GHS families: GHS strives to keep all students and staff safe in accordance with division guidelines. All GCPS students go through security and weapons detectors each morning. In addition to this, the school also conducts random classroom safety checks. This is a reminder that the GHS security team will continue to conduct the classroom checks this school year. They take 20-25 minutes and occur roughly twice a month. The checks will start this week (Sept 22nd). Please continue to encourage students to be careful not to bring prohibited items to school such as vapes and lighters. Thanks for your support!
College and Career Fair: The Gloucester Chapter of the NAACP will host a College and Career Fair on Thursday, October 9th from 5:00 pm until 7:30 pm in the gym. Representatives from over forty universities, colleges, and professional training schools will be on hand to discuss career options with students and their families. All GHS juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend.
Early Release Reminder: Wednesday, September 24th, is an early release day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:15 PM.
This Friday, September 26th, GHS recognizes National PTO/PTA Appreciation Day! This day is dedicated to honoring the hard work, commitment, and countless contributions of our parent volunteer groups. Their support strengthens our school community and enhances student success. We are truly grateful for all our parent volunteer groups do!
Congratulations to the 2025 Homecoming Court! Representing the freshmen class are Faith Timbal, Kylie Fox, Nolan Leffel, and Jackson Thornton. The sophomore class is represented by Summer Day, Carodie Walker, Izak Smith, and Kryshire Cooke. For the junior class you all elected Abbi Hassell, Kylie Jones, Brayl'n Johnson, and Fenton Scott. Seniors - your candidates for King and Queen are Alexandria Feliciano, Mylah Santiago, Peyton Sutton and Declan McCann, Paulo Ochoa-Zepeda, Maliq Jackson. Stay tuned for your chance to vote for this year's King and Queen"
A Night in Greece Homecoming tickets are on sale for Juniors and Seniors. Starting Monday morning, Sophomores and Freshmen may purchase tickets. They are $20 and are purchased through School Cash Online. Only GHS Students may attend. Limited tickets so don't wait to get yours! All sales are final."
Class float building will begin on Friday, September 26th from 2:50 to 9pm Come for a part or all of that time frame. Students must have a signed permission slip to stay. Contact your class officers, class sponsor, or go to your Classes Canvas page to get a permission slip.
The agriculture classes are taking orders for corsages and boutonnieres for the Homecoming dance. Please see Canvas for the order form and details. If you have questions contact Ms. Hypes in 226.
The first meeting of the Spanish Club will be Tuesday, September 23rd in Mrs. Lasseigne's room, Rm 140. We'll meet from 2:45-3:30
German club will have its rescheduled meeting on Thursday September 25 to celebrate "Duke-toberfest" and create friendship bracelets to share with staffulty and students. All are welcome! See you after school in room 141 and bring a friend!
Jostens will return to GHS on Tuesday, September 23rd, Jostens representatives will be in the Commons area, in front of the Auditorium, to take orders from juniors and seniors.
Student Drivers Tardy after 7:45am: Starting Monday, September 29th, any student drivers arriving after 7:45 a.m. must enter through the new main entrance doors. Please note, the old main entrance doors will now close at 7:45 a.m. instead of 8:00 a.m.
Open enrollment for our trip to Japan and South Korea is still open if you are still thinking about your next World Wide Trip. Remember this trip is open to families, friends, students, and community members. Spots are filling up and we are getting limited on space. Look on the GHS announcement page for the link to sign up and email your EF Group Leader Ms. Falkenberg – hilary.falkenberg@gc.k12.va.us if you have any questions or concerns. This will be a trip of a lifetime! Don’t miss out!- https://www.eftours.com/2937646BX
A big thank you to everyone who attended our meeting about the upcoming trip to Germany, Italy & Switzerland in Spring 2027! Enrollment is now open! There are only 20 spots available, and you can lock in your spot TODAY with only $95. Plus, enroll by September 26 and you’ll receive a $200 discount. As a reminder, EF also offers risk-free enrollment, which gives you the flexibility to cancel within 7 days for a full refund, just in case your plans change. Enroll now and check out the trip details here: www.eftours.com/2924406EN Reach out to christina.ballew@gc.k12.va.us with any questions!
Yearbooks are now available for pre-order on yearbookordercenter.com using code 4758.
Parking passes are now sold out. If you have already purchased a pass but have not yet selected your spot, please bring your completed parking pass application along with a screenshot or printed copy of your receipt to the Main Office.
Free/Reduced Meal applications are available online and paper applications are available in the GHS Main Office.
Demographics Form: All returning GCPS students received an email from PowerSchool with a link to update demographic and emergency contact information. Please be sure to log in and verify that all information is correct, and make any changes that are necessary. If you need any help with PowerSchool, or have any other questions, please call the GHS Main Office at (804)-693-2526.
Counseling
Parents and guardians of current seniors. The school counseling department has begun scheduling for your student. We would love for you to participate alongside your student. Please check out the GHS School Counseling Hub in Canvas for a sign up genius link for your student’s school counselor. Alternatively, you can send an e-mail to your child’s counselor as well to set up a time that works best for you.
Attention Juniors and Seniors: Admissions representatives from several colleges and universities are conducting information sessions here at the high school for interested GHS Juniors and Seniors this fall. This upcoming Thursday, September 25th, Mary Baldwin University will be here. To participate, please sign up through your Naviance account. E-hall passes will be sent to those who have signed up. Please see the Counseling Office if you have any questions.
Athletics
Gloucester High School pre-season baseball practice will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning on Tuesday, September 30th at the GHS baseball field. Please see the Duke update email for details. Players need to have an up to date VHSL physical on file to participate and need to bring footwear and clothing to be inside or out. Please contact Coach Kibler, Coach Hooker, or Coach Morande if you have any questions.
Please be advised, for safety reasons, students attending GHS home Varsity football games must sit in the stands unless going to the restroom or concession stand. There is no standing along the fence line or walking around the stadium edges.
Let’s Go Dukes!!