Gloucester High School

🚧 Get ready to build some school spirit, GHS! We're inviting all students and staff to join us for a construction-themed Spirit Day on Thursday. Gear up in neon shirts, construction vests, or hard hats, and show your school pride. Let’s rally together and support our teams in style! 🦺💪 #GHSSpiritDay #BuildTheSpirit #GoDukes

We were thrilled to welcome GHS students to the 2024-2025 school year! 🎉 Students were greeted by our dedicated staff and the amazing SCA, setting the tone for an incredible year ahead. #WelcomeBack #GHS2024 #GoDukes

Free breakfast and lunch are available for all enrolled GCPS students! Check the graphic for details!

📸 Smile! School Picture Day is coming up on Monday, September 16th & Tuesday, September 17th. Don’t forget to dress your best and capture the moment! #PictureDay #SayCheese #GoDukes

Mark your calendars! Check our website and social media for the most up-to-date information.

📢 Welcome back, everyone! Dr. Stefan Mygas kicked off our first day with a warm welcome to all staff, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. 🎉 While we missed having a traditional faculty meeting, the energy was high as colleagues reconnected, shared smiles, and marveled at the incredible construction progress that’s transforming our campus. 🏗️✨ Here’s to a great start and an even greater year! #BackToSchool #GoDukes

📢 Informational Listening Sessions Join us for our upcoming Informational Listening Sessions! These sessions are an excellent opportunity for open conversation and an overview of our strategic plan for the new school year. We invite all community members to attend and share their insights.

Gloucester High School does not have a school supply list, however, teachers will provide a syllabus that lists requested supplies at our Open House scheduled for Tuesday, August 20th. We encourage you to purchase basic supplies such as ink pens, pencils, loose-leaf paper, a 3-ring binder, a basic set of headphones/earbuds to use with Chromebooks and anything else that you feel will help your student start the year off with success.

As we gear up for the new school year, here’s a quick overview of key dates and events in August. Remember, for the most up-to-date and detailed information, be sure to check your school's website regularly. 🔍📲 Stay informed and prepared by downloading the GCPS App from your app store. #BackToSchool #AugustEvents #SchoolCommunity # GoDukes

UPDATED 7/22/24 : Fall Sports Tryouts: You must have a valid VHSL sports physical on file, they are valid from May 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 – all physicals dated before May 1, 2024 have expired. Students must be in grades 8 – 12 and be enrolled as a GCPS student. Students must meet both the VHSL & GCPS eligibility requirements for grades & GPA (listed on the GHS athletic page) Coach’s names and emails are listed on the GHS athletics page. Golf: July 29th & 30th @ Piankatank Golf Course – 5:00pm – 7:00pm Football: August 1st – GHS football practice field – 6:00pm – 8:30pm Competition Cheer: August 1st & 2nd – GHS Aux Gym – 9:00am – 12:00pm Field Hockey: August 5th & 6th – GHS field hockey practice field – 7:00am – 10:00am & 5:00pm – 7:00pm; August 7th – 7:00am – 10:00am Girls Volleyball: August 5th – GHS Main Gym – 5:30pm – 8:30pm; August 6th – 3:00pm – 6:00pm Boys Volleyball: August 5th – GHS Main Gym – 4:30pm – 6:30pm; August 6th & 7th – 5:00pm – 7:00pm Cross Country: To be determined.

🚓✨ Highlighting Our Amazing Students! ✨🚓 We are incredibly proud of our students who participated in the VA State Police and Leadership Academy. These young leaders showcased their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. #GoDukes

🎉 Congratulations to our amazing athletes who were recently recognized by the Peninsula Sports Club as the Most Outstanding Players in their respective sports! 🏆 🌟 Autumn Cookson - Softball - Freshman 🌟 Reese Miller - Field Hockey - Junior 🌟 Gavin Pham - Boys Volleyball - Senior We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Keep shining and inspiring us all! 👏 #GHSAthletes #MostOutstandingPlayer #GoDukes

Gloucester High School does not have a school supply list, however, teachers will provide a syllabus that lists requested supplies at our Open House scheduled for Tuesday, August 20th. We encourage you to purchase basic supplies such as ink pens, pencils, loose-leaf paper, a 3-ring binder, a basic set of headphones/earbuds to use with Chromebooks and anything else that you feel will help your student start the year off with success.

📣 Attention all golfers! ⛳️ Golf tryouts are scheduled for July 29th and 30th from 5-7 PM at the Piankatank Golf Course. Make sure your physicals are on file with the school or bring them to Coach Wymer on the day of tryouts. If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Wymer. See you on the green! 🌟 #GolfTryouts #GHS #StudentAthletes

Here's our July Calendar at a Glance. Stay connected by visiting our division and school websites throughout the summer. Enjoy your break!

🌞🍎 Calling GHS Student Volunteers! 🍎🌞 We are seeking enthusiastic high school student volunteers to help pack our summer meal bags! This is a fantastic opportunity for those needing community service hours for clubs or organizations. 📍 Locations: Achilles, Petsworth, and Page 🗓️ Various days and hours available! Join us in making a difference this summer. Your time and effort will help ensure our community has access to nutritious meals. 🌟 Interested? Please contact Raven Carlton at Central Food Service for more details and to sign up! #CommunityService #VolunteerOpportunity #SummerMeals #StudentVolunteers #GoDukes

Support our CTE department! We have two chicken coops ready for your feathered friends! 4x4x7. $500. Reach out to Jodie Simpson or Tim Extine with questions or to purchase.

Tryouts for the GHS golf team will be held starting on July 29th. Time and location are to be determined and will be updated as soon as possible. All participants need to have a physical on file with the school ON OR BEFORE the start of the tryout date. (This is a VHSL requirement). Contact Coach Wymer with any questions ([email protected])

If you didn't keep your Chromebook but need one for summer school, you can pick up a device at the GHS Main Office. Stop by Monday through Thursday between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.

Summer Conditioning & Tryout Dates for Fall and Winter Sports: You must have a valid VHSL sports physical on file, they are valid May 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 – ALL Physicals from this school year will expire on June 30th. Students must be in grades 8 – 11 and a GCPS student Coach’s names and emails are listed on the GHS athletics page. No teams will have practice July 1st – 5th Football @ GHS starting June 10th: June – Monday through Thursday 5:00pm – 7:00pm – practice fields July – Monday through Thursday 8:00am – 10:00am or 5:00pm – 7:00pm – weight room; Tuesday & Thursday 7:00pm – 8:00pm practice field Girls Volleyball @ Achilles starting June 10th: Mondays – 6:30pm – 8:30pm; Fridays – 5:30pm – 7:30pm Girls Basketball @ Peasley starting June 10th: Tuesdays & Wednesdays – 5:30pm – 7:00pm; Adding days starting in July – weight room Mondays & Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:00pm Boys Basketball @ Peasley June 10th: Mondays 6:00pm – 8:00pm; Tuesdays & Wednesday 7:00pm – 9:00pm Field Hockey @ GHS stating June 10th: Monday & Thursday – 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Back practice field Tryout Dates – Fall Sports: Golf – July 29th Football & Cheer – August 1st @ GHS Field Hockey, Volleyball & Cross Country – August 5th @ GHS