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
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☀️📚 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.
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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!
Any questions please reach out to Charlie Starcher or Samantha Moles!
School is just around the corner, but our students never stop exploring, growing, and chasing new learning adventures — even in the summer months. Today we’re proud to highlight Jasmyne Tingler, who spent part of her summer representing Calhoun County at the Governor’s School of Tourism (GST).
The GST students travel West Virginia for a 10‑day experience touring our state, learning about the tourism and hospitality industries through hands‑on activities, and exploring career pathways in one of WV’s fastest‑growing fields.
Jasmyne shared that the experience was unforgettable:
“GST was a memorable experience for me because I had the opportunity to try new things, make new friends, and learn more about West Virginia. My favorite experiences were whitewater rafting, staying in the haunted Blennerhassett Hotel, and visiting historic Bramwell, WV. I will never forget the memorable experiences I was able to have and the friends that I was able to make while having those experiences. I would like to thank everyone who helped make this possible for me, and I would highly recommend GST to any student in 9th or 10th grade.”
We are so proud of Jasmyne for embracing new challenges, representing our community, and showing what it means to be a lifelong learner. 💛📚
Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing more summer learning highlights from our amazing students!
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Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to welcome everyone to our Back to School Bash on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Please note that due to ongoing construction, the main entrance will not be accessible. All guests should enter through the back doors of the high school gymnasium.
We look forward to seeing you and kicking off a successful school year together!
🏈 Football season is officially in full swing, and we couldn’t be more excited for those crisp fall nights! If you’ve been thinking about joining the team, there’s still time to suit up and be part of something great. Hard work, teamwork, and Friday‑night lights are waiting. Let’s make this season unforgettable — come join us!
Bring your sports physcial and start practice on the field at Calhoun Middle High School.
Starting Aug 3rd-14th.
Tuesday & Thursday 5pm-8pm
Monday, Wednesday and Friday (two a days) 7am-5pm
Thanks to our very own Athletic Trainer JJ Bremar for the pictures!
