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Honoring Melissa Mygas, the heart and soul of Petsworth Elementary School, during Virginia Principal Appreciation Week! Your leadership, passion, and dedication create a vibrant learning environment. Thank you for shaping bright futures! #PrincipalAppreciation #PetsworthPride
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Botetourt showcased its dynamic community-building journey at the January 10, 2024, School Board meeting. Presenters highlighted the impact of multimedia—live streams, print media, and podcasting—in connecting, informing, inspiring, and creating a vibrant, inclusive narrative!
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Due to the rescheduled School Board Meeting, the Governor's School Information night previously scheduled for January 10th has been moved to January 17th.
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Based on updated forecasts and the potential severe weather, Gloucester County Public Schools will implement the early dismissal schedule:
Middle Schools: 12:20 pm.
High School: 12:30 pm.
Elementary Schools: 1:30 pm.
Pre-K students will follow the early dismissal schedule and be released at 1:30 pm.
As shared earlier, all after-school activities and tonight's school board meeting are rescheduled for tomorrow, January 10, 2023, at 6:00 pm.
![Based on updated forecasts and the potential severe weather, the school division will implement the early dismissal schedule: Middle Schools: 12:20 pm. High School: 12:30 pm. Elementary Schools: 1:30 pm. Pre-K students will follow the early dismissal schedule and be released at 1:30 pm. As shared earlier, all after-school activities and tonight's school board meeting are rescheduled for tomorrow, January 10, 2023, at 6:00 pm.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gloucester_county_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6616946/large_2023-24_GHS_Social_Media_and_Live_Feed__26_.png)
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Due to the inclement weather, all afternoon and evening activities have been canceled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024. An additional announcement will be made once a decision has been made regarding tonight's School Board meeting.
![Due to the inclement weather, all afternoon and evening activities have been canceled for Tuesday, January 9, 2024. An additional announcement will be made once a decision has been made regarding tonight's School Board meeting.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gloucester_county_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6614592/large_2023-24_GHS_Social_Media_and_Live_Feed__4_.jpg)
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Coming soon! The 2024 Academic Year Governor's School Information Night will be Wednesday, January 10th. Families of current 7th - 10th graders can visit this webpage to learn more 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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Thank you to Abingdon's music teacher, Ms. Long, for leading the Sing-a-long and the 4th and 5th grade choir today for all students and staff!
What a wonderful way to end the day before Winter Break as a school family! Bravo! To top it all off there were special guests to share in the fun: a reindeer, three gingerbread men, and the Grinch. The students loved it! #AbingdonElementary #greatjob
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From December 20, 2023, through January 1, 2024, our division will be closed for Winter Break. Normal operations will resume, and we look forward to welcoming back students and staff on January 2nd. Please note: GHS will observe an asynchronous day on the 2nd and return to regular operations on January 3rd. We wish you all a joyful and restful holiday season!
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Ms. Cher's Independent Living class at GHS is gifted a cash register. Thank you, Ms. McPherson, for the much-needed donation!!!
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Thank you to Ms. Lenderman and the 2nd grade students and staff at Achilles Elementary for a wonderful performance today that ended with a whole school Sing-a-long. It was so much fun and beautifully done! #greatjob #AchillesElementary
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Hands-on learning was all around at Botetourt Elementary today. Thank you to Ms. Payne & Ms. Stump, Ms. Brake & Ms. Miller, & Ms. Calloway & Ms. Stone for making learning a fun family affair!
Thank you to Ms. Murphy, our gifted resource teacher, for showcasing a student's tree project during the visit. The collaboration in that room was amazing!
Thank you to Ms. Carin, technology resource teacher, for teaching our students coding with the Dash Robots. Their excitement filled the halls with the new learning that they now have because of you! #BotetourtElementary
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Botetourt Elementary School's 4th Grade teacher Ms. LaGuardia has excelled to earn her 10 Year National Board Certified Teacher renewal!!! We congratulate you on this impressive milestone!!!
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An incredible moment was captured from Tuesday night's Board Meeting, featuring the brilliant students and dedicated staff who took the spotlight and presented on the school community and leadership at GHS. 🌟 Special recognition to our two Seniors of the Month, Kamryn McDonough and Samantha Wooldridge. Together, they exemplify excellence and leadership within our school community. Pictured here are: Ms. Vanessa Morris, Ms. Beth Coleman, Lauren Landry, Jadon Thompson, Jacob Garrett, Nadia Oberlin, Shelby Bennett, Mr. Troy Andersen, Maddie Kadel, Ms. Leslie Sturtz, Kamryn McDonough, Dr. Anthony Vladu, Samantha Wooldridge, Dr. Stefan Mygas, Alexandria Quick, Capt. Norris Merkle, Joshua Coleman.📸👏 #GHSBoardRecognition #StudentLeadership #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
![Ms. Vanessa Morris, Ms. Beth Coleman, Lauren Landry, Jadon Thompson, Jacob Garrett, Nadia Oberlin, Shelby Bennett, Mr. Troy Andersen, Maddie Kadel, Ms. Leslie Sturtz, Kamryn McDonough, Dr. Anthony Vladu, Samantha Wooldridge, Dr. Stefan Mygas, Alexandria Quick, Capt. Norris Merkle, Mr. Joshua Coleman](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gloucester_county_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6429512/large_December_2023_SB_Meeting_GHS.jpeg)
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We hope that you will join us!
![Farewell Reception on December 12th from 4:00-5:45 PM honoring our outgoing school board members](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/gloucester_county_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6385877/large_Farewell_Reception.png)
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Amazing morning reading to 1st Grade students at Achilles. Thank yo BC United for the books!!! Students loved "Stella Keeps the Sun Up"
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A heartfelt shout-out to Ms. Keener and the incredible T.C. Walker staff for organizing a fantastic Toys for Tots breakfast! 🎅🎁 Your efforts have surely made Santa’s job a bit trickier with all the extra toys! 🛷 Thank you for spreading holiday cheer and making a difference in our community. 🌟 #ToysForTots #CommunitySpirit #Gratitude
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Please join us for a farewell reception in honor of outgoing Gloucester County School Board Members on December 12, 2023.
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Save these key dates for December and January! Explore more events and programs listed on individual school websites.
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We extend a warm invitation to all parents and guardians of students with disabilities to join us for a Special Education Advisory Committee meeting on Monday, December 4th at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at TC Walker in Room A-111. This session will feature a review of the new Virginia Family's Guide to Special Education, a valuable resource provided by the Virginia Department of Education.
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Families of Special Education students who receive IEP services will now have access to EdPlan Connect where they can view all special education related documents safely online. Look for an email as IEPs are finalized. If you'd like to learn more, please visit the Special Education page of the GCPS website.
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