January Community Connections

	Community Partners See how community partners are supporting literacy and curricular programs, assisting families in need, mentoring students, and celebrating student achievement as Virginia Beach Schools and the community continue to grow together!
	School Volunteers Learn how caring and concerned volunteers are fulfilling essential roles in Virginia Beach Schools by serving as tutors, mentors, guest speakers, classroom assistants, and role models for students. Can you see yourself as a volunteer in Virginia Beach City Public Schools?
	Parent Involvement Take a look at ways schools help parents and grandparents to stay connected to their children's education. From providing pre-school programs and parent workshops to offering technology classes and encouraging dads to come to school to stay involved.
	Education Foundation See how the VBEF is supporting students as they award teacher and school-wide grants at the annual Teacher Grants Improve Futures (TGIF) Celebration and view some grants in action. Take a look at some exciting upcoming events and learn how you can get your own copy of The Power of Belief.

Giving Back
Read how students and staff throughout the school division are finding ways to make a positive difference in their communities to support those in need.

Want to see what else is happening in Virginia Beach Schools? Look at school snapshots submitted by Media Liaisons throughout the division.