HCPS’ Bridge Builders Academy features virtual and in-person discussions with experts on a host of topics, designed to connect HCPS families with information they need. The sessions are categorized in four “learning strands”:
Beyond the Classroom
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Exceptional Education
Information, Access and Opportunities
The series is presented by HCPS’ Department of Family and Community Engagement and the HCPS Family and Educator Resource Center. For more information about the Family and Educator Resource Center, visit the center’s webpage.
See more family events at the Family and Community Engagement page.
Event, Date, Location | Description |
|---|---|
Care Solace Sept. 11 6 p.m. Join the session on Microsoft Teams | HCPS has teamed up with Care Solace, a free service with a network of more than 425,000 providers, to connect you with the right mental health resources. This session will explain how you and your family can take full advantage of the valuable services Care Solace offers. |
Family Resource Center Open House and Resource Fair Sept. 17 5-7 p.m. Location: 15 S. Oak Ave. | Explore the many forms of support the HCPS Family Resource Center offers to help Henrico families achieve and succeed. Don't miss the exciting reveal of our brand-new rolling resource center (formerly Big Blue)! Presenter: Alexis Miller, HCPS Family Resource Center Coordinator |
Hazel Health Information Session Sept. 25 6 p.m. Join the session on Microsoft Teams | Reliable therapy and counseling services can be difficult to find as well as expensive. The Henrico CARES initiative is offering all HCPS high school students free access to telehealth therapy through Hazel Health. The nation’s leading K-12 telehealth provider, Hazel believes that all children deserve to be seen, heard and cared for. This Bridge Builders Academy session will focus on what Hazel teletherapy looks like in action and how your family can get started. |
A Guide to HCPS Specialty Centers for Multilingual Learner Families Oct. 1 6 p.m. Join the session on Microsoft Teams | Get an overview of the HCPS specialty center application process and online resources available to families. This session offers important guidance for middle school students (especially eighth graders) and their families as they dive into the fall application process. The session will be presented in both English and Spanish. Presenter: Stephanie Lambrecht, Department of Teaching and Learning |
Project SEARCH Information Session Nov. 12 Noon Join the session on Microsoft Teams | Project SEARCH is a transition program to help students with disabilities learn the work and social skills they need to find employment in the community. Parents, guardians, teachers and students are welcome to join this informational session to learn more about Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital’s Project SEARCH program. Presenters: Marie Boger, HCPS Exceptional Education and Home Instruction, Project SEARCH representative |
Social Media Smarts: Family Game Night for Informed Choices Dec. 3 6 p.m. Location: 15 S. Oak Ave. | Join us for a fun-filled Family Game Night designed to help families navigate the world of social media together. Through engaging activities and open discussions, we'll explore how to make informed social media choices while strengthening family communication. This session empowers families to support their children in a digital age, even if they're not social media experts. Presenter: Amy Tarasovic, HCPS Department of Teaching and Learning |
Beyond the Classroom (BTC)
Whether learning happens virtually or in person, conditions outside the class environment affect each student’s ability to thrive. “Beyond the Classroom” workshops give you new ways to support your learner at home and in the community.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
These workshops aim to empower students and families, and foster better practices of diversity, equity and inclusion for our youth, adults and community.
Exceptional Education (ExED)
Exceptional education services can be challenging to navigate. These sessions help families understand the exceptional education system and find the resources they need to better support their learners
Information, Access and Opportunities (IAO)
Discover the wealth of resources available to families in our community. These workshops connect parents, guardians, and educators with important information and services from HCPS experts and organizations in the Richmond region.
