Live Henrico County Public Schools Work Session - September 10, 2026

The Henrico County Public Schools work session held on September 10, 2026, focused primarily on academic performance data and facilities management. The board reviewed student achievement trends, including Standards of Learning pass rates and subgroup performance, highlighting gains in reading, math, and science across various grade levels. Discussions emphasized targeted instructional strategies, professional learning, and support for diverse student groups such as English learners and students with disabilities. Additionally, a significant portion of the meeting addressed facilities operations, including a detailed update on the 10-year capital improvement plan, HVAC system maintenance, staffing challenges, and the implementation of a new joint preventative maintenance contract with multiple vendors. The board discussed efforts to improve communication, work order systems, and workforce recruitment and retention for skilled trades positions. Members also raised concerns about climate change impacts on school facilities and the need for equitable resource allocation. No specific contract awards or procurement approvals were recorded during the session, but the presentation outlined ongoing and planned capital projects and maintenance contracts. The meeting concluded with approval of consent agenda items and no new business.