Announcements News Summary

Imagination Library Celebration ~ April 18, 2026

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:52:00 GMT

Courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of Botetourt, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library event is a celebration of literacy in Botetourt County! More than 1100 children have benefited from this collaborative partnership. Join us at Colonial Elementary School on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM for refreshments, games, reading time, and a presentation of certificates to those children who have 'graduated' from the program!

Vaccination Clinics: Spring 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:34:00 GMT

Information is being sent by the high schools to all families of current 11th grade students with information about immunization requirements for 12th grade. To assist our families, the BCPS Health Services Dept. has scheduled immunization clinics in April. Select 'Read more' for additional information:

Pathways to Progress Event ~ March 9, 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:57:00 GMT

The BCPS Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is hosting its annual event, Pathways to Progress. This is an excellent opportunity to discover education, career, therapy, and camp opportunities from local colleges, agencies, and providers serving students with special needs and their families.

School Social Work Week 2026

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:58:00 GMT

School social workers play a vital role in supporting students’ academic success, social-emotional growth, and overall well-being. This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate our outstanding school social workers: Sara Elliott, Brooke Newman, and Taylor Newcomb.

Community Survey: 2026 Strategic Direction Reset

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:54:00 GMT

Botetourt County Public Schools is working to reset its strategic direction, and we invite our community to help shape the future of our schools. This process will help identify priorities, guide decision-making, and ensure that our schools continue to provide meaningful opportunities for every student. Community feedback is a vital part of this effort.

February 25, 2026 - VDH Letter for Families

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:46:00 GMT

Please see the enclosed letter with important information for families from the Virginia Department of Health regarding healthy practices during respiratory illnesses season.

School Board Meeting Notice ~ March 12, 2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:56:00 GMT

Please see the enclosed notice for information regarding a regular school board meeting that will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM.

VA250 ~ Passport Program

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:51:00 GMT

The VA250 Passport Program celebrates 250 years of American independence and encourages students and families to explore historic places across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Participants visit museums, parks, historic landmarks, and cultural sites to discover Virginia’s story, one stop at a time.