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Superintendent Search Update: December 6, 2024
12/06/2024
An update regarding the search for the next Superintendent of Schools.
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Six Hanover Educators Honored for Teaching Excellence
11/15/2024
Six Hanover County Public Schools teachers have received the 2024 R.E.B. Award for Teaching Excellence.
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A Message from the School Board Chair and Interim Superintendent
10/25/2024
An important message from the School Board Chair and Interim Superintendent of Schools.
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2025-26 School Calendar Update
10/09/2024
Updates regarding the adoption of the 2025-26 school calendar.
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Washington-Henry ES Replacement Update
10/04/2024
The process to replace Washington-Henry Elementary School with a new school building has begun.
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HCPS Begins Boundary Adjustment Process
10/03/2024
To address student enrollment and capacity across schools in HCPS, we are undergoing a boundary line evaluation and adjustment process.
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HCPS Remains Leader in Academic Success
10/02/2024
We are proud to share with you that our students continue to achieve at the highest levels in Virginia according to new data from the Virginia Department of Education.
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Education Expo Save the Date
2024 Education Expo
09/19/2024
The 10th annual Education Expo will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, October 28 at Atlee High School. No registration is required to attend and grab-and-go snacks will be available at no cost.
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2024-25 R.E.B. Leadership Award Nominations
09/18/2024
The Community Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2024-25 R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership, which will result in a $30,000 grant for a Hanover County Public Schools principal.
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Superintendent Search Update: September 11, 2024
09/11/2024
The Hanover County School Board has begun the process to search for the next Superintendent of Schools.
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Welcome Back 2024-25
Quick Facts for the 2024-25 School Year
08/17/2024
As the start of the school year quickly approaches, we want to share some quick facts to help you better prepare. Please keep this information handy as you plan ahead. We are excited to see our students soon!
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HCPS Artificial Intelligence Guidelines
08/16/2024
HCPS has created artificial intelligence guidelines for students, educators, and families in response to the growing usage of the technology.
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HCPS to Enact Clear Bag Requirement at High School Stadiums/Gymnasiums
08/16/2024
HCPS is enacting a clear bag requirement for all spectators at high school football for the fall sports season and high school basketball for the winter sports season.
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Student Chromebook Expectations for the 2024-25 School Year
08/15/2024
An important message regarding expectations for the 2024-25 school year regarding Chromebook use, the Hanover Academic Network, and the Acceptable Use Policy.
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HCPS Cuts Ribbon on Ashland Elementary School
08/15/2024
Joined by hundreds of students, families, community members, and distinguished guests, HCPS cut the ribbon on August 15 on Ashland Elementary School, officially marking the opening of the new school.
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Transportation Update for the 2024-25 School Year
08/12/2024
The HCPS Transportation Department is finalizing routes for the upcoming school year and specific information is now available.
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Mobile Device Policy Update
08/08/2024
An important update regarding student mobile device usage in HCPS.
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School Meals for the 2024-25 School Year
08/07/2024
Before the start of the school year, either complete the free or reduced meals application (search for Hanover County Public Schools) or ensure your student has money in their LINQ account.
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HCPS to Launch New, Modern Communications System in 2024-25 School Year
08/05/2024
Beginning in the 2024-25 school year, Hanover County Public Schools will use ParentSquare, a unified communications platform that is designed to keep families informed in a simple, accessible, and engaging way.
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How to Complete Your Student’s Required Forms Online
08/01/2024
The required back-to-school verification forms are available and ready to be completed online via the PowerSchool ParentPortal.
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What to Know About the Virginia Literacy Act and HCPS
08/01/2024
HCPS is implementing the Virginia Literacy Act, which the General Assembly passed in 2022, this school year as we continue our work to improve literacy among our students.
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Important First Day of School Reminder
08/01/2024
Monday, August 19 is the first day of school for kindergarten, first grade, sixth grade, and ninth grade. All students will attend on Tuesday, August 20.
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Reminder: New Library Book Access Agreement for 2024-25 School Year
07/31/2024
A new form allows families to indicate their preference regarding their student’s access to library books and materials.
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HCPS Announces Start the School Year in Style Events
07/31/2024
HCPS is hosting two Start in Style events where students can receive a free back-to-school outfit.
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School Board Appoints Dr. Lisa Pennycuff as HCPS Acting Superintendent
07/23/2024
Dr. Lisa Pennycuff, an educator and administrator for more than 30 years, has been selected to serve as the acting Superintendent of Schools for Hanover County Public Schools.
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Hanover County Public Schools Earns Recognition as Employer of Veterans
07/10/2024
Hanover County Public Schools has earned the status as a top employer for military veterans in Virginia, receiving certification from the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program.
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Public Input Sought on Textbook Adoption for AP Human Geography Course
06/20/2024
We are seeking the public’s input on a textbook being considered for adoption for our Advanced Placement (AP) Human Geography course.
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Approved 2024-25 School Calendar
06/13/2024
Updates regarding the 2024-25 school calendar.
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Summer College and Career Bootcamp and Expo 2024
06/03/2024
Register now for the upcoming HCPS Summer College and Career Bootcamp on July 29 through August 1, including a College & Career Expo on Thursday, August 1 at Hanover High School.
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Free Meals for Summer 2024
05/24/2024
HCPS is participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all individuals 18 years old and younger at no charge on a first come, first serve basis.
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2024-25 Transportation Registration
05/23/2024
Transportation registration for the 2024-25 school year is now available. Requests must be submitted by Friday, May 31.
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Cold Harbor ES Educator Named Beginning Teacher of the Year
05/16/2024
Cloe Cook, a second grade teacher at Cold Harbor Elementary School, has been named the 2023-24 Hanover County Public Schools Beginning Teacher of the Year.
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Mechanicsville High School Instructional Assistant Named Support Employee of the Year
05/15/2024
Sara Matthews, an instructional assistant at Mechanicsville High School, has been selected as the 2023-24 Hanover County Public Schools Support Employee of the Year.
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Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Update
05/15/2024
Updates regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget for Hanover County Public Schools.
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An Important Message from HCPS: Chromebook Collection
05/13/2024
An important update regarding Chromebooks and the end of the school year.
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Atlee High School Teacher Named 2025 Virginia Teacher of the Year
05/06/2024
Avanti Yamamoto, a mathematics teacher at Atlee High School, has been named the 2025 Virginia Teacher of the Year.
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Hanover High School Career Counselor Named Counselor of the Year
04/29/2024
Jennifer Melton, the career counselor at Hanover High School, has been named one of the Counselors of the Year by the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling.
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School Construction Update: April 15, 2024
04/15/2024
An update regarding the replacement of Battlefield Park and Beaverdam elementary schools.
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Atlee High School Teacher Named 2025 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year
04/12/2024
Avanti Yamamoto, a math teacher at Atlee High School, has been named the 2025 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year (Region 1) by the Virginia Department of Education.
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An Important Message from HCPS: April 12, 2024
04/12/2024
An important message regarding expectations for Chromebook use, the Hanover Academic Network, and the Acceptable Use Policy.
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Best Community for Music Education 2024
04/10/2024
The National Association of Music Merchants Foundation has named Hanover County Public Schools as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the 12th year in a row.
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Liberty Middle School Principal Receives R.E.B. Leadership Award
03/28/2024
Sherry Lycett, the principal at Liberty Middle School, is the Hanover County Public Schools winner of the 2023-24 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership by The Community Foundation.
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Access the New HCPS Parent Application Portal
03/20/2024
We are launching the Hanover County Public School Parent Application Portal, a one-stop shop for you to access commonly used applications such as PowerSchool, Schoology, LINQ, eConnect, and more.
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Kindergarten Enrollment 2024
03/19/2024
We are now accepting kindergarten enrollments for the 2024-25 school year! Children must be five years old on or before September 30, 2024 to be eligible.
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Atlee High School Teacher Receives Milken Educator Award
03/19/2024
Travis Dodds, a science teacher at Atlee High School, is the recipient of the $25,000 Milken Educator Award, a recognition that is nationally known as the “Oscar of Teaching” for his amazing work in the classroom.
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An Important Hanover County Online School Update
03/13/2024
An important update regarding the future of the Hanover County Online School.
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Atlee High School Teacher Named Teacher of the Year
01/22/2024
Avanti Yamamoto, a math teacher at Atlee High School, has been named this year's Hanover County Public Schools Teacher of the Year.
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Hanover Coaches Named Coaches of the Year
01/17/2024
Fielding Crawford, the boys lacrosse coach at Atlee High School (AHS), and Andrew Steuart, the boys volleyball coach at Patrick Henry High School (PHHS), were selected as the 2022-23 Virginia Boys Lacrosse and Boys Volleyball Coach of the Year, respectively.
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HCPS Strings Teacher Honored with State Music Education Award
11/27/2023
Jennifer Johnson, the strings teacher and orchestra director at Liberty Middle School and Patrick Henry High School, has been awarded the Music Education Mentor Award from the Virginia Strings Teacher Association.
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Five Hanover Educators Honored for Teaching Excellence
11/14/2023
Four Hanover County Public Schools teachers have received the 2023 R.E.B. Awards for Teaching Excellence and another teacher was a finalist for the esteemed award, which recognizes them as outstanding teachers who demonstrate a sincere passion for teaching while also serving as mentors, coaches, and champions for their students.
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New $3,000 Incentive for New HCPS Bus Drivers
10/02/2023
We are excited to share that we are now offering a new $3,000 sign-on incentive for new bus drivers!
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BPES Replacement and BES Renovation Projects
09/28/2023
We hope you are well. We are writing today to share with you an important update regarding the replacement of Battlefield Park Elementary School and the renovation of Beaverdam Elementary School.
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Brag On A Bus Driver
09/20/2023
We hope you have had a wonderful first month of the school year! We write today to share with you an exciting way for you to highlight a bus driver or member of our transportation team.
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All Hanover County Public Schools Achieve Full State Accreditation
09/08/2023
HCPS students continue to achieve at the highest levels in Virginia – graduating and passing state exams at rates that exceed their statewide peers – according to new data from the Virginia Department of Education.
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Three Hanover Schools Earn National PTA Award
08/17/2023
Beaverdam Elementary School, Chickahominy Middle School, and Pole Green Elementary School have been named as 2022-2024 National PTA Schools of Excellence.
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Atlee High School Repeats as Patriotic Field Design Winners in National Contest
08/14/2023
Atlee High School once again has the top patriotic field design in the United States, a national competition has determined.
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School Board Approves Name for Consolidated Elementary School
05/10/2023
The Hanover County School Board has approved a name for the consolidated Henry Clay and John M. Gandy elementary school.
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2023-29 Comprehensive Plan Update
04/13/2023
Updates regarding the development of the 2023-29 Comprehensive Plan.
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HCPS Breaks Ground on Elementary School
12/13/2022
We have broken ground on the consolidated Henry Clay and John M. Gandy elementary school, the first school constructed in Hanover County since Laurel Meadow Elementary School opened in 2008.
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HCPS Launches Unique Program to Support Provisional Teachers
09/28/2022
Hanover County Public School has launched a first-of-its-kind program to support educators with provisional teaching licenses. This is the first professional studies alternate route to licensure program offered by a school division in Virginia.
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2021-22 Innovator of the Year
04/15/2022
Amanda McDaniel, the mass communications, TV production, and IB film teacher at Mechanicsville High School, has been named the 2021-2022 Hanover County Public Schools Innovator of the Year.
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