Greenwood Families,
As we head into another exciting week, we remain grounded in our mission of leading with love—supporting one another, celebrating growth, and creating a school where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to shine their light.
As we approach the month of May, you may hear our staff use the phrase “all gas, no brakes.” This reflects our shared commitment to maximizing every moment of learning. At Greenwood, we continue to teach, lead, enrich, and develop future-ready leaders every single day without slowing our expectations or momentum. We do not count down to summer, and we do not replace instruction with movies, all day recess, or non-academic activities.
Even as state testing beginning, our focus remains unchanged. We do not shift to test-prep-only instruction or create unnecessary pressure around testing, and we do not host SOL pep rallies. Instead, we continue to provide meaningful instruction, targeted intervention, and enrichment that support the whole child. We truly cherish every instructional minute with your children and remain committed to helping them grow with confidence and purpose.
LAMPS Schedule
Week at a Glance
Important Links
Kindergarten Registration - CLICK HERE
School Song Videos - CLICK HERE
Field Day - May 11 - Volunteers Needed - CLICK HERE
The Head of House, Spirit Captain, & Advisory Committee President application - CLICK HERE
Arts in Motion Showcase – May 15
Save the date as Greenwood takes the stage at Hermitage High School to showcase our students’ incredible gifts and talents. Our cheerleaders, dance teams (The Heat, The Troop), Advanced Drumline (ADL), bucket drumline, and step team will be competing against 10 other schools. If your child is a performer and unable to attend, please notify their coach this week so we can plan accordingly.
School Play Reminders
Weekly rehearsals are held every Wednesday at 7:20 AM with directors.
After-school rehearsals at Greenwood: Tuesday, April 28 and Tuesday, May 12 from 2:00–3:30 PM.
Dress rehearsals at Holman Middle School: Wednesday, May 20 (4:00–6:00 PM) and Thursday, May 21 (4:00–5:30 PM).
Performances: Thursday, May 21 at 6:00 PM at Holman Middle School and Friday, May 22 at 9:00 AM at Greenwood.
Please note that both the Step Team and Advanced Dance (The Heat) will perform in the school play on both dates. These students are required to attend all dress rehearsals at Holman Middle School. Permission slips will be coming home this upcoming week.
Lanyard Clarification and Expectation
Starting Monday, April 27, students should have all items removed from their lanyards to ensure a safe and distraction-free learning environment.
Stuffed Animal Reminder
Students should not bring stuffed animals to school, as they can become a distraction during the school day.
School Snacks
Thank you for continuing to monitor what snacks—and how many—your child is purchasing each week. We have seen a significant increase in students buying multiple ice creams along with fruit roll-ups, chips, and other snacks, in some cases all before 11:00 AM. We believe that what students put into their bodies can directly impact their focus, energy levels, behavior, and overall engagement throughout the day. Additionally, students are not permitted to purchase snacks for other students.
Tuesday, April 28 - Reading SOL Part 1, 2nd - 5th Grade
Wednesday, April 29 - Reading SOL Part 2: 2nd - 5th Grade
Bring on state testing! This is an opportunity to celebrate the growth our students have made. Thank you for ensuring your child arrives on time, well-rested, and ready to give their best effort
Tuesday, April 28 - School of Pop After School Practice
We are keeping all chorus, actors, and stage crew. Please make sure you notify your child's teacher.
Wednesday, April 29 - Golf Tournament
Good luck to our Greenwood golf team as they compete at Belmont Golf Course. We are proud of you—go represent Greenwood and bring home the green jacket!
A huge thank you to Mrs. Jacobs, our incredible PE teacher, for bringing so many new and engaging programs into her curriculum, including golf, pickleball, fishing, and more.
Thursday, April 30 – Greenwood Staff Head of House and Spirit Captain Interviews
Just like our students, our staff members also go through an interview process to lead our House System for the 2026–2027 school year. This process is essential to sustaining a strong school climate and culture, as we intentionally select leaders who will build relationships, inspire belonging, and model what it means to lead with love. It also supports staff voice, ownership, and leadership growth, which are key to retaining passionate educators and continuing to move Greenwood forward.
Friday, May 1 - Shine Your Light Ceremony
As a reminder, award recipients should report to the gym by 7:20 AM.
Friday, May 1 - Spilling the Tea @ 9 AM
Friday, May 1 at 9 AM, we will host another “Spilling the Tea” virtual meeting with our community.
Click to Join the Meeting @ 9 AM
Submit Question or Concern
Friday, May 1 - School Lunch Hero Day
We encourage our Gators to dress in superhero attire as we celebrate our cafeteria team—our everyday heroes who care for our students with love and dedication.
Friday, May 1 - House Achievement Celebrations
We will continue to celebrate our students each Friday for meeting their academic and behavior goals, as we remain committed to recognizing growth and success. If your child does not meet their goals, thank you for completing the Home School Partnership over the weekend, as this is an important part of our accountability process. At Greenwood, we believe in high expectations, accountability, and strong family partnerships grounded in leading with love. Your continued support is a key reason why Greenwood is recognized across the state as a model for excellence in elementary education.
Monday, May 4 - Let the 4th Be With You
Students and staff can dress up in Star Wars themed clothes.
Monday, May 4 - Teacher Appreciation Begins
Thank you for helping us shower our teachers with love. This week is a celebration of the lasting impact they make each day—encouraging, inspiring, and believing in every child.
Monday, May 4 - Head of House Appreciation Breakfast @ 7:45 AM
We look forward to welcoming families of our Head of House students to the library as we celebrate their leadership and commitment to our school community.
Tuesday, May 5 - School Nurse Day
Students may bring in a bandage as a small token of appreciation for all the ways our nurse helps keep our school healthy and cared for.
Tuesday, May 5 - PBIS Level Up Breakfast
We are excited to host a collaborative session focused on strengthening our PBIS practices and continuing to align them with our House System to better support all students.
Tuesday, May 5 - 5th Grade Signing Day Luncheon
We are proud to celebrate our 5th grade students who have been accepted into advanced academic programs as they take this exciting next step in their educational journey.
Tuesday, May 5 – Teacher of the Year Banquet
Congratulations again to our 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Koenig, who will be recognized in front of the entire county as one of the Top 5 finalists for Teacher of the Year. We are incredibly proud of her and the impact she continues to make on our students and school community.
Wednesday, May 6 - 2nd - 5th Grade SOL and Cumulative Assessment Part 1
Thursday, May 7 - 2nd - 5th Grade SOL and Cumulative Assessment Part 2
This is another opportunity for our students to showcase their growth, confidence, and problem-solving skills in math.
Wednesday, May 6 - RCA Spirit Store Opens for House Cup Championship
Families can log in to see how students can use their house coins for exciting end-of-year experiences.
Thursday, May 7 - HEF Appreciation Day
We invite all students to wear green as we celebrate the Henrico Education Foundation and their continued support of our school—especially their partnership in enriching after-school opportunities and innovative learning experiences.
Friday, May 8 - Mother’s Day Sneaker Ball @ 7:20 AM
We warmly invite moms and the incredible women in our students’ lives—grandmothers, aunts, sisters, and mentors—to join us for a special morning dance celebration in the gym.
Friday, May 8 - Student Leadership Applications Due @ 8 AM
We are excited to see our future leaders step forward as they apply for roles including Head of House, Spirit Captain, and President of Advisory.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we lead with love and finish the year strong—together.