Henrico HEROES
Henrico HEROES
The Henrico HEROES program promotes quality mentoring for Henrico County Public Schools students. The program facilitates nurturing one-to-one relationships and community support. Henrico HEROES helps HCPS students develop their potential and make informed, responsible decisions as members of the community.
It is important that effective mentoring relationships be sustained consistently. The program seeks individuals interested in committing their time to grow with a student over one school year. The commitment of volunteer mentors enables Henrico HEROES to offer unique opportunities to HCPS students. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please follow the registration instructions below and encourage your colleagues and friends to join you in this effort. Questions? Please email us.
Participating Schools
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- Adams Elementary School
- Arthur Ashe Elementary School
- Baker Elementary School
- Donahoe Elementary School
- Dumbarton Elementary School
- Fair Oaks Elementary School
- Glen Lea Elementary School
- Harvie Elementary School
- Highland Springs Elementary School
- Holladay Elementary School
- Johnson Elementary School
- Laburnum Elementary School
- Lakeside Elementary School
- Longdale Elementary School
- Mehfoud Elementary School
- Montrose Elementary School
- Ratcliffe Elementary School
- Ridge Elementary School
- Sandston Elementary School
- Seven Pines Elementary School
- Springfield Park Elementary
- Varina Elementary School
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- Brookland Middle School
- Elko Middle School
- Fairfield Middle School
- Holman Middle School
- Hungary Creek Middle School
- Moody Middle School
- Pocahontas Middle School
- Quioccasin Middle School
- Short Pump Middle School
- Tuckahoe Middle School
- Wilder Middle School
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- Academy at Virginia Randolph
- Glen Allen High School
- Godwin High School
- Henrico High School
- Hermitage High School
- Highland Springs High School
- J.R. Tucker High School
- Varina High School
What is Henrico HEROES?
Helpers Engaged in Reaching Our Evolving Students connects HCPS students with mentors, building one-to-one relationships and increasing community support. The program has been helping youth develop their potential and become productive members of the community since 2009.
Who do HEROES serve?
The program serves HCPS students. Students deserve developmental support as they grow and build on their strengths. HEROES are matched with students of varying ages and grade levels.
Program Overview and Requirements
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Henrico HEROES mentors:
- Complete a two-hour program training session.
- Attend an opening event.
- Participate during October through May in a series of in-person events, including one 30-45 minute session each week.
- Attend a closing event and/or ceremony.
You do not need to be an HCPS staff member to participate. The program seeks mentors from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to helping encourage and support students during the school year.
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- Apply to become a mentor.
- Complete a background check.
- Attend a required mentor training session.
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Every moment a mentor spends with a student contributes to building a relationship with tremendous impact.
Mentoring enhances academic motivation and support and strengthens communication skills. Mentoring also improves students' school attendance, decision-making skills and outlook about the future.