Human Resources
Dr. Nina Farrish, Director
12507 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 881-5061
NNPS Apprenticeship Program
The Newport News Public Schools Apprenticeship Program is a structured training program designed to develop highly skilled employees. The program, a partnership among Newport News Public Schools and the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry, combines quality, hands-on career training with theoretical and practical classroom instruction.
View the Apprenticeship Program School Board Presentation.
Benefits to the Employee
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Apprentices receive high quality mentoring and education at no cost
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Participants are registered apprentices with the Department of Labor and Industry
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Earn a nationally recognized certificate from the Commonwealth of Virginia
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Increases competitive edge and pay for higher level of skill
Benefits to the School System
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Provides a structured employee development program
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Gives NNPS a competitive edge in recruitment and employee retention
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Provides a pipeline of skilled workers