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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.
News & Announcements
![Two images side by side of Mr. Sammy Fudge and Dr. Brian Nichols outside of New Kent Middle and Dr. Therese O'Dea and Ms. Megan Worrell outside of New Kent Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749503290/newkentschoolsorg/qrhencjxzky1wuxewull/FudgeandWorrell.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749503290/newkentschoolsorg/qrhencjxzky1wuxewull/FudgeandWorrell.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749503290/newkentschoolsorg/qrhencjxzky1wuxewull/FudgeandWorrell.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749503290/newkentschoolsorg/qrhencjxzky1wuxewull/FudgeandWorrell.png","width":1200}])
New Kent County Public Schools has announced two key leadership appointments effective July 1, 2025. Mr. Sammy Fudge will return as Principal of New Kent Middle School, a role he previously held over a decade ago, bringing 20+ years of educational leadership experience and most recently serving as an Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction in North Carolina. Additionally, Ms. Megan Worrell has been promoted to Assistant Principal at New Kent Elementary School, advancing from her current roles as math interventionist and administrative intern, where she has led PBIS initiatives and earned recognition as the 2022 William G. Lowry Math Educator of the Year. Both appointments reflect the district's commitment to strong internal leadership development and experienced educational guidance.
![the NKCPS Exceptional Education logo with text that states Student Services FYI on a blue background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749132735/newkentschoolsorg/i8ijtgwyuzj8jt3n7tmy/StudentServicesFYI.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749132735/newkentschoolsorg/i8ijtgwyuzj8jt3n7tmy/StudentServicesFYI.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749132735/newkentschoolsorg/i8ijtgwyuzj8jt3n7tmy/StudentServicesFYI.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749132735/newkentschoolsorg/i8ijtgwyuzj8jt3n7tmy/StudentServicesFYI.png","width":1200}])
The Virginia Department of Education offers key resources for families of students with disabilities, including the Special Education Parent Involvement Survey (open through December 12th, 2025), a two-part virtual training on "Critical Decision Points" (July 9th and 16th, 2025), and the 2025 Family Engagement Summit with in-person sessions in Glen Allen (June 7th) and Harrisonburg (August 9th). Registration links and contact information for Dr. Chiquita Seaborne are provided for all educational opportunities.
![black text on a cream background states School Nutrition Services FYI beside an icon of a school lunch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749133268/newkentschoolsorg/tkyhqqez9oazir7wjkb3/SNSFYIwebsite.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749133268/newkentschoolsorg/tkyhqqez9oazir7wjkb3/SNSFYIwebsite.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749133268/newkentschoolsorg/tkyhqqez9oazir7wjkb3/SNSFYIwebsite.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749133268/newkentschoolsorg/tkyhqqez9oazir7wjkb3/SNSFYIwebsite.png","width":1200}])
Free summer meals and snacks are available for all children and teens aged 18 and under through the SUN (Summer Nutrition) Meals program. No application is needed, and meals are offered at schools, parks, and other community locations. Families can find nearby meal sites using the USDA Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder at https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer/sunmeals.
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