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Newport News Summer STEAM Camp Introduces Kids to Coding with Unruly Splats

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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50 campers jumped into learning to code with Unruly Splats , a computer science education tool that combines coding and active play.

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  • 50 campers jumped into learning to code with Unruly Splats , a computer science education tool that combines coding and active play.
  • Using an iPad or Chromebook, students can code Unruly Splats to create games that promote movement and collaboration.
  • For the first two weeks of the camp, students learned about how to work with Unruly Splats using basic block coding.
  • Recess-like play combined with STEAM: The games kids play with Unruly Splats encourage physical movement, helping to combat a decades long drop in active play for children.

National Math and Science Initiative Receives $100,000 Grant from TC Energy to Train Virginia Teachers

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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DALLAS and NORFOLK, Va., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is pleased to announce the generous support of TC Energy through a $100,000 grant to bolster the training of Virginia teachers. This funding will be dedicated to implementing the renowned Laying the Foundation training program for 6th- to 12th-grade teachers in the Newport News and Hampton Roads areas while playing a crucial role in STEM teacher recruitment efforts. The initiative aligns with NMSI's ongoing work with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and districts statewide, amplifying the collective impact in advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.

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  • NMSI's Laying the Foundation program is widely recognized for its comprehensive and effective approach to equipping teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to foster student success in math and science.
  • By expanding the program's reach, the TC Energy grant will directly benefit approximately 250 teachers across Virginia.
  • "This investment in STEM education aligns with TC Energy's commitment to building more vibrant, thriving communities," said Trevence Mitchell, Manager of Social Impact at TC Energy.
  • For more information on how to support STEM teachers in your community, contact NMSI or visit https://www.nms.org/ .

An Achievable Dream Announces Sponsors of Class of 2023 at 30th Anniversary Celebration

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An Achievable Dream (AAD) announced, Riverside Health System and William B. "Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University. Guests gathered to celebrate 30 years of dreams and nearly 1,000 graduates from the innovative education program. As a class sponsor, The Downey's and Riverside have committed to providing annual merit scholarships for each member of the class for each year they attend college and maintain a certain grade point average. The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.

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  • "Bill" Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD's 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University.
  • The graduates of the Class of 2023, who were honored at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, will be known as the Downey Family and Riverside Health System Scholars.
  • Of the Downey's sponsorship of the Class of 2023, Dr. Lee Vreeland, president and CEO of An Achievable Dream, shared, "I could not think of a better sponsor for this class.
  • We are honored that Bill and his family and Riverside Health System have chosen to sponsor the Class of 2023."

Juniper Networks Recognized as Fastest Growing Enterprise and Outdoor Wireless LAN Vendor

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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Key data points that support strong momentum include:

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  • Key data points that support strong momentum include:
    Fastest Growing Wireless: In the most recent market share report from industry analyst firm 650 Group published in Q1 2022, Juniper Mist had the greatest year-to-year revenue growth percentage in Enterprise and Outdoor Wireless LAN market share amongst the top 10 WLAN vendors.
  • Customers Choice: Juniper Mist was recognized as a Customers Choice for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure in the 2022 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer report (May 31, 2022).
  • Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks ( www.juniper.net ) or connect with Juniper on Twitter , LinkedIn and Facebook .
  • Juniper Networks, the Juniper Networks logo, Juniper, Junos, and other trademarks listed here are registered trademarks of Juniper Networks, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries.

Three Leading Newport News Corporations Launch $500,000 Accelerating Change Together Grant

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To address gaps in services for Hampton Roads communities, three leading corporations headquartered in Newport News, Virginia HII, Ferguson, and BayPort Credit Union have partnered to fund a $500,000, three-year transformation grant, called Accelerating Change Together (ACT).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To address gaps in services for Hampton Roads communities, three leading corporations headquartered in Newport News, Virginia HII, Ferguson, and BayPort Credit Union have partnered to fund a $500,000, three-year transformation grant, called Accelerating Change Together (ACT).
  • The grant is an extension of the One Community Transformational Grant program, which HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division launched in 2018 and has since provided start-up funding for the Fort Monroe Foundation's National Center for Freedom and the Newport News Public Schools STEM Ecosystem project.
  • Recognizing their unwavering commitment to the community, the ACT Grant is an extension of the three companies existing charitable giving and social impact efforts.
  • "BayPort is excited to be a leader in the ACT Grant," said Nancy Porter, VP of Marketing at BayPort Credit Union and Executive Director of the BayPort Foundation.

Gloucester County Superintendent Named Virginia Superintendent of the Year

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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ROANOKE, Va., May 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Walter "Rick" Clemons, Superintendent of Gloucester County Schools, was named Virginia Superintendent of the Year at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS) Annual Awards Luncheon today in Roanoke.

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  • ROANOKE, Va., May 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Walter "Rick" Clemons, Superintendent of Gloucester County Schools, was named Virginia Superintendent of the Year at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS) Annual Awards Luncheon today in Roanoke.
  • He was selected by the Presidents of the Virginia Board of Education, the Virginia Education Association, the Virginia Parent and Teacher Association, the Virginia School Boards Association, the Virginia Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, the Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals, and the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals, and the President, President-elect and Secretary/Treasurer of the Virginia Association of School Superintendents.
  • He continued in Franklin City as the school division's Assistant Superintendent before accepting his first superintendent position in Northampton County, where he served for three years before his current post as Superintendent of Gloucester County Schools where he has remained for the past eight years.
  • The Regional Superintendents of the Year include:
    Region I - William D. Sroufe, Division Superintendent, Colonial Heights City
    Region II - Victor D. Shandor, Division Superintendent, York County
    Region III - Walter R. Clemons, Division Superintendent, Gloucester County
    Region IV - Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr., Division Superintendent, Alexandria City
    Region V - Eric W. Bond, Division Superintendent, Augusta County
    Region VI - Mark L. Miear, Division Superintendent, Montgomery County
    Region VII - Keith S. Perrigan, Division Superintendent, Bristol City
    Region VIII - Kristy N. Somerville-Midgette, Division Superintendent, Brunswick County

An Achievable Dream Receives $100,000 Grant from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, a long-time partner of An Achievable Dream (AAD), renewed its support for the 2021-2022 year with a $100,000 grant.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, a long-time partner of An Achievable Dream (AAD), renewed its support for the 2021-2022 year with a $100,000 grant.
  • The Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation LLC, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is the philanthropic arm of Anthem, Inc.
  • The Blue Cross and Blue Shield names and symbol are registered marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
  • To learn more about the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, please visit http://www.anthem.foundation and its blog at https://medium.com/anthemfoundation

Former NFL Safety and Super Bowl Champion Antoine Bethea Partners with An Achievable Dream to Mentor Students

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Antoine Bethea, a 14-year NFL veteran, 3x Pro Bowler, and Super Bowl Champion, has always given back to the community.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Antoine Bethea, a 14-year NFL veteran, 3x Pro Bowler, and Super Bowl Champion, has always given back to the community.
  • Mentoring the students of An Achievable Dream (AAD) through a workshop series for rising 6th-grade and 9th-grade students.
  • By pouring into the lives of young students today, Antoine is impacting their futures in ways he may never even realize.
  • Antoine has chosen to partner with An Achievable Dream, to create a new forum for dialogue with today's Newport News students.

PHOTO RELEASE--One Community Transformation Grant To Support STEM Programs For Newport News Public School Students

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Jan. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today its Newport News Shipbuilding division has awarded a grant to the Newport News Educational Foundation to enhance STEM learning opportunities for city students.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Jan. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today its Newport News Shipbuilding division has awarded a grant to the Newport News Educational Foundation to enhance STEM learning opportunities for city students.
  • The facility opened last August in downtown Newport News to make workforce development and STEM education services available to citizens.
  • Through its partnership with Newport News Public Schools, the facility currently provides access to 15 elementary schools.
  • The grant will expand STEM learning opportunities to more students from eight additional schools and includes a greater access to technologies such as virtual and augmented reality tools.

Blue Bird Delivers Record 15,000th Propane Bus to Newport News Public Schools

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
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Their arrival marked a special milestone the 15,000th propane bus delivered by Blue Bird .

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  • Their arrival marked a special milestone the 15,000th propane bus delivered by Blue Bird .
  • Newport News Public Schools operates a fleet of 335 buses; 62 are fueled by propane, an emission-reducing, cost-effective alternative fuel.
  • "We continue to replace our school district's aging diesel buses with propane," said Shay Coates, transportation director of Newport News Public Schools .
  • About Newport News Public Schools: The Newport News Public Schools division educates approximately 29,400 children in five early childhood centers, 24 elementary schools, seven middle schools, five high schools, one middle/high combination school and nine program sites.