GCPS Update: Schools will remain closed tomorrow, 1/28. Please check your email for more information.
Mona the mouse is beginning to feel more confident. She understands that helping others doesn’t mean being perfect—it means caring and trying. This helps her grow stronger and believe more in herself.
Read chapter 13 on this snowy Tuesday to find out what happens next in our 2026 #GoochlandReads selection, The Greatest Gift by Kallie George.
Don't forget that you can also listen to the "Snow Queen" read each chapter:
https://sites.google.com/glnd.k12.va.us/goochland-reads-2026?usp=sharing
The school board budget workshop, originally scheduled for tonight, has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. This budget workshop will now be held on February 3rd at 5:30 p.m. at the School Administration Building (2938 River Rd W, Building I). The agenda for the meeting can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
Snow Day = Reading Day!
While school is closed due to the snow, students can still enjoy curling up with a good book and staying on track with their assigned Goochland Reads chapters. Grab a blanket, your copy of The Greatest Gift, and enjoy some reading time together! Thank you, families, for helping make reading a cozy part of the day!
#GoochlandReads
While school is closed due to the snow, students can still enjoy curling up with a good book and staying on track with their assigned Goochland Reads chapters. Grab a blanket, your copy of The Greatest Gift, and enjoy some reading time together! Thank you, families, for helping make reading a cozy part of the day!
#GoochlandReads
We hope all of our Roadrunners are staying safe and warm! https://app.smore.com/n/vde63
The Goochland County School Board will hold a budget workshop on January 27, 2026 at the County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
All are welcome to attend.
🌟 A night of celebration at last Tuesday's School Board meeting! We proudly recognized our Teachers of the Year from each school and announced our District Teacher of the Year.
👏 Congratulations to:
• Michelle Clark – RES
• Kelly Edwards – GES
• Holly Swift – BES
• Molly Voss – GMS
• Ryan Maloney – GHS
🏆 And a special congratulations to Mrs. Kelly Edwards (GES), our District Teacher of the Year!
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who make a difference every day. 🍎✨
👏 Congratulations to:
• Michelle Clark – RES
• Kelly Edwards – GES
• Holly Swift – BES
• Molly Voss – GMS
• Ryan Maloney – GHS
🏆 And a special congratulations to Mrs. Kelly Edwards (GES), our District Teacher of the Year!
We are so grateful for the incredible educators who make a difference every day. 🍎✨
A reminder that school is closed on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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👑 Principal Hahn
We are wrapping up our Principal Appreciation Week series by highlighting our GHS principal, Mr. Brian Hahn. Principal Hahn’s leadership reflects strong school spirit, student pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. This year’s student engagement speaks volumes about the culture he helps foster.
Thank you for leading with passion and heart. 🌟
We are wrapping up our Principal Appreciation Week series by highlighting our GHS principal, Mr. Brian Hahn. Principal Hahn’s leadership reflects strong school spirit, student pride, and a shared commitment to excellence. This year’s student engagement speaks volumes about the culture he helps foster.
Thank you for leading with passion and heart. 🌟
👑 Principal Gordon
Today, we are highlighting Mr. Patrick Gordon, principal of Goochland Middle School. Grounded in relationships and a deep sense of gratitude, Principal Gordon leads with purpose and pride in the school and community that shaped him.
Thank you for giving back and inspiring success every day. 🦅💙
Today, we are highlighting Mr. Patrick Gordon, principal of Goochland Middle School. Grounded in relationships and a deep sense of gratitude, Principal Gordon leads with purpose and pride in the school and community that shaped him.
Thank you for giving back and inspiring success every day. 🦅💙
The Goochland County School Board will hold a budget workshop on January 20, 2026 beginning at 5:30 at the School Administration Building (2938 River Road W, Building I). GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
👑 Principal Burnham
Today, we are spotlighting Mrs. Sarah Burnham with our "Meet the Heart of our Schools" series in honor of Principal Appreciation Week. Principal Burnham leads Randolph Elementary with a deep commitment to relationships, collaboration, and community. Her focus on connection among staff, students, and families helps create a school environment where everyone feels supported. Thank you for the care, leadership, and heart you bring to your school every day. 💛💚
Today, we are spotlighting Mrs. Sarah Burnham with our "Meet the Heart of our Schools" series in honor of Principal Appreciation Week. Principal Burnham leads Randolph Elementary with a deep commitment to relationships, collaboration, and community. Her focus on connection among staff, students, and families helps create a school environment where everyone feels supported. Thank you for the care, leadership, and heart you bring to your school every day. 💛💚
🗓️ Reminder: All schools and offices are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
👑 Principal McCay
In honor of Principal Appreciation Week, we're highlighting one of our amazing principals each day. Today, we are highlighting Mrs. Tina McCay, principal of Goochland Elementary School. With decades of experience and a genuine love for both students and staff, Principal McCay fosters a culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and shared responsibility. Thank you for modeling collaboration and putting students first in everything you do. 🌟
In honor of Principal Appreciation Week, we're highlighting one of our amazing principals each day. Today, we are highlighting Mrs. Tina McCay, principal of Goochland Elementary School. With decades of experience and a genuine love for both students and staff, Principal McCay fosters a culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and shared responsibility. Thank you for modeling collaboration and putting students first in everything you do. 🌟
👑 Meet the Heart of Our Schools 👑
This week, we’re celebrating Virginia Principal Appreciation Week by spotlighting the incredible leaders who serve our students, staff, and families every day. From building relationships to leading with heart, we’ll feature one principal each day — sharing what they love most about their school, what they’re proud of, and a fun fact or two along the way.
Today, we are spotlighting Mr. Andrew Meiller, principal at Byrd Elementary School. Principal Meiller is known for building strong connections and encouraging others to step up and support one another — both inside and outside the school day. Thank you for leading with authenticity and care for your school community.
Stay tuned as we celebrate the heart behind our schools. 🏫 💗
We're looking forward to another great week together, Roadrunners! https://app.smore.com/n/sbdqh
🏗️✨ Be the Builder at RES! ✨🏗️
Inspired by City of Ember, RES 5th graders designed future cities to help mankind survive after a disaster—blending science, writing, communication, and STEM into one powerful project.
Cities in the clouds, underwater, in treetops, and beyond showcased incredible creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Way to build big ideas, Roadrunners! 👏
Inspired by City of Ember, RES 5th graders designed future cities to help mankind survive after a disaster—blending science, writing, communication, and STEM into one powerful project.
Cities in the clouds, underwater, in treetops, and beyond showcased incredible creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Way to build big ideas, Roadrunners! 👏
📅 Draft Instructional Calendars Available – We Want Your Feedback!
GCPS has released draft instructional calendars for the 2026–27, 2027–28, and 2028–29 school years and invites families and community members to share feedback.
📣 Please review the draft calendars and submit feedback by Friday, January 30.
Links to the calendars and feedback form are available on the GCPS Calendars webpage.
Community feedback will help inform a February 2026 School Board consideration for approval. Thank you for partnering with GCPS in this important planning work!
GCPS has released draft instructional calendars for the 2026–27, 2027–28, and 2028–29 school years and invites families and community members to share feedback.
📣 Please review the draft calendars and submit feedback by Friday, January 30.
Links to the calendars and feedback form are available on the GCPS Calendars webpage.
Community feedback will help inform a February 2026 School Board consideration for approval. Thank you for partnering with GCPS in this important planning work!
🐾📚 Watch D.O.G.S. in Action! 📚🐾
Our Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program is making a positive impact in our schools! This nationally recognized program invites fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father figures to volunteer in our schools, providing positive male role models and an extra layer of support for students and staff throughout the school day.
From greeting students and helping in classrooms to supporting recess and lunch, our Watch D.O.G.S. help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment. We’re proud to offer this program at Randolph and Goochland Elementary, and we’re grateful for the time and commitment of our Watch D.O.G.S. who show up for our students each day. 💙
Our Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program is making a positive impact in our schools! This nationally recognized program invites fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father figures to volunteer in our schools, providing positive male role models and an extra layer of support for students and staff throughout the school day.
From greeting students and helping in classrooms to supporting recess and lunch, our Watch D.O.G.S. help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment. We’re proud to offer this program at Randolph and Goochland Elementary, and we’re grateful for the time and commitment of our Watch D.O.G.S. who show up for our students each day. 💙
It’s here! This morning we revealed our Goochland Reads selection, and we can’t wait to dive in together!
Our community will be reading The Greatest Gift, book 2 in the Heartwood Hotel series by Kallie George—a heartwarming story filled with friendship, kindness, and the true meaning of belonging.
Get ready to read, reflect, and share this special story together as part of Goochland Reads!
