GCPS Weather Update-Schedule Changes for February 19, 20 & 21, 2025 Dear GCPS Families, The National Weather Center has declared a Winter Storm Warning for Gloucester, VA, with significant snowfall and anticipated widespread power outages. To prioritize safety and allow families time to prepare, we are adjusting our schedule for the next three days. Wednesday, February 19-Snow Day (Schools Closed-No school for students or staff) Thursday, February 20-Remote Learning Day Friday, February 21-Remote Learning Day What to Expect for Remote Learning (Thursday & Friday): PreK-5 Students: o Learning packets should be completed at your own pace. o Completed work should be returned to teachers on the first day back to school. Grades 6-12 Students: o Assignments will be available on Canvas and should be completed at your own pace. o Students can contact their teachers via email, Canvas, or TEAMS for any questions or support. Make Up Instructional Time To make up in-person instructional time, March 27 and May 2 have been converted to full student days. Students in high school level courses may be required to make up additional instructional time to meet course requirements. More information will be released in the coming week. Technology Assistance: Students needing technical support can reach the GCPS IT Help Desk at helpdesk@gc.k12.va.us. Staff Expectations: o Wednesday (Snow Day): No work for students or staff. o Thursday & Friday (Remote Learning Days): o Teachers & Instructional staff will work remotely and be available by email during the workday. o Central Office & 12-month school-based staff will also work remotely. o Maintenance, Transportation, and Facilities staff should report as directed by their supervisors. School Board Meeting o The School Board Budget Work Session is rescheduled to Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. o The School Board Closed Session will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. All after school activities while schools are remote or closed are cancelled or rescheduled. With hazardous conditions expected, we encourage all families to make necessary storm preparations and stay safe. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed. Sincerely, Anthony Vladu, Ed.D. Gloucester County Public Schools Superintendent

GCPS Weather Update-Schedule Changes for February 19th to 21st 2025

GCPS News

February 18, 2025

GCPS Weather Update-Schedule Changes for February 19, 20 & 21, 2025

Dear GCPS Families,

The National Weather Center has declared a Winter Storm Warning for Gloucester, VA, with significant snowfall and anticipated widespread power outages. To prioritize safety and allow families time to prepare, we are adjusting our schedule for the next three days.

Wednesday, February 19-Snow Day (Schools Closed-No school for students or staff)

Thursday, February 20-Remote Learning Day

Friday, February 21-Remote Learning Day

What to Expect for Remote Learning (Thursday & Friday):

PreK-5 Students:

  • Learning packets should be completed at your own pace.

  • Completed work should be returned to teachers on the first day back to school.

Grades 6-12 Students:

  • Assignments will be available on Canvas and should be completed at your own pace.

  • Students can contact their teachers via email, Canvas, or TEAMS for any questions or support.

Make Up Instructional Time

To make up in-person instructional time, March 27 and May 2 have been converted to full student days.

Students in high school level courses may be required to make up additional instructional time to meet course requirements.  More  information will be released in the coming week. 

Technology Assistance:

Students needing technical support should reach out to their teachers to start a Help Desk Ticket.

Staff Expectations:

  • Wednesday (Snow Day): No work for students or staff.

  • Thursday & Friday (Remote Learning Days):

  • Teachers & Instructional staff will work remotely and be available by email during the workday.

  • Central Office & 12-month school-based staff will also work remotely.

  • Maintenance, Transportation, and Facilities staff should report as directed by their supervisors.

School Board Meeting

  • The School Board Budget Work Session is rescheduled to Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

  •  The School Board Closed Session will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

All after school activities while schools are remote or closed are cancelled or rescheduled. 

With hazardous conditions expected, we encourage all families to make necessary storm preparations and stay safe. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.

Sincerely,

Anthony Vladu, Ed.D.
Gloucester County Public Schools Superintendent