Henrico’s high school dropout rate higher than state average, especially among Hispanic students; 7 new advocates join Henrico CASA
Henrico Newsflash – October 20, 2022
Henrico’s high school dropout rate higher than state average, especially among Hispanic students
Henrico’s high school dropout rate has trended slightly upwards in the past few years, even as Virginia’s dropout rate has trended slightly downwards as a whole, according to a presentation given during an Oct. 13 Henrico School Board work session.
The Henrico County high school dropout rate increased from 5.3% in 2018 to 7.5% in 2022, according to the presentation, whereas the state’s rate has gone from 5.5% to 5.2% during that same time.
7 new advocates join Henrico CASA
Henrico County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judge Sharon G. Jacobs officially swore in seven new court appointed special advocates, or CASAs, recently. The volunteers completed training and now will be supervised by Henrico CASA as they advocate for children involved in the child welfare and judicial system because of allegations of abuse or neglect.
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