Boom in English-learner population prompts Henrico Schools to expand staffing and newcomer programs • VDOT pre-treating roads in advance of anticipated winter weather
Henrico Newsflash – Jan. 5, 2023
Boom in English-learner population prompts Henrico Schools to expand staffing and newcomer programs
Henrico County’s English-learner population is “exponentially growing,” Henrico Schools officials said recently, and division leaders are trying to quickly increase the number of ESL staff to accommodate the influx.
During the past five years, 1,866 new students identified as English-learners – students who demonstrate difficulty in achieving standard English proficiency – have joined HCPS, but only 33 new ESL (also referred to as Language Instruction Education Program, or LIEP) teachers have been hired. Click here to read more
VDOT pre-treating Metro Richmond roads in advance of anticipated winter weather
The Virginia Department of Transportation will begin pre-treatment operations in parts of Richmond, Goochland, and Henrico counties ahead of the potential winter weather expected over the weekend. Click here to read more
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