Norfolk Public Schools

09/04/2026

A friendly reminder, there will be NO School on Monday, Sept. 7th, 2026, as it's Labor Day. Enjoy your long weekend and we'll see everyone on Tuesday!

09/03/2026

The people who make NPS special are more than just their job titles!
Each Thursday morning, we’ll introduce you to some of our amazing staff members and sharing a little about the people behind the classrooms, offices, hallways and activities.
From favorite hobbies and hidden talents to what they love most about working with students, get to know our Panthers Beyond the Classroom!
First up… meet Colleen Petty at Lincoln Montessori!

09/01/2026

Hands are busy... Minds are engaged... and learning is happening! Lincoln Montessori students are settling into the school year and diving into all kinds of hands-on projects.

08/31/2026

🎉 Happy 67th Birthday, Westside Elementary! 🎉

For 67 years, Westside has been educating students and making a difference in our community. Here’s to many more!

WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY CELEBRATES 67 YEARS!
Happy 67th Birthday, Westside Elementary!
Your student may come home and tell you how we celebrated "Westside Day" today. Westside Elementary opened it's doors on August 31, 1959. That means we are celebrating 67 years of:

Inspiring young minds
Dedicated teachers and staff
Student achievements
Strong families and community
Cherished memories
Bright futures

Thank You!
To all of our:
Students • Families • Teachers • Staff • Alumni • Friends
Thank you for being part of the Westside Elementary story!
Here's to celebrating our past, enjoying our present, and building an even brighter future!
HAPPY 67TH BIRTHDAY, WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY!

08/27/2026

Panther Academy Day #2! We love seeing the energy, enthusiasm, and excitement these amazing teachers bring to NPS! We’re thrilled to have them as part of the Panther family!

08/26/2026

Our 5th Grade Norfolk Middle School students are learning to play guitars in their Music Class. Playing an instrument helps students build confidence while being creative!

08/24/2026

We’re proud to share that all Norfolk Public Schools buildings are now designated Heart Safe through Project ADAM and Children’s Hospital! ❤️
Every NPS building has an AED available in case of an emergency, helping us be prepared to care for our students, staff and community when it matters most.
A special thank you to our school nurses for their leadership and dedication in helping us achieve this important designation and for all they do to keep our Panther family safe!

08/24/2026

We are thrilled with the recent updates to the Junior High Theater! 🎭

This theater is an important part of our Junior High and serves as a valuable space for our students, staff and the entire community. We want it to be a place our students can be proud of and a space that will continue to serve our community for years to come.

We are incredibly thankful to the Norfolk Public Schools Foundation and our community partners who helped make these paint restoration updates possible. Your continued support makes a lasting difference for our students and schools!

Norfolk Junior High has stood at the corner of Fifth Street and Pasewalk Avenue for more than a century, and stepping inside the auditorium feels like a direct trip back in time.

08/21/2026

Our Substitute Teachers are ready to make their way into the classrooms! We are so thankful for this wonderful, reliable group of staff who support our students and teachers throughout the school year. Thank you for all you do!

08/20/2026

Our first Panther Academy day of the year is in the books! 🐾
Panther Academy is an important part of welcoming our new teachers to Norfolk Public Schools, helping them get comfortable in their new teaching roles, learn about our district and schools, and build connections with colleagues.