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The Goochland School Board will hold a special meeting on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00PM at the Goochland Admin Bldg, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Rm 250. The public is invited.
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Executive Order 33 establishes cell phone-free education to enhance the health and safety of Virginiaโs K-12 students. This initiative aims to reduce cell phone use during instructional time and address the mental health issues linked to social media addiction. Join the Commonwealth Conversations to share your thoughts on creating a healthier learning environment. For more information and to register for the conversation visit this website: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/programs-services/school-operations-support-services/cell-phone-free-education-in-virginia-k-12-public-schools
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๐ Today, we celebrated the successful ribbon-cutting of our new GES! A huge thank you to our amazing community for your unwavering support and dedication. Together, weโre building a brighter future for our students! Weโre ready to dive into the 24-25 school year! ๐ฆฆ
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Itโs Time! Join us TONIGHT as we officially open the NEW Goochland Elementary School! Ribbon-cutting starts at 4 p.m. and tours of the school will be until 7 p.m. The school is located at 2000 Bulldog Way.
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Join the Goochland School Board work session virtually. Stay informed and engaged with our community's educational discussions. https://youtube.com/live/VtK_HSu3H1w?feature=share
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Weโre otterly excited to open the new school and share it with our community! Visit the school any time between 4 and 7 p.m., and consider joining us at the official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 4 p.m. The school is located at 2000 Bulldog Way.
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Itโs been a dream and now itโs a reality! Weโre so excited to welcome our community to the new Goochland Elementary School on July 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. Weโll officially cut the ribbon at 4 p.m. and then open the doors for tours of the new school. Join us!
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Want to see what all the excitement is about? Join us on July 18 between 4 and 7 p.m. and tour the brand-new Goochland Elementary School! We cut the ribbon at 4 p.m., but community members can visit the new school any time after the ceremony until 7 p.m.
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We're thrilled about the new GES opening! Our team is working hard to get everything ready. Here's Mrs. Smith putting the first library book on the shelf, marking the start of many wonderful stories to come! ๐
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Thanks to the support of our community, the new Goochland Elementary School will open its doors to students this fall. To celebrate, we will host an Open House 7/18 from 4 -7 p.m. Please stop by and see what our community helped build for future generations in Goochland County!
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Due to technical difficulties, the school board meeting live stream can be accessed at this link tonight: https://youtube.com/live/MWUAfYcpxfQ?feature=share
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Join us on July 18 at 4 p.m. as we officially open the doors of the new Goochland Elementary School! Visit the school any time between 4 and 7 p.m. and help us celebrate the bright futures of our students.
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The Goochland School Board will hold a work session on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at Luck Companies, 515 Stone Mill Dr, Manakin-Sabot, VA. The public is invited. (Follow driveway to the right to the door. Please notify Diane Bennett if you plan to attend.)
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The Goochland School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:30PM at the Goochland Admin Bldg, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Rm 250. The public business portion of the meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited.
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๐โจ Congratulations to the Goochland High School Class of 2024! ๐๐
Your hard work, dedication, and resilience have brought you to this incredible milestone. We are so proud of each and every one of you. As you embark on your next adventure, remember the lessons learned and friendships made here at Goochland High.
Here's to a bright future filled with endless possibilities. Go Bulldogs! ๐พโค๏ธ
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๐๐ This summer, all children ages 18 and under can enjoy free meals and receive a book with every meal from the GCPS Sunshine Food Bus! Adults can also join in the fun with discounted meals available.
๐๏ธ **Summer Schedule (June 10th - July 18th)**:
(No bus service on June 19th or July 4th)
๐ **Locations & Times**:
- **Antioch Baptist Church Parking Lot**
4712 River Rd. West, Goochland, VA 23063
๐ Monday & Tuesday: 10:50 โ 11:15 AM
- **Chief Cornerstone Baptist Church Parking Lot**
4481 Three Square Rd, Goochland, VA 23063
๐ฅ Monday & Tuesday: 11:30 โ 11:55 AM
- **Leakes Mill Park**
3951 River Road West, Goochland, VA 23063
๐ Wednesday & Thursday: 11:00 AM โ 12:00 PM
- **Mt. Olive Baptist Church Parking Lot**
1630 Manakin Rd., Manakin-Sabot, VA 23103
๐ง Monday โ Thursday: 12:30 โ 1:15 PM
โจ **Free Meals and Free Books for Kids!**
๐ฒ Text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304 to find free meals closest to your location.
๐ข This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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As we close the doors on another incredible school year, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing students, teachers, staff, administrators, and families. Your hard work, perseverance, and creativity have made this year unforgettable.
From memorable field trips and exciting sports events to engaging classroom projects and heartfelt community service, we've achieved so much together. ๐
Enjoy a well-deserved summer break! Stay safe, have fun, and we look forward to seeing you all in the fall with renewed energy and enthusiasm. ๐๐
Please visit this link for a message from Dr. Cromartie closing out the school year: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2392/GCPS/4427443/2024_End_of_the_Year_Communication.pdf
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The 8th Grade Moving On Ceremony at GMS was a resounding success! This special event marks a significant milestone in our students' educational journey, celebrating their hard work, growth, and achievements.
Our 8th graders have shown incredible resilience, dedication, and spirit throughout their time at GMS. As they prepare to embark on new adventures in high school, we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of them.
Thank you to our dedicated teachers, supportive families, and wonderful community for making this celebration memorable. Here's to new beginnings and continued success for our outstanding 8th graders! ๐
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๐โพ What a beautiful night for a Flying Squirrels game! Goochland Reading Night was a home run with an amazing turnout! ๐ Students from all three elementary schools who read 8 books earned a free ticket to the game! We can't wait for next year! ๐๐
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๐ฃ Calling all rising 6th graders! Join us for Eagle Evolution at Goochland Middle School! ๐ฆ
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This FREE event on August 14th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM includes GPS transportation and lunch. Students will get a head start on the school year by:
- Exploring our school
- Finding their classes
- Meeting teachers and classmates
- Getting ready for their first day of middle school!
Registration is required. Scan the QR code on the attached flyer or register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1clCTVESMu_mzLljHQSR_HTK4CGpJy2UVykBudW1sUZ4/viewform?ts=664b6711&edit_requested=true
Also, donโt miss our optional info session on Monday, August 12th from 6:00-7:00 PM at GMS for more details about the event.
We can't wait to welcome you to Goochland Middle School! ๐
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