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NKES Staff Show Their School Spirit During Convocation
NKES Teachers Attend a Pre-Service Professional Development Session at QES
Welcome to New Kent Elementary School
Students Smile During Lunch on the First Day of School
Splash the Otter Gives Two Thumbs Up at Convocation
Dr. O'Dea and Ms. Worrell at the SURN Leadership Conference at William & Mary
News & Announcements
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The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC), in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education, is offering Transition University, a free, self-paced online course designed to help parents and guardians of students with disabilities navigate the transition from school services to adult services. Other caregivers and professionals are also welcome, and participants who finish receive a certificate of completion for nine hours of training.
The Fall 2026 session runs October 5th through December 7th, 2026. The course includes five sessions. A new session opens each week beginning October 5th and remains open through December 7th, so participants can work at their own pace.
The Virginia Department of Education is requesting all parents of children with disabilities receiving special education services to complete the Annual Special Education Parent Involvement Survey for the 2025-2026 school year.
The survey, available in English and Spanish, will remain open through December 11th, 2026.
Parents should complete one survey for each child currently receiving services, with online submission preferred.
For questions, contact Dr. Chiquita Seaborne at (804) 418-4672 or via email.
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New Kent County Public Schools wants to ensure that families have the information they need to understand diabetes mellitus type 1 and type 2 by sharing resources compiled by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).
Families are strongly encouraged to maintain regular well-child checkups with their child's healthcare provider and consult with them about any health concerns. We also suggest that parents and guardians visit the VDH Prediabetes and Diabetes webpage for more information.
CLICK here to load an infographic PDF from the VDOE and VDH in a new tab.
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New Kent County Public Schools is helping spread the word about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, now available locally through Imagination Library 804 and coordinated by Read to Them. Children ages zero to five living in New Kent County can register to receive a free book by mail every month until their fifth birthday at ImaginationLibrary804.org.
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Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Right at School will provide before- and after-school enrichment programming for NKCPS Kindergarten through fifth grade students at all three elementary schools, beginning on the first day of school, August 24th, 2026. Available before school starting at 6:30 a.m. and after school until 6:00 p.m. every day that school is in session, the play-based program features homework time, fitness activities, STEM projects, and leadership development aligned to district standards. Flexible scheduling and drop-in care are available, childcare assistance may be available for eligible families pending state licensure, and Right at School is currently hiring part-time staff for NKCPS locations.
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New Kent County Public Schools proudly announces the 2025-2026 Support Staff of the Year, honoring outstanding staff members who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure schools operate smoothly and students are supported every day.
Each year, one support staff member from every NKCPS school is recognized for their dedication and impact. The 2025-2026 school-level honorees are:
- Ms. Kim Dotson, clinic aide at George W. Watkins Elementary School
- Ms. Sandra Berkley, instructional assistant at New Kent Elementary School
- Ms. Laura Wilson, instructional assistant at Quinton Elementary School
- Ms. Yvette Garner, custodian at New Kent Middle School
- Mr. Richard Pennycuff, school security officer at New Kent High School
From this distinguished group, Mr. Pennycuff was selected as the NKCPS Division Support Staff Member of the Year.
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Engage | Empower | Elevate
Our Mission: New Kent County Public Schools will equip every student with the knowledge, skills, and character to excel in the three Es (Employment, Enlistment, and Enrollment). Through a supportive and dynamic learning environment, we prepare students for lifelong success and empower them with the desire and capacity to make positive contributions to their communities and country.
Goal 1: Student Achievement/Employment, Enlistment, Enrollment
Optimize teaching and learning to prepare students for post-secondary readiness.
Goal 2: Recruitment and Retention of Highly Effective Talent
Recruit and retain highly skilled and committed team members by providing personalized and differentiated pathways for professional growth, improvement, and advancement.
Goal 3: Organizational Efficiency and Effectiveness
Optimize division efficiency and effectiveness by establishing and strengthening structures, processes, and systems around facility management and budgetary planning.
Goal 4: Strengthen Partnerships with Families and the Community
Build meaningful, collaborative relationships with families and community members to enhance student learning, well-being, and engagement.