A leader in education
NSA is dedicated to meeting the needs and aspirations of today’s students. Your support of the NSA Annual Fund is critical to the future of our school and our commitment to evaluating and improving our curriculum and programs.
YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS
help us offer
More professional development opportunities for teachers, more competitive programs and more exploration.
Our Programs
Our Teachers
Dedicated educators, who are passionate about their profession and growth, serve as both teachers and role models. They are committed to the principles and values of NSA and are dedicated to creating excellent, life-changing experiences for our students.
From gardening to internships, students have access to unique educational and extracurricular opportunities to discover their passions and build essential college and career readiness skills.
Exploration and Innovation
Technology is leveraged in all grades to deepen student engagement and allow for a more thorough exploration of content. Your contributions enable NSA to offer the latest technology to prepare students for careers that may not exist today.
FLEUR-DE-LIS LEADERSHIP GIVING SOCIETY
HONOR CLUB
$10,000 + TRUSTEES’ CLUB
$5,000–$9,999
HEAD OF SCHOOL’S CLUB
$2,500–$4,999
LEADERS’ CLUB
$1,500–$2,499
PATRONS’ CLUB
$1,000–$1,499
DONORS’ CLUB
$500–$999
BOOSTERS’ CLUB
$250–$499
ACADEMY CLUB
$100–$249
SPIRIT CLUB
$1–$99
The Fleur-de-Lis Society recognizes donors who contribute $1,000 or more to the NSA Annual Fund during the fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
Leaving a Legacy
Whether you would like to support NSA today or after your lifetime, we would be pleased to work with you or your advisor to fulfill your charitable goals. To extend your support to create a lasting impact, please contact Director of Advancement Kenda Council ’91 at kcouncil@ nsacademy.org to learn more about joining the Saints Society, an honorary organization that was established in 1996 by past trustee, past parent, grandparent and longtime NSA supporter Sue Birdsong for donors who have created trusts, bequests or other legacy/ planned gifts to benefit NSA.
Matching Gifts:
Over 1,000 companies will match your gift to NSA. Please visit www.nsacademy.org to see if your employer sponsors a matching gift program.
NSA is a 501(c)(3) organization. Please consult your tax advisor to determine deductibility of contributions.
For questions or additional information, please contact:
NSA Office of Advancement (757) 539-8789 ext. 3234 or visit www.nsacademy.org
To donate online
Make your gift by scanning the QR code, visiting our website or through Venmo. www.nsacademy.org @nsasaints
Faculty and Staff Support
$50 – $1,000
$100 – $5,000
Help us to maintain a secure and welcoming space for everyone by contributing to safety enhancements, such as additional security cameras, a new golf cart for our security officer, an expanded outdoor alert system to ensure all visitors and community members can receive timely notifications or the creation of a central welcome center at the Main Campus.
PLTW Biomedical Science and Engineering Course
Supplies
$13,500
Empower tomorrow’s biomedical science and engineering professionals today! Project Lead the Way’s (PLTW) biomedical science and engineering courses, which are a part of the Upper School curriculum, allow students to adopt a problem-solving mindset and work with the same tools used in hospitals and labs.
$25 – $5,000
$50 – $6,500
Now more than ever, teachers are leveraging technology to achieve new levels of productivity, implement useful digital tools to expand learning opportunities for students and to increase student support and engagement.
and Wellness
$100 – $5,000
Support our health and wellness initiatives and increase awareness of the importance of overall student wellness for lifelong success by providing funding for additional fitness equipment, outside speakers, new equipment for the Lisa L. Johnson Health Clinic and professional development for the faculty and staff.
NSA received an anonymous gift of $100,000 to establish a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Endowment Fund. Additional donations are encouraged to continue to fund inclusivity and multiculturalism initiatives, including outside speakers and professional development for our faculty and staff. Visual and Performing Arts
– $1,000
Creativity is an essential skill, and the arts can greatly enhance a child’s self-esteem. From set design to fostering school spirit, our students have many opportunities to cultivate an appreciation for the visual and performing arts. Areas of need include musical instruments, supplies and equipment.
Classroom, Common Area or Outdoor Furniture and Spaces
$500 – $5,000
Directly contribute to the well-being and success of both our students and educators by providing funding for enhancements to the faculty lounges and classrooms. Opportunities include upgraded lighting, furniture and more! Your support will help us to continue to provide a learning environment where everyone can excel. Theatre Enhancements
Learning can happen anywhere on campus, and providing inspiring spaces maximizes each student’s capacity to learn. Support enhancements to the Becky Godwin Memorial Lower School Library at the Main Campus or to outdoor learning spaces, such as our gardens or with the addition of a greenhouse.
Encourage healthy habits. Rapid filling technology enables students to fill water bottles faster than a standard drinking fountain. Inclusivity and Multiculturalism
Help us to provide the best educational experience inside and outside of the classroom! On both campuses, opportunities include sun shades, picnic tables, playground equipment, multisport courts, umbrellas and benches.
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Water Bottle Filling Station $1,800
Uniforms, Equipment and Program Enhancements for Student-Athletes $75 – $5,000
Over 80% of students in grades 6-12 participate in athletics. Show your Saints spirit and help our student-athletes reach for excellence by donating new uniforms or equipment.
Resources for the Sandra F. Birdsong Center for Academic Excellence $50 – $6,500
The Center provides supplemental learning support for all students to maximize each student’s capacity to learn. Help us to grow our guided reading and math intervention programs and provide additional resources for our reading and math specialists.
$500 – $20,000
Enhance our theatre program by providing
