2025-12-02 Packet
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY
CHESTERFIELD, VIRGINIA 23832
AGENDA
December 2, 2025
BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
JIM A. INGLE
CHAIR
BERMUDA DISTRICT
MARK S. MILLER, Ph.D.
VICE CHAIR
MIDLOTHIAN DISTRICT
JESSICA L. SCHNEIDER
CLOVER HILL DISTRICT
LeQUAN M. HYLTON, Ph.D.
DALE DISTRICT
KEVIN P. CARROLL
MATOACA DISTRICT
JOSEPH P. CASEY, Ph.D.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
8:30 a.m. - Beulah Recreation Complex, 6901 Hopkins Road
1. Networking Welcome
2. Call to Order
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Welcome Remarks
5. County and Schools Legislative Program Review
A. Presentation and Handouts
6. Roundtable Discussion - County/School Board Members and Delegation Members
7. Adjournment
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LEGISLATIVEJOINTDEC. 2, 2025CHESTERFIELD’S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS & SCHOOL BOARDBREAKFASTPage 2 of 40
CHESTERFIELD’S 2026 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OVERVIEWGUIDING PRINCIPLES•Provide quality education and public safety•Promote quality of life to enrich our community•Preserve local autonomy•Support Blueprint Chesterfield’s strategic framework•K-12 Education•Public Safety•Local Authority•Infrastructure•Economic Development•Technology•Housing•Health and Human Services•Unfunded Mandates/Costs Shifts (Local, State-Responsible Services)LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIESPage 3 of 40
ReadinessConnectivityHEADLINED BY TRANSPORTATION AND WATER/WASTEWATER SERVICES...INFRASTRUCTURE IS CRITICAL TO OUR SUCCESSLinking people, jobs, services, and opportunityPreparing sites, corridors, and systems for growthEnsuring safe, efficient and resilient infrastructure systems ReliabilityPage 4 of 40
PRIORITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTSCRITICAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR GROWTH, MOBILITY, RESILENCY AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITYProject:Powhite Pkwy ExtensionProject:I-95/Willis Rd InterchangeProject:4th Water SourceCurrently in NEPA review, expected completion by Summer 2026; promote better connectivity for economic opportunity and traffic relief Legislative Request:Prioritize project and funding Initial review underway; seeking federal funding; critical gateway to James River Industrial CenterLegislative Request:Prioritize project and funding Currently awaiting ACOE permit approval for the new treatment plantLegislative Request:Support for streamlined application and permitting activitiesPage 5 of 40
•Road project funding is dynamic and complicated •Further complicated by an ever-changing state funding environment•Proven success with Revenue Sharing; restore maxing-out dollar-for-dollar investment•Leveraging funding for competitive advantageTRANSPORTATION FUNDING INSIGHTS & OPPORTUNITYWHEN THE COMMONWEALTH INVESTS IN CHESTERFIELD, WE DELIVER A RETURNPage 6 of 40
INFRASTRUCTURE DRIVES COMPETITIVENESSQuality of Life•High-performing schools•Diverse housing & vibrant neighborhoods•Exceptional community amenities•Skilled & ready workforceInvestment happens where communities are ready, not where readiness is promisedEconomic Vitality•Robust business attraction•Competitive advantage•Business-ready sites•Prudent financial practices•Strategic investment•Prioritized, phased implementationFiscal StrengthPublic Safety & Security•Improved response times•Safer roads•Enhanced community confidencePage 7 of 40
VALUED LEGISLATIVE PARTNERSHIP & FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES•Appreciation: Gratitude for continued progress on K-12 education funding; ongoing support for Chesterfield’s economic momentum•Advocacy:Help us expand our reach with continued support for our legislative priorities •Efficiency:Promote streamlined permitting, approvals and regulatory pathways to reduce delays and expedite reviews•Collaborate: Partner with us early on policy, planning and cross-functional opportunities; we have resources to helpPage 8 of 40
LEGISLATIVEJOINTDEC. 2, 2025CHESTERFIELD’S BOARD OF SUPERVISORS & SCHOOL BOARDBREAKFASTPage 9 of 40
2026 Legislative Priorities
K -1 2 E d u c a t i o n
C o n t i n u e t o a d v a n c e J L A R C r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s , t o
i n c l u d e s t a t e o v e r h a u l o f f u n d i n g m e t h o d o l o g y
S u p p o r t e x p a n s i o n f o r l o c a l o p t i o n s a l e s t a x f o r
s c h o o l c a p i t a l m a i n t e n a n c e a n d c o n s t r u c t i o n
P u b l i c S a f e t y
S u p p o r t u s e o f t e c h n o l o g y t o e n h a n c e
c o m m u n i t y /p u b l i c s a f e t y a n d s e c u r i t y
S u p p o r t o p t i o n s t o e n h a n c e j a i l o p e r a t i o n s ; ‘b a s i c
j a i l e r ’ p o s i t i o n , m a g i s t r a t e o v e r s i g h t
S u p p o r t f u l l y f u n d i n g ‘5 9 9 ’ s t a t e a i d t o l o c a l i t i e s
w i t h p o l i c e a s e s t a b l i s h e d i n t h e C o d e o f V i r g i n i a
§9 .1 -1 6 5 , e t s e q .
L o c a l A u t h o r i t y
O p p o s e l i m i t a t i o n o r c a p o n l o c a l l a n d u s e a u t h o r i t y
O p p o s e e l i m i n a t i o n , l i m i t a t i o n , o r c a p o n a b i l i t y t o
m a i n t a i n l o c a l r e v e n u e s , i n c l u d i n g r e m o v a l o f
b u d g e t l a n g u a g e t h a t m o d i f i e s t h e d i s t r i b u t i o n
b e t w e e n t h e C o m m o n w e a l t h a n d l o c a l i t i e s o f
e x c e s s f e e s c o l l e c t e d b y t h e c l e r k s o f t h e c i r c u i t
c o u r t s a s p r o v i d e d f o r i n V a . C o d e § 1 7 .1 -2 8 5
S u p p o r t o p t i o n t o o f f e r e n h a n c e d V R S b e n e f i t s t o
o t h e r c r i t i c a l p u b l i c s a f e t y w o r k e r s (9 1 1 d i s p a t c h e r s ,
j u v e n i l e d e t e n t i o n o f f i c e r s , a n i m a l s e r v i c e o f f i c e r s )
I n f r a s t r u c t u r e
S u p p o r t f u n d i n g f o r s e c o n d a r y r o a d m a i n t e n a n c e
o n V D O T m a i n t a i n e d r i g h t s -o f -w a y
O p p o s e s t a t e -m a n d a t e d e x e m p t i o n s t o l o c a l o p t i o n
s a l e s t a x
S u p p o r t f u n d i n g f o r t h e F a l l L i n e T r a i l , s o u t h e r n
s e c t i o n p r i o r i t y
C H E S T E R F I E L D C O U N T Y2026 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM
Chesterfield's Guiding Principles
P r o v i d e q u a l i t y e d u c a t i o n a n d p u b l i c s a f e t y
P r o m o t e q u a l i t y o f l i f e t o e n r i c h o u r c o m m u n i t y
P r e s e r v e l o c a l a u t o n o m y
S u p p o r t B l u e p r i n t C h e s t e r f i e l d 's S t r a t e g i c F r a m e w o r k
E v e r y d a y E x c e l l e n c e
S a f e & S e c u r e C o m m u n i t y
R o b u s t E c o n o m y
H e a l t h y L i v i n g & W e l l -b e i n g
T h r i v i n g C o m m u n i t i e s
L e a r n i n g f o r a L i f e t i m e
w w w .c h e s t e r f i e l d .g o v /l e g i s l a t i v e
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I n f r a s t r u c t u r e S u p p o r t t o p r i o r i t i z e p r o j e c t a n d f u n d i n g f o r t h e
P o w h i t e P a r k w a y E x t e n s i o n ; 9 5 /W i l i s I n t e r c h a n g e ;
2 9 5 /M e a d o w v i l l e I n t e r c h a n g e
S u p p o r t a l t e r n a t i v e o p t i o n s t o a d d r e s s
i n f r a s t r u c t u r e f o r s c h o o l s , r o a d s , a n d o t h e r p u b l i c
f a c i l i t i e s
U n f u n d e d M a n d a t e s /C o s t s S h i f t s
(L o c a l , S t a t e -R e s p o n s i b l e S e r v i c e s )
S u p p o r t m a r k e t -b a s e d s a l a r i e s f o r a l l s t a t e
e m p l o y e e s w o r k i n g i n C h e s t e r f i e l d C o u n t y ,
i n c l u d i n g J u v e n i l e & D o m e s t i c D i s t r i c t C o u r t C l e r k s ,
G e n e r a l D i s t r i c t C o u r t C l e r k s , a n d P u b l i c D e f e n d e r s ’
O f f i c e
S u p p o r t a c o m p r e h e n s i v e a n a l y s i s t o m o d e r n i z e
s t a f f i n g s t a n d a r d s a n d s t a t e s h a r e o f m a r k e t -b a s e d
s a l a r i e s a c r o s s a l l C o n s t i t u t i o n a l O f f i c e s f o r t h e i r
c o u n t y e m p l o y e e s
O p p o s e u n f u n d e d s t a t e m a n d a t e s
E c o n o m i c D e v e l o p m e n t
S u p p o r t b u s i n e s s s i t e r e a d i n e s s i n i t i a t i v e s ,
i n c l u d i n g i n f r a s t r u c t u r e f u n d i n g a n d s t r e a m l i n i n g
a p p l i c a t i o n a n d p e r m i t t i n g p r o c e s s e s , t o p r o m o t e
m a j o r e c o n o m i c d e v e l o p m e n t o p p o r t u n i t i e s
S u p p o r t p r o g r a m s a n d f u n d i n g f o r b u s i n e s s g r o w t h ,
n e w b u s i n e s s d e v e l o p m e n t , a n d c o n t i n u e d b u s i n e s s
i n v e s t m e n t
S u p p o r t p r o g r a m s a n d f u n d i n g t h a t i n v e s t a n d
p r o m o t e t o u r i s m i n t h e c o u n t y
T e c h n o l o g y
S u p p o r t p o l i c y a n d f u n d i n g t o a d v a n c e c y b e r
s e c u r i t y p r o t e c t i o n s a n d r i s k m i t i g a t i o n m e a s u r e s
a c r o s s t h e C o m m o n w e a l t h
H o u s i n g
S u p p o r t f o r a d d i t i o n a l S t a t e f u n d i n g a n d r e s o u r c e s
t o b o l s t e r l o c a l h o u s i n g o p t i o n s
S u p p o r t e n h a n c e d l o c a l z o n i n g a u t h o r i t y f o r
a n a l y z i n g a n d d e t e r m i n i n g l a n d u s e r e q u e s t s
H e a l t h a n d H u m a n S e r v i c e s
S u p p o r t a d d i t i o n a l f u n d i n g a n d p r o g r a m m a t i c
r e s o u r c e s f o r a d d r e s s i n g h e a l t h , w e l l -b e i n g a n d
r e c o v e r y s e r v i c e s , i n c l u d i n g m e n t a l
h e a l t h /b e h a v i o r a l h e a l t h s y s t e m r e s o u r c e s a n d
t h e r a p i e s f o r v e t e r a n s
A n y q u e s t i o n s a b o u t t h i s p r o g r a m s h o u l d b e
r e f e r r e d t o :
N a t a l i e S p i l l m a n
I n t e r g o v e r n m e n t a l R e l a t i o n s D i r e c t o r
(8 0 4 ) 7 2 1 -8 4 1 7
s p i l l m a n n @ c h e s t e r f i e l d .g o v
2026 Legislative Priorities Continued
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Advancing Mobility: Chesterfield County’s Unfunded Infrastructure Priorities
Funding Strategies Overview
To advance critical transportation projects, we use a range of
funding strategies that maximize impact and make the most of
available resources. These strategies create opportunities for
legislative support and partnership.
Key Approaches
• Fully funding a project enables immediate implementation and
avoids delays from phased or piecemeal funding.
• Leveraging funds improves a project’s competitiveness to
secure additional local, state, or federal funding.
• Advancing engineering and design moves projects through key
development phases and strengthens future funding readiness.
Powhite Parkway (Woolridge Road to Route 360) Extension - Phase II
• Estimate = $625M
I-95/Willis Road Interchange Improvements
• Estimate = $80M
Route 288 NB (Route 360-Powhite Parkway) Collector-Distributor Road
• Estimate = $300M
Route 288 SB (Powhite Parkway-Route 360) Collector-Distributor Road
• Estimate = $201M
Fall Line Trail
• Unfunded Estimate = $72.8M
• Funded sections shown in light green
Route 360 (Otterdale Road to Powhite Parkway Extension) Widening
• Estimate = $135M
Route 360 (Harbour Pointe Parkway - Duckridge Boulevard) High-Capacity Intersection Improvements
• Estimate = $99.1M
Route 150/Route 60 Interchange Improvements
• Estimate = $36.9M
Route 150/Route 360 Interchange Improvements
• Estimate = $41.6M
Route 150/Hopkins Road Interchange Improvements
• Estimate = $25.5M
Route 60 (Old Otterdale Road - N. Woolrdige Road) Corridor Enhancements
• Estimate = $52.6M
Route 10 (Jessup Road - Cogbill Road) Safety and Operational Improvements
• Estimate = $45M
Note: Cost estimates are preliminary and reflect current planning
efforts. Estimates will be refined as project development continues
and additional data becomes available.
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Pending Funding Requests
Date Funding Source Project Request
May
2025
Congressionally
Directed
Spending,
Community
Project Funding
Phase II - Preliminary
Engineering $8M
May
2025
Transportation
Partnership
Opportunity
Fund
Western Area Arterial
Collector [2-lane access
road within Phase II
ultimate alignment]
$35M
July
2025
Central Virginia
Transportation
Authority –
Regional Funds
Segment from
Woolridge Road to
Genito Road [2-lane
road, shared use path,
includes grading for a
future 4-lane road]
$198M
*Seeking
funds to
leverage in
future Smart
Scale [Round
7] application
July
2025
Central Virginia
Transportation
Authority –
Regional Funds
Phase II - Preliminary
Engineering $10M
Powhatan County
Amelia County
City of
Richmond
Henrico County
City of
Hopewell
Colonial
Heights
City of
PetersburgDinwiddie County
360
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288
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PROGRESS REPORT • NOVEMBER 2025
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Nov. 26, 2025
The Honorable L. Louise Lucas
Chair, Senate Finance
and Appropriations Committee
Virginia General Assembly
General Assembly Building, Room 1404
201 N. Ninth St., Richmond, VA 23219
The Honorable Luke E. Torian
Chair, House Appropriations Committee
Virginia General Assembly
General Assembly Building, Room 1223
201 N. Ninth St., Richmond, VA 23219
Dear Madam and Sir:
Chesterfield County Public Schools respectfully submits
this progress report in connection to language tied to
general fund appropriations:
“provided to Chesterfield County Public Schools to assist with
establishing a recovery high school as a year-round school
with enrollment open to any high school student residing in
Superintendent’s Region 1 who is in the early stages of recovery
from substance use disorder or dependency. Students in the
high school shall be provided academic, emotional, and social
support needed to progress toward earning a high school
diploma and reintegrating into a traditional high school setting.
Chesterfield County Public Schools shall submit a report
regarding the planning, implementation, and outcomes of the
recovery high school to the Chairs of the House Appropriations
Committee and Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee
by December 1 each year.”
This correspondence fulfills that reporting requirement.
Please contact us if you have any questions or require
additional information.
Respectfully,
Dr. John T. Murray
Superintendent
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Justin Savoy
Program Coordinator
Chesterfield Recovery Academy
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Overview
One step, one day, one success at a time: Chesterfield Recovery Academy is a year-round program serving
high school students from central Virginia who are recovering from substance abuse disorders. The program
opened in August 2022 as Virginia’s first recovery high school.
Chesterfield Recovery Academy students receive the academic, emotional and social support necessary
to complete their high school education. The program provides flexibility to allow students to participate
in internships or hold a job while enrolled. This structured system of support and preparation for the future
sets students on a path toward continued success.
During the 2024-25 school year, Chesterfield Recovery Academy solidified its role as a pioneer in adolescent
recovery education for the commonwealth. In its fourth year of operation, the program has met significant
goals set by administration and aims to be the vehicle of change for adolescents in Virginia public schools.
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Key achievements
in 2024-25 include:
Serving as the state model: The Association of Recovery
Schools selected Chesterfield Recovery Academy to provide
technical assistance and guidance to new Virginia recovery
schools, helping replicate its successful academic and
clinical model.
Leading statewide collaboration: The academy hosted
the first-ever Virginia recovery schools kickoff, bringing
together state agencies and community partners to build a
unified recovery network.
Achieving student success: The program reached a mile-
stone enrollment of 31 students and celebrated six high school
graduates, bringing the total to 19 graduates since 2022.
Developing replicable clinical tools: The clinical team is
developing a structured group counseling manual, intended for
use by other recovery high schools.
Student impact and outcomes
Graduation and academic achievement are at the forefront of
daily operations. The academic focus is dedicated to nurturing
the inner learner of all students.
Academic achievement
Two students achieved a perfect 600 score on their Standards
of Learning exams, demonstrating the success of the academy’s
individualized preparation model.
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Enrollment and graduation
The 2024-25 school year began with 18 students
from seven localities.
Over the course of the year, Chesterfield Recovery
Academy reached a milestone enrollment of 31 students
with eight localities represented.
The academy supported six seniors to high school
graduation during the 2024-25 school year.
Since 2022, the academy has served over 70 students
and celebrated 19 high school graduates.
Note on demographics: Because 25% of the student
population is Hispanic, the clinical team includes bilingual
professionals to provide culturally competent care.
Region 1 localities
Chesterfield Recovery Academy is open to students
in Region 1, which covers these 15 localities:
Charles City County, Chesterfield County, Colonial Heights,
Dinwiddie County, Goochland County, Hanover County,
Henrico County, Hopewell, New Kent County, Petersburg,
Powhatan County, Prince George County, Richmond,
Surry County and Sussex County.
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Virginia leadership and program replication
Over the past year, Chesterfield Recovery Academy demonstrated its ability
to lead and build strong recovery networks across the commonwealth.
National conference presentation: In June 2025, Program Coordinator
Justin Savoy presented at the national Association of Recovery in Higher
Education/Association of Recovery Schools/Association of Alternative
Peer Groups conference. His presentation focused on strategies for
operation, community building and lessons learned from Chesterfield
Recovery Academy’s first three years.
Virginia recovery schools kickoff: In July, the academy conducted
the first-ever Virginia recovery schools kickoff hosted by Brightpoint
Community College. Academy staff shared operational best practices
with new recovery schools, the Virginia Department of Education and the
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.
State-level technical assistance: The Association of Recovery
Schools selected Program Coordinator Justin Savoy to provide technical
assistance to Virginia’s new recovery schools opening in fall 2025. So that
these schools could build their models based on Chesterfield Recovery
Academy’s success, he provided guidance on school culture, academic
and clinical operations, and student recruitment.
Academic program update
The academic team remains stable with three personnel: two licensed
educators and one special education instructional assistant. This team
provides individualized approaches for students, many of whom have
complex dual diagnoses, in a safe, recovery-focused environment.
Curriculum: Students engage in a flexible, online curriculum leading to
standard or advanced high school diplomas, supported by a strategic
partnership with CCPSOnline.
Internal support: Chesterfield Recovery Academy enhanced its learning
model by having an academy educator serve as the teacher of record for all
English 9-12 courses, affording a more robust student-teacher relationship.
Plans are underway to expand this model to algebra and history courses.
SOL preparation: High-quality SOL preparation is offered internally
through individual and small-group direct instruction. This allows for
more targeted and individualized test preparation and remediation
than typical web-based resources.
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Clinical program update
The clinical program is a leader in recovery-focused education,
serving students from 15 localities. The mission is to support
students using both harm reduction and abstinence-based
recovery models, respecting each student’s personal journey.
Core services: A key approach is daily, clinician-led group
supportive counseling, which fosters peer connection and
critical reflection.
Student-centered approach: The academic and clinical
teams regularly adapt policies and curriculum — including
group curriculum and drug policy — in direct response to
student feedback.
Community partnerships: The school has forged strong
partnerships with organizations like Rams in Recovery
(collegiate recovery program) and Marti’s Neighborhood
(community mental health provider) to give students a
broader network of recovery resources.
Funding
The Chesterfield Recovery Academy was initially funded through
legislation approved in June 2022 by the Virginia General Assembly
and governor. Local funding now accounts for a third of the recovery
academy’s budget. In addition to support from Chesterfield County
Public Schools, the program receives assistance from health
agencies, local and state government programs and police and
legal agencies to help students navigate through recovery.
FY 2024-25
state funding: $500,000
local funding: $243,676
total budget: $743,676
Conclusion
Chesterfield Recovery Academy continues to pioneer the
path of recovery for adolescents in Virginia’s public schools.
Through a comprehensive and student-centered approach,
Chesterfield Recovery Academy provides a model for
how recovery high schools can combine clinical support,
educational excellence and community integration to foster
both academic achievement and personal transformation.
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Justin Savoy, Program Coordinator
13900 Hull Street Road, Midlothian, VA 23112
8 a.m.-4 p.m. office hours
recoveryacademy@ccpsnet.net
804-639-8722
oneccps.org/chesterfield-recovery-academy
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Legislative program2026Chesterfield County School Board
DRAFT
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AllmeansAll
All means all in Chesterfield County Public Schools, a student-centered
and award-winning school system where all students have meaningful
opportunities to succeed. The largest school district in central Virginia,
Chesterfield County Public Schools attracts families who want their
children educated in supportive, innovative schools. From its commitment
to academic innovation to the strong community partnerships that make
its vision succeed, Chesterfield County Public Schools is a pivotal force
within the region.
DRAFTDRAFT
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Through our strategic plan, Imagine Tomorrow, Team Chesterfield is creating classrooms
of the future that allow our students to reach even greater heights. Every day, our focus
remains the same: We work to provide amazing learning experiences in remarkable learning
environments while encouraging students and staff to exemplify personal responsibility and
supportive relationships. We are proud that Chesterfield County Public Schools continues to
be a leader in public education, and we are committed to providing all students with a safe,
supportive and nurturing learning environment. But Chesterfield County Public Schools —
and Virginia’s other public school systems — cannot do this alone. Many of the challenges
we face can be aided through a statewide legislative approach.
Chesterfield schools are preparing
students for successful futures.
100% of schools are accredited.
The on-time graduation rate was
91% for the class of 2024.
Chesterfield students earned
26,507 college credits while in
high school (2024-25).
Chesterfield students earned
over 9,100 credentials in
career and technical education
(2024-25).
Here is the good news
DRAFT
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Legislative principles
Ensure equitable, fair and unbiased access
to all resources and opportunities
Support allowing maximum discretion in
developing strategies for policy and budget
decisions that will reflect the diverse needs
of school divisions
Support flexibility or relaxation of certain mandates
Oppose any new statutory or regulatory
requirements that are not fully funded
Support a more accurate and timely benchmarking
process that accounts for real-time wage pressures,
inflationary changes and evolving staffing needs.
DRAFTDRAFT
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Legislative positions
Increase funding of K-12 education The Chesterfield County School Board supports
full funding of state education programs including
basic aid, prevailing instructional support
staffing levels and categorical funding, career
and technical education, as well as capital, school
construction/replacement and maintenance
support. Such funding is critical to provide an
education where students meet and exceed the
Standards of Learning. The Chesterfield County School Board supports
increasing public education’s share of the state
budget to support innovation, teacher salaries and
retirement costs, reduced class size and early
childhood programs. Enhanced funding should also
be provided for added supports that will reduce
student discipline problems, while also providing
funding for local and regional alternative education
programs so these programs are available as needed
for students. The Chesterfield County School Board supports
the creation of a more accurate and timely
benchmarking process that reflects current wage
pressures, inflation, and evolving staffing needs
within public education. The Chesterfield County School Board supports
increased funding for high-demand
industry-recognized credentials, course alignment,
standards and assessments, and increased dual
enrollment and articulation agreements for
postsecondary opportunities to strengthen CTE
programs, develop staff and prepare students for
the workforce.
Establish expectations
for future funding
The Chesterfield County School Board supports
funding priorities aligned with the Joint Legislative
Audit and Review Commission’s study (SJR 294)
on the true cost of education in Virginia.
The Virginia General Assembly (SJR 294) directed
JLARC to study the cost of education in Virginia and
make an accurate assessment of the costs of the
Standards of Quality.
Key findings included: Virginia school divisions receive less K-12 funding
per student than divisions in other states and
several key funding benchmarks Many of the Standards of Quality formula inputs
and assumptions lack a clear rationale and do not
reflect prevailing practice in school divisions SOQ formula does not adequately account for higher
needs students, regional labor costs and division size Local composite index used to apportion funding
obligations between the state and each locality is
a reasonably accurate measure of ability to pay Most states use a student-based K-12 funding
formula, which is simpler than Virginia’s complex
staffing-based formula
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If all recommendations are
implemented, JLARC estimates
$200 million to $300 million
in incremental funding to
Chesterfield County Public
Schools. While progress has been
made, important funding priorities
for Chesterfield County Public
Schools in the 2026 General
Assembly session include:
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The General Assembly may wish to consider
including language in the Appropriation Act
directing the Virginia Department of Education
to update the cost assumptions for school division
employee salaries used in the biennial Standards
of Quality re-benchmarking process to better
reflect current salaries paid by school divisions.
(JLARC Recommendation 5) The General Assembly may wish to consider
including language in the Appropriation Act
directing the Virginia Department of Education
to calculate salary and other Standards of Quality
formula cost assumptions using the division
average, rather than the linear weighted average.
(JLARC Recommendation 5) The General Assembly may wish to consider
amending the Code of Virginia and including
language in the Appropriation Act to replace the
current cost of competing adjustment with a
more accurate adjustment based on a Virginia
cost of labor index that better accounts for
differing labor costs across school divisions in
calculating compensation funding through the
Standards of Quality formula.
(JLARC Recommendation 12)
Invest in the workforce
The Chesterfield County School Board supports
efforts to attract, develop, pay and retain quality
teachers, especially in light of the current shortage
of qualified teachers. Compensation and benefits
should attract beginning teachers and encourage
teachers to stay in the profession over time. The Chesterfield County School Board supports
efforts to attract, develop, pay and retain quality
leaders (specifically principals), especially in light
of the commonwealth’s current shortage of
qualified leaders. Establishing opportunities for
leaders to grow in their profession and experience
leadership roles should also be provided. The Chesterfield County School Board supports
incentives for employment of qualified staff for
positions such as school bus drivers, maintenance,
custodial workers and food service staff.
Collaborate with Chesterfield County government
The Chesterfield County School Board has a strong
partnership with the Chesterfield County Board of
Supervisors in support of the respective legislative
agendas. The collaboration between the school
division and county government has led to
unprecedented opportunities to provide increased
services for Chesterfield County taxpayers.
Moreover, the Chesterfield County School Board
continues to strongly oppose unfunded mandates
and the additional shifting of state education costs
to localities.
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State support jump-started Virginia’s first recovery
high school, but sustaining the Chesterfield Recovery
Academy depends on additional funding. Local dollars
currently make up one-third of the budget to serve
students from 15 school divisions across central Virginia.
One step, one day, one success at a time: Chesterfield Recovery
Academy is a year-round program serving high school students
from central Virginia who are recovering from substance abuse
disorders. The program was initially funded through legislation approved
in June 2022 by the Virginia Assembly and Virginia’s governor. Local funding
now accounts for a third of the recovery academy’s budget.
Virginia’s first recovery high school, the program opened in August 2022.
Chesterfield Recovery Academy students receive the academic, emotional
and social support necessary to complete their high school education.
The program provides flexibility to allow students to participate in internships
or hold a job while enrolled. This structured system of support and preparation
for the future sets students on a path toward continued success.
In addition to support from Chesterfield County Public Schools, the program receives assistance from
health agencies, local and state government programs and police and legal agencies to help students
navigate through recovery.
FY 2024-25
state funding:
$500,000
local funding:
$243,676
total budget:
$743,676
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Virginia’s first recovery high school
Successes Chesterfield Recovery Academy opened in 2022-23
with five students and grew to 12 by the end of the
year. Of those students, four achieved diplomas;
others continued with the academy or returned
to home districts. At the beginning of the 2025-26
school year, 18 students representing seven localities
were enrolled in Chesterfield Recovery Academy. Chesterfield Recovery Academy has provided
services to over 70 students since it opened.
The highest enrollment so far is 31 students
representing eight localities. The maximum
possible enrollment is 50 students. During the 2023-24 school year, Chesterfield
Recovery Academy students achieved over 70
months of sobriety and participated in over
200 clinical/recovery groups and 1,500 individual
supportive counseling sessions.
School leaders and students presented during the
White House summit for youth in recovery. Chesterfield Recovery Academy won the Best Large
County Achievement Award in 2023 from the Vir-
ginia Association of Counties, a 2023 Achievement
Award from the National Association of Counties
and the 2024 VCU Rams in Recovery Community
Partner Award. Chesterfield Recovery Academy welcomed the first
lady of Virginia, Suzanne Youngkin, on Sept. 17, 2025.
She toured the facility, learned about the history
of the program and heard from a former student,
parent and community partner.
Focused on student support services
To help students continue to find their path forward, substance
abuse and mental health counselors are on staff in addition
to teachers and administrators. Chesterfield Recovery
Academy students have access to group and individual
counseling. A close-knit community of support helps students
navigate through recovery while working to achieve their
high school diploma.
Academics tailored to each student
Students attend school each day in person. Because students
enter Chesterfield Recovery Academy at different academic
levels, classes are conducted online to allow each student an
individualized, self-paced curriculum that meets their needs.
Students have access to all credits needed for graduation.
Enrollment
To be considered for enrollment, students must be substance
free for 20-30 days and have a willingness to participate in
the program. To ensure buy-in, students cannot be court
ordered or mandated to participate. Once enrolled, students
may remain in Chesterfield Recovery Academy through
graduation or may return to their home school when they
are ready to do so.
Chesterfield Recovery Academy is
open to students from Region 1
school divisions: Charles City County,
Chesterfield County, Colonial Heights,
Dinwiddie County, Goochland County,
Hanover County, Henrico County,
Hopewell, New Kent County,
Petersburg, Powhatan County,
Prince George County, Richmond,
Surry County and Sussex County.
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CCPS CTE | WBLUpdate
Katy Stokes
Coordinator WBL
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December 2, 2025
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WBL: Because You Can’t Be What You Can’t See
1.Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Chesterfield County
a.Where
■All Middle Schools, High Schools, and CCPSOnline
■Technical Centers @ Courthouse, Hull
b.What
■Business and Industry Aligned Curriculum
■High-Demand Industry Recognized Credentials
■Career and Technical Student Organizations
■Work-Based Learning (WBL)
2.Outside of CTE
a.All Levels (Elementary, Middle, and High Schools)
b.Any Field of Study Relevant to a Career Path ( e.g. Journalism, Chemistry)
c.Awareness, Exploration, Preparedness
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CTE in Chesterfield County
CCPS students learn and earn in all clusters/sectors (New Model 2026)
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Building and Moving -Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Supply Chain & Transportation
Cultivating Resources -Agriculture, Energy & Natural Resources
Caring for Communities -Education, Health Care & Human Services, Public Service & Safety
Investing in the Future -Financial Services
Creating & Experiencing -Arts, Entertainment & Design, Hospitality, Events & Tourism
Marketing, Management & Technology -Digital Technology, Management & Entrepreneurship,
Marketing & Sales
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CCPS Work-Based Learning
Work-Based Learning (WBL) is: a continuum of school-coordinated workplace
experiences that are related to students’ career goals and/or interests. WBL is
performed in partnership with local businesses and community organizations.
42025 Clover Hill Interns being lead by former
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Career
Fair/Day
Guest
Speaker
Workplace Tour
Informational
Interview
Job Shadowing
Supervised Agriculture
Experience
Externship
Entrepreneurship School-Based Enterprise
Mentorship
(under 140 hrs)Mentorship
(over 140 hrs)
Internship Clinical Experience
Cooperative
Education
Youth Registered
Apprenticeship
Career
Awareness
Career
Exploration
Career
Preparedness
29,175 -Awareness and Exploration
2,410-Preparedness
Service Learning
Wesley’s Path
CCPS Work-Based Learning
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Student and Employer Buy-In
7682020/21
11,803
2021/22
23,689
2022/23
28,036
2023/24
31,585
2024/25
Externships 5,920 hrs.
Service Learning 8,640 hrs.
Entrepreneurship 83 Businesses
School-Based
Enterprise 80,190 hrs.
Mentorship 11,060 hrs.
Internship 32,040 hrs.
Clinical Experiences 15,030 hrs.
Cooperative Education 6,160 hrs.
Youth Reg.
Apprentice 280 hrs.E X P E R I E N C E SC O M M I T M E N T P A R T N E R S1072020/21
251
2021/22
316
2022/23
532
2023/24
545
2024/25
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What Students Report After Graduation
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●CTE 4 Year Graduation Rate: 99.85%
●CTE Preparation Satisfaction: 94.42%
●Transition to School/Work/Military: 97.46%
○School Type: 61.07% 4-year; 33.13% 2-year
○Work Type: 32.34% Full Time; 33.59% Part Time
○Military: 2.68%
●School/Work Related to CTE Study: 82.16%
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CCPS CTE | WBLUpdate
Katy Stokes
Coordinator WBL
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December 2, 2025
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