The School Board will hold a work session at 3:00 p.m., followed by a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The work session and meeting will be held at the Goochland Annex Building (2938 River Road W, Building I). Agendas for the meeting are located here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=365
Talk about a powerhouse community! 🤝✨ Earlier this week, 22 dedicated volunteers conducted a staggering 265 mock interviews for our Goochland High School students!
We are so grateful to the leaders from our local and state government—including County Administrator Dr. Jeremy Raley and Delegate May Nivar—alongside private sector partners and our own GCPS leadership. These 22 individuals spent their day giving back, providing our students with the invaluable practice and feedback they need to thrive in the professional world.
It’s this kind of "all-in" support that makes our Goochland community so special. Thank you for investing in the future of our Bulldogs! 🐾❤️
Wellness in full color! 🏃♂️💨🎨✨
Last night’s Wellness Night was a blast! Our Goochland families hit the track for the color fun run, tackled the bouncy slide, and enjoyed some delicious eats from the local food trucks.
It was a wonderful evening for our families to connect with incredible community resources and learn more about the support networks available right here in Goochland. 🤝💛
Shoutout to our Sunshine Food Bus for feeding bodies and minds with those free books! 📖🚌 There’s nothing better than seeing our students leave with a smile and a new story to read. It was a beautiful night of movement, connection, and Goochland pride.
Last night’s Wellness Night was a blast! Our Goochland families hit the track for the color fun run, tackled the bouncy slide, and enjoyed some delicious eats from the local food trucks.
It was a wonderful evening for our families to connect with incredible community resources and learn more about the support networks available right here in Goochland. 🤝💛
Shoutout to our Sunshine Food Bus for feeding bodies and minds with those free books! 📖🚌 There’s nothing better than seeing our students leave with a smile and a new story to read. It was a beautiful night of movement, connection, and Goochland pride.
Big cheers for our GHS Unified Kickball team! 🦵⚽️✨
The season is officially underway after an incredible home opener against Western Albemarle. There’s nothing better than seeing our students come together, cheer each other on, and demonstrate what true sportsmanship looks like.
Unified sports remind us that we are at our best when everyone has a place on the team. We are so proud of these athletes for their hard work, their hustle, and the way they represent the Goochland community!
The season is officially underway after an incredible home opener against Western Albemarle. There’s nothing better than seeing our students come together, cheer each other on, and demonstrate what true sportsmanship looks like.
Unified sports remind us that we are at our best when everyone has a place on the team. We are so proud of these athletes for their hard work, their hustle, and the way they represent the Goochland community!
Congratulations to our 2026 Employee of the Year: Mrs. Rosie Holman, Director of Transportation! 🚌✨
From our dedicated bus and car drivers to our expert mechanics and routing specialists, Rosie leads the team that ensures our students start and end their days safely. She was nominated by her GCPS colleagues for her unwavering commitment to our kids and her "above and beyond" heart for service.
We are so lucky to have her leading the way (literally!) in Goochland. Congratulations, Mrs. Holman!
From our dedicated bus and car drivers to our expert mechanics and routing specialists, Rosie leads the team that ensures our students start and end their days safely. She was nominated by her GCPS colleagues for her unwavering commitment to our kids and her "above and beyond" heart for service.
We are so lucky to have her leading the way (literally!) in Goochland. Congratulations, Mrs. Holman!
Don't forget! GCPS Wellness Night – Stronger Together Fun Run/Walk is happening NEXT Wednesday, April 8th from 5:00–7:00 PM (gates open at 5:00 PM, run/walk begins at 5:30 PM) at the Goochland High School Football Stadium.
This event is designed to promote health and wellness among our students, families, and staff across Goochland County Public Schools. There will be delicious food trucks, games, bouncy houses, door prizes, and an opportunity to participate in a fun run/walk featuring colorful chalk along the course. We'll see you there! #ToGether
This event is designed to promote health and wellness among our students, families, and staff across Goochland County Public Schools. There will be delicious food trucks, games, bouncy houses, door prizes, and an opportunity to participate in a fun run/walk featuring colorful chalk along the course. We'll see you there! #ToGether
Setting the standard for excellence! 🎼✨
Big news from the stage: The Goochland Middle School and Goochland High School Bands have officially earned Superior ratings at assessment! This achievement cements a historic "first" for GCPS, as both GMS and GHS have now reached VMEA Blue Ribbon status in the same year.
This level of success doesn't happen by accident. It’s the result of tireless work from our student musicians and the incredible mentorship of our directors. We want to give a special shout-out to Mr. Jay Sykes (GMS) and Mr. Jacob Gittleman (GHS) for their commitment to our students and for fostering a love of music that unites our schools.
The "Blue Ribbon" distinction requires excellence across the board, and we are so proud of the collaboration between our band and choral departments. It is the combined dedication of Mr. Sykes, Mr. Gittleman, and Ms. Erinne Smitherman that has led us to this prestigious milestone! Goochland is officially a "Blue Ribbon" community! Please join us in celebrating our directors and our dedicated musicians for this historic achievement! 🎷🎤🏆
Big news from the stage: The Goochland Middle School and Goochland High School Bands have officially earned Superior ratings at assessment! This achievement cements a historic "first" for GCPS, as both GMS and GHS have now reached VMEA Blue Ribbon status in the same year.
This level of success doesn't happen by accident. It’s the result of tireless work from our student musicians and the incredible mentorship of our directors. We want to give a special shout-out to Mr. Jay Sykes (GMS) and Mr. Jacob Gittleman (GHS) for their commitment to our students and for fostering a love of music that unites our schools.
The "Blue Ribbon" distinction requires excellence across the board, and we are so proud of the collaboration between our band and choral departments. It is the combined dedication of Mr. Sykes, Mr. Gittleman, and Ms. Erinne Smitherman that has led us to this prestigious milestone! Goochland is officially a "Blue Ribbon" community! Please join us in celebrating our directors and our dedicated musicians for this historic achievement! 🎷🎤🏆
🌟A "Superior" performance for a historic milestone!🌟
Congratulations to the GMS and GHS Chorus for earning Superior ratings at assessment! Under the expert leadership of choral director Mrs. Erinne Smitherman, our students have reached new heights. For the first time ever, both Goochland Middle and Goochland High School are now Blue Ribbon Awarded Schools—the top honor in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Our students’ voices are stronger together, proving that excellence is a community effort. Please join us in thanking Ms. Smitherman for her dedication and congratulating our talented vocalists! 🎶✨
Congratulations to the GMS and GHS Chorus for earning Superior ratings at assessment! Under the expert leadership of choral director Mrs. Erinne Smitherman, our students have reached new heights. For the first time ever, both Goochland Middle and Goochland High School are now Blue Ribbon Awarded Schools—the top honor in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Our students’ voices are stronger together, proving that excellence is a community effort. Please join us in thanking Ms. Smitherman for her dedication and congratulating our talented vocalists! 🎶✨
We’re wrapping up our Rookie of the Year week at Goochland High School! 🐾❤️
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Crystal Neilson-Hall, our GHS Rookie of the Year! As a CTE teacher, Crystal is helping our students build the real-world skills they need for the future. Her expertise and enthusiasm for the subjects she teaches are a huge win for our Bulldogs! 🎥💻
Thank you to all five of our Rookies for choosing Goochland. We are a stronger community because you're here!
Please join us in celebrating Ms. Crystal Neilson-Hall, our GHS Rookie of the Year! As a CTE teacher, Crystal is helping our students build the real-world skills they need for the future. Her expertise and enthusiasm for the subjects she teaches are a huge win for our Bulldogs! 🎥💻
Thank you to all five of our Rookies for choosing Goochland. We are a stronger community because you're here!
Moving on to Goochland Middle School for Day 4 of our Rookie of the Year Series! 🌟
We are proud to announce Mr. Gene LeMarr as the GMS Rookie of the Year! Mr. LeMarr's work in the special education department has been instrumental in supporting our middle schoolers as they navigate these important years. Thank you, Mr. LeMarr, for your commitment to every student's journey! ✨
Only one school left... stay tuned for our final reveal tomorrow!
We are proud to announce Mr. Gene LeMarr as the GMS Rookie of the Year! Mr. LeMarr's work in the special education department has been instrumental in supporting our middle schoolers as they navigate these important years. Thank you, Mr. LeMarr, for your commitment to every student's journey! ✨
Only one school left... stay tuned for our final reveal tomorrow!
It’s Day 3 of our Rookie of the Year series! 🌟 Today, we’re at Randolph Elementary to honor Ms. Taylor Flagg.
Ms. Flagg may be a veteran in the classroom, but this is her first year with the Roadrunner family! In just a few short months, her dedication to her students and RES has made a lasting impression on our community. 💚💛
Ms. Flagg may be a veteran in the classroom, but this is her first year with the Roadrunner family! In just a few short months, her dedication to her students and RES has made a lasting impression on our community. 💚💛
🌟The celebration continues! 🌟Day 2 of our Rookie of the Year countdown takes us to Goochland Elementary School to celebrate Ruth Patterson!
As a fourth grade teacher, Ms. Patterson has shown a deep commitment to her students and a wonderful ability to connect with the GES family. We are so lucky to have her energy and dedication in our halls—she is already a vital part of the Otter pond! 🦦✨
Who will be next? Check back tomorrow to find out!
As a fourth grade teacher, Ms. Patterson has shown a deep commitment to her students and a wonderful ability to connect with the GES family. We are so lucky to have her energy and dedication in our halls—she is already a vital part of the Otter pond! 🦦✨
Who will be next? Check back tomorrow to find out!
🌟 It’s time to celebrate our rising stars! 🌟
This week, we are thrilled to kick off our Rookie of the Year series! Each day, we’ll be unveiling one outstanding employee from our schools who is making a huge impact in their first year with us.
First up, let’s hear it for Ms. Michelle Schiebel, a 4th grade teacher at Byrd Elementary School! 🦅 Ms. Schiebel has jumped right into the Byrd community with passion and heart, proving that it’s never too early to make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
This week, we are thrilled to kick off our Rookie of the Year series! Each day, we’ll be unveiling one outstanding employee from our schools who is making a huge impact in their first year with us.
First up, let’s hear it for Ms. Michelle Schiebel, a 4th grade teacher at Byrd Elementary School! 🦅 Ms. Schiebel has jumped right into the Byrd community with passion and heart, proving that it’s never too early to make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
🏆 Our GCPS family just got a little more "award-winning!" 🏆
Huge congrats to Mrs. Amanda Steeley on receiving the VAPSBAN Practitioner Award! This recognizes her incredible work with behavior analysis right here at GCPS.
It’s experts like Mrs. Steeley who make GCPS such a supportive place for every student to grow. We’re so proud to have you on the team, Mrs. Steeley! ✨
Huge congrats to Mrs. Amanda Steeley on receiving the VAPSBAN Practitioner Award! This recognizes her incredible work with behavior analysis right here at GCPS.
It’s experts like Mrs. Steeley who make GCPS such a supportive place for every student to grow. We’re so proud to have you on the team, Mrs. Steeley! ✨
🎨✨ When history and art collide, magic happens!
We are so proud of the incredible collaboration between Mr. Lawson’s African American History class and Ms. Tolson’s Art II students. To honor Black History Month, these talented scholars teamed up to research influential figures like Kehinde Wiley, Alma Thomas, and Elizabeth Catlett, then translated that history into stunning original artwork. Swipe to see the process and the breathtaking finished products! 🖼️🙌
We are so proud of the incredible collaboration between Mr. Lawson’s African American History class and Ms. Tolson’s Art II students. To honor Black History Month, these talented scholars teamed up to research influential figures like Kehinde Wiley, Alma Thomas, and Elizabeth Catlett, then translated that history into stunning original artwork. Swipe to see the process and the breathtaking finished products! 🖼️🙌
📣 Calling all District 5 residents! 📣
Please join your District 5 Board of Supervisor and School Board Member for a joint Town Hall meeting!
🗓️ When: Wednesday, March 25 @ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Benedictine College Preparatory, 12829 River Rd, Richmond, VA 23238
Please join your District 5 Board of Supervisor and School Board Member for a joint Town Hall meeting!
🗓️ When: Wednesday, March 25 @ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: Benedictine College Preparatory, 12829 River Rd, Richmond, VA 23238
This Friday, March 20, we’re inviting all students, staff, and families to "Rock Your Socks" in honor of World Down Syndrome Day! Wearing your most fun, brightest, or mismatched socks is a simple way to show our connectedness and our commitment to making sure every learner feels they belong. 🧦💙💛
Due to the recent school closures, GCPS will now be open on Friday, March 20th. It will be a Day 1. Please plan accordingly!
Your voice matters in Goochland! 🗣️✨
We invite our community to join the Goochland County Board of Supervisors and School Board for a joint Town Hall meeting.
🗓️ When: Tuesday, March 24 @ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: County Administration Building, Meeting Room 250 (1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland)
We hope to see you there!
We invite our community to join the Goochland County Board of Supervisors and School Board for a joint Town Hall meeting.
🗓️ When: Tuesday, March 24 @ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Where: County Administration Building, Meeting Room 250 (1800 Sandy Hook Rd, Goochland)
We hope to see you there!
Champion Energy in Goochland! 🏆🥇
Our School Board recently honored the powerhouse athletes who dominated at the State Championships! From the pool to the wrestling mat, these Bulldogs showed the state what our community is made of.
Highlights:
✨ Girls Swim: 8th in VA!
✨ Boys Swim: 4th in VA!
✨ Wrestling: State Titles, 100-win milestones, and historic "firsts" for our program!
Huge thanks to Annellice, Alexandra, Olivia, Zachary, Connor, and Addison for representing your teams at the meeting. We are so proud of your grit and sportsmanship! 👏
Our School Board recently honored the powerhouse athletes who dominated at the State Championships! From the pool to the wrestling mat, these Bulldogs showed the state what our community is made of.
Highlights:
✨ Girls Swim: 8th in VA!
✨ Boys Swim: 4th in VA!
✨ Wrestling: State Titles, 100-win milestones, and historic "firsts" for our program!
Huge thanks to Annellice, Alexandra, Olivia, Zachary, Connor, and Addison for representing your teams at the meeting. We are so proud of your grit and sportsmanship! 👏
