Sophia Austin is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Sophia has completed the Business CTE Concentration. She is an active and competitive member of FBLA, Future Business Leaders of America and serves as GHS FBLA Chapter President for 2025-2026. Sophia also serves as WV FBLA State Secretary.
Sophia shared, "Although I have not finalized my college plans, I plan to double major in English and Political Science. Upon graduation, I aspire to attend law school and become an attorney."
#NTHS #FBLA #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Sophia shared, "Although I have not finalized my college plans, I plan to double major in English and Political Science. Upon graduation, I aspire to attend law school and become an attorney."
#NTHS #FBLA #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Isabella Hayhurst is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Isabella is completing the Welding CTE Concentration. She is an active and competitive member of both SkillsUSA and FBLA, Future Business Leaders of America.
Isabella shared, "I want to work in the carpenters' union or go to Pierpoint to become a diesel mechanic."
#NTHS #FBLA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Isabella shared, "I want to work in the carpenters' union or go to Pierpoint to become a diesel mechanic."
#NTHS #FBLA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
The GHS Class of 1968 is now available for GHS seniors. The scholarship is posted on the Class of 2026 TEAMS.
✨ Scholarship Details:
📝 Requirement: A 500-word (minimum), double-spaced essay
📅 Deadline: Friday, March 27, 2026
📍 Submission: Turn in to Mrs. Himes in the counseling office
🏆 Finalists will be selected for interviews in late April. Scholarship funds will be distributed per semester, with continued eligibility based on maintaining a 3.5 GPA.
📣 Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!
Start writing your essay and apply today!
✨ Scholarship Details:
📝 Requirement: A 500-word (minimum), double-spaced essay
📅 Deadline: Friday, March 27, 2026
📍 Submission: Turn in to Mrs. Himes in the counseling office
🏆 Finalists will be selected for interviews in late April. Scholarship funds will be distributed per semester, with continued eligibility based on maintaining a 3.5 GPA.
📣 Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!
Start writing your essay and apply today!
Watch this video to explore how base ten models support students in developing a deep understanding of our number system.
Progression of Base Ten Models
Mary Dom is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Mary is completing the Therapeutic Services CTE Concentration. She is a member of both SkillsUSA and FFA.
Mary shared, "After high school, I plan on attending either Fairmont State or Pierpont to get my RN license. After college, I plan to be an Emergency Department Nurse.
#NTHS #FFA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Mary shared, "After high school, I plan on attending either Fairmont State or Pierpont to get my RN license. After college, I plan to be an Emergency Department Nurse.
#NTHS #FFA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
🌟 Help Us Make the Varsity Ball a Splash! 🌟
Our Varsity Ball is just around the corner this Saturday, and we need your help to make it even more special for our students. 💃🕺
We’re asking for donations of water and snacks to keep everyone hydrated and energized during the dance. If you can contribute, it would mean so much to us! 🙏✨
What We Need:
Bottles of water
Individually wrapped snacks (chips, granola bars, etc.)
Monetary Donations
Drop-off Info: Grafton High School during school hours
Let’s work together to make this a memorable event for our students. Thank you for your generosity! ❤️
Feel free to contact Jennifer Eskridge if you're able to help. Any amount is appreciated!
Our Varsity Ball is just around the corner this Saturday, and we need your help to make it even more special for our students. 💃🕺
We’re asking for donations of water and snacks to keep everyone hydrated and energized during the dance. If you can contribute, it would mean so much to us! 🙏✨
What We Need:
Bottles of water
Individually wrapped snacks (chips, granola bars, etc.)
Monetary Donations
Drop-off Info: Grafton High School during school hours
Let’s work together to make this a memorable event for our students. Thank you for your generosity! ❤️
Feel free to contact Jennifer Eskridge if you're able to help. Any amount is appreciated!
🎶🌟 Congratulations, Jake Davis! 🌟🎶
We are incredibly proud to announce that freshman, Jake Davis has been selected as a Tenor 2 for the West Virginia All-State Chorus!
This is an outstanding accomplishment and a true testament to Jake’s hard work, dedication, and musical talent. Being chose to represent our school among the best vocalists in the state is an incredible honor.
Jake will attend the All-State Conference and perform in Charleston from March 5–7, where he will join other top student musicians from across West Virginia for an unforgettable experience.
Way to go, Jake! We can’t wait to see you shine on that stage! 🎤👏🎼
We are incredibly proud to announce that freshman, Jake Davis has been selected as a Tenor 2 for the West Virginia All-State Chorus!
This is an outstanding accomplishment and a true testament to Jake’s hard work, dedication, and musical talent. Being chose to represent our school among the best vocalists in the state is an incredible honor.
Jake will attend the All-State Conference and perform in Charleston from March 5–7, where he will join other top student musicians from across West Virginia for an unforgettable experience.
Way to go, Jake! We can’t wait to see you shine on that stage! 🎤👏🎼
Madalyn Haddix is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Madalyn completed the Baking and Pastry CTE Concentration her junior year. She serves as GHS NTHS Chapter President.
Madalyn shared, "After graduation, I plan to get my associates while in radiology at Pierpont. Afterwards, I will be attending WVU to become ultrasound tech."
#NTHS #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Madalyn shared, "After graduation, I plan to get my associates while in radiology at Pierpont. Afterwards, I will be attending WVU to become ultrasound tech."
#NTHS #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
GNN: GHS Freshmen participated in Building Hope today. A special thank you to Mark Urtso and Bear Contracting for sponsoring the program. Numerous community volunteers, teachers, and student volunteers made this event possible.
https://youtu.be/mfLt3lxHAw4
https://youtu.be/mfLt3lxHAw4
Mackenzie Haddix is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Mackenzie is completing the Agriculture CTE Concentration. She is an FFA member.
Mackenzie shared, "After I graduate from high school. I plan on getting a job at the FBI."
#NTHS #FFA #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Mackenzie shared, "After I graduate from high school. I plan on getting a job at the FBI."
#NTHS #FFA #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
|| THANKFUL THURSDAY ||
Today we share an FBLA Week Shout Out to Mrs. Brenda Bolyard!
Mrs. Bolyard teaches the Principles of Business CTE Concentration and serves as FBLA Adviser of the large and active GHS chapter of 50+ members! She currently serves on the WV FBLA Board of Directors.
Celebrating our Amazing Advisers today and every day!
#WeLoveOurFBLAAdvisers #FBLAWeek2026
Today we share an FBLA Week Shout Out to Mrs. Brenda Bolyard!
Mrs. Bolyard teaches the Principles of Business CTE Concentration and serves as FBLA Adviser of the large and active GHS chapter of 50+ members! She currently serves on the WV FBLA Board of Directors.
Celebrating our Amazing Advisers today and every day!
#WeLoveOurFBLAAdvisers #FBLAWeek2026
📅 SAVE THE DATE – TCMS 8th Grade Families! 🐻
The Grafton High School Counseling Team will be visiting TCMS on Tuesday, March 3rd to meet with our current 8th grade students and review high school scheduling for the 2026–2027 school year.
⚠️ Attendance is extremely important!
All 8th grade students should be present on this day to:
✔️ Learn about the GHS scheduling process
✔️ Receive and complete important scheduling paperwork
📌 IMPORTANT REMINDER:
In order to be scheduled for the classes you want for your 9th grade year, the paperwork provided MUST be completed and returned.
👨👩👧 Parents/Guardians of 8th Grade Students:
Please be on the lookout for scheduling paperwork that will come home following the counselor visit on 3/3. These documents require your review and signature to ensure your student is selecting courses that best fit their individual needs.
➡️ Scheduling documents will also be available on the Grafton High School website for you to review prior to the visit.
We look forward to meeting all of our future Bearcats! 🐾💙💛
📣 Attention GHS 9th Graders! 📣
We have a special event planned for you tomorrow, and we can’t wait!
Please remember the following reminders to help the day run smoothly:
✅ No backpacks during the event — please don’t bring them to school or place them in your lockers first thing in the morning
⏰ Report to the auditorium by 7:55 am
👟 Wear comfortable clothing that you can easily move around in
🍽️ Lunch will be provided for all students, courtesy of Bear Contracting
Get ready for a great day. We are looking forward to it! 🐾🎉
What a fun-filled day at GHS hosting our annual Taylor County Backyard Brawl: Dodgeball Edition!
Thank you to everyone who helped make the day enjoyable for both students and staff!
We also had an awesome surprise when Zach Frazier, NFL player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, stopped by to support our schools and jump in on the fun. We truly appreciate him taking the time to give back to our community! 🖤💛
A special thank you to Jennifer Eskridge and Valerie Jones for coordinating the event, Daddy T’s BBQ staff and the Class of 2026 for refereeing today’s game.
🏆 Game Recap: This year, the Bearcats took back the trophy with a HUGE win, ending in an epic final showdown starring our very own Mr. Gray, who helped clinch the W for GHS! Great job today all!
GNN: What's in the Box? 2
https://youtube.com/shorts/3QHFIj21WZg?si=uckjzI4Pvj3QqP1Z
Spring Esports Registration needs to be completed by Friday, February 13. Students will need to create a GHS LeagueOS account, https://app.leagueos.gg/invite/KN5G3Z.
As of today, students have registered for Madden 26 and Fortnite Zone Wars. Please see Coach Norris and TEAMS for the full list of games. Shake off winter and jump into a fun spring season! Students have flexibility of gaming from home (4:00 queue times) or after school with gaming PCs, controllers, and headsets provided. Please see Coach Norris to discuss what works best for building your teams or playing solo.
Jailen McDaniel is today's NTHS Senior Spotlight. Jailen is completing the Therapeutic Services CTE Concentration. She is a member of both SkillsUSA and FFA.
Jailen shared, "After high school I will be going to college for nursing. I am going to be an RN after I graduate college."
#NTHS #FFA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
Jailen shared, "After high school I will be going to college for nursing. I am going to be an RN after I graduate college."
#NTHS #FFA #SkillsUSAWV #CTEMonth #CareerTechWV #IHeartCTE
