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Godwin Eagle Express 9/21-9/25/26

Posted Date: 09/19/26 (09:32 AM)
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A sports team logo featuring a red eagle flying in front of the letters 'MG' against a black background.

Godwin Eagle Express

September 21, 2026
Four red rectangular banners stacked vertically, displaying the white words Excellence, Perseverance, Integrity, and Compassion.

Congratulations to the Students of the Week!

9th:  Margaret McDearmon & Charlie Noren 
10th:  Vihaan Khandelwal, Mariem
Abdelaziz, Mithvik Kolla, & Cole Holland
11th:  Samantha Martin
12th:  Joao Vitor “J.V.” Brandao,
Ceriyah Jean, & Eva Costello

Godwin staff members nominate these students for demonstrating our core values.

Please see Ms. Cipolla in the front office to receive your written nomination and swag!
 

Thank You


September 14-18, 2026:
  • National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Week...Thank you to Mr. Nadeau, Godwin's Director of Student Activities!  
     
  • School Security Officer Appreciation week...Thank you to Mr. Arvin and Mr. Gunn, Godwin's school security officers!
 
A promotional flyer for Godwin High School fall pictures, featuring a QR code for ordering and instructions in English and Spanish.
Order School Pictures
 
A promotional poster for the 2026-27 yearbook featuring a red and blue Polaroid camera illustration.
Purchase a Yearbook
 

Important Dates and Events

  • September 21st: Student and Teacher Holiday (Yom Kippur)
  • September 28th: Student Holiday (Teacher Professional Learning)
  • October 2nd: Homecoming Pep Rally during 1st period, Homecoming Parade 5:30 p.m., and Homecoming Football Game 7pm
  • October 3rd: Homecoming Dance 8-11pm
  • October 14th: PSAT Testing; Senior Convocation 10am
  • October 28th: Student Half-Day for End of Quarter 1
  • November 2nd:  Wellness Day-School Closed
  • November 3rd:  Election Day-Student Holiday
  • November 9th:  Student and Teacher Holiday (Diwali)
  • November 11th:  Veterans' Day Assembly 10am
  • November 25th-27th:  Thanksgiving Holiday-School Closed
  • November 19th-21st:  "Romeo and Juliet"-Fall Play 7pm
  • December 21st-January 1st:  Winter Break

PSAT Registration Extension & Bluebook Download

Registration for 9th & 11th graders to take the PSAT has been extended until 9am on Tuesday, September 22nd (final deadline).
To register complete the Registration Form by this deadline.
Reminders:
PSAT Testing will take place at Godwin on Wednesday, October 14th
No classes will be missed at Godwin for testing that day
Day 1 ACE Students who register to take the PSAT will be notified with an option to test at Godwin on Thursday, October 15th (classes will be missed on this day for testing) so that they do not miss ACE on October 14th.
ALL 9th, 10th, & 11th Grade Students should download Bluebook to their computers regardless of their planned testing status. Bluebook is used for more than just the PSAT and it also includes free practice tests.
 

Enrolled, Enlisted, or Employed

AP Exam Registration

AP Exam Registration: AP Exam Registration begins on September 14th through the site Total Registration for the price of $103 per exam. The rate goes up to $143 starting November 7th through March 5th, which is the final deadline to register and pay. All exams ordered but not fully paid by March 5th will be cancelled. 

College Visits

Colleges and universitites visit Godwin throughout the year to talk with interested students.  Here is the schedule of college visits for this school year.  If students are interested, they need to fill out the form to get a pass for common study 

SchoolLinks

We are excited to introduce SchooLinks, our new college and career readiness platform for students!  SchooLinks is designed to help students stay organized and on track throughout the college application process. This year, seniors will use SchooLinks to request transcripts and letters of recommendation, as well as track application requirements and deadlines. Please note that SchooLinks is not an application portal—students will still submit applications through platforms such as Common App or directly through colleges.

School counselors will begin meeting individually with all seniors starting the week of September 8 to support them through this process. 

For more information and step-by-step guidance, please review the resources below:
 • SchooLinks Guide: https://bit.ly/SchooLinksGuide
 • SchooLinks Step-by-Step Presentation: https://bit.ly/SchooLinksPresentation
We look forward to supporting your student throughout this exciting process. Please reach out to your school counselor with any questions!

ASVAB Testing

The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is the military entrance exam. Seniors and juniors considering enlisting in any branch of the military should plan on testing at Godwin High School. Sophomores are also invited to take the test as a practice test.  In addition to serving as the military entrance exam, it is also measures developed abilities and predicts future academic and occupational success. Taking the ASVAB can assist with exploring potential careers, even if one does not plan on entering the military. The date for our fall testing is Thursday, October 22nd). The test will begin at 9:15 and should conclude around 11:30 but may take up to three hours. Students should come to the library with a charged laptop after checking in to first period.  Students are responsible for any missed work. Students will miss 1st period and 3rd block since it is a Day 1. Please submit this google form below to sign up to test. 
 

School Counseling

TISC Monthly Newsletter for September, featuring updates, staff introductions, and upcoming community events from Henrico County Public Schools.
The purple logo for Care Solace features the words 'care solace' in lowercase letters, accompanied by a curved line above.

Care Solace

HCPS has partnered with Care Solace, a care-coordination service that works to quickly connect students, families and staff members to the right help at the right time, regardless of insurance — at no cost to you. The dedicated, multilingual Care Solace team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Care Solace can help research community mental health care options on your behalf that match your needs and preferences, quickly secure appointments and follow up to make sure it was a good fit.
A logo featuring a light purple abstract heart and cross icon above the gray text 'hazel'.

Hazel Health Teletherapy

HCPS has partnered with Hazel Health to help eliminate barriers to quality mental health care services for all middle and high school students, at no cost to families. With parent/guardian permission, Hazel Health’s licensed therapists can connect with students for weekly virtual therapy sessions from home to help students deal with depression, anxiety, loneliness, personal relationships, anger, academic stress, grief and loss, motivation and more.
 

Godwin Athletics

Ticket prices
  • Field Hockey, JV Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Gymnastics, Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track - $9 (including fee)
  • V Football - $11 (including fee)
  • Tickets can only be purchased through GoFan or using a credit card at the gate

Gates open for spectators 45 minutes prior to the start of games

A red athletic weekly schedule graphic for September 21-26, listing various sports games from Tuesday through Saturday.

Football Game Protocols

 
  • All tickets are cashless through GoFan. It is a best practice to buy your ticket ahead of time to help lines move more quickly. Football game tickets are $11. 
     
  • Only clear and small clutch bags are allowed into football games. 
     
  • All game attendees must pass through weapons scanners, and all bags are subject to search.
     
  • Current Godwin students must present their HCPS-issued student ID badge at the stadium gate in order to be admitted. This is the same procedure at every HCPS high school football game.
     
  • Any attendant who is 18 years of age or under, other than Godwin students with student IDs, must be accompanied by an adult who is 21 years of age or older and remain with this adult for the entire game. Any attendee under the age of 18 who is found to be apart from their accompanying adult at any point may be asked to leave and may be banned from attending future HCPS athletic events. 
     
  • Students or other patrons who do not comply with these expectations may be prohibited from entering the stadium, may be asked to leave, and/or may be prohibited from attending any future HCPS athletic events. 
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For Parents

Securly Home

Henrico County Public Schools is using Securly to keep students safe on their school-issued devices. As part of our commitment to your child’s safety, we are giving all HCPS parents access to the free Securly Home app.

Securly Home is a family engagement app that extends digital safety beyond the school day by giving families greater visibility into and control over their child’s online activity on their school-issued device.

Godwin PTSO

The PTSO is running a contest among 1st period classes!  The first period class to have the most parents join the PTSO wins a donut breakfast!  Please join the PTSO!

Godwin Athletic Association

Godwin Athletic Association

Welcome to a new school year, and a new year of Godwin Athletics!

Show Your Eagle Pride — JOIN the GAA Today!

The GAA Membership Drive is open. Your membership supports every student-athlete and coach across Fall, Winter, and Spring sports, and we have levels to fit every fan.

Thank you to everyone who has already joined — it makes a real difference. Join online here.

Concession Stand Volunteers Needed
Help out at the concession stand during JV and Varsity Football games this season:
✅ No experience needed
✅ Fun, easy way to get involved
✅ Meet other Godwin parents
✅ Free entry into the game

One shift or several — we'd love to have you. There's nothing like Friday Night Lights:

Thanks for supporting our Eagles!
 

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Community Partners

We thank Godwin's Community Partners for all of their support of Godwin throughout the school year! Mrs. Cipolla, who coordinates our community partners through the Henrico Education Foundation, would like to thank our community partners for selflessly supporting our school community. 
 
Attevle’ Massage Therapy
Bonefish Grill - Short Pump
Chicken Salad Chick - Westpark Shopping Center
Community West Church
Cupertino’s NY Bagels - Cox Rd
Dantian Wellness - Massage Therapy
Diamonds Direct - Short Pump
Dunkin Donuts - Glen Eagles Shopping Center
Eggs Up Grill - John Rolfe
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Glory Days - Glen Eagles Shopping Center
Grace Community Baptist Church
Little Szechuan - Crossridge Shopping Center - Staples Mill
Lustre by Adolf - Ridge Shopping Center
Melting Pot - Gaskins & Gayton
PaPa John’s - Lauderdale Dr.
Potbelly Sandwich Shoppe - Cox Rd.
Publix - John Rolfe 
Sports Clips - All (9) Richmond locations
Sports Image, Inc.
Torchy’s Taco’s  - Short Pump

Our Community Partners provide merchandise, food, and services which includes discounted pricing, Student of the Week giveaways, donations for Teacher Appreciation Week, and donations for dedicated staff recognition weeks.

Their generosity collectively provides Godwin with $60,000 each school year.