Grafton High School

Scholarship opportunity for the Class of 2024

March is Youth Art Month! You can check out Grafton High School student artwork in the gallery downtown in Grafton and it is also on display in the Parkersburg Art Center.

We are excited to announce that Job Squad is now in Taylor County. Job Squad’s Customized Employment Program (CEP) provides 1:1 Job Readiness Training and Support to individuals that experience barriers to employment. Job Squad partners with the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services to assist individuals in reaching their vocational goals. This is available for both our current high school students and members of the community. This is an excellent opportunity for supported employment and on the job training with the goal of eventually working independently. If you want more information or want to determine, if you or your child is a candidate, please call the main office and ask to speak with Mrs. Shumaker. You can also contact the Job Squad representative directly at 304-641-4211.

We had an opportunity to meet with a representative from Mitsubishi today. Here's an excellent opportunity for students graduating this year that have an interest in aviation and have not selected a path. It's also available to the public if anyone is considering a career change, check it out. Mrs. Shumaker has additional information if you would like to call the school with questions.

Summer School Registration is Open! Taylor County Schools is excited to announce the opening of Summer School Registration for students currently in grades K-8. Scan the QR code on the informational flyer or click the link below to register. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNaoeBzW7e4OdNm0GeTjwOn7VUMlFSV0o4SktXRzJRTkRXRUtFTTNLNk1IVS4u&origin=QRCode

Representing Grafton HS at All State Choir this weekend... #BearcatProud

🌍✈️ Exciting Global Connections for GHS Spanish Students! ✈️🌍 Hello GHS community! We're thrilled to share an incredible opportunity our Spanish 3H, 4H, and 5H students recently had – a virtual connection with native Spanish speakers on TEAMS. 🌐 In the midst of our lessons on traveling and the profound impact it can have on one's life, Spanish 4 and 5 classes engaged in insightful conversations with two inspiring girls from Venezuela. These young ladies shared their experiences as Rotary Club exchange students in Germany and Brazil, offering our students a unique glimpse into the transformative power of cultural exchange. Meanwhile, Spanish 3H had the pleasure of chatting with a Venezuelan and a Colombian girl currently exploring Malta. Their firsthand accounts of traveling in Europe added a fascinating layer to our discussions, giving us a window into diverse perspectives and the enriching experiences that come with international adventures. Adding to the excitement, Spanish 4H recently conducted an interview with Jada Charlton, delving into her remarkable journey known as "The WORLD RACE" mission trip spanning 11 countries. Yesterday's session was a fantastic learning experience for our students, providing them with valuable insights into the varied and impactful travel experiences of different individuals. These interactions go beyond language learning; they open doors to cultural understanding and broaden our students' horizons. A big thank you to all participants for sharing their incredible travel stories! 🌏🤝 #GHSGlobalConnections #LearningThroughTravel

Bus Announcement: Bus # 73 will not run today, Friday, March 1st.. Middle School and High School students who normally ride that bus will be transported home on Bus # 24 or #25. Flemington students from that bus will be transported by Bus #79. bus

Inaugural Governor's School for Tourism (GST)! New and Exciting Opportunity! Where? WV Travel Destinations, 10 days of travel! When? June 20-29, 2024 Who? Open to 9th and 10th Grade Students Requires Superintendent Recommendation Direct Link to Information and Application: https://wvde.us/gov-schools/tourism/ Electronic Application due to Helen Roberts, Taylor Co BOE, by Friday, April 12th If you are interested in applying, please be sure to talk with a GHS administrator, counselor, or Mrs. Woods (Room TC2).

Bus Announcement: Bus # 73 will not run today, Thursday, Feb. 29th. Middle School and High School students who normally ride that bus will be transported home on Bus # 24 or #25. Flemington students from that bus will be transported by Bus #79. bus

This week's edition of WGHS... https://www.bearcatbulletin.org/post/featured-bearcat-of-the-week-caroline-wellman

This week's episode of WGHS. https://www.bearcatbulletin.org/post/_wghs-8

Check out the special edition of WGHS. GHS vs. TCMS in the Backyard Brawl. https://www.bearcatbulletin.org/post/gspn-ghs-vs-tcms-game-on-2-23-24

Reminder that the FAFSA Night will be held this evening in the GHS Library from 4-6 pm. Please remember to bring your school issued device to fill out the FAFSA.

Class of 2024- Make sure you get your cap and gown ordered as soon as possible. If you need assistance in purchasing your cap and gown, please come see a counselor or administrator. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/catalogBrowse/1117997/Grafton-High-School/Graduation-Packages/2226655547/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/

"See Something, Send Something" Digital Reporting App Whether you are a Taylor County Schools student, parent, or staff member, if you see something that doesn't seem quite right, send something! The "See Something, Send Something" Digital Reporting App (See Send app) is now available for download. Check out the Taylor County Schools See Send Webpage for more information: https://www.taylorcountyboe.net/page/see-send-app

Fun Tip Friday for Families This week's tip focuses on the importance of supporting the development of your child's reading and speaking vocabulary. Check out this short video for easy and fun activities to try at home. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCdowxgklgI

Our FFA provided Breakfast and Cherry Pie to all GHS staff members this week. Thank you to each of you for the wonderful breakfast and pie. Happy National FFA Week!

ATTENTION SENIORS: The following scholarships have just been added to TEAMS. -McCauley Scholarship -Big 10 Scholarship Please check the TEAMS to obtain the application

Happy National FFA Week! 💙💛