🚀 Reminder: GCPS Future Forward Fest is Tomorrow!
Join us tomorrow evening to celebrate the incredible innovation happening across Goochland County Public Schools. Students from across the division will be showcasing projects that highlight creativity, problem-solving, and real-world learning — from coding and robotics to student media, design, and artificial intelligence.
📅 Date: February 19
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m. (Setup begins at 5:00)
📍 Location: GMS/GHS Cafeterias
Bring your family and come see firsthand the amazing work our students and teachers have been doing. Food trucks will be available for purchase.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate student innovation at GCPS.
Join us tomorrow evening to celebrate the incredible innovation happening across Goochland County Public Schools. Students from across the division will be showcasing projects that highlight creativity, problem-solving, and real-world learning — from coding and robotics to student media, design, and artificial intelligence.
📅 Date: February 19
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m. (Setup begins at 5:00)
📍 Location: GMS/GHS Cafeterias
Bring your family and come see firsthand the amazing work our students and teachers have been doing. Food trucks will be available for purchase.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate student innovation at GCPS.
Kindness is a team sport at Randolph Elementary! 🏆✨
We loved seeing these Roadrunners go all out for Kindness Spirit Week. From working out problems in jerseys to dreaming of kindness in their PJs, these students proved that being kind is always a win. Way to lead by example, Randolph! 💚💛
We loved seeing these Roadrunners go all out for Kindness Spirit Week. From working out problems in jerseys to dreaming of kindness in their PJs, these students proved that being kind is always a win. Way to lead by example, Randolph! 💚💛
The GCPS budget meeting is being livestreamed. Watch live at goochlandschools.org/YouTube.
🎥 Budget Development Process Overview
How does our school budget come together? What factors influence the decisions we make? Superintendent Dr. Armstrong explains the budget development process to help our community better understand how we plan for the needs of our students, staff, and schools.
We also invite you to be part of the conversation.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 School Administration Building
2938-I River Road W, Goochland
You can watch Dr. Armstrong's video and read more about our proposed budget by following this link: https://www.goochlandschools.org/o/gcps/page/budget-information
Your input is an important part of the process, and we value your voice as we work to develop a budget that reflects our priorities and supports student success.
We hope to see you there!
How does our school budget come together? What factors influence the decisions we make? Superintendent Dr. Armstrong explains the budget development process to help our community better understand how we plan for the needs of our students, staff, and schools.
We also invite you to be part of the conversation.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 School Administration Building
2938-I River Road W, Goochland
You can watch Dr. Armstrong's video and read more about our proposed budget by following this link: https://www.goochlandschools.org/o/gcps/page/budget-information
Your input is an important part of the process, and we value your voice as we work to develop a budget that reflects our priorities and supports student success.
We hope to see you there!
We are thrilled to have received nearly 200 All Star Story submissions from our incredible community, celebrating the positive impact our staff has on our schools every day!
Each day this week, we’ll be highlighting a few of these powerful stories and recognizing the amazing people who make Goochland County Public Schools such a special place to learn and grow. Check out our first wave of recognitions here: https://youtu.be/P9PhGMoPqec?si=vecxh4xmWCf6OC-L
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 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeg2vU9fBsew36D_lMm3Uq5L0PXdxvtW67O9HW8_ORYb1Jvfg/viewform?usp=dialog
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share a story and help us celebrate the difference our staff makes in the lives of students and families across GCPS.
Each day this week, we’ll be highlighting a few of these powerful stories and recognizing the amazing people who make Goochland County Public Schools such a special place to learn and grow. Check out our first wave of recognitions here: https://youtu.be/P9PhGMoPqec?si=vecxh4xmWCf6OC-L
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 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeg2vU9fBsew36D_lMm3Uq5L0PXdxvtW67O9HW8_ORYb1Jvfg/viewform?usp=dialog
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to share a story and help us celebrate the difference our staff makes in the lives of students and families across GCPS.
It's School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—who are a vital part of our school community. Working alongside our staff, they help ensure safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environments. Thank you for the relationships you build, the calm you bring, and the care you show our students every single day. ❤
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—who are a vital part of our school community. Working alongside our staff, they help ensure safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environments. Thank you for the relationships you build, the calm you bring, and the care you show our students every single day. ❤
❄️ Calendar Update ❄️
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
We’re celebrating an incredible season of robotics achievements across Goochland County Public Schools, and our students have seriously delivered. From innovation and teamwork to top-tier performance on the competition floor, GCPS teams showed what’s possible when creativity, problem-solving, and perseverance come together.
At BES, Zoe Parrish’s teams made a strong showing. Squidi–Alien Jones, a 5th-grade team, earned 1st Place for the Innovation Project, while The Dirty Byrds took home 1st Place for Core Values and advanced all the way to the State Tournament at JMU in January.
At GES, under Amy Potter’s guidance, Archy-OTTER-Gists had an outstanding day—earning 1st Place in Robot Performance and a Judges Award for Thespian, showcasing both technical skill and creativity.
At RES, Sean Dearras’s teams shined at the Charlottesville qualifier. Team 4639, the Chickologists, earned 1st Place Robot Performance (top robot game score!) and 1st Place Innovation Project, sweeping two major awards.
At GMS, the accomplishments reached another level. The Junkyard Pups went undefeated at the Richmond Qualifier, earned a Judges’ Choice Award, advanced as the 2nd seed, and competed in the intense two-day State Regional Tournament. They posted a team match high score of 219 points and earned high praise from competition leadership for their character and sportsmanship—proving once again that great kids come from Goochland. The newly minted Junkyard Strays also represented GMS with pride this season.
We are so proud of our students, coaches, and families for an unforgettable robotics season. Innovation lives here—and this is just the beginning. 💡👏
At BES, Zoe Parrish’s teams made a strong showing. Squidi–Alien Jones, a 5th-grade team, earned 1st Place for the Innovation Project, while The Dirty Byrds took home 1st Place for Core Values and advanced all the way to the State Tournament at JMU in January.
At GES, under Amy Potter’s guidance, Archy-OTTER-Gists had an outstanding day—earning 1st Place in Robot Performance and a Judges Award for Thespian, showcasing both technical skill and creativity.
At RES, Sean Dearras’s teams shined at the Charlottesville qualifier. Team 4639, the Chickologists, earned 1st Place Robot Performance (top robot game score!) and 1st Place Innovation Project, sweeping two major awards.
At GMS, the accomplishments reached another level. The Junkyard Pups went undefeated at the Richmond Qualifier, earned a Judges’ Choice Award, advanced as the 2nd seed, and competed in the intense two-day State Regional Tournament. They posted a team match high score of 219 points and earned high praise from competition leadership for their character and sportsmanship—proving once again that great kids come from Goochland. The newly minted Junkyard Strays also represented GMS with pride this season.
We are so proud of our students, coaches, and families for an unforgettable robotics season. Innovation lives here—and this is just the beginning. 💡👏
Please join us in celebrating the GCPS 2026 Spelling Bee Champion, a talented student from Goochland Middle School! 🏆
Beyond an impressive spelling performance, our champion also shared a powerful message with the School Board and attendees about the importance of reading—and how it opens doors to learning, confidence, and opportunity.
Next up: this outstanding GMS student will move on to the regional spelling bee, proudly representing Goochland County Public Schools!
We’re incredibly proud of him for representing GCPS with skill, poise, and a genuine love of literacy. Congratulations and best of luck at regionals! 🎉👏
Beyond an impressive spelling performance, our champion also shared a powerful message with the School Board and attendees about the importance of reading—and how it opens doors to learning, confidence, and opportunity.
Next up: this outstanding GMS student will move on to the regional spelling bee, proudly representing Goochland County Public Schools!
We’re incredibly proud of him for representing GCPS with skill, poise, and a genuine love of literacy. Congratulations and best of luck at regionals! 🎉👏
The Goochland County School Board will hold its next regular meeting on February 10, 2026 at the Goochland County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
❤️ Why Randolph Elementary Wore Red ❤️
Today, students and staff at Randolph Elementary wore red to raise awareness for heart health — a cause that means so much to their school community because of Lilly and other heart warriors at Randolph.
Lilly is one of our very own Heart Warriors. Born with a congenital heart defect, she underwent open-heart surgery before her first birthday. Today, she’s a joyful, energetic 5-year-old, and her strength and resilience inspire us all. While her heart has been repaired, Lilly will continue to be monitored as she grows, reminding us why heart health awareness matters.
During Heart Month and as we approach CHD Awareness Week (February 7–14), wearing red was a simple but powerful way for our Randolph family to show support for Lilly and for children everywhere living with special hearts.
We’re proud of our students and staff for coming together to raise awareness and honor a cause that truly comes from the heart. ❤️
Today, students and staff at Randolph Elementary wore red to raise awareness for heart health — a cause that means so much to their school community because of Lilly and other heart warriors at Randolph.
Lilly is one of our very own Heart Warriors. Born with a congenital heart defect, she underwent open-heart surgery before her first birthday. Today, she’s a joyful, energetic 5-year-old, and her strength and resilience inspire us all. While her heart has been repaired, Lilly will continue to be monitored as she grows, reminding us why heart health awareness matters.
During Heart Month and as we approach CHD Awareness Week (February 7–14), wearing red was a simple but powerful way for our Randolph family to show support for Lilly and for children everywhere living with special hearts.
We’re proud of our students and staff for coming together to raise awareness and honor a cause that truly comes from the heart. ❤️
Snow days and delays are behind us! ❄️➡️📚
We’re excited to welcome students back on time tomorrow, with all schools operating on a normal schedule.
We’re excited to welcome students back on time tomorrow, with all schools operating on a normal schedule.
💛 School Counselor Appreciation Week 💛
This week, we celebrate the dedication, care, and impact of our incredible school counselors. Every day, they support students’ academic success, help them navigate challenges, and guide them as they plan for the future—often in ways that go unseen but are deeply felt.
Please join us in thanking the outstanding counselors who serve our schools and community so well:
✨ Randolph Elementary – Ms. Erin Shively
✨ Goochland Elementary – Ms. Carmen Bland & Ms. Elizabeth Graham
✨ Byrd Elementary – Ms. Madison Jackson
✨ Goochland Middle – Ms. Caroline Powell & Ms. Ashton Blackley
✨ Goochland High – Ms. Renee Ferrell, Ms. Mallory McMullin, & Ms. Suly Salazar
Thank you for being trusted listeners, steady guides, and strong advocates for our students—today and every day!
This week, we celebrate the dedication, care, and impact of our incredible school counselors. Every day, they support students’ academic success, help them navigate challenges, and guide them as they plan for the future—often in ways that go unseen but are deeply felt.
Please join us in thanking the outstanding counselors who serve our schools and community so well:
✨ Randolph Elementary – Ms. Erin Shively
✨ Goochland Elementary – Ms. Carmen Bland & Ms. Elizabeth Graham
✨ Byrd Elementary – Ms. Madison Jackson
✨ Goochland Middle – Ms. Caroline Powell & Ms. Ashton Blackley
✨ Goochland High – Ms. Renee Ferrell, Ms. Mallory McMullin, & Ms. Suly Salazar
Thank you for being trusted listeners, steady guides, and strong advocates for our students—today and every day!
❄️ GCPS will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow ❄️
This delay will allow for improved visibility and time to address any potential overnight wintry weather.
Our Transportation Department has surveyed all bus routes and is identifying alternate stops as needed. Please refer to this document to determine if your child's bus route has been impacted
Absences will be excused for families who choose to keep their children home due to weather conditions.
Thank you for your patience and partnership as we work to keep everyone safe.
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow.
Our Transportation Department has surveyed all bus routes and is identifying alternate stops as needed. Please refer to this document to determine if your child's bus route has been impacted.
Thank you for your patience and partnership in keeping our students safe.
Due to multiple events being streamed across the county this evening, the Goochland County School Board meeting will be available via live stream on our YouTube channel.
http://goochlandschools.org/YouTube
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your continued engagement with Goochland County Public Schools.
http://goochlandschools.org/YouTube
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your continued engagement with Goochland County Public Schools.
💫 Help Us Celebrate Our GCPS All Stars! 💫
February 16-20 is All Star Week, and we want to spotlight the incredible GCPS staff who go above and beyond every day! 🎉
Do you know a teacher, bus driver, school nurse, administrator, or staff member who has made a difference in your child’s life? Now’s your chance to say thank you! 💙
✨ Share your story of appreciation by submitting a note of gratitude or an anecdote about a GCPS staff member who has made a lasting impact.
📢 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/KWiBPDGfD2XpXtDt6
Your submission may be featured during All Star Week as we celebrate the incredible people who make GCPS such a great place to learn and grow! 🌟
February 16-20 is All Star Week, and we want to spotlight the incredible GCPS staff who go above and beyond every day! 🎉
Do you know a teacher, bus driver, school nurse, administrator, or staff member who has made a difference in your child’s life? Now’s your chance to say thank you! 💙
✨ Share your story of appreciation by submitting a note of gratitude or an anecdote about a GCPS staff member who has made a lasting impact.
📢 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/KWiBPDGfD2XpXtDt6
Your submission may be featured during All Star Week as we celebrate the incredible people who make GCPS such a great place to learn and grow! 🌟
GCPS Update:
Schools will remain closed tomorrow, February 3, 2026. Tuesday is a remote learning day for students. Pending School Board approval, February 16th and March 20th will be makeup days for students.
Schools will remain closed tomorrow, February 3, 2026. Tuesday is a remote learning day for students. Pending School Board approval, February 16th and March 20th will be makeup days for students.
❄️ GCPS Update ❄️
Goochland County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, February 2, 2026, due to continued below-freezing temperatures and packed snow and ice on some secondary roads. Monday will be a remote learning day for students. Please check your email for more information.
We miss our students and are optimistic that warmer temperatures this week will allow us to safely return to school soon ❤
