📱 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
OUR PAWS ARE IN THIS FIGHT! 🐾
This Friday, September 25th, Grafton High School is going GOLD for Childhood Cancer Awareness! We will be collecting donations from GHS students and staff throughout the day to support this important cause.
Here’s how it works:
💛 Donate $2-$4: Receive ONE FREE ITEM
Choose between a dye-free snow cone OR a fresh bag of popcorn!
💛 Donate $5 or more: Receive TWO FREE ITEMS
Get BOTH a snow cone AND popcorn!
Every donation, big or small, helps us show our support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
Bring your money. Show your support.
This Friday, September 25th, Grafton High School is going GOLD for Childhood Cancer Awareness! We will be collecting donations from GHS students and staff throughout the day to support this important cause.
Here’s how it works:
💛 Donate $2-$4: Receive ONE FREE ITEM
Choose between a dye-free snow cone OR a fresh bag of popcorn!
💛 Donate $5 or more: Receive TWO FREE ITEMS
Get BOTH a snow cone AND popcorn!
Every donation, big or small, helps us show our support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
Bring your money. Show your support.
As we approach our annual GHS Homecoming Week, we’d like to take a moment to feature our 2026 GHS Homecoming Parade Marshal, Kevin Stead.
Kevin has dedicated decades to serving the Grafton community, including more than 27 years as Grafton City Manager and countless contributions to local organizations, events, and traditions. His commitment to Grafton, its people, and its youth makes him a wonderful choice to represent our community during this year’s Homecoming celebration.
Please take a moment to learn more about Kevin and the lasting impact he has made on the community he proudly calls home. We are honored to recognize him as our 2026 Homecoming Parade Marshal!
Thank you, Kevin!
Kevin has dedicated decades to serving the Grafton community, including more than 27 years as Grafton City Manager and countless contributions to local organizations, events, and traditions. His commitment to Grafton, its people, and its youth makes him a wonderful choice to represent our community during this year’s Homecoming celebration.
Please take a moment to learn more about Kevin and the lasting impact he has made on the community he proudly calls home. We are honored to recognize him as our 2026 Homecoming Parade Marshal!
Thank you, Kevin!
Presenting this year's 2026 GHS Homecoming Court and their escorts! We look forward to having these students represent our school on the homecoming court in all of our upcoming homecoming festivities.
Reminder to all students that this year's homecoming queen ballot is now open until Tuesday 9/29. Please be sure to cast your vote for who you'd like to represent Grafton High School as this year's Homecoming Queen. The queen will be announced at our annual homecoming football game during half time.
Good luck to all of our Senior Princesses running for queen!
Reminder to all students that this year's homecoming queen ballot is now open until Tuesday 9/29. Please be sure to cast your vote for who you'd like to represent Grafton High School as this year's Homecoming Queen. The queen will be announced at our annual homecoming football game during half time.
Good luck to all of our Senior Princesses running for queen!
Tomorrow makes it just ONE WEEK away until our annual GHS Homecoming Week!
This is a reminder that each day there is a spirit week theme. If you dress up, you must check in at the table outside of the new gym to receive your points for your class.
All class officers have been hosting meetings to invite students in their grade to participate in homecoming activities- float decorating, wall decorating, Thuse activities, etc. If you are interested, please be sure that you are attending these class meetings.
Wednesday, September 30th is our annual Homecoming Parade. It will begin at 6:00 pm, all are welcome to line the streets and attend. If you are participating, line up begins at 5:00 pm.
Friday, October 2nd we will have our annual GHS Thuse after lunches. That evening is our Homecoming Football game. Come out and join us for continued school spirit festivities, cheer on the Bearcats and watch Homecoming Coronation at halftime.
Homecoming dance will be held Saturday, October 3rd. Please make sure that you have any guest request forms into Mr. McCarthy by Monday of next week. It is $5 cash admission for every student and guest entering the dance. Dance will be from 7:00 - 10:00 pm in the GHS Commons Area. Only entrance is through Sam Bord Drive.
We look forward to another wonderful week with all of our Bearcats and celebrating our Bearcat Pride with our community.
This is a reminder that each day there is a spirit week theme. If you dress up, you must check in at the table outside of the new gym to receive your points for your class.
All class officers have been hosting meetings to invite students in their grade to participate in homecoming activities- float decorating, wall decorating, Thuse activities, etc. If you are interested, please be sure that you are attending these class meetings.
Wednesday, September 30th is our annual Homecoming Parade. It will begin at 6:00 pm, all are welcome to line the streets and attend. If you are participating, line up begins at 5:00 pm.
Friday, October 2nd we will have our annual GHS Thuse after lunches. That evening is our Homecoming Football game. Come out and join us for continued school spirit festivities, cheer on the Bearcats and watch Homecoming Coronation at halftime.
Homecoming dance will be held Saturday, October 3rd. Please make sure that you have any guest request forms into Mr. McCarthy by Monday of next week. It is $5 cash admission for every student and guest entering the dance. Dance will be from 7:00 - 10:00 pm in the GHS Commons Area. Only entrance is through Sam Bord Drive.
We look forward to another wonderful week with all of our Bearcats and celebrating our Bearcat Pride with our community.
GNN: Academics with Addison 9/17/2026
https://youtube.com/shorts/t7uJRNhQkSg
As a reminder, students should charge their iPads tonight to ensure they are ready for Mastery Prep testing on Thursday.
Also, students who attend UTC or Pierpont will follow their regular schedules and should attend as normal.
Thank you for your support, and let's have a great morning testing!
Also, students who attend UTC or Pierpont will follow their regular schedules and should attend as normal.
Thank you for your support, and let's have a great morning testing!
GNN: Students and faculty were asked for the most cringe thing they can do.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nyzdmHMvZw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nyzdmHMvZw
🍎🍂 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY – FALL FEST! 🍂🍎
Are you a GHS student who needs volunteer hours? Here’s a great opportunity to help out in our community!
📍 Tygart Lake State Park
📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tygart Lake State Park is hosting its annual Fall Fest, and they are looking for student volunteers to help with:
🍎 Apple butter stirring
🙌 General event assistance
🧹 Miscellaneous tasks as needed
Volunteer hours will be provided and signed off for the time you contribute.
📌 Where to Meet: Students can meet at the Lodge front desk when they arrive. Someone will be there to get you checked in and direct you to where you are needed.
Whether you can volunteer for the entire day or only a portion of the day, your help would be greatly appreciated! Come out, help our community, and earn some volunteer hours while enjoying Fall Fest!
Are you a GHS student who needs volunteer hours? Here’s a great opportunity to help out in our community!
📍 Tygart Lake State Park
📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tygart Lake State Park is hosting its annual Fall Fest, and they are looking for student volunteers to help with:
🍎 Apple butter stirring
🙌 General event assistance
🧹 Miscellaneous tasks as needed
Volunteer hours will be provided and signed off for the time you contribute.
📌 Where to Meet: Students can meet at the Lodge front desk when they arrive. Someone will be there to get you checked in and direct you to where you are needed.
Whether you can volunteer for the entire day or only a portion of the day, your help would be greatly appreciated! Come out, help our community, and earn some volunteer hours while enjoying Fall Fest!
GNN asked faculty and students to share their favorite Spiderman:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/AIY9VpwoYVA
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/AIY9VpwoYVA
Today at GHS we hosted a Club Exploration Day for all students to have the opportunity to see what is available at our school. The goal was to increase involvement and participation for all students at GHS, but also allow the opportunity for students to see the variety of clubs and organizations that we have right here at GHS.
Student members and faculty sponsors set up tables and had information and flyers to present to interested students.
Thank you to all who participated and displayed the wonderful opportunities we have at GHS! 💙💛
GNN: Running with Ruth 36
Ruth is running toward a wonderful cause.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tx_3PCYl6CQ
Ruth is running toward a wonderful cause.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tx_3PCYl6CQ
Seating areas for our GHS Football games this year! 💛🏈💙
👑CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 GHS HOMECOMING COURT! 👑
Grafton High School is proud to announce our 2026 Homecoming Court! These students were elected by their classmates to represent their respective classes during this year’s Homecoming Week festivities.
✨ 9th Grade:
Alexis Mlinarcik & Tenley Tucker
✨ 10th Grade:
Bristoll Dunham & Ava Leard
✨ 11th Grade:
Kaydence Grogg & Gemma Hibbs
✨ 12th Grade Princesses:
Caylee Abel • Isabelle Barnes • Sophia Collins • Bailey Murphy • Bailey Satterfield • Rory Stevens
👑 Our GHS Princesses will proudly participate in the annual Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:00 PM.
🎉 Court Presentation & Coronation:
Friday, October 2nd during halftime of the Homecoming Game at GHS
We look forward to celebrating these wonderful young ladies and watching them represent Grafton High School throughout Homecoming Week!
Grafton High School is proud to announce our 2026 Homecoming Court! These students were elected by their classmates to represent their respective classes during this year’s Homecoming Week festivities.
✨ 9th Grade:
Alexis Mlinarcik & Tenley Tucker
✨ 10th Grade:
Bristoll Dunham & Ava Leard
✨ 11th Grade:
Kaydence Grogg & Gemma Hibbs
✨ 12th Grade Princesses:
Caylee Abel • Isabelle Barnes • Sophia Collins • Bailey Murphy • Bailey Satterfield • Rory Stevens
👑 Our GHS Princesses will proudly participate in the annual Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:00 PM.
🎉 Court Presentation & Coronation:
Friday, October 2nd during halftime of the Homecoming Game at GHS
We look forward to celebrating these wonderful young ladies and watching them represent Grafton High School throughout Homecoming Week!
Class of 2027- SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for a Financial Aid Info Session + FAFSA Filing Workshop designed to help seniors and their families navigate the financial aid process and complete the FAFSA and Promise applications.
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Grafton High School
💻 Bring: Student-issued devices for students. Parents/guardians are welcome to bring their own device.
🚨 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! 🚨
Students AND their parent/guardian MUST complete the registration form to attend.
👉 Register here: GHS Financial Aid + FAFSA Workshop Registration
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grafton-hs-financial-aid-info-fafsa-filing-workshop-tickets-2000642433374?aff=oddtdtcreator
This event is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged for seniors planning to attend college after graduation!
Join us for a Financial Aid Info Session + FAFSA Filing Workshop designed to help seniors and their families navigate the financial aid process and complete the FAFSA and Promise applications.
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Grafton High School
💻 Bring: Student-issued devices for students. Parents/guardians are welcome to bring their own device.
🚨 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! 🚨
Students AND their parent/guardian MUST complete the registration form to attend.
👉 Register here: GHS Financial Aid + FAFSA Workshop Registration
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grafton-hs-financial-aid-info-fafsa-filing-workshop-tickets-2000642433374?aff=oddtdtcreator
This event is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged for seniors planning to attend college after graduation!
🏆 Congratulations to our Super Duolingo summer winners! 🦉
Spanish 2 H
🥇 Gold — Mason Vandergrift - Rylee Knight, Mason Swyck
🥈 Silver — Clark Singleton – Aubrie Murphy
🥉 Bronze — Laken Dillon -Genevieve Mahon
Spanish 3 H
🥇 Gold — Kinleigh Hutson
🥈 Silver — Reagan Taylor
🥉 Bronze — Brooklyn Peters
Spanish 4 H
🥇 Gold — Bailey Weaver
🥈 Silver — Corinne Miller
🥉 Bronze — Zheng Chen
Spanish 5 H
🥇 Gold — Madelynn Fryer
🥈 Silver — Ruth Horne
🥉 Bronze — Jax Austin
These students earned the highest Duolingo scores by practicing Spanish during the summer. I am very proud of their dedication, effort, and commitment to continuing their Spanish learning during their summer break!
¡Felicitaciones! Keep practicing and growing in Spanish! 🌎💚
📚 FREE SAT® TUTORING & BOOTCAMPS FOR STUDENTS!
Grafton High School students have access to no-cost online SAT® tutoring and SAT® Bootcamps through Schoolhouse.world, the official tutoring partner of the College Board!
These opportunities can help students:
🎯 Prepare for the SAT®
📈 Strengthen academic skills
🎓 Build college readiness
All tutoring and bootcamp opportunities are FREE and online!
Students can register through Schoolhouse.world to get started.
📞 Questions? Contact Academic Support Director Dr. Erika Klose at (304) 558-8098.
Take advantage of this great opportunity to prepare for your future! 💙💛
Grafton High School students have access to no-cost online SAT® tutoring and SAT® Bootcamps through Schoolhouse.world, the official tutoring partner of the College Board!
These opportunities can help students:
🎯 Prepare for the SAT®
📈 Strengthen academic skills
🎓 Build college readiness
All tutoring and bootcamp opportunities are FREE and online!
Students can register through Schoolhouse.world to get started.
📞 Questions? Contact Academic Support Director Dr. Erika Klose at (304) 558-8098.
Take advantage of this great opportunity to prepare for your future! 💙💛
Save the date! The Bearcat Sugar Rush will be back at GHS on Tuesday, October 27th.
