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Last chance senior portrait session, October 8
Seniors! The good people at Lifetouch Studios/Prestige Portraits have offered one final, last, ultimate, culminating, grand finale senior portrait session for those who weren’t happy with their photos or who neglected to get photographed in the first place. Portraits will be taken in the Commons on Wednesday, October 8. This is your last chance to get your…
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On September 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution is signed
CONSTITUTION & CITIZENSHIP DAY, SEPTEMBER 17 The Constitution of the United States of America was signed by 38 of 41 delegates present at the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Supporters of the document waged a hard-won battle to win ratification by the necessary nine out of 13 U.S. states. The Articles of Confederation, ratified several…
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MLWGS Regional School Board Meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am
The next meeting of the full Regional School Board of Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 9:00 am. The meeting is on the MLWGS campus in Room 153. During the meeting, the board will be introduced to Dr. Katina Otey, the newly appointed Superintendent of Charles City…
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Congratulations to the (18) National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists from the MLWGS Class of 2026
Officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced on September 10th, the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 6,930 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million that will be offered…
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MW teacher earns the 2025 Yale Educator Award
Congratulations to Maggie Walker’s Chinese Language Teacher, Sharon Meng, who received the 2025 Yale Educator Award. The only Virginian to receive it this year! “The Yale Office of Undergraduate Admissions has the distinct pleasure of recognizing the following educators as recipients of the 2025 Yale Educator Award. The Yale Educator Recognition Program recognizes outstanding educators…
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#5 Sunday Snapshot: Rhythms of the school year
As we move into September, our Dragons are beginning to settle into the rhythms of the school year. We’ve practiced important safety routines with fire and lockdown drills, and class meetings have helped set the tone for a strong start. Just as we do at school, it’s a great time to help your student establish…
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Chesterfield and Henrico add telehealth sessions free to its students
Parents and guardians, as we roll out the 2025-2026 school year, our counseling team wanted to share information for students residing in Henrico and Chesterfield Counties. HAZEL HEALTH is offering free telehealth sessions available to support mental health for students in grades 6-12. No insurance necessary. Want more info or to sign-up? Click here! Please note sessions with this specific…
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Ms. Crista Hamilton from Maggie Walker Governor’s School was featured on the Teaching Calculus blog!
Her side-by-side comparison of Desmos and the TI-84 offers AP Calculus students new ways to learn, explore, and succeed. We’re so proud of the innovation and dedication she brings to our Dragons and to students everywhere.
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#4 Sunday Snapshot: August 24, 2025
It has been a beautiful first week at Maggie Walker. Our teachers and staff did a wonderful job welcoming back students with open doors, energy, and care. Families and our regional community helped ensure that safety and transportation were at the forefront, making the transition smooth for everyone. This week also reflected the strength of…
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Back to School Night, Thursday, September 4th
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Important Notes: Students are asked to fill out their schedule and give it to their parents. Back to School Night is for parents and guardians. Students are NOT encouraged to attend. Plan to arrive by 6:15 pm., because school parking lots fill up quickly. Leave additional time for parking. Overflow…
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MLWGS teacher attends CA Language Teachers’ Association Summer Seminar at UC Santa Barbara
Maggie Walker’s Yoko Eshita was awarded the OKA Scholarship to attend the California Language Teachers’ Association World Language Summer Seminar at UC Santa Barbara this summer. During the six-day workshop, she learned how to design lessons aligned with ACTFL Core Practices that incorporate interdisciplinary content. She also explored a variety of engaging learning activities that…
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Senior portraits for the Class of 2026
Seniors! Lifetouch Studios/Prestige Portraits is offering one last chance to have your senior portraits taken on campus and free of charge, in the first-floor Commons on Thursday, Sept. 4. Sign up at https://prestigeportraits.com. Start by clicking on the link https://schedule.prestigeportraits.com/schedule/home.html (you don’t need to enter Maggie Walker’s 8-digit code). Select Zip Code and enter Maggie Walker’s Zip…
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Availability of School Policies and Regulations
You can find all the policies and regulations of the school on its website. These policies and regulations are updated by the Regional School Board from time to time. If you don’t have online access, you can request copies of the policies and regulations from the school board clerk.
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Annual Notifications
Required Notifications are maintained on the school website and available for viewing at any time. This notice is provided at the start of each school year. Notifications associated with policy can also occasionally be updated from the Regional School Board as needed by Code of Virginia modification.
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United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP)
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is seeking two high school students to represent the state at the annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). This program provides student leaders with a deeper understanding of government, and each selected delegate will receive a $10,000 scholarship and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., from March 7-14,…
