Superintendents in Gloucester and Mathews counties reported smooth openings to the 2024-2025 school year. Classes began Monday in both counties.
In Gloucester
“We had a phenomenal first day of school.”
Superintendent of Gloucester County Public Schools Dr. Anthony Vladu said the first couple days of the new school year went well for the district.
Transportation issues were kept at a minimum and Vladu expects improvement every day.
“We’re quicker than last year,” said Vladu.
Though bus delays can be expected the first few days of school as thousands of Gloucester students rely on GCPS transportation to get to and from school, there have been minimal problems so far. In fact, all Gloucester High School students were dropped off by 7:30 Tuesday morning.
As for GHS students and staff who have to navigate the renovation project for one more school year, Vladu said teachers have worked diligently to adjust learning areas during this time.
GCPS had a physical count of 4,808 students Tuesday, ...