GCS reminds families that students will be released from school two hours early on Thursday, April 25, to allow for Faculty Senates.
The Governor's School for Tourism has an amazing opportunity for any 9th and 10th grade student. The dates for 2024 are June 20-June 29. This is honestly an opportunity of a lifetime for students. They will be going whitewater rafting, staying at WV State Parks, and visiting all 9 of the travel regions in WV. We’ll be traveling on charter buses and it’s all free!
This exploration of WV will not disappoint!
The applications may be found on our website along with all other relevant information. The deadline to apply is April 26, 2024.
https://wvde.us/gov-schools/tourism/
Monday April 22, 2024 will be a remote learning day for ONLY Greenbrier West High school students. GWHS students will will not report to school Monday April 22, 2024. Please have students check google classroom for assignments.
Meet our 2024-25 Secondary Teacher of the Year Tim Yunker, a rockstar Social Studies teacher at Greenbrier West High School. District leaders made a surprise visit to GWHS this afternoon to celebrate Mr. Yunker with students and staff. Tim is a life-long learner who constantly evolves to stay on the cutting edge as an educator! From old-school chalkboards to innovative technology like e-learning and AI, Tim always pushes boundaries to provide his students with a top-notch education. His dynamic lessons and rapport with students prepare them for the future and foster a love for learning. Keep up the fantastic work, Mr. Yunker! #SecondaryTeacheroftheYear #ExcellenceinEducation #CavalierPride
Earlier this week 9th and 10th grade students were given PEP Plans and Scheduling forms for next year. These forms are due to the office tomorrow. Please fill this out with your child and be sure they return them by tomorrow. 10th Grade students were also given CTE applications, these are due no later than April 30th. Thank you!
Greenbrier County Schools was one of the first counties in WV to offer a technology device for every student 15 years ago. GCS students in grades 5-12 receive take-home devices to increase educational access at home.
All 11th grade students will be taking the SAT tomorrow April 10. Please remind them to bring their charged Chromebooks and charger.
Buy a dedication page for your 2024 graduate! Details are on GWHS website @ https://gwhs.greenbriercountyschools.org/o/gwhs/live-feed
Yearbooks are now available to order for 2023-2024
Students read, think, create, share, and grow when they spend time in the school library! We're celebrating National Library Week and sending a HUGE SHOUT OUT to our amazing librarians and volunteers for turning shelves of books into gateways of wonder and learning! #NationalLibraryWeek #Read
Reminder: Students will be dismissed from school 3 hours early today, Monday, April 8.
April calendar updates! A 3-hour early release is scheduled for Monday, April 8. The 2-hour early release initially scheduled for Thursday, April 25, has been canceled.
School calendar reminders for April:
Students can read, think, create, share, and grow when they spend time in the school library! We're celebrating School Library Month and sending a HUGE SHOUT OUT to our amazing librarians and volunteers for turning shelves of books into gateways of wonder and learning! #SchoolLibraryMonth #Read
Our Universal Pre-K program serves approximately 300 students per year. Each classroom has Pre-K, Head Start, and Pre-K special needs students. Apply online at greenbriercountyschools.org.
Happy Spring Break! We look forward to welcoming students back to school on Wednesday, April 3. Staff return on April 2 for a Professional Learning Day.
GCS reminds families that students do not report to school on Friday, March 22, as it is a Teacher-Parent Conference Day. Please schedule in advance to meet with your child's teacher. Spring Break is Monday, March 25, through Tuesday, April 2. Staff will report on April 2 for a Professional Learning Day.
All Juniors will be completing the Digital Readiness Check on Wednesday, March 20th at 9am. Please do your best to ensure that your student is at school on time and brings a charged Chromebook. All Juniors will be taking the SAT on Wednesday, April 10th. The digital readiness check is a key component to ensuring their prepared for taking the digital SAT. Thanks.
Hello, First Day of Spring!
#FirstDayOfSpring #SpringIntoLearning
GCS reminds families that students do not report to school on Friday, March 22, as it is a Teacher-Parent Conference Day. Please schedule in advance if you wish to meet with your child's teacher. Spring Break is Monday, March 25, through Tuesday, April 2. Staff will report on April 2 for a Professional Learning Day.
