Henrico Schools' annual Back-to-School Kickoff event scheduled July 31

Henrico County Public Schools will host its annual Back-to-School Kickoff event Thursday, July 31 at the Henrico Sports and Events Center. The event is designed to get students excited for the first day of school on Aug. 18.

The free divisionwide event will include:

• basketball, futsal (indoor soccer) and kickball tournaments (sign up by July 23 at hoopitup.com/henricocounty);

• “Kids’ Zone” games and activities;

• a DJ and live performances;

• free backpacks, school supplies and other giveaways (while supplies last);

• a vaccination clinic;

• opportunities to meet and talk with school leaders and other staff members from throughout the division;

• resources to prepare students and families for the 2025-26 school year.

The popular 3-on-3 Hoop It Up basketball tournament returns for HCPS students from third grade through 12th grade, and, for the first time, students can sign up to play futsal and kickball. 

Teams must register to play these sports by Wednesday, July 23.

Players can compete in multiple sports, but registration will not be offered the day of the event. Space is limited based on grade level. More details about tournament schedules, transportation options and vaccinations will be announced later in the month.

The Back-to-School Kickoff is hosted by HCPS’ Division of Family and Community Engagement.

Donations of backpacks and school supplies are being accepted for distribution at the event. If you’d like to donate or have questions about the event, email face@henrico.k12.va.us.