โค๏ธ Community Helping Community! โค๏ธ Today, volunteers came together for a Generosity Feeds Meal Creation Event, packaging 3,000 meals to help fight child hunger locally. This impactful event was organized by Goochland High School senior Sophia Weller as part of her senior project, and we are so proud of the leadership and service she demonstrated. A special thank you to our amazing partners who helped make this event possible: ๐Ÿ‘ Goochland Rotary Club ๐Ÿ‘ Backpacks of Love ๐Ÿ‘ Goochland High School Interact Club ๐Ÿ‘ The Replenish Foundation Together, we are making a difference for Goochland families. โค๏ธ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿพ
3 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Food packing event
Fueling up for a day of discovery! ๐Ÿฅฃโœจ

National School Breakfast Week gives us an extra reason to celebrate the morning fuel that powers our scholars! Whether they are grabbing a quick bite from the breakfast cart or sitting down with friends, these moments of connectedness are how we start our school day strong at GCPS.

A huge thank you to our School Nutrition team for providing the healthy fuel our scholars need to grow, learn, and lead! ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿฅ›
5 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
National School Breakfast Week
National School Breakfast Week
National School Breakfast Week
National School Breakfast Week
National School Breakfast Week
๐Ÿ€ Tomorrow Night is the Big Night!

Join us from 6:00โ€“7:00 PM for the GES March Madness Tournament of Books! Come celebrate reading, cheer on your favorite books, and enjoy a fun evening with our school community.

Donโ€™t forget to stop by Bellaโ€™s before or after Reading Night for our Spirit Night! A portion of the proceeds will help raise funds for our 5th Grade Graduation.

We canโ€™t wait to see everyone there! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ
6 days ago, Morgan Noone
March Madness 2026
This week, our fifth grade students are โ€œsamplingโ€ great reads at Mrs. Smithโ€™s Starbooks Cafรฉ! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ Students are getting a taste of different genres, discovering new favorites, and brewing up excitement for reading. We love seeing our readers explore new books in such a fun and creative way! โ˜•๐Ÿ“–
9 days ago, Morgan Noone
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Starbooks
Starbooks
โœจ Spirit Night at Bellaโ€™s โ€“ Support GES! โœจ

Join us at Bellaโ€™s before or after Reading Night at GES (6โ€“7 PM) and help support our school! ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ•

This Spirit Night is raising funds for our 5th Grade Graduation, so every meal makes a difference. Bring your family, invite your friends, and make dinner easy while giving back to GES!

Letโ€™s pack Bellaโ€™s and show our school spirit! ๐ŸŽ‰
9 days ago, Morgan Noone
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๐ŸšŒ Weโ€™re Hiring Bus Drivers! ๐ŸšŒ

Looking for a rewarding job with a flexible schedule and the chance to make a difference every day? Join our team!

โœ… Paid training
โœ… Weโ€™ll cover the cost of your CDL
โœ… Great hours for parents and retirees
โœ… Be a friendly face our students count on

No experience? No problem โ€” weโ€™ll train you from start to finish.

๐Ÿ“ž Call 804-556-5361 to learn more
๐Ÿ”— Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/glnd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation

Come drive with us and help keep our students safe! ๐Ÿ’›
11 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
Hiring Bus Drivers Flyer
Stronger Together: GCPS Wellness Night Fun Run/Walk!

Join us Wednesday, April 8th from 5:00โ€“7:00 PM at the Goochland High School Football Stadium for a fun evening of health, wellness, and community! (Gates open at 5:00 PM, run/walk starts at 5:30 PM.)

Enjoy food trucks, games, bouncy houses, door prizes, and a colorful fun run/walk for all ages. Whether you run, walk, or just come to connect, thereโ€™s something for everyone!

We canโ€™t wait to see our GCPS community there! ๐Ÿ’™
12 days ago, Morgan Noone
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๐Ÿ“ฃ Calling all future kindergarten families!

If your child will start kindergarten in 2026โ€“2027, mark your calendars:
๐Ÿ—“ April 6 โ€“ Online registration opens
๐Ÿ—“ April 9 โ€“ In-person screening at your childโ€™s home elementary school

โœ… Children must be 5 years old by September 30, 2026 to enroll.
12 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
kindergarten registration flyer
๐Ÿ€๐Ÿ“š GES March Madness: Tournament of Books Family Reading Night! ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ€

Our books are headed to the bracket, and YOU are invited to join the excitement! Celebrate Read Across America Week with us at Goochland Elementary Schoolโ€™s March Madness: Tournament of Books Family Reading Night on:

๐Ÿ—“ Thursday, March 5, 2026
โฐ 6:00โ€“7:00 PM

Families will have the chance to:
๐Ÿ€ Travel from classroom to classroom to explore our โ€œElite Eightโ€ books
๐Ÿ“– Check out creative student projects and activities
๐Ÿ“Š Pick up a bracket and predict the winning book
๐ŸŽŸ Enter to win one of THREE Reading Raffle Baskets

๐ŸŽ‰ Spirit Days to celebrate the week:
๐Ÿงฆ Monday, March 2 โ€“ Crazy Sock Day
๐Ÿ€ Thursday, March 5 โ€“ Wear your favorite jersey or GES spirit wear

Bring the whole family and get ready for a night full of books, brackets, and River Otter fun. We canโ€™t wait to see you there! ๐Ÿ’™
14 days ago, Morgan Noone
Read Across America
We canโ€™t wait to see those smiling faces๐Ÿ™‚

Schools are operating on a normal schedule today, Monday, Feb. 23. Stay warm and see you soon!
16 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
On-time start
We see the snow falling! โ„๏ธ Our team is closely monitoring road conditions and the overnight forecast. If a delayed opening is necessary for Monday (2/23), we will make the official announcement by 5:30 AM. Stay tuned and stay warm!
16 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
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๐Ÿ“ธ Picture Day is Coming! ๐ŸŒท

Mark your calendars! All students will have their Spring Pictures and Class Pictures taken on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Hereโ€™s what families need to know:

โžก๏ธ Class Pictures โ€“ $13.00
โ€ข Please send payment in on Picture Day (2/25/26).

โžก๏ธ Spring Individual Pictures
โ€ข No money is needed on Picture Day!
โ€ข A proof or portrait package will be sent home with ordering information after pictures are taken.

We canโ€™t wait to capture these special memories! ๐Ÿ˜Š
18 days ago, Morgan Noone
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๐Ÿก Calling Our Community!

If you know a family with a child entering kindergarten, please share this reminder:

๐Ÿ–ฅ Online Kindergarten Registration opens April 6
๐Ÿซ In-Person Screening: Thursday, April 9

๐Ÿ“Œ Child must be 5 years old by September 30 of the upcoming school year.

๐Ÿ”— Registration info: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/registration
19 days ago, Morgan Noone
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๐Ÿš€ 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 โ€” from coding and robotics to student media, design, and artificial intelligence.

๐Ÿ“… Date: February 19
โฐ Time: 5:30โ€“7:00 p.m. (Setup begins at 5:00)
๐Ÿ“ 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.
20 days ago, Morgan Noone
Future Forward Fest
Kindness is a team sport at Randolph Elementary! ๐Ÿ†โœจ
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! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›
21 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
RES Kindness Spirit Week Photos
๐ŸŽฅ 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.
๐Ÿ—“ Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
๐Ÿ•” Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
๐Ÿ“ 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!
22 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
It's School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officersโ€”Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leaboughโ€”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. โค
23 days ago, Jennifer Waggener
SRO Appreciation
โœจ Yearbook time! โœจ
Have you ordered yours yet? Donโ€™t miss out on this yearโ€™s memories.
https://goochlandelementarypta.givebacks.com/shop
25 days ago, Morgan Noone
Yearbook Orders Due
๐ŸŽญโœจ Itโ€™s Showtime, Goochland! โœจ๐ŸŽถ

Donโ€™t miss Goochland Middle Schoolโ€™s production of Bye Bye Birdie โ€” a high-energy, crowd-pleasing musical full of laughs, music, and unforgettable performances by our talented GMS students!

๐Ÿ“ Location: GMS Auditorium
๐Ÿ“… Show Dates & Times:
โ€ข Friday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 PM
โ€ข Saturday, Feb. 14 at 7:00 PM
โ€ข Sunday, Feb. 15 at 2:00 PM

๐ŸŽŸ Tickets:
โ€ข $10 Students
โ€ข $15 Adults

Purchase tickets here:
๐Ÿ‘‰ https://gofan.co/app/school/VA85152

Come support our amazing cast and crew and enjoy a fantastic night (or afternoon!) of live theater. ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽฌ
26 days ago, Morgan Noone
Bye Bye Birdie
๐Ÿšจ Next Thursday โ€” you wonโ€™t want to miss this! ๐Ÿšจ

โœจ Future Forward Fest โœจ
๐Ÿ“… Thursday, February 19
๐Ÿ•  5:30โ€“7:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ GCPS Secondary Complex

Join us for a fun-filled family evening featuring food trucks, amazing student projects, hands-on activities, and lots of GCPS pride! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿš€

Come see innovation in action and celebrate the bright future ahead for our learners. Bring the whole family and make it a night to remember!
27 days ago, Morgan Noone
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