🩺 The value of work, learning, and opportunity through Work-Based Learning.🩺 This summer, two Goochland High School students took important steps toward exploring the healthcare industry through Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences.
Kendra, a junior, completed an Externship with Phoenix Physical Therapy in Goochland. This WBL experience provided her with the opportunity to see firsthand the vital role physical therapists play in helping patients recover, regain mobility, and improve their quality of life. Genevieve, a junior at GHS, completed several Job Shadowing experiences at an area hospital, gaining valuable exposure to the medical profession while exploring a future career as a physician.
For both students, these summer WBL experiences provided more than career exploration. They offered an opportunity to observe professionals in action, better understand workplace expectations, and connect their classroom experiences with authentic WBL experiences in the medical field. Both students said the opportunity solidified their desire to enter the medical field.
We are proud to celebrate our students who are already taking meaningful steps toward their future and business partners who help make those opportunities possible.
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Once the cuts were made, they put their hammer technique to the test to join their pieces together and bring their projects to life. High five to these students for keeping safety as the top priority while building awesome work! 🥽🪵🔨 #toGether
This past Labor Day provided an opportunity to recognize the contributions of America’s workforce, and at Goochland High School, our students are already taking meaningful steps toward becoming part of it.
Two GHS seniors, Chase and Landen, spent their summer completing a Work-Based Learning (WBL) internship with Strickland MFG in Goochland. Through hands-on experience alongside industry professionals, including alumni of GHS, these Bulldogs gained a firsthand understanding of the skills, responsibility, teamwork, and professionalism required at America’s largest supplier of attachments for earth-moving, demolition & recycling equipment.
GHS and GCPS educators had the opportunity to visit the workplace and get a firsthand look at a typical day for our student interns, seeing the powerful connection between Mr. Matthew Gill’s classroom instruction, industry expectations, and authentic workplace experience. Way to go, Bulldogs!
As we transition from summer into a new school year, we are proud to celebrate our students, our Career and Technical Education educators, and the business partners who invest in preparing the next generation of Virginia’s workforce.
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Our Cadets have earned the prestigious distinction of being named a Marine Corps JROTC Naval Honor School—placing them in the top 20% of all MCJROTC units nationwide and making them one of only THREE programs in Region 8 to receive this honor!
This national recognition is a testament to the hard work of our Cadets and the incredible leadership of Senior Marine Instructor LtCol Kevin Williams (USMC, Ret.), SgtMaj Kluge (USMC, Ret.), and former instructor SSgt Strong (USMC, Ret.). Together, they’ve built a tradition of excellence, discipline, and selfless service that connects and inspires our entire community.
Help us celebrate this milestone—drop a message of congratulations for our Cadets and instructors in the comments below! 👇 Goochland proud! 👏
These individuals are great representatives of our school and exemplify what it means to be a student-athlete. Congratulations, Jack and Meredith - thank YOU for representing our Bulldog Family!
Ms. Reahard’s Psychology students brought their learning to life yesterday as they explored neurons, axons, and how the brain communicates! Students created their own models using sweet treats, while Ms. Reahard used students to build a visual representation of how neurons work.
Hands-on learning making complex concepts stick! 🐾
Mr. Kempf and Mr. Krupp’s Government classes welcomed Goochland County Registrar Ryan Mulligan for a hands-on look at the voting process! Students learned how to register to vote, explored how elections are conducted, and even practiced casting a ballot.
A great opportunity for our Bulldogs to see civic engagement in action! 🐾🗳️
Brighten up your porch for autumn and support our students! 🍂✨ The Goochland FFA Fall Mum Sale is happening soon:
📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Goochland High School
Pricing & Details:
- 8-inch Mums in a variety of vibrant fall colors 💛🧡❤️💜
- $12 each or 2 for $20
Come early to get the best pick of colors and help support Goochland High School's FFA program! See you there! 🌼🌱
Great to see our Bulldogs taking ownership of their learning and getting prepared for success! 🐾📐
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All are welcome to attend.
GHS JV and Varsity Girls' Volleyball took on Freeman tonight at home.
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As you make plans for vacations, appointments, and family trips during the 2026–2027 school year, be sure to keep our school calendar in mind!
We’ve put together this Vacation Planner highlighting long weekends, school breaks, student holidays, and other important dates to make planning a little easier. 🏖️🧳
Save this post for future reference and plan ahead so our Bulldogs can make the most of every instructional day! ❤️💛
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