Congratulations to sophomores, Logan Jones and Grayson Gobel!
Mr. Knopp presented small scholarships and certificates to Logan and Grayson on behalf of WVSSAC. The West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission provided an opportunity for students to submit program cover designs. Logan was recognized for the winning program design for the 2026 State Swim Championship. Grayson was recognized for the winning program design for the 2026 State Wrestling Tournament. Logan and Grayson each achieved certification in Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop 2024, last year when enrolled in Digital Imaging 1. Both students are currently enrolled in Digital Imaging 2.
Thank you WVSSAC!
#ThisIsCTE
Mr. Knopp presented small scholarships and certificates to Logan and Grayson on behalf of WVSSAC. The West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission provided an opportunity for students to submit program cover designs. Logan was recognized for the winning program design for the 2026 State Swim Championship. Grayson was recognized for the winning program design for the 2026 State Wrestling Tournament. Logan and Grayson each achieved certification in Visual Design using Adobe Photoshop 2024, last year when enrolled in Digital Imaging 1. Both students are currently enrolled in Digital Imaging 2.
Thank you WVSSAC!
#ThisIsCTE

Student Council Officer Applications are now available! If you're interested in being a leader for your graduating class, this is your chance to make an impact.
π How to Apply:
Find the application on your class TEAMS, OR
Stop by Mr. Watersβ room (Room 225) to pick one up
β° Deadline: All completed applications must be turned in to Mr. Waters by May 18th at 3:00 PM (no exceptions!)
Donβt miss this opportunity to represent your class and make a difference!
π How to Apply:
Find the application on your class TEAMS, OR
Stop by Mr. Watersβ room (Room 225) to pick one up
β° Deadline: All completed applications must be turned in to Mr. Waters by May 18th at 3:00 PM (no exceptions!)
Donβt miss this opportunity to represent your class and make a difference!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! πβ¨
At GHS, we celebrate our entire staff during this week. We are incredibly grateful for our teachers and staff who go above and beyond each day. Your hard work, dedication, and passion do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the care you show our students, the encouragement you give, and the countless ways you make our school a better place.
You inspire, you support, and you make a lasting difference in the lives of so many. π
This week, we encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a teacher or staff member who has made an impact in your life. A simple thank you can go a long way!
At GHS, we celebrate our entire staff during this week. We are incredibly grateful for our teachers and staff who go above and beyond each day. Your hard work, dedication, and passion do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the care you show our students, the encouragement you give, and the countless ways you make our school a better place.
You inspire, you support, and you make a lasting difference in the lives of so many. π
This week, we encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a teacher or staff member who has made an impact in your life. A simple thank you can go a long way!

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors for GHS After Prom! All students enjoyed a free, fun, and safe evening, and had a fantastic time celebrating at The Hive Entertainment Zone. Thanks to our amazing community support, we had enough sponsors this year for every student to win a prize!










Today we celebrate our amazing cafeteria staff! ππ
Happy School Lunch Heroes Day to the incredible ladies who work hard every single day to keep our students fed, cared for, and ready to learn. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, your kindness, dedication, and warm smiles make a bigger difference than you know.
You donβt just serve meals... you serve encouragement, comfort, and consistency. You help fuel both minds and hearts, and our school is better because of you.
Thank you for all that you do. We appreciate you more than words can say! π
Happy School Lunch Heroes Day to the incredible ladies who work hard every single day to keep our students fed, cared for, and ready to learn. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, your kindness, dedication, and warm smiles make a bigger difference than you know.
You donβt just serve meals... you serve encouragement, comfort, and consistency. You help fuel both minds and hearts, and our school is better because of you.
Thank you for all that you do. We appreciate you more than words can say! π

Today we celebrate National Principal Appreciation Day and recognize the incredible leadership team that makes Grafton High School such a special place.
A heartfelt thank you to our Principal, Mr. Knopp, and our Assistant Principals, Mr. McCarthy and Mrs. Stead, for your unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
Your time, effort, and passion do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do each and every day to make GHS the best it can be. ππ
A heartfelt thank you to our Principal, Mr. Knopp, and our Assistant Principals, Mr. McCarthy and Mrs. Stead, for your unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
Your time, effort, and passion do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do each and every day to make GHS the best it can be. ππ

Today, Grafton High School proudly celebrated our Senior Athletic Signing Day! ππ
We are excited to announce that the following Bearcats will be continuing both their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level:
πΎColson Annon β Cross Country at Fairmont State
πΎTyler Clemm β Soccer at Concord University
πΎKenna Keener β Basketball at Concord University
πΎGreyson Ramezan β Baseball at WV Wesleyan
These outstanding students have excelled in the classroom and on their respective teams. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment have made a lasting impact on our school community.
Join us in congratulating these four amazing Bearcats on their incredible achievements... we canβt wait to see all they accomplish at the next level! π





Grafton High had a First Place winner in the West Virginia State Social Studies Fair in Charleston on Tuesday, April 28th!
Seniors Anna Poling and Jaylin Summers won for their presentation "Women Do the Work" which was a culmination of four years working together on social studies fair projects revolving around the theme of women and war. They had previously won at the state fair.
We are so proud of you all! Way to represent not only GHS, but Taylor County. Great work ladies!
Seniors Anna Poling and Jaylin Summers won for their presentation "Women Do the Work" which was a culmination of four years working together on social studies fair projects revolving around the theme of women and war. They had previously won at the state fair.
We are so proud of you all! Way to represent not only GHS, but Taylor County. Great work ladies!



GNN: No Script Needed Podcast debates some interesting topics.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SOheos-NjQ&t=310s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SOheos-NjQ&t=310s

Today, Grafton High School proudly celebrates School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
To all of our incredible Taylor County bus drivers β thank you for all that you do every single day. From the early mornings to the afternoon drop-offs, you are the first smile many of our students see and the steady presence that gets them home safely.
Your dedication, patience, and care do not go unnoticed. You do more than drive a bus β you help shape our studentsβ days with kindness and responsibility.
We are truly grateful for the important role you play in our school community. Thank you for keeping our kids safe and supported on every mile of the journey. β€οΈπ
To all of our incredible Taylor County bus drivers β thank you for all that you do every single day. From the early mornings to the afternoon drop-offs, you are the first smile many of our students see and the steady presence that gets them home safely.
Your dedication, patience, and care do not go unnoticed. You do more than drive a bus β you help shape our studentsβ days with kindness and responsibility.
We are truly grateful for the important role you play in our school community. Thank you for keeping our kids safe and supported on every mile of the journey. β€οΈπ

β¨ Congratulations to our 2026 GHS Prom King & Queen β Owen Nestor & Maddy Haddix! π
We hope all of our students had an incredible time and created memories that will last a lifetime.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make prom such a success. From those who planned and organized, to our chaperones, after-prom volunteers, and all who contributed to giving our students a safe and unforgettable weekend.
We appreciate each and every one of you! π
If you have prom photos you'd like to submit to the Yearbook. Please use the QR code provided on the previous post on the GHS facebook.

Just a reminder that this will be happening tomorrow at GHS!
The Health Department will be at GHS on April 29th from 10:00 AM β 1:00 PM to offer vaccines.
They will be providing the meningitis vaccine, which is required before senior year or for participation in summer sports/activities after junior year. Any student age 16 or older is eligible.
π Whatβs needed:
Completed vaccination form (attached)
Photo of front & back of insurance card
If you have any questions, please contact our school nurse, Mrs. Morgan Hatfield at morgan.hatfield@k12.wv.us
The Health Department will be at GHS on April 29th from 10:00 AM β 1:00 PM to offer vaccines.
They will be providing the meningitis vaccine, which is required before senior year or for participation in summer sports/activities after junior year. Any student age 16 or older is eligible.
π Whatβs needed:
Completed vaccination form (attached)
Photo of front & back of insurance card
If you have any questions, please contact our school nurse, Mrs. Morgan Hatfield at morgan.hatfield@k12.wv.us


GNN asked students and teachers to tell us their celebrity crushes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoYYhsrfVX0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoYYhsrfVX0
GNN: Running with Ruth 28
Ruth is running to a popular place this week, and she has a guest runner.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Mz-scttGQgw
Ruth is running to a popular place this week, and she has a guest runner.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Mz-scttGQgw
IMPORTANT AFTER PROM Information
ππ If you're attending after prom, don't forget to sign the waiver before tomorrow night. Use the link or QR code or go to The Hive website! πΊπ
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https://waiver.roller.app/HiveEntertainmentZone/home
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https://hiveentertainmentzone.com



