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Sign-ups are open for One Small Step 2022
Would you like to earn community service hours while getting to know a classmate whose political views differ from yours? One Small Step brings people with different political views together for a conversation, not about politics, but about themselves and the experiences that have made them who they are. Participants are required to complete three…
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Six Dragons to audition for All-Virginia Band
Eleven students from the Maggie Walker Band performed at District Band this weekend. On Saturday, two bands performed at the event featuring three MLWGS students as soloists. They put on an invigorating performance! Six students are now eligible to audition for All-Virginia Band at the end of February. Congratulations MLWGS Band Members and their teacher,…
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National School Counseling Week, February 7-11, 2022
We would like to recognize professional school counselors during the week of February 7-11, 2022, as we celebrate National School Counseling Week. The theme for the 2022 National School Counseling Week is entitled “Better Together,” and highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve school success and plan for the future. School…
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February is School Board Appreciation Month
The month of February marks the annual observance of School Board Appreciation Month—a good time to salute the work of school board members and celebrate public education. Your board at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School speaks out for public schools by ensuring our students have the opportunity to benefit from a high-quality education. Their decisions…
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Black History Month Activities at MLWGS
We are facilitating several activities for BHM to create a continuum of cultural awareness. See the attached flyer that includes descriptions and dates for all activities. The MW Scavenger Hunt contest is open to teachers and students. If teachers would like to split the prize and work together, they can each receive a $25…
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MLWGS at Poetry Out Loud Semifinals Saturday, Feb 5th
Good luck to MLWGS senior Zoe Will (Hanover) this Saturday, February 5 at the Poetry Out Loud Semifinals! We are so proud of you!! This national program encourages students to embrace poetry and offers a recitation contest each year. Zoe will be representing MLWGS and competing against 9 other students this year. Three students will…
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Dragons at All-District Band and Central Regional Orchestra on Friday, February 4th
Good luck to our Dragons participating in the All-District Band and the Central Regional Orchestra on Friday, February 4th. Orchestra Band Aditya Badhrayan John Cabell Sree Gangireddy Pooshan Chaudhuri Maddie Gerlach Grace Crislip Anna Kim Lillian Davis Emma Murphy Ryan Eklund Hoda Vohra Jessica Hendricks Katie Watson Devon Jebo Reese Wu Michael Lusk …
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Senior Dragon competes at Regional Diving on Friday, February 4th
Good luck to Terry ‘James’ Puzon. ’22-Richmond, the sole Maggie Walker representative at the 3B Region Dive meet on Friday, February 4th. Athletic training services are provided by @vcuhealth.
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VIRTUAL Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, February 10th. Sign-ups coming soon!
Mark your calendar: Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, February 10th from 4 -7 p.m. Conference sign-ups will go live beginning on Friday, February 4th at noon. Dr. Lowerre will be sending our families an email Thursday with links to Signup Genius for conference registration and links and access codes will also be located in…
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Contemporary African American Artist Video Series at MLWGS
The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School will be hosting two events highlighting leading contemporary African American artists. The first will be held during lunch this Friday, February 4th, in the Black Box theater and will feature the artist, Kara Walker. The event is open to all MLWGS students, faculty,…
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MLWGS Junior awarded Outstanding Delegate at Yale Model UN
Last weekend Simi Chakravarty (’23-Henrico) participated virtually in the Model UN organized by Yale University. There were over 2,000 delegates from 40 countries who had participated in this event. Congratulations to Simi for earning the Outstanding Delegate Award for her contribution in her respective committee. Simi was proud to represent the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s…
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Student ‘Intent to Return 2022-2023’ due Monday, January 31st
Dear Maggie Walker families, Dr. Lowerre is sending you separate of this notice in your PowerSchool account a link for families to complete regarding their intent to attend Maggie Walker Governor’s School next year. While the form is short, this is your opportunity to reserve your slot as a returning student next year so it…
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The 2022 Pat Taylor Teaching Award Recipients
Congratulations to the GS Foundation 2022 Pat Taylor Teaching Award for International Experience Recipients– Kerry Sheppard and Ed Coleman! Yes, we have two winners this year, in part, to make up for not having a winner last year but primarily because both have amazing things planned. Ms. Sheppard will be studying The Immigration and Ethnogenesis of…
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Prospective new student assessments on Saturday, January 29th
On Saturday, MLWGS is the host site for prospective student assessments, this year being conducted in two separate sessions on this date. Students and their families were notified by mail which session they are scheduled to attend (morning or afternoon). Important: Anyone entering the building must wear a mask. Parents are asked not to enter…
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MW Model UN club shines at HIMUNC V
On January 14 and 15, the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School delegation received the Best Delegation award at the 2022 Henrico Model UN Invitational, also known as HIMUNC V. The club worked very hard to prepare for this event and the results show. Listed below are all MLWGS award recipients. Our club received awards on…
