Goochland Elementary School

📚✨ Family Reading Night at GES was a huge success! Thank you to all the families who joined us for a night of stories, fun, and community. Our March Madness Book Bracket is officially underway—16 amazing books, but only one will come out on top! 🏆📖 Check out these great moments from last night! 📸 Drop a comment with your favorite book from the bracket! ⬇️ #GESReads #FamilyReadingNight #MarchMadnessBooks

📚🔍 Reading Tip of the Day: Connect stories to real-life experiences! If a book mentions a place or event, talk about your own experiences or explore more about it online together. It builds curiosity and understanding! What adventures has reading inspired in your family? #BooksComeToLife #GoochlandOttersRead

📚🏀 Reminder: TONIGHT is Spirit Night at Bella Sicilia from 4-9pm and GES March Madness Family Reading Night is TONIGHT from 6-7pm! Join us for an evening of fun, games, and reading adventures. We can’t wait to see you there! #GoochlandOttersRead

📚❤️ Reading Tip of the Day: Lead by example! Let your child see you enjoying a good book or magazine. Share what you’re reading and spark great conversations. What’s on your reading list? #ReadersAreLeaders #GoochlandOttersRead

📚🏠 Reading Tip of the Day: Mix it up with different reading materials! Comics, magazines, and even recipes can spark curiosity and keep reading fun. What unique things does your child love to read? #ReadingIsEverywhere #GoochlandOttersRead

Otter of the Month Spotlight! 🦦✨ A big round of applause for our February and March Otter of the Month staff winners! These incredible team members go above and beyond every day, showing kindness, teamwork, and dedication to our students and school community. We’re so grateful for all they do to make our school a fun, loving, and engaging place to learn! #OtterOfTheMonth #GoochlandOtters #WeOtterWorkTogether

📖🎉 Reading Tip of the Day: Make reading a family event! Take turns reading aloud or act out characters’ voices. It’s fun for all ages and builds strong reading skills. What’s your favorite book to read together? #FamilyReadingTime #GoochlandOttersRead

📢 YEARBOOK SALES ARE LIVE! 🎉 Capture the memories of this school year with your very own 2024 Goochland Otters Yearbook! 🦦📚 📍 Order Now: https://yearbookordercenter.com/job/17866 💲 Cost: $26 ❓ Questions? Email gesptavoice@gmail.com ⏳ Don't wait—secure your copy before it's too late! Tag a friend to remind them, and let’s make this year one to remember! 📸✨ #OtterMemories #Yearbook2024

📚✨ Reading Tip of the Day: Create a cozy reading nook at home! A comfy chair, soft pillows, and good lighting make reading time extra special. Where’s your child’s favorite spot to read? #ReadAcrossAmerica #GoochlandOttersRead

Spirit Week Lineup: Monday, March 3 – Hat Day 🎩 Read something that is top-notch! Wear your favorite hat and dive into a fantastic story. Tuesday, March 4 – Twin Day 👯 Double your fun with a friend and a good book! Coordinate with a buddy and dress alike for double the reading excitement. Wednesday, March 5 – Wacky Day 🤪 Mismatch your clothing and read a silly book! The crazier the outfit, the better! Let your imagination run wild. Thursday, March 6 – GES March Madness Reading Night! 🏀 Wear basketball gear or something to show off your class March Madness Book! Join us for an evening of reading fun, as we celebrate our very own March Madness Book Tournament! Friday, March 7 – Pajama Day 🛌 Dress comfy and snuggle with a good book! End the week on a cozy note with your favorite PJs and an even better story.

📢 Help Us Stock the Teacher Lounges! ☕✨ Let’s show our amazing teachers and staff some love! 💙 GES PTA is collecting goodies to stock the teacher lounges, and we’d love your help! 📅 When? March 6-14 📍 Where? Drop off items in the front office 🛍️ Wish List: ✅ K-Cups (coffee, tea, hot cocoa) ✅ Coffee creamers ✅ Assorted flavors of sparkling water ✅ Packs of sodas ✅ Individually wrapped snacks (peanut-free, please!) A little treat goes a long way in brightening a teacher’s day! Thank you for your support! 💕🍎

SAVE THE DATE! Goochland Schools Reading Night 📅 Wednesday, April 30th 📍 The Diamond Join us for a night of family fun and reading excitement as we cheer on the Richmond Flying Squirrels against the Somerset Patriots! This special evening celebrates our students’ love for reading and brings our school community together for an unforgettable experience. Event Schedule: 🏟️ Gates Open: 5:00 PM 🎉 Game Parade: 5:15 PM ⚾ First Pitch: 6:05 PM All students will complete their special bookmarks in class during our March Madness Reading Program—a fun way to showcase their reading achievements at the game! Support Goochland Elementary! For every ticket purchased through our special link, $4 will be donated back to Goochland Elementary. This is a fantastic opportunity to support our school while enjoying a fun night at the ballpark! 🎟️ Get your tickets today! Purchase additional family and friend tickets online by April 15th at the link below:👉 Purchase Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/GESgoNutz Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to game time! We can't wait to see our Goochland families at The Diamond for a grand slam night of reading and baseball! ⚾📖

📅 Save the Date! 📅 Join us on Thursday, March 6, from 6-7 pm for an evening of fun and friendly competition at Goochland Elementary! 🏀 “TRAVEL” around to classrooms and check out the action in this year’s tournament! 🏆 “SHOOT” to see as many projects and activities from our 2025 “SWEET SIXTEEN” books as you can! 🎉 Discover what all the “HOOP”la is about as you explore this year’s contenders. 📊 “PICK (AND ROLL)” up a bracket and predict this year’s winner with your family! 🎟️ “DUNK” your name into the drawing for one of three Reading Raffle Baskets! You won’t want to miss this exciting night of books, fun, and friendly competition! Mark your calendars and get ready for some slam-dunk reading fun!

🚨 Spirit Wear Sale Alert! 🚨 This week only, save $8 on ALL Bella+Canvas long sleeve tees in our spirit wear store 1stplace.sale/97321 🎉 Don’t miss out on this cozy deal—perfect for showing off your Otter pride! 🦦❤️ Hurry, this offer is valid through Sunday, February 23!

📸 Say Cheese, GES! 📸 Picture Day is NEXT Wednesday, February 26! A proof or portrait package will be sent home from the school with information on how to order your favorite smiles! 😁 (Allow 3-4 weeks) Mark your calendars and get those outfits ready! 🎒👕

🎉 A huge thank you to our fabulous PTA for organizing the Glow Run and dedicating countless hours to make this fundraiser a success! We appreciate you! ❤️ #GlowRun #ThankYouPTA #GoochlandOtters

✨ Fifth grade is lighting up the track at the Glow Run! These leaders are running strong and having a blast! 🔥 #GlowRun #FifthGradeFun #GoochlandOtters

💰🌟 Second grade is shining bright at the Glow Run and leading the pack in fundraising! Way to go, Otters! #GlowRun #SecondGradeStars #GoochlandOtters

🎉 We’re so close to $30,000 Otter families! We need just $400 and Mrs. McCay will get soaked with water balloons on Field Day! Let’s make it happen! 💦🔥 #GlowRun #WaterBalloonChallenge #GoochlandOtters

⚡️ Third grade brought the energy to the Valentine Glow Run! These Otters are shining bright and running strong! 🌟 #ValentineGlowRun #ThirdGradeEnergy #GoochlandOtters