Henrico Schools launches youth mental health program following increase in suicide-risk screenings • Henrico reports first confirmed case of rabies this year

Henrico Newsflash – March 12, 2024

Mar 12, 2024

Henrico Schools launches youth mental health program following increase in suicide-risk screenings

Henrico Schools and county leaders announced a new comprehensive mental healthcare plan for HCPS students and families at a public meeting March 8.

The Henrico CARES program will staff schools with more mental health professionals and better connect students and families to private or community mental healthcare providers. The initiative will help remove the barriers to accessing mental health services for the youth and families that desperately need help, according to Henrico Board of Supervisors Chairman Tyrone Nelson. Click here to read more

PUBLIC SAFETY COVERAGE

Henrico reports first confirmed case of rabies this year

A raccoon found March 10 in the Three Chopt District tested positive for rabies, and two dogs are being quarantined as a result, according to Henrico Police. It was the first confirmed case of rabies in the county this year. Click here to read more

EDUCATION COVERAGE

Freeman High School principal named REB Award-winner

COMMUNITY COVERAGE

41 acres of Civil War land in Varina protected from development

Virginia Museum of History and Culture seeks input about Virginia history

Nominate a teacher by March 31 for ‘Henrico’s Top Teachers’

In May, the Henrico Citizen will publish its 12th Henrico's Top Teachers issue, profiling 20 of the top teachers in Henrico County, from the preschool through high school levels. We encourage you to nominate one, or several, of the current teachers who have have made a difference in your life, or in the lives of your children, friends, brothers or sisters. Public and private school teachers are eligible to be nominated. To nominate a teacher (or teachers), please click here.

GENERAL ASSEMBLY COVERAGE