Monthly Archives: October 2011

Goochland Educators’ Hall of Fame

Posted on October 31, 2011 by pgretz

It was a tremendous honor to have been a part of yesterday’s Hall of Fame induction event at Goochland High School. Four unique individuals were inducted and joined the ranks of those who have devoted their lives to investing in … Continue reading →

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Spirit Week at GHS!

Posted on October 14, 2011 by pgretz

Homecoming is here & the Bulldogs will run to victory in just a few hours. Take a look at these wonderful displays of Bulldog Pride taken from the halls of the high school this morning: Special thanks to Connie Foreman … Continue reading →

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Distributed, not Distance, Learning?

Posted on October 10, 2011 by pgretz

Pretty interesting stuff here, from David Truss, assistant principal in British Columbia. He proposes that education will be something that happens independent from time & place in the not-so-distant future. Think about it. Class time, class location, and class structure … Continue reading →

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Exciting Time to Be a Student

Posted on October 10, 2011 by pgretz

What an exciting time to be a student. Incredible tools, an ever-widening planet that can fit in the palm of your hand, the ability to reach across a continent to learn with someone from another culture. Absolutely amazing. I’m eager … Continue reading →

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Preparing Our Students for Academic Success

Posted on October 3, 2011 by pgretz

I thoroughly enjoyed this event last Thursday evening at Goochland High School. Our presenters were thoughtful in their treatment of two comprehensive and vital subjects: readiness for kindergarten and pathways to graduation. Among other things, two “nuggets” stuck for me. … Continue reading →

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