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School hours

Elementary 7:50 a.m.-2:05 p.m.
Middle 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
High 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
(Early bird classes start 7:30 a.m. for high schools)

School hours for half day dismissal times

Elementary Schools - 11:15 a.m.
Middle Schools - 12:00 noon
High Schools - 12:45 p.m.
* Times may vary between schools; check with your child's school for actual dismissal time.

Varina District

Varina School District John W. Montgomery Jr.

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John W. Montgomery Jr. is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. After earning his Bachelor of Science degree at West Point, he served as an airborne ranger infantry office in a variety of positions. After leaving the Army, he joined the National Guard and served with the 5th Infantry Division. Once his unit was deactivated from federal service, he returned to Tulane Law School where he graduated with honors.

He began his legal career with a Richmond firm and went on to establish his own law firm. Today, he and his partner represent clients throughout the greater Richmond area. In 2003, Governor Warner appointed Mr. Montgomery at the 3rd Congressional District member of the Board of Directors of the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. He also served Gov. Warner as a military aid-de-camp. In 2007, Gov. Kaine reappointed Mr. Montgomery to the board at DGIF, and he currently serves as a military aid-de-camp.

Mr. Montgomery has two sons who attend Henrico County Public Schools. Mr. Montgomery has served as the PTA president of his sons' elementary school, and has coached and assisted with numerous youth sports programs in the area. Additionally, Mr. Montgomery is a member of the Board of Directors at the Chickahominy YMCA.

"I look forward to representing the Sandston, Highland Springs and Varina communities and continuing to work with students, parents, and school personnel throughout the area."

Committee Assignments:

Career & Technical Advisory Council
Vocational/Technical Education Foundation
External Audit Committee