This February, we honor a remarkable centennial: 100 years since Dr. Carter G. Woodson established what would become Black History Month. His vision in 1925 sparked a movement that transformed how we understand history, identity, and community.

This year's theme, "A Century of Black History Commemorations" celebrates the enduring impact of his legacy along with the achievements, contributions, and resilience of Black Americans who have shaped our nation and world. #CPSCelebrates
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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❄️ Due to inclement weather and the potential impact on road conditions, all Chesapeake Public Schools will be closed on February 2, 2026.

For more information about school closings, please visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency

We hope you enjoy a safe snow day! ❄️
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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📚 Our teachers spent part of their workday as students. They spent time learning from education expert Dr. Catlin Tucker about strategies to help every student succeed through personalized learning and student choice.

Thank you to Dr. Tucker and our dedicated teachers for always striving to do what's best for our kids! ✨
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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UPDATE: DUE TO WEATHER RELATED CLOSURES, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

🖥️ Discover Online Learning at CVA Open House!

Explore K-12 virtual education options for Chesapeake students at our in-person event!

📅 February 3
⌚ 6:00-7:30 PM
📍 School Administration Building

Meet teachers, ask questions & learn about:

✅ Student expectations
✅ Enrollment requirements
✅ Exciting opportunities

Open to ALL Chesapeake families. No RSVP needed!

⏰ CVA applications due March 12, 2026

Join us to see if online learning is right for your student!
👉 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=50705948

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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❤️ Our Adaptive Physical Education program ensures that every student has the opportunity to experience PE through personalized support and adaptations. 🏊

🎥 Watch Western Branch Primary students shine in their swim class at the YMCA: https://youtu.be/3m98-iJN9d8

We're so proud of these instructors and the difference they make every day! #CPSCelebrates
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🩺🏈 FREE Sports Physicals - No Appointment Needed!

Join us for FREE sports physicals available to ALL students, whether you have insurance or not.
📅 Date: January 29
⏰ Time: 3:45 PM - 7:00 PM
📍Crestwood Middle School Gymnasium

Walk-ins welcome! Physicals will be provided by Sentara Health on a first-come, first-served basis.

💡Save time by filling out your physical form beforehand! Visit our Athletics and Student Activities Page to download the form: https://www.cpschools.com/page/athletics-student-activities

See you there!

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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‼️Due to potential for hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 26, 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

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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💥 Shoutout to this DYNAMITE duo! 💥

Ron and Emanuel, aka TNT, live up to their nickname! These School Warehouse superstars spent the morning making special deliveries of snacks and meals (provided by the Chesapeake Public Schools Educational Foundation and Chesapeake Rotary) for students in need.

This is what it means to be part of our team, going the extra mile (literally!) to make a difference in our students' lives. 🚐

Want to work with this incredible team? We're hiring! Whether you're interested in joining our Warehouse team or exploring opportunities in other areas, we'd love to have you on board. Check out all our current openings at www.cpschools.com/careers.

Thank you, Ron and Emanuel! 🧨
#CPSCelebrates

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🩺🏈 FREE Sports Physicals - No Appointment Needed!

Join us for FREE sports physicals available to ALL students, whether you have insurance or not.

📅 Date: January 29
⏰ Time: 3:45 PM - 7:00 PM
📍Crestwood Middle School Gymnasium

Walk-ins welcome! Physicals will be provided by Sentara Health on a first-come, first-served basis.

💡Save time by filling out your physical form beforehand! Visit our Athletics and Student Activities Page to download the form: https://www.cpschools.com/page/athletics-student-activities

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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📢 We want to hear from YOU as we search for our next Superintendent!

📝 Take the Survey: Share your priorities and vision for our schools by January 28, 2026. More information and access to the survey is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2633422

🎤 Share Feedback at our Public Hearing:
📅 January 26, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM (following the 6:00 PM Regular Meeting)
📍 School Administration Building

🎥 Take a look at this message from our School Board Chairman: https://youtu.be/_8-h79HBCCc

Your voice matters in selecting the leader who will guide our district forward. We look forward to hearing from our City of Chesapeake community!

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🎙️ Hall Pass to History: Indian River High School

Last week was Virginia Principals Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating the leadership that helps schools “RISE.” In this episode, IRHS junior Adrian Langaster sets the stage for a conversation with Principal Naomi Dunbar and former Principal James L. Frye on what makes IRHS feel like family and how they “RISE” together. From murals and modernization to pep rallies, mentorship, and moments of care that define a community, this story shows how culture is built day by day, person by person.

🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Hall Pass to History: Indian River High with Jimmy Frye, Naomi Dunbar, & Adrian Langaster
As a reminder, our schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. #MLKDay2026 #CPSCelebrates
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🚸Rain or shine, our dedicated crossing guards are there every day to keep our students safe on their journey to and from school! 🌧️☀️

Do you know a crossing guard who goes above and beyond? Nominate them as one of Virginia's Most Outstanding Crossing Guards!

👉 Submit your nomination to the Virginia Department of Transportation by January 28, 2026: http://bit.ly/4buFXoK

🗓️ Mark your calendars: Crossing Guard Appreciation Day is February 11, 2026!

Let's celebrate these everyday heroes who protect our students! #CPSCelebrates #CrossingGuards #StudentSafety
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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💻 Chesapeake Virtual Academy Applications are NOW OPEN!

Students and families, whether new or returning, must apply to Chesapeake Virtual Academy annually. The application window for the 2026-2027 academic year is NOW OPEN!

Important Details:
📅 Application deadline: March 12, 2026
📝 Full-time students commit for the full year

The application process helps families understand what's required of CVA students and provides information to help you decide if virtual learning is the right fit.

👉 Ready to apply? Visit our CVA Apply Now page: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cva/page/apply

👉 Want to learn more? Check out the webinar tonight at 6:30pm: www.cpschools.com/events?id=50140242
or Explore our CVA website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cva/page/about
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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✨We're Hiring! One Stop Job Fair

📅 January 14th | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 School Administration Building | 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake

NOW HIRING:
🚌 Bus Drivers
🍽️ School Nutrition Services
🧹 Custodial Services

Don't miss out! Come meet our team and explore opportunities to make a difference in our schools!

👉 Learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49469064
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🎉 Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week is Jan 12-16! Remember to thank your principal next week. A kind word or note can brighten their day! ☀️ Let's show our principals how much they mean to us!
#CPSCelebrates #VAPrincipalsWeek
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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💻 Our Adult & Continuing Education spring registration is officially OPEN! We're excited to highlight our CompTIA A+ Certification program!

Ready to launch your IT career? CompTIA A+ is the most essential certification for breaking into the tech industry. Whether you're new to IT or looking to advance your current position, this certification validates your skills in troubleshooting, networking, and security across various devices. You'll gain the technical expertise and communication skills employers are seeking, setting the foundation for a successful and rewarding IT career!

Discover our Adult Education programs and find the perfect fit for your goals.

Who can enroll? Anyone 18 and older (open to City of Chesapeake residents and surrounding communities!)

👉 Browse all course options and register by January 12, 2026: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/adult-and-continuing-education

✨ Don't wait! Now is the perfect moment to gain new skills and open doors to exciting opportunities.
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🗣️ Spring semester registration for Adult & Continuing Education is NOW OPEN! Today we are showcasing our Conversational Spanish program!

Ready to speak Spanish? Our comprehensive program takes you from beginner to confident speaker through Levels 1, 2, and 3. You'll develop real-world communication skills perfect for traveling, enhancing your career, or connecting with Spanish-speaking friends and neighbors. Each level builds on the last, creating a clear learning path whether you're just starting out or ready to take your Spanish to the next level! Discover our Adult Education programs and find the perfect fit for your goals.

Who can enroll? Anyone 18 and older (open to City of Chesapeake residents and surrounding communities!)

👉 Browse all course options and register by January 12, 2026: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/adult-and-continuing-education

✨ Start your journey today! This spring is the perfect time to invest in yourself and learn something new.
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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☀️ Harbor Hope Center provides a full-time regional recovery program combining academic instruction and therapeutic services in a safe, supportive setting at no cost to families.

📝 Accepting Interest Forms
📍 The Harbor Hope Center is located in Chesapeake

🚸 Open to students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools, Norfolk Public Schools, Portsmouth Public Schools, Suffolk VA Public Schools, and VBSchools.

💬 Families are encouraged to express interest by completing the following form: https://shorturl.at/zyhfd

Find out more by visiting: https://www.cpschools.com/page/harbor-hope

#HarborHopeCenter #StudentRecovery #HopeAndHealing #RecoverySchool
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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Join us for our monthly Dual Enrollment Information Night to discover how your student can earn college credits while still in high school!

Date: January 20, 2026
Time(S): TWO sessions offered: 4:00 - 5:00 PM or 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building 1428 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

What You'll Learn:
🎓 How dual enrollment works and who qualifies
📚 The opportunity for students to earn a Social Science Associate's Degree during grades 10-12
💰 Cost savings and benefits of earning college credits early
📝 Application process and important deadlines
🗓️ Course scheduling and how it fits with high school requirements
✅ Next steps to get your student enrolled

Who Should Attend:
This event is perfect for families of 9th grade students who want to explore advanced academic opportunities. Parents, guardians, and students are all welcome!

💻 For more information and TO REGISTER for a time slot, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215419

Can't make this date? This event will also be offered on these upcoming dates:

February 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420
March 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215421
April 21: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215422
May 19: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215423

Hosted by: Chesapeake Public Schools College and Career Readiness Department
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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