The Hampton Education Foundation drives innovation, encourages creativity, expands student opportunities, and empowers educators to strengthen teaching and learning in the Hampton City Schools. 

 

The Hampton Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth succeed and to supporting the Hampton School System. If you have a question or would like to become involved in helping, please contact us. Currently we are totally run by volunteers on a part time basis. This may mean that our response to you may be delayed but we will respond.

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The Hampton Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports Hampton City Schools to live into the fact that we are, "One Community" that can achieve "One Transformation" by focusing on "Excellence with Intentionality." 

These HCS themes resonate with our Foundation and we support Dr. Raymond Haynes' remarks as he was sworn in as HCS Superintendent in JUly 2023, "I firmly believe that education is not simply a means to an end; it is the catalyst for transformative change, a powerful force that shapes the lives of our students and empowers them to build a brighter future."

The Foundation's work to-date has focused on improving the student experience and the educators who engage with our students throughout a student's journey. We believe the classroom is ground zero for learning during the school day and that the community must provide the best tools and learning resources possible. The Foundation's key areas of mission successes include more than $5,000 for student scholarships for graduating seniors and $30,000 for educator grants awarded in 2022-23.

The foundation began in 2001 at the request of then Superintendent Dr. Allen Davis. The Foundation has an excellent Board of Directors who serve without compensation. Day to day activities are managed by one part-time director.

 

Officers:

Ali Afonja, President

Dan Holloway, Vice-President

Suzy Scott, Treasurer

Members: 

Frank Dickseski

Damien Douglas

Cordereau M. Dye

James A. Gray

Adam D. Krininger

Rachel A. Kuchta

Brooks Lively

Louis G. Morris

Anne Ligon Rutherford

Robert F. Shuford, Sr.

Lewis Smith

Ray Smith

Samantha Snead

Heidi Wallace

Molly Joseph Ward

Ex-Officio Members: 

Nancy LeCuyer Beach, Executive Director - Hampton Education Foundation 

Brynne E. Cere - HCS Elementary School Representative

Kellie A. Goral - HCS Executive Director of Public Relations and Marketing 

Ashley Gregory - Hampton Council of PTA/PTSA Representative

Dwayne Lucas - HCS High School Representative

Jennifer Oliver, HCS Director of Community and Legislative Relations

Sharon S. Slater-  HCS Middle School Representative

Dr. Raymond Haynes, HCS Superintendent

 

 

Student Scholarships

The Hampton Education Foundation is strongly committed to assisting students as they continue their education beyond high school. Currently there are TWO scholarships offered. Applicants are encouraged and eligible to apply for both. Please review the scholarships and apply to each separately.

 

The Hampton Education Foundation celebrated this year's scholarship recipients on June 1, 2023.  

Four graduates received the Michael Canty Memorial Scholarship in recognition of Dr. Michael "Mike" Canty had a special place in his heart for those who may have struggled more than most, but who nevertheless find success.  This year's recipients were:
Jada Batten (Kecoughtan) attending Virginia Tech  for Fashion Merchandising and Design
Kameron Mallory (Hampton)  attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for Biology/Pre-Med
Frederic Ramirez Melenciano (Phoebus)  attending the University of Virginia for Aerospace Engineering
KenNyah Wiggins (Bethel)  attending Winston-Salem State University for Social Work

Earlier this year, the Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall Education Enhancement Fund was established in honor of Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall, to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior to pursue further study or training at an accredited two year or four-year institution. The candidate(s) shall be seeking a career in teaching.  Betty was a teacher in Hampton City Schools from 1974-2004, and then for 10 more years at the Cathedral School for Boys in San Francisco. Specifically, Betty was an extremely dedicated teacher and was especially effective with the Alternative Education Program.  This scholarship is in appreciation of all she did to help students throughout her career in teaching and was given by Christopher (PHS '91) and Candace Williamson.  This year's inaugural recipient was Trinity Blevins (Bethel)  joining Virginia Commonwealth University.

The Hampton Education Foundation strives to raise new scholarships each year to provide Hampton City Schools graduating seniors the optimal funding to pursue post-secondary education. Please contact hef-director@hampton.k12.va.us if you are interested in speaking with someone regarding establishing a new scholarship.

 

 

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 The Michael Canty Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Michael Canty to support a Hampton City School high school graduate(s) to pursue further study or training at an accredited two-year or four-year institution or trade school. This $1,000.00 scholarship …

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READ MORE about the Michael Canty Memorial Scholarship

Purpose: 

To provide a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior to pursue further study or training at an accredited two-year or four-year institution or trade school.  This scholarship shall be awarded to one Hampton City School graduate who best exemplifies the qualities valued by Mike as well as some of the same qualities that Mike embodied.

The scholarship funds will either be paid directly to the recipient's educational institution of choice or deposited into a Virginia 529 education account for the benefit and use of the award recipient.

Eligibility:

The scholarship recipient must be enrolled in a high school located in Hampton City, Virginia, or a Hampton City resident attending a HCS High School, The Governor’s School or any other public high school, specialty center or high school program established in agreement with the HCS school board.

Criteria:

Mike had an extensive background in education and was passionate about children and youth, and in particular, the underserved, “at risk” youth in the City of Hampton. He touched many lives during his time in Hampton, working at the Virginia School for the Deaf, Blind and Multi-Disabled, as principal of Hampton High School, as the director of InSync Partnerships, and finally as the City of Hampton’s Neighborhood Offices Service Manager. Known to most as just “Mike,” many words have been used to describe Mike – loving devoted family man, good friend, educator, public servant, and all-around nice guy.

Mike had a special place in his heart for those who have to struggle a bit more than most, but who nevertheless find success. His heart was with those who seize opportunities when they present themselves, and despite obstacles, keep focused on their goals. This scholarship honors Mike’s valiant and hard-fought battle with lymphoma.

Access the Application here, including the required essay and one letter of recommendation from a school, community, or faith-based leader.

Application Deadline May 1, 2023
Please contact hef-director@hampton.k12.va.us with any questions.

 

Mike Canty Scholarship past recipients:

1. 2011 Angela Loeschke, PLC (awarded from CIS)
2. 2012 Sean Banks, HHS
3. 2014 John Michael McCormick, PHS
4. 2014 Grant Gibson, BHS
5. 2015 Kaela Johnson, VCU
6. 2016 Mckenzie Dunford, KHS
7. 2016 Kenneth (Corbin) Doggette, PHS and Campus at Lee
8. 2017 A’zure Latimer - HHS
9. 2018 Markayla Johnson - BHS
10. 2019 Huyen Nguyen KHS
11. 2019 Justin Michael Harris HHS
12. 2019 Xavier Williams HHS
13. 2020 Joseph Bowers PHS
14. 2020 Morgan Riggins KHS
15. 2021 Anaya Eley, KHS
16. 2021 Xavier Harris, KHS
17. 2021 Harmoney Tillerson, KHS
18. 2022  Zomara Lee, BHS
19. Reagan White, KHS

 

The Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall Education Enhancement Fund was established in honor of Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall, to provide a $1,000 scholarship to a Hampton City Schools graduating senior to pursue further study or training at an accredited two year or four-year institution. The candidate(s) shall be seeking a career in teaching…

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READ MORE about The Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall Education Enhancement Fund

The Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall Education Enhancement Fund was established in honor of Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall, to provide a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior to pursue further study or training at an accredited two year or four-year institution. The candidate(s) shall be seeking a career in teaching.

Betty was a teacher in Hampton City Schools from 1974-2004, and then for 10 more years at the Cathedral School for Boys in San Francisco. Specifically, Betty was an extremely dedicated teacher and was especially effective with the Alternative Education Program.  This scholarship is in appreciation of all she did to help students throughout her career in teaching.

Purpose: 

To provide a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior to pursue further study at an accredited two or four-year institution. The candidate(s) shall be seeking a career in teaching. The scholarship funds will either be paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution of choice or deposited into a Virginia 529 education account for the benefit and use of the award recipient.

Eligibility: 

The scholarship recipient must be enrolled in a high school located in Hampton City, Virginia, or a Hampton City resident attending a HCS High School, The Governor’s School or any other public high school, specialty center or high school program established in agreement with the HCS school board.

Criteria: 

Applicants shall demonstrate a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need; scholarship funds may be used by the recipient for tuition, books, or other school-related costs that the recipient chooses. To renew the scholarship for subsequent academic years, all scholars are required to have a minimum overall 2.75 grade point average (GPA) and earn at least 30 credit hours during the academic year (fall, spring, and summer).

Access the Application here, including the required short answers and one letter of recommendation from a school, community, or faith-based leader.

Application Deadline: May 1, 2023

Please contact hef-director@hampton.k12.va.us with any questions.

Application:

1. Provide a statement of financial need and a copy of FAFSA report.

2. Complete a typed, double-spaced essay describing your personal/career goals and steps

you’re taking to achieve them.

3. Submit OFFICIAL copy of high school transcript and senior year class schedule.

4. Submit a list of your community-school involvement, noting your leadership roles.

5. Submit one letter of recommendation from counselors, instructors, community

leaders, etc.

6. Submit a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university you will attend.

 

We must all care enough to share our time and talents.

 

Committed volunteers are critical to our efforts to grow healthy kids. Every school and every program can use your help. Additionally there are an abundance of volunteer opportunities throughout the community. And although they may not be tied directly to a school initiative, all of our efforts to improve Hampton work together. 

If you would like to volunteer to work with the foundation please contact us at hef-director@hampton.k12.va.us.

IF you are looking for community opportunities try contacting www.allforgood.org.