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Where You Grow Matters – HCPS Launches Kindergarten Registration for the Class of 2037

Posted on 01/31/2024

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2024) – Feb. 1 will be an exciting day for the future Class of 2037 and their families. On Thursday, Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) will open online kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year. As the user-friendly online enrollment form goes live and begins accepting registrations on Feb. 1, the […]

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Important Reminders to Stay Connected for the HCPS Family

Posted on 01/10/2024

As we still have several more weeks of winter chill, we want to make sure you stay informed about any potential weather-related changes affecting school schedules. Here’s where you can find the latest updates: HCPS Website: Visit HCPSNC.org for real-time announcements and information. Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@HCPSNC) for quick updates […]

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Henderson County Public Schools Bridges Past and Present with Special ‘Class of’ T-Shirt Presentation

Posted on 12/14/2023

12 Years Later – A Belated Gift to the Class of 2024 HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. Dec. 14, 2023 – On the surface, it might not seem like a big deal, but to Henderson County Public Schools, a commemorative “Class of” T-shirt can be a cherished memory of a student’s school journey. For decades, HCPS, along with […]

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North Henderson High School Student, Citlally, Secures $3,000 Scholarship as Winner of Optimum and TelevisaUnivision Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest

Posted on 12/12/2023

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Dec. 12, 2023) – Henderson County Public Schools is proud to announce that one of our students is a Grand Prize Winner of the 2023 Optimum and TelevisaUnivision Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest. Citlally, an eleventh-grade student at North Henderson High School, received a $3,000 cash scholarship for writing an essay in 500 […]

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Henderson County Public Schools Kick Off 30th Anniversary Celebration

Posted on 11/28/2023

HENDERSONVILLE, NC, November 28, 2023 — Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) announces the “Celebrating 30 Years TOGETHER” campaign and logo today, as the district commemorates its 30th Anniversary of the merger that established today’s thriving HCPS family. “Celebrating 30 Years TOGETHER” honors the collaborative work within HCPS that has propelled it to be one of […]

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The Wild West: Mr. WHHS Pageant Raises Over $21,000 to Support Local Families

Posted on 11/17/2023

On Saturday, November 4, 2023, the West Henderson High School DECA chapter hosted their second annual Mr. WHHS Pageant. The pageant was held in honor of the Mauro Perez, Ashley Trowbridge, and Brandi Ferguson families. Students set a goal to raise $12,000 and far exceeded their goal by raising a total of $21,647.34. The 29 […]

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2023 Wall of Honor: Recognizing HCPS Veterans

Posted on 11/02/2023

In observance of  the 2023 Veterans’ History Awareness Month in North Carolina, Henderson County Public Schools honors the staff members in our HCPS Family who have served our country in the military, and who continue to serve the students and families of our community. United States Army SGT Keith Deese, West Henderson High SGT Phyllis […]

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Wild with Compassion: Students from West Henderson High to Host Second All-Male Pageant to Aid Local Families in Need

Posted on 10/30/2023

→Buy Tickets Online  HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 30, 2023) – Building on the success of last school year’s all-male pageant to support families in need from Henderson County Public Schools, West Henderson High School will hold its second annual Mr. WHHS Pageant on Nov. 4th. Hosted by the West Henderson High School DECA Chapter, this year’s […]

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A Day in the Life of the Child Nutrition Department: Elementary Edition

Posted on 10/13/2023

Introduction: Step into the Mills River Elementary School cafeteria, where Ms. Staci, Ms. Chantel, Ms. Rita, and Ms. Kristine, work tirelessly to ensure every student has a great experience with food. From breakfast to lunchtime, Henderson County Public Schools is proud to showcase the dedication, care, and extra-mile that all of our child nutrition teams […]