Chesterfield County Public Schools (CCPS) has announced the resignation of Dorothy Heffron from the Chesterfield County School Board, effective December 31, 2025. The board has accepted her resignation.
According to CCPS, the Chesterfield County School Board will initiate the process to appoint an interim representative for the Clover Hill District until a special election can be conducted to fill the remainder of Heffron’s term, which extends through December 31, 2027. The board also addressed recent threats received by Heffron, her family, and others in the school division who commented on social media. The board stressed that such threats of violence are unacceptable.
The board noted the current politically charged environment and emphasized the importance of civil discourse. It highlighted using language to build trust and model respectful behavior for students. The board reaffirmed its commitment to governance, educating nearly 65,000 students, supporting staff and families, and maintaining a productive and safe learning environment across Chesterfield County Public Schools.
The Chesterfield County School Board governs Chesterfield County Public Schools by overseeing policy decisions, budget approval, superintendent hiring and evaluation, and appeals related to discipline and grievances. The board consists of one member from each of the county’s five magisterial districts, serving four-year terms that currently expire on December 31, 2027. It elects a chair and vice chair each January. Meetings are held at the Public Meeting Room on Iron Bridge Road and are broadcast on local channels as well as livestreamed online. The board provides access to policies, meeting materials, and public participation information.
Chesterfield County Public Schools serves over 64,000 students across 67 schools with a $1 billion budget and full accreditation. It reports a 91% on-time graduation rate with approximately 4,700 graduates annually receiving millions in scholarship awards. The district includes seven National Blue Ribbon Schools, eight National ESEA Distinguished Schools, multiple Middle Schools to Watch, and 17 Virginia Index of Performance awardees. Governed by a five-member School Board, CCPS follows the strategic plan “Imagine Beyond Tomorrow” to promote lifelong learning, personal growth, and college- and career-ready graduates.
