LOUISA COUNTY, Va. — Louisa County Public Schools (LCPS) welcomes students, teachers and staff back to the classroom Wednesday for the start of a new school year. The first day comes with a special sense of nostalgia for Louisa County Middle School Principal Dr. Amanda Harper. Harper says the school's focus goes beyond academics, emphasizing relationships and creating a positive environment for both students and staff. Straley begins his 11th year as superintendent and his 32nd year as an employee of Louisa County Public Schools. Construction is underway on a 56,000 square foot Career and Technical Education Center connected to Louisa County High School by a sky bridge.