Looking for ways to strengthen family connections and support your child’s growth and success? PEATC, in partnership with Norfolk Public Schools, is offering two valuable learning opportunities for families of children with disabilities and developmental delays!
💙 Building Bonds, Breaking Barriers, and Engaging Families
Join this interactive virtual workshop on December 3, 2026, from 6–7 p.m. to explore practical strategies for building trust, strengthening family-school partnerships, creating inclusive environments, and making IEP meetings more meaningful and student-centered.
🍂 Early Childhood Academy – Fall 2026
Running November 13–December 18, 2026, this free, self-paced, five-week online program is designed for families of young children (birth through age 6) with disabilities or developmental delays. Discover practical ways to support early learning, development, and school readiness while building a strong foundation for lifelong success.
Both opportunities provide families with helpful information, tools, and strategies to support their children and strengthen their partnership with schools.
Register today!
🔗 Building Bonds, Breaking Barriers: https://go.peatc.org/4hkyyebb
🔗 Early Childhood Academy: https://go.peatc.org/eca-fall26
We encourage families to take advantage of these opportunities to learn, connect, and grow together!
Take a quick look at this month’s key division dates! For school-specific event information, remember to check your student’s individual school websites.
#GCPS #GloucesterVA #NovemberUpdates #StayConnected
GCPS is exploring the possibility of hosting an I'm Determined Echo Event at Gloucester High School, in collaboration with Mathews and Lancaster, for high school students with disabilities and their parents/caregivers.
WHAT IS I'M DETERMINED? (https://imdetermined.org/)
I'm Determined is a Virginia Department of Education initiative that helps students with disabilities develop the skills they need to have a stronger voice in their education and future.
Through I'm Determined, students learn to better understand their strengths, needs, preferences, and interests while developing skills in self-advocacy, goal setting, decision-making, problem-solving, choice making, independence, and taking a more active role in their IEP and future planning.
An I'm Determined Echo Event brings the experience and activities of I'm Determined directly to students in their local community. Students would participate in engaging, student-focused sessions while parents and caregivers would have the opportunity to attend separate informational sessions.
We would love your feedback as we explore bringing this opportunity to Gloucester! Please complete the Google Form Survey. Thank you!
Survey Link: https://bit.ly/4ziBxKo
Happy Virginia School Security Officer Appreciation Day!
Keeping our halls safe is just the beginning. Our SSOs serve as daily mentors, friendly supporters, and welcoming faces who make our schools feel like a true community. From high-fives in the morning to being a listening ear, their impact goes way beyond safety.
Join us in thanking our amazing SSOs for all the extra heart and dedication they bring to our schools! 💙👮♂️👮♀️💚
#GCPS #ThankYouSSOs #SchoolSafety
Today we celebrate the incredible custodian and maintenance teams that keep our schools safe, clean, and running smoothly every single day.
From early mornings to late nights, their hard work behind the scenes creates a welcoming environment where our students and staff can thrive. We are so grateful for everything they do for our school community.
Please join us in saying a huge thank you to our maintenance and custodial staff when you see them today! 👏💚
#GCPS #AppreciationDay #ThankYou #UnsungHeroes #GloucesterVA
Let's stand together to create a safe and supportive school community. Recognize the signs, speak up, and report bullying. Together, we can make a difference. 💪
In addition, Care Solace is available 24/7/365 to connect individuals to care. Call 888-515-0595 or visit caresolace.com/gcps.
#BullyingPrevention #StopBullying #SafeSchools
Here are a few key dates to keep in mind for October:
🍂October 22nd: Teacher Workday and Early Dismissals
🍂October 26th: First Day of Second Quarter
Please be sure to visit your specific school website for the most complete and up-to-date calendar information throughout the month. #GCPS #OctoberCalendar #GloucesterVA
Open to students with disabilities receiving Pre-ETS services!
Substitute Hiring Event
📅 Wednesday, Sept. 30 | 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 TC Walker Education Center Cafeteria
We're recruiting for teaching, paraprofessionals, food service, custodial, transportation, nursing, and security positions.
Stop by to meet the team or apply online at http://gets.gc.k12.va.us. See you there!
GCPS would like to learn more about the types of courses students and their families would like to see offered. Please take a few moments to complete this brief survey on the GCPS Program of Studies. The survey may be accessed at this LINK and will be open until Friday, October 2.
Do you have questions about special education or disability services in Virginia? PEATC is bringing Community Office Hours to King & Queen County, giving families an opportunity to talk one-on-one with a Family Support Specialist, ask questions, and learn about available resources and supports.
Join Gloucester County Public Schools for our Special Education Advisory Committee meeting this evening at the TC Walker Education Center Cafeteria.
Date: Tonight, September 14th
Time: 6:00 PM
Contact: Lisa Dobson (804-693-7944)
Hope to see you there. 💚
#GCPS #SpecialEducation
This month, on Gloucester County's Current Conversations Podcast, Dr. Anthony Vladu, Gloucester County Public Schools Superintendent, joins us to discuss challenges, goals, and perspective on the upcoming school year.
Parents, teachers, students and community members won't want to miss this episode!
Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939857/episodes/19605302
Free summer meals will be available at the Gloucester High School Parent Loop every Thursday from 12:00 PM–2:00 PM on the following dates:
📅 August 6
If you have not yet registered and would like to participate, please call 804-693-6081. We're proud to help keep our students nourished and ready for a great summer! 💚💙
As summer winds down, we’re getting ready to welcome our students, staff, and families back! Here are key dates, open houses, and closures to keep on your radar for August and early September.
Be sure to save this post or screenshot the graphic so you don't miss a thing as we count down to the first day of school! 👇
📢 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.
🍎☀️ GCPS Summer Meals Program ☀️🍎
Free summer meals will be available at the Gloucester High School Parent Loop every Thursday from 12:00 PM–2:00 PM on the following dates:
📅 July 30 LOCATION CHANGE TODAY ONLY - GHS Bus Loop
📅August 6
If you have not yet registered and would like to participate, please call 804-693-6081. We're proud to help keep our students nourished and ready for a great summer! 💚💙
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!
Free summer meals will be available at the Gloucester High School Parent Loop every Thursday from 12:00 PM–2:00 PM on the following dates:
📅 July 23, July 30, and August 6
If you have not yet registered and would like to participate, please call 804-693-6081. We're proud to help keep our students nourished and ready for a great summer! 💚💙
Monday, July 20: Sports Day - Wear your favorite jersey or sports gear.
Tuesday, July 21: Tie-Dye Day - Wear your most colorful tie-dye.
Wednesday, July 22: Wacky Wednesday - Go wild with mismatched clothes or crazy hair.
Thursday, July 23: Bright Future Day - Wear neon colors or dress for your future career.
Help us end summer school on a high note! Thank you to all of our parents for your incredible support throughout this summer session.