Policy 7211 Compliance
The WVDE reminds schools that Policy 7211, Resolution of Formal Complaints, establishes a formal process for members of the public to submit complaints alleging violations of state law by schools or county boards of education. The latest version of this policy—effective July 12, 2025—includes clear procedures at the school, county, and state levels, along with defined timelines for response and resolution. Please ensure that complaint forms are published and accessible on your county's website. Superintendents and school administrators should be prepared to receive, review, and promptly respond to formal complaints in accordance with the policy. Updated complaint forms and a guidance document are available online. For questions or assistance, email Accountability Coordinator Angela Urling. The form can be found under documents.
The WVDE reminds schools that Policy 7211, Resolution of Formal Complaints, establishes a formal process for members of the public to submit complaints alleging violations of state law by schools or county boards of education. The latest version of this policy—effective July 12, 2025—includes clear procedures at the school, county, and state levels, along with defined timelines for response and resolution. Please ensure that complaint forms are published and accessible on your county's website. Superintendents and school administrators should be prepared to receive, review, and promptly respond to formal complaints in accordance with the policy. Updated complaint forms and a guidance document are available online. For questions or assistance, email Accountability Coordinator Angela Urling. The form can be found under documents.
On Dec 9, we will be hosting the annual Santa's Workshop. Concessions will also be open selling items to bring on the Christmas cheer. All concession items will be $1.00.
Christmas Dance
TCMS 12 Days of Attendance Challenge. An attendance countdown to Winter Break! Students who attend all 12 days from Dec. 5th - 22nd will be entered in to win a Knight's themed basket of prizes. All students who attend the 5th -22nd will receive a prize, and there will be 1 grand prize winner from each grade. Attendance counts! Attendance matters! Everyday! Always!
Make up school pictures will be on 12-3-25 from 8:00-10:00 AM.
Due to inclement weather, the Taylor Co. Board of Education meeting scheduled for this evening will now be held at the BOE Central Office location (71 Utt Drive) at 6:00 p.m.
Santa is returning to TCMS on Tuesday, December 9th! The Student Council will be hosting their second Santa's Workshop! This event is during school hours and allows the opportunity for students to buy their family members gifts for Christmas. We will also be offering gift wrapping for $1 per present and will have Christmas theme photo booth pictures for $1 per picture. TCMS and the Student Council is not responsible for any lost or stolen money.
Check out this short video focused on constructing viable arguments and critiquing the reasoning of others in mathematics and everyday life.
Unite with Numeracy - Common Factor, Episode 7
TCMS has senior citizen passes available for those that live in Taylor County. These passes can be used in all Taylor County athletic events at GHS and TCMS. If you need a pass, please stop by the front office with a valid ID (Age 62 and older) and pick up a pass. We will also have them available at our home game ticket booth.
You do not need a new pass if you currently have one.
TCMS would like to thank our Taylor County voters for passing the levy to allow all seniors and students free into our athletic events.
You do not need a new pass if you currently have one.
TCMS would like to thank our Taylor County voters for passing the levy to allow all seniors and students free into our athletic events.
Congratulations to Ms. Crites homeroom for bringing in the most items for the food drive. They were treated to pizza and a movie by our Communities In Schools Site Coordinator, Mrs. Jones.
🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Break Reminder – Almost There, TCMS Knights! 🍂🦃
This is a reminder that tomorrow is our last day of school before Thanksgiving Break. We encourage all of our Knights to be here so they can finish the week strong, wrap up assignments, and head into the holiday on a positive note. Attendance matters and counts everyday including tomorrow!
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our TCMS Knight family.
This is a reminder that tomorrow is our last day of school before Thanksgiving Break. We encourage all of our Knights to be here so they can finish the week strong, wrap up assignments, and head into the holiday on a positive note. Attendance matters and counts everyday including tomorrow!
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our TCMS Knight family.
Everyone gobbled until they wobbled with today's Thanksgiving Dinner prepared by our cooks on the hill! What a wonderful meal for our students and staff! 🦃 Thank you, cooks!
On 11-18-25 Motivational Magic came to TCMS. The students had a Great time. It was a show filled with magic tricks and inspirational points of view.
Congratulations to the teachers from Taylor County Schools who received mini-grants from Your Community Foundation!
These grants will support innovative projects and instruction at Anna Jarvis Elementary School, West Taylor Elementary School, and Grafton High School.
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who took the time to apply for these opportunities, and to Your Community Foundation for their generosity in providing funding that directly benefits our students. Your support helps make great things happen in our schools every day!
These grants will support innovative projects and instruction at Anna Jarvis Elementary School, West Taylor Elementary School, and Grafton High School.
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who took the time to apply for these opportunities, and to Your Community Foundation for their generosity in providing funding that directly benefits our students. Your support helps make great things happen in our schools every day!
We will be selling snacks on Wednesday, Nov 19. All items will be $1.00 and $2.00. We will have some new items for the students.
Regarding the WVU basketball field trip on Thursday, on Nov 20, we have been informed that all concessions have been made cashless .
Check out this short video about using tools strategically to solve math concepts! The video shows how choosing the right tool can make problem-solving easier and more meaningful. Just like in everyday life, selecting the appropriate tool helps us understand situations better and find solutions more efficiently.
Unite with Numeracy - Common Factor, Episode 6
Congratulations to the following students for being selected as November Students of the Month: Easton McDougal, Tiana Henry, Jackson Lanham, Kailee Jacobs, Jack Taylor, Arya Smith, Preston Braddock, Bella Hughes, Chandler Riffle. Also congratulations to Teacher Holleran for being selected as Teacher of the Month and Cathy McDaniel for Personnel of the Month.
Congratulations to our 5th grade students. They were recognized for having the least amount of discipline referrals for the first 9 weeks. They were given a certificate and bracelet. Way to go Knights!
We will be selling snacks on Thursday, Nov 13. All items $1.00.