Welcome to PHSSA-Where Tiny Acorns Grow into Mighty Oaks!
Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts (PHSSA), Virginia’s first charter elementary school, is in its 15th year of operation! We are thriving and growing in so many ways. This would not be possible without the support of families, community members, students and staff. PHSSA is truly a team effort!


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Open Enrollment
📌 Open Enrollment for 2026–2027
The Open Enrollment application period opens October 1, 2025 for the 2026–2027 school year.
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In a Nutshell - The Latest News
Tarnee Hudson, Principal
I am proud to a part of the family of educators at Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts. I have been an educational administrator for nearly 20 years with experiences throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia to include lead teacher, assistant principal, principal, leadership coach, reading interventionist, and instructional consultant.





