Goochland Elementary School

Otter alert, families! 🦦 Tomorrow we’re sliding out early—dismissal starts at 12:15 PM! 🎒 Then it’s time to float into a long weekend (no school Monday! 🎉). Rest your paws, munch some snacks, and we’ll be otterly excited to see your happy faces back at GES on Tuesday! 🐟💙

Big cheers for our Otters of the Month! These otterly amazing humans are helping our students (and each other!) thrive every day with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of joy. We’re lucky to have them in our pond! 🦦

Our 4th graders got a sneak peek today of the GHS spring production of “Shrek” — and trust us, you don’t want to make an ogre mad! Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and the whole fairy tale gang in this hilarious and heartwarming adventure! Show Dates: April 25th–27th Friday @ 7pm Saturday @ 2pm & 7pm Sunday @ 2pm Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/ShrekatGHS $10 for kids and Golden Bulldog pass holders $15 for adults GCPS employees are FREE! Don’t miss your chance to see this SHREKtacular show!

🎉 The GES Spring Book Fair kicks off Monday, April 14th! 📚✨ Get ready to shop for new adventures, favorite characters, and page-turning fun! Want a cash-free way for your child to shop? Set up an eWallet today! 💳 👉 https://tinyurl.com/GESewallet Thanks for supporting our annual FUNdraiser — where every book sold helps our school grow! 💙📖

Last night, three GES students—Zachary, Hadley, and Carter—were honored at the GEF Essay Contest Reception! 🎉 This year’s essay prompt—“Who inspires you and why does he or she inspire you?”💡 Our GES winners were recognized for their creativity, strong writing, and thoughtful connections to the topic, each earning a $100 prize in their category. Way to go, Otters! 🏆✍️

🎨✨ You're Invited! ✨🎶 Join us for the GCPS Fine Arts Festival: Rooted in Expression 📍 Goochland High School Complex 📅 Tomorrow | 5:00–8:00 PM 🎟️ FREE Admission! Come celebrate the amazing talents of our GCPS students through: 🖼️ Visual art displays from all schools 🎤 Live performances by elementary, middle & high school choruses 🎺 Band concerts 💃 GHS Dance Troupe 🎭 A special sneak peek of Shrek the Musical! Bring the whole family, snap some selfies, and enjoy an evening full of creativity, expression, and Otter-ly awesome talent! 💙

📢 We’re SO Close! 🦦🎉 Only 50 more yearbook sales to hit our goal! Let’s finish strong, Otters! 💪✨ If you haven’t ordered your 2024 Goochland Otters Yearbook yet, now’s your chance to be part of the memories. Help us cross the finish line and celebrate a year full of laughter, learning, and Otter pride! 🐾📚 📍 Order Here: yearbookordercenter.com/job/17866 💲 Cost: $26 📅 Deadline: Friday, April 11 ❓ Questions? Email gesptavoice@gmail.com Let’s do this—one final push! 🚀📸 #OtterMemories #Yearbook2024

📚🌸 The GES Spring Book Fair is coming soon! 🌸📚 Mark your calendars for April 14th–18th — it's time to stock up on stories! ✨ All students will attend the Book Fair during their regular library Encore times. 📅 Purchasing Days: During scheduled library time ☀️ Morning Shopping: Tues–Fri, 7:45–8:45am 🌙 Afterschool Shopping: Mon–Thurs, 2:15–3:30pm 💳 Set up an eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5729331 🛍️ Shop the Online Fair: April 14–27 https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/goochlandelementaryschool 🙌 We need YOU! Volunteer and help make the Book Fair magical! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4BA8AB23A4F85-56144994-books#/ 📖 Let’s help our Otters find their next favorite read! 🦦💙 #GESCelebratesReading #OttersLoveBooks #SpringBookFair2025

📣 Teacher Appreciation Week is Almost Here! 🍎 GES will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week from April 28th – May 2nd! Let’s come together to show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate them. ❤️ 🍳 Donate to help us provide a special Staff Breakfast on Monday, April 28th → https://goochlandelementarypta.givebacks.com/store/items/1176067 🥪 Volunteer to cover extended teacher lunches on Friday, May 2nd → https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4BA4AA2DA1F94-55826790-teacher#/ Your support means the world — thank you for helping us make this week extra special! 🙌

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at STEM Camp 2025! Join us for A Children’s Engineering/STEM Initiative: Think, Plan, and Build - 21st Century Skills! Dates: June 3–6, 2025 Time: 8:30–11:45 AM Location: Goochland High School (GHS) Cost: $125 (payments made through OSP) Registration Deadline: May 16, 2025 Students from PK-8th grade will dive into hands-on experiences like building barns and baking bread, exploring the fascinating world of sharks, racing CO₂-powered cars, and designing robots for competition! Spaces are limited, so don’t wait—register today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq4FsMOtOe9AMsxWu3IyxyvK8ee-96anF4LMzZg6dEWyXVtQ/viewform

📣 Don’t miss out! Join us for a night of FUNN at The Diamond as the Richmond Flying Squirrels take on the Somerset Patriots! ⚾️ 🎟️ Purchase your tickets by April 15 using the link below — $4 from each ticket will be donated back to Goochland Elementary! 👉 Purchase Tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Goochlandelementaryghn1eiwnaj Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Squirrels together!

🎨🎶 It’s Almost Here! 🎭💃 Don’t miss the GCPS Fine Arts Festival and All-County Concert: "Rooted in Expression" — happening THIS Friday, April 11th at Goochland High School! ⏰ Performance starts at 5:30 PM in the GHS auditorium. Come see incredible performances from our talented chorus groups, band, drama department, and dance troupe! 🎤🎷🎬 See you there! 🌟

🎉 Big news, future Otters! 🦦 Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year is happening NOW! Don’t miss your chance to join the Goochland Otter family — register today and get ready for an amazing year! 👉 https://tinyurl.com/GCPSRegistration 📅 Don't wait—secure your spot for the in-person screening Thursday, April 10, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. : (804) 556-5321 We can’t wait to see you soon! 💙💛 #FutureOtters #GoochlandOtters

📢 Great News — Deadline Extended! 🎉 We still need to sell 100 more yearbooks and now you have a little extra time to help us get there! 🦦📚 The new deadline to order your 2024 Goochland Otter Yearbook is Friday, April 11! 📍 Order Now: yearbookordercenter.com/job/17866 💲 Cost: $26 ❓ Questions? Email gesptavoice@gmail.com Let’s hit that 100 together and make this yearbook unforgettable! 💯📸 #OtterMemories

🦦✨ Future Otters, it's time! ✨🦦 Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year is officially open! If your little Otter is ready to dive into learning and fun, make sure to register today! 👉https://tinyurl.com/GCPSRegistration We can't wait to meet our newest Otters! 💙💛 #FutureOtters #OtterPride

📢 FINAL CALL! 🚨 All 2024 Goochland Otters Yearbook orders are due THIS SATURDAY! 🦦✨ Don't miss your chance to capture this year's memories forever — order now before it’s too late! ⏳📸 📍 Order Now: yearbookordercenter.com/job/17866 💲 Cost: $26 ❓ Questions? Email gesptavoice@gmail.com Once they're gone, they're gone — don’t wait! 🙌 #OtterMemories #Yearbook2024

🐾 Bulldog Love in Action! 🐾 Today, GHS students made a BIG impact at GES for their Energize and Engage day! 💙 Bulldogs spent time working with our Otters, sharing smiles, and helping prepare materials for after spring break. From reading together 📚 to organizing supplies ✂️, their hard work and kindness made a huge difference! Thank you, GHS students, for showing us what it means to lead with heart and make a positive impact! 💙🐾 #OtterLove #GHSVolunteers #EnergizeAndEngage #BetterTogether

📢 Our fifth graders had an amazing time at Luck Stone today! 🪨🌿 They explored geology up close, learned about natural resources, and even got to see big machinery in action! 👷‍♂️🌍 A huge thank you to the Goochland Education Foundation for making this incredible experience possible! ❤️ #OutdoorEducation #LearningInAction #GoochlandOtters

📣 Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming! 🍎 GES will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week from April 28th – May 2nd! Let’s show our amazing teachers and staff how much we appreciate them! ❤️ 🌟 How You Can Help: 🍳 Donate to support our Staff Breakfast on Monday, April 28th → https://goochlandelementarypta.givebacks.com/store/items/1176067 🥪 Volunteer to cover extended teacher lunches on Friday, May 2nd → https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4BA4AA2DA1F94-55826790-teacher#/ Thank you for helping us make this week extra special! 🙌 -GES PTA gesptavoice@gmail.com

📚🏅 Our 4th and 5th grade Reading Olympians from Byrd, Goochland, and Randolph Elementary Schools came together today for this year’s Reading Olympic Tournament! It was a day filled with teamwork, knowledge, and a love for reading. Way to go, Olympians! 👏📖🥇