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NKCPS Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year opens at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. Children must be five years old by September 30th, 2026, to enroll in Kindergarten. Families must confirm their child's zoned elementary school, complete online enrollment forms, and schedule an in-person registration appointment at their assigned school. The registration dates are April 17th, April 24th, May 1st, May 8th, and May 15th, and rising Kindergarten students must attend with a parent/guardian. Families should bring required age, residency, and health documentation.

New Kent County Public Schools is proud to announce its 2027 Teachers of the Year, recognizing five exceptional educators whose dedication, professionalism, and commitment to students exemplify excellence across the division: Ms. Amy Leonard of George W. Watkins Elementary School, Ms. Sabrina Dunn of New Kent Elementary School, Ms. Katie Freeman of Quinton Elementary School, Mr. Patrick Kimrey of New Kent Middle School, and Mr. Josh Bell of New Kent High School. 

On Friday, December 12th, 2025, division and school administrators surprised each honoree at their respective schools to celebrate their outstanding contributions to teaching, leadership, and school culture. Together, the 2027 Teachers of the Year embody our division’s mission to engage, empower, and elevate every student while fostering inclusive, supportive learning environments. 

NKCPS and GWES leaders officially recognized Ms. Amy Leonard as the 2027 NKCPS Division Teacher of the Year on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025.

New Kent County Public Schools celebrated four outstanding students who received the New Kent Sheriff's Office Kip Kephart Foundation Citizenship Award for demonstrating strong character and meaningful contributions to their school communities. The annual award, presented by the New Kent Sheriff's Office, honored eighth grader Madison Taggart from New Kent Middle School and fifth graders Melody Tooley from George W. Watkins Elementary School, Morgan Evans from New Kent Elementary School, and Chandler Vaught from Quinton Elementary School. Each student was recognized at their respective school in ceremonies attended by their families, New Kent County Sheriff Lee Bailey, Kip Kephart Foundation President Steve Rula, school principals, and NKCPS Superintendent Dr. Brian J. Nichols, and received a check from the foundation, a certificate from the Sheriff's Office, and had their names added to a permanent plaque in their school building.