Report to the Community

Report to the Community, Fall 2009

Today’s kindergartners will be retiring in the year 2067. Who knows exactly what that world will look like then? So, each day in Newport News Public Schools we focus on one goal: ensuring all students graduate college, career, and citizen ready. To this end, the experiences of students in our Smart,
Safe Schools prepare them for their roles as a learner, employee, and a contributing citizen in the 21st century.

College Ready – STUDENTS AS LEARNERS

The job market of the 21st century requires employees to successfully complete some post-secondary education. This is why we are committed to affording all Newport News students with access to coursework and experiences that will guarantee their readiness for all post-secondary options.

Career Ready – STUDENTS AS EMPLOYEES

Many of the jobs for our graduates have yet to be created. To prepare for a future that is unpredictable requires a focus on skills and experiences necessary to be a successful employee, no matter what career pathway they choose. All Newport News students will graduate with an electronic portfolio, internship or job shadowing experience and connections with employers in our community through the Career Pathways initiative.

Citizen Ready – STUDENTS AS CITIZENS

Thriving communities need citizens who can and will contribute their time and talents and lend their service. Newport News Public Schools provides the supports and opportunities necessary to foster these citizenship skills. Our emphasis on youth development builds leadership skills and encourages school and community involvement. Students are expected to join a school club, organization, or athletic program to give them a vital connection to school and practice skills necessary for productive citizenship.

Ashby C. Kilgore, Ed.D.
Superintendent

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