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Graphic for Henderson County Public Schools’ 2025 Wall of Honor, featuring the HCPS apple puzzle logo above a banner with the text "2025 Wall of Honor" over an American flag background. Graphic for Henderson County Public Schools’ 2025 Wall of Honor, featuring the HCPS apple puzzle logo above a banner with the text "2025 Wall of Honor" over an American flag background.

2025 Wall of Honor – Recognizing HCPS Veterans

In observance of  the 2025 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 SPC Keith Deese, West Henderson High SGT Phyllis […]

A group photo of 36 contestants in the Mr. WHHS pageant. Each student is striking a pose for a fun picture. They are all wearing matching purple shirts to fit the theme.

Get Ready to Boogie: West Henderson DECA Hosts the 4th Annual Mr. WHHS “Disco Fever” to Support Local Families

The spotlight will shine bright on Mr. WHHS: Disco Fever as the West Henderson High School DECA Chapter hosts its 4th Annual Mr. WHHS Pageant on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the West Henderson High School auditorium. This year’s groovy theme, Disco Fever, promises a night full of music, laughter, and heartfelt […]

Graphic with a dark gray background showing a smartphone screen displaying an incoming call from ‘"HCPS 828-435-3480." Text on the image reads "Stay Connected. Stay Informed." with a white phone icon and yellow lines indicating ringing. A red banner in the corner says ‘NEW.’

Important Update: New HCPS Notification Number

Good Evening, This is Mark Garrett, Superintendent of Henderson County Public Schools, with an important message for our community. Over the course of the first quarter, we’ve been monitoring our communication systems and identified that some families have not been receiving phone notifications. Since then, we’ve been working to understand and resolve the issue. While […]

A class of students circles a therapy dog and pets it.

Spirit Cove Kicks Off Annual Tour of Hope with Visit to Upward Elementary for World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day last week was a reminder of the importance of prioritizing emotional well-being and investing in good mental health for all. This year’s theme, “Access to services – mental health in catastrophes and emergencies,” highlighted how essential it is for people to protect and care for their mental health during times of […]

Molly Wright standing with Dr. John McDaris in front of a Rugby "R" mural in the hallway. Molly is holding flowers.

Molly Wright Named HCPS Outstanding Secondary Mathematics Teacher of the Year

Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) is proud to recognize Molly Wright, a Math AIG teacher at Rugby Middle School, as the HCPS Outstanding Secondary Mathematics Teacher of the Year. “Ms. Wright is an exceptional educator who enhances the outcomes of every person around her. She builds excellent relationships with her students and ensures they achieve […]

Two students playing violin while sitting in chairs in a music room during rehearsal.

Berrian All-County Orchestra Showcases Student Talent at Annual Fall Festival

Thanks to ongoing music education support from the Henderson County Education Foundation (HCEF), Henderson County Public Schools’ (HCPS) annual Berrian All-County Orchestra returns Saturday, Oct.18th in the Hendersonville High School gymnasium. The concert begins at 3 p.m. and orchestra students from East Henderson, Hendersonville, North Henderson, and West Henderson High Schools will showcase the excellence […]

A collage of five pictures from various groups at various manufacturing facilities. There is text that says "Manufacturing Day."

Partnership Hosts Industry Tours with HCPS for National Manufacturing Day

Henderson County, NC – In honor of National Manufacturing Day, The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development (HCPED), Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS), and four existing industries in Henderson County (Cummins, Elkamet, Jabil and UPM Raflatac) hosted facility tours for approximately 125 high school students this week. This event is sponsored by the Economic Investment […]

A collage celebrating Dr. Katelyn Davis as the 2025 Henderson County Public Schools Principal of the Year. One photo shows Dr. Davis smiling with her family in front of an Apple Valley Middle School Knights banner. Another shows students holding colorful handmade letters that spell out congratulations. A third photo shows Dr. Davis arriving on campus, smiling and waving as students line the drive to cheer for her. The Henderson County Public Schools logo and text read: “The 2025 HCPS Principal of the Year – Dr. Katelyn Davis.”

Keeping the Title in the Knight Family: Dr. Katelyn Davis Named 2025 Principal of the Year for Henderson County Public Schools

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – The title of Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) Principal of the Year is staying in the Knight family this year as Dr. Katelyn Davis, principal of Apple Valley Middle School, has been named the 2025 HCPS Principal of the Year. Last year’s recipient, Dr. John Shepard of North Henderson High School, passed […]

Annual Update Now Available

The Annual Update in your Campus Parent account (Infinite Campus) is now available! Beginning Monday, October 6th, completing the Annual Update will be required when logging into Campus Parent. This is our first year using the new Student Information System (Infinite Campus). Each fall, families will have the opportunity to review and update their information […]