Madison Heights Elementary School

Madison Heights Elementary School Currently, MHES serves approximately 470 students in Pre-K through fifth grade.

Madison Heights Elementary School is located in Madison Heights, Virginia, Madison Heights is a small town located in Amherst County in scenic Central Virginia.

Congratulations to our Student of the Month for May, Penrose J.! Penrose has done an outstanding job showing what it mea...
05/28/2026

Congratulations to our Student of the Month for May, Penrose J.! Penrose has done an outstanding job showing what it means to be respectful, resilient, and responsible each day at Madison Heights Elementary School. We are so proud of your hard work, positive attitude, and the example you set for others. Keep up the great work, Penrose!

A big congratulations to our May Students of the Month at Madison Heights Elementary School! These outstanding students ...
05/28/2026

A big congratulations to our May Students of the Month at Madison Heights Elementary School! These outstanding students have finished the school year strong by consistently showing the 3 Rs — being Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient each and every day. We are so proud of the positive example you set for others through your hard work, kindness, determination, and leadership. Keep shining bright and carrying these amazing qualities with you wherever you go. Way to represent MHES with pride!

Calling all future heroes! 🚨The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office is gearing up for an action-packed First Responder Camp ...
05/26/2026

Calling all future heroes! 🚨

The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office is gearing up for an action-packed First Responder Camp this summer for rising 4th–11th graders! Campers will step behind the caution tape and experience hands-on activities like fingerprint lifting, fire safety, defensive tactics, DUI goggles courses, field trips, and more. 🚓

📅 July 20–24 (Rising 7–11 graders)
📅 July 27–31 (Rising 4–6 graders)
⏰ Monday–Friday | 9 AM–3 PM
📍 Amherst County Sheriff’s Office

💲 Camp fee is just $30 and includes all activities, field trips, lunches, and snacks!

Applications are available at all schools and the Amherst County Sheriff’s Office. Space is limited, so sign up today!

📞 For scholarship information, contact the Amherst County Sheriff’s Office at 434-946-9381.

05/26/2026

🚨 Preschool spots go fast — act now!
Families interested in Smart Start Preschool are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Waiting could mean missing out.

🖥 Apply online today:
https://www.amherst.k12.va.us/early-childhood-education

🏫 Prefer in person? Visit the ACPS School Administration Office located at 153 Washington St., Amherst
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

⏱ Don’t delay — applications require in-person verification within one week.

🐉🦈 Ms. Harris’ 1st graders had a ROAR-some week!For Dragon Day, students wrote about having a pet dragon and tested drag...
05/25/2026

🐉🦈 Ms. Harris’ 1st graders had a ROAR-some week!
For Dragon Day, students wrote about having a pet dragon and tested dragon airplanes they created. On Shark Day, the classroom was filled with shark-themed fun and decorations while students explored all about sharks! 🌊✨

05/21/2026

🎒 Rising Kindergarten Families - Don’t Forget School Vaccinations!
If your child is starting Kindergarten this fall, Virginia requires several vaccinations before the first day of school on August 12, 2026.

Required vaccines include:
💉 DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
💉 Polio
💉 Hepatitis A
💉 Hepatitis B
💉 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
💉 Varicella (Chickenpox)

These routine vaccines help keep children healthy, in school, and ready to learn.

✔ Schedule a checkup early with your healthcare provider
✔ Ask about required school vaccines
✔ Bring a copy of the vaccination record to your child’s school

Families without insurance may qualify for free vaccines through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.

📅 Schedule early to beat the back-to-school rush!

🔗More information:
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/

❓Have questions? Reach out to your school nurse/health assistant.

05/21/2026

Transportation Announcement:
Bus 91 students will be arriving home 10 minutes early today! We appreciate your understanding.

05/16/2026

📢 Missed Kindergarten Registration? You’re Still in Time! If your child will be starting kindergarten this fall, registration is still open.

📞 Call your child’s elementary school to schedule a screening appointment.

💻 Complete the online pre-registration here:
https://amherst.psisjs.com/public/formbuilder/form.html?formid=10940353

We can’t wait to welcome your child to ACPS! 🎉

05/15/2026

FYI (5/15/26)
There are multiple accidents (not involving ACPS) on Business 29. Please be patient with arrival.
All buses have left MHES.

Address

287 Learning Lane
Madison Heights, VA
24572

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3:45pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 3:45pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 3:45pm
Thursday 8:30am - 3:45pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:45pm

Telephone

+14348462151

Website

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