February 26, 2021

Great Beginnings/Great Futures - It's Time to Register for Preschool!

Galileo Track Wins Regional Championship!

Despite a still-active pandemic and fewer athletes, Galileo Magnet High School track team members are heading back to the state championships. For the full Register and Bee article, click here. Photo credit: Register and Bee.

DPSEF - Accepting Donations for Graduate of Distinction Program!

The Danville Public Schools Education Foundation is accepting donations for the Graduate of Distinction program.

This year, approximately 60 DPS students will be graduating with Graduate of Distinction honors. Your donation will help provide scholarships to these exceptional graduates from GW and Galileo. In a COVID-19 world, fundraising is challenging, so we appreciate your consideration. The deadline to donate is March 3rd.

This program recognizes student accomplishments in five categories: academic achievement, attendance, citizenship, community service, and participation in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. Students must accumulate points in each of the five areas. Students meeting the criteria will be recognized at a special recognition program in May and receive the Graduate of Distinction Medal to be worn at graduation.

February is School Board Appreciation Month!

The Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) has named February as School Board Appreciation Month. During the month of February, DPS is showcasing our board members. Check out this video of Mr. Tyrell Payne.

Congratulations to Westwood's Spelling Bee Winners!
Congratulations to Zahyir Stephens (1st place) and Ahmari Elliott and Jordynn Edmunds (tied for second place)!

Westwood is so very excited for these ladies and their awesome achievement! They had to spell 20 words within an hour while the online platform read them aloud. And these were not easy words-- assuage, chalice, trough, unprepossessing-- just to name a few. With 15 students who competed and over 40 who expressed interest, this Spelling Bee was the largest group to participate out of Hope Abernathy's five years at Westwood!

Ms. Abernathy thanks all of the teachers for encouraging their students because it really did make all the difference! Special thanks to Mrs. Horton and Ms. McCarthy who were there to step-in whenever Ms. Abernathy needed help!

Bottom (L to R): Zahyir Stephens, Ahmari Elliott, Jordynn Edmunds

Gator Goodies!

GLH Johnson's PBIS Team started the new Gator Goodie daily student recognition program for students being respectful, responsible, and ready. Virtual Gators receive a virtual brag tag and a shout out on our virtual school announcements!

Check out the Goodies from GLH, where they Grow Learners Hourly! Follow Johnson on Instagram and Twitter @gogatorsdps to see even more. #gators #greater

Gator Spirit and Attendance Week!

GLH Johnson Elementary celebrated Gators near and far February 22 - 26.

Monday - Team Spirit

Tuesday - Wacky Tacky Mixed and Matchy

Wednesday - Gator Spirit - Drive In Day

Thursday - Black History and Fiction Character Dress Up

Friday - Spread Love Day

Follow Johnson on Instagram and Twitter @gogatorsdps to see even more. #gators #greater

Galileo Wins Regional Tournament - Headed to State Championship!

Galileo finished the Super Region Tournament for Scholastic Bowl...Galileo came in first place! They are headed to the State Championship!!! The competition looks different this year with COVID-19 but still excited to compete. Here is a picture of students competing virtually and a picture of Coach Smith leading his team.

Have a Wonderful Weekend!