Max Smith

  • MLWGS Snapshot #19: Dragons Finish Strong

    MLWGS Snapshot #19: Dragons Finish Strong

    Dragons, It has been a short week, but a very busy one as we navigated snow days, a two hour delay, and a flip and flopped schedule. These adjustments ensured […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #18: A Week of Reflection, Honor, and Snow

    MLWGS Snapshot #18: A Week of Reflection, Honor, and Snow

    Happy December MLWGS families. I hope you all enjoyed a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break. As we move into December, I want to share a few important updates and celebrations […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #17: A Week of Thanksgiving

    MLWGS Snapshot #17: A Week of Thanksgiving

    Our community has much to celebrate and be grateful for this season. Michael White and the Yearbook staff (The Vault) earned superior ratings from the VHSL for their 2025 book, […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #16: Keeping our Community Warm, Connected, and Inspired

    MLWGS Snapshot #16: Keeping our Community Warm, Connected, and Inspired

    Hello families, When I walked into the building this morning, the cold air followed me all the way down the second-floor hallway. Students rushed past in heavy sweaters and coats, […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #15: A Week of Pride, Purpose, and Possibility

    MLWGS Snapshot #15: A Week of Pride, Purpose, and Possibility

    Dear MLWGS Families, November is a month filled with gratitude, recognition, and growth at Maggie Walker Governor’s School. As we move through this busy season, I want to take a […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #14: A Week of Spirit, Sweet Treats, and Success

    MLWGS Snapshot #14: A Week of Spirit, Sweet Treats, and Success

    It’s been a vibrant week at Maggie Walker! Our Diwali Food Celebration filled the halls with color, culture, and community. A heartfelt thank-you to the vendors, parents, and students who […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #13: A Week of Tradition and Togetherness

    MLWGS Snapshot #13: A Week of Tradition and Togetherness

    Dear Maggie Walker Families, As we close the first nine weeks and prepare for the start of November, the rhythm of fall is in full swing at Maggie Walker. This […]

  • MLWGS Snapshot #12: A Week of Spirit, Celebration, and Remembrance

    MLWGS Snapshot #12: A Week of Spirit, Celebration, and Remembrance

    We have moved from one amazing conclusion with the Fall Festival to the start of another exciting week at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, with Homecoming festivities now in full […]

  • 5/25/25 Suday Night Update

    5/25/25 Suday Night Update

    Dear Green Dragons,This will be my final edition of the Sunday Night Update. Serving as Acting Director of our school over the past six months has been both an honor […]

  • 5/18/25 Sunday Night Update

    5/18/25 Sunday Night Update

    A message for MW Students: Dear Green Dragons,As we head into Final Exams and SOL testing, I want to take a moment to speak from the heart. These tests are […]

  • 5/11/25 Sunday Night Update

    5/11/25 Sunday Night Update

    A message for MW Students: Dear Green Dragons,In an important month of AP and SOL testing, I want to take a moment to speak from the heart. These tests are […]

  • 5/4/25 Sunday Night Update

    5/4/25 Sunday Night Update

    A message for MW Students: Dear Green Dragons,As we enter this important month of AP and SOL testing, I want to take a moment to speak from the heart. These […]

  • 4/27/25 Sunday Night Update

    4/27/25 Sunday Night Update

    Good evening, Dragon Nation.Our first week of working toward compliance with the General Assembly’s ‘bell to bell no cell’ law has gone smoothly.  No cell phones were turned in at […]

  • 4/20/25 Sunday Night Update

    4/20/25 Sunday Night Update

    Good evening, Dragon Nation.The General Assembly’s ‘bell to bell no cell’ bill will come into effect on July 1.  In compliance with this, we are sharing a timetable.  Starting this […]

  • 4/13/25 Sunday Night Update

    4/13/25 Sunday Night Update

    Good evening, Dragon Nation.The General Assembly’s ‘bell to bell no cell’ bill will come into effect on July 1.  In compliance with this, we are sharing a timetable.  Starting this […]