Summer Academy 2022

2022 Elementary Summer Academy offers a unique opportunity for currently enrolled pre-K to grade 5 students. At no cost to HCPS families, learners can participate in teacher-led in-person learning in literacy and mathematics, along with social and emotional learning. Virtual learning will be offered to students currently enrolled in Henrico Virtual Academy. Reading and math activities will include whole-class instruction in addition to small group instruction to meet students’ individual needs. Breakfast and lunch will be served, and transportation will be provided from each elementary school.

Dates for Elementary Summer Academy are July 11 to Aug. 4, and hours will be Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students may attend the entire four weeks, or choose a two-week session (July 11-21 or July 25-Aug. 4).

Registration for Elementary Summer Academy begins April 11 and ends May 6. Elementary schools will send registration forms through SchoolMessenger, they will be available on schools’ websites, and printed copies will be in each school’s office.

Elementary Summer Academy dates and times: 

Option 1: four-week session, July 11-Aug. 4 (Monday-Thursday) 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Option 2: Two-week session, July 11-21 (Monday-Thursday), 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Option 3: Two-week session, July 25-Aug. 4 (Monday-Thursday), 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Elementary Summer Academy sites and schools attending each site:

Elizabeth Holladay E.S.: Echo Lake, Elizabeth Holladay, Johnson, Lakeside and Maude Trevvett Longan E.S.: Dumbarton, Glen Allen, Greenwood and Longan Ratcliffe E.S.: Glen Lea, Laburnum and Ratcliffe Chamberlayne E.S.: Adams, Arthur Ashe, Chamberlayne, Harvie and Longdale Highland Springs E.S.: An Achievable Dream Certified Academy Rivers Edge E.S.: Jackson Davis, Ridge, Rivers Edge, Springfield Park and Three Chopt Kaechele E.S.: Colonial Trail, Kaechele, Nuckols Farm, Short Pump, Shady Grove and Twin Hickory Crestview E.S.: Crestview, Maybeury, Skipwith and Tuckahoe Pemberton E.S.: Ruby Carver, Gayton, Pemberton and Pinchbeck Baker E.S.: Baker, Mehfoud, Montrose, Varina and Henry Ward Fair Oaks E.S.: Donahoe, Fair Oaks, Seven Pines and Sandston Henrico Virtual Academy: Henrico Virtual Academy

Summer 2022 dates and times:

Elementary School Achievable Dream Certified Academy: July 5- 28 (Monday-Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Middle School Achievable Dream Certified Academy: July 5-28, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Summer Academy Community Learning Center is a full-day, six-week HCPS Summer Academy experience with afternoon enrichment provided by Henrico Education Foundation’s Community Learning Center program. It is open to all students who attend Glen Lea, Laburnum and Ratcliffe elementary schools.

Elementary Schools: Glen Lea, Laburnum and Ratcliffe

Dates: June 27-Aug. 4 (Monday-Thursday)

Time: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m

(Henrico County Public Schools students only)

All rising sixth grade students (current fifth graders) will attend the session locations assigned to their feeder middle school locations. Students can take one class each session. Summer Academy registration for all elementary students (including rising sixth graders) will be handled by their current elementary home schools. The registration window opens April 11.

Summer Academy middle school sites and elementary schools attending each site:

Brookland M.S.: Chamberlayne E.S., Dumbarton E.S., Elizabeth Holladay E.S., Johnson E.S., Longdale E.S., Maude Trevvett E.S. Henrico H.S. (zoned for L. Douglas Wilder M.S.): Chamberlayne E.S., Glen Lea E.S., Harvie E.S., Laburnum E.S., Ratcliffe E.S. Henrico Virtual Academy: Henrico Virtual Academy Highland Springs H.S. (zoned for Fairfield M.S.): Adams E.S., Arthur Ashe E.S., Harvie E.S., Highland Springs E.S., Achievable Dream Certified Academy, Ratcliffe E.S. Holman M.S.: Colonial Trail E.S,. Echo Lake E.S., Gayton E.S., Kaechele E.S., Longan ES, Nuckols Farm E.S., Ruby Carver E.S., Rivers Edge E.S., Shady Grove E.S., Short Pump E.S., Springfield Park E.S., Twin Hickory E.S. Hungary Creek M.S.: Echo Lake E.S., Glen Allen E.S., Greenwood E.S., Elizabeth Holladay E.S., Laburnum E.S., Lakeside E.S., Longan E.S. John Rolfe M.S.: Adams ES, Baker E.S., Donahoe E.S., Fair Oaks E.S., Mehfoud E.S., Montrose E.S., Sandston E.S., Seven Pines E.S., Varina E.S., Ward E.S. Tuckahoe M.S.: Colonial Trail E.S., Crestview E.S., Jackson Davis E.S., Johnson E.S., Maybeury E.S., Pemberton E.S., Pinchbeck E.S., Ridge E.S., Skipwith E.S., Three Chopt E.S., Tuckahoe E.S.

 

Study Skills Program for rising sixth graders

The Study Skills Program is designed to prepare rising sixth graders for the rigors of middle school. Students will use Virginia SOL resources to develop and enhance study skills, test taking strategies, leisure reading and classroom performance. This course is only for rising sixth graders. Information will be provided to students and families by their current elementary school counselor. The registration window opens April 11.

• Session I: July 5-14 (Monday-Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (No class July 4)
• Session II: July 18-28,(Monday-Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Math support programs for rising sixth graders

Math Essentials Course 1 is a remediation course. The course will provide an opportunity to strengthen math skills for success at the next level of math. The focus is on basic skills, number sense, computation and estimation. Selected students will be notified of eligibility to participate in the Middle School Math Support programs. A separate registration form will be sent with the notice of eligibility.

• Session I: July 5-14 (Monday-Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (No class July 4)
• Session II: July 18-28 (Monday-Thursday), 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

A free, appropriate public education for some students with disabilities may require a program of special education and related services in excess of the normal school year. In order for students with disabilities to access extended school-year services programming, an IEP team must convene to discuss individual student needs and determine extended-school-year eligibility.

2022 Elementary School Programming Dates: July 11-Aug. 4, Monday-Thursday Time: 7:30-11:30 a.m. Sites: Rivers Edge, Pemberton, Elizabeth Holladay, Ratcliffe, Fair Oaks and Virginia Randolph Education Center

Middle School Programming Dates: July 11-Aug. 4, Monday-Thursday Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sites: John Rolfe, Hungary Creek and Holman

High School Programming Dates: July 11-Aug. 4, Monday-Thursday Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sites: Highland Springs, J.R. Tucker and Deep Run

The English as a Second Language Summer Enrichment Program will be offered to select Level-1 students who will be in first through 12th grades in 2022-23. Extended-day ESL summer enrichment instruction will take place for five weeks with a focus on developing English language skills and academic vocabulary in the areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will also be provided opportunities to engage with language through music, art, STEM, physical activity or social and emotional learning. Registration forms will be sent home by ESL teachers to those who qualify. English learning students who do not qualify for ESL summer enrichment may attend the summer academy for their home school.

ESL Summer Elementary Enrichment Dates: July 5-Aug. 4, Monday-Thursday (No class July 4) Time: 7:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Site: Elizabeth Holladay Elementary School

ESL Summer Secondary Enrichment Dates: July 5-Aug. 4, Monday-Thursday (No class July 4) Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Site: Brookland Middle School

Parents and guardians will receive communication from teachers and school counselors if students are required to participate in the middle school summer remediation program. Students currently in sixth, seventh and eighth grades who did not pass one of their core academic classes will need to enroll in a course recovery class during the 2021-22 school year. Please know that course recovery classes are only available to students who need to repeat the course. These classes are not an option for students taking the class for initial credit (i.e., first time or for a higher grade). Transportation will be provided.

Course name (course number):

The registration link below will take you to a list of HCPS middle and high schools. Please select your current school to register. The 2022 registration window opens April 11. Courses are only open to current HCPS students: Click to register.

Session locations and dates (students may take one class each session):

2022 Summer Academy middle school sites and schools attending each site:

Brookland M.S.: Brookland M.S. and Secondary ESL Program Henrico H.S.: L. Douglas Wilder M.S. Henrico Virtual Academy: Henrico Virtual Academy Highland Springs H.S.: Fairfield M.S. and An Achievable Dream Certified Academy Holman M.S.: Holman M.S., Short Pump M.S. and Pocahontas M.S. Hungary Creek M.S.: Hungary Creek M.S. and George Moody M.S. John Rolfe M.S.: John Rolfe M.S. and Elko M.S. Tuckahoe M.S.: Tuckahoe M.S. and Quioccasin M.S.

Session 1 June 27-July 14, Monday – Thursday (No classes Fridays or July 4) 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Session 2 July 18-Aug. 4, Monday -Thursday (No classes Fridays) 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

 

Middle School Math Support Programs

(Henrico County Public Schools only)
Selected students will be notified of eligibility to participate in middle school math support programs. A separate registration form will be sent with the notice of eligibility.

Math Support Programs

Middle School Math Essentials
These remediation courses (Essentials of Course 1, Essentials of Course 2 and Essentials of Course 3) provide an opportunity to preview and strengthen skills for success in the next level of math. A focus will be placed on basic skills, number sense, computation and estimation.

Session I: July 5-14, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (No class July 4)

Session II: July 18-28, Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Required: Bridge to Algebra (rising seventh and eighth graders)

This accelerated program is designed to provide Course 2 students the opportunity to enroll in Algebra I. It is important to note this program is required for your child to be enrolled in Algebra I if transitioning from Course 2. Additional information regarding course requirements and registration is available in the HCPS middle school counseling departments.

• Session I: July 5-14, 2022, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (No class July 4)
• Session II: July 18-28, Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Online course option: June 1-Aug. 4

Optional Bridge to Algebra (rising seventh and eighth graders)

This program is designed to support students who completed Accel 6/7 or Accel 7/8 and are enrolled in Algebra I for the 2022-23 school year. Students complete assignments virtually but have access to live support via office hours with teachers. Additional information regarding registration is available in the HCPS middle school counseling departments.

• Online: June 1-Aug. 4

Creative Writing/Public Speaking 

Students will have the opportunity to explore techniques used in writing short stories, plays and poetry. The course will also focus on public speaking skills and exploration of dramatic skills such as improvisation, gestures and voice projection. Students will have the opportunity to write scenes, dialogue and speeches. (Please note: This class is not for credit and will not be added to the student’s academic transcript.)

Session 1 June 27-July 14 Monday-Thursday  (No classes Fridays, no class July 4) 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Session 2 July 18 – Aug. 4, 2022 Monday-Thursday (No classes Fridays) 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Middle School Summer Academy sites and schools attending each site:

●      Brookland M.S.: Brookland M.S. and Secondary ESL Program ●      Henrico H.S.: L. Douglas Wilder M.S. ●      Henrico Virtual Academy: Henrico Virtual Academy ●      Highland Springs H.S.: Fairfield M.S. and An Achievable Dream Certified Academy ●      Holman  M.S.: Holman M.S., Short Pump M.S.,and Pocahontas M.S. ●      Hungary Creek M.S.: Hungary Creek M.S. and George Moody M.S. ●      John Rolfe M.S.: John Rolfe M.S. and Elko M.S. ●      Tuckahoe M.S.: Tuckahoe M.S. and Quioccasin M.S.

The registration window for middle school enrichment begins April 11. To register, click here.

This registration link will take you to a list of HCPS middle and high schools. Please select your current school to register. Courses are only open to current HCPS students.

Parents and guardians will receive communication from teachers and/or school counselors if students are required to participate in this pathway. Students currently in the ninth, 10th, 11th or 12th grade will need to enroll in a credit recovery class during the 2021-22 school year who did not pass one of their core academic classes. Please know that credit recovery classes are only available to students who need to repeat the course. These classes are not an option for students taking the class for initial credit (i.e., first time or for a higher grade). Transportation will be provided.

Course Name – Course Number	Course Name – Course Number
English 9 – (1130) English 10 – (1140) English 11 – (1150) English 12 – (1160)** Algebra 1 – (3130) Algebra 2 – (3135) PSC Geometry – (3143) AFDA – (3134)	Earth Science – (4210) Environmental Science – (4280) Biology – (4310) Chemistry – (4410) World History & Geography I – (2215) World History & Geography II – (2216) Va. & U.S. History – (2360) Va. & U.S. Government – (2440)** Economics and Personal Finance (6120)

Session Locations and Dates:

High School Summer Academy Sites and School Attending each site:

Deep Run High School: Deep Run H.S. Douglas Freeman High School: Douglas Freeman H.S. Hermitage High School: Glen Allen H.S. and Hermitage H.S. Henrico High School: Henrico H.S. Henrico Virtual Academy: Henrico Virtual Academy  Highland Springs High School: Highland Springs H.S. J.R. Tucker High School: Mills Godwin H.S. and J.R. Tucker H.S. Varina High School: Varina H.S.

June 27 – Aug. 4, 2022 (Monday-Thursday) No classes July 4. High school credit courses makeup Day is Friday, July 8. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

*Afternoon session based onsite enrollment numbers. Not all summer locations will have afternoon sessions. **Only graduating seniors may take two site-based classes. Therefore, English 12 and Va. & U.S. Government are the only courses offered during the afternoon session.

Advanced Placement Workshop 

This workshop is designed to help prepare students taking their first A.P. course during the 2022-23 school year. The workshop will focus on critical skills for success in A.P. classes (e.g., note-taking, annotated writing, organization and self-advocacy).

Session I: June 27-30

• Sites: Deep Run H.S., Henrico H.S., Varina H.S. and J.R. Tucker H.S.
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Session II: July 18-21

• Sites: Douglas Freeman H.S., Hermitage H.S., Highland Springs H.S. and Henrico Virtual Academy
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

PSAT/SAT Workshop 

This workshop is for students preparing to take the PSAT or the SAT.

Session I: June 27-30

• Sites: Douglas Freeman H.S., Hermitage H.S., Highland Springs H.S., and and Henrico Virtual Academy
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Session II: July 18 – July 21, 2022

• Sites: Deep Run H.S., Henrico H.S., Varina H.S. and J.R. Tucker H.S.
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

ACT Workshop

This workshop is for students preparing to take the ACT.

Session I: July 11-14

• Sites: Douglas Freeman H.S., Hermitage H.S., Highland Springs H.S., and and Henrico Virtual Academy
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Session II: July 25-28, 2022

• Sites: Deep Run H.S., Henrico H.S., Varina H.S. and J.R. Tucker H.S.
• 8:30-11:30 a.m.

High School Acceleration Workshops

The registration window for high school enrichment workshops begins April 11. To register, click here.

Below are summer acceleration course options for current HCPS students interested in taking initial credit courses.

Henrico County Driver Education

HCPS Driver Education – Course 7040 (1/2 Credit)
Tuition: $150 (This class is only open to HCPS students.)

Session I:  June 27-July 14
(Monday-Thursday. No classes on Fridays or July 4. Makeup class July 8.)

• Sites: Deep Run H.S., Douglas Freeman H.S. and Varina H.S.
• 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Session II: July 18-Aug. 4
(Monday-Thursday. No classes Fridays.)

• Sites: Deep Run H.S., Douglas Freeman H.S. and Varina H.S.
• 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Valid Virginia learner’s permit required on the first day of class. Only one unexcused absence is allowed for this class. Course schedule includes classroom instruction, simulation and range driving.  Students are required to attend the final day of class.

Upon course completion, teachers will coordinate the behind-the-wheel component (three to seven sessions). HCPS currently offers the behind-the-wheel component at a cost of $100, however, this portion may be completed through private vendors.

The registration window for the HCPS Summer Driver Education course begins April 11. To register, click here. 

Online Economics & Personal Finance through Longwood University

Who: Rising ninth through 12th grade students (Freshmen and sophomore students are required to have at least a 3.0 GPA. Seniors and juniors, including rising juniors, do not have a minimum GPA requirement.)

Summer Session June 27-July 30
* Students are required to take their final exam on the Longwood University campus. 
Registration will start in April.
Tuition: $415. Payment should be made made directly to Longwood University.

Additional information about the course, its cost and enrollment requirements can be found at http://www.longwood.edu/personalfinance/. 

Economics and Personal Finance is a four-week, rigorous, mathematically intensive course covering economics and personal finance that may require students to spend up to six hours per day to be successful. The course satisfies Virginia’s economics and personal finance requirement as well as the online experience and certification requirements for high school graduation. The W!SE Financial Literacy certification exam is administered in the course. Students will receive three hours of college credit for this class.

Required course text: “Personal Finance, Turning Money into Wealth, 7th edition” (An earlier edition can be purchased to save money.) 

Required course calculator: Any graphing or financial calculator (Texas Instruments BAII+ is recommended).

Online Acceleration courses through Virtual Virginia

Summer Session: June 15-July 29
Registration: March 1-June 15
Tuition: $375 per person, per course. 

Register by contacting your school’s registrar.

Who: Self-motivated and task-driven rising eighth grade students who are motivated to spend four to six hours per day working online may register to take one of the following courses for acceleration:

• Spanish I
• French I

Self-motivated and task-driven rising ninth through 12th graders who have met prerequisites and are motivated to spend four to six hours per day working online may register to take one of the following courses for acceleration:

• Spanish I, II, III, IV
• French I, II, III, IV
• Latin I, II, III, IV
• Algebra I, II
• AFDA
• Geometry
• Pre-Calculus
• Earth Science
• World History and Geography I
• U.S./Virginia History
• Government
• Economics & Personal Finance (EPF) – W!SE exam July 14 and July 20
• English 12
• Health/P.E. 9
• Health/P.E. 10

Henrico County Workforce and Career Development

Presents CTE Summer Polytech for rising sixth-12th graders

Tuition is $50 per course. Only Henrico County residents may enroll in Summer Polytech. Students do not gain industry standard certifications as part of the Summer Polytech program, unless noted otherwise.

Summer Polytech has an attendance requirement. Once a student misses three days of a credited class, he or she will be removed from the class. No credit is earned, and tuition is forfeited.

Transportation by HCPS will begin on the first day, June 21. Bus schedules will be sent via email before the first day of class. Be sure that your email address is clearly written on the registration form. Students will be picked up from and returned to the elementary school you list on the registration form.

Classes are filled on a first come, first-served basis. If you pay online, registration with payment or receipt needs to be received before a student will be registered in a course.

Applications will not be processed before April 11. Rising ninth-12th grade students will be able to receive 0.5 credits from the four-week course. Rising sixth-eighth grade students will not receive credit.

The withdrawal deadline is June 17 by 3 p.m.

This course will be available onsite with in-person instruction along with a virtual instruction option.

When:

June 21 – July 7, 2022
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
No Classes on Friday
No Class on July 4, 2022

Where:

Advanced Career Education Center at Hermitage
Register online for ACE Center at Hermitage

8301 Hungary Spring Road

Henrico, Va. 23228
804-756-3020

Advanced Career Education Center at Highland Springs
Register online for ACE Center at Highland Springs

100 Tech Drive
Highland Springs, Va. 23075
804-328-4075

Cost:
$50 (Henrico residents only)

2022 CTE Summer Polytech course offerings for rising sixth-8th graders

Automotive Technology introduces students to the different areas involved in auto repair and maintenance. Students will develop an understanding of how a car works and the different facets of car ownership and care. Computer Systems Technology is an introductory program for students who enjoy building, repairing, or troubleshooting P.C. computers, basic electronics and networking. Students will also be introduced to various computer applications. Cosmetology introduces students to the foundation of hair, nail and skin care. Criminal Justice explores the world of modern law enforcement. Learn to use police equipment to solve crimes and keep order. Topics include crime scene investigation, using police tactical gear, fingerprinting and common patrol tactics. Early Childhood Education and Services is ideal for students interested in pursuing the field of education, especially those who have a passion for working with younger children. Students will work directly with preschool-aged children enrolled at Springer Preschool Academy.

Electricity & Cabling is designed to introduce students to electricity-related occupations. Basic principles of electricity are stressed with an emphasis on residential wiring. Hospitality, Tourism, and Catering Students will participate in hands-on cooking demonstrations, learn basic culinary techniques, plan events and explore the hospitality industry including food and beverage (catering), lodging, recreation, travel and tourism. Radio Broadcasting and Journalism focuses on learning about the production studio. Learn about the history of audio editing using various platforms, with an emphasis on Adobe Audition. Students will experience the process of digital audio production via hands-on projects, including sports announcing. Veterinary Science is an introductory course designed to teach basic skills in animal care and explore animal-related careers. Content includes animal behavior, breeds and species, basic animal anatomy, restraint and handling, feeding/nutrition, animal grooming, facility maintenance and cleaning, and workplace readiness.

Registration form:

Place a “1” beside your first choice and a “2” beside your second choice.

ACE Center at Hermitage

ACE Center at Highland Springs

Rising Ninth-12th Grade Students – 0.5 Credit ●      Automotive Technology ●      Barbering ●      CAD and 3-D Animation ●      Cosmetology ●      Culinary Arts ●      Diesel Technologies ●      Graphic Communications ●      Greenhouse ●      Legal & Medical Systems ●      Nursing ●      Sports Medicine ●      STEM and Precision Machining ●      Veterinary Science ●      Web Development and Programming ●      Welding Rising Sixth-Eighth Grade Students – No Credit ●      Automotive Technology ●      Cosmetology ●      Criminal Justice ●      Veterinary Science For classes at the ACE Center at Hermitage, send registration with payment (or receipt, if you paid online) to the ACE Center at Hermitage. ATTN: Summer Polytech 8301 Hungary Spring Road Henrico, VA 23228 Make checks payable to: “ACE Center at Hermitage” Registration link for ACE Center at Hermitage  Hermitage online payment link

Rising Ninth-12th Grade Students – 0.5 Credit ●      Auto Body Repair ●      Automotive Technology ●      Computer Systems Technology ●      Cosmetology ●      Creation Station ●      Criminal Justice ●      Early Childhood Education and Services* ●      High Tech Academy ●      Masonry ●      Pharmacy Tech Rising Sixth-Eighth Grade Students – No Credit ●      Cosmetology ●      Early Childhood Education and Services* ●      Electricity and Cabling ●      Hospitality, Tourism & Catering ●      Nursing ●      Radio Broadcasting and Journalism For classes at the ACE Center at Highland Springs, send registration with payment (or receipt, if you paid online) to the ACE Center at Highland Springs. ATTN:  Summer Polytech 100 Tech Drive Highland Springs, VA 23075 Make checks payable to: “ACE Center at Highland Springs” Registration link for ACE Center at Highland Springs  Highland Springs online payment link

 

Courses for Rising 9th-12th Graders (0.5 Credit)

Auto Body Repair introduces students to aspects of automotive body repair including minor body repair and proper use of the tools of the trade. Automotive Technology introduces students to the many fields related to the automotive service industry, including engine and brake repair. Barbering teaches students the basics of hair, scalp, and skincare. Students practice on mannequins to hone their new skills and discover what it takes to operate a barbershop. Computer-Aided Drafting and 3D Animation is an introductory course where students gain an understanding of how to create drawings, 3-D models, and animations using the latest CAD software. Computer Systems Technology is an introductory program for students who enjoy building, repairing, or troubleshooting PC computers, basic electronics, and networking. Students will also be introduced to various computer applications. Creation Station explores the various classes offered at the ACE Center through a creative writing lens. Students will confront real-world issues in the selected career paths to build problem-solving strategies and create authentic solutions. Cosmetology teaches students the foundation of the professional care of the hair, skin and nails. Students will practice techniques needed to perform these services in a salon setting environment. Criminal Justice explores the world of modern law enforcement. Learn to use police equipment to solve crimes and keep order. Topics include crime scene investigation, using police tactical gear, fingerprinting, and common patrol tactics. Culinary Arts students participate in creative activities related to following recipes and cooking. Learn basic culinary techniques, menu planning, and explore culinary careers. Diesel Technologies introduces students to the fundamentals of diesel equipment technology. Learn the basics of diesel vehicles such as fire trucks, school buses and ambulances. Early Childhood Education and Services is ideal for students interested in pursuing the field of education, especially those who have a passion for working with younger children. Students will work directly with preschool aged children enrolled at Springer Preschool Academy. Electricity & Cabling is designed to introduce students to electricity-related occupations. Basic principles of electricity are stressed with emphasis on residential wiring.

Graphic Communications is designed to introduce students to the world of printing. Learn techniques to manage and control production printing using 21st-Century skills and develop digital composition and printing skills, wide format printing, and collation/binding operations. Greenhouse students will learn the principles of growing seeds to have flowers and food, as well as propagation techniques. Gardening is a skill that will serve you well. High Tech Academy introduces students to a multidiscipline program offering math, science and engineering. Students work in teams to solve problems incorporating advanced mathematics and science. Legal/Medical Systems Administration is an introductory course for students who want to be legal or medical office workers or specialize in other fields in a legal or medical environment. Students develop skills that prepare them for employment in a variety of legal and medical office environments. Masonry students learn to use, care for, and handle safely the tools, machines, equipment, and materials commonly used in the masonry trade. Nurse Aide is an introduction to nursing, focusing on basic nursing skills such as communication, CPR, first aid and patient care. STEM and Precision Machining introduces students to the world of STEM through activities using machining technology. Students learn to lay out and produce projects using a variety of industry standard tools and equipment.  Pharmacy Technician introduces students to the skills needed to assist pharmacists in the delivery of health care services to clients in a variety of settings. Sports Medicine students will spend four weeks learning skills to swim for life. They will be tested on various swimming skills — beginning with blowing bubbles — with a goal of learning various swimming techniques. Advanced students will have the opportunity to learn the skills of lifeguarding and become certified upon completion of the course. They must meet all the testing and skill requirements in order to receive their certification. Web Development & Programming is designed to engage students in understanding the foundation of creating dynamic, visually appealing websites. Students will explore the fundamentals of front-end web development, create their own web page by considering layout, responsive pages, dynamic content and more. Students will examine HTML, CSS and JavaScript programming languages and how they all work together to create beautiful, purpose-driven web pages. Welding introduces students to basic welding techniques. Create items using the skills you learn and explore options for careers in welding.

Registration form:

Place a “1” beside your first choice and a “2” beside your second choice.

ACE Center at Hermitage

ACE Center at Highland Springs

Rising Ninth-12th Grade Students – 0.5 Credit ●      Automotive Technology ●      Barbering ●      CAD and 3-D Animation ●      Cosmetology ●      Culinary Arts ●      Diesel Technologies ●      Graphic Communications ●      Greenhouse ●      Legal & Medical Systems ●      Nursing ●      Sports Medicine ●      STEM and Precision Machining ●      Veterinary Science ●      Web Development and Programming ●      Welding Rising Sixth-Eighth Grade Students – No Credit ●      Automotive Technology ●      Cosmetology ●      Criminal Justice ●      Veterinary Science For classes at the ACE Center at Hermitage, send registration with payment (or receipt, if you paid online) to the ACE Center at Hermitage. ATTN: Summer Polytech 8301 Hungary Spring Road Henrico, VA 23228 Make checks payable to: “ACE Center at Hermitage” Registration link for ACE Center at Hermitage  Hermitage online payment link

Rising Ninth-12th Grade Students – 0.5 Credit ●      Auto Body Repair ●      Automotive Technology ●      Computer Systems Technology ●      Cosmetology ●      Creation Station ●      Criminal Justice ●      Early Childhood Education and Services* ●      High Tech Academy ●      Masonry ●      Pharmacy Tech Rising Sixth-Eighth Grade Students – No Credit ●      Cosmetology ●      Early Childhood Education and Services* ●      Electricity and Cabling ●      Hospitality, Tourism & Catering ●      Nursing ●      Radio Broadcasting and Journalism For classes at the ACE Center at Highland Springs, send registration with payment (or receipt, if you paid online) to the ACE Center at Highland Springs. ATTN:  Summer Polytech 100 Tech Drive Highland Springs, VA 23075 Make checks payable to: “ACE Center at Highland Springs” Registration link for ACE Center at Highland Springs  Highland Springs online payment link

 

For students enrolled in a summer school course:

• English 10 Writing SOL: Aug. 1 (multiple choice) and Aug. 2 (prompt)
• Nonwriting SOL tests: Aug. 1, with expedited retakes Aug. 3
• Virtual Virginia and Henrico Virtual Academy students will take required SOL tests Monday, Aug. 1 at 10 a.m. at their zoned summer academy site.

For students not enrolled in a summer school course:

High school students who have passed a class but have not passed the associated end-of-course SOL test(s) needed for graduation will have the opportunity to take one or more tests at J.R. Tucker or Varina high schools. Students who wish to test will either register for and participate in a project graduation refresher session or register to test only. Registrations for all testing are online and will be accepted until June 17. See the summer academy website’s Project Graduation page for details and links for the signups.

Project Graduation refresher sessions and test dates:

Session 1: July 11-14, test July 14

• WorkKeys: Business Writing (substitute for end-of-course writing SOL)

Session 2: July 18-21, test July 21

• WorkKeys: Workplace Documents (substitute for end-of-course reading SOL)
• End-of-course SOL tests: Earth Science, Biology, World History 1, Va. & U.S. History, Algebra 1, and Geometry
• W!SE Test: Economics and Personal Finance
• Edgenuity (online tutoring class) offered for end-of-course SOL Tests: Algebra 2, World History 2 and Chemistry

Session 3: July 25-28, test July 28

• End-of-course SOL tests: Earth Science, Biology, World History 1, Va. & U.S. History, Algebra 1, and Geometry
• W!SE Test: Economics and Personal Finance

Testing-only dates (no refresher session) are:

July 25: World History 1, World History 2, World Geography, Va. & U.S. History, Reading (English 11)

July 26: Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry

July 27: Algebra 1, Algebra 2., Geometry

Some other students in grades 10-12 who are new to HCPS may also take the tests with or without a refresher, provided they have already enrolled with HCPS. These include students from outside the commonwealth of Virginia, from a private school or from homeschooling, who have passed an end-of-course class but have not taken the corresponding SOL test needed for graduation. These students must also submit the appropriate testing registration online by June 17.

Project Graduation at Tucker High School: https://forms.gle/uSSA6S4JLUUA7WcQ6 

Project Graduation at Varina High School: https://forms.gle/H3CnEgkrcZCYH5Pr8 

Registration for Testing Only (No Refresher Session Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduooK7KJWBhKo8E_LH2dSJGOfkk1159RfVMASqKUzt53vNuw/viewform