ee what it takes to get ready for a new school year as the MHS Band practices during summer break.

IB Primary Years students at Dutrow Elementary came to NNPS-TV's studio to produce an important video about terrorism.

Jenkins had daily Career Pathways activities all week, including a career fair.

Hilton Elementary students learn concentration and problem-solving with the Monart drawing method.

What do economics and legos have in common? Take a look and find out!

Interest and competition in cup stacking is growing in Newport News Public Schools. There's an annual competition to prove it!

Students at Watkins Early Childhood Center learned how riding their bikes can raise money for other children.

At Yates, students are encouraged to explore books in every subject by getting stamps on their Reading Passports.

An enrichment class at Jenkins combines skill, creativity and entertainment.

Hilton Elementary celebrates Poetry Month with 'Poem in a Pocket' Day.

Students have a rare chance to start keyboarding classes in elementary school.

Yates Elementary's kindergarten and first grade put on their Spring musical called 'A Wacky Weather Day.'

Knitting 4 Life group at Crittenden renews interest in traditional skill and builds self confidence.

Students learned bike safety and received free helmets at McIntosh's Bike Rodeo event.

Dutrow Elementary's Odyssey of the Mind team is headed to the World Competition

Nelson Elementary gets a special visit from Truman, the green dragon, of Kidsville News! magazine.

The work of student artists from all 44 Newport News Public Schools are showcased at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center.

Fifth-grade students maintain saltwater aquariums and learn science and responsibility in the process.

No more announcements over a loud-speaker. These students put on a television show each morning.

Deer Park Elementary goes 'green' with the help of its Environmental Club.

Magruder Primary celebrates Black History Month with a play about Ruby Bridges, the first black student to desegregate an elementary school.

Hilton Elementary students wrote letters to the children of Haiti to give words of encouragement and comfort after the recent earthquakes.

Warwick High School's history club uses an unforgettable visual to represent one of the chapters in Black History.

Heritage High School hosted the 29th Annual All-City Science, Engineering and Technology Fair.

Hilton Elementary, in honor of its Blue Ribbon Award and the school's 90th birthday, has started a new tradition. A Winter Wonderland Celebration was held for the Hilton parents, students and community.

To show appreciation for educators, Waters Edge Church handed out Krispy Kreme donuts to every Newport News school, along with other schools in the area -- a total of 9,240 donuts.

In honor of Veterans Day, Richneck Elementary paid tribute to those in the U.S. Armed Forces with a student celebration. Many local veterans attended the program.

Warwick High School hosted College Night in Virginia. Local high schools, organizations and programs were represented, along with a college presentation.

In honor of Red Ribbon Week, Nelson Elementary students said no to drugs with a parade and a rap.

children's author Jerry Pallotta visited Kiln Creek Elementary, where kindergarteners held a bug contest.

A teacher at Sedgefield Elementary was surprised with over $1200 worth of educational supplies from a local OfficeMax.

Teachers at three Newport News schools are handing out free fruits and veggies every day this school year. Students get to taste a variety of these snacks and learn the importance of eating well.

Hilton Elementary has been named a 2009 Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education. Hilton is one of only six public elementary schools in Virginia to receive this honor.

The Youth Leadership Alliance program provides students with premiere leadership experience through week-long structured and hands-on classes.

Dr. Kilgore, along with members of the School Board and administration, take a three-day bus tour to the 40 fully accredited Newport News Public Schools.

Carver Elementary received free book bags and school supplies for every student. Costco adopted Carver as a way of giving back to the community.

Dr. Marjorie Wallace, 7th grade teacher at Huntington Middle, received the honor of becoming the Regional Teacher of the Year. Dr. Kilgore and members of the school board surprised Dr. Wallace with news during one of her science classes.

Take a look at Menchville High School's Outdoor Learning Center.

Seventh graders at Crittenden Middle prepare for their futures during their Career Fair.

Nelson's Green Team, a group of concerned faculty members, challenged the school's students to participate in an art contest that served two purposes: Artistic expression and recycling.

Dogs aren't just man's best friend. At Epes Elementary, dogs are great reading partners, too!

Fourth & Fifth grade TAG students at BC Charles Elementary participate in Biz World, a program that simulates building a company form the ground up.

Sam Althaus, Holocaust survivor and author, spoke with students at Hines MS about his experiences during World War II.

Newport News Public Schools was recognized for excellence by the Governor and the Virginia Board of Education.

The Newport News Educational Foundation partnered with the National Council of Jewish Women to provide mini grants to classroom teachers.

Second graders at Lee Hall Elementary School make history come alive through an interactive wax museum.

Discover new ways to prepare your high school student for college.

This episode goes in depth about the new career pathways program in Newport News Public Schools.

All about the Standards of Learning.

All about magnet programs.