September 13th Eagle Weekly Family Message

PTSA Meeting (Virtual) 9/17/24

We would love for our Eagle Families to join our virtual PTSA meeting Tuesday, September 17th @ 7:00 pm. We will discuss the calendar and upcoming events.

Here is the google meeting link https://meet.google.com/xzy-yekh-ohr


Advanced Programs Information Night

Goochland’s Advanced Programs Information Night will take place on Wednesday September 25th from 6:00 to 7:30pm in the GMS/GHS auditorium.

For questions, contact Dr. Beth Fowler at bfowler@glnd.k12.va.us.

This event is most relevant for current 8th grade families interested in applying to any of the advanced high school programs, however, all grade levels welcome!



7th Grade Families: SOS Program

During the weeks of September 23rd and September 30th, school counselors will visit Health and PE 7 classes to teach students about mental health and how to seek assistance if they are worried about themselves or a friend. GCPS uses a program called “SOS: Signs of Suicide.” This program teaches students about this difficult topic and encourages them to seek help.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s participation in this program please contact Principal, Matthew Mason at mmason@glnd.k12.va.us or School Counselor, Caroline Powell at cpowell@glnd.k12.va.us.


Attention, 6th graders! The GMS SCA (Student Council Association) is looking for 4 students to serve as their class representatives on our SCA team! We need a President, Vice President, Secretary/Historian, and Treasurer. If you are interested in being a voice for your classmates, building GMS school spirit, helping out with pep rallies, and other leadership activities, please see Mrs. Dewey in the Learning Commons (LC) to pick up an application. Applications are available through September 24 but are due NO LATER THAN Wednesday, Sept. 25. If we have multiple students sign up for each position, we will hold elections at the beginning of October. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Dewey.


Peru Trip Opportunity!

GMS students,

Have you always dreamed of traveling the world?! Want to help out a community while learning about their culture?

Ms. Alvis is offering a service-learning trip to Peru in Summer 2026, and you are invited! To find out more about this opportunity, share this link with a parent or guardian to sign up for the informational meeting next Thursday.


NOW is the perfect time to ensure you have access to these helpful Online Payment Systems to utilize throughout the school year!

*The student ID number will be needed for the initial set up. If you or your students do not know their student ID (aka: Lunch Number) email Tracy Davis or call GMS @ 804.556.5320 for assistance.


LOOKINGAHEAD....

Monday, 9/16 - Day 1

  • Secondary Complex Bus Evacuation Drill

Tuesday, 9/17 - Day 2

Wednesday, 9/18 - Day 1

  • MP1 Interim

Thursday, 9/19 - Day 2

  • Volleyball HOME @ 4:30

  • Soccer HOME @ 4:30

Friday, 9/20 - Day 1

September 23-30: SOS through Health & PE

September 25: Goochland's Advanced Programs Info Night, 6pm - 7:30pm GMS/GHS Auditorium

September 27: ROCK your School day!

September 30 - October 4: Homecoming Spirit-Week

October 8: Secondary Complex Fire Drill

October 16 & 17: School Picture Day (more info to come)

October 17: The Great ShakeOut - Statewide Earthquake Drill

October 17: Early Dismissal Day & the END of MP1

October 18: Student Holiday + GCPS Parent/Teacher Conference Day, 11 - 6 PM (more info to come)


Backpacks of Love


Dear Parents/Guardians,

Backpacks of Love, Inc. is a local charity that was formed to provide food for school children over the weekend. Children who are in need of such food will receive a small bag of food & snacks on the last day of the school week. The food exchange will be handled in a discreet manner with only the guidance counselor, teacher & child aware of what is occurring.
Backpacks of Love has been providing food for families since 2011 & is expanding to accept
more families. This letter is acting as an invitation to you & your child to participate in the
voluntary program. By completing the form below and returning it to the guidance
counselor you are agreeing to participate in the program.
We want everyone that needs food bags to receive them. Because the food is limited, please do not request the bags unless there is a true need. Let the school know if circumstances change.
The form at the bottom of this page will help the school to determine who is eligible. Backpacks of Love will not be responsible for how the food is used nor responsible for determining the safety of the food in allergy or food sensitivity situations, as that responsibility falls to the parents/guardians.
Please fill out & return the attached form if you want your child to receive the weekend food
bags.
Thank you,
Matt Henke -Executive Director - director@backpacksoflove.org - (804)350-1127