Armstrong School for the Arts named a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School; Hampton council presents plaque

Hampton City Council recognized Armstrong School for the Arts as a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School, one of seven public schools in the state to receive the honor. A council member noted the Department of Education will honor 287 public schools and 50 private schools at ceremonies in Washington, D.C., Nov. 10–11, and the council played a short video produced by PEG TV highlighting students and teachers at Armstrong.

"We have called you here today so we can celebrate our accomplishment as being selected as a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School," said Levia Stovall, principal of Armstrong Elementary, who thanked Hampton City Council, staff, families and the school board for their support. Stovall invited students and staff to join for a photo; the mayor presented a plaque to the school during the session.