Randolph Elementary School

This morning, elementary students across Goochland County participated in the Goochland Reads book reveal. This year's title is Stella Díaz Has Something to Say - by Angela Dominguez! Families are encouraged to read chapters 1 and 2 tonight. We hope you enjoy reading together!

The 2023 #GoochlandReads selection is Stella Diaz Has Something to Say by Angela Dominguez! Every student, teacher, and employee connected with the three GCPS elementary schools received a copy of the book today, along with info for families. Read Chapters 1 and 2 tonight!

Randolph Families, Please access the Sunday message here: https://www.smore.com/tkv1w Let's make it a great week, Melissa Reams, Principal

We are searching for an ESOL teacher at GHS/GMS, a PE teacher @GMSEagles, & candidates for @GoochlandHigh principal position for the 2023-24 school year. Visit https://goochlandschools.org/page/jobs for more information or to apply, or contact us with any questions or referrals.

Proud of our Randolph Elementary School Lego Robotics team, The Power People, who earned state-level recognition for the Gracious Professionalism! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7UfqIXyTMk&t=12s

Goochland County Public Schools is accepting applications for preschool for the 2023-2024 school year! Goochland has preschool classrooms at each of its three elementary schools. These preschool programs are full-day programs and transportation to and from school is provided. Our preschool programs at Byrd Elementary School are for three- and four-year-olds. The preschool programs at Randolph and Goochland Elementary Schools are for four-year-olds. You can apply for preschool using this online application https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeq-19kGagLweDSGwh5pUEzf93eMmVHXBtt36_gDyXfweKDjg/viewform. Click https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/preschool to learn more about our preschool programs. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Jennifer Waggener via email (jwaggener@glnd.k12.va.us) or phone (804-556-5625)

Randolph Families, Happy New Year! Please access the Sunday Message here: https://www.smore.com/fg1nt Let's make it a great week, Melissa Reams, Principal

Coming soon... the 2023 selection for our TENTH annual #GoochlandReads program! (This book is also the 36th title for our #ReadingOlympics list!) Mark your calendars and prepare to begin reading this wonderful book with your families on January 9, 2023. #weRrandolph

Did you know that parents of kids age 3–11 can sign up for Common Sense Media Tips by Text? Just send a text message with the word "kids" to 21555. You'll get tips on how your child can use technology in healthy ways, plus the latest entertainment picks for your family.

Looking for resources on navigating media and technology? This Common Sense video series features topics including: Parenting in Digital Age, Social Media Basics for Parents, and more! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8TjVyuBdsClBs2Obs6Wfr5FxLyDeH-k-

SPIRIT WEAR FLASH SALE: December 26-28 Save 25% on all spirit wear! Stay warm with RES hoodies, jackets, blankets, tees and hats! Gear for Blaze, Sky, Trail, and Wave Houses are also on sale! https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/VA/Crozier

Congratulations to Tyler Black @TylerBlack_19 and Hayden Raley @Hayden_Raley79 who signed their National Letter of Intent today to continue their football careers at Wake Forest and William & Mary! @WMTribeFootball @WakeFB @GHSFootball

Hope this puts a smile on your face today as we finish the 1st semester & transition into our winter break! We are thankful for the opportunity to serve our students, families, and supportive community! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5cBP0l8aAg&t=3s

Having some fun tonight @werRandolph holiday concert!

Take a minute to check out highlights of the recognitions from our School Board's meeting this past Tuesday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mlw4gZBMzo

Check out this highlight of one of the awesome experiences we provided our elementary students this fall: Girls on the Run! Huge thanks to our staff who made this excellent experience possible. https://youtu.be/WoNT0vwscwE

Our Family Connections Newsletter includes information about our high school's first therapy dog, an after-school running program at each of our elementary schools, holiday activities at our middle school, and more. https://www.smore.com/ztda1

Last night, the @glndschools Board approved the next three years of instructional calendars. These calendars are on our division website and can be found here: https://www.goochlandschools.org/page/calendars

This morning, @DrJRaley began his day w/ Ms. Collins who drives students from RES, GMS, and GHS. Today @ 6:30 a.m. in 24 degree weather, she was checking her bus to ensure everyone's safety, part of her daily pre-trip routine. THANK YOU to our dedicated and professional drivers!

Randolph's First Lego League team 4639, The Power People, had an awesome time at the championship this weekend. They won the Steve Scherr Gracious Professionalism Award! We are very proud of these impressive 4th and 5th graders.