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GES Distributed 10K in Food Lion Cards to Needy Goochland Families

Posted on January 19, 2016 by pgretz

The Goochland Education Foundation (GEF) recently distributed over $10,000 worth of Food Lion gift cards to Goochland families in need to make sure the children had food over the holidays. After receiving a $5,000 grant from the Richmond Christmas Mother … Continue reading →

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RES Fourth Grader Wins Spelling Bee

Posted on January 11, 2016 by pgretz

Our congratulations go to Spelling Bee winner, Alec Burnet, Grade 4, from RES!

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Volunteer Background Check Clarification

Posted on November 30, 2015 by pgretz

One of the hallmarks of  our tremendous County is the presence of an army of community volunteers. These selfless people give their energy, time and unique skill sets to the greater mission of inspiring and maximizing the potential of our … Continue reading →

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Volleyball State Champions

Posted on November 23, 2015 by pgretz

Congratulations to the undefeated 27-0 2A State Champion GHS Volleyball Team!

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2015 PTA Reflections Winners Announced

Posted on November 23, 2015 by pgretz

Last week the middle school and elementary PTA groups celebrated the participants and winners in the PTA Reflections Program.  They had an 800% increase in participation over last year! Here is a beautiful quote from one of the GES judges, which … Continue reading →

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Robotics Teams Excel in the Region

Posted on November 17, 2015 by pgretz

Congratulations to the six Goochland robotics teams that competed at L C Bird  HS in Chesterfield last weekend! Results: BES- first place, Project Design Award; GMS- first place, Core Values – “Dumpster Divers” GMS – first place, Robot Design Award – “Clean … Continue reading →

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Fall Athletic Success and Upcoming Events

Posted on November 13, 2015 by pgretz

Our scholar athletes have achieved tremendous success this fall! Volleyball: Join us in congratulating the Varsity Volleyball team beat R.E. Lee on Thursday night 3-1 in the semi-finals of Region 2A East Volleyball Tournament!  With the win, GHS will host … Continue reading →

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Apple Executives Present GCPS with International Award

Posted on November 11, 2015 by pgretz

For its 1:1 iPad program at Byrd Elementary, Goochland Elementary, Randolph Elementary, and Goochland Middle Schools, Goochland County Public Schools is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished Program for 2015–2017 for its implementation of … Continue reading →

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November 2015 ECCHO Award Winners

Posted on November 11, 2015 by pgretz

A new cohort of ECCHO Award winners were recognized at the November 10, 2015 school board meeting. Having been nominated by colleagues, leaders, parents or students, these professionals were selected using a rubric designed to evaluate the scope and impact … Continue reading →

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GHS Volleyball Player and Coach of the Year

Posted on November 10, 2015 by pgretz

Please join us in congratulating these exemplary scholar-athletes and coach from Goochland High School. The GHS Volleyball team has a 22-0 record, having beaten every opponent 3-0, every time!  In addition to the all-conference selection awards below, Madelyn Ott was … Continue reading →

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