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 »
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Our Dreamers Achieved New Levels in Technology!
During the first semester of the 2021-2022 school year, high school students Drew, Steviey, and Dajah from An Achievable Dream Middle and High School in Newport News, competed in the 2021 Congressional App Challenge, with the assistance of Kyle Thompson from NASA. The Congressional App Challenge is a competition aimed at encouraging high school students… Read more »
Achievements | Winter 2022
The Winter 2022 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our program expansion in Virginia Beach, and stories of our alumni and community leaders!
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2017
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 »
Inspiring Hope: Black History Month 2022
In honor of Black History Month, An Achievable Dream launched the #InspiringHope series to recognize our alumni, historical Black pioneers in education, and other public figures who continue to shape history through their societal contributions. In this series, we are highlighting: Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Shukita Massey, Portia Cameron, Calvin Malone,… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2016
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Honoring the Legacy of An Achievable Dream Board Member Charles Spencer
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Charles (Charlie) Spencer, a pillar in the Newport News community. Charlie was one of AAD’s most staunch supporters for nearly 30 years, almost since the program began. He first joined the College and Career Scholarships, Inc. board at its inception in 2008. This board later… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2015
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Supporting Our Alumni During Small Business Saturday
Do you want to support small businesses while shopping for your holiday gifts? We are highlighting some of our alumni who are small business owners. The 2021 Small Business Saturday Guide Latoya Gresham is a Class of 2004 graduate, and owner of Lillie’s Lotus. She specializes in creating authentic gemstone bracelets to facilitate physical and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2014
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Achievements | Fall 2021
The Fall 2021 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our back-to-school celebrations, stories of our community leaders, and our alumni features!
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2013
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
News Release – An Achievable Dream receives $100,000 Grant from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation
Newport News, VA – Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, a long-time partner of An Achievable Dream (AAD), renewed its support for the 2021-2022 year with a $100,000 grant. The Foundation is committed to partnering with organizations like AAD to provide critical mental health and wellness support and the renewal of this grant will… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2012?
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
News Release – An Achievable Dream Virginia Beach, Inc. Announces New Board Members
An Achievable Dream (AAD) is pleased to announce the appointment of three new board members to the Virginia Beach Board of Directors, EJ Manuel, former National Football League (NFL) player, Christopher W. Washington of the Virginia Beach Police Department, and Crystal B. Bright of Dominion Energy. “We are delighted to welcome EJ, Christopher, and Crystal… Read more »
Profiles in Leadership: Adelia Thompson, Chief of Staff and Acting Chief Executive Officer, Christopher Newport University
We would like to congratulate CNU President Paul Trible on his recently announced retirement. Mr. Trible’s contributions to the university and to this community are unparalleled. His dedicated servant leadership sets an example we can all emulate. Mr. Trible has led a team to establish and lead one of the finest universities in Virginia, and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2011
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series is a reflection from AAD president and CEO, Dr. Lee Vreeland, on each alumni…. Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2010
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Motivated, Educated, Vaccinated!
When COVID-19 vaccines were approved for public distribution, the coordination of making the vaccine available throughout the region quickly became a community effort. When An Achievable Dream received a request to support Riverside Health System’s vaccine distribution by utilizing our elementary school and middle and high school in the southeast community as vaccine clinic locations,… Read more »
Meet Rickey Taylor, Class of 2021
If you ask Rickey Taylor’s friends and family to describe him, you might hear words like: playful, loves to laugh, upbeat, always smiling, hard-working, caring, funny, and responsible. Rickey describes himself similarly: “I’m extremely playful and fun-loving,” he says. But he is also a high-achiever. Rickey is going into the Air Force Reserves and will… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2009
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2008
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Achievements | Summer 2021
The Summer 2021 edition of Achievements is here! Read all about the latest at An Achievable Dream, including our celebration of the Class of 2021, stories of our community leaders, and our excitement about the upcoming school year!
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2007
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2006
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2005
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2004
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2003
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Where Are They Now? An Update from the Class of 2002
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 made a positive impact on their lives. Also featured in this series are each graduating class’s sponsor to share their inspiration for supporting their class and… Read more »
Announcing Alumni Series Kick-Off: Where Are They Now?
Travel in time with us as we follow our alumni on their journeys after graduation and discover how An Achievable Dream made a positive impact on their lives. In this series, we will feature our alumni beginning with the very first graduating class of 2001 to highlight how they have manifested their Dreams. Also featured… Read more »