Jevon Baskerville

educator for norfolk school board

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader."
-John Quincy Adams

Jevon Baskerville is an educator, organizational leader, and longtime Norfolk resident running for the Ward 5 seat on the Norfolk School Board because he believes our schools need leadership focused on results, accountability, and making schools better for every student. While no longer a K-12 classroom teacher, Jevon continues to impact education through his work in training, workforce development, and organizational strategy—helping people and systems perform at their highest potential.Known to many students as “Mr. B,” Jevon built his career on mentorship, leadership, and service. From the classroom to higher education and organizational development, he has earned a reputation for professionalism, innovation, and empowering others to succeed. His unique blend of classroom experience and systems-level leadership gives him a practical understanding of how school board decisions directly affect students, educators, families, and the future of Norfolk.Jevon’s vision for Norfolk Public Schools is centered on academic excellence, smarter resource management, educator support, transparent governance, and equity with measurable outcomes—because better schools require better strategy. As Norfolk faces challenges including school consolidation, declining enrollment, aging infrastructure, and budget uncertainty, Jevon is committed to helping the division move forward strategically, sustainably, and together.A Norfolk resident for more than a decade, Jevon graduated from Old Dominion University, where he served in several student leadership roles. He has since held leadership positions with the Urban League of Hampton Roads Young Professionals, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, the WHRO Community Advisory Board, and currently serves on the Mayor’s Housing Commission Subcommittee for Equity and Community Engagement. Currently, Jevon is pursuing his Masters & Doctorate dual-degree in Business Administration & Leadership.Jevon is also the owner of Baskerville Strategies, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in leadership development, branding, and organizational effectiveness. A devoted Christian and member of Calvary Revival Church, he is also a musician, mentor, former worship leader, and lifelong learner who believes every child deserves access to schools that are innovative, accountable, and built for long-term success.

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"We have to do it better if we want to make it better."

“Better Strategy. Better Systems. Better Schools.”

New Vision for Excellence, Equity, and Accountability in Norfolk Public SchoolsWhy I’m Running — A Renewed PurposeOur schools are the foundation of Norfolk’s future. When children thrive, our neighborhoods thrive — academically, socially, and economically. I am running for School Board again because Ward 5 deserves leadership that blends real-world experience, strategic thinking, and relentless advocacy for students, families, and educators.As an educator, organizational developer, and community leader, I bring a unique combination of classroom insight, data-informed decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving that Ward 5 has not yet seen at this level.