MLWGS Class of 2028 Orientation News

Awards & Accolades

MLWGS earns a spot on the VHSL 2022-23 Fall Sportsmanship Honor Roll

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  CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA —  The Virginia High School League (VHSL) recognizes member schools that made the 2022-23 Fall Sportsmanship Honor Roll. The 178 schools recognized had no player or coach ejections or programs placed on warning status. A list of schools is attached. “We are extremely proud of all the players, coaches, administrators, and fans who […]


MLWGS senior named VHSL Volleyball All-State Player of the Year

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Congratulations to Christian Walsh (’23-Chesterfield) who was recognized as a member of the VHSL Volleyball First-Team All-State and its Player of the Year. The MLWGS team played for the State title last week but finished 2nd to Patrick Henry HS in a close battle of skills.  Wood Johnson (’23-Richmond) joins Christian as a member of […]


Congratulations to the MLWGS First Team-All Region Boys Volleyball Members and their Coach of the Year

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Congratulations to the following senior Dragons that were selected by a committee of the VHSL for First Team All-Region Volleyball: Christian Walsh (Chesterfield) Wood Johnson (Richmond) Jack Sisk (Richmond) Bruce Yanovitch (Richmond) selected as the Defensive Specialist for the First Team. Christian Walsh was also recognized as Player of the Year. MLWGS is thrilled with […]


MLWGS Librarian Publishes Article: “Collaboration, Inclusivity, and Trust-Building: Diverse Political Voices in High School Collections”

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If you have ever worked in or even walked through our school’s library, you will note the duality of simplicity and complexity.  The furniture is super-comfortable, and the aesthetics lean toward minimalist, but the array of scholarly resources is rich and carefully curated. This unique setting and compilation can be attributed to our librarian, Ms. […]


Congratulations to the (14) National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists from the MLWGS Class of 2023

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On September 14th, officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists in the 68th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.  These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,250 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered next spring.   […]


Maggie Walker GS Students Awarded with Academic Honors from College Board National Recognition Programs  

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Maggie Walker Governor’s School students excelled in College Board assessments and schoolwork to earn these awards, which colleges use to identify academically competitive underrepresented students  Richmond, Virginia – Maggie Walker Governor’s School students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that […]


MW senior has work submitted to Bridges International Juried Art Exhibition

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Maggie Walker Governor’s School senior Libby Sydnor (’23, Hanover) will be on her way to Aalto University, Helsinki, Finland this August to present her submission to the Bridges Conference juried art exhibition where she will present her work. Libby’s piece was selected for its artistic merit as well as mathematical content, craftsmanship, originality, and innovation. […]


VHSL athletic winners announced for the 2021-22 National Guard Cup presented by the Virginia Army National Guard

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Auburn, Glenvar, Maggie Walker, Western Albemarle, Deep Run, and Battlefield claim National Guard Cup titles CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA — Some familiar faces and two first-timers lead the way in the 2021-22 National Guard Cup presented by the Virginia Army National Guard for year-long athletic success. The schools claiming Cups for the first time include Glenvar in Class […]


2021-22 Scholastic Art Awards, MLWGS students earn 63 Keys and Honorable Mentions

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We are very excited to announce that our talented students in the fine arts were recently honored again this year by having their work selected in the regional Scholastic Art competition.   This is a highly competitive annual art competition which had 1,777 art entries from around the region. MLWGS students had an amazing year, […]


Walker Girls Tennis – 2021 State Runner Up Champions

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The girls’ team also had a great run this season and only lost to Western Albermarle in the finals championship yesterday on a tie-breaker in the last game. Congratulations to the team and their coach Mr. Ed Shore for an outstanding year. We are looking forward to seeing most back next year.  But wait…they’re not […]