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VBCPS students outperform state on SOL tests
VBCPS students outperform state on SOL tests

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) released Standard of Learning (SOL) pass rate data on Aug. 27. The overall SOL pass rates for Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) exceeded the state pass rates in all subject areas.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools Music Education Program Receives National Recognition for 16th Year
Virginia Beach City Public Schools Music Education Program Receives National Recognition for 16th Year (opens in new window/tab)

For the 16th time, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. Now in its 26th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students.

2025 Citywide Volunteers of the Year
2025 Citywide Volunteers of the Year (opens in new window/tab)

Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) values and promotes active engagement of the community in all our schools. The Office of Family and Community Engagement coordinates many volunteer opportunities for community members to interact and contribute to the academic achievement of our students and the overall continuous improvement of VBCPS.

2025-26 federal grant information presented to Virginia Beach School Board
2025-26 federal grant information presented to Virginia Beach School Board (opens in new window/tab)

The Virginia Beach School Board received information about proposed federal grant applications at its May 13 meeting. For the 2025-26 school year, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) would receive approximately $21.6 million in formula grant funds through programs authorized under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA).

Volunteers in Education

What is a Volunteer?

Volunteers

A volunteer can be a parent, grandparent, student, staff, or community members. They may help in classrooms, at school events, on field trips, or in many other ways. Volunteers make a big difference by helping schools feel safe, welcoming, and supportive so every student can do their best.

Find Opportunities at Your School

Sign Up Genius Enterprise

Click on your school below to complete a volunteer registration, review the Guidelines for Volunteers and Partners in Education, and see available volunteer opportunities through SignUpGenius Enterprise. You can also access your school’s volunteer opportunities through the school’s website:

Volunteers in Education: Make a Difference in Our Schools!

Virginia Beach City Public Schools values the active engagement of our community in every school. The Office of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) coordinates volunteer opportunities that allow community members to support student achievement, strengthen school communities, and advance the goals of Compass to 2030, preparing students for success today and in the future.

Our Impact

Thousands of volunteers support VBCPS each year! During the 2024–2025 school year:

  • 8,399 volunteers contributed their time
  • 23,343 hours of service were donated
  • Estimated value: $812,103 (based on $34.79/hour, Independent Sector 2025 estimate)

How to Get Involved

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

  • Serving in PTA/PTO/PTSA groups
  • Tutoring, mentoring, or guest speaking
  • Assisting in classrooms, libraries, cafeterias, or offices
  • Organizing student enrichment and recognition activities
  • Supporting special events, athletics, planning councils, and advisory boards

Questions/Comments?

Reach out to us by:  
Phone: 757-263-1821
Email: vbcpsface@vbschools.com