Student Testimonial
Every Student Has A Story Worth Telling
Ideas Become Scripts
Participation Leads to Career Path
Scenes Become Films
Students Become Storytellers
On Camera
Hear It From The Students
Student Testimonial
Student Testimonial
Student Testimonial
Student Testimonial
Student Voices
The Moment Students Start To Believe
It’s kind of inspiring in a way, cause I’m working with Hollywood people, real people, who you see on screen. I used to think ‘oh that can’t be real’ kind of thing — but they’re real people who are actually involved in the community.
Creative Confidence
This is the coolest thing I think I’ve ever done.
NGS Student Filmmaker
Hampton City Schools
Career Discovery
I’ve learned so much from everyone on set. I want to do this for the rest of my life.
NGS Student Filmmaker
Hampton City Schools
From Student To Storyteller
A student walks in thinking “I like movies” — and walks out saying “I made one”
Act I
Before NGS
Creativity, but limited access to gear, mentors, real sets — or the belief that their voice matters
Act II
During NGS
They learn how stories are created, collaborate with peers, and work under real creative discipline with mentor guidance
Act III
After NGS Final Cut
They leave with confidence, real experience, communication skills, and proof they can create meaningful work
Featured Student Stories
Films Students Wrote, Directed And Premiered
Four Hampton City Schools films premiered at the Ferguson Center for the Arts at the 2024 NGS Film Festival. Every trailer below is student work.
Best Original Screenplay & Best Comedy
Omelet Sunday
All Timothy wants is to make breakfast — even if it is the middle of the zombie apocalypse.
Watch The Trailer
Best Drama
Until Daylight Comes
Two brothers learn unexpected lessons about life and themselves on a camping trip.
Watch The Trailer
Best Supporting Actor
Chain Shot
Two rival pirates are ready to duke it out — but their first mates have other ideas.
Watch The Trailer
Stories From The Set
Every Production Becomes A Classroom
A writer sees words become action. An actor learns to listen. A director learns to guide. A crew member discovers how camera, lighting, sound, and timing shape emotion.
Stories From The Festival
Students Are Recognized As Storytellers
For many students, the NGS Film Festival is the moment everything becomes real. They see their work on screen, hear an audience respond, and feel that their story matters.
What Donors Make Possible
Every Student Story Exists Because Someone Gave Them an Opportunity
Donors, sponsors, schools, mentors, and community partners help students move from watching stories to creating them.
Filmmaking education
Industry mentorship
Production equipment
On-set experiences
Festival opportunities
Scholarships and awards
Student showcases
Career pathway exposure
The Next Story
The Next Student Story Is Waiting
There are students right now with ideas they have never shared, talent they have not discovered, and stories that deserve to be told.
With your support, NGS can bring filmmaking education, mentorship, equipment, production experience, and public recognition to more students and communities.
Help Create The Next Student Story