GMS Sunday Message
May 14, 2023
Thank You!
Tomorrow, Monday, May 15, we will have therapy dogs throughout the day. All week long, there will be opportunities for students to process with our GCPS Mental Health team.
If your student needs support or a 1:1 check-in, please reach out to our school counselors, Ms. Blackley and Ms. Powell, and/or encourage your child complete the school counseling request form on their iPads at any time.
Monday, May 15th is a DAY 2
Please review this newsletter carefully & click the links within.
Have a great evening and make it a great week!
Your wish has been granted....
6th Grade will eat last, in the "normal" 8th grade slot.
SOLs begin this week!
SOL Testing @ GMS
Please use this link to access important detailed information on the SOL testing schedule, bell schedule, asynchronous learning days, and the optional early dismissal request form.
Goochland Middle School's SOL testing Early Release Days are scheduled for Friday, May 19, and Friday, May 26.
Please read through the GMS SOL Letter to prepare your student for a successful testing day.
Happening this week....
May 17: Math SOL
May 19: History SOL
May 19: 8th grade Dance @ 7
Planning ahead....
May 22: Immunizations Clinic @ GHS
May 24: Reading SOL
May 24: Rising 6th grade - Family Night @ 6 PM
May 26: Science SOL
May 29: NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
5/30 - 6/2: SOL retakes/make-ups
June 2: 8th grade Moving on Ceremony @ 9:15 AM
June 6: 8th grade Field Trip / 6th grade Awards Ceremony @ 9:30 AM / 7th grade Awards Ceremony @ 10:30 / 6th & 7th Grade Field Day, 12:00 – 3:30pm
June 7: LAST Day of School / Early Dismissal @ 1:35
8th Graders and Parents, We have extended the due date for the dance form and payment to Tuesday, May 16.
Here is the packet if you need a new copy. Payments for the dance may be made online here.
Permission form and payment for the field trip to Busch Gardens is still due by Friday, May 19.
Questions? Email Ms. Hope, mhope@glnd.k12.va.us, or Ms. Cosby, jcosby@glnd.k12.va.us
GMS Spirit Wear Store: Click on the link to get started! https://1stplace.sale/97320 Thank you for supporting GMS!
Middle School Intersession Courses
- French Cuisine 101
- Come cook and indulge in French cuisine with Ms. Tynes and Ms. Johnson. Students will dish up delicious desserts like crêpes to savory dishes like ratatouille. Bon appétit!
- The Great Escape
- Do you like solving cryptic puzzles, finding hidden clues, accomplishing unique tasks, and working as a team? Come and challenge your mind to think outside the box as your problem solving skills are tested in new ways. You will work together to create your own escape room using your new critical thinking skills and knowledge. Will you escape or be stuck with us for the summer?
- The Game of Life
- This life skills program will teach about applying daily living skills, social skills, job skills, health and nutrition, community awareness and money management. Learning life skills will help students understand who they are and what they want out of life. This in turn will create a better future for themselves and for the world around them.
- ExploreVA
- Wanna take day trips to see amazing things Virginia has to offer? ExploreVA will allow students to research various places in Virginia and learn through exploration.
- Helping Hands
- Join us for a fun filled, four-day community service camp. Helping Hands provides students with volunteer hours as they travel to local community non-profits. Students will learn the importance of giving back and teamwork. These experiences can be used for resume building, college applications, and fulfilling community service hours for school clubs and organizations. We are Helping Hands!
School Required Immunizations Clinic on 5/22 in the GHS Learning Commons, 12:30 - 3:00pm
GCPS will hold a vaccine clinic for school-required immunizations on Monday, May 22nd, during afternoon school hours for rising 7th and 12th graders. The Tdap Booster, Meningococcal (MenACYW), and HPV vaccines will be administered in the GHS Learning Commons between the hours of 12:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. (NOTE: HPV is recommended but not required for school attendance). Parents do not need to be present but will need to provide written consent for the vaccination to occur.
Please complete this Vaccination Pre-registration form by Thursday, May 18th, if you are interested in your child attending the vaccine clinic. With the exception of HPV, these vaccines are required prior to the first day of 7th and 12th grades.
Please contact Shara Mullins, GMS Nurse, at 804-556-5320 or smullins@glnd.k12.va.us if you have any questions.
GMS course recommendations and request sheets for the 23.24 School Year
The GMS course recommendations and request sheets were mailed home to current 6th and 7th grade families this week. Within the envelope, you will find a letter and form to return to your student’s current school counselor the week after spring break.
Please confirm that your student’s course sheet has a total of 8 “primary” credits: an English, Math, Science, and History course, and electives. There may also be “alternate” electives. Please write directly on the form any concerns, such as missing a class, too many, or too little credits, etc.. The GMS counselors will make all adjustments as needed before the start of the 23-24 school year.
Family Life Education - Family Life Education will be held during the week of May 22. Please review the following forms, sign and return them to your student's PE Teacher IF you wish for your child to be opted out of the program.
Loaner iPads
* Students whose iPads are out for a fix or repair will not count towards this loaner limit.
Information from Goochland County Public Schools:
Here Comes the Bus App
Check it out: HERE COMES THE BUS APP
We hope you enjoy it!
We are excited to share a new partnership with the YMCA and Feed More.
Feed More's Market Bus will make stops each week at alternating locations including Byrd, Randolph, and the YMCA. The Market Bus will provide free fruits, vegetables, and other food items for free to children in need. A few things to note with the bus...
- The bus is only for children ages 6-18.
- Children must accompany the parent/adult. Only children are allowed to go onto the bus to shop. Parents/adults will not be allowed on the bus. (This is Feed More's policy.)
- The bus does not require any proof of income etc. to shop the bus.
GCPS is accepting applications for preschool for the 2023-2024 school year
Goochland County Public Schools is accepting applications for preschool for the 2023-2024 school year! Goochland has preschool classrooms at each of its three elementary schools. These preschool programs are full-day programs and transportation to and from school is provided. Our preschool programs at Byrd Elementary School are for three- and four-year-olds. Our preschool programs at Randolph and Goochland Elementary Schools are for four-year-olds. You can apply for preschool using this online application. Click here to learn more about our preschool programs.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Jennifer Waggener via email (jwaggener@glnd.k12.va.us) or phone (804-556-5625).
GCPS is here to help support our families! Please let us know how we can help!!
Bulldog Basketball Camp for Boys!
Stay Connected @ GMS!
Admin & School Counseling
Principal: Mr. Mason
Students last name A - K:
Ms. Strickler, Dean of Students
Ms. Powell, School Counselor
Students last name L - Z:
Mr. Gordon, Assistant Principal
Ms. Blackley, School Counselor
Front Office
Ms. Davis, Attendance Secretary and Registrar
Ms. Mullins, School Nurse
Ms. Hobbs, Front Office Secretary and Bookkeeper
Main Office #:
(804) 556-5320
Social Media
We would love for you to follow us to stay up-to-date with GMS happenings and to see a glimpse of the greatness happening daily at Goochland Middle School on Website / Facebook / Instagram / Twitter!
In addition, Parent can Opt-In to receive text messages. Don’t miss important GMS information and notifications. To Opt-in Text “Start” to 98900.