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Nansemond-Suffolk Academy | Private School | Suffolk, VA
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Our passionately engaged and supportive community continually challenges and guides students to discover their individual strengths.
We are a family
We celebrate curiosity
We lead with integrity
We believe in your unique potential
We guide you on your own path to success
Our programs and extracurricular offerings provide opportunities for leadership, for experiential learning and for students to pursue ideas and interests that inspire them.
Pre-Kindergarten
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Global Connections
Students are exposed to a variety of cultures, languages and traditions. They focus on identifying themselves as a member of a community and build empathy and tolerance for our similarities and differences. Cultural awareness is fostered through a variety of developmentally appropriate activities.
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Literacy Development
Through shared and individually-guided reading and writing, students expand their vocabulary and their knowledge about the world around them.
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about Literacy Development
Science and Math
Outdoor play engages students in scientific thinking about the natural world. Early math skills are nurtured through exploration, construction and educational apps during technology time.
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about Science and Math
Hand-Eye Coordination and Fine Motor Skills
A wide range of materials and activities encourages creativity and builds fine motor skills, laying the foundation for academic success.
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about Hand-Eye Coordination and Fine Motor Skills
Self-Expression
Through dramatic play, music and art, students are able to express their ideas and feelings while building confidence in their abilities.
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about Self-Expression
Early Engineering
Building activities introduce students to the basics of engineering and help them to build critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills.
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about Early Engineering
Building Global Connections
Students continue to build on the foundation of global community awareness by inquiring into a variety of topics that impact global citizens. Students are encouraged to be curious, explore, research and discover more about the world around them. They also learn to value different perspectives and traditions.
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about Building Global Connections
Celebrations
Challenging academics are balanced by all of the fun activities in Lower School. Spirit weeks, homecoming, Saints Fest, a Halloween parade and classroom parties provide students with the opportunity to build and foster friendships.
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about Celebrations
Health and Wellness
Our guidance and counseling program ensures that we are also addressing the social and emotional development of each child.
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about Health and Wellness
Public Speaking
From presentations to speaking parts at our grade-level programs, plenty of opportunities exist for students to gain confidence in themselves and their public speaking abilities.
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about Public Speaking
Lifelong Learning Skills
Students begin to discover their strengths and learn the importance of balance, time management, healthy work habits, organizational methods, study skills and test-taking strategies.
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about Lifelong Learning Skills
Full STEAM Ahead
Students engage in interdisciplinary, experiential activities that uncover real-world connections and bring learning to life. From gardening to oyster restoration, our students are engaged in challenges that bring them together to solve problems collaboratively.
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about Full STEAM Ahead
Coding
Students use littleBits, LEGO MINDSTORMS and other educational resources to learn the basics of coding and develop their problem solving, logic and critical thinking skills. By learning these skills through the context of code, they are empowered to become creators rather than just consumers of technology.
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about Coding
Critical Thinking
A math curriculum rooted in problem solving is used to deepen students’ number sense and their ability to tackle problems. We aim to provide these curious minds with an understanding of the “why” behind math rather than just expecting them to memorize formulas.
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Leadership and Character
Early on, students learn the meaning of “honor” and respect for self and others. They are encouraged to be compassionate not only in daily activities but also through active participation in a variety of community service projects and activities throughout the year.
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about Leadership and Character
Go Saints!
NSA offers an expansive athletic program in grades 6-12 with over 50 teams in 15 sports. Our highly-qualified, compassionate coaches emphasize respect, teamwork, courage, integrity and determination on and off the field and courts. Strength, conditioning and performance training is offered to all Saints athletes.
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about Go Saints!
Middle School Celebrations
Challenging academics are balanced by all of the fun activities in Middle School. Spirit weeks, homecoming, dances and advisory activities provide students with the opportunity to build and foster friendships.
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about Middle School Celebrations
Advisory
Through group guidance and advisory lessons, students build a positive self-image and learn how to recognize their strengths and self advocate, providing them with the confidence to learn, explore and achieve successfully on their own.
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about Advisory
Student Support
The Middle School faculty works together to strengthen study and organizational habits, emphasizing self-directed learning and time management in preparation for the increasing demands of the Upper School.
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about Student Support
Digital Citizenship
Every Middle School student has access to a device, enabling them to collaborate with peers and learn essential research methods. An emphasis is placed on safety, responsibility and the importance of creating a positive digital footprint.
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about Digital Citizenship
Global Mindedness
Students explore the world outside of themselves and learn to respect and appreciate diversity through interdisciplinary and service projects. A cultural fair teaches students more about the cultures of Europe and Latin America. Community service activities on and off campus foster a sense of compassion and respect for others.
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about Global Mindedness
Character and Leadership
The Middle School places equal emphasis on the character development of each student by developing personal integrity, leadership skills and a sense of the world outside of themselves. Students are encouraged to recognize their unique strengths while respecting differences in others.
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about Character and Leadership
Supportive Student Community
Cultivating a passionately engaged and supportive student community is one of the most important goals of our school. New clubs and enrichment opportunities are formed each year that match student interests and enable them to connect with peers and build friendships that last a lifetime.
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about Supportive Student Community
Leadership
Through participation in sports and opportunities such as the Student Council, the Honor Council or as a club officer, students learn to lead their peers and work together to achieve common goals.
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about Leadership
Service Learning
Students generate ideas, coordinate details and promote their cause to take an active role in positively shaping our community. In the spring, Upper School students spend an entire day volunteering throughout Hampton Roads for our annual Day of Caring.
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about Service Learning
Advisory Program
Students are not only known, they are known as individuals throughout their Upper School years. A faculty member serves as a mentor for all four years and works with each student to encourage academic success and streamline communication from school to home.
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about Advisory Program
Creativity and Innovation
The Innovation Lab includes an impressive list of tools and equipment, from automated machine tools to 3D printers and laser cutters. It is a place where doing is what matters, where trial and failure teach grit, determination and eventually success.
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about Creativity and Innovation
Personal Advocates
Our college counselors spend a great deal of time getting to know each student. These strong connections allow for our counselors to advocate for each student’s admission. Partnering so closely with our students and their families leads to outstanding outcomes for our students.
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about Personal Advocates
Hands-On Knowledge
Through project-based learning, students are challenged to solve real-world problems, work together, think critically, set goals, evaluate information and gather resources all within a set deadline to build essential college and career readiness skills.
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about Hands-On Knowledge
Internships
Our internship program allows students to explore their passions and gain real-world experience in careers of interest. Juniors complete a three-day off-campus internship, with additional opportunities on campus each semester in early childhood education, the Innovation Lab, technology, business, athletics and marketing.
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about Internships
Honors, AP and PLTW Courses
We offer 17 honors and 18 AP courses as well as Project Lead the Way courses to enable students to strive for their best through progressively difficult classes each year.
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about Honors, AP and PLTW Courses
Go Saints!
NSA offers an expansive athletic program in grades 6-12 with over 50 teams in 15 sports. Our highly-qualified, compassionate coaches emphasize respect, teamwork, courage, integrity and determination on and off the field and courts. Strength, conditioning and performance training is offered to all Saints athletes.
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about Go Saints!
From academics to athletics to the arts, students find classmates - plus teachers, coaches and advisors - who challenge them to take their ideas to the next level, who support them when they’re in doubt and who cheer them on when they confront their biggest obstacles. It’s this kind of community that helps students feel confident stepping outside of their comfort zones and taking the positive risks they need to become their best selves.
Emily Munson
Haley Webb '07
Joey Seal
Kimberly Work
Richard Murphy
Emily Munson
"I love the enthusiasm and excitement for learning that our students bring to the classroom every day. Their passion motivates me to be a better teacher and pushes me to find new ways to make my lessons engaging and inspiring. Teachers are supported by the administration to pursue professional development opportunities and are continually encouraged to grow our teaching craft. My amazing coworkers offer a strong support system both in and out of the classroom. We truly are a family at NSA!"
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about Emily Munson
Haley Webb '07
"As an NSA student for 14 years and as a faculty member, I have logged far more waking hours at NSA than I ever did at home! Very few people are lucky enough to have a job that makes them feel supported, challenged and fulfilled every day. NSA is a place where kindness, inclusiveness and integrity are the norm and where community and school spirit extend far beyond pep rallies. Teachers have the freedom to teach in ways that are new and exciting, and students have the opportunity to follow their passions, both in and out of the classroom."
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about Haley Webb '07
Joey Seal
"I love the sense of community that exists at NSA. Everyone is provided with all of the tools needed to succeed, and they are encouraged to be the absolute best they can be. There is a certain energy that you can feel as soon as you step on campus, and it continues in the classroom and on the playing fields. It is truly a special place!"
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about Joey Seal
Kimberly Work
“NSA fosters an environment of honor, respect, integrity and community. Students, faculty, and staff are challenged each day to be the best version of themselves and to push beyond boundaries to promote personal growth. I am inspired by the level of commitment and dedication teachers give to their students, and the reciprocated love students have for their teachers. The NSA community is a family above all else, and I feel grateful to be a part of it as a teacher and a parent.”
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about Kimberly Work
Richard Murphy
“What I have found most rewarding while working at NSA is being with so many highly creative and talented students as their teacher and advisor. I’m proud to be in this group of professional educators and coaches who truly care about developing the intellect and character of each individual student through academics, service clubs, the fine arts and athletics."
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about Richard Murphy
Students and faculty share their NSA experience.
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892
Students
175
Faculty & Staff
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Campuses
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Innovation Lab
18
AP Courses
50+
Sports Teams
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Marching Band
25%
Diversity
We encourage a variety of interests and strong values for future success. Along the way, passions and talents are unveiled in a way that can only happen in a nurturing community. As a result, NSA students are well-prepared to reach their maximum potential in college and life.
Ashley Thorsen '02
Director of Operations, Gerald R. Ford International Airport
"NSA taught me how to make critical decisions and lead with honesty and integrity."
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about Ashley Thorsen '02
Brennan Pieroni '11
Certified Flight Instructor and Pilot
"I can think of no better start to adulthood than being able to learn and grow at NSA."
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about Brennan Pieroni '11
Andrew Chen '22
Computer Engineering Student, Georgia Tech
"I believe NSA shaped me into the type of person who enjoys helping others."
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about Andrew Chen '22
Lindsay Elliott '13
Program Manager, Pendo
"NSA gave me lifelong friendships. Some of my best friends to this day are people I met there."
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about Lindsay Elliott '13
Jared Hawkins '19
Advisory Analyst, Deloitte
"NSA will forever be a place I call home."
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about Jared Hawkins '19
Adrianna Harper '21
PRN Radiation Therapist, Memorial Hospital
"The skills I learned during my 13 years at NSA set me up for success during my college years and continue to aid me throughout my career."
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about Adrianna Harper '21
Arya Barot '21
Strategy and Growth, Direqt
"The most important skills I cultivated at NSA were embracing the journey of learning and being persistent."
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about Arya Barot '21
Dr. Kelly Hogan '17
Pediatric Resident, Texas Children's Hospital
"NSA gave me the opportunity to pursue my interest in science and instilled of a love of learning that has continued throughout my medical career."
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about Dr. Kelly Hogan '17
1st Lt. Spencer Salmon '18
F-15E Weapons Systems Officer, U.S. Air Force
"I'll always remember NSA as the place that laid the foundation for my success and served as a launching pad for me to achieve my dreams."
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about 1st Lt. Spencer Salmon '18
Frances Hope '21
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Candidate, NC State College of Veterinary Medicine
"NSA allowed me to grow into the best person I could be."
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about Frances Hope '21