LaQuana Wigfall, a family advocate with the FACE program at Harvie Elementary School, was recently recognized as the “Yay of the Day” honoree by Superintendent Amy Cashwell. The recognition took place at Harvie Elementary and highlighted Wigfall’s contributions to the school community.
Harvie Elementary principal Tonya Holmes nominated Wigfall for the honor. Holmes stated, “In just a few months, Mrs. Wigfall has demonstrated exceptional initiative, compassion and results-driven leadership. Mrs. Wigfall consistently goes above and beyond her responsibilities, working with empathy, professionalism and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child and family she serves. Her work has strengthened our school community, built meaningful relationships and ensured that our families feel seen, supported and valued.”
Holmes detailed some of Wigfall’s efforts over recent months: “Through her tireless outreach and coordination efforts, 62 Harvie families received Thanksgiving dinner boxes, ensuring that students experienced warmth, stability and connection during the holiday season. She also led the organization of our Angel Tree initiative, successfully identifying and supporting 69 students who received gifts and essential items; an effort that truly reflects our values of love, dignity and community care. Mrs. Wigfall’s impact extends far beyond seasonal support. She has secured several new community partnerships, expanding our network of resources and increasing access to services that directly benefit Harvie students. In addition, her collaboration with Feed More has provided weekend food backpacks for several of our most vulnerable students, helping to reduce food insecurity and support student well-being beyond the school day.”
Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS), which serves Henrico County adjacent to Richmond in Virginia https://www.henricoschools.us, has emphasized positive learning experiences through dedicated staff members in both educational and support roles https://www.henricoschools.us. The district is known for extending educational services throughout Henrico County https://www.henricoschools.us.
Superintendent Amy Cashwell leads HCPS https://www.henricoschools.us, where staff members are regularly recognized for their commitment to student success under the motto “The right to achieve. The support to succeed” https://www.henricoschools.us. The division also highlights teaching excellence through awards such as REB Awards for classroom performance https://www.henricoschools.us.
Wigfall’s recognition is part of an ongoing series by HCPS celebrating outstanding staff contributions.