Spanish students have been learning about the country of Mexico and its national holiday, Dia de los Muertos which begins at midnight on Oct 31 and lasts until Nov 02. This is a Mexican holiday that was started by the Aztecs and dates back 3000 years ago. Students celebrated on the actual day with a fiesta that included traditional food such as pan de muerto and authentic Mexican fare such as tacos durados.
Sofia Belcher made the traditional bread, "Pan de Muerto" from scratch and Javier Ornate brought in homemade tacos durados to share with the class. .
Veterans' Day Program Invitation
Schools are closed Monday, November 6th and Tuesday, November 7th
Welcome VIRTUAL REALITY to GSMS! Ms. Surber's math class enjoyed a lesson of VR with our new PRISMS software deigned specifically for science and math.
Ms. Mossholder's Spanish Class prepares traditional foods for class.
Perfect Attendance NOVEMBER give-a-way
Fundraiser Reward Trip to JUST JUMP November 3rd ! Those students selling 2 boxes of candy or more qualify for a free trip to just jump. Waivers will go home today 10/31 and due back Thursday. Thank you for a successful fundraiser! All proceeds serve GSMS students.
Link your FOOD CITY VALUE CARD TO GSMS TODAY! Help our school earn cash on your Thanksgiving grocery list !
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We are honored that @GovernorVA visited Greendale Elementary and are thrilled that he and @lisacoons10 were willing to listen and elevate the work our staff is doing to ensure our students are exceeding expectations! #TheWashingtonWay #ElevateEducatorsVA
Thank you VA High School and Logan Childress, Emerging Technology Specialist, for letting GSMS visit your Virtual Reality Lab!
WCPS leaders are excited to be a part of the SWVA Leadership Conference today. Dr. Lisa Coons, Virginia DOE Superintendent kicked off the conference with encouraging and challenging expectations for the future of Education in Virginia. #WashingtonWay
Reminder- Schools will dismiss 2 hours early on 10/25/23. Childcare is available for working families until 3:30pm. Please call (276) 739 - 3800 if you need to use this service.
Good afternoon,
We were all heartbroken when we learned that Cameron Craig had lost his life in the line of duty as a local Firefighter. The services to honor his sacrifice will occur on Wednesday afternoon and the procession will have a tremendous impact on traffic in our community. In order to honor Cameron's ultimate sacrifice and to ensure that our buses and car traffic do not interfere with the procession, all Washington County Public Schools will dismiss 2 hours early on Wednesday, October 25. Childcare will be available at all middle and elementary schools for working families who need that service. Each school will provide individual details prior to Wednesday.
Thank you for your understanding. We know you join us in loving, supporting, and praying for everyone involved.
Thank you,
Keith Perrigan, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Public Schools
Good afternoon,
We were all heartbroken when we learned that Cameron Craig had lost his life in the line of duty as a local Firefighter. The services to honor his sacrifice will occur on Wednesday afternoon and the procession will have a tremendous impact on traffic in our community. In order to honor Cameron's ultimate sacrifice and to ensure that our buses and car traffic do not interfere with the procession, all Washington County Public Schools will dismiss 2 hours early on Wednesday, October 25. Childcare will be available at all middle and elementary schools for working families who need that service. Each school will provide individual details prior to Wednesday.
Thank you for your understanding. We know you join us in loving, supporting, and praying for everyone involved.
Thank you,
Keith Perrigan, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Public Schools
Are you curious about how our public schools are funded? Are you concerned about the future of education in Washington County? Join us for an informal talk and Q&A with WCPS Superintendent, Dr. Keith Perrigan.
Are you curious about how our public schools are funded? Are you concerned about the future of education in Washington County? Join us for an informal talk and Q&A with WCPS Superintendent, Dr. Keith Perrigan.
On behalf of our School Board and the more than 1000 employees of WCPS, I would like to express our sympathy and support to the families of everyone affected by the recent tragedy experienced by the Abingdon Fire Department and our community. For decades, the Abingdon Fire Department has served our community with courage, integrity, and selfless sacrifice for which we are indescribably grateful. There are no words that can express our condolences to everyone involved, but please know that you will have our love, support, and prayers in the coming days, weeks, and months.
Thank you,
Keith Perrigan, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Public Schools
On behalf of our School Board and the more than 1000 employees of WCPS, I would like to express our sympathy and support to the families of everyone affected by the recent tragedy experienced by the Abingdon Fire Department and our community. For decades, the Abingdon Fire Department has served our community with courage, integrity, and selfless sacrifice for which we are indescribably grateful. There are no words that can express our condolences to everyone involved, but please know that you will have our love, support, and prayers in the coming days, weeks, and months.
Thank you,
Keith Perrigan, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Washington County Public Schools
