On the last day of National School Counselors Week, we recognize Ms. Kelly Ndayizigiye, freshman counselor. “At one time we were called guidance counselors, but not anymore,” said Ms. Ndayizigiye. “That’s because a school counselor does so much more. My job is to help you develop the skills to be successful at Maggie Walker and […]
On Friday, February 9th, eight students from Shimane University, Japan, will be visiting to observe Ms. Yoko Eshita’s Japanese classes at Maggie Walker Governor’s School. These university students are in Richmond as part of an exchange program through VCU. “Many students are majoring in Education and are pursuing becoming teachers in Japan,” said Ms. Eshita. […]
“By a stroke of great fortune, the legendary Tuvan throat-singing ensemble Alash will be visiting Maggie Walker on Monday, February 12,” said Michael White, teacher and department chair of the International Languages Department. The group will perform for his Slavic Folklore senior seminar students. ALASH ensemble is a trio of master throat singers (xöömeizhi) from Tuva, a […]
Today during National School Counselors Week, we recognize Ms. Erin Ortiz, our school social worker. “I want to talk to you about how I stay focused on each of you,” said Ms. Ortiz. “Do you know why I try to greet you by name each day? I want to get a sense of how you’re […]
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Katherine Tossas will be joining us as a guest speaker next Monday, February 12th! “Dr. Tossas is a personable, inspirational professional, and also happens to be a parent of a current MLWGS freshman,” said Amanda Lemco. All Walker students are welcome to attend and engage with any questions […]
Today during National School Counselors Week, we recognize Ms. Kimberly Forquer, senior counselor. “A standard that is particularly important to me is to collaborate with families, teachers, administrators, and other school staff to help you be successful,” said Ms. Forquer. “I know you have many influences in your life and we all want to work […]
Results update: This past weekend, 11 Maggie Walker physics students led by team captain Eric Hu went to NC State University to compete in the 17th annual United States Young Physicists Tournament against students from other schools around the world, including China, Kyrgyzstan, and a few other countries. Our students received the highest score ever […]
Today during National School Counselors Week, we recognize Ms. Joy Cobb, sophomore/junior counselor and co-department chair. “I want to help you learn coping skills, how to work well with your fellow students, how to make informed decisions, and even how to take responsibility for your actions. These are important skills that help us be good […]
@patientfirst Patrick Doherty (’24, Chesterfield) Patrick is a Senior distance captain for the Green Dragon Track & Field program. Earlier this school year Patrick’s leadership was a pivotal piece of the boys run to a Group 3 State XC Title, and he has now followed that up with an indoor track season where he has […]
This week is designated as National School Counselors Week 2024, “School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused,” to focus attention on the unique contribution of our school and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do. National School Counselors Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success […]
