Henrico County Public Schools public meetings in 2025
28 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Work Session - 4:00 p.m. / Public Input Session on Budget - 6:15 p.m.
The School Board voted to adopt boundary adjustments for multiple attendance zones, including Ruby Carver, Maybeury to Carver, Quiocassin Middle, Douglas Freeman, J.R. Tucker, and Henrico High School. The board also reviewed proposed retirement of Policy P1-02 and revisions to Policy P1-01. A public input session on FY2026-2027 budget priorities was held at 6:15 p.m. The meeting included a closed session for personnel matters.
- Final boundary adjustment scenarios approved (motion carried 4-1, with Alicia S. Atkins voting nay)
- Review of proposed retirement of Policy P1-02, "Purposes of Henrico County Public Schools as an Institution of Society"
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P1-01, "Goals of Education As They Pertain to Individuals"
- Public input session to solicit feedback on proposed FY2026-2027 budget priorities
- Closed session for discussion of personnel matters under Virginia Code
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board met to review financial reports and approve facility-related actions. The board accepted financial statements from October 2025 and approved maintenance covenants for the Living Building Project.
- Approval of four declarations of covenants for stormwater management at the Living Building Project
- Acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement and Budgetary Status Report for October 31, 2025
- Acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement for School Nutrition Services for October 31, 2025
- Approval of leases of County property at two locations
Work Session - 2:00 p.m.
The School Board is conducting a work session to review the FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and proposed attendance zone boundary adjustments. Members are also reviewing draft 2026 legislative priorities and updates to the 2026-2027 Academic and Career Planning Guide.
- Review of FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Presentation of boundary adjustment scenarios and public input from September 11 to November 7, 2025
- Review of 2026 Legislative Priorities
- Proposed changes to the 2026-2027 Academic and Career Planning Guide
- Closed session regarding specific employee personnel matters and civil litigation
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes the FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2026-2027 Academic and Career Planning Guide. The board will also recognize staff for NACo/VACo achievement awards, observe National Veterans and Military Families Month, and hear public comments.
- Approval of FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (consent agenda item 9.02, detail truncated in source)
- Approval of HCPS 2026-2027 Academic and Career Planning Guide (consent agenda item 9.01)
- Recognition of 2025 NACo and VACo Achievement Awards for 19 programs
- Recognition of November as National Veterans and Military Families Month
- Public forum for citizen comments (sign-up required by Nov. 12)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m. / Redistricting Public Hearing 7:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board is meeting for its monthly session, which includes a public hearing on school redistricting starting at 7:00 p.m. The board will also vote on naming the Tuckahoe Middle School auditorium the Kirkland Jackson Auditorium and recognize several observances and staff.
- Public hearing on school redistricting at 7:00 p.m.
- Action to name Tuckahoe Middle School auditorium the Kirkland Jackson Auditorium
- Recognition of National School Bus Safety Week and Bus Transportation Employees Appreciation Day
- Recognition of National Principals Appreciation Month
- Recognition of National Native American Heritage Month
Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will review the FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan during this work session, with a recommendation to approve it at the November 13 monthly meeting. The board will also receive an information update on Virginia's new School Performance and Support Framework and academic trends. Procedural items including agenda approval, closed session, and certification are also on the agenda.
- Review of FY2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (discussion item, approval scheduled for Nov 13)
- Information update on Virginia's School Performance and Support Framework and HCPS academic trends
- Closed session to discuss personnel matters (appointment, assignment, salaries, etc.)
- Certification of closed session by recorded vote
Work Session - 2:30 p.m. / Public Hearing - 4:30 p.m.
The School Board will hold a work session and public hearing, discussing updated enrollment figures for proposed attendance zone changes. The board will also consider requests for religious exemption from compulsory attendance for two students and vote on consent agenda items including a $2.57 million HVAC contract.
- Discussion of updated enrollment data for board-requested boundary adjustment scenarios
- Consideration of religious exemption from compulsory attendance for student cases 25-26-RE-6 and 25-26-RE-7
- Award of $2,569,444 construction contract to JRC Services LLC for HVAC upgrades at Fairfield Administrative Annex
- Acceptance of FY2025 annual audit of school activity funds (clean opinion)
- Acceptance of $250,000 Virginia Department of Education School Security Equipment Program grant
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
Henrico County School Board will hold a monthly meeting with recognitions for VHSL spring state champions and heritage months, and a presentation by Henrico High School drumline. Action items include approval of monthly financial statements for July and August 2025. The meeting also includes public forum and routine administrative items.
- Recognition of VHSL spring state champions from Deep Run, Glen Allen, Freeman, Hermitage, Tucker, and Godwin high schools
- Recognition of October as National Czech, Italian, and Polish Heritage Month
- Recognition of October as National Bullying Prevention Month
- Acceptance of monthly financial statements for July and August 2025 (consent agenda)
- Performance highlight from Henrico High School Drumline
Work Session - 4:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board received an annual update on the HCPS Career Ladder, which covers staff recruitment, retention, and compensation. The board also approved entering and exiting closed session to discuss personnel matters and certified the closed session. The meeting included standard procedural items and announcements of upcoming town halls.
- Presentation on HCPS Career Ladder Momentum: Highlights and Next Steps (item 5.01)
- Closed session to discuss assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of employees
- Upcoming town halls: September 30 at Highland Springs High School and October 7 at ACE Center at Hermitage
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
The School Board will receive a presentation on proposed adjustments to attendance zones for Godwin, Freeman, Henrico, and Highland Springs High Schools, addressing enrollment imbalances and future growth. The board will also vote on religious exemption requests for three students and approve a property line adjustment for Quioccasin Middle School and Pemberton Elementary School. The meeting includes closed session for personnel and student matters.
- Presentation of boundary adjustment scenarios for Godwin, Freeman, Henrico, and Highland Springs High Schools
- Approval of religious exemption from compulsory attendance for Student Case Nos. 25-26-RE-3, 25-26-RE-4, and 25-26-RE-5
- Approval of administrative appointment (personnel name not disclosed)
- Approval of property line adjustment between Quioccasin Middle School and Pemberton Elementary School
- Closed session for discussion of employee matters and religious exemption requests
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The School Board is meeting to recognize outstanding educators and parents, as well as designate National Hispanic Heritage Month and National Suicide Prevention Month. The body is also reviewing financial statements for the period ending June 30, 2025.
- Recognition of Andrew Cannada as the 2024-2025 Christie Award Special Educator of the Year
- Recognition of Lamar Hough as the Virginia Association for the Gifted 2025 Parent of the Year
- Proclamation of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 - Oct 15)
- Proclamation of National Suicide Prevention Month (September)
- Acceptance of Monthly Financial Statements and Budgetary Status Reports ending June 30, 2025
Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board held a work session to review the first-year results of the Henrico CARES mental health program and receive updates on major capital projects. The board also conducted a closed session regarding specific employee personnel matters.
- Henrico CARES Year 1 implementation results and 2025-2026 plans
- Updates on major Capital Projects across the division
- Closed session regarding assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific employees
Work Session - 3:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a work session covering routine procedural items and several policy reviews. The board will vote on two requests for religious exemption from compulsory attendance, and will discuss proposed revisions to policies on drug education, community service learning, and textbooks, including retiring the separate alcohol education policy.
- Approval of religious exemption from compulsory attendance for Student Case Nos. 25-26-RE-1 and 25-26-RE-2
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-013, 'Drug Education' to incorporate alcohol education
- Review of proposed retirement of Policy P7-04-017, 'Alcohol Education'
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-020, 'Community Service Learning'
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P7-05-001, 'Textbooks'
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a monthly meeting including recognitions for educators, a public forum, and action on consent agenda items. The consent agenda includes accepting monthly financial statements for the general fund and school nutrition services through April 2025.
- Recognition of Andrew Cannada as 2024-2025 Christie Award Special Educator of the Year
- Recognition of Kim Marshall as Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities Stakeholder of the Year
- Recognition of Tricia Rose and Tara Green as 2025 Gifted Teachers of the Year
- Recognition of HCPS's 26th consecutive NAMM Foundation Best Community for Music Education honor
- Consent agenda: acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement and Budgetary Status Report for April 2025
Work Session - 12:30 p.m.
The School Board voted to dismiss an employee based on a hearing officer's recommendation (Case No. 24-25-E-4) and approved administrative appointments. They also discussed proposed revisions to fundraising policies, including retiring several policies and updating Policy P4-05-005 on soliciting, selling, and endorsing.
- Dismissal of employee in Case No. 24-25-E-4 (action)
- Approval of administrative appointments (action)
- Review of proposed revisions to Policy P4-05-005 'Soliciting, Selling, Endorsing' (discussion)
- Review of proposed retirement of policies P6-14-002, P11-14, and P9-26 on solicitation and fundraising (discussion)
- Review of unchanged Policy P6-14-001 'Solicitation of Students' (discussion)
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The School Board will approve the agenda, hear a performance by Glen Lea Elementary School students, and recognize several individuals and groups. Recognitions include 38 Teacher Scholars Program recipients, the Virginia Secondary School Counselor of the Year, VSBA Business Honor Roll members, School Nurse Day, and Mental Health Awareness Month. A public forum will allow citizen comments. No policy votes or contract awards are scheduled.
- Recognition of 38 Teacher Scholars Program recipients (high school seniors) who may receive a $5,000 hiring supplement upon employment with a three-year commitment to HCPS.
- Recognition of Morgan Meadowes, Freeman High School counselor, as the 2025 Virginia Secondary School Counselor of the Year.
- Recognition of VSBA Business Honor Roll recipients: Associated General Contractors (Virginia Chapter), IEP Chesapeake, and VSC Fire and Security.
- Proclamations recognizing May 7, 2025 as School Nurse Day and May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month.
- Public forum for citizen comments on school division matters (sign-up required by April 7).
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board held a work session to discuss and receive updates on the proposed 2026-2027 school calendar, the 2025-2030 strategic plan, and revisions to teacher contract policies. The board also took action on personnel matters including a licensure revocation petition (Employee Case No. 24-25-E-3) and administrative appointments. These items are expected to be voted on at the May 8 monthly meeting.
- Review of proposed 2026-2027 school calendar (presentation)
- Update on 2025-2030 strategic planning process
- Approval of petition for licensure revocation in Employee Case No. 24-25-E-3
- Approval of administrative appointments
- Second review of proposed revisions to Policy P4-02-001 'Contracts: Teachers' and related policies
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will vote to approve the agenda and then hear presentations including a performance from Echo Lake Elementary, and recognize Equity Ambassadors, CIAA and VHSL state champions, National Board Certified Teachers, R.E.B. award winners, Librarians of the Year, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. No substantive policy actions or contract awards are on the agenda.
- Recognize CIAA Champion Varina High School Competition Cheer team
- Recognize VHSL Winter State Champions from Freeman, Deep Run, Godwin, Tucker, and Hermitage high schools
- Recognize 2024 National Board Certified Teachers
- Recognize R.E.B. Award for Teaching Excellence recipients (up to $15,000 stipend) and Distinguished Leadership recipient Arainau "Rainy" Neal ($10,000 grant plus $20,000 for school projects)
- Recognize 2024-2025 School Librarians of the Year: Sara Young (Nuckols Farm Elementary) and Kelly Cragle (Henrico High School)
Work Session - 3:00 p.m. / Strategic Plan Public Hearing - 5:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board holds a work session and a public hearing on the strategic plan. Items include reviewing the adopted FY2026 budget (with a net addition of $29.8 million), discussing policy revisions, and considering a religious exemption from compulsory attendance and an administrative appointment.
- Strategic Plan Public Hearing at 5:00 p.m.
- Review of adopted FY2026 Annual Financial Plan with $29.8M net addition from county budget adoption
- Consideration of religious exemption from compulsory attendance for Student Case No. 24-25-RE-8
- Approval of administrative appointment
- Second review of proposed revisions to Policy P10-01-001 and retirement of Policy P10-01-002
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a monthly meeting with procedural items including approval of the agenda, recognitions of students and staff, and a performance highlight from Tuckahoe Middle School. The board will accept the monthly financial statement for February 2025 under the consent agenda and hear public comments on school division matters.
- Approval of agenda and acceptance of Monthly Financial Statement for month ending February 28, 2025
- Recognition of HCPS Spelling Bee winner Rohith (Ro) Thomas and 2025 James Madison University Literacy Teacher of the Year Ms. Kendall Hunt
- Proclamations for Irish American Heritage Month (March), Arab American Heritage Month (April), and School Library Month (April)
- Performance highlight by Tuckahoe Middle School theatre students
- Public forum for citizen comments (in-person and written)
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board held a work session and took action on two personnel matters. The board approved a religious exemption from compulsory attendance for a student (Case No. 24-25-RE-9) and authorized a petition for teaching license revocation for an employee (Case No. 24-25-E-2). The board also discussed the proposed 2026-2027 school calendar, adjustments to the 2025-2026 calendar, and revisions to teacher contract policies. The remainder of the agenda was procedural, including a closed session for personnel and student records.
- Approved religious exemption from compulsory attendance for Student Case No. 24-25-RE-9 based on bona fide religious beliefs.
- Approved petition for licensure revocation in Employee Case No. 24-25-E-2 and authorized forwarding to the State Board of Education.
- Received presentation on proposed 2026-2027 school calendar and proposed adjustments to the 2025-2026 calendar, with community input.
- Reviewed proposed revisions to Policy P4-02-001 'Contracts: Teachers' consolidating three policies into one.
- Reviewed proposed retirement of Policy P4-02-002 'Contracts: Administrative and Supervisory Personnel'.
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The School Board will receive a presentation on supplemental information requested for proposed high school boundary adjustments to rebalance enrollment between Godwin and Freeman High Schools and address future growth at Henrico and Highland Springs High Schools. They will also get an update on the division's response to employee feedback. Additionally, the board will review proposed revisions to several policies including Driver Education, Family Life Education, Religious Instruction, and Exceptional Education, with votes expected at the April 17 monthly meeting.
- Supplemental information on high school boundary adjustments for Freeman/Godwin and Henrico/Highland Springs
- Progress report on division response to employee engagement and feedback
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-007 (Driver Education) and retirement of P6-09-010
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-008 (Family Life Education) and P7-04-009 (Religious Instruction)
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-04-010 (Exceptional Education) and retirement of P6-19-001
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board monthly meeting features approval of the agenda, student presentations, and multiple recognitions including National Nutrition Month, Youth Art Month, Music in Our Schools Month, Women's History Month, the Ray Tate Memorial Award, and the 2025 Innovative Technology Integration Awards. A public forum allows citizen comments. No substantive policy votes or budget decisions are on the agenda.
- Recognition of Ray Tate Memorial Award for Career and Technical Education support
- Recognition of NSBA Innovative Technology Integration Award for HCPS
- Proclamations for National Nutrition Month, Youth Art Month, Music in Our Schools Month, and Women's History Month
- Performance highlight from Hermitage High School Chorus
- Public forum for citizen comments on school division matters
Work Session - 2:30 p.m.
The School Board is reviewing the recommended Annual Financial Plan for FY2026. The body is also discussing a comprehensive package to consolidate and update policies regarding student grading, tests, and standardized testing.
- Review of Recommended Annual Financial Plan for FY2026
- Proposed retirement of Policy P6-06-006, 'Lowering of Grades'
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-08-006, 'Tests and Examinations'
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-09-001, 'Student Evaluation, Reporting, Promotions - Grading System'
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-09-005 and retirement of Policy P10-02-004, both regarding 'Standardized Testing'
Work Session - 3:30 p.m. / Budget Public Hearing - 5:00 p.m.
The School Board will hold a work session and budget public hearing. Work session items include updates on the HCPS Career Ladder and Henrico CARES mental health program. The consent agenda includes approving a $1,813,113 design contract for Johnson Elementary renovation, a $534,997 roof replacement at Baker Elementary, a warehouse lease extension, and a $30,000 state grant.
- Approval of $1,813,113 proposal from Moseley Architects for Johnson Elementary renovation design
- Award of $534,997 roof replacement contract to American Home Specialists for Baker Elementary
- Sixth Amendment to lease for Carolina Avenue Surplus Warehouse (three-year extension)
- Acceptance of $30,000 Virginia Tiered Systems of Support grant from VDOE
- Public hearing on the 2025-2026 budget scheduled for 5:00 p.m.
Monthly Meeting - 6:30 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board met to approve agenda items, including a request for a board member to participate remotely. The meeting also featured student performances, recognitions for school achievements, and a public forum.
- Approval of remote participation by a board member
- Acceptance of monthly financial statements for November and December 2024
- Performance by Tucker High School chorus
- Recognition of Varina High School video contest winners
- Recognition of Ward Elementary School as a Virginia Purple Star School
Work Session - 3:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board reviewed the FY2026 Recommended Annual Financial Plan and discussed proposed policy revisions on audits, grading, tests, and the retirement of a policy on lowering grades. A public hearing on the budget is set for February 13, 2025, with board approval expected February 27. The board also approved remote participation by a member and held a closed session for personnel matters.
- Review of FY2026 Recommended Annual Financial Plan (budget)
- Proposed revisions to Policy P9-07-006 'Audits'
- Proposed retirement of Policy P6-06-006 'Lowering of Grades'
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-08-006 'Tests and Examinations'
- Proposed revisions to Policy P7-09-001 'Student Evaluation, Reporting, Promotions - Grading System'
Special Meeting - 3:00 p.m.
The Henrico County School Board will hold a special meeting to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, approve a superintendent designee, set meeting days, and assign committee roles. The board will also vote on accepting six VDOE School Improvement Grants totaling over $600,000 for elementary schools.
- Election of new School Board Chair for 2025
- Reorganization including election of Vice Chair, Clerk, and committee assignments
- Accept $23,463 VDOE School Improvement Grant for Adams Elementary
- Accept $172,000 grant for Fair Oaks Elementary
- Accept $199,100 grant for Glen Lea Elementary