January 20, 2023 Vol. 6, Issue 12
THIS ISSUE: IMPORTANT DATES • NEW BOARD LEADERS • BEE-ING CHAMP • THANK A PRINCIPAL • WINTER WORKSHOPS • NOMINATE YOUR TEACHER • EVENTS AND DEADLINES • HCPS VIDEOS • FREE ONLINE TUTORING • PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION • CALENDAR CHANGES • LEARNING OPTIONS
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Welcome to the Binder! Look for new editions in your inbox approximately every two weeks, for news and reminders from Henrico County Public Schools.
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Jan. 26: School Board work session and monthly meeting
Jan. 27: Student half day and teacher clerical day
Feb. 9: School Board work session
Feb. 20: Schools and offices closed using banked inclement weather time
Feb. 21: Special election (student holiday and staff professional learning day)
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School Board leadership: At its Jan. 12 work session, Board members voted unanimously to elect Kristi Kinsella, Brookland District representative, the new chair, and Alicia Atkins, Varina District representative, the new vice chair. Congratulations, and thank you for your hard work on behalf of Henrico families!
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The sweet spell of victory
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Congrats to eighth grade student Elina Habib, who claimed the 2023 HCPS Divisionwide Spelling Bee title for George Moody Middle School! Sandy Erijarla, a sixth grade student at L. Douglas Wilder M.S., was runner-up. Each bee participant was the champion of an HCPS elementary or middle school.
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Thank you, principals! Gov. Glenn Youngkin has proclaimed Jan. 15-21 “Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week.” The week was first officially recognized in 1987 and continues as a well-deserved public acknowledgement of the great care and dedication of our school leaders. HCPS principals are second to none, and we appreciate all that you do, day in and day out!
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Winter workshops underway: HCPS’ Bridge Builders Academy workshop series is about giving you the information you need and building community connections. The winter edition of the series includes something for everyone, with virtual and in-person workshops presented by relevant specialists:
- FEV online tutoring: Jan. 24 at noon (virtual Spanish and Arabic sessions)
- FEV online tutoring: Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. (virtual English session)
- Pre-K information: Feb. 6 at noon (virtual Spanish and Arabic sessions)
- Pre-K information: Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. (virtual English session)
- Accessing Henrico Libraries: Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. (Oak Avenue Complex)
- Resume-writing for Beginners: March 14 at 6 p.m. (Oak Avenue Complex)
- HCPS ExEd Expo: March 21 at 5:30 p.m. (Henrico High School)
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Remember that special teacher?
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Of course you do. We all remember that teacher who nurtured our love of learning. Nominate an HCPS teacher for the 2023 REB Awards for Teaching Excellence. Each year, about 15 outstanding area teachers receive cash grants to support professional development. Recipients have earned graduate degrees, climbed mountains and traced their ancestors — all to reignite their passion for learning and to pass it on to their students. Nominations are due by Feb 21.
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Upcoming events and deadlines
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Candidates for your calendar:
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"Water" these Rivers Edge kindergartners exploring?
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Craving wintry weather? Short Pump E.S. students snow the feeling
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Remember, academic help is a click away: For students struggling with a homework problem, sometimes questions can’t wait until the next time the class meets. Did you know that HCPS middle and high school students can now get personalized help quickly from experienced tutors? The division has contracted with tutoring service FEV Tutor to provide one-on-one online support after school hours and during designated school hours.
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Find out how to register for preschool
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ICYMI: 'Banked' time will add student and staff holidays in February and May
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HCPS is adjusting its 2022-23 school calendar to add two days off and accommodate the Tuesday, Feb. 21 special election for the 4th Congressional District. Each year, the school division “banks” instructional time that can be used to offset unplanned closures during inclement weather or other emergencies. When that time is not needed for weather, it can be used to create additional days off in the calendar while still meeting Virginia’s required 990-instructional hour minimum. Friday, Feb. 17 had been eyed as a tentative holiday using banked time, but that will now be shifted to Feb. 20.
Modified HCPS calendar:
- Monday, Feb. 20: Schools and offices closed using banked inclement weather time
- Tuesday, Feb. 21: Special election (student holiday and staff professional learning day)
- Friday, May 26: Schools and offices closed using banked inclement weather time
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