun in the sun at the Lewis County Park! It was a splashing good time 💦💦!
😎SummerBoost's Fanstastic Friday😎
Friday, campers had fun in the sun at the Lewis County Park! It was a splashing good time 💦💦!
🤩SummerBoost Fun🤩
On Friday, June 30th, campers enjoyed another Fantastic Friday! The morning began with a trip to Glenville State University. Campers toured the campus and also learned about the international students who attend the university. The day didn't end there. Next, campers stopped by the Gilmer Public Library and participated in a craft, a read-aloud, and relay games. Campers were even able to launch water balloons at Miss Monica. A big THANK YOU to both GSU and Gilmer County Public Library for hosting and creating a memory the campers won't forget. Go Gilmer!!
FYI : 🏈📣
🤩SummerBoost Highlight🤩
This summer, campers are learning about the Olympic Games and were in for a treat when our friends from Fearless Fitness by Karisa and Leon Ramsey, Chairman of the WV State Athletics Commission for Boxing stopped by. Our own, Dr. Crystal Smith, also supported the demonstration with her knowledge of the sport. Campers learned about the sport of boxing and were able to try out their punches!!
Families in Gilmer County are invited to come to Gilmer County Elementary School on July 11th from 2pm-4pm to participate in a Joy of Moving event with a team of folks from Save the Children and Kinder Joy (from Italy...the folks who make the Kinder Joy eggs). We will have carnival style games, snacks, books, and a bike to give away. Toddlers through middle school age students are invited to participate with their parents in an afternoon of family fun! Rain or shine, come and have some fun at this Joy of Moving event with some special international guests. Hope to see you there!
😎Toiletry Drive- PLEASE DONATE😎
Gilmer County Elementary's SummerBoost campers in grades K-2 have been learning about community service. These students have partnered with FRN (Family Resource Network) and organized a toiletry drive for our local community. We are asking for YOUR help. Collection dates are from June 29th to July 7th and all items can be dropped off at Gilmer County Elementary School. Thank you so much for your support!
🎖Check out what's been happening at SummerBoost Camp🎖 From math games to reader's theaters, field trips to healthy choices, and a little bit of everything in between, campers are having so much fun!! A special SHOUT OUT to Dr. Barr for visiting last week and sharing some music history with our campers!
⭐SummerBoost Highlight⭐
The Kids Fresh Market sponsored by the Mountaineer Food Bank stopped by camp today :) Kiddos were able to take a 'rainbow' of vegatables and fruits home to enjoy with their families 🍎🥕
Gilmer SummerBoost had special guests join us on Thursday, June 22nd during the morning academic rotations.
These were folks from the National office of Save the Children and the WV state office of Save the Children. They were very pleased with the "fabulous" work that they saw in the SummerBoost program. While visiting, they also discussed other Save the Children programs in Gilmer County, including Early Steps, KinderBoost, Afterschool and the Mobile Feeding Unit. We were really excited and proud to receive national attention on the great work our staff and students are doing in Gilmer County.
