Campbell County Public Schools

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Parental Notifications

Campbell County Schools' instructional program centers on the Virginia Standards of Learning and assumes responsibility for assuring every child a sequential, balanced program of academic, civic and social, vocational and personal studies.

The primary instructional goals of Campbell County schools are to help students acquire the basic skills necessary for success in school and in life and work.

Required Notifications and Parent Resources

Campbell County Public Schools makes the following annual notifications, policies, forms, and parent resources available to families. Please use the sections below to locate important information related to student rights, school policies, enrollment, assessments, safety, and required public notices.

Parental Rights and Legal Requirements
Division Policies and Handbooks
Enrollment, Graduation, and Course Information
Division Reports and Plans
Forms and Applications
Assessment Information and Title I Notices

Testing Transparency and Opt Out

At the beginning of each school year, school divisions that receive Title I funds must notify the parents of each student attending any school receiving Title I funds that the parents may request, and the division will provide promptly, information regarding any state or division policy regarding student participation in any assessments mandated by 20 U.S.C. § 6311(b)(2) and by the state or division, which must include a policy, procedure, or parental right to opt the child out of such assessment, where applicable. 20 U.S.C. § 6312(e)(2)(A).

On December 10, 2015, the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015, ESSA, was signed into law. Section 1112(e)(2) of ESSA states that parents of students in Title I schools have a right to know about state or division policies regarding student participation in any assessments mandated by ESSA, including any policy, procedure, or parental right to opt students out of such assessments.

If you would like to receive information about this topic, please contact your child’s building-level principal, either by phone or in writing.

PPRA: Student Rights

Notification of Rights Under the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment, PPRA

PPRA affords parents of elementary and secondary students certain rights regarding the conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams.

These include, but are not limited to, the right to consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or more protected areas if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education.

Parents also have the right to receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of certain protected information surveys, certain non-emergency invasive physical exams or screenings, and activities involving the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information collected from students for marketing or distribution.

Parents may also inspect, upon request and before administration or use, protected information surveys, surveys created by a third party, instruments used to collect personal information from students for marketing or distribution, and instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum.

These rights transfer from the parents to a student who is 18 years old or an emancipated minor under state law.

Parents who believe their rights have been violated may file a complaint with:

Student Privacy Policy Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202

Learn more about PPRA, U.S. Department of Education

Annual Parental Notification: Safe Storage of Firearms and Prescription Drugs

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As a part of our ongoing commitment to student health, safety, and academic success, Campbell County Public Schools is partnering with families to promote secure home environments. In accordance with Virginia law and the guidelines provided by the Virginia School Boards Association, VSBA, we are sharing vital information regarding the secure storage of prescription drugs and firearms.

The Importance of Secure Storage

Unintentional shootings, injuries, and tragic incidents involving youth are frequently tied to unsecured firearms and easily accessible medications in the home. Implementing secure storage practices prevents tragedies, ensures compliance with state laws, and creates a safer community for our students.

Prescription Drug Safety

Prescription and over-the-counter medications that are no longer needed, expired, or improperly stored can be highly dangerous to children and teenagers.

  • Lock it up: Store all medications in a locked cabinet, box, or secure container.
  • Dispose of properly: Do not flush expired medications. Utilize local drug take-back programs or consult your local pharmacy for safe disposal options.
  • Securely Storing Firearms and Medications Handbook

Firearm Storage and Virginia Law

It is the legal responsibility of parents and guardians to ensure that firearms are stored safely and kept out of the hands of minors and individuals who are legally prohibited from possessing them.

Under Va. Code § 18.2-56.2, it is unlawful for any person to recklessly leave a loaded, unsecured firearm in such a manner as to endanger the life or limb of any child under the age of 14.

Community Resources

We encourage all families to review their home storage practices. Free or low-cost cable locks and lockboxes are often available through local health departments, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations.

For additional resources and guidance on talking to your children about safety, please visit the following resources:

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our children safe, both at home and at school.