Hampton Education Foundation

10/11/2026

If you're waiting for a sign...HERE IT IS!

🎉 This year's H.E.F. Fest is already shaping up to be the best one yet. Grab your tickets before they're gone! https://hamptoneducationfoundation-bloom.kindful.com/e/hef-fest-november-6-2026

🎤 HCS employee by day, rock star by night? Submit your video and take the spotlight at this year's H.E.F. Fest - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfimUa_4xrZVHKQk4i1e3gf88-VlU7jz8E8_pLNGyz36geA9A/viewform

10/06/2026

H.E.F. Fest is the Hampton Education Foundation’s annual night of live music and fun for everyone in our ONE COMMUNITY in support of Hampton City Schools. Join us as we celebrate the 5th Annual H.E.F. Fest and the 25th Anniversary of the Hampton Education Foundation on

🗓 Friday, November 6th
⏰ Doors at 6:30pm
📍 The Vanguard, Downtown Hampton
🎉 Music, Food, and Fun to support HCS

Grab your tickets before they sell out:
https://hamptoneducationfoundation-bloom.kindful.com/e/hef-fest-november-6-2026

10/05/2026

🎤 ROCK THE MIC AT H.E.F. FEST! 🎤

Calling all employees of Hampton City Schools. You spend every day helping our students shine. Now it’s your turn to take the stage!

Audition for "Rock the Mic" and take the stage with the H.E.F. Fest All-Star Band. Choose from our list of songs and submit your short audition video. A panel of judges will select 3 finalists - and all 3 will rehearse and perform with the band at H.E.F. Fest!

Share your video and socials and use the link to submit your official entry form by October 12th.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfimUa_4xrZVHKQk4i1e3gf88-VlU7jz8E8_pLNGyz36geA9A/viewform

09/28/2026

⏰ One week left! ⏰

Now’s the time to get your HEF Teacher Grant application in! Whether you’re applying for a Mini-Grant, Individual Innovation Grant, or Group Innovation Grant, don’t let a great idea sit on the sidelines.

📅 Applications are due October 5 at 11:59 p.m.

🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/5VsH9tsPGmiUpys26

Don't forget to watch our last video post with some tips to help your application stand out from the pack 🍎✨

09/25/2026

💡 Thinking about applying for an HEF Teacher Grant? Before you hit submit, check out these 5 tips to help make your application stronger and show reviewers why your idea matters for your students.

09/24/2026

Hampton City Schools teachers: 🍎 Have an idea that could make learning more engaging for your students? HEF wants to help bring it to life! Choose the grant that fits your idea:

💡 Group Innovation Grant — Up to $2,500 for 2+ educators/staff at the same school working together

💡 Individual Innovation Grant — Up to $1,000 for one educator

💡 Mini-Grant — Up to $500 for materials, supplies, or resources that enhance the classroom learning experience

📅 Apply by October 5, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/5VsH9tsPGmiUpys26

Don’t wait! Start your application today ✨

09/22/2026

There aren't enough words to express our immense gratitude to the sponsors, players, and everyone who made this event a success! Shout out to Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc for putting this event together in order to support Hampton City Schools. Whether you donated your time, talents, or funds - you enhanced educational experiences and improved outcomes for our young learners. Thank You!

09/08/2026

This event will surely be un-fore-gettable. Register today! ⛳

08/31/2026

⛳ Golf FORE a Great Cause! 💙

Join us for the upcoming AMA 5th Annual Golf Tournament on September 18, supporting the Hampton Education Foundation and the students and educators of Hampton City Schools! https://www.ama-inc.com/golf

Every swing, every sponsor, and every golfer helps strengthen opportunities for our schools. Through community support, HEF invests in innovative teacher grants, student scholarships, and experiences and resources that help Hampton students thrive.

We’re grateful to AMA for choosing to support HEF and for bringing our community together for a fun day with an even greater purpose.

📅 September 18, 2026
⛳ Come out, tee it up, and help us make an impact!

AMA's 5th annual golf outing benefiting the Hampton Education Foundation is September 18, 2026.

06/12/2026

The Hampton Education Foundation is proud to recognize outstanding graduating seniors through a portfolio of scholarships that honor achievement, resilience, and service. Learn more about these scholarships and this year's exemplary scholars: https://www.hampton.k12.va.us/news/June26/HEFScholars.html