📢 We are exploring the possibility of launching a new Specialized High School Academy, and we want to hear from YOU!
Your ideas can help shape new programs connected to real-world careers and future opportunities. This is your chance to help design learning experiences that are relevant to students' interests and goals.
👉The survey is open through February 24, 2026.
Take a few minutes to share your thoughts and make your voice count! https://www.cpschools.com/surveys
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS to our student orators who competed in the 2026 Chesapeake Middle School League (CMSL) Speech Tournament. It takes immense courage and skill to stand up and speak with such passion!
A huge round of applause to our category winners and our overall champion school! 👏
🎤 Oratory
1st Place: Avika Vikas – Great Bridge Middle
2nd Place: Skylar Twyman – Hickory Middle
3rd Place: Milinda Butler – Oscar Smith Middle
📜 Poetry
1st Place: Mariyah Tillman – Crestwood Middle
2nd Place: Cate Close – Indian River Middle
3rd Place: Florence Carlson – Western Branch Middle
📖 Prose
1st Place: Crielle Tanksley – Hickory Middle
2nd Place: Kate Meadows – Indian River Middle
3rd Place: Emilee Moya – Great Bridge Middle
🏆 2026 CMSL Speech Tournament Champions – Hickory Middle School
#CPSCelebrates #CMSLSpeech
A huge round of applause to our category winners and our overall champion school! 👏
🎤 Oratory
1st Place: Avika Vikas – Great Bridge Middle
2nd Place: Skylar Twyman – Hickory Middle
3rd Place: Milinda Butler – Oscar Smith Middle
📜 Poetry
1st Place: Mariyah Tillman – Crestwood Middle
2nd Place: Cate Close – Indian River Middle
3rd Place: Florence Carlson – Western Branch Middle
📖 Prose
1st Place: Crielle Tanksley – Hickory Middle
2nd Place: Kate Meadows – Indian River Middle
3rd Place: Emilee Moya – Great Bridge Middle
🏆 2026 CMSL Speech Tournament Champions – Hickory Middle School
#CPSCelebrates #CMSLSpeech
✨ This week, we celebrate School Board Clerk Week (Feb 16-20)!
With steady hands and strong roots, our School Board Clerks are grounded in trust and dedication. They support every decision and detail with their knowledge, ensuring the work behind the scenes is as solid as the foundation it stands on.
From preparing agendas to maintaining official records, our clerk keeps our district running smoothly with professionalism and care. Thank you for your commitment to serving our students, families, and community! 💙
#CPSCelebrates
With steady hands and strong roots, our School Board Clerks are grounded in trust and dedication. They support every decision and detail with their knowledge, ensuring the work behind the scenes is as solid as the foundation it stands on.
From preparing agendas to maintaining official records, our clerk keeps our district running smoothly with professionalism and care. Thank you for your commitment to serving our students, families, and community! 💙
#CPSCelebrates
Friendly reminder: All schools and district offices will be CLOSED on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents' Day.
🏛️ We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy the long weekend!
🏛️ We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy the long weekend!
💙🖤 Today we celebrate School Safety Appreciation! Thank you to our School Resource Officers, School Security Officers, and School Resource Deputies. You are mentors, protectors, and a vital part of our family. Thanks for keeping us safe! 👮♂️
#CPSCelebrates #SchoolSafetyAppreciationDay
📢 Attention High School Students and Guardians: Want to unlock college credits before high school graduation?
Join us for Dual Enrollment Information Night to learn how your student can save time and money by earning an Associate’s Degree while in high school!
📅 When: February 17, 2026
⏰ Times: 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM
📍 Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building (1428 Cedar Road)
👥 Who: Best for families of 9th-grade students!
📝 Register for your time slot here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420
Can't make it this month? We have sessions on March 17, April 21, and May 19!
Join us for Dual Enrollment Information Night to learn how your student can save time and money by earning an Associate’s Degree while in high school!
📅 When: February 17, 2026
⏰ Times: 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM
📍 Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building (1428 Cedar Road)
👥 Who: Best for families of 9th-grade students!
📝 Register for your time slot here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420
Can't make it this month? We have sessions on March 17, April 21, and May 19!
🎙️ This Black History Month, we’re proud to share stories rooted right here in Chesapeake. On our latest podcast episode, Dr. Ella Ward, educator, former School Board member, and current Chesapeake City Council Member, reflects on a lifetime of service and the lasting legacy of the historic Cornland School. You’ll also hear from Principal Wade Sloan of Portlock Primary School about how students honor Black History Month in meaningful ways that help them confidently say, “I can.”
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Congratulations to Mr. Compton from Greenbrier Intermediate, our Crossing Guard of the Year! 🏆
Thank you for your dedication to keeping our students safe and starting their mornings with such positivity. We're lucky to have you!🛑
#CPSCelebrates #CrossingGuardAppreciationDay
Thank you for your dedication to keeping our students safe and starting their mornings with such positivity. We're lucky to have you!🛑
#CPSCelebrates #CrossingGuardAppreciationDay
🤖 Congrats to our VEX Robotics Team Challenge Champions!
This weekend middle school teams from across the city competed for the win, and two teams have officially punched their tickets to the State Competition:
💜🤍 Deep Creek Middle (Robot Control): Anabelle Buchanan, Anora Ellis, Taylor Deprisco, Karthik Elangumthazhath Sinoj, & Kayden Roscoe.
💛🖤 Hugo Owens Middle (The HOMies): Matthew Anderson, Theodore Gilmartin, Charlie Kennedy, Wilson Largey, Grady Sickels, & Isaac Woods.
🌟A special shout-out goes to Deep Creek Elementary for winning the Sportsmanship Award!
We are proud of these talented innovators and team-players! ⚙️#CPSCelebrates #VEXRobotics #STEM #Sportsmanship
🚸 Today we’re celebrating Virginia Department of Transportation Crossing Guard Appreciation Day!
❤️ Our crossing guards go above and beyond to protect our kids and brighten their days. Take a moment today to let them know how much they mean to us!
#CPSCelebrates #CrossingGuardAppreciationDay
❤️ Our crossing guards go above and beyond to protect our kids and brighten their days. Take a moment today to let them know how much they mean to us!
#CPSCelebrates #CrossingGuardAppreciationDay
👏 Huge round of applause for Mitchell Kearney! 🏆
Mitchell earned an Honorable Mention in the Bobby Scott Congressional App Challenge! This Deep Creek Middle 7th grader coded an impressive game in Scratch that teaches players business etiquette as they race to the finish line.
Way to go, Mitchell! 💻 #CPSCelebrates
Mitchell earned an Honorable Mention in the Bobby Scott Congressional App Challenge! This Deep Creek Middle 7th grader coded an impressive game in Scratch that teaches players business etiquette as they race to the finish line.
Way to go, Mitchell! 💻 #CPSCelebrates
🌟 This week, we're celebrating Virginia Kindness Week! Whether through a warm smile, a helping hand, or a thoughtful word, we love to see our students and staff lifting each other up. These moments remind us that kindness isn't just something we teach, it's who we are.
Let's continue to create a community where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. 💙 #CPSCelebrates #VAKindnessWeek
Let's continue to create a community where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. 💙 #CPSCelebrates #VAKindnessWeek
🏫 Construction is underway for our newest elementary school in the Culpepper Landing neighborhood of Deep Creek scheduled to open in the Fall of 2027.
📋 Help us plan for this exciting addition! Community members in the City of Chesapeake are invited to share your feedback on the proposed attendance zone options:
✅ Complete the online survey by February 12, 2026
✅ Attend the Open House: February 11, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM | Hugo Owens Middle School
At the Open House, you'll be able to explore the proposed zones and ask questions.
👉 Take the survey and learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/new-elementary-school
📋 Help us plan for this exciting addition! Community members in the City of Chesapeake are invited to share your feedback on the proposed attendance zone options:
✅ Complete the online survey by February 12, 2026
✅ Attend the Open House: February 11, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM | Hugo Owens Middle School
At the Open House, you'll be able to explore the proposed zones and ask questions.
👉 Take the survey and learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/new-elementary-school
🎓Right here in Chesapeake, students with disabilities are gaining real-world work experience through Project SEARCH! Thanks to our partnership with Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, students can spend their final year of high school fully immersed in the workplace, learning, growing, and building skills that matter.
Come learn how this transformative program blends classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on job training into one powerful school-to-work experience.
📅 Project SEARCH Information Night
📍 The Lifestyle Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare - 800 N. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23320
🕥 February 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Whether you're a parent, student, or community member this event is for you. We'd love to see you there!
🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51142612
Come learn how this transformative program blends classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on job training into one powerful school-to-work experience.
📅 Project SEARCH Information Night
📍 The Lifestyle Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare - 800 N. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23320
🕥 February 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Whether you're a parent, student, or community member this event is for you. We'd love to see you there!
🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51142612
❄️ Due to potential for hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
💻 Visit our website for additional details: http://cpschools.com/emergency
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and receive important updates, events, and more.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/4pncEZl
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
💻 Visit our website for additional details: http://cpschools.com/emergency
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and receive important updates, events, and more.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/4pncEZl
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
🏔️ Join our 4th Annual Teen Summit, a FREE conference for students in grades 6-12 that tackles real issues that matter. Hear from student peers, teachers, community members, and our featured speaker!
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
🌟 Celebrating School Board Appreciation Month! 🌟
This year's theme, "From Strong Roots, Come Endless Possibilities" captures the vital role our School Board plays in the success of our schools. Through their leadership, they ensure every student has the resources, opportunities, and support needed to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
Our locally elected School Board members make critical decisions that shape our district's future, and advocate for the needs of our students, families, and community.
Thank you for your dedication, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to our schools.
👉 Learn more about our Board: https://www.cpschools.com/page/school-board
This year's theme, "From Strong Roots, Come Endless Possibilities" captures the vital role our School Board plays in the success of our schools. Through their leadership, they ensure every student has the resources, opportunities, and support needed to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
Our locally elected School Board members make critical decisions that shape our district's future, and advocate for the needs of our students, families, and community.
Thank you for your dedication, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to our schools.
👉 Learn more about our Board: https://www.cpschools.com/page/school-board
❤️ February 2-6, 2026 is National School Counseling Week, and we’re excited to celebrate our school counselors who make a difference in our students' lives!
This year's theme: "School Counselors Amplify Student Success" perfectly captures what we see every day: our counselors empowering students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and dream big!
This week, take a moment to thank a school counselor for the amazing work they do. 🎉#CPSCelebrates
This year's theme: "School Counselors Amplify Student Success" perfectly captures what we see every day: our counselors empowering students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and dream big!
This week, take a moment to thank a school counselor for the amazing work they do. 🎉#CPSCelebrates
❄️ Due to the continued impact of the recent winter storm and conditions of secondary roads, Chesapeake Public Schools will transition to Asynchronous Remote Learning on February 3, 2026. Students do not report to school.
More information regarding remote learning guidelines and expectations has been shared with staff and families via email.
💻For additional information, please visit our emergency page: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
More information regarding remote learning guidelines and expectations has been shared with staff and families via email.
💻For additional information, please visit our emergency page: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
Celebrating Career and Technical Education Month! 🔧🩺💻
This February, we honor our CTE programs that prepare students for bright futures. From healthcare and engineering to culinary arts and skilled trades, our students gain hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world skills.
Whether students enter the workforce, pursue apprenticeships, or continue their education, CTE connects passion to career pathways.
Thank you to our dedicated CTE educators who inspire students to discover their potential and build successful futures! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
This February, we honor our CTE programs that prepare students for bright futures. From healthcare and engineering to culinary arts and skilled trades, our students gain hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world skills.
Whether students enter the workforce, pursue apprenticeships, or continue their education, CTE connects passion to career pathways.
Thank you to our dedicated CTE educators who inspire students to discover their potential and build successful futures! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
