Goochland Middle School

🎓 Today, we celebrated our amazing fifth graders from Randolph Elementary as they took part in a heartfelt graduation ceremony! These future GMS students are ready for their next adventure, but they'll always carry a piece of Randolph with them. 💚💛 Once a Roadrunner, always a Roadrunner! 💫

🦈💡 Students in Mr. Tate’s Inventions and Innovations class at Goochland Middle School put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test in a recent Shark Tank-style challenge! After researching various medical conditions and disabilities, students designed adaptive technology devices to support individuals' needs. They used 3D printers to create functioning models or prototypes and pitched their inventions to a panel of “Sharks” made up of a school board member, an occupational therapist, and central office administrators. We’re proud of their innovative thinking, design skills, and confident presentations! 👏

Don't miss out on GCPS' upcoming Wellness Night! It is on May 14th from 5:00-7:00pm at the GHS Football Stadium. With a color run, food trucks, raffles and community organizations and vendors - you don't want to miss this event! #SOARingToGether

Teacher Appreciation Week is in full swing here at GMS! We love and appreciate all that our teachers and staff do every day! #SOARingToGether

6th grade students enjoyed an egg hunt to review literary elements for their upcoming SOL test! Thanks to Mrs. Potter for planning such a fun review day! #SOARingToGether

This weekend, the Goochland Drama Department presents SHREK THE MUSICAL! The musical features a cast and crew of over 70 students from GHS and GMS. Show dates and times are the following: - Friday @ 7 PM - Saturday @ 2 and 7 PM - Sunday @ 2 PM Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/443zuNZ.

Each year, we honor Rookies of the Year—staff members who have truly shined in their first year with GCPS. These individuals were nominated by their colleagues for their positive impact, professionalism, and the enthusiasm they’ve brought to their roles. Please join me in congratulating our 2025 GMS Rookie of the Year: Jessica Savage She exemplifies the heart, talent, and commitment that make GCPS such a special place to learn and work. #SOARingToGether

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Ms. Matthews and Ms. Davis! #SOARingToGether

🎉 Congratulations to our 2025 GCPS Rookies of the Year and Employee of the Year! 🎉 Each year, we recognize staff members who have made an incredible impact in their first year with Goochland County Public Schools. These individuals were nominated by their colleagues for their dedication, positivity, and excellence in their roles. 👏 Join us in celebrating our Rookies of the Year: 🌟 Sara Adams (Byrd Elementary) 🌟 Candace Morris (Goochland Elementary) 🌟 Jocelyn Pullen (Randolph Elementary) 🌟 Jessica Savage (Goochland Middle) 🌟 Kristen Borsari (Goochland High) We are also thrilled to recognize Barbara Hayden, Instructional Assistant at Byrd Elementary, as our GCPS Employee of the Year! Barbara is known for her kind and caring nature and her deep commitment to the students she supports each day. 💙 Help us congratulate these incredible team members who make GCPS such a special place to learn and grow!

Ms. Waldron and Ms. Flagg's class practice their roots and affixes by playing bingo! #SOARingToGether

This year's spring musical will be SHREK: THE MUSICAL. The performance dates/times are the following: Friday, April 25th at 7 PM Saturday, April 26th at 2 PM Saturday, April 26th at 7 PM Sunday, April 27th at 2 PM Ticket prices are $10 for students and $15 for adults. Purchase your tickets online at https://bit.ly/4eS3HCc. You can also buy tickets at the ticket booth with cash or check the day of the performance. Tickets for GCPS employees are free!

We’re so proud of our Girls 2 Women Circle. Through mentoring, leadership, and community building, these young women grew in confidence and character. Congratulations on a great year! #SOARingToGether

Registration is open for our summer STEM camps! Don't miss out on Carbon Cruisers or Bot Builders! Oh the places STEM can take you! #SOARingToGether

Students voted for their favorite teachers and staff members as part of the Student Choice Awards, sponsored by our Student PBIS Team. Winners were celebrated with a Certificate of Appreciation and a sweet treat for making a positive impact on our school. Congratulations to all of our amazing staff!

This week, we celebrate National Library Week! GMS appreciates all Ms. Dewey and Ms. Palmer do! #SOARingToGether

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at STEM Camp 2025! Join us for A Children’s Engineering/STEM Initiative: Think, Plan, and Build - 21st Century Skills! Dates: June 3–6, 2025 Time: 8:30–11:45 AM Location: Goochland High School (GHS) Cost: $125 (payments made through OSP) Registration Deadline: May 16, 2025 Students from PK-8th grade will dive into hands-on experiences like building barns and baking bread, exploring the fascinating world of sharks, racing CO₂-powered cars, and designing robots for competition! Spaces are limited, so don’t wait—register today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq4FsMOtOe9AMsxWu3IyxyvK8ee-96anF4LMzZg6dEWyXVtQ/viewform

It is Assistant Principal Week and GMS appreciates all Mr. Gordon does for us! #SOARingToGether

Mr. Montgomery's 8th Grade Video & Media Technology students had the opportunity to visit GHS, where they collaborated with Mr. Rose's Video & Game Design course. During the visit, students engaged in hands-on experiences by playing and evaluating games developed by high school students, providing constructive feedback to enhance game quality. Additionally, they toured the Video Production room, gaining valuable insight into high school-level media programs. This experience not only fostered their interest in game design and video production but also provided an exciting preview of the opportunities available to them in high school. #SOARingToGether

This past Friday, GMS had some visitors all the way from Suffolk! Mr. Seneca and Mr. Rau came up to put on an amazing break out room for Mr. Beasley's Technology Foundations classes. There was a Mastermind in the room who stole a gem and students had to figure out who it was! #SOARingToGether

Congratulations to Ms. Parks for being awarded the Innovative Teacher Award by GRAETC during the EdTechRVA Conference! #SOARingToGether