School Division News

Henrico County Public Schools restarts conversation about pre-Labor Day start for 2022-23 school year

Mirando al Futuro: Calendario Escolar de HCPS para el 2022-23 Nhìn về phía trước: Lịch học 2022-23 HCPS Olhando para o futuro: O calendário escolar HCPS de 2022-23 نظرة للمستقبل : التقويم المدرسي لعام ٢٠٢٢-٢٠٢٣ نگاهی به آینده: تقویم تعلیمی 2022-23 Henrico, Va. June 9, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools is considering the option […]

June job fairs: A career with Henrico County Public Schools could beach just what you need

Henrico, Va. June 8, 2021 — When it comes to careers, summer a good fit and some aren’t. Do you sea yourself making a difference and contributing to your community? If making a career change is what you’re dune this year, come by our two June job fairs and wave hello!The events will be June […]

Reminder: Virtual learning Tuesday for Va. primary day; HCPS closed June 18 for Juneteenth

Henrico, Va. June 7, 2021 — This is a reminder that Henrico County Public Schools has made two recent adjustments to its June calendar:There will be virtual learning for all HCPS students and teachers Tuesday, June 8 for Virginia’s political primary elections. The change was adopted in order to prioritize safety and minimize disruptions. Fifty-eight […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: June 2, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will meet for Board governance training on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 9 a.m. in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia.  The meeting is open to the public; however, there will not be an opportunity for public […]

Henrico Schools’ Class of 2021 will celebrate with expanded access to in-person graduations

HCPS announces 8 guests per graduate, up from 4, reflecting new Va. directives, CDC guidanceHenrico, Va., May 28, 2021 — In accordance with updated pandemic directives from Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, Henrico County Public Schools is adjusting some plans for traditional in-person graduation ceremonies scheduled for June. Northam’s Executive Order 79, which takes effect today, […]

Bridge beyond strife: Amazing pandemic video melds 500 voices from 9 HCPS high schools

Henrico, Va., May 26, 2021 — A soaring new video version of “Bridge Over Troubled Water” combines the voices of more than 500 Henrico County Public Schools students in an ambitious artistic response to racial strife and national division. The video creates a seamless rendition of the Simon and Garfunkel classic made from hundreds of […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: May 21, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, May 27, 2021  1 p.m.       Work Session The work session will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. School Board meetings […]

Additional updates for mask-wearing while outside at schools

Highlights of this message :Last week, the CDC issued updated guidance for fully vaccinated individuals, and Virginia responded by lifting its universal indoor mask mandate.In Virginia, masks will continue to be required when indoors on school property, given low rates of vaccination among children.On Tuesday, May 18, the Virginia Department of Education clarified its guidance: […]

actualizaciones adicionales para el uso de mascarillas en las escuelas

Resumen de este mensaje:La semana pasada, los CDC anunciaron una directriz actualizada para individuos completamente vacunados, y el estado de Virginia respondió con el levantamiento del mandato universal de uso de mascarillas en interiores.En Virginia, el uso de mascarillas continuará siendo obligatorio dentro de interiores en la propiedad escolar, dada la baja tasa de vacunaciones […]

Students 12 and older: Get vaccinated at May walk-up events at Richmond Raceway

Estudiantes de 12 años o más: vacúnense en los eventos del mes de mayo en el Richmond RacewayAlunos a partir de 12 anos: Para serem vacinados em eventos em Maio no Richmond RacewayHọc sinh từ 12 tuổi trở lên: Tiêm vắc xin tại các sự kiện đi thẳng đến vào Tháng Năm tại Richmond RacewayRichmond […]

‘Career and Technical Education Letter-of-Intent Signing Day’ returns to build on national attention

Henrico, Va. May 17, 2021 — After pausing the event in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic, Henrico County Public Schools will resume its annual Career and Technical Education Letter-of-Intent Signing Day on Tuesday. The event, which recognizes students entering the workforce, debuted in March 2018 and sparked hundreds of calls to HCPS’ Department of […]

Mask-wearing and other updates for K-12 public schools

Highlights of this message: On Thursday, May 13, the CDC issued updated guidance for fully vaccinated individuals. Late Friday afternoon, May 14, Virginia responded by lifting its universal indoor mask mandate BUT ALSO stated, “Masks will continue to be required in K-12 public schools, given low rates of vaccination among children.” At this time, mask-wearing, […]

Uso de mascarillas y otras actualizaciones para las escuelas públicas K-12

Resumen de este mensaje:El jueves, los CDC publicaron una directiva actualizada para personas completamente vacunadas.El viernes por la tarde, Virginia respondió levantando el mandato del uso de mascarillas en interiores, PERO TAMBIÉN declaró, “Las mascarillas continuarán siendo obligatorias en escuelas públicas K-12, dado los bajos índices de niños vacunados.”  En este momento, el uso de […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: May 14, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will meet for Board Governance Training on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 1 p.m., in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Va.  The meeting is open to the public; however, there will not be an opportunity for public […]

HCPS will close for Juneteenth, move to virtual learning for June 8 primary day

Henrico, Va. May 13, 2021 — As the 2020-21 school year comes to a close, Henrico County Public Schools will make two adjustments to its June calendar: HCPS will be closed Friday, June 18 in observance of Juneteenth, the holiday marking the end of slavery. The holiday falls on June 19 each year. June 18 had […]

Who’s growing to HCPS’ spring job fair?

Henrico, Va. May 12, 2021 — A career with Henrico County Public Schools isn’t your garden-variety job: it’s mulch more! Let’s say your current job has a low seedling, and a perennial lack of satisfaction — in other words, you’re not blooming. Leave your current job and branch out with a career at Henrico County […]

Henrico Schools’ Asian Heritage Series will include discussions on culture, schools

Henrico, Va. May 11, 2021 — May is Asian American Heritage Month and Henrico County Public Schools will host two virtual events as part of the observance. A program Wednesday evening will focus on Asian cultures and a May 20 discussion will bring together HCPS instructors to talk about their experiences as educators and appreciation […]

Ridge Elementary’s Erin Rettig named Virginia’s 2021 Elementary School Counselor of the Year

Henrico, Va. May 11, 2021 — The Virginia School Counselor Association has named Erin Rettig, a school counselor at Ridge Elementary School, its Elementary School Counselor of the Year. Rettig was surprised by Henrico County Public Schools leaders and members of her family at an April 30 announcement at Ridge. She will be recognized at […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: May 7, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, May 13, 2021  1 p.m.       Work Session The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. School Board […]

Who’s growing to HCPS’ spring job fair?

Henrico, Va. May 11, 2021 — A career with Henrico County Public Schools isn’t your garden-variety job: it’s mulch more! Let’s say your current job has a low seedling, and a perennial lack of satisfaction — in other words, you’re not blooming. Leave your current job and branch out with a career at Henrico County […]

Henrico County Public Schools crowns Teacher of the Year, First-Year Teacher of the Year

Henrico, Va. May 5, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools employs more than 4,000 teachers, but only one is honored each year with the school division’s Teacher of the Year Award. Eric Byers, an earth science teacher at Highland Springs High School, was awarded that honor Tuesday during a livestream event and surprise announcement at […]

‘Henrico Virtual Academy’ will debut in the fall as HCPS’ first fully online school

Henrico, Va., April 30, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools will launch the Henrico Virtual Academy for the 2021-22 school year, a fully online K-12 school that will join HCPS’ 72 other schools and program centers. Students at the academy will attend classes virtually with a mix of synchronous classes — learning online in a […]

May 3-7: Get great plants at great prices as two HCPS horticulture programs hold spring sales

Henrico, Va., April 30, 2021 — Two Henrico schools want to put some spring in your step with beautiful plants at great prices. Stop by spring plant sales at the Advanced Career Education Center at Hermitage and the Academy at Virginia Randolph. The sales feature a large selection of flowers, vegetables, herbs and hanging baskets […]

HCPS will hold traditional in-person graduations at Richmond Raceway for the Class of 2021

Henrico, Va., April 23, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools seniors will gather in person with their classmates at traditional graduation ceremonies to be held in June. Ceremonies for HCPS’ nine comprehensive high schools and two Advanced Career Education centers will be held June 14-17 at Richmond Raceway, while the graduating class at the Academy […]

Henrico Schools on track for 5 days a week of in-person learning for 2021-22 school year

New ‘Henrico Virtual Academy’ also available as an option for grades K-12Henrico, Va., April 21, 2021 — As Henrico County Public Schools looks beyond the current school year, the school division is planning for a return to five days a week of fully in-person learning in the fall, as well as a new option for […]

Sustained note: For 22nd straight year, HCPS among nation’s best places for music education

Henrico, Va., April 20, 2021 — For the 22nd straight year, Henrico County Public Schools has been named a national leader in music education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. The school division has received the honor each year since the music-industry group began compiling its list of America’s “Best Communities for Music […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: April 16, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Va., will hold the following meeting: Thursday, April 22, 2021  Noon       Work Session The work session will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Va. Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. […]

Check out the spring season of Henrico Schools’ Bridge Builders Academy family workshops

Henrico, Va. April 16, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools’ Bridge Builders Academy workshop series is about giving you the information you need, and building connections among families, the community and the school division.Each of the workshops in the series represent one of four “learning strands,” or categories, to make it easier to find relevant […]

Henrico School Board’s April 27 virtual listening session will focus on relationships

Henrico, Va., April 15, 2021 — The Henrico School Board will hold the second of three virtual listening sessions April 27, when the focus will be on relationships. The three sessions are designed to give families, staff members and community members an opportunity to voice their thoughts. Each of the virtual sessions focuses on one […]

Spring Break: Let’s make safe, healthy choices

Asunto: Vacaciones de Primavera, tomemos decisiones prudentes y seguras Dòng chủ đề: Kỳ Nghỉ Mùa Xuân: Hãy đưa ra những lựa chọn an toàn, lành mạnh ﻧﻋوان اﻟﻣوﺿوع: طﻋﻠﺔ اﻟرﺑﯾﻊ: دﻋوﻧﺎ ﻧﺗﺧذ اﺧﺗﯾﺎرات ﺻﺣﯾﺔ وآﻣﻧﺔ اﻋﻧوان ﻣوﺿوع: رﺧﺻﺗﯽ ﺑﮭﺎری: ﺑﯾﺎﯾﯾد اﻧﺗﺧﺎب ھﺎی ﺳﺎﻟم و اﯾﻣن داﺷﺗﮫ ﺑﺎﺷﯾم Spring Break is almost here. After a full […]

Spring Break: HCPS will distribute bulk school meals April 7 using curbside service at eight schools

Servicios de comidas durante las vacaciones de primavera: servicio de tomar y llevar el 7 de abril en ocho escuelasServiço de refeição nas férias de primavera: Serviço de entrega na calçada dia 7 de Abril em oito escolas

Greenwood Elementary School principal receives regional award, grant for distinguished leadership

Mills Godwin HS principal is runner-up for Community Foundation’s REB AwardHenrico, Va., March 26, 2021 — Ryan Stein, principal of Henrico County’s Greenwood Elementary School, has been awarded the 2020-21 REB Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership. The Community Foundation presents the award to four principals annually — one each from the school systems of Henrico, […]

2021 Summer Academy will provide support and enrichment — find out more at Monday workshop

Henrico, Va., March 25, 2021 — A workshop set for Monday evening will give parents and guardians an opportunity to get information about 2021 HCPS Summer Academy. This year’s edition of the Summer Academy program will provide HCPS elementary, middle and high school students with a variety of options for enrichment, content-reinforcement, remediation and exploration. […]

Become a part of something special: Sign up to interview at Henrico Schools’ April 1 job fair

Henrico, Va. March 24, 2020 — Are you interested in a job that makes a difference in your community? Come be part of the Henrico County Public Schools team! HCPS will interview candidates for bus drivers, classroom monitors and clinic aides at a job fair April 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with in-person […]

HCPS sees 32 teachers earn board-certification, the most in Virginia and sixth most in the nation

Henrico, Va., March 22, 2021 — Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is the teaching profession’s highest mark of accomplishment. This year, 32 Henrico County Public Schools teachers met that remarkable standard, the most ever for HCPS. In addition to those earning certification status for the first time, five teachers renewed their […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 19, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, March 25, 2021  1 p.m.       Work Session The work session will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. School Board meetings […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 19, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will host Virtual Listening Sessions from 6:30–7:30 p.m. on the following dates: Wednesday, March 24, 2021  Topic: Equity and Opportunity Tuesday, April 27, 2021  Topic: Relationships Tuesday, May 25, 2021  Topic: Academic Growth The listening sessions use Microsoft Teams and you can take part without creating a […]

Help HCPS move forward: Attend a School Board virtual listening session and share your views

Henrico, Va., March 18, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools families, staff members and community members will have an opportunity to voice their thoughts at a series of three spring listening sessions, to be held virtually. Each of the sessions will focus on one of the school division’s cornerstones and one or more of its […]

Find out more about advanced coursework for middle-schoolers — without leaving your car

Henrico, Va., March 18, 2021 — Parents of fourth- and fifth-graders interested in advanced middle school coursework programs can RSVP to learn more at a “drive-thru workshop,” to be held Tuesday at Henrico High School. Henrico County Public Schools will offer “Accessing HCPS Advanced Coursework: Fourth- and Fifth-Grade Programming Pathways,” Tuesday from 6-7 p.m.Middle school […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 16, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will meet for Board Governance Training on Friday, March 19, 2021, at 11 a.m., in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia.  The meeting is open to the public; however, there will not be an opportunity for public […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 12, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will attend a meeting of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors to review the FY2021-2022 Annual Financial Plan. This meeting will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 9 a.m., at the Henrico Training Center, shared classrooms 2029/2030, located at 7701 E. Parham Road, Henrico, Virginia 23294.  […]

An important message from the Henrico County School Board

School Board Special Meeting – March 10, 2021 March 10, 2021 This past weekend, School Board Chair Michelle F. “Micky” Ogburn apologized on her personal Facebook page for inadvertently sharing an offensive Facebook post. Today (March 10), at the conclusion of a special meeting of the School Board, the Board took action on two items […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 10, 2021

There will be a special meeting of the Henrico County School Board on March 10, 2021, at 11 a.m., in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia.  There will also be a closed meeting for discussion of matters covered under Item A(1) of Section 2.2-3711 of the Code […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March 5, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Va., will hold the following meetings:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 1:30 p.m.       Board Governance TrainingThe Board Governance Training will take place in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Va. The meeting is open to the public; however, there will not be […]

Want to chart a career in arts or communications? Find out how at HCPS’ Life-Ready Expo finale

Want to chart a career in arts or communications? Find out how at HCPS’ Life-Ready Expo finaleHenrico, Va., March 4, 2021 — Area students in grades 7-12 and their families will get a chance to explore careers in arts and communications Tuesday evening at “Life-Ready Expo: Arts and Communications,” Henrico County Public Schools’ virtual career […]

Updated memorandum of understanding demonstrates partnership between HCPS and Henrico Police

Community invited to review and comment on updated agreement Henrico, Va., Feb. 25, 2021 — Henrico County Public Schools announced an update today to the school division’s memorandum of understanding with the Henrico County Police Division. HCPS invites the community to review the updated MOU document and make comments via an online form. The 11-page […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Feb. 22, 2021

Guidance for the Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021, Joint Special Meeting of the Henrico County School Board and the Henrico County Board of Supervisors is listed below: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021, beginning at 5 p.m. Henrico Training Center, shared classrooms 2029/2030 WebEx Event Event number: 160 963 8173 Please Note: The public is welcome to view […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Feb. 19, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Va. will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021  11:30 a.m.       Board Governance Training (postponed from Friday, Feb.19, 2021) The Board Governance Training session will take place in the Title 1 Room at the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. The meeting is open […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Feb. 18, 2021

Due to the inclement weather, the Henrico County School Board governance training scheduled for Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, at 9 a.m., has been postponed. 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Feb. 5, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Va. will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021  3 p.m.               Work Session 5:30 p.m.         Public Hearing to Solicit Input Related on the Proposed FY2021-2022 Annual Financial Plan The meetings will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge […]

School Board will hold special meeting Feb. 4 to hear health update, consider timeline for expanded in-person learning

Henrico, Va. Jan. 29, 2021 – The Henrico School Board will hold a special meeting Thursday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. to get an update from the HCPS Health Committee on efforts to vaccinate employees, as well as on the readiness of school facilities and risk-mitigation strategies for expanded in-person learning. The Board voted to […]

Public Service Announcement for Immediate Release Jan. 22, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021  1 p.m.             Work Session 1-2 p.m.        Public Forum (Sign up in advance using this form.) The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile […]

Virtual Varina Town Hall meeting set for Tuesday

Henrico, Va., Jan. 14, 2021 — Members of the community are invited to Henrico County Public Schools’ virtual Varina Town Hall meeting, scheduled for Tuesday at 6 p.m. The meeting will be a chance to ask questions on educational topics of interest to Henrico County’s Varina magisterial district, get HCPS updates and take a sneak […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 8, 2021

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meetings: Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021  3:30 p.m.           Work Session 5:30 p.m.           Public Hearing to Solicit Input on Proposed Revisions to the 2018-2025 Strategic Plan 6 p.m.               […]

Explore careers at HCPS Life-Ready Expos

Wednesday’s virtual event will focus on careers in human servicesHenrico, Va., Jan. 8, 2021 — No matter where you want to go in life, you need a path. Henrico County Public Schools is making it easy — even during the pandemic — for area students and their families to explore careers and get started on […]

A message from Superintendent Amy Cashwell; Our support for students after the events of Jan. 6, 2021

Henrico families, I thought if I spent Wednesday evening reading news accounts and watching live television coverage that I’d find the right words to share this morning — words that hadn’t already been said time and again about our collective condemnation of violence, hate, bigotry, and now, the lawlessness on full display at the Capitol. […]

An update on our expansion of in-person learning opportunities

Una actualización sobre nuestra expansión de oportunidades opcionales de aprendizaje en persona Henrico families,I am so proud of the way the Henrico community has continued to prioritize meeting student and family needs during this challenging time. Throughout the pandemic, our approach has been to be flexible and innovative in the way we provide services. We’ve […]

In January, Henrico Schools will make adjustments to curbside meal service

Distribution at 12 schools will be consolidated with nearby sites

Tuesday’s HCPS Community Conversation: 9 months into the pandemic, families take stock

Henrico, Va. Dec. 9, 2020 — For Henrico County families, 2020 has seen a host of challenges related to the public health crisis, including navigating virtual learning. A Tuesday Henrico County Public Schools virtual event, “Community Conversations: Family Check-In,” will be a chance to look at 2020 — and look ahead. Hear from several parents […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 4, 2020

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting:Thursday, December 10, 2020 1 p.m.                  Work SessionThe meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia.  Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. School Board meetings are open to the public […]

What’s the status of HCPS’ 3 ‘redistricting priority areas’?

Henrico, Va., Nov. 19, 2020 — Input and information sessions on three HCPS school attendance boundary “priority areas” have concluded, with one proposal put on hold and the School Board seeking further input on the other two. An update on the proposals, commonly referred to as “redistricting”:At the Nov. 12 School Board meeting, members decided […]

Update: Meeting on Achievable Dream Academy at Highland Springs ES changed to all-virtual format

Henrico, Va., Nov. 17, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ Highland Springs Community Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, will now be an all-virtual session in order to comply with new measures announced by Gov. Northam to combat the spread of COVID-19.The meeting, which had originally been planned to incorporate both virtual and in-person options, will discuss […]

Revised timeline for expanded in-person learning

Nuevo cronograma para aprendizaje en persona extendido Nov. 16, 2020 Henrico families, I’m writing to let you know that due to rising concerns related to the spread of COVID-19 in our region, HCPS will delay the expansion of in-person learning for students, which had previously been planned to begin in phases starting on Nov. 30. […]

New Health Committee and Redistricting Updates from HCPS

Henrico families,The School Board held a regularly scheduled work session Thursday, and I’m writing to update you again on two important topics that were discussed during the meeting (Desplazar el cursor hacia abajo para leer este mensaje en español):Health Committee UpdateRedistricting (school attendance boundaries)Health Committee UpdateThe Board received its regular update from the HCPS Health […]

Learn about career opportunities in energy at Tuesday’s virtual Life-Ready Expo

Henrico, Va., Nov. 13, 2020 — On Tuesday, students in grades 7-12 and their families will have a chance to connect virtually with energy employers across the region at Henrico County Public Schools’ Life-Ready Expo: Energy. Talk with employers and learn about lucrative career opportunities for students, the corresponding educational requirements as well as compensation. […]

Community meeting will focus on Achievable Dream Academy at Highland Springs ES

Henrico, Va., Nov. 13, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools families and other community members are invited to a Highland Springs Community Meeting Thursday to discuss the Achievable Dream Academy at Highland Springs Elementary School. The meeting will be held both in person at New Bridge Learning Center auditorium and in a virtual format using […]

Here come the Mavericks: New nickname, chapter for Douglas Freeman High School

Henrico, Va. Nov. 12, 2020 — When Douglas Freeman High School competitors next take the field or court, it will be as the Mavericks. John Marshall, principal, announced the new nickname — along with a new logo — in a message Thursday to students, families and staff members. The choice was the favorite of respondents […]

Eighth-graders: Specialty center application window opens Monday as open houses continue

Henrico, Va., Nov. 12, 2020 — Virtual open houses continue for Henrico County Public Schools high school specialty centers and interested students will be able to begin the online application process Monday. The window to submit applications is Nov. 16, 2020 through Jan. 15, 2021.Henrico County eighth-graders and their families can explore the benefits of […]

Public Service Announcement: Nov. 6, 2020

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, Nov, 12, 2020  1 p.m.                Work Session 1-2 p.m.            Public Forum (Sign up in advance using this form.) The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine […]

How should Henrico Schools allocate its funds? Share your thoughts on HCPS’ budget for the 2021-22 school year

Henrico, Va., Nov. 5, 2020 – Henrico County Public Schools will hold two opportunities to get community views on the school division’s budget for the 2021-22 school year. There will be a virtual stakeholder meeting held Tuesday, Nov. 10, and a public hearing held at New Bridge Learning Center Dec. 10 before the Henrico School […]

Henrico County Public Schools educators receive grants, awards in recognition of classroom excellence

Henrico, Va., Nov. 5, 2020 – The Community Foundation has recognized seven Henrico County educators for outstanding instruction for 2020. Four Henrico County Public Schools instructors won the REB Award for Teaching Excellence and three additional teachers were finalists. The winners received grants ranging from $8,300 to $11,900, which will enable them to engage in […]

HCPS families: Submit Student-Intent Form for your student’s learning option by Nov. 8 Family information sessions are scheduled for Monday in five languages

Henrico, Va. Oct. 30, 2020 — The process is underway for Henrico County Public Schools families to select a learning option for their students for the second nine weeks and second semester of school. Parents and guardians should submit Student-Intent Forms by next Sunday, Nov. 8, indicating whether each student intends to continue learning using […]

Reminder: Tuesday is a student holiday for Election Day and Henrico Schools won’t be distributing school meals

Henrico, Va. Oct. 30, 2020 —Tuesday is a student holiday and staff professional learning and clerical day, and Henrico County Public Schools will not be distributing school meals at schools or at bus stop distribution sites.To find out more about HCPS’ school meals distribution process, including a list of neighborhood bus stop drop-off sites, go […]

Attend a virtual information and input session on 3 redistricting priority areas

Henrico, Va., Oct. 29, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will hold three virtual information and input sessions in November to discuss proposals to address specific school boundary situations. The Henrico School Board decided in September to discontinue the school division’s comprehensive redistricting process but is examining solutions for three specific priority areas of concern.The […]

HCPS will phase in an in-person learning option, new safety protocols, to accompany fully virtual option

Henrico, Va., Oct. 23, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will offer expanded in-person learning options and enhanced safety protocols, to be phased in beginning with younger elementary students starting Nov. 30 and concluding with high school students in February. HCPS families will also have the option to continue using a fully virtual approach for […]

Board meeting recap: Our plan for the second nine weeks

Henrico families,This evening at the School Board’s work session, the Board adopted a plan that would enable a phased expansion of in-person learning, starting Nov. 30 with younger elementary students having the option to return in-person, and concluding with middle and high school students having that same option in February.The Plan:The expanded plan will incorporate the […]

Eighth-graders: Virtual open houses for HCPS high school specialty centers start Monday

Henrico, Va., Oct. 21, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ high school specialty centers offer students a chance to immerse themselves in an area of particular interest, engage in a rigorous, tailored curriculum and be part of a community that shares their passions. Henrico County eighth-graders and their families can explore the benefits of HCPS […]

Questionnaire results: HCPS families, staff indicate preferences for second nine weeks

Henrico, Va., Oct. 19, 2020 — The results are in for questionnaires seeking feedback from Henrico County Public Schools families and staff members regarding the possibility of expanded in-person learning for the second nine weeks. The questionnaires asked respondents about their likely responses in the event of several hypothetical instructional scenarios. To see questionnaire results, […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Oct. 16, 2020

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOct. 16, 2020The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting:Thursday, Oct. 22, 20202 p.m. Work Session5-7 p.m. Public Forum (Sign up in advance using this form.)The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. Closed […]

Attend an HCPS “Listening Town Hall” and voice your thoughts about second nine weeks

UPDATED October 21, 2020: HCPS Listening Town Hall [VIDEO] – October 20, 2020

HCPS will continue free school meals for all students through end of 2020-21 school year

Click the image to view and download the PDF version Henrico, Va. Oct. 14, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will continue offering free school meals to all students through the end of the 2020-21 school year, thanks to an extension of federal food aid designed to offer help during the coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. […]

Questionnaires part of HCPS planning process for possible second-nine-weeks scenarios

Henrico, Va., Oct. 6, 2020 — While Henrico County Public Schools leaders don’t yet know what pandemic conditions will allow for the second nine weeks of school, HCPS is preparing for a range of possibilities. That planning includes a questionnaire for families and staff members, and a divisionwide review of safety procedures and equipment to […]

HCPS high school families: Talk with college reps at virtual college fairs, panel discussions

Henrico, Va., Oct. 5, 2020 — An autumn rite for Henrico County Public Schools high school students has been reimagined for the coronavirus pandemic. While HCPS’ annual College and Career Night is off this year because of COVID-19, students and their families can explore a wealth of college options at virtual events in October. The […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: OCT. 2, 2020

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020  3 p.m.         Work Session 6 p.m.         Public Hearing to Solicit Input Related to the Resolution for the Conveyance of Surplus Real Property The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine […]

Henrico County Public Schools wins 13 national awards for innovative programs

Henrico, Va., Oct. 1, 2020 — Thirteen Henrico County Public Schools programs have been recognized in the 2020 National Association of Counties Achievement Awards. The annual awards recognize groundbreaking county government programs across the nation. HCPS winners were: #LifeReady Expo.Building the Future, Brick by Brick.Cosmetology Advisory Council Leads Way to Mentorship Program.“CTE NOW”: Podcast Explores, Promotes […]

No HCPS meals Monday; Service will resume Tuesday, with new voter registration drive

Henrico, Va. Sept. 25, 2020 — Monday is a Henrico County Public Schools student holiday in observance of Yom Kippur, and there will be no meals distribution that day. HCPS will resume free curbside pick-up service at all HCPS schools Tuesday, and bus stop neighborhood drop-off service Wednesday. When the service resumes, families will not […]

Virginia Board of Education honors HCPS as a ‘School Division of Innovation’

Henrico, Va. Sept. 24, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools has been recognized for its educational innovation by the Virginia Board of Education. Fifteen of the commonwealth’s 132 school divisions were named “School Divisions of Innovation.” The divisions were recognized for “designing and implementing alternatives to traditional instructional practices and school structures” in order to […]

2020-21 REB Award: Why is your principal one of central Virginia’s great educational leaders?

Henrico, Va. Sept. 24, 2020 — The REB Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership provide a tangible, public way to recognize an outstanding principal at a Henrico County school. The Community Foundation’s yearly awards identify, recognize and support leadership excellence in the Richmond area. The monetary component of the awards has been increased this year: honorees […]

Family workshops abound in HCPS’ newly reimagined ‘Bridge Builders Academy’ series

Henrico, Va. Sept. 23, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ family workshops have always been about transformation. Now, the workshop series itself has been transformed to bring Henrico families and educators even more useful presentations, speakers and events. Formerly known as the Family Learning Series, the series will kick off its fall season with the […]

HCPS hosting virtual panel discussions and presentations for Hispanic Heritage Month

Henrico, Va. Sept. 23, 2020 — October is Hispanic Heritage Month, and Henrico County Public Schools will host four virtual events as part of the observance. The events include a panel discussion on activist Dolores Huerta; a teacher panel on Hispanic representation in education; a presentation on community resources; and a discussion of language in […]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

The County School Board of Henrico County, Virginia, will hold the following meeting:  Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020  1 p.m.         Work Session The meeting will take place in the auditorium of the New Bridge Learning Center, 5915 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, Virginia. Closed sessions will be held during the work session as deemed necessary. School Board meetings […]

More in-person instruction for HCPS? Process will rely on close monitoring of regional health data

Henrico, Va. Sept. 14, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools students, families, teachers and staff pine for a school year that includes vibrant hallways, joyous assemblies and full in-person learning. HCPS has developed a comprehensive, data-driven process to guide decisions allowing more in-person learning. A new page at the school division’s website — https://henricoschools.us/healthupdate/ — […]

HCPS will provide students with free meals in 2 ways: School curbside service and neighborhood bus drop-offs

HCPS ‘Help Chats’: Live sessions, step-by-step videos will take families from login to learning

Henrico, Va. Aug. 31, 2020 — It’s early on the morning of Sept. 8 and families are readying their Chromebooks, iPads and laptops, and excitedly preparing for the start of Henrico County Public Schools’ new, predominantly virtual school year.Now what?To help families better understand the concepts and technologies behind virtual learning, Henrico County Public Schools […]

Henrico County Public Schools adopts new, more inclusive nondiscrimination policies

Henrico, Va. Aug. 27, 2020 — The Henrico School Board has adopted expanded and inclusive new nondiscrimination policies for the school division. One policy is more overarching, while the other is aimed specifically at protecting students’ access to programs. Both policies update previous nondiscrimination policies and take effect immediately. The five School Board members voted […]

Henrico School Board’s virtual ‘Student Town Hall Meeting’ series concludes Aug. 31

Henrico, Va. Aug. 25, 2020 — The Henrico School Board will wrap up a series of three virtual meetings with HCPS students Monday at 6 p.m. The event was slated for the morning but has been moved to an evening start time. HCPS students are invited to discuss a variety of topics with Alicia Atkins, […]

HCPS partners will provide limited in-school child care for essential workers, working families

Henrico, Va. Aug. 21, 2020 — Three Henrico County Public Schools partners who have provided after-school care in HCPS facilities will offer limited in-school care programs this fall. The programs are designed to help essential workers and working families who need quality, affordable child care during HCPS’ predominantly virtual start to the 2020-21 school year. […]

Starting Monday, HCPS’ mobile tech hubs will expand schedule for final weeks of summer

Henrico, Va. Aug. 20, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ four mobile technology hubs will offer expanded technical support hours for the last two weeks of summer, before transitioning to regular school-year hours at all HCPS secondary schools. Abbreviated summer hours for HCPS’ four mobile tech hubs had been scheduled to continue until just before the […]

Thursday’s Varina District Virtual Town Hall Meeting will feature back-to-school update, tips

Henrico, Va. Aug. 18, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will hold a virtual Varina District Town Hall Meeting Thursday evening to kick off the 2020-21 school year. The pep-rally style event will be hosted by Alicia Atkins, the Varina District’s representative on the Henrico School Board, “live” from a Varina District school. With Atkins […]

What will school days look like for HCPS students? New handbook will feature these sample schedules.

Henrico, Va. Aug. 11, 2020 — Beginning the school year using a predominantly virtual model raises a host of questions, including the one most commonly asked by families: What will the school day look like for my child? Henrico County Public Schools’ new guide to the school year will address that and other questions in detail. The […]

Wednesday ‘pop-up’ school supply drive will help Henrico County Public Schools students in need

Supplies will also be accepted Tuesdays, Thursdays at New Bridge Learning CenterHenrico, Va. Aug. 11, 2020 — Each year, HCPS school supply drives help Henrico County Public Schools students whose families may not be able to afford proper supplies. Many students will need supplies during predominantly virtual learning for the first nine weeks, and as […]

After comprehensive review, Douglas Freeman High School will retire its ‘Rebels’ nickname

Henrico, Va. Aug. 6, 2020 — After a comprehensive review that included considerable public input, Henrico County’s Douglas S. Freeman High School will retire its “Rebels” nickname. A committee of community members, students and staff voted to recommend the change after analyzing community input collected in June and July. The school administration will work with […]

HCPS sets schedule for distributing more tablets, computers to support virtual learning

All students in every grade level will be provided an HCPS-issued deviceHenrico, Va. Aug. 5, 2020 — In order to give families the support they need for the predominantly virtual start to the school year, Henrico County Public Schools will provide a tablet or computer for each of HCPS’ more than 50,000 students. HCPS has […]

Beginning Thursday, Henrico School Board will host a series of virtual ‘Student Town Hall Meetings’

Henrico, Va. Aug. 4, 2020 — Members of the Henrico School Board will hold a series of three virtual meetings with HCPS students to discuss a variety of topics. The first two meetings will be held Thursday and a third will be Aug. 31. All HCPS students are invited to attend. Students can ask questions […]

HCPS posts new FAQs with information about predominantly virtual return-to-school

Henrico, Va. Aug. 3, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools has posted a new collection of answers to frequently asked questions about its plan to begin the 2020-21 school year. HCPS will use a predominantly virtual format for at least the first nine weeks. The updated information is geared primarily to families and can be […]

With storm’s approach, Henrico Schools will distribute two days of school meals today

Henrico, Va. Aug. 3, 2020 — Because of inclement weather associated with Tropical Storm Isaias, Henrico County Public Schools will distribute two days of “grab and go” school meals today. Families taking part in the school meals program should pick up meals between 11 a.m. and noon for both today, Aug. 3 and Tuesday, Aug. […]

‘Community Conversations: It Takes a Village’ will feature agents of community support and change

Henrico, Va. July 30, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ “Community Conversations” series continues Tuesday at 6 p.m. with an online panel of individuals and organizations working in our community to support HCPS students. “Community Conversations: It Takes a Village” is part of HCPS’ Family Learning Series workshops. For details and information about how to easily […]

Pop-Up School Supply Drive: Help make a big difference for Henrico County students

NOTE: This post has been updated for clarity. Henrico, Va. July 28, 2020 — While Henrico County Public Schools’ 2020-21 school year will begin using a fully virtual format, some students still need help with school supplies to use at home. Besides standard supplies such as highlighters and notebooks, many families also need assistance with […]

School Board votes to adopt a fully virtual format to begin the 2020-21 school year

News Release Henrico, Va. July 23, 2020 — The Henrico School Board voted unanimously at its Thursday meeting to adopt a full virtual format to start the 2020-21 school year. Superintendent Amy Cashwell had recommended using the virtual model for at least the first nine weeks. Members of the Board cited the health and safety of […]

Henrico Schools Superintendent Amy Cashwell will recommend fully virtual start to 2020-21 school year

Virtual learning will be stronger, structured, graded; School Board vote set for Thursday Henrico, Va. July 20, 2020 — In a decision that prioritizes the health and safety of employees, students and families, Henrico County Public Schools Superintendent Amy Cashwell announced today that she will recommend a fully virtual start to the 2020-21 school year as […]

Next edition of ‘Community Conversations’ will focus on insights of Henrico Schools staff members

Henrico, Va. July 16, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ “Community Conversations” series continues Monday at 6 p.m., as an online panel of HCPS administrators and other staff members addresses questions from previous panel discussions. So far, the every-other-week discussions have featured panels of Henrico school leaders, HCPS students, and parents discussing racial equity in […]

Update: Stay informed on return-to-school options

Henrico, Va. July 15, 2020 — Tuesday evening’s School Board Community Meeting provided attendees and livestream viewers with an update on return-to-school approaches currently under consideration. If you weren’t able to watch it, don’t worry: a full video recording is available on a new webpage that serves as the hub for ongoing information about HCPS’ […]

Check out July’s Family Learning Series virtual workshops

Henrico, Va. July 9, 2020 — July will include a variety of offerings for Henrico County Public Schools families as part of the school division’s Family Learning Series. The virtual offerings include workshops on resources for families and educators, trauma and resiliency, and building family bonds through cooking. Sessions are presented by the HCPS Department […]

School Board Community Meeting: Tuesday event will allow for limited in-person attendance

Henrico, Va. July 8, 2020 — The Henrico School Board will hold a community meeting Tuesday evening, with in-person attendance capped at 250. The 7 p.m. discussion at Glen Allen High School will also be livestreamed, and can be viewed by going to the school division’s website, https://henricoschools.us. In-person attendance will be on a first-come, […]

RESCHEDULED: Tonight’s ‘Community Conversations’ virtual panel discussion moved to Thursday at 6 p.m.

Henrico, Va. July 7, 2020 — The latest installment of Henrico Schools’ virtual “Community Conversations” series, which had been scheduled for this evening, will now take place Thursday at 6 p.m., in order to address an internet security concern. The discussion, part of HCPS’ Family Learning Series workshops, will feature an online panel of parents […]

Next edition of Henrico Schools’ ‘Community Conversations’ will focus on parent perspectives

Henrico, Va. July 1, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ “Community Conversations” series continues Tuesday at 6 p.m., as an online panel of parents discusses various experiences and perspectives. The conversations are part of HCPS’ Family Learning Series workshops. For details and information about how to easily join the discussion using Google Meet, go to […]

HCPS: Tackling the closure, by the numbers

Henrico, Va. June 29, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools’ closure in March to stem the spread of the coronavirus has created challenges for Henrico families. HCPS staff members across the school division quickly began to invent new ways of serving families, with creative approaches to online learning, technology repair, meals distribution and much more. […]

2021-22 school year will begin after Labor Day

2021-22 El año escolar comenzará después del Día del Trabajador | Calendario 2021-2022 NOTE: This version of the news release corrects a typographical error. In 2021-22, the school year will end June 17, 2022. News Release2021-22 school year will begin after Labor Day Henrico, Va. June 25, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will start […]

HCPS families: Take a short survey and help Henrico County Public Schools plan for fall reopening

Henrico, Va. June 24, 2020 — Henrico County Public Schools will reopen in the fall, but what exactly will that look like? The school division is making plans for a safe and healthy return to school and is seeking the input of HCPS families and staff members. The survey results will be used for planning […]