Gilmer County Elementary School

📚 Mrs. Rhoades’ 4th Grade Readers Showcase Their Own Literature Fair Projects! ✨

Mrs. Rhoades’ fourth-grade reading classes at Gilmer County Elementary recently created their very own literature fair projects, inspired by some of their favorite stories — My Father’s Dragon, James and the Giant Peach, and Because of Winn-Dixie. Students worked in small groups to analyze story elements such as setting, plot, conflict, and theme, then brought their learning to life with colorful display boards and creative props. 🍊🐉🐶 Their hard work and attention to detail truly made these classic stories leap off the page! #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

🎉 October is National Principals Month! 🎉

We want to take a moment to recognize Mr. Price and Mrs. Hartshorn for their outstanding leadership at Gilmer County Elementary. Their dedication, encouragement, and commitment to our students and staff make GCES a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Thank you both for all you do each and every day to support our Wildcat family! #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

What a beautiful sky over GCES this morning! 🌈 We think we’ve already found the pot of gold — right here with our Wildcats. #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

🎃👻October's Monthly Activities Calendar👻🎃

🌟 Exciting things are happening for our kids and families in Gilmer County! 🌟

💚 Girl Scout Pool Party
📅 Sunday, October 5 | ⏰ 12:30 – 2:30 PM
📍 Glenville State University Pool, 200 High St, Glenville
A swim party and new member registration for all girls in grades K-12 interested in joining Girl Scouts! Current members are invited too.

🍂 Kids’ Day at the Farmers Market
📅 Saturday, October 11 | ⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Gilmer County Farmers Market, 720 N Lewis St, Glenville
Join us for crafts, games, and fall-themed snacks—fun for the whole family!
#GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

Mrs. Price and Ms. Debbie’s kindergarten class celebrated the completion of their ABC Bootcamp with a fun Chicka Chicka Boom Boom letter party! 🎉 The students enjoyed marking this exciting milestone in their learning journey as they showed off all the letters they’ve mastered. 🌟📚 #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

Mrs. Price and Ms. Debbie’s kindergarten class celebrated the completion of their ABC Bootcamp with a fun Chicka Chicka Boom Boom letter party! 🎉 The students enjoyed marking this exciting milestone in their learning journey as they showed off all the letters they’ve mastered. 🌟📚

📚 Attendance Matters! 🏫

Did you know there's a difference between Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy?

Both impact student success—but in different ways.
✅ Show up. Stay engaged.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families, your support makes a difference!

#AttendanceMatters #TruancyAwareness

📋 Family Engagement Survey 🐾 Save the Children has partnered with Gilmer County Schools and GCES to provide several important programs. For example, Early Steps is for our children under the age of three years old. Wildcat University Afterschool and SummerBoost are programs offered to our Kindergarten through Fifth Graders at GCES. There is also a Book Vending Machine in the GCES Cafeteria, due to this continued partnership. Save the Children is asking for families to complete one of the surveys linked below to share about "family engagement" with your child's education. Please join us in this partnership by completing one survey per family. Thank you! English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KVBJBCF Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LV7TB6P

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week-At-A-Glance.🐾

📸✨ Picture Day is Wednesday, October 9! ✨📸 Forms have already come home with students, and you can also place your orders online for convenience. ✅ When: Wednesday, October 9 ✅ Where: GCES ✅ How to order: Use the form sent home OR order online (details on the flyer below).

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

🚍 Preschool Bus Safety Training 🚍 This week, our preschool students participated in a bus safety training led by our dedicated drivers, Jean McCune and Rebecca Wright. Students learned the importance of safe riding practices, including how to sit properly on the bus, enter and exit safely, and follow important safety procedures. We are grateful to our transportation staff for taking the time to ensure our youngest learners begin their school experience with a strong foundation in safety. Their commitment to student well-being is deeply appreciated. #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

Tomorrow!! Please come out and support our Wildcats 🐾

WV Schools Service Personnel Day!
Thank you to our service employees for your dedication and the vital role you play in the success of our schools. We appreciate you!

⏰ Every minute matters in the classroom! Help us maximize learning by making sure students arrive on time and stay through the day. Small changes = big impact! 💡 #AttendanceMatters #EveryMinuteCounts #GoGilmer

🍪🐾 Bake Sale for Boaz 🐾🍪 Join us to support Boaz, our school therapy dog! • 📅 Saturday, September 20 • ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM • 📍 Glenville Foodland • 💙 Funds help with Boaz’s daily care, vet care, and supplies • 🍪 Stop by, grab a treat, and meet Boaz!

Homemade rolls on the menu = happy Wildcats! #GoGilmer