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When students are healthy, they can do their best in the classroom. That’s why the partnership between the Henderson County Department of Public Health and Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) is so important. School nurses are employed by the Health Department and embedded in their school community. Henderson County is fortunate to have a school […]

On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the West Henderson High School (WHHS) DECA chapter hosted its 3rd Annual Mr. WHHS Pageant. This year’s event was a collaborative effort between Henderson, McDowell, and Watauga counties to raise funds for families affected by Hurricane Helene. The students set an ambitious goal of $30,000 and more than doubled it, […]

Connecting Kids with Nature and Community through Outdoor Learning Mountain Roots, Inc., a leading provider of outdoor education in Western North Carolina, is excited to announce its partnership with Henderson County Public Schools. Through its hands-on programs, Mountain Roots engages young people in experiential learning that connects them to nature, their community, and themselves. Henderson County […]

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Dec. 6, 2024)– Henderson County Public Schools and the Henderson County Education Foundation formally launched the Pathfinders Mentoring Program in August of 2024.  The mission of the program is to support students in grades 7-12 in their post-secondary pursuits. The program kicked off this school year with all 9th graders at East Henderson […]

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Dec. 2, 2024) – The third annual Mr. WHHS (West Henderson High School) Pageant will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the West Henderson High School auditorium. This year’s event is part of a larger, united effort by McDowell, Watauga, and West Henderson High Schools to raise funds […]

In observance of  the 2024 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 […]

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) is proud to announce that Ashley McVey, Media Specialist at Mills River Elementary, has been named the 2024 HCPS Media Specialist of the Year. This prestigious recognition highlights Ms. McVey’s dedication to fostering a love for learning and literature within her school community, her commitment to students […]

For the first time, the Mr. McDowell High School, Mr. Watauga High School, and Mr. West Henderson High School pageants are coming together to raise funds for families within our school communities who have been devastated by the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. 100% of your donations will go directly to meeting the specific needs of […]

Holly Miller, a Social Studies teacher at North Henderson High School, has been selected as the Henderson County Public Schools’ (HCPS) Beginning Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025. In just her first year of teaching, Ms. Miller has exhibited remarkable dedication, enthusiasm, and professionalism, making a lasting impact on her students and the school community. […]