What a glowing night at Byrd! ✨ Our Glow Party was glow-rious and so much fun for everyone who came out. Students enjoyed dancing, face painting, a graffiti wall, hopscotch, and yummy concessions.
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Byrd Parent Group for hosting such a wonderful event and for all the time, energy, and creativity they put into making it special for our students and families. We are so grateful for your support, and for the joy you bring to our school community!
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Byrd Parent Group for hosting such a wonderful event and for all the time, energy, and creativity they put into making it special for our students and families. We are so grateful for your support, and for the joy you bring to our school community!
The Goochland County School Board will hold its budget approval meeting on February 24, 2026 at the Goochland County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
All are welcome to attend.
Kindness is a team sport at Randolph Elementary! 🏆✨
We loved seeing these Roadrunners go all out for Kindness Spirit Week. From working out problems in jerseys to dreaming of kindness in their PJs, these students proved that being kind is always a win. Way to lead by example, Randolph! 💚💛
We loved seeing these Roadrunners go all out for Kindness Spirit Week. From working out problems in jerseys to dreaming of kindness in their PJs, these students proved that being kind is always a win. Way to lead by example, Randolph! 💚💛
🎥 Budget Development Process Overview
How does our school budget come together? What factors influence the decisions we make? Superintendent Dr. Armstrong explains the budget development process to help our community better understand how we plan for the needs of our students, staff, and schools.
We also invite you to be part of the conversation.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 School Administration Building
2938-I River Road W, Goochland
You can watch Dr. Armstrong's video and read more about our proposed budget by following this link: https://www.goochlandschools.org/o/gcps/page/budget-information
Your input is an important part of the process, and we value your voice as we work to develop a budget that reflects our priorities and supports student success.
We hope to see you there!
How does our school budget come together? What factors influence the decisions we make? Superintendent Dr. Armstrong explains the budget development process to help our community better understand how we plan for the needs of our students, staff, and schools.
We also invite you to be part of the conversation.
🗓 Public Hearing on the Proposed Budget
🕔 Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
📍 School Administration Building
2938-I River Road W, Goochland
You can watch Dr. Armstrong's video and read more about our proposed budget by following this link: https://www.goochlandschools.org/o/gcps/page/budget-information
Your input is an important part of the process, and we value your voice as we work to develop a budget that reflects our priorities and supports student success.
We hope to see you there!
Join us on Thursday, February 19, 2026, for an exciting night celebrating innovation, creativity, and student learning across GCPS!
Our students will take the lead as they showcase hands-on projects, meaningful learning experiences, and real-world problem-solving happening in classrooms every day.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
GMS/GHS Cafeterias
What to expect:
- Food trucks
- Student exhibits
- Interactive displays
- A division-wide celebration of learning
Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and come see the incredible things GCPS students are creating and accomplishing!
Our students will take the lead as they showcase hands-on projects, meaningful learning experiences, and real-world problem-solving happening in classrooms every day.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
GMS/GHS Cafeterias
What to expect:
- Food trucks
- Student exhibits
- Interactive displays
- A division-wide celebration of learning
Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and come see the incredible things GCPS students are creating and accomplishing!
It's School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—who are a vital part of our school community. Working alongside our staff, they help ensure safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environments. Thank you for the relationships you build, the calm you bring, and the care you show our students every single day. ❤
We are incredibly grateful for our School Resource Officers—Deputy Michael Donithan, Deputy Trey Carter, Deputy Peter Paradis, Deputy Scott Leabough, and Lieutenant Ryan Leabough—who are a vital part of our school community. Working alongside our staff, they help ensure safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environments. Thank you for the relationships you build, the calm you bring, and the care you show our students every single day. ❤
❄️ Calendar Update ❄️
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
Because of instructional time lost due to recent inclement weather, February 16 and March 20 are now regular student instructional days.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we keep learning moving forward!
Mark your calendars now to join us for our annual Family Literacy Night on Thursday, March 5 from 5-7 pm. We will have free dinner and literacy activities from 5-6. Then from 6-7 the BPG is hosting another fun night of BINGO for books!
What a special afternoon celebrating the conclusion of our 2026 Goochland Reads book at the St. Slumber Supper! 📚✨ Students enjoyed crafts and activities inspired by the story—and even snacked on a treat that could have come straight from Ms. Prickles’ kitchen. It was a fun, cozy way to celebrate reading together and bring the story to life!
The Goochland County School Board will hold its next regular meeting on February 10, 2026 at the Goochland County Administration Building (1800 Sandy Hook Road, Room 250). The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. GCPS School Board agendas can be found here: https://glnd.community.highbond.com/Portal/
All are welcome to attend.
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
Due to freezing temperatures and lingering icy spots in some areas, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, February 9. This delay allows for improved daylight visibility, supporting safer travel for students, staff, and families.
Due to the weather, all afternoon and evening school activities have been canceled. Unfortunately, this includes our Glow Party scheduled for tonight. We know many students were looking forward to this event, and will plan to reschedule it for Friday, February 20th.
Thank you for understanding!
Thank you for understanding!
Next week is Kindness Week!
Snow days and delays are behind us! ❄️➡️📚
We’re excited to welcome students back on time tomorrow, with all schools operating on a normal schedule.
We’re excited to welcome students back on time tomorrow, with all schools operating on a normal schedule.
💛 School Counselor Appreciation Week 💛
This week, we celebrate the dedication, care, and impact of our incredible school counselors. Every day, they support students’ academic success, help them navigate challenges, and guide them as they plan for the future—often in ways that go unseen but are deeply felt.
Please join us in thanking the outstanding counselors who serve our schools and community so well:
✨ Randolph Elementary – Ms. Erin Shively
✨ Goochland Elementary – Ms. Carmen Bland & Ms. Elizabeth Graham
✨ Byrd Elementary – Ms. Madison Jackson
✨ Goochland Middle – Ms. Caroline Powell & Ms. Ashton Blackley
✨ Goochland High – Ms. Renee Ferrell, Ms. Mallory McMullin, & Ms. Suly Salazar
Thank you for being trusted listeners, steady guides, and strong advocates for our students—today and every day!
This week, we celebrate the dedication, care, and impact of our incredible school counselors. Every day, they support students’ academic success, help them navigate challenges, and guide them as they plan for the future—often in ways that go unseen but are deeply felt.
Please join us in thanking the outstanding counselors who serve our schools and community so well:
✨ Randolph Elementary – Ms. Erin Shively
✨ Goochland Elementary – Ms. Carmen Bland & Ms. Elizabeth Graham
✨ Byrd Elementary – Ms. Madison Jackson
✨ Goochland Middle – Ms. Caroline Powell & Ms. Ashton Blackley
✨ Goochland High – Ms. Renee Ferrell, Ms. Mallory McMullin, & Ms. Suly Salazar
Thank you for being trusted listeners, steady guides, and strong advocates for our students—today and every day!
❄️ GCPS will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow ❄️
This delay will allow for improved visibility and time to address any potential overnight wintry weather.
Our Transportation Department has surveyed all bus routes and is identifying alternate stops as needed. Please refer to this document to determine if your child's bus route has been impacted
Absences will be excused for families who choose to keep their children home due to weather conditions.
Thank you for your patience and partnership as we work to keep everyone safe.
❄ GCPS Update ❄
Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow.
Our Transportation Department has surveyed all bus routes and is identifying alternate stops as needed. Please refer to this document to determine if your child's bus route has been impacted.
Thank you for your patience and partnership in keeping our students safe.
