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Partner with Norfolk Public Schools

Through B.R.I.D.G.E.—Building Relationships In Dynamic Growth & Equity, we cultivate partnerships that advance academic excellence, expand career readiness opportunities, and nurture the whole child. By investing in our students today, we strengthen the long-term vitality of our community. Review the Impact Expectations below to explore purposeful pathways for engagement.

Types of partners include:

  • Resource Partner- a resource partner provides resources such as space, gift certificates, incentives, financial or in-kind donations.

  • Service Partner- a service partner provides mentors, tutors, guest speakers, workshops, internship opportunities and/or job shadowing opportunities.

Strategic Partner- a strategic partner collaborates with school staff in a comprehensive way to create an agreement that has mutually beneficial goals and outcomes designed to improve and enhance the educational experience for students

To become a partner, email LaEunice Featherston.

Community Partner Impact Ideas for Working Together

As you explore partnership opportunities, we invite you to reflect on the impact you aim to create. Review the Impact Expectations below to discover ways to engage with our schools.

Equip

  • Offer incentives for students for achievement, positive behavior, attendance, etc. 
  • Donate needed materials and supplies
  • Provide financial support and other needed resources
  • Host lunches/meetings for school staff
  • Display student artwork
  • Provide immunizations and screenings
  • Sponsor a teacher appreciation week

Educate

  • Serve as volunteers, mentors, tutors, chaperones, etc.- 
  • Serve as a guest speaker during Career Day/Week 
  • Provide valuable input as a participant on a school/district advisory council 
  • Participate in school improvement/beautification projects 
  • Participate in a school supply or book drive
  • Sponsor after school clubs and activities
  • Sponsor field trips and expanded cultural experiences for students 

Explore

  • Provide job shadowing, internships, and/or employment opportunities for students 
  • Support professional development for educators
  • Sponsor recognition programs for students, teachers, and staff
  • Invite student artwork for the design of holiday cards or other organizational publications
  • Develop/Host apprenticeships
  • Sponsor a school or student-based entrepreneurial enterprise