Chesapeake Public Schools

3 Members of the Science and Medicine Academy, wearing purple SMA branded polos, smile for the camera.

Explore our four high school academies in Chesapeake Public Schools! Get a head start on your career or future education in focused career fields! Learn more today.

A welding student works on a project in the CCC welding studio.

Chesapeake Career Center

Gain hands-on industry skills and earn valuable credentials at the Chesapeake Career Center! Grades 10–12 can prepare for college or the workforce. Learn more!

A SmithTech student wearing a SmithTech t-shirt smiles for the camera from her seat at the grand opening event for SmithTech.

Computer Science Lab School

Empower your middle schooler at SmithTech! Our Computer Science Lab School, SmithTech, offers hands-on, innovative learning in core classes and electives. Learn more!

Middle students attending the World Of Wonder expo participate in a medical services presentation.

Specialized Programs

So much more to explore! Review our specialized program offerings in Chesapeake Public Schools to discover hands-on, authentic learning experiences that fit your student's future!

inspire | engage | empower

40,364

2025-2026 enrollment

48

Schools and Centers

15

15:1 Student-to-teacher ratio

100

100% Purple Star designation