Caution: Accident
There was an accident on Route 1 between Stoney Bank and Valleybrook Roads. Currently, the district transportation fleet has no access to Walnut Hill, Brandywine Circle, Lydia Hollow, or Bonnie Lane. Emergency Management Services estimate that it could be close to 10AM before the issue is resolved.
Before and After School Programming for K-5 Students
Our team is proud to announce that Garnet Valley has partnered with Champions to provide before and after-school programming for our K-5 students next school year.
Website Down
Our Garnet Valley School District site is currently inaccessible to anyone outside of our district campus. We have been working diligently with the site platform representatives, and our network representatives to correct this issue.
Important Notice Regarding Garnet Valley Social Media Accounts
Outside groups have been commenting on our posts with advertisements to stream Garnet Valley sporting events. These accounts are likely automated, and Garnet Valley School District is in no way affiliated with these streaming services.
Bus Fire
Today, one of our school buses caught fire while it was receiving repairs to its electrical system at our maintenance garage. The bus maintenance garage is located behind the high school. Since the bus was proactively identified as needing repair, there were no students or drivers on board.
Masking–Revision to the Health and Safety Plan
Effective February 25, 2022, CDC does not require wearing of masks on buses or vans operated by public or private school systems, including early care and education/child care programs." As a result of this change, masks are encouraged but not required on Garnet Valley School District transportation.
1-18-22 Proposed Health Plan
Garnet Valley School District Proposed Health and Safety Plan 2021-22 Academic Year Initial Effective Date: July 30, 2021, updated August 15, 2021 and January 18, 2022.
Return to In-Person Learning
Our plan for Monday, January 3, 2022, continues to be in-person learning for all students.
GVHS Names Eric VanWyk as New Head Varsity Football Coach
The Garnet Valley High School Athletic Department is excited to name Mr. Eric VanWyk as the new head varsity football coach.
UPDATE: 12-16-21 TikTok Threat
As local and national law enforcement agencies continue to investigate the threats posted to TikTok, no evidence has been found connecting them to any local school districts.
Important Message
Important message regarding December 17th, from the Garnet Valley School District Superintendent of schools.
Important Information about GVMS
I wanted to make you aware of a situation that occurred at GVMS involving a terroristic threat made through social media. The individual(s) who are responsible for the post have been identified, and the Pennsylvania State Police are currently conducting the investigation.
11-30-2021 Masking Update
the Pennsylvania Supreme Court of Pennsylvania reinstated Governor Tom Wolf’s administration’s mandate requiring students, teachers and staff to wear face masks in school. It will remain in effect until further notice.
Ongoing Masking Litigation
Late yesterday afternoon, the Commonwealth Court filed an opinion that lifted the stay that was in place on the mask mandate for K-12 schools effective December 4, 2021. However…
Masking Still Required in GVSD
The Acting Secretary of Health’s mask mandate would remain in effect until one of two things happens: (1) either the mandate expires, as it does on 1-17-22, or (2) the Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules on the issue prior to that date.
Criminal Activity Reported on Social Media
We are aware of a great deal of activity on social media regarding rumored abductions in our area. The victim contacted the Pennsylvania State Police and there is an ongoing investigation.
2021-2022 SY Update
Garnet Valley School District is providing 5 day a week, in-person learning for the entire 2021-22 academic year.
2021-2022 Proposed Health Plan
Our proposed health plan is subject to change based on evolving guidance and health trends.