More photos from our amazing author event with the fabulous Laura Murray!
Preschool, kindergarten, first, and second grade students were overjoyed to meet author, Laura Murray, today! She shared about her life as an author, read one of her books, and hosted an interactive game! We are thankful to Ms. Murray for joining us today!
School Board Names Andy Armstrong as Interim Superintendent
The Goochland County School Board has named Assistant Superintendent of Administration Andrew Armstrong, Ph.D., as the division’s Interim Superintendent. Superintendent Jeremy Raley resigned last month to accept the position of Chief of Staff to the State Superintendent at the Virginia Department of Education.
Armstrong has served as an assistant superintendent in GCPS since 2016. In his role, Armstrong leads operations for GCPS, including human resources, public relations, division and school safety, maintenance, transportation, food service, and operational technology.
Before joining the division, Armstrong was principal at Hermitage High School and John Rolfe Middle School in Henrico County. He received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Public Policy Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University’s L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, his master’s degree from VCU, and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond.
"Our entire team – in our schools, on our buses, and in our offices – works tirelessly to provide the outstanding educational experience for all students that has been recognized in our region and the Commonwealth,” Armstrong said. “I am excited to support their efforts in the months ahead as we finish another great year in GCPS."
Also, at their April 11 Regular Meeting, the School Board kicked off the search for a new superintendent by securing the services of BWP & Associates. Kevin Castner, Ed.D., and E. Wayne Harris, Ed.D., will lead the search for BWP. Castner worked with GCPS for its last two superintendent searches. He retired as superintendent for Albemarle County Public Schools, and Harris retired as superintendent for Roanoke City Public Schools.
BWP’s four-step search process includes engaging with employees, the community, and students to gather input, identifying experiences, qualities, and skills that the next superintendent must possess, creating a leadership profile, and recruiting and interviewing potential candidates. Engagement strategies include interviewing School Board members, meeting with representatives of groups within the community, keeping an open dialogue with employees, and administering an online survey.
The School Board approved a search timeline with the candidate application window open until mid-May. BWP and the School Board will conduct interviews in May and June, with a new superintendent in place by August 2023.
The 2022-23 RES yearbook is a fun-filled trip down memory lane! Order yours today! https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/ RES Yearbook ID: 14356023
Laura Murray, author of The Gingerbread Man is Loose... book series will visit RES on April 14th! If you ordered an autographed copy of one of her books, they will be delivered on Friday. Click here for more info: https://res.goochlandschools.org/o/res/article/1030650
Randolph Families,
Please access the Sunday message here:
https://www.smore.com/7h065
Let's make it a great week,
Melissa Reams, Principal
Goochland Middle School Presents: Rising 6th Family Night! Current 5th grade families are invited to join the GMS counseling and admin team to learn more about life in middle school Wednesday May 24TH, 2023 from 6:00-7:30
Randolph Families,
A reminder that this coming week is Spring Break!
There is no school April 3rd - 7th. In addition, there is no school on Monday, April 10th. Be on the lookout for the Sunday message next Sunday! Thank you to all of our parent volunteers on House Day. We had a wonderful day of STEM!
Have a great spring break,
Melissa Reams, Principal
April is School Library Month! We are lucky to have an incredible school library team in GCPS who organize exciting and engaging events, instill the love of reading and learning in students, and foster creativity in our students every day. Thank you for all that you do!
Congratulations to Mrs. Hadd & her 4th grade Reading Olympics team for winning the annual tournament today!
Looking for a fun family activity during Spring Break? Alvis Farms is hosting an Eggstravaganza on April 1st from 10 AM until 1 PM. You'll also be supporting a local business! Win-win!
Click here for more info:
https://www.alvisfarmsva.com
Spring Break Soccer Camp
Who: Students in grades 2-5
When: April 3-7 from 9 AM-1 PM
Where: Goochland Middle School
Cost: $25 per day or $100 for the week
Sign up today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQ0mOB1S7lI1Pmm9YcReucvxVxuTmRNDhT3AKA2a-f5TCoeQ/viewform
Please take a moment to read this message from Dr. Raley regarding school safety. https://www.goochlandschools.org/article/1054398
Bulldog Basketball Camp for Boys is coming up soon! The cam is for boys ages: 7 - 15 & will take place on June 8th – 9th, 2023 from 8 a.m.– 12 p.m. Visit https://5il.co/1rd7r to view the whole brochure and application information. There is a max of 60 campers so register ASAP!
Randolph Families,
Please access the Sunday message here:
https://www.smore.com/ngqcr
Let's make it a great week,
Melissa Reams, Principal
Attention parents of Reading Olympians:
We still need a few parent volunteers to help with our tie-dye t-shirt project. We will be outside from 11-1 on Tuesday (3/21) and Wednesday (3/22) during recess.
Please contact Susan Vaughan if interested: svaughan@glnd.k12.va.us
Tuesday, March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day. Students and staff are encouraged to wear their brightest and boldest socks on Tuesday to raise awareness, promote acceptance, and promote inclusion of people with Down Syndrome.
Randolph Families,
Please access the Sunday message here:
https://www.smore.com/zun0d
Remember there is NO SCHOOL on Monday 3/20/23.
Let's make it a great week,
Melissa Reams, Principal
Join our wonderful art teacher, Ms. Pepper, and celebrate our amazing Roadrunner artists at the 2023 GCPS Fine Arts Night. Student artwork from all five GCPS schools will be on display from 5-8 PM at Goochland High School this Friday, March 24th.
This month, we are celebrating the many accomplishments of our students and staff who participate in our fine arts and performing arts. Read about superior ratings recently received by our GMS and GHS bands: https://www.goochlandschools.org/article/1040641
