The Yearbook staff will continue to distribute and sell YEARBOOKS at lunch in the Commons on Monday and Tuesday, June 14-15. If you haven’t pre-ordered a book, please bring $55 in cash or check (made out to MLWGS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Athletics<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any student interested in athletics at Maggie Walker for 2021-2022 school must have a VHSL physical emailed to the following emails, phawkins@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> and cturnbow@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> in a PDF document-NOT a WORD or pictures document. All try-out\/start dates can be found on the same link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/mlwgs.com\/co-curricular-overview\/athletics\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n MLWGS Foundation<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate Your Grad & Leave Your Mark at MLWGS!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Governor\u2019s School Foundation invites families of MLWGS seniors and graduates to purchase inscribed pavers to leave a lasting tribute at the school. Inscribed MLWGS pavers are a great graduation gift from parents, grandparents, anyone trying to find something special and lasting to give their favorite graduate(s). You can purchase either a Bluestone paver inside the school lobby or a brick paver to be placed on the Lombardy Street walkway. All donated funds beyond the cost of the engraving are tax-deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Orders must be received by July 1. The cost is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n * $500 for an exterior brick pavers (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n *$1,000 for a Bluestone lobby paver (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can order online at http:\/\/www.mlwgsfoundation.org\/donate\/<\/a> or contact Ginger O’Neil, goneil@mlwgsfoundation.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good News!<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Congratulations to Grace Liu, Daphne Pang, Emma Hunter, and Kirby Westerfield! Their PSA “Moonball” won the Audience Choice award in their category at the VHSL Film Festival! Thank you to all the MLWGS students who participated in this year’s festival and we hope to see you compete again next year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well, we made it! The last week of school is finally here! I want to sincerely thank all of you, and especially the students for making the best of a very challenging year at MLWGS! The team will work hard this summer to evaluate the best way to re-open in the fall with all of our students on campus every day! I can\u2019t wait! I wish you all the best as you take some time off this Summer to relax, re-charge, and re-connect with friends and families. Today\u2019s quote is one of my favorites from Mark Twain that I have used on the last message for the past few years. It has nothing to do with education, but maybe it does\u2026.He says, \u201cA man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a great evening and as always, Go Dragons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 060621<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Freshmen<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n All freshmen will take Biology SOL tests during the week of Monday June 7th. These tests will be administered during biology classes at regular class times and students should come to school according to the in person assignments listed below UNLESS athletic playoffs or other events force students to come to school on the other day of their Biology class meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a reminder, here are the in person assignments for Monday\/Tuesday vs Wednesday\/Thursday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If students haven\u2019t been attending school in person, they will most likely need to arrange for transportation from a parent. Students may come to school just to take the test and then return home to attend classes virtually OR they are welcome to attend in person classes for the entire day. School computers will be used for testing so no need to bring a laptop for SOL testing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n More information about SOLs can be found on the counseling SOL webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Textbook Return<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n School resources and text return<\/strong> will be June 11th from 8am-noon<\/u> for students currently on virtual learning. Resources\/texts will be returned to teacher classrooms or another designated location. A comprehensive list will be available at the Bluestone upon check-in. If a student cannot make it to campus on Friday June 11th, they should email their teachers to make alternative arrangements the following week. For clerical purposes, we strongly encourage drop offs on June 11th. All books or other materials must be returned no later than June 18th. Students present on campus will be returning their books over the next few weeks through their normal class schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attention MLWGS Community! <\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Feedback due Midnight Sunday evening, June 6th: The School Advisory Council (SAC) is seeking the feedback of students and parents from the Classes of 2022, 2023, and 2024 as well as faculty on our transcripts. SAC would like your input on the following google form to gauge your preferences on the practice on including numerical values on transcripts, which has been in place since 2017. More detail about this issue is included in the introduction of this optional, anonymous survey: https:\/\/forms.gle\/jBqCL9ecTR7tXSLa7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n School Counseling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rising seniors:<\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Juniors and their parents\/guardians were sent an e-mail on Friday, May 28th filled with announcements pertaining to the end of the school year. Here are a couple highlights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n College Boot Camp<\/strong> will return to a fully in-person event in August 2021. Interested students of the Class of 2022 may register on the following link (https:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/go\/70A0B48AFA62BA75-college7<\/a>) AND pay on the MLWGS website by the June 11th<\/sup> deadline. Information about fee waivers, if needed, is included within the Sign Up Genius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Juniors are invited to begin working on their Brag Sheet<\/strong> in Naviance. An optional Parent Questionnaire<\/strong> has also been released (under Surveys). These are not due until early September. Questions about Naviance? E-mail Ms. Forquer or Dr. Loving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Graduating seniors:<\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Students, please check your MLWGS e-mail accounts for any messages that might have been delivered to you on Friday, May 28th requesting clarification about your college lists or Senior Survey responses<\/strong>. (These were only sent to select seniors.) Thanks! Also, if you are offered a spot off a college waitlist, change your intended college, or receive additional scholarships as we end the school year<\/em>, please update your senior counselor by e-mail.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Athletics<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any student interested in athletics at Maggie Walker for 2021-2022 school must have a VHSL physical emailed to the following emails, phawkins@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> and cturnbow@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> in a PDF document-NOT a WORD or pictures document. All try-out\/start dates can be found on the same link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/mlwgs.com\/co-curricular-overview\/athletics\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n MLWGS Foundation<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate Your Grad & Leave Your Mark at MLWGS!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Governor\u2019s School Foundation invites families of MLWGS seniors and graduates to purchase inscribed pavers to leave a lasting tribute at the school. Inscribed MLWGS pavers are a great graduation gift from parents, grandparents, anyone trying to find something special and lasting to give their favorite graduate(s). You can purchase either a Bluestone paver inside the school lobby or a brick paver to be placed on the Lombardy Street walkway. All donated funds beyond the cost of the engraving are tax-deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Orders must be received by July 1. The cost is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n * $500 for an exterior brick pavers (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n *$1,000 for a Bluestone lobby paver (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can order online at http:\/\/www.mlwgsfoundation.org\/donate\/<\/a> or contact Ginger O’Neil, goneil@mlwgsfoundation.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good News!<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Maggie Walker Math Contests team cruised to first in the state in the Virginia Math League competition, winning by 12 points over our nearest competitor. Ankit Aggrawal, Eric Hu, and Eric Qian were the top individual scorers for the school, tying for 3rd<\/sup> in the state. 87 students participated in at least one of the six contests held throughout the year. Congratulations to all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n VHSL Recognizes MLWGS Robotics Team 422 as a Trophy Class Team<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n At a recognition ceremony on June 3rd, Robotics Team 422: The Mech Tech Dragons was recognized as a Trophy Class team by the Virginia High School League (VHSL). The Trophy Class designation is the highest-level recognition in the VHSL Robotics competition. To receive this honor, members worked to document the team\u2019s work in both technical and community outreach areas through writing and video. Congratulations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can view the team\u2019s video submission here: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QljsEO36sjo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The VHSL is an alliance of Virginia\u2019s public and approved non-boarding, non-public high schools that promotes education, leadership, sportsmanship, character and citizenship for students by establishing and maintaining high standards for school activities and competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Last week Devesh Kumar and Yash Saxena were left off of the list or students who presented their research via Zoom to a panel of judges on May 15.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VJAS is directly sponsored by the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) with the objectives of discovering and encouraging scientific aptitude among secondary school students in Virginia, fostering fellowship between its members and members of the VAS, encouraging students to continue their education in science, engineering, and related fields, and developing a background among its members which leads to future membership in the Virginia Academy of Science and other professional science organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please congratulate Devesh and Yash on this prestigious accomplishment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I would like to end tonight\u2019s message with a quote from the late Muhammad Ali. Aside from being a champion boxer, Ali was an activist and a man that lived by his beliefs. One of my favorite Ali quotes is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n “Impossible is just a word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact. It’s an opinion. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is nothing.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a great evening and as always, Go Dragons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 053021<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n School will be closed tomorrow in observance of Memorial Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Covid-19 Protocol Change:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In keeping in line as best we can with the current CDC and VDH guidelines, we will make the following changes effecting Tuesday June 1st<\/sup>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attention sophomores and juniors:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n SOL testing<\/strong> will take place this week in Reading (all juniors)<\/strong> and World History<\/strong> II (only sophomores who didn\u2019t take the US History SOL or the World History I SOL in middle school<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Testing will take place during junior English and Global Studies 10 classes at their regularly scheduled times. Students should report to school on the day designated earlier in the spring but be aware that the week is shifting forward by one day<\/strong> due to Memorial Day! Tues and Thurs will be even days and Wed and Fri will be odd days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, and Richmond: Students with last names A-Li will be on Tues & Wed. Students with last names Lia-Z will be on Thurs and Fri. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Goochland, Hopewell, and Powhatan will be on Tues and Wed. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Charles City, King & Queen, New Kent, Petersburg, and Prince George will be on Thurs and Fri.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Textbook Return<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n School resources and text return<\/strong> will be June 11th from 8am-noon<\/u> for students currently on virtual learning. Resources\/texts will be returned to teacher classrooms or another designated location. A comprehensive list will be available at the Bluestone upon check-in. If a student cannot make it to campus on Friday June 11th, they should email their teachers to make alternative arrangements the following week. For clerical purposes, we strongly encourage drop offs on June 11th. All books or other materials must be returned no later than June 18th. Students present on campus will be returning their books over the next few weeks through their normal class schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seniors<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dear Class of 2021,<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you are all quite aware, Covid has really impacted our school year and end-of-the-year calendar. We have worked hard to put together some in-person senior events to honor their achievements, but we have had to adjust the dates to meet the state\u2019s requirements. The MLWGS calendar will reflect these changes, but we wanted to spread the word to make sure you had an up-to-date list. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the class officers or Ms. Sheppard (ksheppard@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is a list of remaining Senior events (both virtual and in-person):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Personal Finance and Economics:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Important Announcement Regarding Summer Economics and Personal Finance<\/p>\n\n\n\n This summer, Economics will run from July 5th<\/sup>-July 26th<\/sup> and Personal Finance will run from July 27th<\/sup>-August 17th<\/sup>. Students can verify they have registered for Economics or Personal Finance by going to PowerSchool and clicking the class registration tab on the left. Economics and Personal Finance will be listed as alternate choices. If you have planned to take either class and don\u2019t see them listed, please contact Ms. Cobb (jcobb@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a>) immediately. If you registered for either class and no longer plan to take the class, please email Ms. Cobb. Students will not hear from Ms. Hamilton regarding the course until the week before class starts. Please contact Ms. Hamilton (chamilton@gsgis.12.va.us<\/a>) if you have specific questions regarding Economics or Personal Finance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Transcript Survey<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Attention MLWGS Community! The School Advisory Council (SAC) is seeking the feedback of students and parents as well as faculty on our transcripts. SAC would like your input on the following google form to gauge your preferences on the practice on including numerical values on transcripts, which has been in place since 2017. More detail about this issue is included in the introduction of this optional, anonymous survey: https:\/\/forms.gle\/jBqCL9ecTR7tXSLa7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Athletics<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any student interested in athletics at Maggie Walker for 2021-2022 school must have a VHSL physical emailed to the following emails, phawkins@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> and cturnbow@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> in a PDF document-NOT a WORD or pictures document. All try-out\/start dates can be found on the same link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/mlwgs.com\/co-curricular-overview\/athletics\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Band and Chorus Concert<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Band and Chorus will be performing their spring concert on Wednesday, June 2nd at 6:00PM. The concert will take place outdoors at various locations around the MLWGS campus. Friends and family are asked to bring their own chairs to the performances. This will be the first live performance from the music department since March of 2020! We hope to see you there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Senior Art Exhibition Opening<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Please join us for the gala opening of the 2021 MLWGS Senior Art Exhibition: \u201cEnchanted\u201d<\/u> off-campus at Artworks Gallery Richmond on<\/u> Friday, June 4th<\/sup> from 6-9PM. <\/strong>The exhibition, which is the capstone event of our visual arts program, will highlight the collected works of 13 Maggie Walker art seniors including Emma Lindley, Elizabeth Celentano, Azaria Mosby, Cooper Tsow, Ria Bakshi, Rylan Karjane, Shreya Malani, Ada Rigsby, Isabel Martin, Julianne Zielinski, Anika Kalluri, Grace Saunders, and Helen Hall. Come meet these amazing young artists, see their work, and mingle with other Maggie Walker art lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to COVID restrictions, there will be a staggered opening<\/u>. Therefore, you must RSVP to attend the opening<\/strong> using the link bit.ly\/enchanted21<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Artworks Gallery is located at 320 Hull Street<\/strong>, RVA 23224 in the Manchester area of downtown Richmond. The show will continue through June 13th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n MLWGS Foundation<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Which Class Will Win?–Parent Annual Fund Competition Ends Tuesday<\/p>\n\n\n\n This year’s competition to see which class has the highest participation rate in the MLWGS Foundation Annual Fund campaign ends Tuesday, June 1. At this point, the juniors are leading the way in impressive fashion, but there’s still time for the other classes to make their moves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class of 2021: 23%<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class of 2022: 33%<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class of 2023: 27%<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class of 2024: 22%<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can support your student(s)’ class and our Dragons by making a donation today (any amount counts) online at https:\/\/app.etapestry.com\/onlineforms\/GSGISFFoundationGovernorsS\/annualfundgift.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The winning class gets bragging rights and a sweet treat from the Foundation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good News!<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Maggie Walker students Perisa Ashar, Aashka Shah, Annabel Tang, and Carson Wang had papers accepted to the Virginia Junior Academy of Science (VJAS). They presented their research via Zoom to a panel of judges on May 15. These judges awarded Perisa Third Place in the Medicine and Health A section. In the Medicine and Health D section, Annabel was awarded Third Place and Aashka was awarded Honorable Mention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VJAS is directly sponsored by the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) with the objectives of discovering and encouraging scientific aptitude among secondary school students in Virginia, fostering fellowship between its members and members of the VAS, encouraging students to continue their education in science, engineering, and related fields, and developing a background among its members which leads to future membership in the Virginia Academy of Science and other professional science organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please congratulate these students on these prestigious accomplishments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kicker\u2019s Tickets Fundraiser for the Class of 2024<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This year\u2019s Freshman Class has reached out to the Richmond Kickers and were able to receive a really awesome opportunity where they will give the class 30% of each ticket sold through this website: https:\/\/fevo.me\/mlwgs2024<\/a> The Freshmen Class Officers think that this is not only a great way to help the class of \u201924 generate funds, but also an excellent way for the MLWGS community to casually come together before the end of the school year. The tickets are for the match on June 5th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To many, Memorial Day, the federal U.S. holiday that takes place every year on the last Monday of May, is just another excuse for a three-day weekend. It\u2019s also known as the day that marks the unofficial start of summer and as a day devoted to getting great deals at the mall. However, the true meaning of Memorial Day goes far beyond barbecues and sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The holiday began after the Civil War, and at that time was known as \u201cDecoration Day.\u201d While it was originally founded to honor the soldiers who died in the Civil War, today, Memorial Day is a day to honor all of the Americans who have died in military service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Patriotic Americans should take a moment from their day of celebration and leisure to reflect on the brave sacrifices of those who have given their lives for this great nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I think what sums up Memorial Day best for me can be found in the words of John F. Kennedy who said, \u201cLet every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a great evening and as always, Go Dragons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 052321<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Textbook Return<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n School resources and text return<\/strong> will be June 11th from 8am-noon<\/u> for students currently on virtual learning. Students should enter through the Bluestone Lobby for temperature scans and health screenings. Resources\/texts will be returned to teacher classrooms or another designated location. A comprehensive list will be available next week and at the Bluestone upon check-in. The make-up day will be June 18th from 8am-noon, approval will be granted on a case-by-case basis. Contact Mr. Smith msmith@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seniors<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Save the date!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Senior Night will be held on Tuesday, June 15th<\/sup> from 7:00-9:00pm. in the auditorium. Due to current Covid restrictions from the Governor, masks are required to be worn. Seniors should meet in the gym at 6:40 for line-up. Please join us in honoring the Class of 2021 while reflecting on their past four years at MLWGS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Athletics<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any student interested in athletics at Maggie Walker for 2021-2022 school must have a VHSL physical emailed to the following emails, phawkins@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> and cturnbow@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> in a PDF document-NOT a WORD or pictures document. All try-out\/start dates can be found on the same link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/mlwgs.com\/co-curricular-overview\/athletics\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Band and Chorus Concert<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: Wednesday, June 2 at 6:00 pm (rain date: Thursday, June 3)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Front Steps on Lombardy Street<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring your own chair!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Senior Art Exhibition<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Please join us for the gala opening of the 2021 MLWGS Senior Art Exhibition: Enchanted<\/u> at Artworks Gallery on Friday, June 4th<\/sup> from 6-9PM. The show, which is the capstone event of our visual arts program, will highlight the collected works of 13 Maggie Walker seniors including Emma Lindley, Elizabeth Celentano, Azaria Mosby, Cooper Tsow, Ria Bakshi, Rylan Karjane, Shreya Malani, Ada Rigsby, Isabel Martin, Julianne Zielinski, Anika Kalluri, Grace Saunders, and Helen Hall. Come meet these amazing young artists and mingle with other Maggie Walker art lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to COVID restrictions, there will be a staggered opening. Therefore, you must RSVP to attend the opening using the link bit.ly\/enchanted21<\/a> Artworks Gallery is located at 320 Hull Street, RVA 23224 in the Manchester area of downtown Richmond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The show will continue through June 13th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n MLWGS Foundation<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate Your Grad & Leave Your Mark at MLWGS!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Governor\u2019s School Foundation invites families of MLWGS seniors and graduates to purchase inscribed pavers to leave a lasting tribute at the school. Inscribed MLWGS pavers are a great graduation gift from parents, grandparents, anyone trying to find something special and lasting to give their favorite graduate(s). You can purchase either a Bluestone paver inside the school lobby or a brick paver to be placed on the Lombardy Street walkway. All donated funds beyond the cost of the engraving are tax-deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Orders must be received by July 1. The cost is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n * $500 for an exterior brick pavers (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n *$1,000 for a Bluestone lobby paver (up to 3 lines of text with 13 characters\/spaces per line)<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can order online at http:\/\/www.mlwgsfoundation.org\/donate\/<\/a> or contact Ginger O’Neil, goneil@mlwgsfoundation.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We are over half way through the testing period! APs are mostly behind us and we will take on the SOLs this week. The Dragon Nation is performing well and it is clear that our students are taking them seriously and knocking them down. With only 19 school days left, things are rolling to a great finish. Needless to say, we need to finish strong so that we may enjoy our time off without any of this year\u2019s business underfoot. I have total confidence that we will all enjoy the victory of another successful school year. The Dragon Nation can\u2019t be beat. To paraphrase what Muhammad Ali said, \u201cIf you even dream of beating us you’d better wake up and apologize\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a great evening and as always, Go Dragons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 051621<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Interims<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Interim 4th<\/sup> marking period grades were uploaded on Friday. Please take a look in PowerSchool to make sure things are where you want them to be. We are in the home stretch, so if there is missing work, be sure to get it done and submitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n AP Testing Updates:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you AP testers for once again being super punctual and prepared for AP exams last week. As we move into the third week of testing, there will be a combination in-person exams (Monday & Friday) and digital exams (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital exams will be taken at home and there are four steps students must complete in advance in order to be ready to test. The first step is to download and log into the Digital Testing App (https:\/\/download.app.collegeboard.org\/<\/a>). Other steps, details about compatible devices, and other important information can be found in the Digital Testing Guide (https:\/\/apcentral.collegeboard.org\/pdf\/ap-digital-testing-guide.pdf<\/a>). Remember that MLWGS cannot provide tech support during at home exams, but we can try to answer questions in advance as you complete the set up process. Students taking the AP English Literature exam on Tuesday should reach out with questions on Monday. If you are learning in-person, please make sure to allow yourself plenty of time to get home and log into your device 30 minutes before the global start time. This may mean you need to leave class early; please communicate these needs to your teacher and Ms. Bowman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students testing in-person on Monday should arrive between 8:00 and 8:30 for a morning exam and 12:30 for an afternoon exam. There will be three exam rooms used on Monday morning. Please check the AP exam calendar on the AP Testing Schoology group to find your exam room. Please report for AP language\/music exams on Friday, May 21st<\/sup> by 8:30am for morning exams and 11:45am for afternoon exams. These exams can run long, so please be sure to plan meals and transportation accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you all for your continued patience and diligence with these detailed instructions. Contact Rachel Loving, AP Coordinator with questions at rloving@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Athletics<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Any student interested in athletics at Maggie Walker for 2021-2022 school must have a VHSL physical emailed to the following emails, phawkins@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> and cturnbow@gsgis.k12.va.us<\/a> in a PDF document-NOT a WORD or pictures document. All try-out\/start dates can be found on the same link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/mlwgs.com\/co-curricular-overview\/athletics\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Band and Chorus Concert<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: Wednesday, June 2 at 6:00 pm (rain date: Thursday, June 3)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where: Front Steps on Lombardy Street<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring your own chair!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Library News: Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month by reading a good book from the MLWGS Library by authors like Celeste Ng, Hari Kunzru, Kiran Desai, Yoko Ogawa, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Chang Rae-Lee, Jhumpa Lahiri, and many more! Several fiction titles are highlighted in the library\u2019s main book display and many non-fiction titles are available too. Stop by and check one out! If you can\u2019t squeeze one of these books into your May schedule, any month of the year is a great time to read them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good News!<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Daniela Wheeler, a sophomore here at MLWGS, has recently been selected to participate in the 2021 US Youth Ambassadors Program<\/a> with Paraguay and Uruguay. You can use the embedding link to learn more about this wonderful opportunity! Congratulations Daniela!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perisa Ashar, a senior at MLWGS, has been selected as one of the 40 Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders by We Are Family Foundation for her work with STEM education equity and outreach and her work with social justice through her organizations: Illuminate and STEMinate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Global Teen Leaders are carefully selected and represent 16 countries from 6 continents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please see the following press release for more information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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