Kendra Waddy has been named Newman Civic Fellow by the Campus Compact, an organization promoting civic service by college students nationwide.

Ms. Waddy, who is currently attending Virginia Union University, is one of only 162 students from across the country selected for this honor. Read more about the fellowship and Ms. Waddy’s accomplishments on the VUU website.

The 2nd Annual Bulldgo 5K has been scheduled for April 28. Mark your calendars and visit the Coaches Corner blog for more details. 

The Singing Men of Ohio took a break from their spring tour to visit GHS at the invitation of Mr. Burch, a former member of the ensemble.

The Men performed religious and secular music, demonstrating their versatility and talent. The smaller Section 8 a cappella ensemble also performed, and Mr. Burch joined them onstage for a cover of Jay Sean’s hit song Down.

After the performance, the singers answered questions from the audience, and encouraged students to cultivate their talents and follow their dreams.

Video of the performance is available for viewing or download.

As part of their G21 Project, Mr. Derrico and Ms. Gargiulo invited Jay Ipson, President and Executive Director of the Virginia Holocaust Museum, to address the students.

Mr. Ipson, who survived the Holocaust, told his story of survival and shared his thoughts on genocide, tolerance, and the importance of an education. Students listened respectfully and asked many insightful questions.

The GHS Drama Department presents a family-friendly version of Grease.

For tickets and additional information, visit Mr. Burch’s blog.

On Tuesday, March 13, Claiborne Stokes visited Goochland High School. He addressed seniors in Mrs. Yearout-Patton’s Government classes. The topics discussed ranged from proper behavior during traffic stops by authorities to the best majors for college-bound students interested in becoming an attorney. The students asked insightful questions and listened respectfully to the answers.

Thank you, Mr. Stokes, for giving us your valuable time.

The GHS PTSA will hold a meeting on Monday, March 19, at 7:00p.m. in the LMC. We will discuss scheduling procedures for the 2012-2013 school year. 

The National Art Honors Society is sponsoring the annual Youth Arts Festival on March 24th. Join us in the GHS lunch room to enjoy many arts and crafts activities, a preview of the Goochland Players’ performance of Grease, snacks, and more.

For additional information, contact Ms. Neilson-Hall (e-mail) or Ms. DiTerlizzi (e-mail).

Not only did they receive perfect scores but they also hosted the large event. Mr. Sykes would like to thank all the parents and students that, guided,sold concessions,tabulated,assisted with sight-reading,set the stage,checked bands in,helped the judges,moved chairs and stands, helped the other directors,cooked on the grill (in the pouring rain),went to the store,set,swept,mopped,removed scuff marks, and of course played the perfect performance. You guys are the best!