🎭 Discover the Arts at gsARTS Open House! 🎨
Interested students and families are invited to tour The Governor's School for the Arts and hear directly from current students about their experiences in our beautiful facilities.
📅 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕕 Tours begin at 6:00 PM
⏰ Last tour begins at 7:45 PM
📍 254 Granby Street, Norfolk
This is a walking-only tour - come prepared to explore our creative spaces, from theater to visual arts, music to dance!
🅿️ Parking is best at MacArthur Center
For more information: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48696859
“Dr. Cotton has led Chesapeake Public Schools with integrity, compassion, and a relentless focus on what matters most, our students,” said School Board Chair Angela Swygert.
Under his leadership, we became the first Virginia school division with 100% Purple Star-certified schools, earned national awards for workforce innovation and communications, and strengthened family engagement.
“Serving Chesapeake Public Schools has been the honor of my career,” said Dr. Cotton. “Together, we have achieved incredible milestones that have enriched the lives of our students, families, and community. I am deeply grateful for the support of our dedicated staff, school board, and partners who made our vision a reality.”
🎓 College Fair at Indian River High School! 🎓
Save the date! Connect with colleges from around the state and get the information you need to plan for your future.
📅 Monday, October 27th
🕕 6:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Indian River High School
What to expect:
✨ Meet representatives from colleges across the state ✨ Learn about the college admissions process ✨ Get information on FAFSA and scholarships ✨ Special presentation by The Access College Foundation
This is your opportunity to explore your options and get your questions answered!
Register to attend: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47676447
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Got questions about mental health? Ask the experts! 💡
Join us for an open and informative session where mental health professionals will answer your most important questions. Whether you're looking for stress management strategies, want to understand anxiety better, or need guidance supporting a loved one. This is your opportunity to get real answers in a supportive, caring environment.
📅 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM - Dinner 🕡 6:30 PM - Presentation
📍 Crestwood Middle School Auditorium
Register at: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48695791
Everyone is welcome. Come get the support and information you need!
🍂 Parent Café: A Season of Change 🍂
Parenting is a journey, and you don't have to navigate it alone! Join us for Parent Café where we'll explore how to balance busy schedules while creating meaningful family time.
This month's focus: Two of the Five Protective Factors from Be Strong Families ✨ Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development ✨ Concrete Supports in Times of Need
📅 Tuesday, October 28, 2025
🍽️ 5:30 PM - Dinner
☕ 6:30 PM - Parent Café
📍 Lifestyle Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare 800 Battlefield Blvd. N., Chesapeake, VA 23320
👶 Childminding available for children 12 and under!
💻 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48694573
Presented by CHIP of South Hampton Roads, United Way of South Hampton Roads, FACE, and Chesapeake Regional Healthcare.
📣Shout out to our athletic directors, coaches, and club sponsors who dedicate themselves to our students every day!
🎨🎾Whether they’re coaching on the field, directing on stage, or leading clubs, they're building champions and shaping futures. Their impact goes way beyond games and performances - they’re creating confidence that lasts a lifetime. Chesapeake is lucky to have mentors who believe in every student.
Thank you for being you! 🌟#CPSCelebrates
October 20-24, we're celebrating our incredible bus drivers who safely transport thousands of students every single day!
THANK YOU to our dedicated drivers for their commitment to student safety! 💙🩵 #CPSCelebrates
The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!
🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
We had such a great time teaming up with one of our benefits providers, Marathon Health and Registered Dietitian Lydia Slottke for a beginner-friendly cooking demo! Our Culinary Arts students led stations on:
🔪 Knife skills
🥩 Meat preparation
🥗 Food safety
Together, they created a fresh Mediterranean Pasta Salad and learned simple, healthy kitchen skills. We’re so proud of our students for showing their talents and inspiring healthier living!
#EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
Each day this week features a different country's cuisine, and one lucky staff member becomes the official taste-tester in front of the whole lunchroom! 🌍
Huge shoutout to Mrs. Coryn Moore for this brilliant idea. You can really see the heart and dedication she put into making this week special for our students! #CPSCelebrates #SchoolLunchWeek
For more information about our School Nutrition Services, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/school-nutrition-services/
Ready to take your education to the next level? Applications are NOW LIVE for our Specialized Programs and Academies!
✨ Application Window: October 15 - November 5 ✨
🎯 Choose Your Path:
Governor's STEM Academy
Science & Medicine Academy
International Baccalaureate
Chesapeake Career Center
StemTech
📋 Get all the details: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47478730
Don't wait - these competitive programs fill up fast! Start your application today and take the first step toward your future.
📢We want your input on the school calendar options for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years. Your feedback helps us make decisions that best meet the needs of our community. Please take a few moments to complete this survey: https://cpschools.com/surveys
✈️ CALLING ALL LUNCHTIME EXPLORERS! 🌍
🍽️ This week the cafeteria becomes your passport to adventure during School Lunch Week! Our food service crew are your tour guides on this culinary adventure.
🍎 Prepare to taste the world in the cafeteria with flavors that will energize you for your next mission - heading back to the classroom ready to learn!
👉 For info on our School Nutrition Services visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/school-nutrition-services/
#CPSCelebrates
📅 Wednesday, October 15th | 5:00-7:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Career Center
What You'll Experience: 🏢 Building Tours - Explore our state-of-the-art facilities 👨🔧 Programs in Action - Watch students demonstrate skills and projects 💬 Student Q&A - Get the inside scoop from current CCC students 📋 Application Info - Learn the process for 2026-2027
🚨 IMPORTANT DATES: Applications Open: October 15th Applications Close: November 5th Open to students who will be in grades 10-12 for 2026-2027
Career Fields Include: ✅ Healthcare ✅ Information Technology
✅ Automotive Technology ✅ Cosmetology ✅ Culinary Arts ✅ Construction Trades ✅ And many more!
EXPERIENCE what makes CCC a launching pad for successful careers!
💻 More info on all specialized programs: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.
🔹 Legislative updates and priorities from Cozen O’Connor
🔹 A strategic Empower2030 update from Dr. Fallon Graham
🔹 A preview of our AI pilot initiative in CPS, shared by Mr. G. Thomas Coker, Jr. and Dr. Melissa Goodwin
These conversations are key to advancing forward-thinking strategies that strengthen opportunities for students and families across Chesapeake Public Schools.
#CPSCelebrates #VACrunch #VAFarmtoSchool
💻 Academy Information Night Webinar 💻
Ready to discover your perfect high school pathway? Join us online to learn about Chesapeake Public Schools' academies!
📅 Tuesday, October 14th | 6:30-7:30 PM 💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar
Perfect for current 8th graders planning for high school.
🚨 NEW FOR 2025: UPDATED APPLICATION WINDOW! 📝 Applications Open: October 15th ⏰ Applications Close: November 5th
Whether you're passionate about STEM, healthcare, international studies, or career training, we'll help you find the specialized pathway that's right for you! This is your chance to discover programs that could shape your entire high school experience and beyond.
📋 Register Now: tinyurl.com/CPSAcademies2025
💻 Learn More: cpschools.com/academies for detailed information about all district academies and specialized programs.
