2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 102
Commending Patrick Henry High School.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, February 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Patrick Henry High School in Ashland received the 2025–2026 Purple Star Designation as one of the best schools in Virginia for students and families connected to the United States Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Henry High School was selected for this award by the Virginia Department of Education's Military Student Support Process Action Team and the Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on the Educational Opportunity of Military Children in recognition of its military-friendly practices and a commitment to military students and families; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Henry High School is part of Hanover County Public Schools, which enrolls approximately 260 military-connected students; the superintendent of the school district, Dr. Lisa Pennycuff, and the members of the Hanover County School Board take great pride in supporting those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation; and
WHEREAS, Patrick Henry High School's ongoing efforts to meet the needs of military families truly reflects the heart of the community and demonstrates its shared commitment to honor military heroes and their families; and
WHEREAS, Chris Martinez, the principal of Patrick Henry High School, credits the innovative PHamily Advisory program with helping the school achieve this distinguished status; the program is designed to support students' academic and social needs and provides students with an opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and their peers; and