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Students enjoy special visitors today at MLWGS
Thank you Honor Council of MLWGS for arranging today’s visit. Looks like our students really enjoyed the cuddles and scratches.
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Free access to recording of recent mindfulness webinar by Ms. Wendy DeGroat
Among the many hats our librarian Ms. Wendy DeGroat wears at MLWGS is that of mindfulness teacher. Recently she had a chance to share some of the insights she’s learned over the years in a webinar for publisher ABC-CLIO entitled Mindfulness in the School Library. If you’re curious about how MLWGS integrates mindfulness into various…
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Sam Ulmschneider shares his insights on the 2023 We the People Championship Team
Now that a few days have passed, Mr. Sam Ulmschneider, instructor and mentor, has a few insights to share with you about his 2023 ‘We the People’ team and their accomplishment of winning the school’s 5th national title in this competition. “Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School For Government and International Studies represented Virginia at this…
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National School Principals’ Day is May 1
School Principals’ Day is celebrated on May 1 annually to recognize the importance of principals, from elementary to high school, and all the work they do for the betterment of the school. Let’s show our appreciation to Dr. Robert Lowerre, Dr. Lisa Williams, and Dr. Max Smith for their leadership at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s…
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How to get your 2023 MLWGS yearbook
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AP Exams: May 1st through May 12th
AP Exams will be given in person this year via paper and pencil. See the AP Testing Schoology Group for additional details about what to bring and not bring to your exams and exact room locations once they are determined.
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The champions have returned to campus
Photo credit: Michael White
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Senior Community Service Hours: Due by May 1st
Completion of 120 community service hours by May 1st is a requirement for graduation (see the MLWGS student handbook). Students who fail to meet this requirement will not receive a MLWGS diploma. Students should confirm community service hours in PowerSchool and x2vol. If you have any questions or concerns, or feel that you need more time…
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THE 2023 ‘WE THE PEOPLE’ NATIONAL CHAMPIONS is the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School
Photos from the Center for Civic Education Congratulations to the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School ‘We the People’ 2023 National Champions! You represent dedication, learning, sacrifice and leadership. This win represents the schools 5th national title and its 25th appearance in WTP competition history. Thank you, Mr. Sam Ulmschneider, sponsor and teacher, for your guidance…
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MLWGS’s first Dare to be a Dragon Day was a success!
This has been a year of initiatives and outreach, and we just wanted to share some news about our first go at Dare to Be a Dragon Day for fifth graders. As I was walking up the stairs with some of our little visitors, I asked them what they thought. “This is awesome! Yeah, this…
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MLWGS We the People compete top 10 today
Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, representing the state of Virginia, made the top ten teams at the We the People National Competition in 2023. To see their schedule today visit this link. Dragons, may the force be with you!
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Mech Tech Dragons have their most successful performance yet at FIRST Championship
The MLWGS robotics team had its most successful performance at FIRST championship in team history. Thursday, the team had a very rough day as the team went 0-5, losing the first three matches by a combined total of 13 points. At the end of the day, they were ranked 71st in their division. Friday, the team…
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Furry friends to visit MLWGS this Friday during lunch
If you’re in need of some stress relief as we move into AP exams and our final weeks of school, the Honor Council has your back! On Friday, April 28th, therapy dogs and their caretakers will be visiting Maggie Walker out on the athletic field from 11:30am-12:30pm. The priority of this event is to give…
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MLWGS Blood Drive April 28th, schedule your appointment to give
The second MLWGS Blood Drive is quickly coming up and we need your support, so grab a friend and sign up together. Outside friends and family members are also eligible to sign up. Attached is the flyer for the 4/28 blood drive, permission slips for 16 year old’s are available outside…
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Senior Group Photo: Tuesday, April 25, at lunch
Lifetouch is coming to photograph the senior class in their caps and gowns on the front steps of Maggie Walker. Line-up will take place in the 2nd-floor hall by the auditorium at 11:40 am. Orders and payment will be submitted electronically directly to the studio. More information about purchasing copies of this photo will be shared…
