Good Afternoon
Attached is the Press Release from the 8/20/2026 Special Called School Board Meeting. Thank you.
Due to impending weather, all after-school activities have been canceled today, August 20th.
Dear NCPS Community,
There will be a Special Called School Board Meeting on Thursday 9/20 at 3 pm.
How? In-Person & Electronic Format
Where? Meeting Location: SBO
The meeting will be open to the public using the Zoom conference calling system or in-person. To join the School
Board Meeting using the Zoom Conference Calling services the following information is needed:
To join by phone: Meeting ID 841 0250 3890; Passcode 722451 Zoom phone number: 1-929-205-6099 or
1-301-715-8592.
To join by computer: link to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84102503890?pwd=NGJWYk9hZVRWT0Z4WjZxV1YrTU9Mdz09
Meeting ID: 841 0250 3890 ; Passcode NCPS
Pursuant to 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia, the School Board will conduct a closed session meeting for the
Every student uses a district-issued Chromebook during the school day, and students in grades 9–12 also take devices home to complete schoolwork.
Take a minute to review the quick care tips in the graphic with your student and talk about responsible use—keeping the device safe, charged, and ready for learning.
Click the link to view the Press Release from the 8/10/2026 School Board Meeting.
Thank you.
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NCPS students, enjoy your new ride!
Here is a video featuring the new bus. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IVWFz41I0kY0RYW4sSvP7MKAyDJZnU-t/view?usp=sharing
**STUFF THE BUS SUCCESS!** ✨
Northumberland County Public Schools would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our annual "Stuff the Bus" event such an overwhelming success!
A special shoutout to our incredible hosts and partners:
101.7 Bay FM
104.9 WIGO Country
Flagstop Carwash
Walmart (Kilmarnock, VA)
We are immensely grateful to our dedicated leadership team, staff, amazing student-athletes, and JROTC cadets who volunteered their time to lend a helping hand. 👏💛
Most of all, thank you to our wonderful COMMUNITY! The incredible love, kindness, and generosity shown to our students was truly inspiring. Because of you, our students are set up for success!
We can’t wait for a fantastic school year ahead!
#NCPS #StuffTheBus #CommunityStrong #NorthumberlandCounty #BackToSchool #StrongerTogether
School Board Meeting - Aug 10, 2026
How? In-Person & Electronic Format
Where? Meeting Location: NMS & NHS auditorium, 201 Academic Lane, Heathsville, VA, 22473
Contact: Shelli Lipton, slipton@nucps.net
Questions? Dial (804) 580-5753, extension 4001
The School Board will conduct a regular meeting at 6 PM located in the NMS & NHS auditorium, 201 Academic Lane, Heathsville, VA, 22473. The School Board will enter into a closed meeting at 4:30 PM after an affirmative recorded vote in an open meeting approving a motion that (i) identifies the subject matter, (ii) states the purpose of the meeting as authorized in subsection A of 2.2-3711 or other provision of law and (iii) cites the applicable exemption from open meeting requirements provided in subsection A of 2.2-3711 or other provision of law. The School Board will reconvene in an open meeting following the guidelines set forth in2.2-3712.
The meeting will be open to the public using the Zoom conference calling system or in-person. To join the School Board Meeting using the Zoom Conference Calling services the following information is needed:
To join by phone: Meeting ID 841 0250 3890; Passcode 722451 Zoom phone number: 1-929-205-6099 or 1-301-715-8592.
To join by computer:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83431803235?pwd=b01ZVENGeHJlU3U0Si83bGZNUS9mZz09
Meeting ID: 841 0250 3890 ; Passcode NCPS
Pursuant to 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia, the School Board will conduct a closed session meeting for the following purpose(s):
Personnel Matters involving hiring authorized by Section 2.2-3711(A)(1) of the Code of Virginia;
Student Matters involving discipline authorized by Section 2.2-3711(A)(2) of the Code of Virginia;
Legal matters involving negotiated contracts by Section 2.2-3711(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia.
The attached image has details about our school days starting next week, Aug 11 (New Beginnings) and Aug 12 (First day of school)
This morning, all students' Google and PowerSchool account passwords have been reset to Northumberland27. Please use the attached document to help you log in to your accounts. At this time, all student schedules are now visible in PowerSchool!
Click on the link below for more information:
https://tinyurl.com/5n784cu5
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Attached is the Press Release from the 8/6/2026 School Board Meeting. Thank you
Dear NCPS Community,
There will be a Special Called School Board Meeting on Thursday, Aug 6, at 4:30 pm.
How? In-Person & Electronic Format
Where? Meeting Location: SBO
The meeting will be open to the public using the Zoom conference calling system or in-person. To join the School
Board Meeting using the Zoom Conference Calling services the following information is needed:
To join by phone: Meeting ID 841 0250 3890; Passcode 722451 Zoom phone number: 1-929-205-6099 or
1-301-715-8592.
To join by computer: link to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84102503890?pwd=NGJWYk9hZVRWT0Z4WjZxV1YrTU9Mdz09
Meeting ID: 841 0250 3890 ; Passcode NCPS
Pursuant to 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia, the School Board will conduct a closed session meeting for the
The attached image has details about our school days starting next week, Aug 11 (New Beginnings) and Aug 12 (First day of school)
Check out the image detailing our Open House, tomorrow, Aug. 6th from 1:00 - 6:00 PM.
School Board Meeting - Aug 10, 2026
How? In-Person & Electronic Format
Where? Meeting Location: NMS & NHS auditorium, 201 Academic Lane, Heathsville, VA, 22473
Contact: Shelli Lipton, slipton@nucps.net
Questions? Dial (804) 580-5753, extension 4001
The School Board will conduct a regular meeting at 6 PM located in the NMS & NHS auditorium, 201 Academic Lane, Heathsville, VA, 22473. The School Board will enter into a closed meeting at 4:30 PM after an affirmative recorded vote in an open meeting approving a motion that (i) identifies the subject matter, (ii) states the purpose of the meeting as authorized in subsection A of 2.2-3711 or other provision of law and (iii) cites the applicable exemption from open meeting requirements provided in subsection A of 2.2-3711 or other provision of law. The School Board will reconvene in an open meeting following the guidelines set forth in2.2-3712.
The meeting will be open to the public using the Zoom conference calling system or in-person. To join the School Board Meeting using the Zoom Conference Calling services the following information is needed:
To join by phone: Meeting ID 841 0250 3890; Passcode 722451 Zoom phone number: 1-929-205-6099 or 1-301-715-8592.
To join by computer:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83431803235?pwd=b01ZVENGeHJlU3U0Si83bGZNUS9mZz09
Meeting ID: 841 0250 3890 ; Passcode NCPS
Pursuant to 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia, the School Board will conduct a closed session meeting for the following purpose(s):
Personnel Matters involving hiring authorized by Section 2.2-3711(A)(1) of the Code of Virginia;
Student Matters involving discipline authorized by Section 2.2-3711(A)(2) of the Code of Virginia;
Legal matters involving negotiated contracts by Section 2.2-3711(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia.
Help Us "Stuff the Bus" for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Let's rally together, community, and show our incredible students some love as they gear up for the 2026-2027 school year! Our annual "Stuff the Bus" event is just around the corner, and we need your support to ensure every student has the supplies they need to succeed. Your generous donations of school supplies make a real difference, setting our students up for a fantastic year of learning and growth. Let's fill that bus and empower our future leaders!
We had an amazing two-day New Teacher and Staff Orientation, which concluded with a wonderful Mentor and Mentee Lunch! It was a fantastic opportunity for our newest teachers and staff members to learn, connect, and prepare for a successful 2026–2027 school year.
A special thank-you to the dedicated NCPS team members who helped make our orientation a success:
🌟 Latasha Lee
🌟 Heather Brann
🌟 Tracey Harding
🌟 Dawn Taylor
🌟 Rob Etzold
🌟 Heather Cockrell
🌟 Teresa Bowen
🌟 Anna Leary
🌟 Our dedicated Mentor Teachers
🌟 Our amazing custodial team
We are also incredibly grateful to our generous community partners:
❤️ Wawa of Tappahannock for providing breakfast
❤️ Latoya Bea for picking up breakfast and providing donuts
❤️ LeadBelly’s Restaurant at Fairport Marina
❤️ Kyle Jones of Bay Cutters Lawncare
❤️ Subway of Heathsville
❤️ ADK Teacher Sorority—Northumberland Chapter
❤️ Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital
❤️ Encore Crafts, LLC
❤️ Brannded Designs
Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and resources to ensure our newest team members received a warm and memorable welcome. Your support is a beautiful example of the strength of the NCPS family and our community!
Please join us in welcoming our new teachers and staff members! We are excited about the passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm they will bring to our schools and students. 🍎📚✨
#WelcomeToNCPS #NCPSFamily #NewTeachers #NewStaff #CommunityPartners #MentorTeachers #MentorsMatter #StrongerTogether
Good Afternoon
Click the link below to access the Press Release from the 7/28/2026 Special Called School Board Meeting.
A vacancy exists on the Northumberland School Board as of July 31, 2026, in the District 5 seat of Northumberland County. Qualified voters of District 5 who may be interested in seeking appointment for the position are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a Statement of Interest, not to exceed 300 words, and a resume to Northumberland County School Board at schoolboardapplicant@nucps.net, no later than 5 p.m. on August 4, 2026.
The School Board anticipates reviewing applications in a public meeting between August 5-7, 2026, at the School board office, 6958 Northumberland Hwy, Heathsville, Va. 22473, and will make the appointment at its meeting on August 10, 2026 .
Dear NCPS Community,
There will be a Special Called School Board Meeting on Tuesday, Jul 28, at 4:45 PM
How? In-Person & Electronic Format
Where? Meeting Location: SBO
The meeting will be open to the public using the Zoom conference calling system or in-person. To join the School
Board Meeting using the Zoom Conference Calling services the following information is needed:
To join by phone: Meeting ID 841 0250 3890; Passcode 722451 Zoom phone number: 1-929-205-6099 or
1-301-715-8592.
To join by computer: link to https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84102503890?pwd=NGJWYk9hZVRWT0Z4WjZxV1YrTU9Mdz09
Meeting ID: 841 0250 3890 ; Passcode NCPS
Pursuant to 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia, the School Board will conduct a closed session meeting for the