Hampton 101 is an exciting series of interactive classes taught by Hampton City leaders. In just three short weeks discover new resources, explore potential partnerships and get to know our city.
By completing the entire Hampton 101 series, you will receive a Neighborhood Partner Certificate acknowledging your participation and commitment to making Hampton's neighborhoods great. Realtor's® attending will also receive the exclusive "Hampton Preferred Realtor®" designation when completing the series. Your application to Hampton 101 signifies that you are committing to attend the entire Hampton 101 series.
Apply here
for the Hampton 101 Summer 2009 session
Session 1 – July 22nd
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Orientation
(Council Chambers, City Hall - July 22, 6:30-7:00 p.m.)
A brief orientation and introduction to the Neighborhood College with a description of classes, city staff and the Hampton on the Move tour.
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Government 101
(Council Chambers, City Hall - July 22, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.)
Assistant City Manager, Mary Bunting, will give you an overview of the Federal and State government impact on local government, forms of city government and how Hampton operates. The roles and responsibilities of City Council in making policies and the City Manager and key staff in implementing those policies will also be explored.
Bus Tour – July 25th
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Bus Tour (Hampton on the Move!)
(Hampton Roads Convention Center - July 25, 8:30-11:30 a.m.)
Tour your City and see first-hand how Hampton is growing and changing. Discover more about completed Neighborhood projects, dynamic Master Plan developments and all the fun and entertaining activities Hampton has to offer.
Session 2 – July 27th
- Planning & Economic Development
(Hampton History Museum - July 27, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.)
Begin by touring the Hampton History Museum for an overview of Hampton's impressive past. After discovering Hampton's rich heritage, the Planning Department director will share with you the City's vision, explain the role of the Community Plan, and provide updates on many of the exciting projects related to the City's Master Plans.
Session 3 – July 29th
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Neighborhoods
(Hampton History Museum - July 29, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.)
Hampton's neighborhoods are great places to live, work, and play. The Neighborhood Office staff and their partners will give you an overview of services, resources, and partnerships available to Hampton's neighborhoods that help to build strong vibrant communities.
Session 4 – August 3rd
- Schools
(Thomas Eaton Fundamental Middle School - Aug 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m.)
Hampton City Schools team will share the innovative and unique educational programs currently offered along with the plans for two new schools opening in the Fall of 2009. In addition, the team will update you on Hampton City School's test scores, SOL statistics, rankings in relation to other local school systems and share success stories from parents, students and teachers.
Session 5 – August 5th
- Police
(Kenneth Wallace Neighborhood Resource Center - Aug 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.)
Hampton's Chief of Police separates fact from fiction in this impressive multi-media presentation highlighting all the exciting programs coordinated through his department. His team of dedicated officers will provide crime statistics and comparisons to other cities in the region and share success stories from citizens.
- Fire
(Kenneth Wallace Neighborhood Resource Center - Aug 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.)
Hampton's Fire Chief sets the record straight on fire education, prevention and emergency management and how citizens can assist in times of disaster.
Apply here, or to request more information,
please contact Sabrina Carr (scarr@hampton.gov) or
Cindy Woolwine (cwoolwine@hampton.gov) at (757) 727-6460.