This regional high school offers an advanced college preparatory curriculum emphasizing government, international studies, world languages, science, mathematics, and fine arts as well as opportunities for international learning experiences. Eighth-grade students residing in Henrico County are selected on a competitive basis through an application process beginning mid-October through early March.
Admission handbooks and applications will be available beginning the middle of October with an application deadline in early December. Eighth-grade students enrolled in HCPS may obtain an application from their middle school counselor.
Please send all questions and correspondences to:
Dr. Bondy Shay Gibson, Assistant Superintendent
804-652-3754
bsgibson@henrico.k12.va.us
Information Sessions to Be Held for Maggie L. Walker Governor's School
What: Three information sessions about the Maggie L. Walker Governor's School for Government & International Studies and the student application process will be held for interested parents and students. The Gifted Educational Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools, as well as staff members from Maggie L. Walker Govern's School for Government & International Studies will present information.
Who: Students and parents are welcome to attend any of the three sessions.
When/Where:
October 12, 2012 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Rolfe Middle School
October 23, 2012 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pocahontas Middle School
October 24, 2012 - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Wilder Middle School
Eighth-grade students residing in Henrico County and not enrolled in public schools should contact the Educational Specialist, Gifted Education Programs, HCPS, (804) 652-3765. For additional information, visit Governor's School website at www.gsgis.k12.va.us.
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