PATRICIA BARRESI ELEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL TEACHER GRANT
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The family of Patricia Barresi has established a grant program in her memory to assist educators at B.C. Charles, Hilton, Katherine G. Johnson and Stoney Run Elementary Schools in Newport News, VA. Patricia spent over 30 years educating, nurturing, and mentoring thousands of Newport News children both as a classroom teacher and as an administrator. She served as the Principal at Hilton and B.C. Charles Elementary Schools, finishing her career as an Elementary School Consultant and Coach. In her final years, Patricia fought a valiant fight against ALS. Now, her family wishes to honor her passion for elementary educators and the children that will benefit from their tireless work. Teachers at the aforementioned schools are encouraged to apply to receive a $500 grant to help support their classroom projects and initiatives. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2026. |
Beginning July 1, 2026 teachers are invited to apply to help fund their purchase of classroom supplies if the 2026/27 school year will be their first as a full-time teacher." Educators must teach in the above mentioned elementary schools in Newport News, VA.
If selected to receive a grant, the teacher’s employment and grant project must be verified by the principal, superintendent or other school official. The grant money will be sent to the school.
The deadline to apply for the new teacher grant for the 2026/27 academic school year is August 20, 2026
If selected to receive a grant, the teacher’s employment and grant project must be verified by the principal, superintendent or other school official. The grant money will be sent to the school.
The deadline to apply for the new teacher grant for the 2026/27 academic school year is August 20, 2026
For more information about establishing a fund, please contact Adelia Thompson, Email/757.327.0862
