Henrico County Public Schools
Yay of the Day!
HCPS invites students, families, employees and members of the community to nominate HCPS staff members for the school division’s “Yay of the Day” honor. Recipients will be selected from nominees who:
Through actions big or small, have made someone’s day in a positive way.
Embody the core values expressed in Journey to 2030, the division's strategic plan — helping build a school community guided by student-focused decisions and an environment of belonging, collaboration, innovation and equity.
During the 2026-27 school year, 100 recipients will be recognized by Amy Cashwell, HCPS superintendent.
“Recognizing our employees and celebrating good work are moments we need to make happen more often,” said Cashwell. “Our more than 7,000 staff members do amazing things each and every day. This will be one small way to shine a light on their hard work and dedication.”
November 4, 2026
YAY CHENIA SIMS! Chenia Sims, a social worker at Harvie Elementary School and Holman Middle School, is today's Yay of the Day honoree! Superintendent Amy Cashwell honored her recently at
October 28, 2026
YAY ANDREA BRINKLEY! Andrea Brinkley, a school psychologist at Hungary Creek Middle School, Short Pump Middle School and Pemberton Elementary School, is today's Yay of the Day honoree!
October 26, 2026
YAY CARTER JONES! Carter Jones, an instructional assistant at Glen Allen High School, is today's Yay of the Day honoree! Superintendent Amy Cashwell honored him recently! YAYWORTHY: Nominator
October 23, 2026
YAY JENNIFER STRATTON! Jennifer Stratton, an HCPS bus driver, is today's Yay of the Day honoree! Superintendent Amy Cashwell honored her recently! YAYWORTHY: Nominator Jenny Haar said, "It