Botetourt Elementary School

Just a reminder, our 4th graders will be taking their VA Studies SOL and 5th graders will be taking their Science SOL on Thursday the 21st.

Just a reminder, our 3rd-5th graders will be taking their Reading SOL on Tuesday the 19th.

Thank you to all our teachers who make Botetourt a wonderful place to be! We appreciate all that you do!

Be a part of the conversation happening across the state! Starting today, we will be participating in the Virginia Speak Up Research Project. The national Speak Up is the first survey designed to help families share their ideas about the use of technology in schools directly with schools and national policymakers. Speak Up provides parents and guardians with a mechanism for expressing their views to the administrators at their child(ren)’s school and division about key issues impacting their child(ren)'s education.
Since 2003, Speak Up has collected and shared the views of more than 6.3 million students, teachers, and parents/guardians from across the country. By participating in the Virginia Speak Up, you are expressing your views to a wider audience of local, state, and national policy makers —and contributing to the national dialogue about how best to prepare students for the future.
The online survey is open to students, educators, and parents/guardians; it’s quick and easy to get involved. All participation is 100% confidential. Surveys take about 15 minutes to complete.

To take the survey, visit: https://Speakup.Tomorrow.org/D/JD7M/155

We appreciate you taking the time to share your views with us! We need your input!

🥪 School Lunch Hero Day – May 1, 2026🥪

Join us in celebrating the amazing individuals who serve our students each day with care and dedication!

Take a moment to say thank you. Create a card, share a kind word, or show your appreciation in a special way. Our lunch heroes deserve it! 💛

📅 Reminder for GCPS Families
Friday, May 1, 2026 will be a full instructional day for all GCPS students and staff.

🎒Ready, Set, Kindergarten!🎒
Join us on May 19th from 5:30–6:30 PM at all GCPS elementary schools to get your future kindergartener ready for the year ahead! Meet staff, explore the school, and learn everything you need to start with confidence. We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners!

Happy Earth Day!

Just a reminder Tuesday, April 21st will be a virtual day for students.

⚠️ 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.

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.

🚨 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 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.

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.

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.

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.