❄️ GCPS Update ❄️
Goochland County Public Schools will remain closed on Monday, February 2, 2026, due to continued below-freezing temperatures and packed snow and ice on some secondary roads. Monday will be a remote learning day for students. Please check your email for more information.
We miss our students and are optimistic that warmer temperatures this week will allow us to safely return to school soon ❤
🦦 This Friday is going to be OTTER-LY awesome! 🎬🍿
PTA Meeting & Family Movie Night
Join the PTA for a quick update on this year’s activities, then settle in for a Family Movie Night featuring the Pixar film Elio!
👨👩👧👦 Please note: this is not a drop-off event—the whole family is invited to enjoy the fun together.
📅 THIS FRIDAY, February 6th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 GES
🎟️ FREE event!
Don’t miss out—bring your family and get ready for an otter-rific night! 🦦✨
PTA Meeting & Family Movie Night
Join the PTA for a quick update on this year’s activities, then settle in for a Family Movie Night featuring the Pixar film Elio!
👨👩👧👦 Please note: this is not a drop-off event—the whole family is invited to enjoy the fun together.
📅 THIS FRIDAY, February 6th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 GES
🎟️ FREE event!
Don’t miss out—bring your family and get ready for an otter-rific night! 🦦✨
📢 Kindergarten Registration Reminder!
Online registration opens Monday, April 6, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
🏫 In-Person Screening: Thursday, April 9
✔️ Children must be 5 years old on or before September 30 of the upcoming school year.
🔗 Register here: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/registration
Please help spread the word! 💙
Online registration opens Monday, April 6, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners!
🏫 In-Person Screening: Thursday, April 9
✔️ Children must be 5 years old on or before September 30 of the upcoming school year.
🔗 Register here: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/registration
Please help spread the word! 💙
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Now’s the perfect time to stock up and rep Goochland Elementary everywhere you go! 🙌✨
Show your Goochland Elementary pride in style! 💙🐾
🛍️ Take 15% off 2 items, 20% off 3 items, or score a huge 25% off 4 items with code SPIRIT766 at checkout.
👕 Shop tees, hoodies, hats, bags, and more!
🚚 FREE shipping on orders of $85+
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Now’s the perfect time to stock up and rep Goochland Elementary everywhere you go! 🙌✨
❄️ Weather Update – Goochland Reads ❄️
Unfortunately, due to winter weather, our culminating Goochland Reads event, St. Slumber Party, scheduled for Thursday, January 29, has been cancelled.
Even though we can’t celebrate together in person, we still want to see our GES students reading The Greatest Gift in their pajamas! 📚🛌
Please share your photos by posting them here or emailing Mrs. Smith at sjsmith@glnd.k12.va.us
Thank you for your flexibility, and keep cozy and reading, GES families! 💙📖
Unfortunately, due to winter weather, our culminating Goochland Reads event, St. Slumber Party, scheduled for Thursday, January 29, has been cancelled.
Even though we can’t celebrate together in person, we still want to see our GES students reading The Greatest Gift in their pajamas! 📚🛌
Please share your photos by posting them here or emailing Mrs. Smith at sjsmith@glnd.k12.va.us
Thank you for your flexibility, and keep cozy and reading, GES families! 💙📖
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Due to continued inclement weather conditions, Goochland County Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 29, and Friday, January 30.
Thank you for your continued support as we prioritize safety. We are hopeful to see our students and staff back next week! ❤
Due to continued inclement weather conditions, Goochland County Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 29, and Friday, January 30.
Thank you for your continued support as we prioritize safety. We are hopeful to see our students and staff back next week! ❤
GCPS Update: Schools will remain closed tomorrow, 1/28. Please check your email for more information.
The school board budget workshop, originally scheduled for tonight, has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. This budget workshop will now be held on February 3rd at 5:30 p.m. at the School Administration Building (2938 River Rd W, Building I). The agenda for the meeting can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
🦦 It’s going to be OTTER-LY amazing! 🎬🍿
PTA Meeting & Family Movie Night
Please join the PTA for a quick splash of updates on this year’s activities, then stay afloat for a Family Movie Night featuring the Pixar film Elio!
⭐ Important: This is not a drop-off event—the whole family is invited to paddle on over together.
📅 February 6th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 GES
🎟️ FREE event!
Bring your family, grab some popcorn, and let’s have an otter-ly unforgettable night! 💙🦦
PTA Meeting & Family Movie Night
Please join the PTA for a quick splash of updates on this year’s activities, then stay afloat for a Family Movie Night featuring the Pixar film Elio!
⭐ Important: This is not a drop-off event—the whole family is invited to paddle on over together.
📅 February 6th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 GES
🎟️ FREE event!
Bring your family, grab some popcorn, and let’s have an otter-ly unforgettable night! 💙🦦
The Goochland County School Board will hold a budget workshop on January 27, 2026 at the County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
All are welcome to attend.
Don’t miss out! Order your GES Yearbook today and capture all the memories from this year.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/GESPTAYearbook
👉 https://tinyurl.com/GESPTAYearbook
🌟 A night of celebration at last Tuesday's School Board meeting! We proudly recognized our Teachers of the Year from each school and announced our District Teacher of the Year.
👏 Congratulations to:
• Michelle Clark – RES
• Kelly Edwards – GES
• Holly Swift – BES
• Molly Voss – GMS
• Ryan Maloney – GHS
🏆 And a special congratulations to Mrs. Kelly Edwards (GES), our District Teacher of the Year!
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who make a difference every day. 🍎✨
👏 Congratulations to:
• Michelle Clark – RES
• Kelly Edwards – GES
• Holly Swift – BES
• Molly Voss – GMS
• Ryan Maloney – GHS
🏆 And a special congratulations to Mrs. Kelly Edwards (GES), our District Teacher of the Year!
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who make a difference every day. 🍎✨
👑 Principal Hahn
We are wrapping up our Principal Appreciation Week series by highlighting our GHS principal, Mr. Brian Hahn. Principal Hahn’s leadership reflects strong school spirit, student pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. This year’s student engagement speaks volumes about the culture he helps foster.
Thank you for leading with passion and heart. 🌟
We are wrapping up our Principal Appreciation Week series by highlighting our GHS principal, Mr. Brian Hahn. Principal Hahn’s leadership reflects strong school spirit, student pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. This year’s student engagement speaks volumes about the culture he helps foster.
Thank you for leading with passion and heart. 🌟
👑 Principal Gordon
Today, we are highlighting Mr. Patrick Gordon, principal of Goochland Middle School. Grounded in relationships and a deep sense of gratitude, Principal Gordon leads with purpose and pride in the school and community that shaped him.
Thank you for giving back and inspiring success every day. 🦅💙
Today, we are highlighting Mr. Patrick Gordon, principal of Goochland Middle School. Grounded in relationships and a deep sense of gratitude, Principal Gordon leads with purpose and pride in the school and community that shaped him.
Thank you for giving back and inspiring success every day. 🦅💙
The Goochland County School Board will hold a budget workshop on January 20, 2026 beginning at 5:30 at the School Administration Building (2938 River Road W, Building I). GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
🏆🎉 National Recognition for Goochland Elementary School 🎉🏆
At Tuesday’s School Board meeting, we proudly recognized the team behind the new Goochland Elementary School, which was named the 2025 CMAA National Project of the Year—the highest honor awarded by the Construction Management Association of America.
This national award reflects the power of collaboration among our school division, county leadership, project partners, and staff, all working together to create an exceptional learning environment for students. Congratulations and thank you to everyone who helped make this award-winning project possible! 👏🏫✨
At Tuesday’s School Board meeting, we proudly recognized the team behind the new Goochland Elementary School, which was named the 2025 CMAA National Project of the Year—the highest honor awarded by the Construction Management Association of America.
This national award reflects the power of collaboration among our school division, county leadership, project partners, and staff, all working together to create an exceptional learning environment for students. Congratulations and thank you to everyone who helped make this award-winning project possible! 👏🏫✨
👑 Principal Burnham
Today, we are spotlighting Mrs. Sarah Burnham with our "Meet the Heart of our Schools" series in honor of Principal Appreciation Week. Principal Burnham leads Randolph Elementary with a deep commitment to relationships, collaboration, and community. Her focus on connection among staff, students, and families helps create a school environment where everyone feels supported. Thank you for the care, leadership, and heart you bring to your school every day. 💛💚
Today, we are spotlighting Mrs. Sarah Burnham with our "Meet the Heart of our Schools" series in honor of Principal Appreciation Week. Principal Burnham leads Randolph Elementary with a deep commitment to relationships, collaboration, and community. Her focus on connection among staff, students, and families helps create a school environment where everyone feels supported. Thank you for the care, leadership, and heart you bring to your school every day. 💛💚
Reminder: School is closed Monday, January 19 for MLK Jr. Day.
Families are welcome to visit the StoryWalk in front of the school throughout January to learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 📖
Families are welcome to visit the StoryWalk in front of the school throughout January to learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 📖
🗓️ Reminder: All schools and offices are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
👑 Principal McCay
In honor of Principal Appreciation Week, we're highlighting one of our amazing principals each day. Today, we are highlighting Mrs. Tina McCay, principal of Goochland Elementary School. With decades of experience and a genuine love for both students and staff, Principal McCay fosters a culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and shared responsibility. Thank you for modeling collaboration and putting students first in everything you do. 🌟
In honor of Principal Appreciation Week, we're highlighting one of our amazing principals each day. Today, we are highlighting Mrs. Tina McCay, principal of Goochland Elementary School. With decades of experience and a genuine love for both students and staff, Principal McCay fosters a culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and shared responsibility. Thank you for modeling collaboration and putting students first in everything you do. 🌟
