School News
From Superintendent Anthony Vladu, Ed.D. Dear Gloucester County Community,
Two years ago, 451 members of our Gloucester community completed a survey during the superintendent search. They didn’t care about a name. They didn’t care about a person. They cared about their aspirations for their children, their schools, and their future. They asked for servant leadership. A superintendent who listens, communicates honestly, and leads with humility. Someone willing to take criticism, share credit, and stand up for students and staff. They didn’t want a title. They wanted someone who would serve. This work is not about positions. It’s not about titles. It’s not personal egos. It’s about putting all of that aside to better serve this community. That is what parents do to raise their kids. That is what good educators do every day.
This job is too big for any one person. It takes all of us. Teachers, staff, administrators, families, and the school board working together. That is why our leadership team adopted five core values: integrity, teamwork, trust, communication, and leading by example. So what have we done together? We designated T.C. Walker and the Transportation Center as gun-free zones. We implemented 100 percent weapons detection in all schools and adopted the Standard Response Protocol to improve safety and preparedness. Together, we raised the on-time graduation rate to a all time record high of 95.6 percent. We cut the dropout rate by more than 300 percent. We reduced discipline referrals across schools and strengthened student behavior systems. We climbed from 38th to 22nd in state SOL rankings, outperforming Williamsburg-James City County and leading all districts from Virginia Beach to Stafford when adjusted for poverty. We expanded student supports with more behavior specialists, social workers, and access to counseling through Care Solace. And the work is not done. It continues every day to make our community the best it can be. Thank you Gloucester. My family and I are as humbled today as on day one for the opportunity to lead in this outstanding community.
Sincerely,
Anthony Vladu, Ed.D. Division Superintendent
School registration information The 2025-2026 school year kicks off on August 25, so if you haven’t already registered your little ones, it’s time to do so!
Documents to have before you register: Birth certification ID Proof of residency Physical Immunizations
Parents or guardians will need to create an account in PowerSchool Enrollment to start the registration process. Please go to gets.gc.k12.va.us/o/gcps/page/student- registration or use the QR code to access that link. Do you need help signing up? Contact your student’s zoned school, and they can set you on the right path.
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