The Calhoun County High School invites the public to join them for the Homecoming Royalty parade Friday-September 4, 2026, @ 2:30 pm. Parade lineup will be at 2:00 pm at the Grantsville Fire Hall. The parade will travel North on Rt. 16, passing Gino/Tudors, turn left at the Calhoun Courthouse, at the stop sign we will turn left onto Rt. 5, circle around in front of the Calhoun Courthouse. Next, we will proceed by the Stump Funeral Home and will end there at approx. 3:00 pm.
Registry for the parade must be completed and returned to Kevin Boak or by e-mail to kboak@k12.wv.us by 3:00 pm on September 2, 2026.
Reminder that ALL TRASH needs to be picked up and your float will need to clean after the parade.

Our girls team will compete in the Southern Regional Qualifier today, while our boys team travel to North Bend on Wednesday for regular match play. We are proud of all their hard work and dedication and wish them success on the course. Go Red Devils! ❤️🖤⛳

We are proud to recognize the students selected to represent their classes on this year's Homecoming Court.
Freshman Princess and Prince • Gwen Sampson and Braydon Hardway
• Eliana White and Keegan Sampson
Sophomore Princess and Prince • Paislee Perkins and Cohen Blankenship
• Caylee Cottrill and Kyle Christman
Junior Princess and Prince • Josie Richards and Hoyt Helmick
• Kylie Caudill and Evan Burch
Senior Princess and Prince • Kayleigh Cunningham and Chase Schoolcraft
• Destiny Langford and Orion Swearingen
Homecoming Queen and King • Addison Laughlin and Cooper Morris
Congratulations to all of these students on this special recognition. We look forward to celebrating Homecoming with you!










MOUNT ZION, W.Va. – The Calhoun County Middle High School Cross Country teams turned in strong performances on their home course Saturday, August 29, at the Calhoun Invitational held at Calhoun County Park.
The Lady Red Devils were led by Brooke Tingler, who earned a fourth-place finish overall with a time of 24:51.24. Tingler's top-five performance highlighted a strong day for the Calhoun girls.
Carissa Sands finished 14th in 28:42.03, while Gabi Smith crossed the line in 16th place with a time of 32:25.84, helping the Lady Red Devils secure valuable team points.
On the boys' side, Calhoun placed five runners in the top 15. Braidin Ferrell paced the Red Devils with a seventh-place finish in 21:46.46. Close behind was Jackson Clawson, who earned ninth place in 22:07.69.
Mark Plumby finished 10th in 22:37.41, followed by Eli Ferrell in 11th place with a time of 22:39.52. Zac Smith rounded out Calhoun's scorers, placing 13th in 23:02.36.
The middle school squad was led by Silas Cunningham, who turned in an outstanding race to finish sixth overall in 13:04.83.
For the Lady Red Devils middle school team, seventh-grader Baeli Frum recorded a personal-best effort, placing 28th in 18:59.50. Fellow seventh-grader Mackenzie Tingler followed in 31st place with a season-best time of 19:33.35.
"Our runners competed hard and represented Calhoun County with pride on their home course," said the coaching staff. "We were pleased to see several athletes earn top finishes and personal improvements as we continue building momentum throughout the season."
The annual Calhoun Invitational attracted runners from across the region and provided local fans an opportunity to watch outstanding cross country competition at Calhoun County Park.
· 31st – Mackenzie Tingler, 19:33.35 (Season Best)
The Red Devils and Lady Red Devils will continue their season next week as they prepare for their next competition.




Next week, August 31st-September 4th, our Red Devils will be preparing for the Homecoming Game on September 4th! Dress up for spirit week to STUMP our opponent, the Richwood Lumberjacks!
It’s time to show your school spirit and make this Homecoming Week one to remember!
Get ready to dress up, have fun, and bring energy all week long!
MONDAY — “I WOKE UP LIKE THIS”
Roll out of bed and come to school in your favorite PJs!
TUESDAY — PREDATOR vs. PREY
Are you the hunter or the hunted? Dress as your favorite predator or prey!
WEDNESDAY — WHAT DO YOU MEME?
Bring your favorite meme to life! Get creative and show us your funniest meme-inspired outfit!
THURSDAY — “FAN”atic THURSDAY
Rep your favorite sports team and come dressed in your best sports gear!
FRIDAY — SCHOOL COLORS!
Finish the week STRONG by showing off your RED, WHITE & BLACK!
Let’s see who can bring the MOST spirit!
Participate. Get creative. Bring your spirit. Show up and show out!
REMINDER!! Dress appropriately, follow school dress code and guidelines!! Do NOT bring any real or fake weapons, no hoods or masks!!
#HomecomingWeek #SpiritWeek #ShowYourSpirit #RedWhiteBlack

🎉 It’s Friday night — that means football, band, and our incredible Feature Twirlers! 🎉
Before the Features take the filed tonight, we’re celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of several students who competed in major twirling competitions 🌟 This summer, each of these talented young women represented Calhoun County at NBTA (National Baton Twirling Association) Nationals at AYOP (America’s Youth on Parade), The event was hosted on the beautiful University of Notre Dame campus in South Bend, Indiana — a stunning and iconic backdrop for AYOP and the hundreds of twirlers competing at the highest level. 🌟
🔴 Carissa Sands — Calhoun County Middle/High School, Beginner Pageant
🔴 Trinity Probasco — Calhoun County Middle/High School, Intermediate Pageant
🔴 Scarlett Probasco — Pleasant Hill Elementary, Juvenile Miss Majorette
🔴 Sara Moorehead‑Hubbard — 2026 CCS Graduate, Beginner Pageant
🏅 Trinity Probasco earned 9th place in National Pageant Solo and finished 14th overall.
🏅 Sara Moorehead‑Hubbard placed 10th in pageant modeling, and she is now a Feature Twirler for West Virginia State University.
❤️ Their hard work, skill, and commitment make our community proud. ❤️
#CalhounPride #FeatureTwirlers #AYOP2024 #NBTA #StudentSuccess #FridayNightLights #RedDevilNation #BatonTwirling #WVStateUniversity #SmallTownBigTalent #IloveWVpublicschools #MountainettesTwirlingTeam #phoenixtwirlers




We are excited to celebrate Lilly Falls and Danika Starcher, who represented Calhoun County at the West Virginia Governor’s Computer Science Institute (GCSI) hosted on WVU Tech’s campus in Beckley, WV
The GCSI gives students practical, hands-on experience in computer science, coding, and programming — all focused on solving real‑world problems. Students collaborate just like professional programmers, build applications, and explore how computer science drives modern innovation.
This year’s institute brought together a diverse group of motivated students, all learning side‑by‑side in a tech‑rich environment designed to spark creativity and problem‑solving. Lilly and Danika embraced every challenge, strengthened their skills, and demonstrated what it means to be future-ready learners.
💻✨ We are so proud of Lilly and Danika! Their curiosity, leadership, and dedication shine brightly, and we can’t wait to see how they continue to grow as innovators in computer science!
Photo credit: Lilly Falls and Kara Starcher
#IloveWVpublicschools #Calhounproud








☀️📚 Making the Most of Summer with HSTA! 🔬🩺
We are back in full swing at Calhoun Middle High, but the summer didn't mean taking a break from learning for our HSTA students! This summer, students attended camps at WVU, Glenville State Univeristy, and Marshall University, exploring STEM, health science, and forensic science fields while gaining hands-on experience that supports their educational and career goals.
Students shared some of their favorite learning experiences:
🔍 Lydia Starcher enjoyed learning how to conduct forensic investigations.
🧪 Danika Starcher explored chemical flame tests and forensic science techniques.
🖐️ Lilly Falls learned about fingerprint analysis.
🚓 Carissa Sands enjoyed investigating crime scenes and forensic evidence.
🧬 Bret Richards learned how to read DNA and use advanced scientific equipment.
❤️ Griffen Parsons gained CPR and First Aid skills and learned how to use a microscope connected to an iPad.
🪱 Duke Persinger learned about using nematode in Alzheimer research.
🏥 Emma Frail attended Marshall's STEM camp, where disaster relief simulations were conducted, her team saved everyone!
These students chose to spend part of their summer expanding their knowledge, developing new skills, and exploring future college and career opportunities. Their commitment to learning demonstrates the dedication and curiosity that make our Calhoun HSTA students successful.
👏 We are proud of each of these students for continuing to pursue their educational goals throughout the summer!
Pictures from the WVU Health Science Camp: courtesy of Bret Richards.
#IloveWVpublicschools#HSTA #SummerLearning #STEMEducation #HealthScience #ForensicScience #FutureScientists #FutureHealthcareProfessionals #WVU #MarshallUniversity #StudentSuccess #HandsOnLearning #CollegeBound





Each VIP Pass includes:
VIP Parking
Two (2) Season Passes
Press Box Seating for Two
Heated and Air-Conditioned Viewing Area
Enjoy the games in comfort while supporting Calhoun Middle High School athletics and our Red Devils.
To purchase your VIP Access Pass, please contact Eric Legg at 304-354-6148 ext. 213 or email elegg@k12.wv.us.
Thank you for your continued support of our student-athletes. We look forward to seeing you at the games!
Go Red Devils!
Homecoming Dance 2026
Get ready to dance the night away at the Calhoun County High School Homecoming Dance!
📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ 7:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 In the Calhoun County Middle/High School Commons Area
🎟️ For Grades 9–12
Admission
$5.00 — Single
$9.00 — Couple
Sign-Ups
Sign-ups will be held August 24–31 during high school lunch in the Commons Area.
Out-of-school guest permission forms are available:
In Mrs. Batton’s room between classes
At the Homecoming sign-up table
In the school office
Guest permission forms must be returned by August 31 to receive approval.


On Saturday, August 15, we hosted our Meet the Teams event, and it was a tremendous success. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who attended and showed their support for our student-athletes and athletic programs.
The enthusiasm, encouragement, and community spirit displayed throughout the event were truly appreciated. Your support helps create a positive environment for our students and contributes to the success of our athletic programs both on and off the field.
Thank you for being a part of the Calhoun Red Devil family. We look forward to an exciting and successful season ahead and hope to see you at our upcoming events.
Go Red Devils!

Calhoun Middle School will be GSA Testing starting on Tuesday, August 25th, Wednesday, August 26th, Thursday, August 27th, and Friday, August 28th from 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM. All virtual students must attend as well.





MISSING SCHOOL = MISSING OUT.
Missing a day of school here and there may not seem like much, but absences add up!
WHEN A STUDENT MISSES...
2 DAYS A MONTH...
They will miss 20 DAYS a year.
They will miss 30 HOURS of math over the school year.
They will miss 60 HOURS of reading & writing over the school year.
They will miss over 1 YEAR of school by graduation.
4 DAYS A MONTH..
They will miss 40 DAYS a year.
They will miss 60 HOURS of math over the school year.
They will miss 120 HOURS of reading & writing over the school year.
They will miss over 2 YEARS of school by graduation.
BE HERE. ACHIEVE HERE. — SUCCEED EVERYWHERE!


