Welcome Day

Welcome! We hope your first day in Newport News Public Schools is a great one. Here in NNPS, we pride ourselves in being a school division that prepares all students to be college, career and citizen-ready. Our teachers and leaders rise to this challenge daily, and we are excited you joined our team to be part of this important work.

Please report directly to your school site today. Your day will begin with a welcome breakfast with your administration. Your day will be divided into two parts.

• Part I: Welcome to Your New School
  You will start your day at your assigned school. After enjoying breakfast with your fellow new colleagues, you may have an opportunity to visit your new classroom, learn more about your school, meet your mentor or lead teacher, or take a tour of your building. Look to your principal for more specific guidance.

• Part II: Afternoon with the Superintendent
  Then, join us at 1:30 pm at Heritage HS as our superintendent, Dr. Michele Mitchell, and other leaders welcome all new staff members.  

NNPS Human Resources 101: Your Career Partner

Learn more about the benefits, health plans, retirement options, and more that are available to you as an employee with NNPS. Topics for the day will include:

Licensure: Our Licensure Specialist will review important licensure requirements and updates, along with information about tuition reimbursement.

Being a Professional Teacher in NNPS: Our Employee Relations Team will discuss TDEP Standard 6: Professionalism and what professionalism looks like in NNPS.

Well-Being and Support: Our Employee Relations Team will share essential supports for NNPS staff, reinforcing that your well-being matters as much as your work and that NNPS is here to support you personally and professionally every step of the way.

NNPS Insurance Options: Our Benefits Team will explain (in detail) Newport News Public Schools' integrated health, dental, vision, and benefit plans.

Total Compensation & Benefits: Our Benefits Team will explain additional benefits to include FMLA, pay options, legal services, sick leave, short term disability, life insurance, employee wellness program, long term care, and Employee Self Service.

Retirement: Our Benefits Team will share information on VRS plans and supplemental retirement options available through NNPS.

Technology in NNPS

Today you'll join our Instructional Technology Coach (ITC) team to explore the essential technology tools and systems that will help you launch a successful school year.  You'll start the day with your assigned ITC and then choose three breakout sessions aligned to your role and interests. Sessions cover a variety of topics such as creating a positive digital learning environment, getting started with Artificial Intelligence, using classroom technology effectively and more!  The day wraps up with your ITC, giving you time to reflect, ask questions, and plan your next steps.

Bring your fully charged laptop. If you have not yet received a device, contact the Technology Help Desk at (757) 881-5461 x.12411.  Loaner devices will also be available at the event.

School-Based Activities

Today you will be at your assigned school all day. You may want to process your new learning with a colleague/mentor, use the time to set up your classroom, and/or meet with your mentor or lead teacher. Look to your principal for more specific guidance.

Enjoy your extended weekend! All NNPS schools and offices are closed.

Teaching and Learning in NNPS

Today is a day when you will meet content area supervisors and learn more about curriculum and programmatic expectations.

Teaching and Learning in NNPS

Today is a day when you will meet content area supervisors and learn more about curriculum and programmatic expectations.

Today marks the final day of our NNPS New Teacher Welcome Week!

Over the past few days, you've connected with many new faces and explored valuable learning to help prepare for the year ahead.
Today, you have flexibility to use your time productively:

• You may choose to remain at your school site to complete important tasks, or
• You may elect to attend the NNPS iNNovate Conference. (Advance registration is required. Please visit the NNPS iNNovate Conference website to learn more.)

We hope this week has given you a strong start to your NNPS journey. You'll continue building on that foundation tomorrow as you join your school team and prepare for the year ahead!