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
Thank you to all of our students and families who attended tonight’s Back to School Event at GHS! 💙💛
We had a fantastic turnout and were so excited to see so many of our new and returning Bearcats this evening as we kicked off the 2026–2027 school year! 🐾
A special thank you to these local businesses for joining us and bringing some awesome Bearcat gear and goodies:
💙 Spring 4 Customs
💛 T’s Tasty Treats
💙 Tees by B
We are looking forward to a great school year filled with learning, growth, memories, and Bearcat pride!
See you Wednesday, Bearcats! 🐾
📱 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
We look forward to seeing you all tonight at our Back to School event!
Reminder that we will have several local vendors with us to sell Bearcat gear and goodies!!
Reminder that we will have several local vendors with us to sell Bearcat gear and goodies!!
🌱 PAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR GHS STUDENTS! 🐾
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)
#GHSBearcats #BearcatPride #CareerReady #StudentOpportunities #WestVirginia #InternshipOpportunity #Agriculture #Entrepreneurship
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)
#GHSBearcats #BearcatPride #CareerReady #StudentOpportunities #WestVirginia #InternshipOpportunity #Agriculture #Entrepreneurship
Welcome back, students & staff! 🎉 First day for students in grades Kindergarten -12th is Wednesday, August 26th. We’re so excited to kick off another year of learning and growth. Let’s make this year the best one yet! 📚✨ #BackToSchool #NewBeginnings
A FEW BACK-TO-SCHOOL REMINDERS FOR OUR GHS STUDENTS & FAMILIES! 💛💙🐾
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 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! 🐾
📚 REMINDER THAT OUR BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT IS TOMORROW!
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.
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
Join us for a Stadium and Grounds Clean-up at Grafton High School on Sunday!
📣 **SAVE THE DATE, BEARCATS!** 🐾💙💛
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! 🐾
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. 📚🍎
🎨❄️ PAINT THE PLOW! ❄️🎨
GHS students and teachers- this is your chance to show off your creativity and Bearcat pride! 🐾💙💛
The deadline for the WVDOT Paint the Plow Contest has been extended to Friday, September 4, 2026!
Schools can design and decorate a real snowplow that will serve our community this winter. What a fun way to combine school spirit, creativity, and community!
Interested in participating? Check out the details and application below! 👇
🔗 https://webapps.transportation.wv.gov/painttheplow/
🚀🐾 BEARCAT PRIDE 🐾🚀
We are incredibly proud of GHS alumnus, Fletcher Newell, who is making an impact at NASA. From a GHS student and NASA intern to now working as a NASA engineer, Fletcher’s journey is an incredible example of where hard work, curiosity, and a passion for STEM can lead.
Congratulations, Fletcher! We are proud to call you a Bearcat. Thank you for being a great example of how far a Bearcat can go with hard work and determination! 💙💛
Read his incredible story below:
https://www.nasa.gov/centers-and-facilities/goddard/for-west-virginia-engineer-home-is-where-the-heart-is-and-nasa-too/
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.
