GLOUCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SUPPORT STAFF HIRING EVENT
Recruiting for food service, custodial, transportation, and school nursing positions
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: T.C. Walker Education Center
6099 T.C. Walker Road
Gloucester, VA 23061
Questions? Please contact the Office of Human Resources at [email protected] or (804) 693-5300.
Here's our July Calendar at a Glance. Stay connected by visiting our division and school websites throughout the summer. Enjoy your break!
🌞🍎 Calling GHS Student Volunteers! 🍎🌞
We are seeking enthusiastic high school student volunteers to help pack our summer meal bags! This is a fantastic opportunity for those needing community service hours for clubs or organizations.
📍 Locations: Achilles, Petsworth, and Page
🗓️ Various days and hours available!
Join us in making a difference this summer. Your time and effort will help ensure our community has access to nutritious meals. 🌟
Interested? Please contact Raven Carlton at Central Food Service for more details and to sign up!
#CommunityService #VolunteerOpportunity #SummerMeals #StudentVolunteers #GoDukes
GCPS will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. We will resume our regular summer schedule on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
Please note that schools will operate on an early dismissal schedule for the last day of school.
So many exciting events in June. Be sure to check your school's website for the best information.
Celebrating National Speech Pathologist Day! Today, we recognize the incredible contributions of speech-language pathologists who help individuals find their voice and communicate with confidence. Thank you for all you do! 🗣️💬 #SpeechPathologistDay
Math on Main is still on! See you on Main Street tomorrow starting at 10:00 AM. You don't want to miss it!
Ms. Jeffrey's 5th graders, at Petsworth Elementary, are loving the "Floor is Lava" reading review as they engage in hands-on cross-curricular learning. #makinglearningfun
Since 1972, National School Nurse Day has been set aside to recognize school nurses. National School Nurse Day was established to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting. Today, we show our appreciation for school nurses across the division for their dedication to our students.
During Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate our incredible educators who inspire, support and empower our students every day. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and hard work in shaping the future generation. You truly make a difference in the lives of our students! #TeacherAppreciationWeek 🍎✏️📚
Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day today! A big shoutout to all our amazing lunch heroes who keep our students well-fed and nourished every day. Thank you for all that you do! #SchoolLunchHeroDay 🍎🦸♂️🦸♀️
The GCPS Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) will meet at the TC Walker Education Center in room A111 on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will include a presentation on “Autism Awareness Month”. Families are welcome to join. This meeting will also be available for participation virtually if you are interested in attending virtually please contact the Special Education Office at 804-693-7994.
Recognizing the importance of principals from across the division and all of the work they do for the betterment of our school community. Thank you GCPS Principals!
📢 Reminder: Early Dismissal on Friday, May 3rd! ⏰ Page & Peasley Middle Schools will dismiss at 12:20 PM, GHS at 12:30 PM, and all elementary schools at 1:30 PM. Please plan accordingly!
Good afternoon,
We're pleased to inform you that Peasley Middle School, as well as Bethel and Petsworth Elementary, have been approved to end their secure status, allowing for the dismissal of all students and staff on time. All afternoon activities will proceed as scheduled. This decision follows close collaboration with the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office, and we appreciate their assistance throughout this process. We also extend our gratitude to parents and the community for their trust and patience.
We encourage parents/guardians to review the Standard Response Protocol resources shared on the GCPS website on April 26, 2024. Additionally, we thank students, staff, and family members for adhering to our safety response.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely,
Gloucester County Public Schools
UPDATE:
Good afternoon,
We're pleased to inform you that Peasley Middle School, as well as Bethel and Petsworth Elementary, have been approved to end their secure status, allowing for the dismissal of all students and staff on time. All afternoon activities will proceed as scheduled. This decision follows close collaboration with the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office, and we appreciate their assistance throughout this process. We also extend our gratitude to parents and the community for their trust and patience.
We encourage parents/guardians to review the Standard Response Protocol resources shared on the GCPS website on April 26, 2024. Additionally, we thank students, staff, and family members for adhering to our safety response.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely,
Gloucester County Public Schools
UPDATE: This is to inform you that the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office has directed Peasley, Bethel, and Petsworth into SECURE mode. During this time, the exterior of the buildings remains secured with no outside movement in or out of the buildings. Students and staff will now resume indoor activities, including class changes and lunch in the cafeteria.
We will continue to bring you updates.
This message informs you that the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office has directed Peasley, Bethel, and Petsworth into SECURE mode. During this time, the exterior of the buildings remains secured with no outside movement in or out of the buildings. Students and staff will now resume indoor activities, including class changes and lunch in the cafeteria.
We will continue to bring updates.
Bethel Elementary had a wonderful turnout at their All Pro Dad breakfast! Thank you to Bethel's community engagement coordinator, teachers, staff, administrators, food services team, Mr. Washington and all of the students and families for making this such a special event for our Bethel Bears! #community #BethelBears
