Goochland County Public Schools

🚨 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! 🧤☕

Please see this important message below from our superintendent, Dr. Cromartie: Dear Families: We are closely monitoring the weather forecast for potential snowfall in our area in the coming days. A decision regarding school operations for Monday, January 6, will be made by tomorrow (Sunday) evening. We will keep you updated through our regular communication media. Thank you for your patience as we continue to work to make the best decisions for students and staff. Sincerely, Michael T. Cromartie, EdD Superintendent of Schools

The Goochland School Board will hold its annual organizational meeting and budget workshop on January 14 at 5:00 p.m. at the Administration Bldg, Room 250, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland, VA. The public business meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. The public is invited.

As we head into the holiday season, everyone at Goochland County Public Schools has so much to be thankful for. We are filled with gratitude for our amazing students, staff, families, and community. This last day before break has been a true celebration of learning, leadership, and love. A few examples of the incredible moments happening in our schools include the creativity and camaraderie on display during House Day at RES, the joy of the Holiday Read Aloud at GES, and the heartfelt connections made during the GHS Veterans Project Holiday Party. We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved break, stays safe, and returns in January refreshed and ready to continue our journey of excellence. ✨ Thank you for being part of the GCPS family—happy holidays! 🌟

As we embrace the holiday season, Goochland County Public Schools has so much to celebrate! Check out Dr. Cromartie's latest video update to hear more about how our schools are creating opportunities, inspiring creativity, and preparing every student for success. In the video you will also learn about a new partnership between GCPS and The Goochland Restaurant that promotes reading across our school division. Together, we’re making a difference—thank you for being part of it. Happy Holidays, Goochland! https://youtu.be/kCSoAORbx7E?si=eLk4c8zh6WcuJibs

This week, our schools have been buzzing with excitement as we celebrated Computer Science Education Week! 🎉 Students across GCPS explored the fascinating world of coding, programming, and technology innovation. From interactive lessons and hands-on coding activities to discussions about careers in computer science, our classrooms were alive with curiosity and creativity. 💻✨ Thank you to our amazing teachers and staff for inspiring the next generation of digital innovators, and to our students for embracing the challenge and thinking like true problem-solvers.

The Goochland School Board and Board of Supervisors will hold a joint meeting on December 16, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. at the Admin Bldg, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Room 270. The agenda can be found here: https://goochlandcountyva.iqm2.com//Citizens/FileOpen.aspx?Type=14&ID=1465&Inline=True

Mrs. Ferguson's fourth grade class was thrilled to welcome Mrs. Robinson, School Board Member, and Mr. Lyle, Board of Supervisors Member, as guest readers at Randolph Elementary School! 🎉 Their visit highlighted the importance of literacy and showed our students how much their community supports their learning journey. From engaging stories to lively discussions, it was a memorable experience for everyone involved! We love seeing our community leaders actively participating in our schools and making a difference in the lives of our students. Thank you, Mrs. Robinson and Mr. Lyle, for your time, enthusiasm, and dedication! 💙

The Goochland School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 10 at 5:30 p.m. (closed meeting) at the Administration Bldg, Room 250, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland, VA. The public business meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited.

Last month, Goochland County Public Schools proudly hosted an Apple Distinguished Schools visit, welcoming school and division leaders from across Virginia! 🌎✨ Representatives from Buchanan County, Henrico County, Norfolk City, New Kent County, Madison County, and Prince William County Public Schools joined us to explore how we’re leveraging Apple technology to transform teaching and learning from Preschool through 12th grade. 🍎💡 During the visit, guests toured nearly 20 classrooms, witnessing firsthand the innovative ways our educators and students are using technology to create meaningful learning experiences. The day ended with rich discussions about the exciting work happening here in Goochland and the shared vision for the future of education as well as professional learning facilitated by our partners from Apple Education. Thank you to our incredible teachers, staff, students, and administrators for showcasing the heart of our Goochland innovation! Together, we’re shaping the future of learning. 🚀

Exciting news! This year, two teams from GCPS are heading to the state First LEGO League competition—one from BES and one from RES! Today, the BES team impressed GCPS staff with a practice of their innovation presentation. Best of luck at states, BES and RES! 🏆🤖

The Goochland School Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 12 at 5:00 p.m. (this is a change) at the Administration Bldg, Room 250, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland, VA. The public business meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited.

🎉 GCPS October Update: Check Out What’s New! 🎉 We’re excited to share this month’s update from Dr. Cromartie, filled with highlights and celebrations from across GCPS! From vibrant town halls to fun reading nights, student-led broadcasts, and family engagement events, our students, staff, and families have truly made it a month to remember. Each of these moments shows the passion, creativity, and dedication that make GCPS such a special place to learn and grow. Watch the full update now to see all the incredible things happening across our schools! Together, we’re building an even brighter future for every student. https://youtu.be/Bx0E-UgPk3U?si=nymAwF_hOU9Kuafe

📢 Join Us for a Community Conversation on Equity in Education! The Advisory Committee for Equity in Education (ACEE) is hosting a Community Conversation on November 2, 2024, and we want to hear from YOU! This event, sponsored by ACEE (Goochland County School Board advisory group established to help support the goals of Goochland’s school system when it comes to equity in education) aims to: • Provide a forum for discussion and feedback on creating inclusive learning environments. • Foster communication among parents, students, educators, and other stakeholders on issues impacting student success. • Cultivate a school environment where all students feel seen, heard, and valued. 💬 If you care about equity in education and want to contribute to meaningful discussions that shape the future of our schools, this is your opportunity! 🗓️ Date: November 2, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 A.M. - Noon 🏫 Location: Central High School Cultural & Educational Center 📋 Please Note: This will be a structured discussion with established ground rules. ✨ Register today using the QR code below and be part of the change for our students! Registration closes 10/31 at 5:00