⚠️ Menu Access Update
Linq Connect is currently experiencing an outage. While the issue is being resolved, a PDF version of the Elementary and Middle School menu is available for printing on the Food Services page of the GCPS website. Linq has also shared that families may create an account on Linq Connect to view menus while they work to restore full service.
Linq Connect is currently experiencing an outage. While the issue is being resolved, a PDF version of the Elementary and Middle School menu is available for printing on the Food Services page of the GCPS website. Linq has also shared that families may create an account on Linq Connect to view menus while they work to restore full service.

Here is the menu for the week! See you at Breakfast!
🏰 Monday – Breakfast Pizza Day (ES & MS) The quest begins! 🍕 Join us for Breakfast Pizza, plus ham & cheese sandwiches, chef salad, veggies, and fruit to fuel your day.
🌯 Tuesday – Breakfast Burrito Day (ES & MS) Power up your quest! 🌯 Enjoy a Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Burrito, grilled cheese, fresh salads, veggies, and fruit. 🥣 Tuesday – Sausage Gravy (GHS) Dukes, it’s Breakfast for Lunch! Join us Tuesday for Sausage Gravy and fuel up the Duke way.
🍳 Wednesday – Breakfast Bowl Day (ES & MS) Midweek fuel for champions! 🥣 Today’s feature is a Breakfast Bowl with a muffin, plus chicken nuggets, fresh veggies, and fruit.
🍗 Thursday – Homestyle Favorites (ES & MS) Keep the quest going! 🏰 Enjoy Chicken on a Homemade Roll, corn dog nuggets, fresh salads, veggies, and fruit. 🍕 Thursday – Breakfast Pizza (GHS) Don’t miss it, Dukes! Thursday’s Breakfast for Lunch feature is Breakfast Pizza — a fan favorite.
🥞 Friday – French Toast Finale (ES & MS) Finish the quest strong! 🥞 We’re serving French Toast Casserole with sausage, yogurt options, tater tots, and more.
🏰 Monday – Breakfast Pizza Day (ES & MS) The quest begins! 🍕 Join us for Breakfast Pizza, plus ham & cheese sandwiches, chef salad, veggies, and fruit to fuel your day.
🌯 Tuesday – Breakfast Burrito Day (ES & MS) Power up your quest! 🌯 Enjoy a Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Burrito, grilled cheese, fresh salads, veggies, and fruit. 🥣 Tuesday – Sausage Gravy (GHS) Dukes, it’s Breakfast for Lunch! Join us Tuesday for Sausage Gravy and fuel up the Duke way.
🍳 Wednesday – Breakfast Bowl Day (ES & MS) Midweek fuel for champions! 🥣 Today’s feature is a Breakfast Bowl with a muffin, plus chicken nuggets, fresh veggies, and fruit.
🍗 Thursday – Homestyle Favorites (ES & MS) Keep the quest going! 🏰 Enjoy Chicken on a Homemade Roll, corn dog nuggets, fresh salads, veggies, and fruit. 🍕 Thursday – Breakfast Pizza (GHS) Don’t miss it, Dukes! Thursday’s Breakfast for Lunch feature is Breakfast Pizza — a fan favorite.
🥞 Friday – French Toast Finale (ES & MS) Finish the quest strong! 🥞 We’re serving French Toast Casserole with sausage, yogurt options, tater tots, and more.

🚨 Job Fair Update 🚨
The GCPS Job Fair has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 21st and will now be held at Page Middle School. See the graphic for updated details and registration information. Walk ins welcome!
The GCPS Job Fair has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 21st and will now be held at Page Middle School. See the graphic for updated details and registration information. Walk ins welcome!
The YMCA Before and After School Program is now available at Gloucester County elementary schools for children ages 4–12. The program provides a safe, engaging environment with enrichment and STEM-based activities before and after school. Please refer to the graphic above for participating locations, dates, pricing, and registration information.

Hello Bulldog Families,
Wednesday the 28th is a 2 hour delay opening.
Wednesday the 28th is a 2 hour delay opening.

Hello Bulldog Families,
Tuesday the 27th is an asynchronous day which means have your students work on their packets. Stay warm and safe. See you soon.
Tuesday the 27th is an asynchronous day which means have your students work on their packets. Stay warm and safe. See you soon.

Hello Bulldog Families,
Monday is an asynchronous learning day which means your child will need to work on the learning packets that were sent home on Friday. If you have any questions please email your child's teacher. Please stay warm and safe.
Monday is an asynchronous learning day which means your child will need to work on the learning packets that were sent home on Friday. If you have any questions please email your child's teacher. Please stay warm and safe.

We proudly recognize Mrs. Tish Hudgins, Principal of Botetourt Elementary School, for her leadership and commitment to creating positive learning experiences. Thank you for your continued dedication to students and families!

Wishing everyone a wonderful New Year!

Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful holiday season!

Due to weather-related changes, school menus have been updated. ❄️
Please check your school’s menu for the most current information before planning meals for the week. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as adjustments are made.
Please check your school’s menu for the most current information before planning meals for the week. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as adjustments are made.

We wish all our Bulldog families a wonderful Thanksgiving! See you all back on Monday.

📢 Virginia is taking action to protect SNAP recipients during the federal shutdown. The new Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance (VENA) program ensures families continue receiving benefits. Learn more at dss.virginia.gov
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November 4th is Election Day ! Students do not have school. We will see you on Wednesday.

We will have an early dismissal on Tuesday, October 28th. Parent Pick-Up will start at 1:20 and busses will leave by 1:30.

Friday's them for Bully Prevention Month is TEACH kindness. Dress like your favorite Botetourt staff member or wear your Botetourt gear.

Thursday's theme for Bully Prevention Month is "Go the Extra Mile to Be Kind!" Wear yellow for bus driver appreciation day.

💛🚌 Thank You, School Bus Drivers! 🚌💛
Today we celebrate the amazing drivers who safely transport our students each and every day. Your patience, care, and dedication make a difference on every route — rain or shine. We’re grateful for all you do to keep our students moving! 💙
#ThankYouBusDrivers #GCPSProud #SafetyStartsHere
Today we celebrate the amazing drivers who safely transport our students each and every day. Your patience, care, and dedication make a difference on every route — rain or shine. We’re grateful for all you do to keep our students moving! 💙
#ThankYouBusDrivers #GCPSProud #SafetyStartsHere

🧡 Unity Day 2025 🧡
Today, we stand together for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion as we celebrate Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month. 💪
Started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, Unity Day is all about coming together as a community to show that every student deserves to feel safe, valued, and included.
The message is simple — wear and share orange 🧡 to show your support for bullying prevention and to spread the power of unity across our schools and community.
Together, we can make a difference — one act of kindness at a time. 💛
#UnityDay #BeKind #StandTogether #BullyingPrevention
Today, we stand together for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion as we celebrate Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month. 💪
Started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, Unity Day is all about coming together as a community to show that every student deserves to feel safe, valued, and included.
The message is simple — wear and share orange 🧡 to show your support for bullying prevention and to spread the power of unity across our schools and community.
Together, we can make a difference — one act of kindness at a time. 💛
#UnityDay #BeKind #StandTogether #BullyingPrevention

Wednesday's theme is "Unity Day!" Wear orange.

