🗓️ Dukes, Mark Your Calendars for August!
August is going to move fast! Make sure to lock in these key dates for GHS:
🍎GHS Open House: Thursday, August 20th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
🎒First Day of School: Monday, August 24th
Check out the full calendar graphic below so you don't miss anything. See you soon, GHS! 💛🔴
August is going to move fast! Make sure to lock in these key dates for GHS:
🍎GHS Open House: Thursday, August 20th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
🎒First Day of School: Monday, August 24th
Check out the full calendar graphic below so you don't miss anything. See you soon, GHS! 💛🔴
🏑 Join the Team. Field Hockey Tryouts are officially here!
Show up ready to work hard and earn your spot. Here’s the schedule for the week:
📅 TRYOUT SCHEDULE
Mon & Tue: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM AND 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wed: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Teams announced immediately after!)
👨👩👧 PARENT MEETING - Wed @ 7:00 PM
Show up ready to work hard and earn your spot. Here’s the schedule for the week:
📅 TRYOUT SCHEDULE
Mon & Tue: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM AND 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wed: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Teams announced immediately after!)
👨👩👧 PARENT MEETING - Wed @ 7:00 PM
🚗 2026–2027 Student Parking Pass Sales!
It’s almost time to secure your spot for the upcoming school year! Sales open first for seniors, followed by juniors the following week. Please review the schedule and requirements below before heading over:
Senior Sales: Starts Monday, August 3 (8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for the first week). Hours adjust to 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. starting August 10 through the start of school.
Junior Sales: Begins the week of August 10 (8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.).
To receive your pass, you must bring a signed and completed Student Parking Pass Application , along with a printed copy or screenshot of your SchoolCash Online receipt. Passes will not be issued without both required items!
📢 The 2026–2027 Returning Student Annual Update is now open!
Parents/Guardians can complete required forms through the PowerSchool Parent Portal or via the Snapcode link sent by email. Please contact your school's main office with any questions.
📚 Open House is almost here!📚
Join us August 18–20 as we kick off the 2026–27 school year. Visit your school's website and social media for the most up-to-date information. We look forward to welcoming our students and families back!
Join us August 18–20 as we kick off the 2026–27 school year. Visit your school's website and social media for the most up-to-date information. We look forward to welcoming our students and families back!
🚨 GHS Back-to-School Updates! 🚨
We are getting ready for an amazing school year! Swipe through the graphics to check out three important updates as you prepare for the fall:
📲 Returning Student Forms: A quick reminder to all parents and guardians to sign into PowerSchool and complete your returning student forms as soon as possible.
🗓️ Save the Date: Open House at Gloucester High School is happening on Thursday, August 20th! Mark your calendars. We can't wait to see you!
📝 School Supplies: GHS does not have a school-wide supply list. Instead, your teachers will hand out lists during Open House. In the meantime, we’ve put together a few suggested items to help you get a head start on back to school shopping.
✨See you soon, Dukes! ✨ #GHS #GloucesterHighSchool #BackToSchool #GoDukes
We are getting ready for an amazing school year! Swipe through the graphics to check out three important updates as you prepare for the fall:
📲 Returning Student Forms: A quick reminder to all parents and guardians to sign into PowerSchool and complete your returning student forms as soon as possible.
🗓️ Save the Date: Open House at Gloucester High School is happening on Thursday, August 20th! Mark your calendars. We can't wait to see you!
📝 School Supplies: GHS does not have a school-wide supply list. Instead, your teachers will hand out lists during Open House. In the meantime, we’ve put together a few suggested items to help you get a head start on back to school shopping.
✨See you soon, Dukes! ✨ #GHS #GloucesterHighSchool #BackToSchool #GoDukes
This is a reminder for students who have requested EMT, Nurse Aide, and/or PCT that each student and one parent/guardian must attend the orientation August 13th at 6pm in the cafeteria. Students with guardians that attended the May session do not have to attend August. Students who do not attend at least one of the orientation sessions that were offered may be removed from the course.
❤️💛Welcome home Crystal! ❤️💛
Congratulations to Crystal Thompson, the new Assistant Principal of Gloucester High School!
Crystal Thompson has been appointed as the next Assistant Principal of Gloucester High School. Crystal has dedicated her career to Gloucester County Public Schools, most recently serving as the division's K-12 Instructional Coordinator. In that role, she partnered with schools across the division to strengthen instruction, support professional learning, analyze student achievement data, and improve outcomes for all students.
Prior to joining the division leadership team, Crystal served as a highly respected special education teacher at Gloucester High School, where she built lasting relationships with students and families. Her collaborative leadership, instructional expertise, and unwavering commitment to student success have earned the respect of colleagues throughout the division.
Crystal knows Gloucester High School, its traditions, and its community, and we are excited to see the impact she will make in this new leadership role. Congratulations, Crystal!
Congratulations to Crystal Thompson, the new Assistant Principal of Gloucester High School!
Crystal Thompson has been appointed as the next Assistant Principal of Gloucester High School. Crystal has dedicated her career to Gloucester County Public Schools, most recently serving as the division's K-12 Instructional Coordinator. In that role, she partnered with schools across the division to strengthen instruction, support professional learning, analyze student achievement data, and improve outcomes for all students.
Prior to joining the division leadership team, Crystal served as a highly respected special education teacher at Gloucester High School, where she built lasting relationships with students and families. Her collaborative leadership, instructional expertise, and unwavering commitment to student success have earned the respect of colleagues throughout the division.
Crystal knows Gloucester High School, its traditions, and its community, and we are excited to see the impact she will make in this new leadership role. Congratulations, Crystal!
🎓 Congratulations to our Gloucester High School Class of 2026 Summer Graduates!🎓
We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments at the Summer Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, July 28, at 3:00 PM in the Gloucester High School Auditorium.
Graduates participating in the ceremony will receive an email with additional details and information.
Congratulations, and best wishes on this exciting milestone! 🎉
We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments at the Summer Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, July 28, at 3:00 PM in the Gloucester High School Auditorium.
Graduates participating in the ceremony will receive an email with additional details and information.
Congratulations, and best wishes on this exciting milestone! 🎉
🏈 It's not too late to join Duke Football!
Football workouts are underway, and there's still time to get involved. If you're interested in becoming part of the Gloucester High School Football program, check out the workout and tryout schedule below.
Be sure to have a current VHSL physical and come prepared with cleats, sneakers, and workout attire.
Questions? Contact Coach Wenner.
#GoDukes #GHSFootball
Football workouts are underway, and there's still time to get involved. If you're interested in becoming part of the Gloucester High School Football program, check out the workout and tryout schedule below.
Be sure to have a current VHSL physical and come prepared with cleats, sneakers, and workout attire.
Questions? Contact Coach Wenner.
#GoDukes #GHSFootball
📢 The 2026–2027 Returning Student Annual Update is now open!
Parents/Guardians can complete required forms through the PowerSchool Parent Portal or via the Snapcode link sent by email. Please contact your school's main office with any questions.
📸 SENIOR PORTRAITS: Scheduling Portal Now Open! 📸
Parents and rising seniors, it’s time to check this major milestone off your list! The scheduling portal is now open for the senior portrait session on July 28th.
What you need to know:
📍 Flexibility: Students can book their session at our school OR at any other local school listed on the scheduling website.
⏳ Deadline: Online appointments must be made by 7:00 PM the evening before the scheduled picture day—no late sign-ups can be added to the daily list!
Check out the flyer below for full details, and head to the link below to reserve your timeslot today! 👇
www.pickatime.com/candidcolor/hamptonroads
Click here or visit the senior corner page of the GHS website to view the entire PDF Flyer
Parents and rising seniors, it’s time to check this major milestone off your list! The scheduling portal is now open for the senior portrait session on July 28th.
What you need to know:
📍 Flexibility: Students can book their session at our school OR at any other local school listed on the scheduling website.
⏳ Deadline: Online appointments must be made by 7:00 PM the evening before the scheduled picture day—no late sign-ups can be added to the daily list!
Check out the flyer below for full details, and head to the link below to reserve your timeslot today! 👇
www.pickatime.com/candidcolor/hamptonroads
Click here or visit the senior corner page of the GHS website to view the entire PDF Flyer
Several GHS Dukes have been actively exploring career opportunities this summer. Congratulations to those who participated in the RCC Welding and RCC Culinary Camps this week. Some students completed welding projects, while others created the spread for the awards ceremony; all gained valuable new skills. Additionally, students created vision boards and explored potential career pathways. Well done, Dukes!
🥎WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!🥎
GHS Softball is off to states! Join us in wishing them success. #GoDukes #RedAndGold
GHS Softball is off to states! Join us in wishing them success. #GoDukes #RedAndGold
📣 Missed cheer tryouts? Here's your chance!
Gloucester High School JV Cheer is holding an additional tryout opportunity for rising 8th–10th grade students on Wednesday, June 17, from 3:00–4:30 PM.
Interested students must have a signed handbook and a current physical on file. Tryouts will include jumps, tumbling, stunting, and a cheer presentation.
📋 The interest form can be found on the Athletics page of the GHS website.
Questions? Contact Destiny Horton at Destiny.Horton@gc.k12.va.us.
❤️💛 #GoDukes #GHSCheer #JVCheer
Gloucester High School JV Cheer is holding an additional tryout opportunity for rising 8th–10th grade students on Wednesday, June 17, from 3:00–4:30 PM.
Interested students must have a signed handbook and a current physical on file. Tryouts will include jumps, tumbling, stunting, and a cheer presentation.
📋 The interest form can be found on the Athletics page of the GHS website.
Questions? Contact Destiny Horton at Destiny.Horton@gc.k12.va.us.
❤️💛 #GoDukes #GHSCheer #JVCheer
📢 The 2026–2027 Returning Student Annual Update is now open!
Parents/Guardians can complete required forms through the PowerSchool Parent Portal or via the Snapcode link sent by email. Please contact your school's main office with any questions.
🌻😎🌞 Summer Camps for Students with Disabilities! 🌞😎🌻 Last Call to Enroll for the summer!!
DARS and Bloom are collaborating to provide summer camps to students with IEPs and 504's who are connected to DARS.
Bloom Summer Camp will take place at Page Middle School, July 13-16, 2026!
Skills covered include:
Job Site Tours
Mock Interviews
Job Skills Training
Independent Living Skills
At the completion of camp, students are treated to a pizza party! $25 gift cards given to students with perfect camp attendance!!
2. Bloom Work Experience
💼 What You’ll Get: 🎯 Who Can Join?
• Up to 120 Hours of Paid Work Experience • Students ages 16–21
• 1:1 Job Coaching & Support • Must have a 504 Plan or IEP and connected to DARS
• Work Close to Home
Both of these opportunities provide valuable work readiness skills and help students build the confidence, independence, and experience needed to become more employable in the future. From developing communication and teamwork skills to learning workplace expectations, these experiences are preparing students for success beyond the classroom! 💼✨
Please use the QR code on each flyer and fill out the interest form!!
You can also contact:
Jan-Marie Bard
Janmarie.bard@gc.k12.va.us
(804) 693-3257
DARS and Bloom are collaborating to provide summer camps to students with IEPs and 504's who are connected to DARS.
Bloom Summer Camp will take place at Page Middle School, July 13-16, 2026!
Skills covered include:
Job Site Tours
Mock Interviews
Job Skills Training
Independent Living Skills
At the completion of camp, students are treated to a pizza party! $25 gift cards given to students with perfect camp attendance!!
2. Bloom Work Experience
💼 What You’ll Get: 🎯 Who Can Join?
• Up to 120 Hours of Paid Work Experience • Students ages 16–21
• 1:1 Job Coaching & Support • Must have a 504 Plan or IEP and connected to DARS
• Work Close to Home
Both of these opportunities provide valuable work readiness skills and help students build the confidence, independence, and experience needed to become more employable in the future. From developing communication and teamwork skills to learning workplace expectations, these experiences are preparing students for success beyond the classroom! 💼✨
Please use the QR code on each flyer and fill out the interest form!!
You can also contact:
Jan-Marie Bard
Janmarie.bard@gc.k12.va.us
(804) 693-3257
🚗🚘😎Summer Opportunity for Students with Disabilities. 🚗🚘😎
Is your student struggling to pass the learner's permit test??? Enroll them in a virtual study course this summer!!
Is your student struggling to pass the learner's permit test??? Enroll them in a virtual study course this summer!!
🎓 Congratulations, Gloucester High School Class of 2026! 🎓
Take a moment to celebrate your hard work, achievements, and the memories you've made along the way. As you turn the page to your next chapter, know that your GHS family is proud of all you have accomplished and excited for all that lies ahead.
We invite our school community in celebrating the Class of 2026 by watching the graduation ceremony live from William & Mary's Kaplan Arena on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
📺 Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/WBwdSLRO2Fc?feature=share
Once a Duke, always a Duke. #GHSClassOf2026 #GoDukes #Graduation
Take a moment to celebrate your hard work, achievements, and the memories you've made along the way. As you turn the page to your next chapter, know that your GHS family is proud of all you have accomplished and excited for all that lies ahead.
We invite our school community in celebrating the Class of 2026 by watching the graduation ceremony live from William & Mary's Kaplan Arena on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
📺 Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/WBwdSLRO2Fc?feature=share
Once a Duke, always a Duke. #GHSClassOf2026 #GoDukes #Graduation
The finish line is in sight, Dukes! 🎓❤️💛 As we celebrate another successful school year, we want to thank our students, staff, families, and community for their dedication, hard work, and support. Here's to the memories we've made, the accomplishments we've achieved, and the exciting opportunities ahead. Have a safe, happy, and well-deserved summer!
#GHSDukes #DukePride #ClassOf2026 #GloucesterHighSchool
#GHSDukes #DukePride #ClassOf2026 #GloucesterHighSchool
