Goochland County Public Schools

We are so proud of our Goochland High School seniors! At this morning’s Senior Scholarship Breakfast, students were awarded over 65 scholarships from 28 generous organizations and community partners. This event celebrated not only the hard work of our students but also the incredible support of our community, which continues to invest in the future of our graduates. Congratulations to all of our scholarship recipients—you make GHS proud!

Our Free Farmers Market is Tomorrow! We’re thrilled to announce that our Free Farmers Market is returning—just in time for spring! Thanks to the renewed LFPA (Local Foods Purchasing Assistance) Grant and the support of Lulu’s Local Foods, we’ll be able to provide fresh, local produce to our families through the end of the school year. Join us on May 21st & 22nd from 2:30–5:00 PM in the Goochland High School back parking lot to pick up a variety of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables—at no cost to you! Our produce will be sourced from amazing Virginia farms, including Agriberry, Kelrae, members of the Southside Fruit and Vegetable Association, and more! Come celebrate community, nutrition, and local agriculture with us!

Don't forget! Our Free Farmers Market is Back! We’re thrilled to announce that our Free Farmers Market is returning—just in time for spring! Thanks to the renewed LFPA (Local Foods Purchasing Assistance) Grant and the support of Lulu’s Local Foods, we’ll be able to provide fresh, local produce to our families through the end of the school year. Join us on May 21st & 22nd from 2:30–5:00 PM in the Goochland High School back parking lot to pick up a variety of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables—at no cost to you! Our produce will be sourced from amazing Virginia farms, including Agriberry, Kelrae, members of the Southside Fruit and Vegetable Association, and more! Come celebrate community, nutrition, and local agriculture with us!

🔥 Special Olympics Torch Run & Unified Track Meet 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Yesterday’s Unified Track Meet between Goochland High School and Monticello High School began with an inspiring Special Olympics Torch Run, led by the Goochland County Sheriff’s Office and supported by Goochland County Fire-Rescue. We are so grateful for our first responders and their continued support of inclusive events that celebrate unity, sportsmanship, and student achievement. The energy, teamwork, and Bulldog pride were on full display as athletes from both schools competed side by side.

🏃‍♂️💪 Shoutout to the incredible 13 boys in 4th and 5th grades at Goochland Elementary School who have been training hard each week after school as part of the Let Me Run program! This amazing group has been building stamina, friendships, and confidence through running and teamwork. Yesterday, their hard work paid off as they crossed the finish line in a culminating 5K run! We’re so proud of their dedication, perseverance, and positive spirit!🏁👏

The Goochland School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:30PM at the Goochland Admin Building, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Rm 250. The public business portion of the meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited.

🎨🎭💃 Fine Arts Signing Day at Goochland High School 💃🎭🎨 Yesterday, we celebrated the incredible talents and bright futures of our student artists during Fine Arts Signing Day! These Bulldogs are continuing their journeys in theatre, visual arts, and dance at the collegiate level, and we couldn’t be prouder. 👏 Join us in congratulating them on this exciting next step. Their creativity, dedication, and passion inspire us all!

🎉✍️ Signing Day Celebration at GHS! We’re proud to celebrate three incredible student-athletes who officially committed to continue their athletic and academic careers at the next level! 🐾🎓 👏 Two standout softball players (Kendall and Ellie) and one talented football player (Trevor) will be taking their skills to the college stage next year. Their dedication, discipline, and Bulldog spirit have brought them to this exciting moment—and we couldn’t be prouder! 📸 Check out the highlights from Wednesday's signing event and help us congratulate them on this major achievement!

Get ready, Goochland! GCPS Wellness Night is right around the corner! Join us on Wednesday, May 14 from 5–7 PM at the GHS Football Stadium for an evening of fun, fitness, and community! There’s something for everyone: • Color Run • Food Trucks • Raffle Prizes • Local Vendors & Wellness Resources Mark your calendar and bring the whole family out for this high-energy, health-focused event!

🦈💡 Students in Mr. Tate’s Inventions and Innovations class at Goochland Middle School put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test in a recent Shark Tank-style challenge! After researching various medical conditions and disabilities, students designed adaptive technology devices to support individuals' needs. They used 3D printers to create functioning models or prototypes and pitched their inventions to a panel of “Sharks” made up of a school board member, an occupational therapist, and central office administrators. We’re proud of their innovative thinking, design skills, and confident presentations! 👏

✨GLOW DAY MAGIC!✨ On Friday, May 2nd, Ms. Carr and Ms. Lind's 2nd and 3rd grade classes lit up their learning—literally! Their classrooms transformed into glowing, black-light spaces where students reviewed and applied reading and math skills through fun, hands-on activities. Midday, the excitement continued with a special Buddy Challenge—a collaborative event to strengthen friendships and celebrate the incredible partnership between these two amazing classrooms. 💡📚🤩 Way to shine, Otters!

🌟✨ A long time ago in a galaxy not so far away… Byrd Elementary students decided to celebrate Star Wars Day on May 5th instead of May 4th! 🚀 Why? Because "Revenge of the Fifth" is just as epic! 🎉 With lots of Star Wars shirts and big smiles, the Force is definitely strong with these young Padawans. 💫

Congratulations to Goochland High School’s JROTC unit on winning the Regional Championship at today’s MCJROTC Raider Competition! Our cadets showed outstanding strength, teamwork, and determination as they competed against top units from across the region — and came out on top! We are so proud of their hard work and leadership. Way to go, Bulldogs! 🇺🇸🏆💪

🎉🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎🎉 Today, we celebrate the incredible school nutrition professionals who ensure our students are well-fed, energized, and ready to learn each and every day. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, their dedication makes a real difference in the lives of our students. Join us in thanking these everyday heroes for the care, kindness, and hard work they bring to our schools!

🏅 Little Feet Meet at Goochland Elementary School 🏅 Our littlest Otters had a BIG day at the Little Feet Meet! 🦦✨ This special event celebrated our preschoolers and their growing gross motor skills with a variety of fun, active stations—including obstacle courses, "weight lifting," soccer, and basketball! From balancing to jumping and everything in between, our students showed off their strength, coordination, and joy for movement. We’re so proud of their progress and thankful to our amazing staff and students for organizing such a meaningful and memorable culminating experience! 💙

☀️🍎 The Sunshine Food Bus is rolling into summer! 🍎☀️ We’re excited to share that starting June 9th through July 17th, the Sunshine Food Bus will be serving FREE meals and FREE books to all children ages 18 and under! Adult meals are available at a discounted price. 📍 Stops and Times: • Antioch Baptist Church Parking Lot (4712 River Rd. West, Goochland, VA) 🕙 Monday-Thursday | 10:50–11:20 AM • Leakes Mill Park (3951 River Road West, Goochland, VA) 🕚 Monday-Thursday | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM • Mt. Olive Baptist Church Parking Lot (1630 Manakin Rd., Manakin-Sabot, VA) 🕐 Monday Only | 1:05–1:35 PM 📦 Special Take-Home Meals: • 3-day take-home meals on Thursdays at Antioch Baptist Church and Leakes Mill Park • 5-day take-home meals on Mondays at Mt. Olive Baptist Church (delivered by food service van) ❗ Please note: No service on June 19th or July 3rd. We can’t wait to see you this summer! 🌞📚

Every day, our incredible school nutrition professionals go above and beyond to make sure our students are well-fed, cared for, and ready to learn. This Friday, May 2, we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day — a special opportunity to recognize the hard work, dedication, and heart they bring to our schools. Let’s show our appreciation all week long! Drop a thank you message, give a high five, or simply share a smile with the amazing heroes behind the lunch line.

We’re thrilled to celebrate one of our own at Goochland Middle School who has been named a GRAETC Innovative Teacher Award recipient! Rachel Parks, a talented Fine Arts teacher, is being recognized by the Greater Richmond Area Educational Technology Consortium for her outstanding use of technology to transform student learning. From integrating creative digital tools to helping students design immersive 3D models using Virtual Reality, she’s empowering learners to bring their artistic visions to life in new and meaningful ways. Her work is a shining example of how innovation and the arts can come together to inspire the next generation of creators. Congratulations, Ms. Parks! We’re so proud of you and grateful for all you do for our students!

Yesterday morning, Goochland County Public Schools hosted our Business and Education Roundtable—and we’re feeling energized by the conversations that took place! We were proud to welcome representatives from over 30 local businesses and organizations for a meaningful dialogue about how GCPS is preparing students for life after high school—and how we can continue to grow and improve our efforts. From career pathways and internships to essential workplace skills, our guests shared valuable insights and ideas to help ensure our graduates are ready for what’s next. We’re especially grateful for our strong partnership with the Goochland County Economic Development Office, whose ongoing support and promotion of school-business partnerships play a vital role in this work. Thank you to everyone who joined us today. Your collaboration and commitment to our students’ futures is what makes Goochland such a special place to live, learn, and work.

🌾🐄 GCPS 4th graders had a blast at Ag Day! What started as Erin Henley’s senior project in 2008 has grown into a beloved tradition, connecting students to the heart of our agricultural community. From farm equipment and baby calves 🐮 to bees 🐝, goats 🐐, chickens 🐓, and homemade ice cream 🍦—our kids learned firsthand how agriculture touches every part of our lives. Huge thanks to our local farmers, FFA & 4H members, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Manakin Soil, and so many others who made this day hands-on, educational, and unforgettable! 💚🌱