Hampton City Schools has once again been recognized as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation in 2026. This marks the district’s 13th year receiving this prestigious designation.
This national recognition is awarded to school divisions that demonstrate outstanding commitment to ensuring all students have access to a comprehensive, high-quality music education.
“This honor reflects the collective work of families, educators, administrators, and community partners,” said Kelly Dee, visual and performing arts curriculum leader for HCS. “A high-quality music education program in every school, accessible to every student, has the power to transform not only individual learning, but also the culture of a school and strengthen our community.”…