Submitting absence excuses is now easier than ever in the TCS App.
1️⃣ Open your child's school page.
2️⃣ Tap More.
3️⃣ Select the Absence Excuse Form.
4️⃣ Added Feature: Upload doctor's/medical notesdirectly from your phone.
Watch this short video for a quick demonstration: 🎥 https://youtube.com/shorts/__NatO41v54?feature=share
Reminder that we will have several local vendors with us to sell Bearcat gear and goodies!!
Are you a Grafton High School Junior or Senior interested in agriculture, food systems, entrepreneurship, business, or gaining real-world work experience?
The West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition is now accepting applications for its Food & Agriculture Service Learning Internship!
This paid, hybrid internship gives high school students the opportunity to:
🌾 Gain hands-on experience at a host site
💻 Participate in online learning & professional development
🥕 Explore local food systems & agriculture
💡 Learn about youth entrepreneurship
🤝 Build valuable career-ready skills and connections
This is a great opportunity to explore careers, gain experience, and learn more about the food and agriculture industry right here in West Virginia!
📢 GHS Juniors & Seniors — don't miss this opportunity!
🔗 Learn more & apply: [WV Food & Farm Coalition — Service Learning Internship](https://www.wvfoodandfarm.org/servicelearninginternship?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
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We’re getting closer, Bearcats! Here are a few important reminders as we get ready to kick off the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL — WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26!
The first day of school is this Wednesday! Please remember that our bell schedule will look a little different this year as we begin our new schedule.
👉 Please refer to the attached graphic for the new bell schedules and take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the changes before Wednesday.
Also there are some reminders regarding drop off/pick up and student parking as well.
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back and start another great year at Grafton High School! 💙 Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat! 🐾
We’re excited to welcome our GHS students and families tomorrow evening for Back to School Night!
Come take the opportunity to:
💙 Meet your student’s teachers
💛 Walk through your schedule and classrooms
💙 Learn more about GHS and expectations for the school year
💛 Check out our clubs, organizations, sports, and more
💙 Shop for Bearcat gear and goodies!
🐾 Freshmen & New Students: Please plan to be in the GHS Auditorium by 5:00 PM for the Freshmen & New Student Orientation.
Taylor County Schools Bus Schedules are now available. You can find them located on the TCS App under Taylor County Schools by clicking MORE- Documents -Departments-Transportation or visit the TCS website at www.taylorcountyboe.net
For questions please contact the Bus Garage at (304)265-0518
Grafton High School’s **Back to School Night** is coming up on **Monday, August 24, 2026!**
🎓 **5:00–6:00 PM | Freshmen & New Student Orientation**
📍 GHS Auditorium
All freshmen and new students are invited to meet GHS administrators and counselors, learn more about GHS, walk through their schedules, meet teachers, and get familiar with the school. Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend!
🏫 **6:00–7:00 PM | Back to School Night for ALL GHS Students**
Students and families will have the opportunity to meet teachers and staff, walk through schedules, learn about expectations for the new school year, and explore the many **clubs, organizations, and athletic opportunities** available at GHS.
There will also be organizations, teams, and local vendors including Spring 4 Customs, Tees by B, and T's Tasty Treats set up in the Commons area with Bearcat spirit gear, refreshments, treats, and more! 💙💛
We can’t wait to welcome our Bearcats back home! 🐾
Taylor County Schools would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to our incredible staff, students, families, and community partners for making the Back to School Bash such a tremendous success!
Your support and school spirit made the day one to remember. We are grateful for everyone who helped make this celebration possible and for the wonderful community that continues to support our students and schools.
We are excited to kick off another great school year together! Here’s to a year filled with learning, growth, connection, and success. 📚🍎
Planning to drive to school?
A parking permit is required for all students who park on school property during the school day. We will begin checking vehicles for parking passes on September 7th.
Juniors may begin purchasing parking permits on Monday, August 31. Permits can be purchased through our online payment system or in the school office.
Parking permit paperwork must be submitted to the office to receive the pass.
Special Education Parent/Guardian Survey
Parents and guardians of students with IEPs and encouraged to complete the Special Education Parent/Guardian Survey. Your feedback provides valuable insight that helps strengthen special education services and programs.
Complete the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/mZwqwd0N65
Need a paper copy? Please contact your child's school, and one will be provided.
Thank you for sharing your experiences and helping us serve our students and families better!
⏰ Only 10 days left to make sure your required vaccinations are up to date before the start of the school year!
✅ All incoming 12th graders must provide proof of a Tdap vaccine and a meningococcal booster if their first meningococcal vaccine was received before age 16.
✔️ If the first meningococcal dose was given on or after the student's 16th birthday, a booster is not required.
Please review the letter sent home and ensure all state immunization requirements are met. Don't wait until the last minute! 💉📚
Grafton High School is excited to welcome our incoming freshmen and new students!
📅 Monday, August 24
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 GHS Auditorium
Join us for Freshman/New Student Orientation to learn about life at GHS, meet staff, explore opportunities, and prepare for a successful school year.
We look forward to welcoming the newest members to the Bearcat Family!
