🗣️🏔️ ATTENTION Middle & High School Families! Join us at the 4th Annual Teen Summit THIS SATURDAY!
Is school stress following your student home? If so, Oscar Smith High’s session "When School Stress Comes Home" is for you!
Learn how academic pressure can affect moods and motivation and how parents can bridge the gap. Plus, there are many other sessions for both students and parents to help you navigate school like a pro!
The Details:
🗓️ Date: Feb 28
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Indian River High
🍕 FREE Lunch provided!
🔥 Sign up now to grab your spot: 🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
#TeenSummit2026
CPI is a FREE full-day program designed to give eligible children opportunities to create a firm educational foundation that can be used to achieve academic and social success.
Is your child eligible?
✅ Must live in Chesapeake
✅ Must be 4 years old by September 30, 2026
✅ Meet program eligibility criteria
Visit our website to review the details and start your application today; http://cpschools.com/cpi
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Meet some of your Indian River High School student leaders! These faces are just one of the many incredible teams you’ll see at the 4th Annual Teen Summit.
These IRHS pros are hosting "How to Approach 101" where they’ll be dropping all the tips and strategies you need to break the ice and vibe with new people in any environment. 🤝
📅 Date: Feb 28
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Location: Indian River High School
🍔 FREE LUNCH for everyone who attends!
This is just one session in a lineup designed specifically for you. Don't miss out on the food, the friends, and the skills.
🔗 Grab your spot here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
💻 NEW DATE: Discover Online Learning at CVA! 💻
Our Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA) Open House is February 24! Join us in person to explore K-12 virtual education options tailored for Chesapeake students.
📅 Rescheduled Date: February 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: School Administration Building (1421 Kristina Way)
What to Expect:
✨ Meet our dedicated teachers and staff.
✨ Learn about student expectations and enrollment.
✨ Discover exciting opportunities unique to CVA.
No RSVP is needed. This event is open to ALL families! As a reminder, CVA applications are due by March 12, 2026. See you there!
🔗 Details: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=52156125
Click through our virtual galleries and celebrate the creativity of our amazing students. This year’s show features a stunning collection of artwork from every grade level, showcasing a wide variety of techniques and media.
Our art teachers consistently inspire and empower our students, and we are so excited to share their talents with you.
✨ Explore the Galleries here: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2717299
Thank you for supporting the arts in our schools! 🖌️ #CPSCelebrates #ArtEducation
Ready to launch your teaching career this fall? Join the Chesapeake Public Schools family at our Student Teacher Meet & Greet! 🏫
📅 Feb. 26, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 School Administration Building (1421 Kristina Way)
What to Expect:
✨ Network with district principals & administrators.
✨ Get tips from our outstanding first-year teachers.
✨ Explore vacancies & potentially schedule on-the-spot interviews!
💼 Bring multiple copies of your resume and come ready to connect!
📝 RSVP & Learn More: https://www.cpschools.com/teach
✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!
📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School
Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265
This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
📢 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
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
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
🏛️ 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
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!
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
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
❤️ 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
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
Let's continue to create a community where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. 💙 #CPSCelebrates #VAKindnessWeek
