Chesterfield County Public Schools
Former Chesterfield Teacher Sentenced to 565 Years for Child Abuse
Former Chesterfield teacher Richard Franklin Troshak III was sentenced Aug. 31 to 565 years in prison for 27 counts of child sexual abuse involving minors in his care.
Chesterfield Schools Modify Laptop Distribution Policy
Chesterfield County schools are ending take-home Chromebook access for kindergarten through second grade students, citing research on screen time and reversing a pandemic-era policy.
Monacan upperclassmen share advice with incoming freshmen
Monacan High School upperclassmen offer guidance to help freshmen transition to their new school.
Chesterfield Schools Say They Need $850M Over Next Decade
Chesterfield County Public Schools released a capital needs assessment identifying $850 million in required facility improvements over the next decade, with the district seeking voter approval of a 1% sales tax increase in November to help fund the work.
Chesterfield Classroom Wall Preserves Nearly a Decade of Student Memories
Brooke Vaughan's classroom wall at Matoaca High School preserves a nearly decade-long archive of student photographs, transforming an offhand joke into a meaningful tradition that reinforces belonging and community.
Two New Elementary Schools Open in Chesterfield
Chesterfield County opened two new elementary schools - Deep Creek and Bensley - in early August 2026, both funded by the county's 2022 Bond Referendum.
Chesterfield Schools Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations
Chesterfield County Public Schools is accepting nominations through August 31 for its annual Hall of Fame, which honors former educators and community volunteers who made significant contributions to the school district.
Chesterfield County Airport Hosts 6th Annual School Supplies Drive
Chesterfield County Airport is hosting its annual school supplies drive to collect donations for local students preparing for the school year.
Chesterfield Schools Hand Out Free Books in El Librotazo Event
Chesterfield County Public Schools' free El Librotazo book party lets children select books to build home libraries with community support.
Chesterfield early childhood teacher acquitted in assault allegation
A Chesterfield County early childhood teacher was acquitted of assault charges after a boy bit her and she responded by kicking and grabbing his jaw, with the judge finding insufficient evidence of unreasonable force despite calling her verbal reaction "absolutely inappropriate."
West Ridge High School reaches construction milestone
Chesterfield County celebrated a major construction milestone at West Ridge High School on Duval Road, marking the progression toward the opening of the county's first new high school in over two decades.
Free Summer Lunches Come to Chesterfield Farmers Market
Chesterfield County Public Schools offers free lunches to children at the Farmers Market every Wednesday through August, combining nutrition support with educational activities about local food sources.
Chesterfield Schools Celebrate Class of 2026 Graduations
Chesterfield County Public Schools celebrated the Class of 2026 with graduation ceremonies held across ten high schools in May 2026, with livestreamed access allowing families to witness the milestone despite capacity limits.
Chesterfield Parents Push Schools to Cut Screen Time
A growing movement of more than 2,500 parents across Central Virginia is pushing Chesterfield County Public Schools to reduce classroom screen time and shift back toward paper-based instruction for younger students.
School Board Honors Outstanding Bus Drivers
Chesterfield County Public Schools Board of Education honored bus drivers for excellence in safety and service at its June 2, 2026 meeting.
School Board Meeting Materials Now Available Online
Chesterfield County Public Schools now makes School Board meeting materials, indexed videos, and comprehensive information available online through a centralized portal for public access.
Parent pushes to add Diwali as school holiday
A Chesterfield County parent has launched a campaign to add Diwali as an official school holiday, arguing the recognition is needed for educational equity as neighboring districts already observe the Hindu festival.