Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Donna Waldman’s organization
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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School Board of the City of Newport News Regular Session
The board meeting addressed the administration of the school division, including the oath for the student representative and the approval of personnel recommendations. Presentations were delivered regarding summer programming and back-to-school initiatives, highlighting student participation data and opportunities in career pathways. The superintendent announced the formation of a collective bargaining study group, provided updates on new educator orientation, clarified the district's clear backpack policy, and outlined plans for community meetings related to an upcoming division-wide efficiency study.
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School Board of the City of Newport News Work Session
The board discussed the preliminary academic performance of the school division. Key topics included the Virginia Department of Education's implementation of new Standards of Learning (SOL) proficiency expectations, which will replace the traditional 400 benchmark with assessment-specific proficiency scores, and the district's initiative to prepare students for these higher academic standards.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
School Board of the City of Newport News Special Meeting
The board convened a closed session to discuss prospective candidates for employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, and disciplining related to the positions of Director of K-12 Programs and Director of High Schools. The meeting concluded with the board certifying that only public business matters exempted from open meeting requirements were discussed during the closed session.
Feb 12, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Newport News Public Schools Vision
This document outlines the vision and priorities of Newport News Public Schools, centered on the belief that all young people will be successful with the right combination of opportunities, supports, and services. It emphasizes dedicated Positive Youth Development to promote positive experiences, relationships, and environments for every student. Key priorities include Youth Empowerment, Mentoring, Student Wellness and Success, School-Based Clubs and Activities, Positive School Culture, Social Emotional Learning, Bullying Prevention, Leadership Development, Building Inclusive Schools, and Community Engagement, all aimed at ensuring students feel seen, heard, loved, valued, and affirmed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
