Gloucester County Public Schools

Melissa Mygas – Petsworth Elementary School We celebrate Melissa Mygas, principal of Petsworth Elementary, for her positive energy and unwavering support for her students and staff. Thank you for making Petsworth an exceptional place to learn and grow! 🌟 #PrincipalAppreciationWeek #PatriotPride #GCPSLeadership

Kelly Stewart – Peasley Middle School This week, we honor Kelly Stewart, principal of Peasley Middle School, for her outstanding leadership in her first year. Thank you for your dedication! 👏 #PrincipalAppreciationWeek #ROARPride #GCPSLeadership

Sharon Hendrix – Page Middle School Join us in celebrating Sharon Hendrix, principal of Page Middle School, for her relatable and supportive leadership. Thank you for creating a positive environment where students and staff thrive! 💙 #PrincipalAppreciationWeek #PageMiddle #GCPSLeadership

Tim Edwards – Achilles Elementary School This Principal Appreciation Week, we recognize Tim Edwards, principal of Achilles Elementary, for his strong leadership and commitment to excellence in his first year. Thank you for guiding your school to success! 🎉 #PrincipalAppreciationWeek #AchillesWarrior #GCPSLeadership

Celebrating Virginia Principals Week! This week, we honor and celebrate the incredible principals of Gloucester County Public Schools. Their leadership, dedication, and tireless efforts make a lasting impact on our students, staff, and community. Our principals inspire success, create supportive environments, and lead with vision and compassion every day. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to education and for being champions of excellence in our schools! Let’s show our principals some love this week! 💙👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 #VAPrincipalsWeek #ThankAPrincipal #GCPSProud

Gloucester County Public Schools Two-Hour Delay After careful evaluation by our road assessment team, we have determined that packed snow and ice on some back neighborhood roads make travel difficult. For the safety of our students and staff, Gloucester County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 13, 2025. Nighttime temperatures this week are expected to remain below freezing, which may contribute to icy conditions. Please remind your student to dress in layers to stay warm and comfortable throughout the day. We will continue to monitor road conditions early in the morning to ensure everyone’s safety. Your well-being is always our top priority, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this winter weather together. Stay safe and warm! Anthony Vladu, Ed.D. Gloucester County Public Schools Superintendent

Your Future Starts Here: GCPS Teacher Job Fair 📅 Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Page Middle School 5198 TC Walker Road, Gloucester, VA 23061 Join Gloucester County Public Schools (GCPS) as we build a brighter future! We're actively recruiting licensed professionals for the 2025-2026 school year in the following positions: Elementary Education (PreK-5) Middle School (Grades 6-8) High School (Grades 9-12) School Counselor (PreK-12) Library Media Specialist (PreK-12) School Nurse Special Education (PreK-12) Mathematics (Grades 6-12) Speech/Language Pathologist Foreign Language (Spanish & French) Fine Arts (PreK-12) Career & Technical Education (Grades 6-12) How to Register Complete an online application and apply to the "Job Fair" posting at http://gc.k12.va.us. The Office of Human Resources will contact qualified applicants with interview details. Contact Us Have questions? Call the Office of Human Resources at 804-693-5300 for more information. Gloucester County Public Schools: An Equal Opportunity Employer.

After School Activities Canceled-Gloucester County is under a winter storm warning from 7:00 PM on Friday to 1:00 PM on Saturday, with forecasts predicting 2 to 4 inches of snow. We expect to receive more updates from Wakefield, but the latest information indicates that precipitation will begin in our area between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM tomorrow. Given the timing of the storm and the forecast of below-freezing temperatures through mid-morning on Saturday, all after-school activities are canceled on Friday, January 10, 2025, and Saturday, January 11, 2025. There are no changes to the regular school schedule.

🌟📣 Exciting News! 📣🌟 Gloucester County Public Schools Department of Secondary Instruction is thrilled to host the 2nd Annual GCPS Oratorical Contest 🗣️✨, proudly presented by the Gloucester VA NAACP and the Woodville-Rosenwald School Foundation in collaboration with the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester 🎨🏛️. This competition is open to GCPS students in grades 8 through 12 🎓📚. What is Oratory? 🗣️ It’s the art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner. It’s about delivering speeches that persuade, inspire, and inform your audience. 💡 Ready to showcase your skills and make your voice heard? 🎤✨ 📧 Email Dr. Diron Ford, Director of Secondary Instruction, at Diron.ford@gc.12.va.us for more information or to sign up! Let your voice be powerful, inspiring, and unforgettable! 🌟🙌 #OratoryCompetition #StudentSuccess #PublicSpeaking 🎤🎓👏

Good Afternoon, We are pleased to announce that schools and offices are scheduled to open on time tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8, 2025. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, the district’s Road Assessment Team will evaluate road conditions early tomorrow morning at 4:00 AM. Should any adjustments to school schedules be necessary, we will communicate them promptly in the morning. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to welcoming our teachers, staff, and students back as we continue to make 2025 a phenomenal year! Sincerely, Gloucester County Public Schools

Weather Update for Gloucester County Public Schools Based on National Weather Center predictions, additional snow, an elevated risk of excessive cold, and below freezing road temperatures predicted for tomorrow, particularly on small narrow back roads, Gloucester County Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. • All games and other student activities are canceled. • Essential personnel may be required to report to work by their immediate supervisors. To make up for the lost instructional time, Friday, January 17, 2025, will now be a full student day. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and continued cooperation. Stay safe and have a great evening! Sincerely, The Gloucester County School District

Good afternoon, Gloucester families, Due to the National Weather Center’s prediction of snow and ice accumulation beginning Sunday evening and continuing into Monday morning, all Gloucester County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025, to ensure the safety of our students and staff. In addition to the closure, all after-school activities, sports, and clubs scheduled for Monday are canceled. School buildings will remain closed, and no activities will take place. Please note that mission-essential personnel may be required to report to work at the discretion of their immediate supervisors. Our team will continue to monitor weather communications throughout Monday. Any updates or schedule considerations for the following days will be announced as early as Monday evening. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Stay safe and warm, Gloucester! Sincerely, The Gloucester County School District

January is School Board Recognition Month! Join us in celebrating the dedicated members of the Gloucester County School Board who work tirelessly to ensure the success of every student in our community. Their leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence in education create opportunities for students and staff alike. Thank you to our school board members for your unwavering service and for making a positive impact on our schools and our future! 💙📚 #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth #ThankYou #GCPSProud

✨ January at a Glance! ✨ Start the new year off right by staying informed with all the important events and dates happening this month. From school activities to key deadlines, make sure you don’t miss a thing! 🗓️ #StayOrganized #GCPSJanuary #NewYearNewGoals

Today, sixth-grade social studies students at Page Middle School had an extraordinary experience with a special guest: Mr. John Rollinson. 🌟 Visiting Gloucester County from York County, he provided a unique glimpse into life during the American Colonial Period and the Revolutionary War. Mr. Rollinson, who became one of the wealthiest individuals in the region, brought history to life for our students. 💼 His engaging stories about Colonial Virginia captivated the students, sparking their imagination and interest in the past. 📚✨ The role of Mr. John Rollinson was brought to life by historical interpreter Mr. James Cameron, whose impressive resume includes performances at the National Archives, Virginia History Museum, Jamestown and Yorktown Museums, and Howard University. 🎭 We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Gloucester Education Foundation Grant for making this enriching opportunity possible for Ms. Jenny Hart-Berndt and Ms. Christine Poteet's students. 🌟 #historyiscool #historyalive #johnrollinson 🏛️📜🗺️

🎉A Special Surprise for Our Abingdon Panthers 🎉 Abingdon Elementary showered each of our amazing students with a thoughtful gift, ensuring that everyone feels the love and support from our school community. A heartfelt thank you to Ami McCollough for organizing this wonderful gesture for our Abingdon Panthers! 🐾✨ We are so grateful to everyone who came together to make this happen. From the wrapping helpers and gift buyers, to those who helped donate, your kindness truly makes our school a special place! 💫❤️ #AbingdonElementary #PantherPride #CommunitySupport

🎉🎅 Bethel Elementary Breakfast with Santa🎅🎉 A big thank you to all our families and students for joining us at this fantastic event! The excitement of our students filled the morning and your participation made it a wonderful experience! We also want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our teachers and staff for volunteering their time and for always showing your incredible support. You truly make a difference! A special shoutout to our administrators and our Community Engagement Coordinator for working behind the scenes to make this event possible. Thank you! A huge thank you to our Food Service Team for preparing and providing a delicious breakfast for everyone who entered the doors to enjoy! We appreciate our amazing Bethel Bears community! ❤️🥞✨#familiesaspartners #BethelBears #CommunityEngagement

🎅✨ Breakfast with Santa at Achilles Elementary🎄🍽️ A huge thank you to all of our families and students who came out this morning! So many happy faces sharing in this special time together. Even our very own Principal Edwards got to visit the big guy! We extend our heartfelt thanks to our amazing teachers, staff, and administrators for their support. A special shoutout to our Community Engagement Coordinator and the Achilles PTA for organizing such a wonderful event. Also a big thank you to our Food Services Team for the delicious food that filled so many bellies and brought smiles to so many faces! We can't wait to see everyone at our next event! 💖 #AchillesElementary #BreakfastWithSanta #CommunityConnectedness

✨ The comfort and joy of the holiday season! ✨🎄 The GHS HOSA (Future Health Professionals) recently spent a meaningful day at Heron Cove, spreading holiday cheer by decorating Christmas cookies with residents, playing games, painting nails, giving relaxing hair massages, and more! 💅🍪🎉 Our amazing students and their dedicated teacher, Mrs. Suzanne Nester, led this wonderful event. 👏🌟 Awesome work and a great representation of student leadership during this festive season! 🎁🎄💖#GHSHOSA #ComfortAndJoy #CommunitySupport

🎅🥞 What a wonderful time we had at Abingdon Elementary's Breakfast with Santa! A heartfelt thank you to all our families and students for joining us for this special event. We extend our gratitude to the GCPS Food Services Team for the delicious breakfast and to our amazing teachers, staff, administrators, and Community Engagement Coordinator for making this event such a success! Your support truly makes our community shine! 🎉❤️ #BreakfastWithSanta #AbingdonElementary #CommunitySpirit