FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GCPS Welcomes Elected Officials in Celebration of VSBA’s “Take Your Legislator to School Month”
Gloucester County, VA — November 11, 2026 — Gloucester County Public Schools (GCPS) is pleased to welcome Senator Ryan T. McDougle and Delegate Mark Downey in celebration of the Virginia School Boards Association’s (VSBA) Take Your Legislator to School Month. GCPS has invited its elected representatives to connect with students and educators and experience firsthand the educational opportunities offered throughout the division.
Senator Ryan T. McDougle will visit on Monday, November 16, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. He will meet with teachers and staff in the cafeteria at the TCW Education Center, located at 6099 T.C. Walker Road in Gloucester. The discussion will focus on the legislative process, issues affecting public schools, and the role of the Virginia General Assembly in supporting students and educators.
Delegate Mark Downey will visit on Tuesday, November 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. His visit will include stops at Peasley Middle School and Bethel Elementary School, where he will observe classroom instruction and engage with students and teachers.
Members of the Gloucester County School Board will also attend to welcome the legislators and participate in the conversations.
“We are thrilled to welcome Senator McDougle and Delegate Downey to GCPS,” said Dr. Anthony Vladu, Superintendent of Gloucester County Public Schools. “Their visits provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase the incredible learning taking place in our classrooms, hear directly from our educators, and strengthen the partnership between our schools and our elected leaders.”
GCPS extends its sincere appreciation to all elected officials for their ongoing support of public education and their willingness to engage with students and staff.
Contact:
Jennifer Brazil
GCPS Leadership
jennifer.brazil@gc.k12.va.us