Monthly Archives: April 2014

The family and community events at Byrd Elementary School are world class. This evening’s Farmers’ Market was another shining example. Hundreds of students, siblings, parents, grandparents, teachers and support staff participated in BES’ philanthropic event, both as vendors and as … Continue reading →

We wanted our school community to be aware of this unique opportunity for rising high school juniors and seniors. James Madison University describes the Summer Honors Institute as, “a unique week-long program where talented rising high school juniors and seniors … Continue reading →

GES held its annual “Full STEAM Ahead Day” yesterday (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics). The entire student body spent the morning collaborating and creating … all in search of the perfect solution to their design brief. Some groups created … Continue reading →

On Monday, April 7, Randolph Elementary School hosted this year’s Reading Olympics Tournament (Mrs. Sue Vaughan, event chair). Our elementary schools fielded nine teams who worked hard all year reading great elementary literature and preparing for comprehension questions as part … 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 →