🚀 AI, coding, cybersecurity, and....Minecraft?
The West Virginia Department of Education, in partnership with Prodigy Learning and Microsoft, is offering the AI Ready Skills Credential Program to middle and high schools across West Virginia at no cost.
The program gives students a chance to build foundational skills in artificial intelligence, coding, and cybersecurity while working through Minecraft Education worlds and earning credentials that show what they know.
This opportunity also includes free access to Coding in Minecraft and Cyber in Minecraft, along with professional development options for teachers.
KCS is sharing this information to help make sure our families, students, and educators are aware of this statewide opportunity.
🔗 To learn more or sign up, click on the link in the comments.
Back in December, Heart Club President Manvitha Sanjaya secured the highly competitive $4,500 American Heart Association Nation of Lifesavers™ Grant.
GWHS was 1 of just 33 schools and universities nationwide selected alongside institutions like the University of Michigan, Cornell University, and the University of Texas at Austin.
This past Saturday, Heart Club members and sponsor Mr. Nicolay participated in CPR training through the initiative, continuing their mission to bring lifesaving skills and awareness to our school and community.
A huge thank you to Mr. Nicolay for consistently supporting Heart Club and helping make these opportunities possible.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #HeartClub #NationOfLifesavers
GWHS was 1 of just 33 schools and universities nationwide selected alongside institutions like the University of Michigan, Cornell University, and the University of Texas at Austin.
This past Saturday, Heart Club members and sponsor Mr. Nicolay participated in CPR training through the initiative, continuing their mission to bring lifesaving skills and awareness to our school and community.
A huge thank you to Mr. Nicolay for consistently supporting Heart Club and helping make these opportunities possible.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #HeartClub #NationOfLifesavers
GW boys tennis. State champions. 🎾🏆
Another title on the Hill.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWTennis | #StateChamps
👏💫 A board meeting full of good moments and well-deserved recognition.
Last night, we had the chance to celebrate some incredible people across Kanawha County Schools, including our 2026 Teacher of the Year, Service Person of the Year, Counselor of the Year, Principal of the Year and Educator of the Year.
We also recognized our elementary Teachers of the Third Nine Weeks and 12 outstanding eighth grade students who earned the 2026 Golden Horseshoe.
From classrooms and counseling offices to school leadership, service roles and student achievement, these moments are a great reminder of the people who make KCS special. ❤️💙💚
🤗 Congratulations to all who were honored. We are proud to celebrate you!
Last night, we had the chance to celebrate some incredible people across Kanawha County Schools, including our 2026 Teacher of the Year, Service Person of the Year, Counselor of the Year, Principal of the Year and Educator of the Year.
We also recognized our elementary Teachers of the Third Nine Weeks and 12 outstanding eighth grade students who earned the 2026 Golden Horseshoe.
From classrooms and counseling offices to school leadership, service roles and student achievement, these moments are a great reminder of the people who make KCS special. ❤️💙💚
🤗 Congratulations to all who were honored. We are proud to celebrate you!
Congratulations to Jon Duffy, KCS Executive Director of Counseling & Testing, on receiving Mission West Virginia’s Power of One: Pathway Award!
Jon works hard every day to connect students with the resources they need to feel encouraged, cared for, and ready for success in school and in life.
We are grateful for Jon’s heart for students and proud to see his work recognized. 👏
➡️ Learn more about Jon and the Pathway Award in the story on our website. The link is in the comments.
Jon works hard every day to connect students with the resources they need to feel encouraged, cared for, and ready for success in school and in life.
We are grateful for Jon’s heart for students and proud to see his work recognized. 👏
➡️ Learn more about Jon and the Pathway Award in the story on our website. The link is in the comments.
States look good on GW.
Softball is headed to the big stage. 🥎
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWSoftball #StateBound
A big week for GW art.
Proud of every student who shared their work and creativity with the community.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #ArtExhibit #CreativePatriots
Proud of every student who shared their work and creativity with the community.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #ArtExhibit #CreativePatriots
One post wasn’t enough.
More incredible work from GW artists at the Kanawha County Art Exhibit.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #FineArts #GWArtists
More incredible work from GW artists at the Kanawha County Art Exhibit.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #FineArts #GWArtists
Art that speaks for itself.
GW artists showed up at the Kanawha County Art Exhibit 2026. 🎨
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #GWArts #StudentArtists
GW artists showed up at the Kanawha County Art Exhibit 2026. 🎨
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #GWArts #StudentArtists
Back where it all started. 🎓
The GW Class of 2026 will return to their elementary schools for Senior Walk on May 20, 2026.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #SeniorWalk #Classof2026
The GW Class of 2026 will return to their elementary schools for Senior Walk on May 20, 2026.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #SeniorWalk #Classof2026
Regional champs. State bound. 🎾
Singles Regional Champions
Riya Jones • Alex Michael
Doubles Regional Champions
Alex Michael & Ali Elkhansa
Riya Jones & Olivia Weily
State Singles Qualifiers
Ali Elkhansa • Anshu Haricharan • Vibhu Haricharan • Olivia Weily • Crystal Embol • Anna Mitias
State Doubles Qualifiers
Luke McCallister & Vibhu Haricharan
Crystal Embol & Anna Mitias
Girls Team
Riya Jones • Olivia Weily • Crystal Embol • Anna Mitias • Leah Casto • Kaylie Whitehead
Boys Team
Alex Michael • Anshu Haricharan • Ali Elkhansa • Vibhu Haricharan • Luke McCallister • Isaac Street
States • May 14–16
Let’s go, Patriots.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWTennis | #StateBound
Singles Regional Champions
Riya Jones • Alex Michael
Doubles Regional Champions
Alex Michael & Ali Elkhansa
Riya Jones & Olivia Weily
State Singles Qualifiers
Ali Elkhansa • Anshu Haricharan • Vibhu Haricharan • Olivia Weily • Crystal Embol • Anna Mitias
State Doubles Qualifiers
Luke McCallister & Vibhu Haricharan
Crystal Embol & Anna Mitias
Girls Team
Riya Jones • Olivia Weily • Crystal Embol • Anna Mitias • Leah Casto • Kaylie Whitehead
Boys Team
Alex Michael • Anshu Haricharan • Ali Elkhansa • Vibhu Haricharan • Luke McCallister • Isaac Street
States • May 14–16
Let’s go, Patriots.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWTennis | #StateBound
APUSH wrapped up week one at GW.
Now the countdown to week two begins.
Monday, we do it all again.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #APUSH #APExams
Now the countdown to week two begins.
Monday, we do it all again.
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #APUSH #APExams
Our GW educators felt the love this week.
Thank you to our JROTC, Student Council, NHS, Beta Club, parent volunteers, and Elizabeth Memorial Church for the lunches, treats, and kindness shown to our staff. 🤍
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GWCommunity
Thank you to our JROTC, Student Council, NHS, Beta Club, parent volunteers, and Elizabeth Memorial Church for the lunches, treats, and kindness shown to our staff. 🤍
#HailGW #patriotpride #lifeonthehill #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GWCommunity
🔔 LOCATION CHANGE: KCS Public Hearing – FY27 Budget
Kanawha County Schools is committed to being open and transparent about how public dollars are used to support our students, schools, and staff.
Each year, KCS holds a public budget hearing to review the proposed budget, explain key funding pieces, and give families, staff, and community members an opportunity to learn more about the process.
Please note: The location for this meeting has changed.
📍 NEW LOCATION:
KCS Central Office
200 Elizabeth Street, Charleston
📅 KCS Public Hearing, FY27 Budget
🗓 Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m.
This meeting is open to the public, and you are invited to attend.
Kanawha County Schools is committed to being open and transparent about how public dollars are used to support our students, schools, and staff.
Each year, KCS holds a public budget hearing to review the proposed budget, explain key funding pieces, and give families, staff, and community members an opportunity to learn more about the process.
Please note: The location for this meeting has changed.
📍 NEW LOCATION:
KCS Central Office
200 Elizabeth Street, Charleston
📅 KCS Public Hearing, FY27 Budget
🗓 Monday, May 11, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m.
This meeting is open to the public, and you are invited to attend.
KCS students understood the assignment. 🎨
The Kanawha County Schools Art Show is packed with incredible artwork from students in Kindergarten through 12th grade, and these pieces are impressive.
Paintings, drawings, ceramics, sculptures, mixed media
So much creativity, talent, and personality in one place.
👏To every student artist with work on display: we are amazed by what you created.
The show is open at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center until 6 p.m. tonight and opens again Thursday at 9 a.m.
Awards begin Thursday at 6 p.m. with primary schools, followed by secondary students.
The Kanawha County Schools Art Show is packed with incredible artwork from students in Kindergarten through 12th grade, and these pieces are impressive.
Paintings, drawings, ceramics, sculptures, mixed media
So much creativity, talent, and personality in one place.
👏To every student artist with work on display: we are amazed by what you created.
The show is open at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center until 6 p.m. tonight and opens again Thursday at 9 a.m.
Awards begin Thursday at 6 p.m. with primary schools, followed by secondary students.
Playoff time on the Hill.
GW Girls Lacrosse vs. Martinsburg
Thursday. 2:00 PM. In-school playoff game.
Students get in free.
Let’s pack the stands.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWLacrosse | #Playoffs
GW Girls Lacrosse vs. Martinsburg
Thursday. 2:00 PM. In-school playoff game.
Students get in free.
Let’s pack the stands.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #GWLacrosse | #Playoffs
Words that stuck with us.
AP Lit took it outside today- sidewalk chalk, favorite lines, one last moment before the exam.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #APLit | #APExams
Help run the state track meet.
Volunteer at the WVSSAC State Track Meet May 22–23 at Laidley Field. Earn service hours and be part of the action behind the scenes.
Sign up at the link. See Coach Valleau (Room 100) with questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044AAAAF28A7F9C52-63926887-wvssac#/
Volunteer at the WVSSAC State Track Meet May 22–23 at Laidley Field. Earn service hours and be part of the action behind the scenes.
Sign up at the link. See Coach Valleau (Room 100) with questions.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044AAAAF28A7F9C52-63926887-wvssac#/
Last chance for the yearbook.
Don’t miss it.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #yearbook | #gwhs
Don’t miss it.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #yearbook | #gwhs
Light tells the story.
Honors Earth Science is investigating the spectra of stars today and learning how light can tell us what stars are made of.
#HailGW | #patriotpride | #lifeonthehill | #earthscience | #starspectra
