What's New News Summary

2026-27 Transportation Information

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:27:00 GMT

Updates regarding transportation and the 2026-27 school year.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for Battlefield Park ES and Beaverdam ES

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:31:00 GMT

We will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for Battlefield Park Elementary School on Tuesday, August 18 from 2-4 p.m.! On Wednesday, August 19 from 2-4 p.m., we will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for Beaverdam Elementary School!

2026-27 First Day of School Reminder

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:06:00 GMT

Monday, August 24 is the first day of school for kindergarten, first grade, sixth grade, and ninth grade. All students will attend on Tuesday, August 25.

How to Complete Your Student’s Required Forms Online

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:43:00 GMT

The required back-to-school verification forms are available and ready to be completed online via the PowerSchool ParentPortal.

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Update

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Updates regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

Best Community for Music Education 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:22:00 GMT

The National Association of Music Merchants Foundation has named Hanover County Public Schools as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the 14th year in a row.

Data Incident Information - May 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 19:21:00 GMT

An important update regarding the data incident from March.

Free Meals for Summer 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 16:35:00 GMT

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.

Liberty Middle School Educator Honored as Beginning Teacher of the Year

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:55:00 GMT

Karina D'Estefano, a Spanish teacher at Liberty Middle School, has been named the 2025-26 Hanover County Public Schools Beginning Teacher of the Year.

Library Assistant Named HCPS Support Employee of the Year

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:39:00 GMT

Jessica Robertson, the library office assistant at Atlee High School and Chickahominy Middle School, has been selected as the 2025-26 Hanover County Public Schools Support Employee of the Year.

Public Input Sought on Textbook Adoption for K-5 Science and High School Environmental Science Course

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:22:00 GMT

We are seeking the public’s input on textbooks being considered for adoption for use during elementary science instruction and high school Environmental Science beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

Chickahominy MS Principal Receives R.E.B. Leadership Award

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:32:00 GMT

Mark Beckett, the principal at Chickahominy Middle School, is the Hanover County Public Schools winner of the 2025-26 R.E.B. Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership by The Community Foundation.

Kindergarten Enrollment 2026-27

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:22:00 GMT

We look forward to meeting the Class of 2039 this fall!

HCPS Breaks Ground on New Washington-Henry Elementary School

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:25:00 GMT

We broke ground on the new school building on Thursday, March 12.

Technology Update: March 2026

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:59:00 GMT

Updates regarding a possible data incident.

Afterschool Childcare Update for Elementary Schools

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:16:00 GMT

Beginning this fall, every elementary school will have an on-site afterschool childcare provider.

Battlefield Park Elementary School Teacher Named Teacher of the Year

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:29:00 GMT

Amber dePass, a fifth grade teacher at Battlefield Park Elementary School, has been named this year’s Hanover County Public Schools Teacher of the Year.

2026-27 School Calendar Update

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:11:00 GMT

Updates regarding the 2026-27 HCPS calendar.

Under New State System, HCPS Remains Leader in Academic Success

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:48:00 GMT

We are proud to share with you that our students continue to achieve at the highest levels in Virginia according to new ratings from the Virginia Department of Education.

Three Hanover Educators Honored for Teaching Excellence

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:46:00 GMT

Three Hanover County Public Schools teachers have received the 2025 R.E.B. Award for Teaching Excellence.

Patrick Henry High School Honored for Serving Military-Connected Students

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:47:00 GMT

Patrick Henry High School has once again been named one of the best schools in Virginia for students and families connected to our country’s military.

Be the “I” in Kind: Nominate Someone Today!

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:42:00 GMT

Continuing our focus on kindness, we are launching a social media campaign to celebrate the students and staff who inspire us all by putting kindness into action through their words and actions.

Free Naloxone Offer from Hanover County Community Services Board

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:50:00 GMT

Earlier this year, our valued partners with the CSB began a new, free program in which Hanover County residents 18 years and older can receive naloxone – a drug used to counter or temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid-related overdose – via mail at no charge.

2025-26 R.E.B. Leadership Award Nominations

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:34:00 GMT

The Community Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2025-26 R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership, which will result in a $30,000 grant for a Hanover County Public Schools principal.

Three Hanover Schools Earn National PTA Award

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:12:00 GMT

Beaverdam Elementary School (BES), Chickahominy Middle School (CMS), and Elmont Elementary School (EES) have been named as 2024-2026 National PTA Schools of Excellence.

Kindness and Bullying in HCPS

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:18:00 GMT

Throughout the 2025-26 school year, kindness will be emphasized across all schools.

Boundary Adjustment Implementation Update: Plan Approved by School Board

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:42:00 GMT

An update regarding the boundary adjustment implementation plan.

Boundary Adjustment Update: School Board Approves Green Scenario

Wed, 14 May 2025 18:57:00 GMT