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Join us in celebrating Virginia Kindness Week! Check out our school websites for heartwarming stories, inspiring acts of kindness, and ways to spread positivity throughout our community. Let's make kindness contagious! #VirginiaKindnessWeek #SpreadKindness
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From the GCPS Special Education Department: PEATC will be presenting a virtual workshop on Virginia's Medicaid Waivers and eligibility for services. View the flyer for information and registration.
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Such a wonderful turnout for the 3rd Grade Family Night at Bethel Elementary! A huge thank you goes to Debra Falkenberg, Bethel Community Engagement Coordinator, for collaborating with the amazing 3rd grade teachers, the Virginia Cooperative Extension office, and members of our community to provide this opportunity for our Bethel families! #bethelbears #familyengagement
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It's National School Counseling Week! Thank you to our GCPS School Counselors who guide bright futures for all of our students.
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On Friday, February 2, 2024, the Gloucester County School Board conducted its annual retreat. Topics included Title IX training, Special Education, Instruction, Norms and Protocols, School Staffing, School Finance, and other School Administration topics.
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Congratulations to the Gloucester High School Class of 2024 winter graduates:
Nickolas Garner
Alexis Hewitt
Aiden Robins
Levi Spohn
We are so proud of this major accomplishment and wish you all the best in your future endeavors! #GHSDUKES @gloucesterhighschool
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February at a Glance. Dive into each school's events section for enriching activities and celebrations.
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Wow! What a wonderful evening at Achilles Elementary School for the "Learning is Snow Much Fun" family event! The halls were filled with excited students and their loved ones as they explored all of the fun activities planned by the amazing Achilles teachers and staff. In addition to all of the fun learning activities and kicking off their One School, One Book month, students also got to show off their talents at the Science Fair. Thank you for making learning fun for our students and their families!
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Such a great way to start the day at Botetourt Elementary with the All Pro Dads Breakfast!
Thank you to Mr. Washington for facilitating a wonderful time with our students and families. Thank you to Ashley Walker, Community Engagement Coordinator; Botetourt Food Services, teachers, administrators and staff for providing such an amazing opportunity for our families to be together at school!
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Thank you to the Gloucester NAACP for honoring superintendent, Dr. Vladu, at the Woodville School reception. It was a wonderful time of learning and fellowship!
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Petsworth Elementary School was full of spirit at the 2nd quarter House Pep Rally! The entire school celebrated their accomplishments together as one family. Such an amazing way to celebrate our students with their teachers and staff! #fivehousesonefamily
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Honoring Dr. Stefan Mygas, the visionary leader at Gloucester High School, during Virginia Principals Appreciation Week! His steadfast commitment to academic excellence and fostering a thriving school community is truly admirable. #PrincipalAppreciation #DynamicDukes
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Saluting Cathy Balderson, the leader at Peasley Middle School, as we celebrate Virginia Principals Appreciation Week! Your commitment to fostering growth and community among our students is truly commendable. #PrincipalAppreciation #RoarPride
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Kudos to Sharon Hendrix, the guiding force at Page Middle School, as we honor her during Virginia Principals Appreciation Week! Her steady leadership and commitment to student success make a lasting impact. #PrincipalAppreciation #SoarEagles
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Celebrating Susan Andrews, Principal Extraordinaire at Achilles Elementary, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your commitment to cultivating a positive learning atmosphere and inspiring our students is remarkable. #PrincipalAppreciation #Achilles
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What a great way to start the day. . . at Abingdon Elementary School’s All Pro Dads breakfast! Mr. Washington facilitated a great message this morning on dependability! Thank you to all of the students and families that were able to attend this wonderful event!
Thank you to Mr. Washington for facilitating at all of our schools, to GCPS Nutrition Services (Virginia) for providing a delicious breakfast, and the Gloucester Educational Foundation for sponsoring the cost of these breakfasts for all of our GCPS students & parents!!
A big THANK YOU to Lauren Ginder, Abingdon’s Community Engagement Coordinator, for making this opportunity come to life! #parentengagement @AbingdonElementary
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Cheers to Anna Harwood, the guiding light at Abingdon Elementary, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your commitment to educational excellence and the well-being of our students shines brightly. Thank you for your extraordinary leadership! #PrincipalAppreciation
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Reminder: The Academic Year Governor's School Information night previously scheduled for January 10th was moved to today, January 17th, and will take place at 6:30 PM. Visit our webpage for more information about these programs for highly motivated students interested in math and science: https://gets.gc.k12.va.us/o/gcps/page/governors-school
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A special salute to Tiffany Busch, the visionary leader at Bethel Elementary, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your dedication to fostering a nurturing learning environment is inspiring. Thank you for your unwavering commitment! #PrincipalAppreciation #BethelBears
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Celebrating Tish Hudgins, the guiding force behind Botetourt Elementary, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your commitment to educating our students makes a lasting impact. Thank you for being the heart of our school community! #PrincipalAppreciation #BotetourtBulldogs
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