Superintendent Speeches

NNPS Convocation Speech by Dr. Ashby Kilgore
August 28, 2007

Welcome to everyone today! The thing I love about this Convocation is that it reminds me what an important organization we are. We are 5,000 people - and when we focus on our mission for kids - our collective power and determination are unstoppable. We are change agents for kids and our community.

Today I want to talk about our collective mission in NNPS—Smart, Safe Schools—what this means, and what smart, safe schools look like. Read more...

Business/Education Summit Remarks by Dr. Ashby Kilgore
October 10, 2006

Thank you, Governor Kaine, for your insight and assessment of Virginia’s needs for its communities and citizens as we navigate through the first decade of this new century. The Newport News School Board and I thank you for your participation in this Summit. Your attendance is a testimonial to your commitment and support of the business and educational partnerships in Newport News. Read more...