Colleagues,

Newport News Public Schools' 2024-2025 United Way Employee Campaign is now underway. Our participation in this annual campaign supports families, friends and neighbors across the Peninsula.

This year's theme is "Connections Start Here." The United Way of the Virginia Peninsula's annual campaign offers us the most effective and efficient way to support our communities with services that focus on education, health and financial stability: the building blocks for a good quality of life.

I encourage you to join me in making a financial contribution. You may donate to these services or an agency of your choice including our very own Newport News Education Foundation. When you give to the United Way or its partner agencies, you can do so with confidence since no administrative fees are taken out of your contribution; 100% of your gift goes back into the community, thanks to the generosity of the United Way Board of Directors.

Donations may be submitted securely online. Rest assured your donation will be protected and will have the added benefit of being environmentally friendly. You will receive more information about your school or worksite's United Way campaign from your designated coordinator.

I am proud to work alongside so many people who care deeply about our mission and our community. It is what makes NNPS an integral part of this community. Let's continue our commitment this year by giving generously and ensuring that "Connections Start Here."

Sincerely,

Michele Mitchell, Ed.D.
Superintendent