Goochland County Public Schools is now accepting applications for preschool for the 2021-2022 school year! GCPS offers preschool classes for children who are 4 years old at Randolph Elementary & Goochland Elementary, and for children who are 3 and 4 years old at Byrd Elementary. Our preschool programs are free to eligible families and transportation is … [Read more...] about Preschool Applications for the 2021-2022 School Year
Mental Health Support Available to Students Over the Summer
We understand the last several months have had a dramatic and direct effect on the social and emotional well-being of children and teens. We want you to know that mental health support is available this summer for any student experiencing significant emotional distress. The division’s mental health counselor is available to offer individualized support to students experiencing … [Read more...] about Mental Health Support Available to Students Over the Summer
Have You Thanked A School Nurse Today?
May 6, 2020 is National School Nurse Day and we would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful school nurses for all they do to promote health and wellness for our students and our community! School nurses not only care for students who are not feeling well, but they also monitor and treat students with chronic health conditions, act as the … [Read more...] about Have You Thanked A School Nurse Today?
We Are Here For You!
We hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy during this unexpected season of COVID-19. We understand this season presents many difficult and unanticipated challenges to our community and world. The Mental Health Team for Goochland County Public Schools invites you to reach out if you have any questions concerning your child. We are available to connect with your … [Read more...] about We Are Here For You!
Spreading Awareness, Kindness, and Inclusion
April is Autism Awareness month and Goochland staff spread messages of kindness, inclusion, and autism awareness through a variety of activities. In previous years, GCPS staff wear blue on Light It Up Blue day, teachers plan lessons about autism, kindness, and inclusion, and students create products to spread messages of kindness and inclusion around our schools. This year, our … [Read more...] about Spreading Awareness, Kindness, and Inclusion