Check out this week's updates, information, and upcoming events at Goochland High School. The Bulldog Bulletin is your weekly look into the great things happening at GHS. Go Bulldogs!
💥💥💥Staff Recognitions💥💥💥
At the annual GCPS Celebration of Excellence, our Bulldog Family recognized the following staff members as they will be retiring at the end of the school year:
Ms. Liz Alford (Science Teacher) - ealford@glnd.k12.va.us
Ms. Anteal Gargiulo (Special Education Teacher) - agargiulo@glnd.k12.va.us
Mr. Tim Greenway (CTE Teacher) - tgreenway@glnd.k12.va.us
Mr. Earl Turner (Instructional Assistant) - eturner@glnd.k12.va.us
Their years of service to our students are remarkable and we could not be more thankful! They will certainly be missed and we wish them nothing but the best during retirement!
THIS WEEK at GHS
End-of-Year Events
Monday, May 13th - AP Testing = Calculus AB in the morning / Calculus BC in the afternoon
Asynchronous Day for all students except those taking the Reading and Science SOL
Tuesday, May 14th - AP Testing = English Lang in the morning
ACA Graduation at 2:00 pm at the Siegel Center
Senior Project presentations
Remediation for the Reading and Science SOL
Theatre Arts Showcase in the auditorium at 6:30 pm
Wednesday, May 15th - Senior Spirit Day = Dress like an elementary schooler
AP Testing = Computer Sci. Principles in the morning
Senior Project presentations
Remediation for the Reading and Science SOL
Golf interest meeting in the cafeteria during Bulldog block
Spring Dance Recital/Senior Showcase in the auditorium at 6:30 pm
Thursday, May 16th - Senior Spirit Day = Future Day Theme
AP Testing = Biology in the afternoon
Senior Exams = Day 2/ Block 1 and Day 2 / Block 3
Senior Project presentations
Expedited retakes for the Reading and Science SOL
Fine Arts College Commitment Day at 1:45 pm in the auditorium (Contact Mr. Fowler for details - jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us)
Friday, May 17th - Senior Spirit Day = Senior Citizen Day
AP Testing = Physics I in the morning
Senior Exams = Day 1 / Block 2 and Day 1 / Block 4
Saturday, May 18th - Goochland Day!
Asynchronous School Days - GHS will have an asynchronous learning day on Monday, May 13th. Only students taking a Reading 11 SOL or Science SOL are required to come to school on this day. All other students will remain home and work on existing assignments for their Day 1 classes. If you would like your student to leave GHS after their SOL, please email our front office staff (bulldogs@glnd.k12.va.us).
SOL Testing Reminder - Students: If you are taking any of the SOL tests on Monday, May 13th, or a retake throughout the week, please make sure that you bring both a fully charged laptop and your computer charger to school. The Learning Commons does not have enough loaner laptops or chargers to meet everyone's needs, so please don't forget to grab both before leaving the house. Good luck!
SCA and Class Applications - Students, are you interested in being a leader next year and representing your class and school? If so, please consider applying for Student Council Advisory. Positions include President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer for each grade and the entire student body (rising 11th & 12th graders). Responsibilities include attending monthly meetings and helping plan fun events for the student body, such as Homecoming, and Spirit Weeks. Applications are due by Monday, May 13th to be eligible to run. Students who have submitted their application will be notified of their eligibility to run by Friday, May 17th, and can campaign from May 20th - 24th. All students will vote during Bulldog Block on Tuesday, May 28th. The winners will be announced on Wednesday, May 29th. Please contact Mrs. Tate (rtate@glnd.k12.va.us) or stop in room E163 with any questions.
Financial Aid Help - Do you need help filling out or making corrections to the FAFSA? Do you need someone to help explain your Financial Aid Award Letter? Do you still need to know what scholarships are out there? If so, please join Ms. Bradley, our GRASP Advisor, for a virtual pop-in on Monday, May 13th from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM. This is an asynchronous day for our students who aren’t taking an SOL. To join the meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/wod-neuq-hqg. Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 208-606-0572 and enter this PIN: 131 556 176#
All Night Graduation - Our next meeting will be held at Mi Jalisco on Monday, May 13th at 6:30 pm. We will be discussing the end-of-the-year celebration for our seniors. On Saturday, May 18th, seniors will walk in the Goochland Day Parade. Seniors will need to arrive in the GHS parking lot at 8:00 am. We will be bussed over to River Road Cottage to enjoy breakfast! Thank you to River Road Cottage for hosting our Seniors again this year! Our lineup spot will be on the Courthouse lawn at 9:45 am and the parade will start at 10:00 am. We hope that you will join this fun activity! This is your last opportunity to earn tickets for your Senior Sunset raffles!
Senior Project Presentations - Attention, Seniors! Senior project presentations are scheduled for May 14 - 16th. Please review the presentation rubric and sample presentations posted in Canvas to ensure the presentation materials you're crafting meet expectations. You will also be shown the presentation schedule in your government class over the next week and asked to sign off in acknowledgment of your time. If you are scheduled during early release, you MUST present at your designated time. Schedule change requests will NOT be accommodated. Your hours, logged on a timesheet, are due to the teacher watching your presentation at the time you present. Please contact Mr. Cutro (kcutro@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions!
GHS Golf - There will be an interest meeting in the cafeteria on Wednesday, May 15th for any students interested in playing golf next fall. If you have any questions, please email Coach Michael Klemiuk (mklemiuk@glnd.k12.va.us.)
Dual Enrollment Fees - Dual enrollment course fees have been assigned as an obligation in OSP for any student who has requested a Reynolds Community College class in their 2024-25 schedule. This includes all ACA students. The fees for summer courses are due no later than Wednesday, May 15th, while the fees for the 2024-25 school year are not due until Thursday, August 1st. As a reminder, the fees can be tricky to find! You will locate them by clicking on "Pay Obligation" in the blue bar at the top of the OSP screen.
Please reach out to Dr. Fowler (bfowler@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions regarding payment or to request an application for financial assistance.
Senior Send-Off Week - Please join the Bulldog Family with our Prom Spirit Week dress-up days during the week of May 15th - 17th and May 21st - 23rd:
This is for all students to show their school spirit and support our seniors for their last week(s) of fun at GHS!
Wednesday, May 15th - First Day of School - Dress like elementary schoolers to remember the "old days."
Thursday, May 16th - Future Day - Show off your future plans by dressing as your future career or wearing apparel for your future school or company.
Friday, May 17th - Senior Citizen Day - Dress as yourself in 50+ years!
Tuesday, May 21st - Twin Day - Match with a friend!
Wednesday, May 22nd - White Lies Day - Students write white lies on white tee shirts. Lies should be harmless and school-appropriate, such as "I'm always on time" (if you're known for being late) or "I'm really quiet" (if you're chatty). Students with inappropriate shirts will be given an alternate, school-appropriate shirt.
Thursday, May 23rd - Senior Send-off Day - Underclassmen will dress in black to show we will miss seniors. Seniors wear caps and gowns for a senior walk.
GHS Cheerleading Fall Sideline Tryouts - If you are interested in trying out for the GHS cheerleading team, please see the HERE. A current physical, an application, and parent permission are required to try out which can all be found in the letter. Current 7th-11th graders are eligible to try out. If you have any questions, please email or Canvas message Coach Madison Jackson (mjackson@glnd.k12.va.us.)
Athletics and Activities - Please visit www.GoochlandBulldogs.com for up-to-date schedule information. Many of these events can be streamed live at www.NFHSNetwork.com. Feel free to contact Mr. Joe Fowler (jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us) if you have any questions or need more information.
THIS MONTH at GHS
Asynchronous School Days - GHS will function on an asynchronous schedule on Monday, May 20th. Only students who are required to take the Math SOL will report on Monday, May 20th. If you have specific testing questions, please contact Dr. Rainbolt (srainbolt@glnd.k12.va.us).
Spring Testing Calendar - Please refer to the GHS Spring 2024 Testing Calendar for end-of-the-year testing information and upcoming events. This year, we plan to hold two asynchronous days (May 13th and 20th) to accommodate our staffing needs during SOL testing. Only students who must take an SOL will report on those dates. All other students will work on previously assigned work from home. No one will be required to log into a virtual class on those days. Additionally, all students must take their final exams during the specified testing window. Anyone unable to attend school during the exam window must have a parent contact their administrator. Please contact me (bhahn@glnd.k12.va.us) or Dr. Stacey Rainbolt (srainbolt@glnd.k12.va.us) if you have any questions.
ATTENTION 11th Grade Parents - Are you curious about the meaning of "ANG?” Discover it on Monday, May 20th at 6:00 pm in the GHS cafeteria. The time is nearing for your juniors to become seniors. In this meeting, we will discuss the board positions for the upcoming year. The positions needed include President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and social media board member, along with numerous volunteers. We hope to see you there!
MCJROTC Awards Ceremony - The annual MCJROTC Awards Ceremony is on Friday, May 22nd at 6:00 pm in the GHS gym. Cadets should report at 5:30 pm in uniform. Parents are encouraged to attend and celebrate the Cadets' hard work during this year.
2024-25 Sports Physicals - The athletics department will have multiple doctors perform VHSL physicals on Thursday, May 30th at 3:45 pm. This will cover liability for athletes, including band members, from May 2024 - May 2025. VHSL physicals will need to be completed and turned in to Coach Fowler prior to participating in summer and out-of-season workouts. The cost is $20. Students will need to turn in a completed Tuckahoe Orthopedic form by a parent to be seen by a Tuckahoe Orthopedic doctor. Please contact Coach Fowler (jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us), Coach Gordon (prgordon@glnd.k12.va.us), Coach Krupp (kkrupp@glnd.k12.va.us), or Mr. Sykes (jsykes@glnd.k12.va.us) for more information.
REMINDERS
GCPS Summer School - Goochland offers credit accrual virtual summer courses and there are still spots open in Health/PE 9 (only 2 spots left), English 12, and Government. All courses will be delivered using Apex, a self-paced learning platform. ***Dates: June 11th, 2024-August 2nd, 2024 ***Tuition: Current GCPS Students, $280/course, in-county residents $280/course, out-of-county $499/course ***For more information and dates of the summer classes, and to get the registration form, please go to our Summer Programming website. Registration closes on June 10th, 2024 and there are limited spots available and are filling up quickly. Economics & Personal Finance, Health and PE 10, and Driver’s Education are full.
PTSA Board Members Needed - The PTSA is seeking the support of parents who want to join the PTSA Board for the 2024-2025 school year. It’s a great way to help support our students, staff, and community by providing an exceptional experience here at Goochland High School. If you or someone you know is interested in serving, please contact the GHS PTSA (goochlandhsptsa@gmail.com).
Summer Credit Recovery Information - Be on the lookout in the coming weeks for information about summer courses offered for credit recovery. Courses will be offered based on student needs and availability. Please reach out to your child’s teacher if you are concerned about your child passing a specific course for the year. If you have specific questions, please contact Ms. Hudak (amhudak@glnd.k12.va.us) or Dr. East (ceast@glnd.k12.va.us.)
Vaccines Required for Rising Seniors - Are you the parent of a current 11th grader? If so, your student is required to have at least one dose of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) after the age of 16. These immunizations are provided through your healthcare provider and the Goochland Health Department. Various pharmacies and care centers like Patient First may also provide this vaccine. Your student must provide documentation of this vaccination (or a Religious Exemption form) by the first day of school in August 2024. Students will not be allowed to attend school until documentation is received. If you have any questions, please contact Nurse Griffith at 556-5322 or by email at lgriffith@glnd.k12.va.us.
Virtual VA Summer School Classes - Goochland County Public Schools will be utilizing Virtual Virginia this summer to provide credit accrual course options for high school students that are not offered through GCPS. Courses offered ***Summer Session: June 17-July 26, 2024 ***Registration: March 1-June 18 2024 (Registration Form) ***Tuition: $375 per person, per course ***Who: Virtual Virginia summer school is for credit accrual only, not recovery of failed classes. Students should be motivated and task-driven. Students should plan to spend approximately 4-5 hours per day on a course. Students may take a maximum of 2 courses (8-10 hours per day for two courses).
Senior Class of 2024
All Night Graduation - A heartfelt thank you to all the Seniors and families who participated in the Baccalaureate service last Sunday. It was an afternoon filled with powerful messages and great moments.
***Mark your calendars for the following Senior Events:
Monday, June 3rd - Byrd Elementary seniors and parents are invited to open their 2015-2017 BES time capsules at 6:30 pm. This will take place at Byrd Elementary School. Come and open your capsule to see what you and your family put in it back in 5th grade. This is a wonderful night to reconnect with Byrd families, and some of your favorite teachers and reminisce on your favorite memories!
Thursday, June 6th - The senior class will participate in our annual “Senior Walk” at our GCPS elementary schools. Seniors will need to provide their own transportation. They can attend each school or just the one of their choice! We request that each participating senior wear their cap and gown. If you know of a staff member/retired staff member who meant a lot to your child, please invite them to attend. This is a wonderful day to reunite with teachers, principals, and staff who helped your senior! The school/times are listed below:
Randolph Elementary School at 9:00 am
Goochland Elementary School at 10:00 am
Byrd Elementary School at 11:00 am
Friday, June 7th - Be sure to mark your calendars for our Senior Sunset Event on the GHS softball field. This event will take place from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Please RSVP to ensure you receive an envelope with your name containing your tickets. Dinner will be provided via a food truck, alongside a sweet truck, and Kona Ice on site. This year's event features a variety of exciting activities: axe throwing, a mechanical bull, an obstacle course, cornhole, a dunk tank, 360 photo booth, and a DJ. Additionally, we're thrilled to offer HOT AIR BALLOON TETHERED RIDES. A signed waiver will be required for participation in this activity.
Senior Materials Collection - Seniors will have an opportunity to turn in their GCPS-issued items (laptop, chargers, uniforms, textbooks, library books, etc.) following their senior walk on Thursday, May 23rd at 9:30 AM. The final opportunity to return items is before graduation practice on Saturday, June 8th at 10:00 AM. All items must be returned before receiving tickets for graduation.
Senior Scholarship Breakfast- This year we will be holding a senior scholarship breakfast to present seniors with scholarships on Wednesday, May 29th. Students and parents will be invited to this program via email and will be asked to RSVP. The time of the event will also be included in the email.
Senior Awards Night and Decision Night Reception- Our senior awards night will be on Tuesday, June 4th at 6:00 PM. We encourage ALL seniors to attend this event as we will be celebrating all students with a slideshow presentation and reception to celebrate seniors post-secondary plans for college, trade school, military, apprenticeships or the work-force. Parents of seniors earning an award will be notified by email. We also ask seniors or their parents to submit a picture of their senior with their plans to this document or email Ms. Ferrell at rferrell@glnd.k12.va.us. If a picture is not submitted, senior portraits will be used. If you don’t want your child to appear in the slideshow, please email Ms. Ferrell.
Graduation - We are excited to announce that we will hold our Class of 2024 graduation services on Saturday, June 8th, at Goochland High School at 7:30 pm (rain date: Sunday, June 9th, at 7:30 pm). Additional details will be forthcoming, but rest assured, our graduation committee will work extremely hard to make this another exceptional graduation service, one deserving of an exceptional class. Feel free to contact Ms. Reahard (treahard@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions.