Governor Ralph Northam and the Virginia Board of Education named four Hanover schools as recipients of the 2019 Board of Education Distinguished Achievement Award for advanced learning and achievement as part of the annual Virginia Index of Performance awards.
The following schools met or exceeded state and federal accountability standards and achieved excellence goals set by the governor and state board of education during the 2017–2018 school year.
- Atlee High School
- Kersey Creek Elementary School
- Pole Green Elementary School
- Rural Point Elementary School
“Our teachers, administrators, and staff are committed to providing our students with the most relevant, equitable, and innovative education possible. I am grateful for their efforts and proud of our students’ hard work and achievement that make earning awards such as this possible,” said Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent.