08/24/2026
As students head back to class today, we're reflecting on Norfolk’s People First program and its commitment to ensuring our youth remain actively engaged in high‑quality, meaningful programs over the summer and throughout the year. 💙✨
Teens With a Purpose welcomed more than 90 Norfolk middle and high school students to the Together We Bloom Summer Camp — a space designed to help young people build confidence, discover their strengths and stay connected to positive opportunities. 🌼📚
Through youth‑centered experiences, mentorship and creative exploration, participants strengthened leadership skills, formed supportive relationships and gained tools to help shape their futures. One camper shared, “At first I didn’t think I had a purpose, but this experience showed me I am a Teen with a Purpose.”
People First and our community partners remain dedicated to investing in programs that keep youth safe, supported, inspired and thriving. 🌟