📱 New Feature Alert for the 2026-2027 School Year!
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
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
Sharing on behalf of FCA
All are welcome to join 💙💛
CLASS OF 2027 SENIOR T-SHIRT ORDERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! 🎓
Seniors, it’s time to get your Class of 2027 Senior T-Shirt!
📄 Hard copies of the order form have been given to all Senior AA teachers. They are also available in the senior student and parent/guardians Rooms material section.
Two ways to order:
• Online: Visit [www.spring4customsandmore.com](http://www.spring4customsandmore.com) and search Senior Shirt
• Paper Order: Complete the order form and return it to your AA teacher with cash or check
💙 Shirt Cost: $20
💙 Add $5 for sizes 2XL and above
📅 Orders are due Friday, September 11th
Don’t miss out on getting your Senior Shirt 🐾💙💛
**Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat!** 💙💛
Seniors, it’s time to get your Class of 2027 Senior T-Shirt!
📄 Hard copies of the order form have been given to all Senior AA teachers. They are also available in the senior student and parent/guardians Rooms material section.
Two ways to order:
• Online: Visit [www.spring4customsandmore.com](http://www.spring4customsandmore.com) and search Senior Shirt
• Paper Order: Complete the order form and return it to your AA teacher with cash or check
💙 Shirt Cost: $20
💙 Add $5 for sizes 2XL and above
📅 Orders are due Friday, September 11th
Don’t miss out on getting your Senior Shirt 🐾💙💛
**Once a Bearcat, Always a Bearcat!** 💙💛
CLASS OF 2027- SAVE THE DATE
Grafton High School will be hosting a Financial Aid Info Session + FAFSA Filing Workshop for all GHS seniors and their parents/guardians!
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Grafton High School
This evening is designed to help seniors and their families better understand the financial aid process and provide hands-on assistance with completing the FAFSA and Promise application.
During the workshop, there will be someone available to:
💙 Guide you through the financial aid process
💛 Answer your FAFSA questions
💙 Help you complete the FAFSA and Promise application
💛 Explain financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and loans
This event is not mandatory, but it is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED for seniors planning to attend college after graduation.
📢 IMPORTANT: A registration link will be sent out prior to the event. Students AND their parent/guardian MUST complete the registration form in order to attend. Please watch for the registration link and make sure it is completed!
💻 What to Bring:
• Students: Your student-issued device
• Parents/Guardians: You are welcome to **bring your own device** to follow along and complete applications.
We encourage our seniors and their families to take advantage of this opportunity to get questions answered and get a head start on the financial aid process!
Grafton High School will be hosting a Financial Aid Info Session + FAFSA Filing Workshop for all GHS seniors and their parents/guardians!
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Grafton High School
This evening is designed to help seniors and their families better understand the financial aid process and provide hands-on assistance with completing the FAFSA and Promise application.
During the workshop, there will be someone available to:
💙 Guide you through the financial aid process
💛 Answer your FAFSA questions
💙 Help you complete the FAFSA and Promise application
💛 Explain financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, and loans
This event is not mandatory, but it is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED for seniors planning to attend college after graduation.
📢 IMPORTANT: A registration link will be sent out prior to the event. Students AND their parent/guardian MUST complete the registration form in order to attend. Please watch for the registration link and make sure it is completed!
💻 What to Bring:
• Students: Your student-issued device
• Parents/Guardians: You are welcome to **bring your own device** to follow along and complete applications.
We encourage our seniors and their families to take advantage of this opportunity to get questions answered and get a head start on the financial aid process!
GNN: Academics with Addison 9 3 2026
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pX3BIXOdjJ4
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pX3BIXOdjJ4
GHS Fall Edition 💙💛
A huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Bartlett, the students who helped decorate, and CG Farms for helping make the front lawn at GHS look ready for Fall! 🎃🍁 We appreciate all the time put into making our school feel so welcoming.
What a GREAT first week it has been with our students! 🐾💙 We’re excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to make memories with ALL of our Bearcats!
📸 Want to be part of the 2026–2027 Yearbook?
Stop by the front of GHS and take a picture in front of our Fall display! Then, use the QR code located on the front lawn to submit your photo for a chance to be included in the yearbook.
You can also upload your photos directly here: https://photos.jostens.com/?utm_source=poster&utm_medium=qrcode&utm_campaign=YBK_SY27_STANDARD_KIT_PHOTO_SHARE_YARD_SIGN_20260701
Let’s make this a year to remember, Bearcats!
💙 GHS AND TAYLOR COUNTY PARENTS & GUARDIANS — FREE RESOURCES FOR YOU! 💛
Parenting a teenager comes with plenty of questions, challenges, and moments when you’re not quite sure what to do next. You don’t have to figure it all out alone!
Grafton High School wants to remind our families about the free resources available through ParentGuidance.org. This website offers helpful courses and resources designed specifically for parents and caregivers of school-aged children.
📚 Topics include:
• Understanding your child’s emotions
• Anxiety, stress & worry
• Building stronger relationships with your child
• Communication & connection
• Navigating difficult behaviors
• Social media & technology
• Helping your child develop confidence and resilience
• Supporting your child through challenges
• And much more!
✨Whether you’re looking for help with a specific challenge or simply want to strengthen your relationship with your child, there is a resource available for you.
👉 Explore the available courses here:
https://parentguidance.org/
Due to a planned power outage, United Technical Center (UTC) will not have classes on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
Morning UTC Students:
Report to Grafton High School instead.
-Students must check in at the office by 12:34 p.m. to attend their 6th period class.
-Students who would like lunch must arrive by 12:04 p.m.
Afternoon UTC Students:
- Will not attend UTC on Tuesday.
- Students will be dismissed from GHS at the regular time of 11:10 a.m., by signing out in the office.
Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
Morning UTC Students:
Report to Grafton High School instead.
-Students must check in at the office by 12:34 p.m. to attend their 6th period class.
-Students who would like lunch must arrive by 12:04 p.m.
Afternoon UTC Students:
- Will not attend UTC on Tuesday.
- Students will be dismissed from GHS at the regular time of 11:10 a.m., by signing out in the office.
Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
Due to a HVAC Issue, Grafton High School will dismiss at 11:30am, August 31, 2026. GHS students will be dismissed using standard transportation procedures. Only Grafton High School bus schedules will operate on an adjusted early dismissal timeline. All other Taylor County students will operate at their normal dismissal times. After-school activities may continue as scheduled unless otherwise notified.
GNN: Ruth is ready again, running to great things happening at Grafton High School this year.
Running with Ruth 34
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QCzGMlKvhYA
Running with Ruth 34
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QCzGMlKvhYA
At Grafton High School, there are so many different groups and organizations that lend a helping hand to make things special for our students, dedicate their own time, and show support in all kinds of ways. 💙💛
Thank you to All Sports Boosters for the banners and to the Gillespies and Chambers families for taking their time to hang the banners today. We are grateful for your efforts!
Photos courtesy of All Sports Boosters.
📸 SAVE THE DATE, BEARCATS! 💙💛
Picture Day is coming to Grafton High School! Mark your calendars for September 28, 2026 for Yearbook Picture Day and October 5, 2026 for SENIOR PICTURE DAY. Retake day will be November 2, 2026.
📷 Be sure to check out the graphic for all the important details, including ordering information and our reminder to please don’t wear green!
Picture Day is coming to Grafton High School! Mark your calendars for September 28, 2026 for Yearbook Picture Day and October 5, 2026 for SENIOR PICTURE DAY. Retake day will be November 2, 2026.
📷 Be sure to check out the graphic for all the important details, including ordering information and our reminder to please don’t wear green!
GNN: Fast News with Flea turns Chit Chatting with Chace
8/28/2026
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l6ndOPJfwyM
8/28/2026
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l6ndOPJfwyM
Order your GHS yearbooks today! Don't miss out 💙💛
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1117997/GRAFTON-HIGH-SCHOOL/2027-Yearbook/20260731121524633126/CATALOG_SHOP?fbclid=IwdGRjcAT9XCdwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNR0XemYor4GUGyzTbddnh6KpfKuFWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7vlJopI57ZbUUKc5J-j1ZXhN4V6yNP1w250W6Q8lXTmgsIMMC59FVGGdvLlg_aem_FqMPmeUhdX2LGt4KB8Ltrw
Just a reminder GHS students have paperwork for families to complete this evening and return to school on Thursday.
GNN: Seniors arrived at Grafton High School early this morning to celebrate their last first day.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoarrFYeuz8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoarrFYeuz8
🐾💙💛 Mark Your Calendars, Bearcats! 💛💙🐾
We wanted to make sure everyone has marked their calendars for this year’s 2026 GHS Homecoming Week!🎉
📅 September 28 – October 3
From Spirit Days and the Homecoming Parade to the Thuse Homecoming Game & Coronation and Homecoming Dance, we’re looking forward to celebrating a week of Bearcat Pride with our entire school and community!
Let’s make Homecoming 2026 one to remember! 💙💛🐾
We wanted to make sure everyone has marked their calendars for this year’s 2026 GHS Homecoming Week!🎉
📅 September 28 – October 3
From Spirit Days and the Homecoming Parade to the Thuse Homecoming Game & Coronation and Homecoming Dance, we’re looking forward to celebrating a week of Bearcat Pride with our entire school and community!
Let’s make Homecoming 2026 one to remember! 💙💛🐾
💙 WELCOME BACK, BEARCATS! 💛
Tomorrow is the FIRST DAY of the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉 We are so excited to welcome all of our Bearcats back for another year of learning, growing, making memories, and being part of the Grafton High School family!
Recently, we shared several informative documents with our new students and freshmen to help them prepare for the start of the school year. We wanted to share these resources with ALL GHS students and families in case you were unable to attend our Back to School event.
📚 Take a few minutes to review the information and get ready for a great start to the school year! We are excited to see everyone tomorrow! Let’s make it a great year, Bearcats! 🐾💙💛
Please note- the county has created a new student absence form which was released yesterday. We have uploaded the new QR code for this form. This can also be found on the Grafton HS website.
Tomorrow is the FIRST DAY of the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉 We are so excited to welcome all of our Bearcats back for another year of learning, growing, making memories, and being part of the Grafton High School family!
Recently, we shared several informative documents with our new students and freshmen to help them prepare for the start of the school year. We wanted to share these resources with ALL GHS students and families in case you were unable to attend our Back to School event.
📚 Take a few minutes to review the information and get ready for a great start to the school year! We are excited to see everyone tomorrow! Let’s make it a great year, Bearcats! 🐾💙💛
Please note- the county has created a new student absence form which was released yesterday. We have uploaded the new QR code for this form. This can also be found on the Grafton HS website.
GNN cannot wait to interview incoming freshmen and continue to share all the successes of every Bearcat.
These GNN videos were created for Bump Up Day in the spring. Please enjoy the information provided in a fun way from our amazing GNN staff!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X7j-ymGMhc&t=11s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cm4OOMFGdl0&t=32s
These GNN videos were created for Bump Up Day in the spring. Please enjoy the information provided in a fun way from our amazing GNN staff!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X7j-ymGMhc&t=11s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cm4OOMFGdl0&t=32s