Kindergarten registration starts 3/13/23 at goochlandschools.org/student-registration/. This includes a mandatory in-person screening at your rising kindergartener's school on 4/13/23, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please contact your child's school to schedule your screening appointment.
about 2 years ago, Matt Caratachea
Beginning Monday, March 13, families may start the online registration process for kindergarten at goochlandschools.org/student-registration/. Completion of the registration process includes a mandatory in-person screening at your rising kindergartener's school on Thursday, April 13, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please contact your child's school directly to schedule your screening appointment. Phone numbers are listed at the bottom of this page. WHEN CAN CHILDREN BEGIN KINDERGARTEN? • according to Virginia law, a child must be five years old on or before September 30 of the upcoming school year to enroll in kindergarten WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO ENROLL MY CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN? • a certified birth certificate for the child* • a completed School Entrance Health Form-obtain a form at your school or visit https://www.doe.virginia.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/ 710/637892490811170000 • proof of residency (see back for details) * Families unable to provide a certified birth certificate may provide an official affidavit that affirms the child's age, along with an explanation of their inability to present the birth certificate. KINDERGARTEN IMMUNIZATIONS WHAT IMMUNIZATIONS DOES MY CHILD NEED TO HAVE? • Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DaP or DTP) • Hepatitis B vaccine • Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine • Polio vaccine • Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccine • for information on required doses for immunizations, see the School Entrance Health form.  Byrd Elementary School 2704 Hadensville-Fife Road Goochland. VA 23063 (804) 556-5380. Goochland  Elementary 3150 River Road West Goochland, VA 23063 (804) 556-5321. Randolph  Elementary 1552 Sheppard Town Road Crozier, VA 23039 (804) 556-5385
Proof  of residency is necessary for enrollment. It can be a complex process, though we will make every effort to work with families through the process. As a first step, we've developed the flowchart below to help guide the process. Please begin with this initial question: Are you a homeowner or a renter (Box 1), do you reside with another Goochland County resident (Box 2), or are you a Non-Resident (Box 3)? BOX 1: I am the homeowner OR I rent my home. YOU MUST BRING IN TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: • monthly mortgage statement, deed, or sales agreement OR a current signed and bona fide lease • land-line telephone bill • cable/satellite bill • gas bill • electric bill • water bill • driver's license, voter registration, or payroll stul with current address • vehicle registration • tax document (income tax return, W-2 form, receipt for personal property taxes) BOX 2: I live with another Goochland County resident. YOU MUST BRING IN THE FOLLOWING: • notarized multiple family disclosure form (available at your child's school) • two documents that provide proof of homeowner's residency or renter's residency (Please see BOX 1 for details) BOX 3: I am a Non-Resident. YOU MUST BRING IN THE FOLLOWING: • a completed non-resident application (obtain a form at your school or goochlandschools.org/student-forms)
Our 3rd-5th graders enjoyed The Maggie Walker Story performed by Virginia Repertory Theatre! Thank you, GES PTA!
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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Kindness week at GES! Be the I in kind!
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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The GES Kindness Club was bringing the FUN and happiness this morning in the car line!!!! 💗💕💗
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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Huge thanks to our School Resource Officers for serving as positive role models for our students and for assisting with our efforts to provide a safe environment for our students, staff, and guests! You make @glndschools #stronGer
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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At GES we LLLOOOVVVEE our Instructional Assistants. They give their hearts to our students every day! Providing them time for some fellowship and a delicious lunch was such a pleasure! Thank you so much team!
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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Thank you, Diane, for your service to @glndschools and our school community!
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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Find out what it is like to be a member of Team Goochland https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/jobs Come be a part of our award winning team!
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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@glndschools made history with the groundbreaking of our new Goochland Elementary School. Learn more about this event here: https://www.goochlandschools.org/article/996123
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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As we finish our work week, please join us in thanking our @glndschools counselors for their dedicated work to our students & families. Get to know our counselors and the services they provide here: https://www.goochlandschools.org/o/gcps/page/mental-health
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
School counseling week
The first of the GCPS 2023 Intersesions is approaching quickly! There will be a Summer opportunity (June 20-23) and a Fall opportunity (October 16-20). Be on the lookout for registration information, coming Spring 2023.
about 2 years ago, Matt Caratachea
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A historic moment for Goochland County!
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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Our February Family Connections Newsletter includes information, resources, and updates about the many happenings in our school division, including information about Kindness Week, Conundrum Day, 2023-2024 preschool opportunities, & more. https://www.smore.com/r40jf
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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GCPS is making history today! The building of the new GES can now begin!
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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Ready for the groundbreaking of the new Goochland Elementary School! Tune into our Facebook page to watch the live feed.
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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Head over to our Facebook page to watch the groundbreaking of the new Goochland Elementary School live this morning, 2/9/2023, at 10:00 AM. http://facebook.com/goochlandcountyschools
about 2 years ago, Matt Caratachea
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Mrs. Bland is loved by all at GES! She is a great listener and gives really good advice! She steps up to support our students and staff! Thank you, Mrs. Bland, school counselor! We appreciate all that you do!
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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Thank you to our amazing school counselors @glndschools for your commitment to inspiring our students to maximize their full potential! We are grateful for your service to our students, our families, & our school commiunity!
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
National School Counseling Week
5th grade students are busy questioning, animating, directing, translating and podcasting in library today! Each week students will work in a new role.
about 2 years ago, Goochland Elementary School
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We are extremely proud of the work we are doing to maximize the potential of every learner @glndschools. Learn more about how you can join our small school division with a big reputation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QheMh6Sy5II https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/jobs
about 2 years ago, Jeremy Raley
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