Grafton High School

In just 5 weeks, GHS will celebrate Computer Science Week with a special, "Bearcat Hour of Code" event on Wednesday morning, December 7. We're seeking community members, parents, alumni, and/or local businesses with related skills, careers, and interests for breakout sessions for our grade 9-12 students. To learn more about participating in this event, please contact Stacy Ward at stward@k12.wv.us or call GHS at 304-265-3046, x 3408. #CS4WV #HourOfCode #codehs

First Community Bank of Grafton visited Grafton High Business and Marketing classes this morning. Many topics were discussed, but the main topics were checking accounts, credits, and how to maintain a good credit score. Students enjoyed the presentation made by Lisa Pride, bank Manager, and Brooklynn Perks, Teller. #GHSFBLA #ThisIsCTE

Tomorrow is Blue and Gold Day! Wear your Bearcat blue and gold to support our Boys' Soccer team going to the WV State Soccer Tournament and our Cheerleading Team as they go to Regionals this week. Go Bearcats!

There will be a Coat Drive starting today through November 11th hosted by Communities in schools. All Taylor County Schools and the BOE will be collection sites. Please help families in need by donating NEW winter supplies- coats, boots, gloves, hats, and scarves. The homeroom with the most points will win a pizza party. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Eskridge.

Check out the Adobe Illustrator projects created by senior student, Chase Bucklew! Register for the GHS FBLA Turkey Trot using this link, https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Grafton/FBLATURKEYTROT. The 5K Run/Walk will be held at Tygart Lake State Park on Saturday, November 12 at 9:00 AM. Chase designed the Turkey Trot artwork for race advertising and the event t-shirt. His Mothman designs have been submitted for the WV FBLA Pin Design contest. The pin design winner will be announced at WV FBLA State Fall Leadership Conference next week. #ThisisCTE #WVFBLA #GHSFBLA

Thank you to Ms. Dalton for organizing another successful Sugar Rush at GHS. Thank you to all the groups that participated and to the football team for assisting with set up. Congratulations to the FBLA for winning the coveted first place trophy. It was great to see our Bearcats giving back to our community!

Check out the Best Pumpkins in the Patch created today by Digital Imaging 1 students. Students have been working in Adobe Photoshop for approximately one month. Well done, students! https://express.adobe.com/video/3RrPfRRK5ExaY

Come out tonight for the Grafton High School 2022 Bearcat Sugar Rush held from 6-7pm. Come through the Sam Bord Drive entrance and Trick or Treating will occur indoors in the Commons area outside of the Scotty Hamilton gymnasium. We hope to see you there!

Permission form packets available in the counseling office, main office, and outside of the cafeteria. Please return all forms and money to Mrs. Himes (Ms. Wyatt) in the counseling office by Wednesday 11/2. You must have completed permission form and payment of $15 to sign up.

Congratulations to John "JT" Veltri for his nomination by U.S. Senator Joe Manchin for two service academies- Military Academy at West Point and Merchant Marine Academy. We are proud of you! We would like to extend a big Congratulations to all 41 WV students from 22 counties that received nominations as well! https://www.manchin.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/manchin-nominates-41-west-virginia-students-for-us-service-academies

It’s time for drama club and a new play! See details in the flyer below.

Congratulations to our Boys' Bearcat Soccer Team, Coach Knight, and Coach Wolverton on making it to the WV State Soccer Tournament. We are so proud of you all! The game will be played in Beckley on 11/4 at 4:30 pm. Come out and support your Bearcats as they take on Charleston Catholic. Student Fan Bus will be offered for $15 ($5 for ticket, $10 to reserve bus seat). Permission form packets has been released on Livegrades messages and Class TEAMS. Please return all permission forms and payment by Wednesday 11/2 to Mrs. Himes (Ms. Wyatt) in order to reserve your seat on the bus. Cash or check made payable to GHS. Go Bearcats!

Best of Luck to our Bearcat XC runners and coaches tomorrow at the WV State Championship XC Meet! We are so proud of you. Go Bearcats! #bearcatpride

Region II Champions and State Bound - Bearcat Boys Soccer. Congratulations to Coaches Knight and Wolverton, players and families! #BearcatPride

Are you a Junior or Senior interested in helping with prom planning and decorating? If you are, please join our Remind. We will be communicating our upcoming meetings with you through Remind. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Eskridge or Mrs. Himes

Thank you to Tom Devine and WVU Statler College of Engineering for hosting GHS interested juniors and seniors on Monday, October 24. Students experienced a full agenda to learn more about cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, and esports. Students participated in two WVU student-led sessions about the WVU Artificial Intelligence Club and WVU Cybersecurity Club. Students were also able to tour the Innovation Hub and the wonderful equipment available for the development of projects. Students had a quick chance to see the Evansdale Library as they wrapped up a wonderful day on campus! Mrs. Ward and Ms. Romine served as teacher organizers and chaperones. #CS4WV

Congratulations to students, Chloe Beckner, Garrah Linsey, and Chase Bucklew for representing GHS on Thursday, October 20, at the 2022 FBI Teen Academy. 85 high school juniors and seniors from 30 schools from around the state participated in the academy held at the CJIS Division Complex in Bridgeport. More details can be read at https://connect-bridgeport.com/connect.cfm?func=view§ion=News&item=85-High-School-Students-From-Across-the-State-Take-Park-in-2022-FBI-Teen-Academy49196&fbclid=IwAR3e4GR7hSi9aXwv4TC8Sy5O3QRU77E56EVqs5JgJ-SiX71VhhGf-aMg2lM

College Bound Seniors: there are two new scholarships that just became available. If you are interested in applying, please visit the links below: https://www.dewv.edu/emergingleadersscholarship/ https://equitable.com/foundation/equitable-excellence-scholarship

Financial Aid Planning 101 Here is a resource for financial aid planning to help you with questions regarding the FAFSA. Reminder if you are a senior who is going to be Promise Eligible or currently meet the requirements for the Promise Scholarship, you are required to fill out an application, as well as the FAFSA. https://www.wvhepc.edu/inside-the-commission/offices-and-affiliates/financial-aid/ https://www.collegeforwv.com/programs/promise-scholarship/

Are you a GHS Senior planning to attend college after graduation? Here is a link for financial aid planning to help guide you through the financial aid process. https://www.collegeforwv.com/