Henrico County Public Schools public meetings in 2022
29 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Work Session - 3:30 p.m. / Public Input Session
The Henrico County School Board will discuss and take action on several items at this work session, including proposed policy revisions, the 2023-2024 Planning Guide, and the nine-year Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also consider a request for religious exemption from compulsory education and vote on remote participation by a member. A public input session precedes the work session.
- Approval of remote participation by a board member (action item)
- Proposed revision to Policy P6-09-002 "Health Services" to allow school nurses to possess and administer naloxone (discussion)
- Proposed revision to Policy P7-05-008 "Selection and Review of Instructional Materials" requiring parental notification for sexually explicit content (discussion)
- Review of HCPS 2023-2024 Planning Guide and Academic and Career Planning update (discussion)
- Review of FY 2023-2024 to FY 2031-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (discussion)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
This is a routine monthly meeting of the Henrico County School Board, featuring presentations, recognitions, public forum, and consent items. The board will vote on approving remote participation for a member and accept October financial statements and a state grant.
- Approval of remote participation by a board member per policy P2-04-006
- Acceptance of monthly financial statement and budgetary status report for October 2022
- Acceptance of school nutrition services financial statement for October 2022
- Acceptance of Virginia Department of Education Virginia Tiered Systems of Support Grant Award
- Recognition of 2022 R.E.B. Awards for Teaching Excellence (up to $15,000 stipends)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board's monthly meeting includes a consent agenda with two action items: accepting a $10,000 grant from Virginia Commonwealth University to advance computer science education and accepting the annual audits of school activity funds for FY2022. The meeting also features presentations, recognitions, and a public forum.
- Acceptance of $10,000 'Aces Over ACSE' grant from VCU for computer science education at Freeman, Elko, and Tucker high schools
- Acceptance of annual audits of school activity funds for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022
- Recognition of HCPS personnel receiving 2022 NACo and VACo achievement awards
- Performance highlight by Maybeury Elementary School music students
- Public forum for citizen comments on school division matters
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
At the November 10, 2022 work session, the Henrico County Public Schools Board will consider several actions. These include approving the meeting agenda, entering and exiting a closed session, and voting on readmission requests for two expelled students and religious exemption requests for two students. The Board will also vote to adopt the 2023 Legislative Agenda and review proposed revisions to two district policies (Admission of Nonresidents and Health Services). All items are presented with superintendent recommendations.
- Approve agenda and motions to enter, exit, and certify a closed session
- Approve readmission of Student Case Nos. 21-22-S-1 and 21-22-S-2
- Approve religious exemption requests for Student Case Nos. 22-23-RE-7 and 22-23-RE-8
- Approve the 2023 Legislative Agenda and accompanying brochure
- Review and consider revisions to Policy P6-03-004 (Admission of Nonresidents) and Policy P6-09-002 (Health Services)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote on consent items including acceptance of a $255,500 state grant for digital mapping of school buildings to aid first responders, and a $30,000 grant for teacher recruitment and retention. The board will also hear a performance from Tucker High School's Sounds Unlimited and watch a video highlighting student and staff accomplishments. A public forum allows citizens to address the board on any school division matter.
- Accept $255,500 Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services grant for digital mapping (CRGs) of K-12 schools to improve emergency response
- Accept $30,000 Virginia Department of Education grant for teacher recruitment and retention, including tuition support for provisionally licensed staff
- Accept monthly financial statements for September 2022 (general fund and school nutrition services)
- Performance highlight from Tucker High School Sounds Unlimited under director Clint Miller
- Public forum where citizens can speak for up to two minutes on any school concern
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
The School Board will review proposed revisions to the policy regarding admission of nonresident students. The session also includes updates on PK-12 literacy initiatives and school safety and security measures.
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P6-03-004, 'Admission of Nonresidents to Henrico County Public Schools'
- PK-12 Literacy Update regarding the LifeReady Literacy Plan
- Update on school safety and security including camera system upgrades and staff training
- Closed session discussion regarding specific employee matters and legal counsel
Work Session - 1:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will discuss an update on Destination 2025, including school accreditation ratings and college/career readiness data. They will also review the 2022 legislative agenda and set priorities for 2023. Action items include approving a religious exemption from compulsory education for a student (case 22-23-RE-5), accepting a $27,068 watershed education grant from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, and accepting $500 and $418 grants from the Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers for run clubs at Adams and Sandston Elementary Schools.
- Destination 2025: update on school accreditation and college/career readiness metrics
- Review of 2022 legislative agenda and setting 2023 priorities
- Approval of religious exemption from compulsory education for Student Case No. 22-23-RE-5
- Acceptance of $27,068 Virginia DCR Watershed Education Grant for environmental field experiences
- Acceptance of $500 (Adams Elementary) and $418 (Sandston Elementary) Sports Backers grants for run clubs
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a work session to discuss school accountability ratings for the 2022-2023 school year based on 2021-2022 data, review proposed revisions to three policies (Regularity of Attendance, Withdrawals, and Specialty Centers), and take action on a hearing officer's recommendation in an employee grievance case (No. 22-23-E-2). The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel matters and the grievance.
- Discussion of Destination 2025: School Accountability Ratings based on 2021-2022 SOL data
- Proposed revisions to Policy P6-02-003 (Regularity of Attendance) removing expired COVID-19 waiver language
- Proposed revisions to Policy P6-03-007 (Withdrawals) removing expired COVID-19 waiver language
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-015 (Specialty Centers) updating specialty center list and transportation info
- Action on Hearing Officer recommendation for Employee Grievance Case No. 22-23-E-2
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board holds a monthly meeting with ceremonial items and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes accepting monthly financial statements for July and August 2022, a $60,335 Virginia Department of Education State Vision Screening grant, and a $30,000 Jobs for Virginia Graduates grant. A public forum is scheduled for citizens to address the board.
- Acceptance of the Virginia Department of Education State Vision Screening grant award of $60,335
- Acceptance of the Virginia Department of Education Jobs for Virginia Graduates grant award of $30,000
- Acceptance of the monthly financial statements and budgetary status reports for July and August 2022
- Performance highlight featuring the Varina High School Drumline
- Public forum for citizen comments on school division matters
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The School Board will vote on awarding a construction contract to Waco, Inc. for replacing dual-temp pipe insulation at Ashe, Shady Grove, and Nuckols Farm elementary schools for $199,760 each. They will also discuss the Destination 2025 strategic plan reporting timeline and receive a school opening update. The board is expected to approve religious exemption requests and an easement agreement with Dominion Energy at Tuckahoe Elementary.
- Award construction contract to Waco, Inc. for $199,760 each at Ashe, Shady Grove, and Nuckols Farm Elementary Schools
- Approve Dominion Underground Distribution Easement Agreement at Tuckahoe Elementary School
- Consider approval of religious exemption requests for three students (Case Nos. 22-23-RE-2, -3, -4)
- Discuss Destination 2025 key performance metrics reporting timeline for 2022-2023
- Receive 2022-2023 school opening update from School Leadership, Learning, and Operations
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will discuss proposed revisions to three policies, including remote participation, regular meetings, and advisory committees, to comply with updated state law. The board will also receive a back-to-school update from staff. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P2-04-006 on electronic participation in meetings (effective Sept 1, 2022)
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P8-02-001 on school board advisory committees allowing all-virtual meetings
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P2-04-001 on regular meetings to change minute-signing requirement
- Consideration of a request for release from compulsory school attendance for Student Case No. 22-23-CA-1
- Approval of a board member's remote participation request for this meeting
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
This is a routine monthly meeting of the Henrico County School Board. The board will take action on a member's request to participate remotely, approve the agenda, and consider a consent agenda that includes acceptance of monthly financial statements and two state grant awards. A public forum is scheduled for citizen comments.
- Recognize Virginia High School League 5A state champions from Freeman and Deep Run high schools
- Accept monthly financial statement and budgetary status report for June 2022
- Accept $49,217.12 Individual Student Alternative Education Plan grant from Virginia Department of Education
- Accept School-Based Health Workforce Development Grant from Virginia Department of Health
- Public forum for comments on school division matters
Work Session - 2:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will act on multiple items during this work session, including proposed revisions to the student absence policy to allow excused absences for high school seniors for post-secondary employment interviews and military recruitment. The board will also consider a request for religious exemption from compulsory education for a student, approve administrative appointments and personnel items, and accept two small grants. The meeting includes a closed session for discussion of personnel and the religious exemption.
- Proposed revisions to Policy P6-02-005 'Absences and Excuses' expanding excused absences for seniors for job interviews and military recruitment
- Proposed revision to Policy P11-18 on FOIA requests, removing specific job title as FOIA Officer
- Consideration of request for religious exemption from compulsory education (Student Case No. 22-23-RE-1)
- Approval of administrative appointments and personnel items (hires, changes, separations)
- Acceptance of Virginia War Memorial Foundation grant ($250) and Richmond Area Chapter Virginia State Literacy Association grant ($300)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote on requests for board members to participate remotely, accept financial reports for May, and approve two grants: a $163,802 Claude Moore grant for a healthcare scholars program and a $15,000 state grant for a teacher pipeline program. The board will also view a video of graduation ceremonies and hear public comments.
- Vote on approval of remote participation by board members per policy P2-04-006
- Accept monthly financial statement and budgetary status report for May 2022
- Accept Claude Moore Charitable Foundation grant of $163,802 for Claude Moore Scholars Program (healthcare education)
- Accept Virginia Department of Education Grow Your Own Teacher Pilot Program grant of $15,000
- Public forum for citizen comments (registration deadline June 22 at 4:30 p.m.)
Work Session - 12:00 p.m.
The Henrico County Public Schools Board will approve the meeting agenda and authorize remote participation by board members. It will enter a closed session to discuss employee contracts, salaries, discipline, and the superintendent's evaluation, then certify the session. The board will also consider administrative appointments and review several proposed policy revisions and the 2022 Destination 2025 survey results.
- Approve remote participation requests by board members
- Approve the meeting agenda
- Enter and later certify a closed session on employee contracts and superintendent evaluation
- Approve administrative appointments recommended by the superintendent
- Review and vote on revisions to policies P2-05-004, P4-11, P9-01-001, P4-08-001, and P4-08-003
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The School Board will hold a monthly meeting with presentations recognizing the 2022 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Leadership recipient, ten Teacher Scholars, and VSBA Business Honor Roll members. Consent items include acceptance of the monthly financial statements for April 2022.
- Recognition of Tonya Holmes, principal of Harvie Elementary, as R.E.B. Award recipient ($10,000 cash grant, $20,000 for school projects)
- Recognition of ten Teacher Scholars program recipients (each eligible for $5,000 hiring supplement)
- Recognition of Anton Paar USA, Hertless Brothers Roofing, Howell's Heating and Air as VSBA Business Honor Roll members
- Consent item: Acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement and Budgetary Status Report ending April 30, 2022
- Consent item: Acceptance of School Nutrition Services financial statement ending April 30, 2022
Work Session - 4:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a work session with action items including approval of the agenda, closed session, and administrative appointments. Key discussions include updates to the 2022-2023 school calendar to add two Wellness Days and two additional holidays pending sufficient banked instructional time, as well as review of $13,423,429 in federal grant funding for the upcoming year. The board will also review proposed revisions to policies on citizen stakeholder participation and political activities, and a new policy on suspicion of fraudulent activity by employees.
- Update to 2022-2023 school calendar: add Wellness Days (Nov 7, 2022 and March 10, 2023) and potential holidays (Feb 17 and May 26, 2023)
- Review of $13,423,429 in federal grant funding for 2022-2023 (Title I, II, III, IV, Part A)
- Review proposed new Policy P9-01-001 on suspicion of fraudulent activity by a HCPS employee
- Review proposed revisions to Policy P2-05-004 'Citizen Stakeholder Participation'
- Review proposed revisions to Policy P4-11 'Political Activities'
Work Session - 1:00 p.m.
The School Board will vote on proposed revisions to policies governing nonresident student attendance and assignment variances, which would allow nonresident HCPS employees' children to attend Henrico schools on a tuition basis. The board will also act on an employee grievance, accept two grants for school equipment and programs, and recognize a principal for distinguished leadership.
- Approval of revisions to Policy P6-03-004 (Nonresidents) and Policy P6-03-011 (School Assignment/Variance Procedures) expanding tuition-based attendance for nonresident HCPS employees' children
- Action on Employee Grievance Case No. 21-22-E-2 — Superintendent recommends upholding hearing officer's recommendation
- Acceptance of $5,000 DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation grant to Rolfe Middle School for football equipment
- Acceptance of $37,500 Virginia Department of Education Career and Technical Education grant to ACE Center at Hermitage High School for a digital high-speed printer and wide-format color printer
- Recognition of Tonya Holmes, Principal of Harvie Elementary School, as recipient of the 2022 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Leadership
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote to adopt the FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan, a $762.9 million operating budget that includes a 5% salary increase for eligible employees. The board will also recognize Tonya Holmes as the R.E.B. Award recipient and VHSL winter state champions, and hear public comments. Several consent items include acceptance of monthly financial reports.
- Adoption of FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan ($762,941,771 operating budget, 5% salary raise)
- Recognition of Tonya Holmes, Harvie Elementary principal, as 2022 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Leadership ($10,000 cash grant + $20,000 for school projects)
- Recognition of VHSL winter state champions: Varina High School (boys' basketball 4A), Highland Springs High School (boys' basketball 5A), Godwin High School (boys' swimming 5A)
- Acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement and Budgetary Status Report for March 2022
- Public forum for citizen comments (in-person and written)
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
The School Board will review and consider adopting the FY2022-2023 annual financial plan, which includes an additional $20.4 million for a 5% salary increase for eligible employees, bringing the operating budget to $762.9 million. They will also discuss administrative appointments, a COVID-19 health and safety update, strategic plan progress, and the special education plan. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and legal matters.
- Approval of administrative personnel appointments
- Review and adoption of FY2022-2023 budget with $762,941,771 operating budget and $20.4M for salary increases
- COVID-19 health and safety conditions update
- Destination 2025 strategic plan steering committee update and community partnerships goal progress
- Review of Annual Special Education Title VI-B Plan for 2022-2023 with estimated $10,561,454 in Part B funds
Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a work session discussing a proposed $5.42 million per year, four-year lease-purchase for laptops for middle school students, staff, and central office, plus server infrastructure. The board will also receive a COVID-19 health and safety update, review a right-of-way agreement with Dominion Energy at Carver Elementary School, and consider approval of administrative appointments and an instructional materials review committee recommendation. Items requiring action include remote participation approval and closed session certification.
- Update and potential approval of $5.42M/year laptop lease (4-year term) for middle school students, staff, and central office
- Review of Dominion Energy Virginia right-of-way agreement for new underground electrical service at Carver Elementary School
- Approval of Instructional Materials Review Committee recommendation regarding challenged material
- Approval of administrative personnel appointments (list attached)
- COVID-19 health and safety update for Henrico County Public Schools
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will act on accepting a $300,000 donation from Meta to support the Center for Environmental Science and Sustainability at Varina High School, and approve an $85,000 state STEM teacher recruitment and retention grant. The board will also authorize a vendor for middle and central office staff laptops, approve minutes from prior meetings, and hear public comments.
- Accept $300,000 donation from Meta for Varina High School environmental center to purchase equipment and update labs
- Accept $85,000 STEM Teacher Recruitment and Retention Incentive Program grant from Virginia Department of Education
- Approve CDW-G as vendor for middle school, staff, and central office laptops under state contract
- Approve remote participation by a board member under Policy P2-04-006
- Approve minutes from February 10 and February 24 work sessions and monthly meeting
Work Session - 2:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote on awarding a $3,625,047 design contract for the Virginia Randolph Campus renovation. They will also receive updates on COVID-19 response, the Henrico Virtual Academy, and the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Opportunity, and accept a $24,970 grant increase for adult education.
- Award contract to Moseley Architects for $3,625,047 for Virginia Randolph Campus renovation design
- Accept $24,970 increased allocation for Adult Education and Family Literacy Act grant
- Receive update on COVID-19 health and safety conditions in schools
- Progress update on Henrico Virtual Academy (currently 1,349 students enrolled)
- Overview of efforts by the Office of Equity, Diversity and Opportunity
Work Session - 1:00 p.m.
The School Board will discuss the recommended FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan, which was developed based on county funding targets and stakeholder input. The board is also scheduled to receive updates on COVID-19 health and safety, teacher recruitment and retention, the Career Ladder overview (with $3.1 million in the proposed budget), and the School Health Advisory Board report. Two facility proposals are under review: tennis court lighting at Glen Allen High School ($186,000) and gym floor replacements at two schools, with approval expected at the subsequent monthly meeting.
- Review of Recommended FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan
- Proposal for new tennis court lighting at Glen Allen High School for $186,000
- Review of proposals for gym floor replacements at two schools
- Career Ladder overview with $3.1 million in FY2023 budget
- Recruitment and retention update for teachers
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote on the recommended FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan at its monthly meeting. The board will also consider accepting two grant awards: $1,000 from Music and Arts for Seven Pines Elementary and $26,060.36 from the Virginia Department of Education for English literacy and civics education. Routine items include approval of minutes, public forum, and recognitions.
- Approval of Recommended FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan (budget)
- Acceptance of $1,000 Music and Arts 'Be Part of the Music' grant for Seven Pines Elementary
- Acceptance of $26,060.36 increased allocation for Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education grant from Virginia Department of Education
- Public forum for citizen comments (in-person and written)
- Recognition of the Ray Tate Memorial Award for Career and Technical Education support
Work Session - 2:00 p.m. / Budget Public Hearing - 5:30 p.m.
The School Board will consider approving a resolution requesting the Board of Supervisors call an election for up to $340.5 million in bonds for school capital projects. They will also receive a COVID-19 health and safety update, accept two state grants ($6,070 and $28,760.94), and discuss administrative appointments. A budget public hearing is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.
- Resolution to authorize up to $340,500,000 in bonds for school capital projects via November 2022 voter referendum
- Acceptance of $6,070 VDOE grant for Praxis and literacy assessment assistance for provisionally licensed teachers
- Acceptance of $28,760.94 Dual Enrollment Alignment grant from VDOE
- COVID-19 health and safety update for Henrico County Public Schools
- Approval of administrative personnel appointments (details in attached PDF)
Work Session - 1:00 p.m.
The School Board will discuss the recommended FY2022-2023 Annual Financial Plan, receive updates on COVID-19 health and safety and the Destination 2025 strategic plan, and review the first annual report from the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee. The board also considers approval of remote participation by a member, administrative appointments, and a cell tower lease assignment at Quioccasin Middle School. Schematic designs for renovations and expansion of the Advanced Career Education Centers at Hermitage and Highland Springs are also presented for review.
- Review of Recommended Annual Financial Plan for FY2022-2023
- COVID-19 Health and Safety Update for Henrico County Public Schools
- Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee 2021-2022 Annual Report
- Review of Assignment and Assumption of Lease for Cell Tower at Quioccasin Middle School
- Review of Schematic Designs for Renovations and Expansion of ACE Centers at Hermitage and Highland Springs
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote on accepting grant funds for staff training on seclusion and restraint regulations, as well as a small federal award for iPads. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and remote participation by a board member. Most items are procedural or ceremonial, with no major policy or budget decisions.
- Accept $17,908.10 from Dinwiddie County Public Schools for staff training on seclusion and restraint regulations
- Accept $1,196 Emergency Connectivity Fund award for iPads for the Family and Community Engagement Department
- Vote on a board member's request to participate remotely via Policy P2-04-006
- Recognize Virginia High School League fall state champions from Deep Run, Glen Allen, and Varina high schools
Work Session - 1:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will take action on several items, including approval of an agreement with VDOT for new flashers and speed limits on South Airport Drive near Highland Springs High School. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair for 2022, reorganize committees, and approve administrative appointments. Discussion items include updates on the HCPS Health Committee and a telehealth clinic at Glen Lea, plus plans for a full-service community school at the former Highland Springs High School building.
- Agreement with VDOT to install school zone flashers and speed limits on South Airport Drive (Highland Springs HS replacement project)
- Election of School Board Chair and reorganization: vote on vice-chair, clerk, deputy clerk, meeting days, and committee assignments
- Approval of administrative personnel appointments
- Update from HCPS Health Committee on health and safety conditions
- Discussion of Glen Lea telehealth clinic and full-service community school at 15 S. Oak Avenue (former Highland Springs HS)