Meet the 2026–27 Foundation Fellows
The MLWGS Foundation Fellows Program has started its second year, and we’re excited to welcome a new cohort of student leaders! Launched last year, the Fellows program gives students
Five Pillars. One Shared Vision.
How the Maggie L. Walker Governor's School Foundation will help bring the school's new strategic plan to life The 2026-31 strategic plan is guided by a focus on curiosity,
Investing in those who inspire our Dragons
Foundation grants strengthen teaching, learning and entire school community When it invests in professional development, the Maggie L. Walker Governor's School Foundation isn't simply paying for conference registrations or
Booked and Busy: Seniors Reflect on Their MLWGS Journey
“Booked and busy.” That’s how senior Rhaiyn Preston of Chesterfield described life at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School, which included balancing basketball, soccer, band, advanced classes, travel opportunities and
From South Africa to the Studio Classroom
Jeff Hall becomes first two-time Patricia E. Taylor Teaching Award recipient. When Jeff Hall travels to South Africa this June, the journey will be about far more than a
The Power of Community: Foundation’s 2024-2025 Annual Report
The Foundation's 2024-2025 Annual Report highlights some of the wonderful ways the Foundation supports our Dragons and teachers thanks to the generosity of our entire Dragon community. Check it
MLWGS Foundation Helps Equip Teachers to Support Gifted Learners
One of the many things that sets MLWGS teachers apart is that they all must earn their gifted education endorsement—an essential credential for teaching our intellectually advanced and emotionally
Seniors Shape Their Final Year with Passion, Curiosity and Sense of Purpose
Amelia Adcock didn’t expect a senior-year class to change the way she saw the world or her place in it. But during the “Wilderness and the American Mind” course,
Brains in the Game
Academic Teams Take Competition Season by Storm Practices are running late. Uniforms are getting washed frequently. Airplane tickets are getting booked for cross-country travel. And parents are delivering team
2025 Patricia E. Taylor Teaching Award for International Experiences
This annual award provides up to $7,500 to a teacher at the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for a self-designed summer international travel experience. The goal is to enhance