Mile High Kids and Community Development Inc.

09/15/2026

Somehow after decades of pouring into classrooms, families, school systems, and entire communities, they are still showing up for our children.

This Saturday, we have the privilege of celebrating the 2026 Legacy in Education Honorees—an extraordinary group of educators and leaders whose influence cannot be measured by titles, years of service, or the number of students who passed through their classrooms.

Their true legacy lives in the children they encouraged, the families they supported, the doors they opened, and the generations of leaders who are standing taller because someone once believed in them.

Now it is our turn to pour back into those who have poured so much into us.

The 6th Annual Somewhere Over the Rainbow Gala is more than a beautiful evening. It is a celebration of legacy, a moment of gratitude, and an opportunity for these trailblazers to pass the torch to the next generation of leaders, educators, mentors, and difference-makers.

And let me say this calmly: we sell out every year. No panic. No pressure. Just a loving reminder that “I was planning to get my ticket” has never successfully reserved a seat. 😂

Come celebrate these incredible honorees while they are here to hear the applause, feel the love, and witness the impact of the seeds they planted.

🌈 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Delta Hotels by Marriott Chesapeake
🎟️ Tickets and tables: https://givebutter.com/c/somewhereovertherainbow26

Gather your classmates, colleagues, former students, family, and friends. Let’s fill the room for the people who have spent their lives filling others with knowledge, confidence, opportunity, and hope.

09/11/2026

When your Frog Street lesson is all about the Five Senses, what better way to introduce the concept than through a hands-on learning experience! 👀👂👃👅✋

Our little learners at MHK Richmond County had the opportunity to explore, touch, smell, see, hear, and taste as they discovered the amazing ways we use our five senses to learn about the world around us. Learning is always more meaningful when children can experience it for themselves! 💚💛

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

Last call for tickets!!
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Chesapeake, Virginia for an unforgettable evening of elegance, inspiration, and community impact.

The evening will feature live entertainment from Internationally known, R&B Super Star, Case and 5 Starr Band, a curated dining experience, and silent auction—all in support of Mile High Kids’ mission to empower children and families across Virginia through education, mentorship, and mental health support.

If you were with us last year, you already know what this evening means. You felt the energy in that room. You witnessed what it looks like when a community comes together with intention around children and families. This year is going to be even more powerful!!

This year, we are proud to honor outstanding leaders in early childhood and K–12 education who have impacted youth development, family engagement, and educational advocacy. These are the people who show up every day — in classrooms, in homes, in communities — and transform lives. Please help us celebrate them.

Dr. Peggy Britt
Mona Gunn
Ardonia Hall
Vanessa Hinton
Dr. Joseph Knight
Lindell Wallace
Regina Southall
Dr. Rosalyn Sanderlin
Dr. Marie Shepherd
Dr. Ella Ward
& Deborah Zearfoss-Davis

💃👔🤵🏽👗Come dressed in Whimsical Elegance — vibrant colors, bold textures, jewel tones, metallics, flowing gowns, colorful tuxedos, and creative black-tie fashion. Express your joy, hope, and creativity through style.

09/04/2026

🚨 TWO WEEKS AWAY—and you already know we SELL OUT every year! 🚨

The 6th Annual Somewhere Over the Rainbow Gala is almost here, and this is one night you do not want to hear about after the fact! 🌈✨

Join us Saturday, September 19, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Chesapeake for an unforgettable evening featuring a LIVE performance by R&B legend CASE, the incredible 5 Starr Band, a DJ, curated dining, specialty bars, a silent auction, red-carpet moments, networking, dancing, and so much more!

Come dressed to impress, bring your people, and prepare for a beautiful night of celebration with a purpose. Every ticket and table purchased helps Mile High Kids continue creating opportunities through mentorship, youth development, scholarships, mental-health and wellness support, family resources, and community enrichment.

Individual tickets are available—but if you’re coming with your crew, secure the whole table! Don’t wait until the final week and call me asking if I can squeeze you in. 😂 Once we’re sold out, we are SOLD OUT!

If you cannot attend, you can still support our children and families by making a donation through the same link. 💛

Join Mile High Kids for a night of elegance & impact. Sept 19, 2026 — Chesapeake, VA. Featuring R&B star Case. Tickets & sponsorships now open.

09/01/2026

🎉 The First Day of School is HERE! 🎉

Today marked the 1st day of school for MHK Virginia Beach! We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for another year filled with learning, growth, discovery, and new opportunities. 📚✨

We can’t wait to see what this new school year brings! Here’s to a wonderful, successful, and memorable 2026–2027 school year! 💚💛

Welcome back, MHK Virginia Beach! Let’s make it a great year! 🎉🍎

08/29/2026

🌟 Career Day at Cople Elementary School! 🌟

A special thank you to Officer Felts for taking the time to participate in Career Day and for including our Mile High Kids Head Start students in such a meaningful experience! 👮🏽‍♂️📚

Our students enjoyed learning about the important work of law enforcement and exploring the many possibilities that await them in their future careers.

Thank you, Officer Felts, for inspiring our little learners and helping them see that the sky is the limit! 💙✨

08/22/2026

MHK East Virginia is off to a GREAT start to the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉📚

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing staff, students, and families for helping us kick off the year with such positive energy. Your dedication, support, and commitment mean so much to us.

Here’s to a wonderful year filled with teaching, learning, growth, and success! 💚💛

We appreciate you!

08/22/2026

The MHK Education Team has been hard at work preparing for our students and families! 📚✨ We are excited and ready for a new school year filled with growth, learning, and meaningful experiences.

We anticipate a wonderful year of teaching and learning, and we can’t wait to see our students thrive! Here’s to an amazing 2026–2027 school year! 🍎💚💛

08/14/2026

There’s still time to catch as we celebrate WIC National Breastfeeding Week with our friends at WIC Program - Virginia Beach! Be sure to swing by our MHK table to see us before 3pm.