News Releases, Media Advisories and Public Service Announcements
Henrico HS principal honored with REB Leadership Award; Colonial Trail ES principal is runner-up
Karin Castillo-Rose, principal of Henrico High School, is flanked by Amy Cashwell, HCPS superintendent, and Roscoe Cooper III, the School Board’s Fairfield District representative. Castillo-Rose was honored Tuesday with the […]
Public Service Announcement: March 17, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, March 23, 2023 4:30 p.m. Work Session 6:30 p.m. Monthly Meeting The meetings will take place in […]
Public Service Announcement: March 16, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will attend a meeting of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors to review the FY2023-2024 Annual Financial Plan. This meeting will be […]
Public schools are the heart of our community. Join our team and help make a difference.
Henrico, Va., March 6, 2023 — When you work with the students and families of Henrico County, you not only help equip children for life; you also strengthen our community. […]
HCPS Survey: Share your views about your student’s school and the school division
Respondents can help chart HCPS’ course — and have a shot at family and school incentives Henrico, Va., March 6, 2023 — The window opens today for Henrico County Public […]
Public Service Announcement: March 3, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, March 9, 2023 3:30 p.m. Work Session The meeting will take place in the auditorium of […]
Henrico County Public Schools launches ‘Opportunity School’ initiative to address critical staffing needs
Henrico, Va., Feb. 24, 2023 — Henrico County Public Schools is launching a new “Opportunity School” initiative through the school division’s Career Ladder program to address critical staffing issues at […]
Amy Cashwell named Region 1 Superintendent of the Year
Henrico, Va., Feb. 23, 2023 — Amy Cashwell, superintendent of Henrico County Public Schools, was named the Region 1 Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents […]
Public Service Announcement: Feb. 17, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023 3:30 p.m. Work Session 6:30 p.m. Monthly Meeting The meetings will take place […]
25 HCPS educators earned national board certification in 2022, the most of any Virginia school division
NOTE: This news release has been updated to include an additional teacher who renewed her certification for 2022. Henrico, Va., Feb. 13, 2023 — Certification from the National Board for […]
Public Service Announcement: Feb. 3, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 1:30 p.m. Work Session 4 p.m. Public Hearing Regarding Recommended […]
Does your job feel like ‘Groundhog Day’?
Henrico, Va., Feb. 2, 2023 — If you’re in an unsatisfying job where every day seems the same, consider a career with Henrico County Public Schools. Working with the students […]
HCPS students will showcase their skills in front of employers at the Career Rodeo Skills Challenge
Students demonstrate their skills at the 2022 Career and Technical Education Career Rodeo Skills Challenge. Members of the media are invited to the 2023 edition of the event, which will […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Jan. 23, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will meet for Board Governance Training on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., in the Title 1 Room at the New […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Jan. 20, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 2 p.m.: Work Session 6:30 p.m.: Monthly Meeting The meetings will take place […]
HCPS’ Bridge Builders Academy series has something for all Henrico families
Henrico, Va. Jan. 19, 2023 — Henrico County Public Schools’ Bridge Builders Academy workshop series explores topics of interest to Henrico families, while building connections throughout our community. The series […]
Nominate an incredible HCPS educator for the 2023 REB Award for Teaching Excellence
Henrico, Va., Jan. 19, 2023 — Central Virginia recipients of the REB Awards for Teaching Excellence have earned graduate degrees, climbed mountains, studied the effects of climate change, traced their ancestors […]
HCPS celebrates new strategy, expanded programs with grand opening of ‘The Oak’
Henrico, Va., Jan. 12, 2023 — The Oak has taken root. The former Highland Springs High School has been reimagined as The Oak Avenue Complex, a multipurpose center that will […]
George Moody Middle School student wins 2023 Divisionwide Spelling Bee
Elina Habib reacts after clinching Henrico County Public Schools’ 2023 Divisionwide Spelling Bee on Tuesday evening at Deep Run High School. The George Moody Middle School eighth grader will represent […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Jan. 6, 2023
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 2 p.m. Work Session The meeting will take place in the auditorium of […]
HCPS uses banked time to add student and staff holidays to 2022-23 school calendar
Henrico, Va., Jan. 6, 2023 — Henrico County Public Schools is adjusting its 2022-23 school calendar to add two days off and accommodate the Tuesday, Feb. 21 special election for […]
2023: A new year and a new career
Henrico, Va., Jan. 3, 2023 — This year, resolve to pursue new opportunities and find a job you love. On Jan. 10, come talk with us about a career with […]
Shady Grove Elementary School kindergarten teacher named HCPS Teacher of the Year
Shady Grove Elementary School kindergarten teacher, Crissy Lynn, Henrico County Public Schools’ 2023 Teacher of the Year. Henrico, Va. Dec. 12, 2022 — Henrico County Public Schools employs more than […]
HCPS substitute teachers will earn more on Fridays
Henrico, Va. Dec. 9, 2022 — To meet an increasing demand for substitute teachers on Fridays, Henrico County Public Schools will increase the daily rate for classroom substitute teachers to […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Dec. 7, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia will hold a special meeting Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at 8 a.m., on the first floor of the Regency Mall, 1420 N. […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Dec. 2, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 3:30 p.m. Work Session 5:30 p.m. Public Input Session regarding FY 2023-2024 […]
Is a new job on your holiday wish list?
Henrico, Va., Dec. 1, 2022 — This holiday season, give yourself the gift of a job you love. Stop by a job fair Dec. 6 from 12:30-4:30 p.m. and learn more […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Nov. 29, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will participate in a special meeting of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., with […]
Deck those halls with holiday plants from two HCPS horticulture programs
Henrico, Va., Nov. 28, 2022 — Decorate for the holidays without spending a lot of green when you buy festive plants from Henrico County Public Schools students. Horticulture and landscaping […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Nov. 21, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold a School Board Town Hall Meeting hosted by Marcie Shea and Micky Ogburn on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022, at 6:30 […]
HCPS middle, high school students will be able to get free real-time homework help from tutors
Henrico, Va., Nov. 17, 2022 — For students struggling with a homework problem, sometimes questions can’t wait until the next time the class meets. Beginning in December, Henrico County Public […]
Henrico County Public Schools wins national awards for innovative programs
Henrico, Va., Nov. 16, 2022 — Five Henrico County Public Schools programs have been recognized in the 2022 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards. The annual awards recognize groundbreaking county […]
Come to a School Nutrition Services job fair and get a taste of HCPS
Henrico, Va. Nov. 9, 2022 — Interested in learning about the satisfaction, pay, flexibility and benefits that come when you join the School Nutrition Services team at Henrico County Public […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Nov. 4, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022 2:30 p.m. Work Session 6:30 p.m. Monthly Meeting The meetings will take place in […]
Safety panel outlines HCPS’ strengths, possible areas for enhancement
Henrico, Va. Nov. 3, 2022 — Henrico County Public Schools’ Office of School Safety and Emergency Management presented the findings of a Blue Ribbon Safety Panel to the School Board […]
HCPS educators receive grants, awards in recognition of classroom excellence
Jackie Dondero, a history and social sciences teacher at Deep Run High School, stands in their classroom with Ingrid Grant, HCPS’ chief of school leadership, and Marcie Shea, School Board […]
HCPS job fair set for Tuesday from 1-5 p.m.
Henrico, Va., Oct. 27, 2022 — Stop by a job fair Tuesday from 1-5 p.m. and learn more about opportunities with Henrico County Public Schools. The Nov. 1 event will […]
Public Service Announcement: Oct. 21, 2022
Oct. 21, 2022 The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 12:30 p.m. Board Governance Training2:30 p.m. Work Session6:30 p.m. […]
2022 College and Career Night: Your future awaits
Henrico, Va. Oct. 19, 2022 — Henrico County Public Schools will hold its annual College and Career Night on Nov. 2 at J.R. Tucker High School. Students and families are […]
Public Service Announcement: Oct. 7, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting:Thursday, October 13, 20221:00 p.m. Work SessionThe meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge […]
Middle and high school students: Explore career opportunities Oct. 18 at Henrico’s Life-Ready Expo
Students and families talk with representatives of businesses, government agencies, branches of the military and other employers at Henrico County Public Schools’ 2019 Life-Ready Expo. The 2022 edition of the […]
From pumpkins to native plants, check out the fall plant sale at the ACE Center at Virginia Randolph
Henrico, Va., Sept. 30, 2021 — Fall is a great time for planting and decorating. Get started Oct. 13 and Oct. 14 at a plant sale at the Advanced Career […]
HCPS Band Showcase: 9 bands, 1 great night
Henrico, Va., Sept. 29, 2022 — Crisp fall weather and nine high school bands — what better way to get your autumn on? Make plans to attend Henrico County Public […]
Oct. 8 job fair: Find your next big gig
Henrico, Va., Sept. 28, 2022 — Stop by a job fair Oct. 8 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and learn more about opportunities with Henrico County Public Schools. The […]
2022-23 REB Award: Why is your principal one of central Virginia’s great educational leaders?
Henrico, Va. Sept. 22, 2022 — The REB Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership provide a tangible, public way to recognize an outstanding principal at a Henrico County school. The Community […]
Public Service Announcement
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 3 p.m. Work Session6:30 p.m. Monthly Meeting The meetings will take […]
Nuckols Farm Elementary School named a national ‘Blue Ribbon School’ for the second time
Henrico, Va. Sept. 16, 2022 – Nuckols Farm Elementary School has been named a 2022 Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, an honor the Henrico County school […]
8th graders: Learn about options for high school at fall information sessions and open houses
Henrico, Va. Sept. 13, 2022 — From the arts to the environment, Henrico County Public Schools high school specialty centers offer students the chance to focus on a subject they […]
Check out the fall season of HCPS’ Bridge Builders Academy family workshops
Henrico, Va. Sept. 12, 2022 — The Bridge Builders Academy workshop series provides information and builds connections among families, the community and Henrico County Public Schools. The series is open […]
Tuesday: Come to HCPS’ September job fair
Henrico, Va., Sept. 8, 2022 — The new school year is in full swing for Henrico County Public Schools, but there’s just one thing missing — your skills and enthusiasm […]
Get school updates and ask questions at a Sept. 29 Varina District Town Hall Meeting
Henrico, Va., Sept. 7, 2022 — Alicia Atkins, the Henrico School Board’s representative from the Varina magisterial district, will host a Varina District Town Hall Meeting Sept. 29 to share […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Sept. 2, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022 3 p.m. Work Session The meeting will take place in the auditorium of […]
After student-led effort, John Rolfe MS will start 2022-23 with a new mascot and logo
Henrico, Va., Aug. 22, 2022 — John Rolfe Middle School has unveiled a new “Jaguars” logo that will greet students and staff when the new school year kicks off Aug. […]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Aug. 19, 2022
The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022 3 p.m. Work Session 6:30 p.m. Monthly Meeting The meetings […]
Henrico families: Jump start the 2022-23 school year at the Back-to-School Kickoff
Henrico, Va., Aug. 3, 2022 – While school starts on Monday, Aug. 29, a week earlier than previous years, HCPS families can get a jump start on the new school […]
We want you: Come talk with us Aug. 2 and 8
Henrico, Va., July 28, 2022 — The mercury has been rising this month and so is our excitement for the new year. Come talk with us and find out why […]
8 inventive ideas from HCPS educators win funding from Henrico Education Foundation
Henrico, Va., July 13, 2022 — Eight innovative ideas from Henrico County Public Schools teachers and school administrators will come to life after securing funding from the Henrico Education Foundation. […]
Job fair: Join us for the 2022-23 school year
Henrico, Va., July 7, 2022 — It’s summer, but at Henrico County Public Schools we’re excitedly preparing for the new school year. Come to a job fair Thursday, July 14 […]
