This week, our fifth grade students are “sampling” great reads at Mrs. Smith’s Starbooks Café! 📚✨
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! ☕📖
✨ Spirit Night at Bella’s – Support GES! ✨
Join us at Bella’s before or after Reading Night at GES (6–7 PM) and help support our school! 📚🍕
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!
Let’s pack Bella’s and show our school spirit! 🎉
Join us at Bella’s before or after Reading Night at GES (6–7 PM) and help support our school! 📚🍕
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!
Let’s pack Bella’s and show our school spirit! 🎉
🚌 We’re Hiring Bus Drivers! 🚌
Looking for a rewarding job with a flexible schedule and the chance to make a difference every day? Join our team!
✅ Paid training
✅ We’ll cover the cost of your CDL
✅ Great hours for parents and retirees
✅ Be a friendly face our students count on
No experience? No problem — we’ll train you from start to finish.
📞 Call 804-556-5361 to learn more
🔗 Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/glnd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
Come drive with us and help keep our students safe! 💛
Looking for a rewarding job with a flexible schedule and the chance to make a difference every day? Join our team!
✅ Paid training
✅ We’ll cover the cost of your CDL
✅ Great hours for parents and retirees
✅ Be a friendly face our students count on
No experience? No problem — we’ll train you from start to finish.
📞 Call 804-556-5361 to learn more
🔗 Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/glnd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation
Come drive with us and help keep our students safe! 💛
Stronger Together: GCPS Wellness Night Fun Run/Walk!
Join us Wednesday, April 8th from 5:00–7:00 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, there’s something for everyone!
We can’t wait to see our GCPS community there! 💙
Join us Wednesday, April 8th from 5:00–7:00 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, there’s something for everyone!
We can’t wait to see our GCPS community there! 💙
📣 Calling all future kindergarten families!
If your child will start kindergarten in 2026–2027, mark your calendars:
🗓 April 6 – Online registration opens
🗓 April 9 – In-person screening at your child’s home elementary school
✅ Children must be 5 years old by September 30, 2026 to enroll.
If your child will start kindergarten in 2026–2027, mark your calendars:
🗓 April 6 – Online registration opens
🗓 April 9 – In-person screening at your child’s home elementary school
✅ Children must be 5 years old by September 30, 2026 to enroll.
🏀📚 GES March Madness: Tournament of Books Family Reading Night! 📚🏀
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 School’s March Madness: Tournament of Books Family Reading Night on:
🗓 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
Families will have the chance to:
🏀 Travel from classroom to classroom to explore our “Elite Eight” books
📖 Check out creative student projects and activities
📊 Pick up a bracket and predict the winning book
🎟 Enter to win one of THREE Reading Raffle Baskets
🎉 Spirit Days to celebrate the week:
🧦 Monday, March 2 – Crazy Sock Day
🏀 Thursday, March 5 – 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 can’t wait to see you there! 💙
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 School’s March Madness: Tournament of Books Family Reading Night on:
🗓 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
Families will have the chance to:
🏀 Travel from classroom to classroom to explore our “Elite Eight” books
📖 Check out creative student projects and activities
📊 Pick up a bracket and predict the winning book
🎟 Enter to win one of THREE Reading Raffle Baskets
🎉 Spirit Days to celebrate the week:
🧦 Monday, March 2 – Crazy Sock Day
🏀 Thursday, March 5 – 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 can’t wait to see you there! 💙
We can’t wait to see those smiling faces🙂
Schools are operating on a normal schedule today, Monday, Feb. 23. Stay warm and see you soon!
Schools are operating on a normal schedule today, Monday, Feb. 23. Stay warm and see you soon!
We see the snow falling! ❄️ 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!
📸 Picture Day is Coming! 🌷
Mark your calendars! All students will have their Spring Pictures and Class Pictures taken on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Here’s what families need to know:
➡️ Class Pictures – $13.00
• Please send payment in on Picture Day (2/25/26).
➡️ Spring Individual Pictures
• No money is needed on Picture Day!
• A proof or portrait package will be sent home with ordering information after pictures are taken.
We can’t wait to capture these special memories! 😊
Mark your calendars! All students will have their Spring Pictures and Class Pictures taken on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Here’s what families need to know:
➡️ Class Pictures – $13.00
• Please send payment in on Picture Day (2/25/26).
➡️ Spring Individual Pictures
• No money is needed on Picture Day!
• A proof or portrait package will be sent home with ordering information after pictures are taken.
We can’t wait to capture these special memories! 😊
🏡 Calling Our Community!
If you know a family with a child entering kindergarten, please share this reminder:
🖥 Online Kindergarten Registration opens April 6
🏫 In-Person Screening: Thursday, April 9
📌 Child must be 5 years old by September 30 of the upcoming school year.
🔗 Registration info: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/registration
If you know a family with a child entering kindergarten, please share this reminder:
🖥 Online Kindergarten Registration opens April 6
🏫 In-Person Screening: Thursday, April 9
📌 Child must be 5 years old by September 30 of the upcoming school year.
🔗 Registration info: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/registration
🚀 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 — from coding and robotics to student media, design, and artificial intelligence.
📅 Date: February 19
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m. (Setup begins at 5:00)
📍 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.
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 — from coding and robotics to student media, design, and artificial intelligence.
📅 Date: February 19
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m. (Setup begins at 5:00)
📍 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.
Kindness is a team sport at Randolph Elementary! 🏆✨
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! 💚💛
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! 💚💛
🎥 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.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 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!
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.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 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!
It's School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—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. ❤
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—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. ❤
✨ Yearbook time! ✨
Have you ordered yours yet? Don’t miss out on this year’s memories.
https://goochlandelementarypta.givebacks.com/shop
Have you ordered yours yet? Don’t miss out on this year’s memories.
https://goochlandelementarypta.givebacks.com/shop
🎭✨ It’s Showtime, Goochland! ✨🎶
Don’t miss Goochland Middle School’s production of Bye Bye Birdie — a high-energy, crowd-pleasing musical full of laughs, music, and unforgettable performances by our talented GMS students!
📍 Location: GMS Auditorium
📅 Show Dates & Times:
• Friday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, Feb. 14 at 7:00 PM
• Sunday, Feb. 15 at 2:00 PM
🎟 Tickets:
• $10 Students
• $15 Adults
Purchase tickets here:
👉 https://gofan.co/app/school/VA85152
Come support our amazing cast and crew and enjoy a fantastic night (or afternoon!) of live theater. 🎤🎬
Don’t miss Goochland Middle School’s production of Bye Bye Birdie — a high-energy, crowd-pleasing musical full of laughs, music, and unforgettable performances by our talented GMS students!
📍 Location: GMS Auditorium
📅 Show Dates & Times:
• Friday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, Feb. 14 at 7:00 PM
• Sunday, Feb. 15 at 2:00 PM
🎟 Tickets:
• $10 Students
• $15 Adults
Purchase tickets here:
👉 https://gofan.co/app/school/VA85152
Come support our amazing cast and crew and enjoy a fantastic night (or afternoon!) of live theater. 🎤🎬
🚨 Next Thursday — you won’t want to miss this! 🚨
✨ Future Forward Fest ✨
📅 Thursday, February 19
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 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! 🎉🚀
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!
✨ Future Forward Fest ✨
📅 Thursday, February 19
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 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! 🎉🚀
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!
❄️ Calendar Update ❄️
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
The Goochland County School Board will hold its next regular meeting on February 10, 2026 at the Goochland County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
