The Henrico School Board Feb. 27 approved a proposed budget of nearly $1 billion for the 2026-2027 school year, which will be considered by the Henrico Board of Supervisors later this spring.
The $32-million proposed increase from last year’s budget would add more than 109 new staff positions to HCPS, a sharp contrast to budget proposals from neighboring divisions, with Richmond set to lay off 61 staff members and Hanover to cut several mental health positions.
“I’m so proud of [HCPS] that we’re adding positions,” said board vice-chair Ryan Young (Fairfield District). “We know some school divisions aren’t as fortunate as we are.”…