Gilmer County Elementary School

🌟At Gilmer County Elementary, we’re helping our youngest Wildcats build strong math skills through hands-on learning — and you can do it at home, too!

This short video shows simple ways to help your child practice counting, sorting, patterns, and problem-solving in everyday routines. Whether you’re cooking, playing, or cleaning up toys, there are easy ways to make math meaningful and fun.

👩‍👦 Try these strategies at home and watch your child’s confidence grow!

📹 Check out our video below to see these ideas in action.
https://youtube.com/shorts/9PiPVyVDiqc?feature=share

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🧡 GCES Stands United Against Bullying! 🧡

Yesterday, our Wildcats celebrated Unity Day by wearing orange and joining together to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

A huge thank you to Mrs. Goodnight for organizing this meaningful event and reminding us that when we stand together, we can make a difference! #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎻 JAM Returns 🎶

Our Wildcats are venturing into their second year of the Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program! This unique opportunity allows students to learn traditional Appalachian string music by ear, connect with the cultural heritage of central West Virginia, and perform alongside local master musicians.

We’re proud to see our students carrying on the rich musical traditions of our region—one string at a time! #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎉 Way to go, Mrs. Moyers’ and Mrs. Loudin’s class kindergarten class🎉 They’ve earned a popcorn and movie party for hitting 💯% sixty times! 👏 Next goal: 100 streaks of perfection! 💪🍿🎬 #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

An Event Hosted by the Community Garden...

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🏀 Wildcat Basketball Season is Almost Here! 🏀

We’re looking for 4th and 5th grade students to join our GCES Wildcat Basketball teams!
Players will be placed on co-ed teams, with 2–3 practices each week and games on Saturdays.

Students must maintain a C average or higher to participate, and a current sports physical (dated May 1, 2025 or later) is required before practicing.

If your child is interested, please return the basketball form by Friday, October 24 to receive the full packet of paperwork.

Let’s get ready for another great Wildcat season! 💙🐾🏀 #GoGilmer

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

Families of GCES, please note that we will be have a lockdown style drill taking place tomorrow, 10/23/2025. We hold school and student safety as our number 1 priority, and we appreciate your support.

4 months ago, Tyson Price

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎉 We’re proud to celebrate our September Award Winners! 🎉
Students were recognized for showing outstanding character (Responsibility), academic excellence, hard work, and achievements in band, art, and music — plus our Cleanest Room Awards!
Way to go, Wildcats! #GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎃👻 Join us for GCES’s 5th Annual Boo Bash! 👻🎃

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun at Gilmer County Elementary School on Thursday, October 23rd from 4:30–7:00 PM!

There will be games, treats, and tons of Halloween fun for the whole family. 🎯🍬
Be sure to stop by the welcome station to pick up a wristband for your child so they can participate in all the free activities!

🕸️ Sponsored by Communities In Schools and the GCES PTO 🕸️

#GoGilmer #LoveMyWVSchool

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

📚 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

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎉 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

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

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

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🐾GCES Wildcats: Week At-A-Glance🐾

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🎃👻October's Monthly Activities Calendar👻🎃

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

🌟 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

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

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

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

4 months ago, GCES Wildcats

📚 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

4 months ago, Gilmer County High School

An infographic comparing Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy. At the top, two people sit at desks, with one desk crossed out. The left side, labeled 'Chronic Absenteeism,' notes it counts all absences (excused and unexcused), focuses on academic impact, and uses community-based strategies. The right side, labeled 'Truancy,' states it counts only unexcused absences, emphasizes rule compliance, and relies on legal solutions. A bottom section titled 'How Can Parents/Guardians Help?' suggests monitoring attendance, communicating with school staff, and following the attendance policy at https://code.wvlegislature.gov/18-8-4/."