Inclusive Schools Week

This week, Chesterfield County Public Schools joins school divisions across the country in celebration of Inclusive Schools Week.

The theme this year is Inclusive Technologies, which is in line with our school division’s focus on utilizing technology to enhance 21st century learning skills. Our employees and our schools continue to work diligently to foster an inclusive culture where all students, reflecting our rich diversity, are provided opportunities to learn 21st century skills and build relationships for a lifetime.

At the first Board meeting in January, members of our Exceptional Education team will be present to provide a look back at some of the activities that are scheduled to occur in our schools this week to celebrate inclusion.

Celebrating Student Success

Recently I had the opportunity to attend Hopkins Elementary's Success Night. This uplifting program began with a tribute to our veterans by the third-grade students, which was one of many school programs honoring our country’s heroes. Then, I was honored to be able to speak to the students about never taking their education for granted. I encouraged them to continue to excel in their studies, and congratulated them on their many outstanding achievements. I was very pleased to watch as the students were awarded for making honor roll, achieving goals on quarterly tests and outstanding attendance.

I am very proud of Hopkins Elementary, and I thank them for allowing me to spend an evening with them celebrating their successes. This is just one example of the student success occurring at all of our schools. Chesterfield schools consistently have high-achieving students who excel every day in their studies and personal commitments.