Taylor County Schools
Inclement Weather Procedures Student/Parent/Guardian Reference Sheet for 2025-2026
9 days ago, TCS News
Flyer that states the Taylor County Schools Inclement Weather Procedures Student/Parent/Guardian Reference Sheet for 2025-2026 2-Hour Delay Students will report to school on a 2-Hour Delay. Doors to all schools will be open for student entry starting at 9:15am. 2-Hour Early Dismissal Lunch hour will be adjusted so that students may have an opportunity to eat. Dismissal will begin two hours earlier than normal. Non-Traditional Instruction Day (NTID) Students do not report to school. Students will complete one day’s work of the previously provided instructional resources and assignments through packets or by school iPad. Teachers will be available for instructional support between the hours 10am-3pm. Communications can be made by Rooms, phone, or email. Meals are available at school locations-Please call by 9am if a meal is needed. Please watch the informational video for more details located on our TCS YouTube Channel. County Wide School Closure Students do not report to school. There is no requirement to participate in learning or instruction. No work is to be completed from the NTID provided materials. Meals are not provided at school locations. If the decision is made to enact any of the above procedures, an announcement will be made as soon as possible on the Taylor County Schools voice/text system, TCS App, social media sites, local radio, and television stations as well as on the TCS website and on the West Virginia Department of Education website.
Congratulations to our cheer squad on a great performance at regionals today. 💛💙💛💙
10 days ago, Lori Shumaker
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Good luck GHS cheer at regionals tomorrow. You can watch the competition at 10 am tomorrow at East Fairmont. Doors open at 9:00. You can also watch it on East Fairmont's HUDL page. 💛💙💛💙 https://fan.hudl.com/usa/wv/fairmont/organization/31911/east-fairmont-high-school
11 days ago, Lori Shumaker
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Information for Tuesday's volleyball state tournament. https://www.wvssac.org/2025-volleyball-championship-central/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAN7ZuRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe7QS_cDQt7tw7M0fwyr2qqYsvlkT7yFbaRwoFguhBCQGNt5qK_ZZNkRR7kWA_aem_CSuzKFjFsKAzVp9uQP7YbA
11 days ago, Lori Shumaker
Thank You for Supporting Our Food Drive!
This week, Communities In Schools hosted a food drive at each school. Thanks to the generosity of our students, families, and staff, we were able to provide much-needed food to local food pantries. Your kindness and support make a real difference in our community—thank you for helping us give back!
11 days ago, Helen Roberts
5 boxes of collected food loaded into a car
Boxes and bags of food being donated to local food banks
5 boxes of food collected
boxes and bags of food being donated
boxes and bags of food on and under a table that will be donated
Taylor County Schools representatives providing donated food to local food banks
Taylor County Schools representatives providing donated food to local food banks
Taylor County Schools representatives providing donated food to local food banks
🎓 WV College Fair and WVU tour 💙💛 Today, our interested juniors and seniors had the exciting opportunity to visit West Virginia University for the WV College Fair! Students met with representatives from colleges across West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, learning more about future academic and career pathways. In addition to the fair, we enjoyed a guided tour of the beautiful WVU campus. A huge thank-you to WVU for hosting our students and providing an informative, welcoming, and memorable day. We truly appreciate your hospitality and commitment to helping our students explore their futures! 🌟
11 days ago, Taylor Himes
WVU Tour and Trip
WVU tour and trip
WVU tour and trip
Hour of AI: Be on the lookout for more questions each week!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/5QonRHfYe6s
11 days ago, Teresa Dalton
🎉 Game Day, Bearcats! 🏈🐾 Come out tonight to cheer on the Grafton Bearcats as they take on Lewis County at 7:00 PM! Join us at 6:00 PM for Senior Night as we recognize our amazing senior athletes and band members. 🎓🎶 📣 Student Section Theme: Camo — let's pack the stands.🫡 Let’s go, Bearcats! 💛🐾💙
11 days ago, Taylor Himes
camo student section theme
GNN: Fast News with Flea: November 7, 2025

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mevdIRBv5Lw
11 days ago, Teresa Dalton
Reminder that today is the LAST day of the Food Drive. Please consider donating to this cause, as it directly goes to people within our own community in need. Soup, pasta, canned goods, any non-perishable items are greatly appreciated. Thank you to all who have donated already! 💙💛
12 days ago, Taylor Himes

📢 GHS Food Drive Reminder! 🥫💙

Don't forget — all non-perishable food donations are due TOMORROW! This is your last chance to help support families in need right here in our own county.

✨ Bonus Treat!
Bring 3 or more items and receive a delicious cookie made by our talented GHS ProStart students! 🍪

We are so grateful for the generous donations we've received so far — thank you, GHS community! 🙌 Let's finish strong and continue to show what it means to support one another.

Every item counts. Every donation makes a difference. 💛

Also, if you are a GHS student (or parent/guardian) in need of a Thanksgiving basket to help provide your family with a Thanksgiving meal or just needing help with food, please scan the QR code or reach out to Mrs. Eskridge at GHS.

12 days ago, Taylor Himes
Taylor County Food Drive
Help with the Holidays or Food
GNN competes in a timed hand turkey competition.  Thank you, Judge Thobois!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQFwdLgJs0w
12 days ago, Teresa Dalton
Our soccer boys have arrived in Beckley. Good luck in the semifinal game tomorrow. 💙💛💙💛
13 days ago, Lori Shumaker
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soccer team
This evening, the GHS volleyball team and coaches made history at Grafton HS. They defeated East Fairmont and are the Region 1 Co Champions. Next week they will travel to Charleston to compete in the state tournament. This is the first time in school history that the volleyball team has qualified for states. Congratulations!!! We will post information about the game when it is available. #StateBound 🏐 #BearcatProud💛💙💛💙
13 days ago, Lori Shumaker
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📣 Exciting News from Jostens! 🎓💍

Today, Jostens met with our current Sophomores and Seniors to share the amazing products and offers available for the Class of 2026 and beyond!

✨ Special Offer for Class Rings
Order your class ring before November 19th and receive:
✅ $50 OFF your order
✅ FREE Jostens hoodie
Plus—payment plan options are available!

🎓 Attention Seniors!
Now is the time to begin ordering your graduation gear. Caps & gowns and other senior items are available through the Jostens website. The sooner you order, the better!

📞 Questions?
Reach out to the Jostens representatives directly. Their contact information can be found at the link below, and all ordering can be completed there as well.

🔗 Order & Contact Info:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1117997/Grafton-High-School/
13 days ago, Taylor Himes
Order Now from Jostens!
GNN asked GHS teachers a question: As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-lMEAyAYDCU
13 days ago, Teresa Dalton

Our LSIC will host a stakeholders meeting on Monday, November 17, from 3:30 to 4:30. It is open to the public. Please enter at the main entrance. The purpose of the meetings includes the following.
1) Provide a platform for stakeholder input on improving academic performance
2) Strengthen school-community relationships
3) Promote transparency and academic improvement

14 days ago, Lori Shumaker
🐾 BIG WEEK FOR THE BEARCATS! 🐾

Grafton High School has a HUGE week ahead — and we need ALL of our Bearcat fans cheering loud! 💛💙 Join us in wishing the BEST of luck to our incredible teams as they compete and make history! 🙌

⚽️ GHS Boys Soccer
Headed to Beckley this Thursday to take on Nitro in the State Semifinal!
📍 Carter Stadium - Beckley, WV
⏰ at 4:30 PM
This marks their 3rd State appearance in 4 years!! 🐾🔥

🏐 GHS Volleyball
Battles East Fairmont Wednesday at 6:00 PM right here at home in the Regional Final! A WIN sends them to the State Tournament for the FIRST time in school history! 🏆💥 Pack the gym and show that Bearcat pride! 📣

📣 GHS Cheer
Competes in Regionals at East Fairmont on Saturday at 10:00 AM!
Let’s go, ladies — bring that energy and spirit! 💙✨

🏈 Plus — Senior Night Friday!
Join us at GHS to honor our amazing seniors BEFORE kickoff. Let's pack the stands and show our love and support! 🎓🎉

Good luck to ALL of our Bearcats this week — you continue to make Grafton High School proud! 💛🐾💙
14 days ago, Taylor Himes
Good Luck Bearcat Teams this week!
Good Luck Bearcat Teams this week!
Good Luck Bearcat Teams this week!
GNN: Mountain Biking Team: Trail Dogs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qxi_CCyMUj4
14 days ago, Teresa Dalton

Check out this short video about looking for and expressing regularity in repeated reasoning — one of the key habits of mathematical thinking. In this clip, you'll see how noticing patterns, making predictions, and explaining reasoning plays a huge role in cooking and culinary arts.

Unite with Numeracy - Common Factor, Episode 4



15 days ago, Helen Roberts
Logo that states Math Monday for Families in Taylor County Schools