An Achievable Dream (AAD) proudly celebrated the outstanding Class of 2026 across our Newport News and Virginia Beach campuses this spring, culminating in June’s commencement ceremonies. These exceptional graduates demonstrate what’s possible when determination meets opportunity. As they close this chapter and begin the next, we’ve been honoring their accomplishments and are excited to share… Read more »
Stay Tuned for the Sixth Annual PACC Summer Open Tennis Tournament! The Fifth Annual Princess Anne Country Club Summer Open Tennis Tournament was a hit! Don’t miss the summer’s biggest weekend of tennis and dreams. There may be a few months until the summer season, but you can enjoy a few highlights from last year’s… Read more »
An Achievable Dream (AAD) was honored to welcome the U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to An Achievable Dream Middle and High School in Newport News on Friday, January 8th. The visit was part of the Secretary’s nationwide History Rocks! Trail to Independence tour celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Joined by Governor Glenn Youngkin, Secretary McMahon toured classrooms and participated in an engaging… Read more »
Save the Date 33rd Annual Tennis Ball Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Christopher Newport University More info coming soon!
Stay Tuned for the Sixth Annual PACC Summer Open Tennis Tournament! The Fifth Annual Princess Anne Country Club Summer Open Tennis Tournament was a hit! Don’t miss the summer’s biggest weekend of tennis and dreams. There may be a few months until the summer season, but you can enjoy a few highlights from last year’s… Read more »
An Achievable Dream thanks the partners, sponsors, and friends who attended the 32nd Annual Tennis Ball, An Evening Among the Stars. On Saturday, November 16, 2024, we gathered at Christopher Newport University’s David Student Union for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and profound impact, thanks to your support. The stars of our show, the Class… Read more »
Ferguson announced as sponsor of the Class of 2024, to provide annual college scholarships. Newport News, VA – An Achievable Dream (AAD) announced Ferguson as the sponsor of the Class of 2024 during AAD’s 31st Annual Tennis Ball on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Christopher Newport University. Guests gathered to celebrate 31 years of dreams… Read more »
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) and An Achievable Dream (AAD) have expanded their partnership with the opening of a new addition at Lynnhaven Middle School. The 25,000-square-foot addition is the home to the Lynnhaven AAD High School Program. The program currently services ninth through 11th graders and will expand to 12th grade next year…. Read more »
Ten years ago, we lost our relentless leader, Walter Segaloff. Walter not only founded An Achievable Dream, but he also started a movement of change in Newport News. He saw a need to improve his community’s lives, and over 31 years later, his vision still lives. Those who have shared his dream since 1992 can… Read more »
Friday, July 14th—Sunday, July 16th JOIN US to Watch National Elite Doubles Teams Face Off for $10,000 in Total Prize Money. FRIDAY Let the matches begin! 1st round play begins at 4 p.m. SATURDAY Watch round two and quarter-final play! Celebrate as the sun goes down! Join us for the Luau on the Lawn Partyat… Read more »
“Once I understood the goal, mission and impact of An Achievable Dream, I knew it would be a dream!” — Crystal Tyler, Achievable Dream Middle and High at Lynnhaven, Virginia Beach Teachers provide students with the blueprint for their futures at An Achievable Dream. Teachers foster academic and social development in students and prepare them… Read more »
Smithfield Foods has pledged millions of dollars in funding to organizations improving access to education to help break down structural inequalities in our communities. Their philanthropic initiatives provide educational opportunities to employees, their families, and the community. We are grateful for our longstanding partnership with Smithfield Foods. Their support over the years has made an… Read more »
An Achievable Dream would like to congratulate our president and CEO, Dr. Lee Vreeland on being featured in the 2023 Inside Business Power List. Inside Business creates its annual Power List to recognize the leaders who have the most influence in shaping Hampton Roads, whether they are the decision-makers or those working behind the scenes. … Read more »
CLEMSON, S.C. — Charles and Susan Barker of Virginia Beach, Virginia, are deeply committed to improving the lives of those in their community and believe that education holds the power to transform lives and make dreams become realities. When their daughter Alexis “Lexie” became a Clemson Tiger, they, too, joined the Clemson Family and looked… Read more »
An Achievable Dream puts a twist on traditional parent-teacher conferences. Teachers allow our Dreamers to take responsibility and ownership of their learning during student-led conferences. The conferences involve Dreamers in the goal-setting and assessment process and engage families in richer, more transparent conversations about their progress. At the beginning of the school year, students received… Read more »
An Achievable Dream celebrated the Fourth Annual A Night to Dream on Friday, February 24, 2023, at The Historic Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach. Guests enjoyed a cocktail and heavy hors d’oeuvres reception, an open bar, live music, an online auction, and a special program. Thank you to our partners, sponsors, and supporters who joined… Read more »
An Achievable Dream held the 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University’s David Student Union. Nearly 500 guests enjoyed a cocktail-style reception, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live music, and a program video celebrating 30 years of dreams. We recognized the Class of 2023 and their Class Sponsor, the Downey Family and… Read more »
As we continue our Profiles in Leadership series, highlighting a few of the many leaders making a difference and impacting our communities, we are pleased to feature The Honorable Jennifer Rouse, Councilwoman, City of Virginia Beach. As an educator, what is your perspective on creating equitable opportunities through education? Why is it important for children… Read more »
The Winter 2023 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our holiday recap, leadership highlights, and alumni recognition!
As we continue our Profiles in Leadership series, highlighting a few of the many leaders making a difference and impacting our communities, we are pleased to feature a longstanding partner of An Achievable Dream and friend of Walter Segaloff, John R. Lawson. In this special 30th anniversary edition, we had the opportunity to interview Mr…. Read more »
Newport News, VA – An Achievable Dream (AAD) announced, Riverside Health System and William B. “Bill” Downey, retiring CEO, and his family as the sponsor of the Class of 2023 during AAD’s 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Christopher Newport University. Guests gathered to celebrate 30 years of dreams and nearly 1,000… Read more »
The Summer-Fall 2022 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our 30th anniversary, a recap of our summer events, and stories of our alumni and community leaders!
An Achievable Dream (AAD) is pleased to announce the appointment of the organization’s two newest board members, Bill Brundage of Ferguson Enterprises and Ryan A. Hanson of Williams Mullen. “As our organization continues to expand, we are pleased to welcome Bill and Ryan to our boards of directors,” said Dr. Lee Vreeland, AAD president and… Read more »
On May 25, 2022, we hosted the third annual Job Shadow Day. We partnered with nine local companies to provide a one-day shadowing experience for our junior class at An Achievable Dream Middle & High School. This year, it was held in-person, and our students were eager to gain hands-on experience with professionals working in… Read more »
In April, An Achievable Dream hosted a cocktail reception to celebrate our Tennis Ball sponsors and donors. AAD recognized our dedicated event sponsors who stepped up to close the funding gap to continue to provide support, opportunities, and resources to our students! We premiered a special video to honor the Class of 2022 and announce… Read more »
As we continue our Profiles in Leadership series, highlighting a few of the many leaders making a difference and impacting our communities, we are pleased to feature Portia Cameron, An Achievable Dream Class of 2003 alumna and Director of Student Affairs at Legends Charter School in Maryland. In your current role as director of student… Read more »
The Spring 2022 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our student leaders, stories of our alumni, and our community partners!
We are excited to share an update on our Certified Academies program in Henrico County! Our program is expanding and our students are Dreaming, Achieving, and Growing together!
As we continue our alumni series, “Where Are They Now,” travel in time with us as we follow our graduates on their journeys and discover how An Achievable Dream positively impacted their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and a reflection from… Read more »
As we continue our alumni series, “Where Are They Now,” travel in time with us as we follow our graduates on their journeys and discover how An Achievable Dream positively impacted their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and a reflection from… Read more »