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!
💥💥Bulldog Recognitions💥💥
Boys and Girls State - Virginia Boys and Girls State are leadership action programs, designed to develop a working knowledge of the structure of government, teaching leadership and communication skills. These young men and women are immersed in an understanding of Local and State government for the Commonwealth of Virginia as they are elected to the roles of a functioning government during the week-long program.
Goochland Post 215 - American Legion 2025 selections to attend Boys State are: William Dreyer, Jed Fowler, Sam Farkas, Isaac Schelin, and Rafe Smith
Girls State - American Legion Auxiliary: Sophia Weller and alternates include McKena Allen and Lilah Usry
Class of 2025 College Acceptances - Attention seniors! We would love to acknowledge your college acceptances as you have gotten in. Please fill out this form. You must be logged in to your GLND email to access to submit. Please let us know so we can recognize YOU for your accomplishments! Be sure to contact your counselor with any questions. HERE is a map of where our seniors have been accepted so far.
CTE Signing Day - The following seniors were recognized last week at our CTE Signing Day for enlisting in the military, planning to attend a trade school, an apprenticeship, or go into the workforce in a CTE field after high school: Stephen Bumgarner, Daylyn Carter, Summer Gibson, Camryn Hardy, Jayden Hart, Philip Hughes, Sydney Jones, Jayden Laing, Caroline Mann, Malachi Montgomery, Lily Belle Nuckols, Reid Payne, Cherokee Shanks, Slayde Sonnier, Maria Tolentino, and Garrett Ware.
Prom Court - Congratulations to the 2025 prom court: Arabia Aaron, Kaiah Cardani, Katalina Hernandez, Aubrey Noe, Jackson Beam, Tyler Black, Mark Corral, Eddie Medina. Voting for King and Queen is in Canvas. The winners will be announced at prom.
Student-Athletes of the Month - We are excited to announce our April student-athletes who excel at balancing academics and athletics while displaying leadership and hard work. April’s winners are Alison Croker and Owen Gordon. Alison is a senior leader of the softball team. Owen is a senior who played football in the fall and is one of the leading scorers for the boys lacrosse team. Alison and Owen are taking a rigorous course load while upholding high standards on and off the field. These individuals are great school representatives and exemplify what it means to be a student-athlete. Congratulations, Alison and Owen - thank YOU for representing our Bulldog Family!
Teacher Appreciation Week “THANK YOU’s” from the Bulldog Family - I cannot thank you enough for our partnership! Please see below:
All Night Graduation Committee (Michele Brooks)
Athletic Boosters (Steve Rosen)
Band Boosters (Lauri Brewer)
Bella Sicilia
Beyond Nails & Spa
Chick-Fil-a
China King
Coopers Hawk
Courthouse Market
Decem Design Build
GHS PTSA (Deanna Allen, Charlene Bryce, Peggy Finck, Jessica Ganyuma, Liza Hill, Kelly Kemp, Shannon LaSpina, Samantha McMillan, Nicole Melton, Kristi Reid, Stacy Seltzer, Erin Slemp, Misty Stuck, and Krissy Watson)
Goochland Pharmacy
Goochland Restaurant
Tweed
Wawa
A huge thank you to all those who supported and contributed to our Teacher Appreciation Week festivities! Our teachers were overjoyed with your generosity and all of the great food and treats. Whether you sent an item or made a monetary contribution, rest assured that it was greatly appreciated. The GHS PTSA Board and I would like to offer sincere thanks and appreciation for your kindness and support. You are all one of the many reasons we can recruit and retain exceptional teachers. Thank you!
THIS WEEK at GHS
Nurses’ Appreciation Week - Please join me in celebrating Nurses' Appreciation Week by thanking Nurse Griffith (lgriffith@glnd.k12.va.us) for all that she does to support our students, staff, and community. She has simply been fantastic this year and has done a fabulous job of keeping us all safe and well. We are lucky to have her on our team, and we are grateful to benefit from her expertise and care!
Spring Testing Calendar - Please refer to the GHS Spring 2025 Testing Calendar for end-of-the-year testing information and upcoming events. This year, we plan to hold two asynchronous days (May 12th and 19th) 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.
Highlights for THIS week:
Monday = AP Testing (Biology and Microeconomics)
Tuesday = AP Testing (Chemistry, Human Geography, and Government)
Wednesday = AP Testing (Literature and Computer Science A)
Student-Athlete Commitment Day at 1:45 pm (Contact Mr. Fowler for details - jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us)
Trevor Olive (Football), Kyndall Shapiro (Softball), and Ellie Toney (Softball)
Thursday = AP Testing (Statistics)
Fine Arts Commitment Day at 1:45 pm (Contact Mr. Fowler for details - jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us)
Ashlyn Mackey (Dance), Lyd Mallory (Arts), and Kaelyn Roy (Theatre)
Friday = AP Testing (US History and Macroeconomics)
Prom Spirit Week Days - Please join the Bulldog Family with our Prom Spirit Week dress-up days during the week of May 5th - 9th:
Monday = Soccer Mom vs. BBQ Dad
Tuesday = Twin Tuesday
Wednesday = Pink Out
Thursday = Formal Day
Friday = Rhyme without Reason (pair up as rhymes with nothing in common, ex: ballerina and John Cena, rock star and race car, etc.)
ACA Graduation Regalia - ACA graduation regalia is now available for purchase through the Reynolds bookstore. Students should order the Associate Set, which will include a cap, gown, tassel, and associate stole, before the shipping deadline of Monday, May 5th. The ACA stole can also be worn for all Goochland High School graduation events with your GHS graduation regalia. Visit the Reynolds graduation site for more detailed information about Reynold's graduation celebrations and events! As ACA graduates, you are eligible to take part in all of it. The only thing that we ask you DO NOT do is pick up your "marching card." We will hand these out to all ACA students on Tuesday, May 13th, before the ceremony, when we gather for our group picture. ACA students should not pick up these cards individually.
Final ANG Parent Meeting - The final ANG parent meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 6th at 6:30 pm in the GHS cafeteria.
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 Tuesday, May 6th, to be eligible to run. Students who have submitted their application will be notified of their eligibility to run by Friday, May 9th, and can campaign from May 12th - 16th. All students will vote during Bulldog Block on Tuesday, May 20th. The winners will be announced on Wednesday, May 21st, and will meet with Mrs. Tate on Tuesday, May 27. Please contact Mrs. Tate (rtate@glnd.k12.va.us) or stop by room E163 with any questions.
Prom 2025: Once Upon a Time - The Junior Class of Goochland High School is proud to announce the prom of 2025! Our theme is “Once Upon a Time,” featuring fairytale vibes and a variety of stories you know and love. Prom will be held on Saturday, May 10th, from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the Adams International School. Come out in your glass slippers for a fairytale night to remember! Tickets must be purchased online via GoFan - your student ID is your access code. Ticket prices this year will be $15 for Seniors, $30 for Juniors, and $40 for non-GHS or underclassmen guests. All non-GHS guests must have a permission form on file by May 1st to attend. Forms can be printed or picked up in the front office. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Boehm (mboehm@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. Fowler (jfowler@glnd.k12.va.us) if you have any questions or need more information.
THIS MONTH at GHS
Asynchronous School Days - Monday, May 12th, and Monday, May 19th are SOL days. GHS will function on an asynchronous schedule for students not taking an SOL. Students in English 11, Biology, and those taking the AP Calculus exam will report to school on May 12th for their tests. All freshmen in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 are required to take the Math SOL. They will report to school for their SOL on May 19th. Again, students not taking an SOL on those specific days should work asynchronously from home. If you have specific testing questions, please contact Dr. Rainbolt (srainbolt@glnd.k12.va.us).
GHS Spring Dance Recital - The GHS Dance Department will be hosting the Spring Dance Recital and Senior Solos on Wednesday, May 14th at 6:30 pm in the High School Auditorium. This is FREE to attend. Come out and support the GHS Dancers and enjoy a nice of various styles of dance including tap, modern, jazz, musical theater, and hip hop.
GCPS Wellness Night - GCPS is hosting the Stronger Together Fun Run for our Goochland Community on Wednesday, May 14th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm (Gates open at 5:00 PM, Fun Run begins at 5:30 PM) at the GHS stadium. The purpose of the event is to promote health and wellness among students, families, and staff. We'll have food trucks, games, bouncy houses, and door prizes. We'll also have various community organizations there to help connect families with resources. Participants will also be able to participate in a "fun run" with colored chalk. Come out and join the GCPS mental health team, participate in games, and enjoy a free night of family fun! This event will be fun for all ages. Please contact Ashley Lawson (alawson@glnd.k12.va.us) or Melissa Mariner (mmariner@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions.
Senior Send-Off Week - Please join the Bulldog Family with our Senior Send-off Spirit Week dress-up days during the week of May 15th - 16th and May 20th - 22nd:
This is for all students to show their school spirit and support our seniors for their last week(s) of fun at GHS!
Thursday, May 15th - Life Stages - Seniors dress as senior citizens, juniors dress as adults, sophomores dress as elementary schoolers, and freshmen dress as toddlers!
Friday, May 16th - College Day - Show off your favorite college swag!
Tuesday, May 20th - Job Day - Show off your future plans by dressing as your future career
Wednesday, May 21st - Black v. Colorful - Seniors wear black and underclassmen dress colorfully! Our seniors are mourning the end of their high school era!
Thursday, May 22nd - Anything but a Backpack - Must be school-appropriate and not be gasoline-powered or noisy! *No pets or younger siblings!
Miss Goochland Pageant 2025 - The annual Miss Goochland Pageant will be held on Friday, May 16th at 6:00 pm in the GHS Auditorium. Anyone interested in participating in the pageant should fill out the registration form found HERE. Registration and entry fees are due by Thursday, May 15th, at rehearsal. Fees can be paid by cash or checks made out to Goochland High School.
MCJROTC Awards Ceremony - The annual MCJROTC Awards Ceremony is on Friday, May 22nd at 5:00 pm in the GHS gym. Cadets should report at 4:30 pm in uniform. Second-year Cadets and up should wear the Service Uniform. First-year Cadets should wear Cammies/polos. Parents are encouraged to attend and celebrate the Cadets' hard work this year.
GHS Cheerleading Fall 2025 Sideline Tryouts - Cheerleading tryouts for the fall sideline season will be Tuesday, May 27th - Thursday, May 29th. Rising 8th - 12th graders are eligible to try out. We will meet in the GHS Cafeteria each day when the bell rings, and you should be dressed and ready by 3:50 pm to start. Please visit HERE for tryout information and forms/applications that will need to be completed before tryouts. Please message Coach Madison Jackson through Canvas or email mjackson@glnd.k12.va.us with any questions!
REMINDERS
Anticipated Yearbook Arrival—The 24-25 GHS Yearbook is currently in production and should ship in the middle of May. We anticipate arrival sometime in the last two weeks of May. If you are currently on the waitlist, you will receive an email from Mrs. Mistler (kmistler@glnd.k12.va.us) to the email you provided once we have the yearbooks in hand and know how many extras we have to sell. Please look out for updates on Canvas and the Bulldog Bulletin in the coming weeks!
ATTENTION RISING 12TH GRADERS & PARENTS! - The State of Virginia requires all students going into the 12th grade to receive the Meningococcal vaccine. Please make sure to submit proof of vaccination to me before the start of the 25-26 school year. I’ve attached this link with additional information from the Department of Health. Please let me know if you have any questions (lgriffith@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 2025-26 schedule. This includes all ACA students. Summer dual enrollment course fees are due in May, but the fees for the 2025-26 school year are not due until Friday, August 1st. Families who are interested in spreading their payments out can begin to do so now by making partial payments. 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 ("Pay Obligation" is found in the menu when accessing OSP on your phone). Please reach out to Dr. Fowler (bfowler@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions regarding payment or to request an application for financial assistance.
Electronic Distribution of Flyers - Throughout the 24.25 school year, please visit this website for upcoming events or activities throughout the Goochland community.
Summer School - For more detailed information about summer school options, please go to the Summer Programming Website.
PTSA Updates - All GHS parents and students are welcome to attend GHS PTSA meetings, which take place at GHS on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:15 pm. We will have some Board openings for SY 25-26. The outgoing Board members will be available to train and support you. It is not a time-intensive role. The GHS PTSA’s main programs are recruiting for membership in the Fall, Teacher Appreciation Week, and two fun events for students. This year, we distributed popcorn during lunch in the fall, and we plan to have music, games, and Italian Ice during lunch in the spring. Please email us at goochlandhsptsa@gmail.com if you are interested!
Senior Class of 2025
All-Night Graduation - The annual “Senior Walk” in the Goochland Day Parade will be on Saturday, May 17th. It is a nice tradition where the seniors walk in the parade for that proud moment of graduating. All participating seniors will meet at the front GHS parking lot by 8:00 am for the shuttles. ANG parents will have breakfast for the Seniors on the courthouse green. The lineup for the parade is at 9:30 am. If it does not rain the day of the parade, please where your cap and gown. Regular clothes underneath. If it does rain, do not wear your cap and gown, but something that represents your school colors. We will have a banner for Seniors to hold, and the parade starts at 10:00 am. Once the parade is complete, Seniors may enjoy the festivities or head out. Seniors will also earn tickets to the Senior Sunset event.
The Class of ‘25 Baccalaureate will be held on Sunday, May 18th, at 3:00 pm in the GHS auditorium. Seniors are encouraged to attend an inspirational afternoon with music, speakers, and light refreshments afterward. Please wear what you will wear to graduation under the gowns, and don’t forget your caps. Seniors can earn tickets for attending, which can go towards Senior Sunset raffle prizes.
The tradition of our “Senior Walks” through our elementary schools will be on Friday, May 23rd. The school and time are as follows: RES at 9:00 am, GES at 10:00 am, and BES at 11:00 am. Those who attend will earn tickets for the Senior Sunset event.
All seniors - please fill out the form HERE! The deadline to complete this form is Friday, May 23rd.
Be sure to mark your calendars now for the “Senior Sunset” on Friday, May 30th, from 6:00 - 10:00 pm in the GHS softball field. We will do different activities, games, food, pictures, and raffle prizes! Please make plans to attend!
Please follow ANG on Facebook, “Goochland All Night Graduation 2025.” If you have any questions or want to join ANG, please email them at GoochlandANG@gmail.com.
Scholarships - A lot of new scholarships have been added to the GHS Class of 2025 Scholarships sheet. Please contact Ms. McMullin (mmcmullin@glnd.k12.va.us) if you have any questions!
Reynolds' Graduation Ceremony (including ACA students) - The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 13th at 2:00 pm at the Stuart C. Siegel Center (1200 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23284). Be sure to mark your calendars now and tell all your friends and family! Seating will not be limited for this event, so there is room for them all!
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 22nd at 9:30 AM. The final opportunity to return items is before graduation practice on Saturday, May 31st 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 21st. 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, May 27th, 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 workforce. 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. McMullin at mmcmulln@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. McMullin.
Graduation - We are excited to announce that we will hold our Class of 2025 graduation services on Saturday, May 31st, at Goochland High School at 7:30 pm (rain date: Sunday, June 1st, at 7:30 pm). HERE is the message shared with senior families a few weeks ago. Feel free to contact Ms. Reahard (treahard@glnd.k12.va.us) with any questions.