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4-H is the youth (ages 5 to 19) development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. 4-H is rich with learning experiences where young people partner with caring adults and volunteers in a fellowship unlike any other program available to youth today. During the summer, 4-H offers a range of day and residential (overnight) camps.
Activities for youth ages 6-18. Education and Career Programs, Health & Life Skills, Character and Leadership Programs, Art Programs, Sports, Fitness and Recreation Programs
550 30th Street Newport News, Virginia 23607
An instructional hub for STEM learning driven by team building and collaboration allowing opportunities for students and people of all ages, abilities, and disciplines to learn by designing creative solutions to real-world problems.
Open Makerspace: Biweekly program that allows community members to use our makerspace equipment to complete their own projects.
Family Makerspace Program: Monthly program that allows families with kids of all ages to explore STEAM in a fun and hands-on way!
Summer Camps: Hands-on experiences for children of all ages related to STEAM.
Field Trip Opportunities: Various STEAM experiences available for schools and other youth organizations.
1102 Pershing Avenue Newport News, Virginia 23604
The Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs at Fort Eustis include programs for all ages. Programs for children (offered seasonally) include dance, youth sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, cheerleading, fun runs, and robotics. Summer camps available.
Scouting Programs and Summer camps, open to Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts ages 6 and up.
Various locations Hampton Roads, Virginia 23451
The Hampton Roads Chess Association (HRCA) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to bringing the benefits of chess to people of all ages and abilities across our region. Serving youth and adult competitive chess players, schools, the handicapped, the elderly, veterans, and Scouts. Ongoing chess programs, instruction, groups and Summer camps available.
716 Denbigh Boulevard Newport News, Virginia 23608
Providing individualized one-on-one instruction using proven, research based programs for all grade levels. Tutoring services are for all stages of learning, with or without dyslexia.
Screenings and Evaluations for dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disabilities.
Advocacy support to assist with IEPs, RtIs, and child studies.
700 Tech Center Parkway Newport News, Virginia 23606
Despite the name, Houston Codes is a educational business local to the 757 that teaches students how to code through in-person classes that utilize Roblox Studio. We offer a selection of courses that cover computer science from the basics to advanced, industry-level material all through making games in Roblox.
Science-based in-class, after-school programs, camps, and birthday parties.
3120 Kiln Creek Parkway Newport News, Virginia 23693
Mathnasium is a math learning center for students in pre-K through 12th grade.
729 Thimble Shoals Boulevard Newport News, Virginia 23606
Tutoring in math, reading, writing and study skills. Homework help. SAT, ACT, College Prep, Math Edge, Robotics, Coding
813 Diligence Drive Newport News, Virginia 23606
About MEESA
Maritime Engineering and Environmental Studies Academy (MEESA) is a college partnership lab school between Newport News Public Schools and Old Dominion University, designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in the maritime industry through hands-on, experiential learning. By blending STEM disciplines with Career and Technical Education, MEESA creates an engaging, real-world learning environment where students explore both traditional and emerging maritime pathways.
Through strong partnerships with industry and higher education, students gain access to internships, job shadowing, and authentic learning experiences that connect classroom concepts to real-world applications. With a focus on innovation, environmental stewardship, and workforce readiness, MEESA equips students with the technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experiences needed to succeed in college and thrive in maritime careers.
Mission
MEESA is guided by a mission and philosophy that emphasizes (1) a commitment to excellence in education, (2) the critical nature of student active agency and student voice in learning, (3) experimentation with pedagogical approaches and experiential learning, (4) innovative approaches to professional learning and educator preparation, and the (5) integration of research and teaching.
Our mission is to inspire students as future leaders in maritime engineering and environmental sciences; provide a dynamic teaching laboratory for educators through innovative education, hands-on experiences; and collaborate around research to build and share knowledge of transformative practices.


