Goochland County Public Schools

Today, Sheriff Creasey and some amazing deputies joined us at GES to help serve lunch, bringing smiles to students and staff alike. We are so grateful for our strong community partnerships and the incredible support from our local law enforcement. Thank you for all you do!

We are thrilled to have received over 80 All Star Story submissions from our amazing community, celebrating the positive impact our staff has on our schools every day! ✨ Each day this week, we’ll highlight a few of these incredible stories. Check out our first wave of recognitions here: https://youtube.com/shorts/RaPHgXnHilc?feature=share Let’s keep the momentum going! If there’s a staff member who has made a difference in your life, share your story with us using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-0xgbZojEoyvn2R9VrjvUasN7-NhPz2MeBEIjii3DCpNMhQ/viewform

🌟 School Resource Officer Appreciation Day 🌟 We want to take a moment to thank and recognize the dedicated individuals who keep our students, staff, and schools safe every day. Our School Resource Officers are more than just law enforcement—they are mentors, supporters, and protectors of our school community. We extend heartfelt thank you to Sergeant Ryan Leabough, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, Deputy Michael Donithan, and Deputy Trey Carter. Your commitment to our schools makes a difference every day, and we are truly grateful for your service and dedication. Thank you for all you do!

UPDATE: New Date for Conundrum Day Goochland County Public Schools is excited to host Conundrum Day 2025 – an engaging STEM design challenge for students Pre-K through 8th grade! 📅 New Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 📍 Location: Goochland Middle School ⏰ Time: 8:45 – 11:30 AM 👧🧑 Who: Open to all Pre-K – 8th grade students 🔬 STEM CHALLENGE ALERT! Students will participate in a hands-on, grade-level STEM challenge inspired by the 2025 Goochland Reads book, A Boy Called Bat. Using 21st-century skills, students will design, plan, create, and build a project centered around animal life and survival skills! ‼️ IMPORTANT: If you registered for the original date, please re-register using the new form due to the date change. 🚗 Reminder: Students must provide their own transportation. 📲 Ready to sign up? Scan the QR code below or visit this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN8LL_NtOUTbsRIFQhEgzY1z3pf0DujmG-LM1U7Qc9iyXHxA/viewform?usp=sf_link and complete the Google form to secure your child’s spot! We can’t wait to see our young problem-solvers in action!

🚨 Update – GCPS Closed February 12 🚨 We understand that winter weather can disrupt plans. We hope everyone stayed safe and warm today while taking advantage of the snowfall. Even our superintendent couldn’t resist the temptation to enjoy the snow! Due to continued winter weather, Goochland County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 12th. Additional freezing rain is expected overnight and into the morning, which will increase ice accumulations and create hazardous road conditions. For the safety of our students and staff, we have made the decision to close schools for the day. Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep our students and staff safe.

🎉 Goochland Celebrates Black History Month! 🎉 Our schools are honoring Black history with engaging lessons, projects, and events! 📚 Elementary Schools – Daily spotlights on Black leaders, interactive art and research projects, and special encore (art, music, and library) lessons. 📖 Middle School – Weekly highlights of influential figures, a reading challenge with prizes, and library displays celebrating Black authors. 🎶 High School – A field trip to the Valentine Museum and Black History Museum of Richmond, school-wide trivia, a celebration with performances and a guest speaker, plus a special community choir event on Feb. 22! Join us in celebrating and learning all month long! 🖤💛❤️

The safety of GCPS staff, students, and citizens is very important. Therefore, due to forecasted weather, the Feb 11 school board meeting/budget public hearing is postponed to Thurs, Feb 13 at 6:00 p.m. (5:30 closed). The meeting will take place at 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Room 250.

The Goochland School Board will hold its regular meeting and public hearing on the budget on February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administration Building, 1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250. The public is invited.

The Goochland School Board will hold a budget workshop on February 4 at 5:30 p.m. at the Annex Bldg, 2938 River Road West, Bldg. I, where the Superintendent will present his budget. The public is invited.

🎉 Calling All 4th & 5th Graders! ✍️ The 8th Annual GEF Essay Contest is here, and we want to hear from YOU! This year’s question: “Who inspires you and why does he or she inspire you?” – submitted by BES students in Mrs. Johnson’s class and Mrs. Carter’s class! 💡 Share your story for a chance to win $100! 🏆 Prizes Awarded At Each School: 🎨 Most Creative: $100 📚 Best Constructed: $100 💡 Best Supports the Topic: $100 🗓️ Deadline: March 1, 2025 📏 Word Limit: 500 words or fewer 🔗 Visit goochlandschools.org/gef-essay for the essay template and submission form. ✨ Don’t forget: Include your name, school, grade, and teacher on the cover sheet (but not in the essay!). Let your voice be heard, and celebrate the people who inspire you! 💕

🚨 Reminder: Conundrum Day is Almost Here! 🚨 Don’t forget! Goochland County Public Schools’ Conundrum Day is happening Saturday, February 8, 2025, at GMS from 8:45 AM to 11:30 AM! 🎉 What to Expect: Students in Pre-K to 8th grade will take on a STEM Design Challenge inspired by the Goochland Reads books! They’ll design, plan, and build a project focused on animal life and survival skills, all while sharpening their 21st-century problem-solving skills. ✅ Already Signed Up? Awesome! Get ready for a fun-filled morning of creativity and innovation! 📌 Haven’t Registered Yet? There’s still time! Visit goochlandschools.org/gcpscd to sign up today! 📍 Event Details: 📅 When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 📍 Where: Goochland Middle School (GMS) ⏰ Time: 8:45 AM – 11:30 AM 👧👦 Who: Open to students in Pre-K to 8th grade 🚗 Reminder: Students must provide their own transportation. We can’t wait to see our young innovators in action! See you there! 🎯✨

As we wrap up Principal Appreciation Week, we want to give a huge shoutout to our incredible school leaders! Our principals go above and beyond every day to create safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environments for our students and staff. Their dedication, vision, and leadership make a lasting impact on our schools and community. Let’s finish this week strong by showing our appreciation—drop a comment below to thank your principal for all they do! 🙌

📢 We’re Back! Join Us for Conundrum Day! 🧩 Goochland County Public Schools is excited to welcome students back for our in-person Conundrum Day on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 8:45 AM to 11:30 AM at GMS! 🎉 What’s Happening? Students in Pre-K to 8th grade will tackle a fun and engaging STEM Design Challenge inspired by the Goochland Reads books (title to be released soon)! They’ll put their 21st-century skills to work by designing, planning, and building projects focused on animal life and survival skills. 📝 Ready to Sign Up? Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the link below to register your child today! Don’t miss out on this exciting day of creativity and problem-solving! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN8LL_NtOUTbsRIFQhEgzY1z3pf0DujmG-LM1U7Qc9iyXHxA/viewform 📍 When: February 8, 2025 📍 Where: Goochland Middle School (GMS) 📍 Time: 8:45 AM – 11:30 AM 📍 Who: All students from Pre-K to 8th grade Please note: Students must provide their own transportation. Let’s solve some puzzles and have a blast together! 💡

🚨 Update🚨 All schools will remain closed tomorrow, January 10th, due to lingering snow and ice on secondary roads. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing overnight, conditions are not expected to improve. We miss our students and staff and look forward to welcoming everyone back next week! Stay safe and warm. ❄️

Good evening. After much careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to remain closed for Thursday, January 9. Like many of you, we are eager to welcome our students back, especially after an extended Winter Break. Earlier this afternoon, we were confident that we could do that safely. However, circumstances with many of our secondary and residential throughways and well-shaded neighborhoods warrant closure. We appreciate your understanding.

🚨 Update🚨 All schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, January 9th. Due to the adjusted schedule, no school breakfast will be served tomorrow. We appreciate your flexibility as we ensure safe conditions for our students and staff. Thank you for your understanding.

🚨 Update🚨 Due to unsafe conditions on many secondary roads and freezing temperatures expected overnight and tomorrow, all schools will remain closed tomorrow, January 8th. The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate these conditions.

🚨 Update 🚨 Due to the weather forecast, which includes additional precipitation and below-freezing temperatures, all schools will remain closed tomorrow, January 7, 2025. Please stay safe and warm! ❤️❄️

🎉 Attention All Current and Rising GMS Families! 🎉 📚 Join us for the Curriculum Fair on Wednesday, January 15, 2024, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM at Goochland County Middle School! 💡 This is the perfect opportunity for rising 6th–8th grade students and families to: ✔️ Learn about GMS course offerings ✔️ Meet our amazing teachers ✔️ Hear from school counselors 📢 Rising 6th Grade Info Session starts at 6:00 PM in the GMS Auditorium. 📍 Location: 3250 B River Road W., Goochland, VA 23063 📞 Contact: 804.556.5320 🌐 https://gms.goochlandschools.org/ Don’t miss out—kick off your academic journey with all the information you need!

🚨 Weather Alert 🚨 Goochland County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6, due to forecasted winter weather and anticipated hazardous road conditions. ❄️🌨️ All school and division activities are canceled. Please stay safe and warm! 🧤☕