Monthly Archives: March 2013

I had the opportunity to join Mrs. Holloway-Costa, GHS English teacher, and eight members of her Poetry Club on Thursday evening as they discussed literature, enjoyed some chocolate-covered gummy worms, and laughed … a lot. We know that students who … Continue reading →

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. When can children begin kindergarten? State guidelines dictate that a child who is five years old on or before September 30 of the upcoming school year should enroll in kindergarten. 2. How do I … Continue reading →

Goochland Elementary School hosted its Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Day last week. It was a true school and community event. S – Science

The Virginia Board of Education is seeking nominees to serve a three-year term on advisory committees appointed by the Board. The Board of Education currently has five advisory committees. Please note that for some of the advisory committees, specific categories … Continue reading →

March 15, 2013 Dear Parents of 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th Grade Students: This correspondence will look familiar to parents of fourth and fifth grade students. It’s similar to a letter I’ve sent home each of the last two school … Continue reading →

The Virginia Department of Education just released the following SOL tests from the Spring 2012 test administration: These released assessments can be accessed HERE. VDOE also released the following statement regarding other content areas: “Due to the potential impact of … Continue reading →

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is partnering with the Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) to redesign VDOE’s online School Report Cards for public schools, school divisions, and the state. The views of stakeholders and other report card users are … Continue reading →

Best of luck to Goochland High School’s FIRST Robotics team – “The Junkyard Dogs” – who is competing at the Siegel Center today, tomorrow, and Saturday.

Dear Parents of 5th Grade Students, For the first time, we will be offering a 3-week summer math course—Grade 6 Math Bridge—in July to rising 6th graders as an opportunity to strengthen skills in preparation for success in honors level … Continue reading →