Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) has issued a reminder for students and families to review expectations regarding student conduct on school grounds. This includes rules for cell phone and device use, as well as information about school-issued Student Smart ID Cards provided during the first week of school.
According to HCPS, starting in the 2025-26 school year, students will not be permitted to use cell phones or personal devices during the school day. Middle and high school students are required to store their phones in classroom storage devices, while all students must keep devices out of sight during class changes and lunch periods. Exceptions are made for health monitoring or approved assistive technology. Violations may lead to warnings, confiscation, parent contact, or further disciplinary actions as outlined in the 2025-26 Code of Student Conduct, which is available in both English and Spanish.
All students must wear their Student Smart ID Cards daily. These IDs facilitate bus transportation, attendance tracking, meal purchases, and library checkouts. Families are encouraged to ensure that students bring their IDs every day to avoid delays and disruptions, including when boarding buses. Bus routes and schedules for the 2025-26 school year can be accessed through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. The Edulog Bus App offers real-time updates and notifications from the HCPS Transportation Department.
HCPS also advises families to update their ParentSquare contacts in PowerSchool by adding up to two additional guardians such as noncustodial parents, grandparents, or stepparents. This ensures that all designated contacts receive important school news and alerts about snow days, late buses, absences, low meal balances, and event notifications. Families can access resources like the school calendar, first-day-of-school signs, and Smart ID guidance to help students start the year prepared and compliant with all school expectations.
Henrico County Public Schools serves over 330,000 residents across Henrico County, Virginia. It operates 74 schools and program centers reflecting the county’s geographic and social diversity. The division is recognized for academic excellence and innovative programs guided by its strategic plan “Journey to 2030,” which emphasizes academic achievement, supportive learning environments, student health, and staff development. HCPS aims to empower every learner through engaging experiences that prepare them for future careers and personal growth under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Amy E. Cashwell and a five-member elected School Board representing the county’s magisterial districts.
