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The end of the first academic quarter is October 16
Starting strong…good job, Dragons! Report cards are coming on October 28th and Parent-Teacher Conferences are on November 3rd .
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MLWGS Homecoming Dance is October 18th
The Homecoming Dance is scheduled for Saturday, October 18th, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The theme for the event is “Hawaiian Night.” Each year, the Junior class hosts the MLWGS Homecoming Dance. The dance is open to all MLWGS students and their dates, if they choose to bring one (guest form is required for non-MLWGS students). The…
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Last chance for freshmen, sophomore, and junior pictures
Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors! Your last chance to make sure that you’re in the 2026 edition of The Vault (our Yearbook) is on Wed, Oct. 15, when Lifetouch will do school picture retakes and makeups. All those wishing to be photographed will be called to the Auditorium in alphabetical groups by class, starting around 8:45.…
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MLWGS Scholar-Athlete of the Week, October 6, 2025-Alina Laraway, Henrico
@patientfirst Alina Laraway, ’26-Henrico, Cross Country “After closing her junior year with a breakout performance at the Group 3 Outdoor Track & Field Championships, Alina Laraway (’26-Henrico) has been on fire to start her senior year,” said coach Ryan Webb. “She has been the top finisher for the Lady Green Dragons in all three competitions…
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MLWGS Snapshot #10 – A Season of Community, Connection, and Growth
Hello Dragon Families, This past week we celebrated NHS inductions, a meaningful evening for our students and families. We were fortunate to hear from Jasmine Snead of Housing Families First, who spoke powerfully about her own journey with housing insecurity and the importance of safe, stable homes. Her words were a reminder of the impact…
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Webb announced as the head track coach for MLWGS
After 15 years (and now a 16th Cross Country season) coaching alongside an incredible staff and working with so many outstanding Green Dragon student-athletes, we are thrilled to share that Ryan Webb has officially accepted the position of Head Coach for Track & Field at Maggie Walker Governor’s School beginning with indoor track this winter.…
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Congratulations to the (39) MLWGS Commended Students by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation from the Class of 2026
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2026 competition by taking the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). “Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for…
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MLWGS Scholar-Athlete of the Week, September 29, 2025-Des Unice, Richmond
@patientfirst Des Unice, ’26-Richmond Des is in his senior year and third year on the varsity team. “He has really embraced his role as one of the team captains to help drive and lead the team to a hot 8-2 start,” said coach Kody Tinger. “Des puts his all on the court and drives his…
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MLWGS Snapshot #9, Talent and Commitment
Hi Dragon Families, We are excited to share that the Fall Festival will take place on Friday, October 10th, from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. This is always such a special event for our community, and we cannot wait to come together for an afternoon filled with food, music, and fun. We hope you and your…
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MLWGS National Honor Society Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, September 30, 2025
The MLWGS National Honor Society Induction Ceremony is on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 6:30 pm, in the auditorium, hosted by Dr. Rachel Loving and Ms. Kelly Ndayizigiye, sponsors. The National Honor Society (NHS) is a national organization for high school students that seeks to honor students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship,…
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Walker golf swings into first place
The golf team traveled to Greene Hills Country Club yesterday for their sub-regional competition. The Dragons triumphed over Goochland, Culpeper, William Monroe, and James Monroe to secure first place. “It was epic!” said Coach Mike Brown. “Yes, I am a little excited and extremely proud of this team.” This is the first time the Dragons…
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MLWGS students accepted into Senior Regional Band and Orchestra
Twelve students from Allison Barnes’ MLWGS orchestra classes have been accepted into this year’s Senior Regional Orchestra. They competed against other students from Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Stafford, and Fredericksburg. Being accepted into this orchestra means they are now eligible to audition for the All-State Band and Orchestra in February. Band teacher Nicholas Merillat proudly announces…
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Fall Festival at MLWGS, RESCHEDULED to October 10
Reschedule notice: the 2025 Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School Annual Fall Festival has been rescheduled to Friday, October 10th, from 2 pm to 6 pm. Fall Festival is a wonderful tradition for the MLWGS community. The Fall Festival is a fantastic event for all students, their families, and the MLWGS community. Students run booths showcasing delicious food (most…
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MLWGS Scholar-Athlete of the Week, September 22, 2025 – Senior Carson Holbert, Richmond
@patientfirst Carson Holbert, Senior Captain. “Carson got serious about his golf game a year and a half ago and hasn’t looked back,” said his coach, Mike Brown. “He is a great team leader and plays the number 2 or 3 spot, up from 5 last year, in the lineup this season. He is also an…
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MLWGS Snapshot #8, Strategic Planning
We are beginning the strategic planning process that will guide Maggie Walker in the years ahead. The first step is filling out the survey, where we reflect on our current mission and vision statements. From there, we will begin conversations about subcommittee work. We need as many invested Maggie Walker players as possible. The survey…
