🎉🐾 Homecoming Week at Goochland High School has been packed with Bulldog spirit!
From the high-energy Powderpuff game 🏈 to seniors putting their creativity on display during “Senior Chalk the Lot” 🎨🚗, our students have made this week one to remember. Spirit Days brought out the fun too — from matching looks on Twin Day 👯♀️ to the clever (and hilarious) “Anything but a Backpack Day,” where one Bulldog even hauled a kayak through the halls 🛶.
We love celebrating the traditions and creativity that make Homecoming at GHS so special. ❤️💛
From the high-energy Powderpuff game 🏈 to seniors putting their creativity on display during “Senior Chalk the Lot” 🎨🚗, our students have made this week one to remember. Spirit Days brought out the fun too — from matching looks on Twin Day 👯♀️ to the clever (and hilarious) “Anything but a Backpack Day,” where one Bulldog even hauled a kayak through the halls 🛶.
We love celebrating the traditions and creativity that make Homecoming at GHS so special. ❤️💛
👏❤️ Our Goochland High School students are building skills that could save a life! Each year, nearly 200 Bulldogs are trained in recognizing cardiac emergencies and performing CPR. This round of training was led by our very own school nurse, Nurse Duffey. By learning these skills while they’re young, students are gaining the confidence to step up in an emergency — both in school and out in the community🫀💪.
👏Real-World Learning in Action!👏
This week, Goochland High School students in Entrepreneurship Education, Graphic Arts & Design, and Marketing Education visited the VCU School of Business as part of their Work-Based Learning experiences.
Students connected with VCU Student Ambassadors to explore marketing strategy and branding, then pitched ideas on the responsible and effective use of social media—highlighting how different platforms reach unique audiences.
This hands-on experience gave students a firsthand look at college life and how today’s classroom lessons translate into tomorrow’s business opportunities.🌟
This week, Goochland High School students in Entrepreneurship Education, Graphic Arts & Design, and Marketing Education visited the VCU School of Business as part of their Work-Based Learning experiences.
Students connected with VCU Student Ambassadors to explore marketing strategy and branding, then pitched ideas on the responsible and effective use of social media—highlighting how different platforms reach unique audiences.
This hands-on experience gave students a firsthand look at college life and how today’s classroom lessons translate into tomorrow’s business opportunities.🌟
🍔🌭 Before kickoff at Goochland High School’s first home football game, our GCPS family came together for an employee cookout! Superintendent Armstrong and Assistant Superintendents Waggener and Geyer fired up the grill, serving burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks for staff and their families. 💛🐾❤️
It was a great night of food, fun, and Bulldog spirit! 🏈
It was a great night of food, fun, and Bulldog spirit! 🏈
📚 Reminder: Tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 26) is a Professional Learning Day for staff.
✅ No school for students.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday!
✅ No school for students.
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday!
🇺🇸 Kicking off the Veterans Project at GHS!
This week, Goochland High School launched the 2025 Veterans Project, created by US History teacher Rachel Tate. This powerful year-long journey brings together 45 veterans and 105 GHS students for connection, learning, and mutual understanding.
At the first event, students were paired with their veteran partners, interviewed them, and spent time playing games and building relationships. Over the coming months, students will continue learning from the experiences of our veterans while sharing their own perspectives as part of this meaningful collaboration.
We are so proud of our students and grateful for our veterans who are making this project possible! ❤️💙
This week, Goochland High School launched the 2025 Veterans Project, created by US History teacher Rachel Tate. This powerful year-long journey brings together 45 veterans and 105 GHS students for connection, learning, and mutual understanding.
At the first event, students were paired with their veteran partners, interviewed them, and spent time playing games and building relationships. Over the coming months, students will continue learning from the experiences of our veterans while sharing their own perspectives as part of this meaningful collaboration.
We are so proud of our students and grateful for our veterans who are making this project possible! ❤️💙
🎨✨ Creativity in Action!
Students in Ms. Shelton-Eide’s Ceramics class are turning clay into art—crafting everything from coffee mugs to bowls to miniature statues. The pottery wheel is spinning, imaginations are flowing, and the results are incredible! 🏺💡
Students in Ms. Shelton-Eide’s Ceramics class are turning clay into art—crafting everything from coffee mugs to bowls to miniature statues. The pottery wheel is spinning, imaginations are flowing, and the results are incredible! 🏺💡
🌼🍂 Add some color to your fall! 🍂🌼
The Goochland High School FFA invites you to our Annual Fall Mum Sale!
📅 Saturday, September 20
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 GHS Greenhouse
We’ll have a beautiful selection of mums in assorted colors — perfect for your home or garden.
💲 $15 each | 2 for $25
All proceeds benefit our Agriculture and FFA programs, directly supporting our students.
Come shop local, brighten your fall, and support GHS FFA! 🌻
The Goochland High School FFA invites you to our Annual Fall Mum Sale!
📅 Saturday, September 20
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 GHS Greenhouse
We’ll have a beautiful selection of mums in assorted colors — perfect for your home or garden.
💲 $15 each | 2 for $25
All proceeds benefit our Agriculture and FFA programs, directly supporting our students.
Come shop local, brighten your fall, and support GHS FFA! 🌻
🧬💡 Building Biology: Exploring Covalent Bonds!
Ms. Borsari’s biology students got hands-on while learning about covalent bonds! Using Play-Doh, they recreated molecules and made abstract science concepts come to life. Who knew biology could be this creative? 🧪✨
Ms. Borsari’s biology students got hands-on while learning about covalent bonds! Using Play-Doh, they recreated molecules and made abstract science concepts come to life. Who knew biology could be this creative? 🧪✨
🇺🇸👏 At our September School Board meeting, we proudly recognized two outstanding students for their achievements in the Americanism Essay Contest through the Goochland American Legion.
Both students received honors at the state level in Virginia and were also recognized nationally for their powerful essays. 🏅✍️
We are so proud of their hard work, talent, and representation of GCPS on both the state and national stage! 🌟
📣 Join the Superintendent’s Listening Tour!
As part of his entry plan, Dr. Armstrong is hosting 5 listening sessions across Goochland County. These one-hour conversations are an opportunity for families and community members to share honest, constructive feedback about their experiences with GCPS.
Your input will help guide Dr. Armstrong’s work in his first year and shape the future of our division’s Strategic Plan.
🕕 All sessions will be held from 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Dates & Locations:
Mon, Sept 15 – Byrd Elementary School Library
Tue, Sept 30 – Goochland Recreation Association
Wed, Oct 8 – Goochland High School Library
Mon, Oct 20 – Randolph Elementary School Library
Tue, Oct 28 – Jerusalem Baptist Church
We hope you’ll make plans to attend and share your voice!
As part of his entry plan, Dr. Armstrong is hosting 5 listening sessions across Goochland County. These one-hour conversations are an opportunity for families and community members to share honest, constructive feedback about their experiences with GCPS.
Your input will help guide Dr. Armstrong’s work in his first year and shape the future of our division’s Strategic Plan.
🕕 All sessions will be held from 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Dates & Locations:
Mon, Sept 15 – Byrd Elementary School Library
Tue, Sept 30 – Goochland Recreation Association
Wed, Oct 8 – Goochland High School Library
Mon, Oct 20 – Randolph Elementary School Library
Tue, Oct 28 – Jerusalem Baptist Church
We hope you’ll make plans to attend and share your voice!
💰📊 Sound financial management is a priority at GCPS!
We’re proud to share that recent audits of school activity funds at all three elementary schools showed no deficiencies. In addition, GCPS has once again earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association.
👏 A huge shout-out to our dedicated school bookkeepers and to the outstanding leadership of our Finance Director, Stephanie Wyche, for ensuring excellence in financial stewardship across the division.
We’re proud to share that recent audits of school activity funds at all three elementary schools showed no deficiencies. In addition, GCPS has once again earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association.
👏 A huge shout-out to our dedicated school bookkeepers and to the outstanding leadership of our Finance Director, Stephanie Wyche, for ensuring excellence in financial stewardship across the division.
🇺🇸 Today, many of our students and staff took part in Patriot Day activities, reflecting on the events of September 11 and honoring the heroes we will never forget. ❤️🤍💙
Earlier this morning, district leaders and school board members also participated in the 9/11 Ceremony hosted by Goochland County Fire-Rescue at Fire Station 5 to honor the lives lost and the courage of first responders.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
Earlier this morning, district leaders and school board members also participated in the 9/11 Ceremony hosted by Goochland County Fire-Rescue at Fire Station 5 to honor the lives lost and the courage of first responders.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
🚓🚒 Tonight, we had the privilege of recognizing two of our strongest partners—the Goochland County Sheriff’s Office and Goochland County Fire-Rescue.
Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to our schools help ensure that every student learns in a safe and secure environment. From being a visible presence in our buildings, to responding in moments of need, to collaborating with us on proactive safety initiatives—these teams go above and beyond for our community.
We are truly grateful for their service, leadership, and partnership. ❤️
Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to our schools help ensure that every student learns in a safe and secure environment. From being a visible presence in our buildings, to responding in moments of need, to collaborating with us on proactive safety initiatives—these teams go above and beyond for our community.
We are truly grateful for their service, leadership, and partnership. ❤️
The Goochland County School Board will hold its next regular meeting on September 9, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Goochland County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). View the full agenda here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=351
All are welcome to attend.
All are welcome to attend.
🌻 Strength, sunshine, and snapshots! 🌻
Ms. Rodriguez’s women’s fitness class took their workout outdoors with a visit to a beautiful sunflower patch 🌞💪. They were joined by Ms. Day, who not only captured some incredible photos but also gave students a quick lesson in photography along the way. A perfect mix of movement, creativity, and collaboration! 📸✨
Ms. Rodriguez’s women’s fitness class took their workout outdoors with a visit to a beautiful sunflower patch 🌞💪. They were joined by Ms. Day, who not only captured some incredible photos but also gave students a quick lesson in photography along the way. A perfect mix of movement, creativity, and collaboration! 📸✨
📸 Five schools. One incredible team!
After a fantastic first week, our staff are energized and ready to welcome students back on Monday. Here’s a look at the amazing teams from each of our five schools—thank you for all you do to make GCPS a place where students thrive! ❤️💛
After a fantastic first week, our staff are energized and ready to welcome students back on Monday. Here’s a look at the amazing teams from each of our five schools—thank you for all you do to make GCPS a place where students thrive! ❤️💛
📢 Staggered Start Reminder 📢
To help our youngest and newest learners get settled, we have a staggered start for the first two days of school:
📅 Monday, August 18
✅ First day for Preschool, Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade students ONLY
📅 Tuesday, August 19
✅ All students attend school
We can’t wait to see everyone back and ready for an amazing year!!
To help our youngest and newest learners get settled, we have a staggered start for the first two days of school:
📅 Monday, August 18
✅ First day for Preschool, Kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade students ONLY
📅 Tuesday, August 19
✅ All students attend school
We can’t wait to see everyone back and ready for an amazing year!!
📚 Free Books for Goochland’s Youngest Readers! 📚
Goochland Social Services, in partnership with the Henrico Education Foundation, is excited to bring the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to our community!
Children from birth to age five can receive a free, high-quality book every month — no income requirements, no strings attached.
Our goal: reach 85% of all eligible children in Goochland. Let’s make it happen!
📲 Parents & guardians can register quickly through this link: https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/
Together, we can spark a lifelong love of reading in Goochland’s youngest residents! ❤️
Goochland Social Services, in partnership with the Henrico Education Foundation, is excited to bring the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to our community!
Children from birth to age five can receive a free, high-quality book every month — no income requirements, no strings attached.
Our goal: reach 85% of all eligible children in Goochland. Let’s make it happen!
📲 Parents & guardians can register quickly through this link: https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/
Together, we can spark a lifelong love of reading in Goochland’s youngest residents! ❤️
📚✨ Back-to-School Night is almost here! ✨📚
On Thursday, August 14th, join us for an evening of connection and preparation as we get ready for another incredible school year!
Elementary Schools (Byrd ES, Goochland ES, Randolph ES)
🕓 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Goochland Middle & High School
🕔 5:00–7:30 p.m.
Preschool & Kindergarten Orientations – A special time for our youngest learners and their families to meet their teacher and receive important information.
📍 Byrd ES – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Goochland ES – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Randolph ES – 4:00 p.m.
We can’t wait to see our GCPS families! 🐾❤️
On Thursday, August 14th, join us for an evening of connection and preparation as we get ready for another incredible school year!
Elementary Schools (Byrd ES, Goochland ES, Randolph ES)
🕓 4:00–6:30 p.m.
Goochland Middle & High School
🕔 5:00–7:30 p.m.
Preschool & Kindergarten Orientations – A special time for our youngest learners and their families to meet their teacher and receive important information.
📍 Byrd ES – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Goochland ES – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Randolph ES – 4:00 p.m.
We can’t wait to see our GCPS families! 🐾❤️
