Thursday, May 25, 2023

City and Schools Celebrate Students and Staff

On Wednesday, May 24, nearly 3,000 Newport News Public Schools students, staff, and families attended the “City of Champions” event at Todd Stadium. Hosted by the City of Newport News and NNPS, the event was intended to honor achievements in academics, arts, athletics, and leadership. 

The “City of Champions” celebration included incredible performances by Newport News students. The Crimson Thunder drumline from Katherine Johnson Elementary School opened the event. They were followed by Hidenwood JamJoy and the Riverside Elementary Booming Bears, as well as the Hines Middle School Pep Band, and Menchville Orchestra, Jazz Band, and Chorus. The Heritage High School Marching Band closed the event, taking the field and bringing everyone to their feet.

Throughout the evening, Newport News City Council and School Board Members honored student and staff achievements this school year. Guests had the opportunity to learn about and cheer for those who have excelled in academics, sports, the arts, and instruction. 

Newport News is a city built on breakthroughs, and incredible achievements are made daily in our public schools. We congratulate and honor the students and staff who make our city great!

Dinos Return to Newport News this Summer!

Immerse yourself in the prehistoric world this summer at the Virginia Living Museum. Destination Dinosaurs! begins this Saturday, May 27 and lasts through September 4. 

Discover life-sized animatronic dinosaurs and interactive displays, find relics of the past as you dig for fossils and learn about linkages to the present. Dinosaurs inside the Museum, in the Conservation Gardens, and on the Dinosaur Discovery Trail in the woods create an expansive destination. From the towering T-Rex to the tanky Stegosaurus, encounter creatures that will take your breath away.

Whether you’re a lifelong dinosaur enthusiast or a young family seeking an immersive educational experience, the Destination Dinosaur! exhibit has something for everyone. Join the Virginia Living Museum on a journey through time and experience the thrill of encountering these incredible creatures for yourself. Book your tickets now and get ready for an adventure you’ll never forget!

For complete information, ticket prices, and museum hours, visit thevlm.org.