Every parent wonders at some point: is my child okay?
Join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, for a free webinar with educational psychologist Linda Price, M.Ed., CAGS, and youth mental health advocate Mallory G. who will share her own story of navigating emotional distress as a young person and finding the support that helped her thrive.
🌱 Growing Together: Supporting Your Child's Mental Health This School Year
🗓 Tuesday, September 16 | 7–8pm ET
👉 Register here: https://www.cartwheel.org/webinarseries
🏃♀️🏃♂️ The Healthy Kids Running Series is coming to Concord Township this fall!
Families with children from Pre-K through 8th grade are invited to participate in this fun, five-week running series at the Garnet Valley Middle School Football Field. Race distances are designed by age group, giving runners of all experience levels a chance to get active, build confidence, and have fun!
📅 Sundays: September 13, September 27, October 4, October 18 & October 25
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 GV Middle School Football Field
601 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills
🌧️ Rain Date: November 1
Participants who register for the full series receive a T-shirt, and all runners receive medals during Week 5.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or use the link below.
https://concord-township-pa.healthykidsrunningseries.org/Race/Register?raceId=153061
We hope to see plenty of young runners out on the field this fall!
#GVfeeling #HealthyKidsRunningSeries #ConcordTownship #KidsRun
Families with children from Pre-K through 8th grade are invited to participate in this fun, five-week running series at the Garnet Valley Middle School Football Field. Race distances are designed by age group, giving runners of all experience levels a chance to get active, build confidence, and have fun!
📅 Sundays: September 13, September 27, October 4, October 18 & October 25
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 GV Middle School Football Field
601 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills
🌧️ Rain Date: November 1
Participants who register for the full series receive a T-shirt, and all runners receive medals during Week 5.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or use the link below.
https://concord-township-pa.healthykidsrunningseries.org/Race/Register?raceId=153061
We hope to see plenty of young runners out on the field this fall!
#GVfeeling #HealthyKidsRunningSeries #ConcordTownship #KidsRun
🚌🎉 Today marks a big milestone for our Transportation Department and the Pennington Project!
Our transportation team is officially moving its fleet of buses to the Pennington Building. This new space is much better suited to support our drivers, staff, and fleet, and we’re excited to begin this new chapter for GV Transportation!
Here’s to many happy and safe miles ahead from their new home! 🚌🐾
#GVfeeling #GVTransportation #PenningtonProject
Our transportation team is officially moving its fleet of buses to the Pennington Building. This new space is much better suited to support our drivers, staff, and fleet, and we’re excited to begin this new chapter for GV Transportation!
Here’s to many happy and safe miles ahead from their new home! 🚌🐾
#GVfeeling #GVTransportation #PenningtonProject
🎉 Celebrating Our Garnet Valley Retirees!
At last night’s School Board meeting, we had the opportunity to recognize and celebrate several members of the Garnet Valley family as they begin an exciting new chapter in retirement.
We were especially pleased to recognize the retirees who joined us for the celebration and are pictured here:
👏 Charles Smith
👏 Craig Thomas
👏 Liz Parenti
👏 Monica LaMonica
👏 Beth Parsons
👏 Ellie McGlinn
We are grateful for the years of service, dedication, and care they have given to our students, families, colleagues, and community. Their contributions have helped shape Garnet Valley in countless ways, and we wish each of them happiness and all the best in whatever comes next!
🔗 Please join us in celebrating all of this year’s Garnet Valley retirees: See full list
Congratulations, and thank you for everything you have given to Garnet Valley! ❤️🐾
#GVfeeling #GVproud #ThankYouRetirees #GarnetValley
🦅 Congratulations to Eagle Scout Connor Joseph Criswell!
Garnet Valley School District is proud to recognize Connor Joseph Criswell, a Garnet Valley High School Class of 2026 graduate, for achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 260.
For his Eagle Scout service project, Connor designed and built two picnic tables and two benches for Beaver Valley Park in Concord Township, creating a lasting resource for our community. Connor also holds the distinction of becoming the 114th Eagle Scout in the history of Troop 260.
Congratulations, Connor, on this outstanding achievement! Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to service make the Garnet Valley community proud.
#GVfeeling #EagleScout #GVproud #CommunityService
Garnet Valley School District is proud to recognize Connor Joseph Criswell, a Garnet Valley High School Class of 2026 graduate, for achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 260.
For his Eagle Scout service project, Connor designed and built two picnic tables and two benches for Beaver Valley Park in Concord Township, creating a lasting resource for our community. Connor also holds the distinction of becoming the 114th Eagle Scout in the history of Troop 260.
Congratulations, Connor, on this outstanding achievement! Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to service make the Garnet Valley community proud.
#GVfeeling #EagleScout #GVproud #CommunityService
Dr. Bertrando and the administration team were excited to welcome our new teachers to the district today for their first day of orientation!
We’re thrilled to have these talented educators joining our schools and becoming part of the GV community. 🍎📚
Please join us in giving them a warm welcome and wishing them a fantastic start to the school year! 💙
Welcome to the GV Family!
We’re thrilled to have these talented educators joining our schools and becoming part of the GV community. 🍎📚
Please join us in giving them a warm welcome and wishing them a fantastic start to the school year! 💙
Welcome to the GV Family!
🎉🐾 We are proud to share some exciting news about Garnet Valley High School!
In the newest U.S. News & World Report rankings, GVHS is ranked among the Top 1,000 high schools in the nation for the first time!
🏆 #941 nationally — up 723 spots from #1,664
🏆 #34 in Pennsylvania — up from #58
🏆 #25 in the Philadelphia Metro Area — up from #36
⭐ Overall score: 94.76, up from 90.7
While rankings can never capture everything that makes a school special and are influenced by many factors beyond a school’s control, we are incredibly proud of this recognition and what it represents.
This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community. The relationships our educators build, the expectations they set, and the support they provide our students every day are at the heart of Garnet Valley.
We also congratulate the many outstanding schools recognized in this year’s rankings. Every school community has its own strengths, challenges, and reasons to celebrate.
Congratulations, GVHS, and thank you to everyone who contributes to making Garnet Valley a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive! ❤️🐾
#GVfeeling #GVHS #GVproud #GarnetValley
In the newest U.S. News & World Report rankings, GVHS is ranked among the Top 1,000 high schools in the nation for the first time!
🏆 #941 nationally — up 723 spots from #1,664
🏆 #34 in Pennsylvania — up from #58
🏆 #25 in the Philadelphia Metro Area — up from #36
⭐ Overall score: 94.76, up from 90.7
While rankings can never capture everything that makes a school special and are influenced by many factors beyond a school’s control, we are incredibly proud of this recognition and what it represents.
This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community. The relationships our educators build, the expectations they set, and the support they provide our students every day are at the heart of Garnet Valley.
We also congratulate the many outstanding schools recognized in this year’s rankings. Every school community has its own strengths, challenges, and reasons to celebrate.
Congratulations, GVHS, and thank you to everyone who contributes to making Garnet Valley a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive! ❤️🐾
#GVfeeling #GVHS #GVproud #GarnetValley
Back to school is exciting for some kids. For others, it's overwhelming.
If your child is struggling with school anxiety or avoidance, join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, and licensed therapist Chinwé Williams, LPC, for a free webinar on understanding what’s driving it — and what can help.
🏫 When School Feels Hard: Understanding Anxiety and Avoidance in Kids
🗓 Wednesday, August 19 | 7–8pm ET
👉 Register here: https://www.cartwheel.org/webinarseries
If your child is struggling with school anxiety or avoidance, join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, and licensed therapist Chinwé Williams, LPC, for a free webinar on understanding what’s driving it — and what can help.
🏫 When School Feels Hard: Understanding Anxiety and Avoidance in Kids
🗓 Wednesday, August 19 | 7–8pm ET
👉 Register here: https://www.cartwheel.org/webinarseries
Dear Incoming 9th Grade Students and Families,
During 9th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 19, from 9:00–11:00 a.m., all incoming freshmen will receive their school-issued MacBook.
MacBook distribution will take place in the Garnet Valley High School gym at the conclusion of orientation. Before leaving for the day, students will be directed to the gym to pick up their device and any related materials.
Students should plan to remain for the full orientation program so they do not miss the distribution process. Additional information about device use, care, account access, and technology support will be shared during orientation and at pickup.
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2030 to Garnet Valley High School and helping every student begin the school year prepared for success.
During 9th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 19, from 9:00–11:00 a.m., all incoming freshmen will receive their school-issued MacBook.
MacBook distribution will take place in the Garnet Valley High School gym at the conclusion of orientation. Before leaving for the day, students will be directed to the gym to pick up their device and any related materials.
Students should plan to remain for the full orientation program so they do not miss the distribution process. Additional information about device use, care, account access, and technology support will be shared during orientation and at pickup.
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2030 to Garnet Valley High School and helping every student begin the school year prepared for success.
Parenting is hard—but you don't have to do it alone. If you've ever thought, "I want to stop yelling," or "I want to parent differently," this FREE virtual workshop is for you. Join Dr. Amber Thornton to learn practical strategies for staying calm, responding instead of reacting, and breaking old patterns. Plus, attendees receive a FREE copy of her book! Register today!
⚠️ Important Network Maintenance Update
As part of the ongoing Pennington Project, the Garnet Valley School District network will be offline on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week. This planned shutdown is necessary as crews relocate fiber optic lines and complete other critical infrastructure maintenance.
During this time:
* 🏫 All district buildings will remain open.
* 🌐 Internet access will be unavailable.
* ☎️ Phone service will be unavailable until the work is complete.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important upgrades to our district's technology infrastructure. Thank you for your continued support.
As part of the ongoing Pennington Project, the Garnet Valley School District network will be offline on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week. This planned shutdown is necessary as crews relocate fiber optic lines and complete other critical infrastructure maintenance.
During this time:
* 🏫 All district buildings will remain open.
* 🌐 Internet access will be unavailable.
* ☎️ Phone service will be unavailable until the work is complete.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important upgrades to our district's technology infrastructure. Thank you for your continued support.
🐾🎒 Welcome, Class of 2030!
Garnet Valley High School will host 9th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Garnet Valley High School.
This is a great opportunity for incoming freshmen to get familiar with the building, meet members of the GVHS community, and begin preparing for a successful start to high school.
We look forward to welcoming our newest Jaguars!
#GVfeeling #GVHS #ClassOf2030 #JaguarPride
Garnet Valley High School will host 9th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Garnet Valley High School.
This is a great opportunity for incoming freshmen to get familiar with the building, meet members of the GVHS community, and begin preparing for a successful start to high school.
We look forward to welcoming our newest Jaguars!
#GVfeeling #GVHS #ClassOf2030 #JaguarPride
🤖🎉 Congratulations to our Garnet Valley Middle School and Garnet Valley High School students who wrapped up the InspiritAI Summer Program today with an outstanding showcase of their final AI projects!
Throughout the program, our AI Scholars explored advanced concepts including classification, computer vision, neural networks, natural language processing, AI agents, and much more. They applied these skills to design and build their own AI-powered projects, culminating in today's impressive presentations.
We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing complex challenges, thinking creatively, and demonstrating the curiosity, collaboration, and innovation that will help shape the future. Congratulations to all of our AI Scholars on an amazing accomplishment!
#GVfeeling #AIEducation #FutureReady #GVProud
Throughout the program, our AI Scholars explored advanced concepts including classification, computer vision, neural networks, natural language processing, AI agents, and much more. They applied these skills to design and build their own AI-powered projects, culminating in today's impressive presentations.
We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing complex challenges, thinking creatively, and demonstrating the curiosity, collaboration, and innovation that will help shape the future. Congratulations to all of our AI Scholars on an amazing accomplishment!
#GVfeeling #AIEducation #FutureReady #GVProud
🎉🐾 We are incredibly proud to celebrate Garnet Valley High School alumna Shana Pistilli on an extraordinary national honor!
Shana, founder and executive director of the Rubato School of Music, has been named the 2026 MLB & Mastercard Small Business Contest Grand Prize Winner during MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia.
As part of this incredible recognition, Shana will receive a $10,000 small business grant, mentorship from Mastercard, and the unforgettable opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park!
A former educator, Shana founded Rubato School of Music with a mission to make music accessible to children of all abilities. Through innovative teaching methods and an unwavering commitment to inclusion, she has helped countless students discover confidence, creativity, and their own unique voice through music.
Congratulations, Shana, on this well-deserved honor! Your passion, leadership, and dedication to making a difference continue to inspire our entire Garnet Valley community. We can't wait to cheer you on as you take the mound on baseball's biggest stage! ⚾❤️
#GVfeeling #GVProud #MLBAllStar #GarnetValleyAlumni
Shana, founder and executive director of the Rubato School of Music, has been named the 2026 MLB & Mastercard Small Business Contest Grand Prize Winner during MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia.
As part of this incredible recognition, Shana will receive a $10,000 small business grant, mentorship from Mastercard, and the unforgettable opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park!
A former educator, Shana founded Rubato School of Music with a mission to make music accessible to children of all abilities. Through innovative teaching methods and an unwavering commitment to inclusion, she has helped countless students discover confidence, creativity, and their own unique voice through music.
Congratulations, Shana, on this well-deserved honor! Your passion, leadership, and dedication to making a difference continue to inspire our entire Garnet Valley community. We can't wait to cheer you on as you take the mound on baseball's biggest stage! ⚾❤️
#GVfeeling #GVProud #MLBAllStar #GarnetValleyAlumni
The GVHS Marching Band is open to ALL GVHS students, and we’re making one final call before sign ups close soon.
Come be part of a big, welcoming group where the focus is fun, friends, making great memories, and putting on a GREAT show.
No experience? No problem.
No instrument? We've got you.
There are spots available for Color Guard, Winds, Brass, Drumline, Piano/Keyboard, Bass/Guitar, Mallet Percussion, and more.
Whether you’ve been performing for years or you’re brand new and just curious, there is a place for you with us!
www.gvhsmusic.org/joinband
Come be part of a big, welcoming group where the focus is fun, friends, making great memories, and putting on a GREAT show.
No experience? No problem.
No instrument? We've got you.
There are spots available for Color Guard, Winds, Brass, Drumline, Piano/Keyboard, Bass/Guitar, Mallet Percussion, and more.
Whether you’ve been performing for years or you’re brand new and just curious, there is a place for you with us!
www.gvhsmusic.org/joinband
📱 Stay Connected with GVSD!
The Garnet Valley School District is excited to launch our new mobile app, making it easier than ever to stay informed and connected from your phone.
Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community member, the GVSD app puts important school information right at your fingertips.
With the app, you can:
• Stay up to date with school news and announcements
• Receive push notifications for important updates and upcoming events
• Report a student absence
• Access staff contact information quickly
• View school calendars and events
• Find important documents
• Communicate with teachers in your home language
The GVSD app is free to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Download it today and never miss an update. It's everything GVSD, in your pocket. 📲
We're honored to share Dr. Marc Bertrando's column, "Resisting Our Temptation to Ban All Phones," was selected for AASA's Best of 2025-26 digital issue of School Administrator magazine.
This article reflects a belief that continues to shape the work within the Garnet Valley School District → technology challenges rarely have simple solutions.
While phone restrictions may have a place, long-term success depends on helping students develop the judgment, habits, and self-control to use technology responsibly.
You can read the Best of 2025-26 issue here:
https://www.aasa.org/publications/school-administrator
#AASAMag
This article reflects a belief that continues to shape the work within the Garnet Valley School District → technology challenges rarely have simple solutions.
While phone restrictions may have a place, long-term success depends on helping students develop the judgment, habits, and self-control to use technology responsibly.
You can read the Best of 2025-26 issue here:
https://www.aasa.org/publications/school-administrator
#AASAMag
🎓 Save the date, GVHS Class of 2027!
We are thrilled to share that the Garnet Valley High School Class of 2027 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 7, 2027, at 11:00 AM at the Bob Carpenter Center on the campus of the University of Delaware.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, and friends. More details will be shared as we get closer to the ceremony.
We are thrilled to share that the Garnet Valley High School Class of 2027 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 7, 2027, at 11:00 AM at the Bob Carpenter Center on the campus of the University of Delaware.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, and friends. More details will be shared as we get closer to the ceremony.
Are you in need of additional information on the transition to adulthood for teens and young adults on the Autism Spectrum? Please see the upcoming workshop hosted by CHOP's Center for Autism Research (CAR) and the PASSAGE Program. The PASSAGE Program — Partnership with Autistics for Successfully Supporting Adult Goals and Experiences — focuses on the transition to adulthood for autistic teens and young adults.
Spots are still available for Facing Your Fears, an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) group program for autistic youth with anxiety offered by Drexel University & Montclair State University. Please feel free to reach out directly to the contacts provided with any questions.
