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Calendar 

Q: When does school start?   
A: This may be found in the CPS District Calendar

Q: Is the school calendar posted on the website?
A: This may be found in the CPS District Calendar

Class Size & Teacher-Student Ratio 

Q: What are the average class sizes?
A: Chesapeake Public Schools' average class sizes are below the state-mandated averages for class sizes. Typical average class sizes in the Chesapeake Public Schools are:

Q: What is the ratio of Teachers to Students?
A: The 2006-2007 Elementary Teacher to Student Ratio information made be viewed in this PDF:  ratios.pdf 

Registration & Testing;

Q: What is the procedure for registering?  
A: New residents, new students, and those transferring within the school system should register at the school which serves the community. 

To enter kindergarten a child must be 5 years old on or before September 30. Further information is available at each public school or by calling the School Administration Building at (757) 547-0153. View school List.

Q: What are the Standards of Learning results?  
A: Each school start page contains a link to the most recent SOL test scores published on the VDOE website. View school List.  View 2001-2003 SOL Test Results - [Excel format].

Q: What are the requirements for graduation?
A: Download the Graduation Requirements document [.pdf] here. 


Q: What is the entrance age for children in kindergarten? 
A: To enter kindergarten a child must be 5 years old on or before September 30. Further information is available at each public school or by calling the School Administration Building at 547-0153. 

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Special & Athletic Programs

Q: What gifted and talented, magnet programs are available? 
A:  Visit the Gifted and Talented Education Website for details. 

Q: What kinds of after-school programs are available? Is bus transportation provided for after-school programs?
A: Chesapeake Public Schools offers interscholastic activity programs, as well as a variety of academic and recreational clubs for middle and high school students. At the middle school level, intramural programs are also offered. Bus transportation is provided at designated locations.

Q: Do you have review classes for the SAT, ACT, and Standards of Learning tests? 
A: Review classes for the SAT and SOL tests are offered. There is a fee for the SAT test review classes.  Please contact your child's guidance counselor for more information.

Q: What is your home schooling policy? Who is the point of contact for additional information on home school procedures?
A: Chesapeake Public Schools abides by all of the state code requirements regarding home schooling policy. For more information, contact Jack Hannon, Office of Student Services at (757) 547-0153. 

Q: How can my child participate in programs that have early tryouts (cheerleading, choral groups, sports, etc)?  
A: Any child who can demonstrate residency in the city at any time during the upcoming year should contact the school they will be attending to receive specific information regarding sports / cheerleading / choral tryouts for that school.

The Chesapeake Middle School League establishes the starting dates for middle school practice sessions of athletic activities during the school year. At the middle school level, cheerleading tryouts are typically held in the spring after April 1st. 

High school interscholastic activities have start dates mandated by the Virginia High School League.

Questions regarding high and middle school interscholastic participation may be directed to Wayne Martin, Supervisor of Student Activities at (757) 547-1340. 

For specific information, contact the school. Schools List


Q: Has the school system reduced or eliminated athletic programs recently, due to reduced funding? 
A:  Chesapeake Public Schools has not eliminated any athletic programs due to reduced funding. 

Q: Do you offer a summer school program?  
A: Yes, a link to summer school programs is posted in March each school year.  View the Summer School page for more information.

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Military Families & IEP

Q: Are transitioning military children, moving into the school system, eligible for enrollment and participation in special programs?
A: Yes, transferring students who have a current IEP are eligible to receive special education and related services. 

Q: What is the proper procedure to apply for specialized services concerning disabled children? 
A: If the student has not been served previously in special education, he/she should be referred to the Child Study Committee (CSC) in his/her home school. If the CSC requests a formal evaluation, parent permission must be obtained prior to any type of assessment. Once the evaluation is completed, the case will come before an eligibility committee to determine if the student is eligible for special education services. If the student is found eligible, an IEP (Individualized Education Program) will be written for special education services. Services may begin once the parent has signed an agreement for the IEP. 

If the student transfers into the school division with a current IEP, the parent should inform the school that the student was receiving special education services and provide the school with a copy of the student's IEP and any prior completed evaluations. 

For further information regarding the special education process, contact the Director of Special Education at (757) 494-7600.

Q: Are your schools handicap accessible? 
A: The Chesapeake Public Schools division adheres to the American Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for program accessibility. Special requests should be made through the school's principal.

Transportation & Bus Routes

For questions concerning public school transportation services, please contact the Department of Transportation at (757) 547-1617.

Attendance Zone Policy

For questions concerning attendance zone policies, please contact the Department of Student Services at (757) 547-0545.

Attendance Zone Maps

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