Do you know what #schoolcounselors really do? ⚠ Spoiler alert: It’s a lot.
This week, we’re celebrating their dedication to all students during National School Counseling Week. #NSCW24 Our counselors are #StandardsBased and #StudentFocused! #CPSCelebrates
🎨 ✨ We invite you to our 2024 Winter Art Show, featuring an extensive online gallery showcasing student artwork from various grades and artistic techniques.
Under the coordination of Mrs. Alexandria Taylor, Supervisor of Art and World Languages, the collaboration with art teachers across the district has resulted in a curated display of exceptional student talent. 🖼️ View ALL the galleries at https://www.cpschools.com/article/1440174
We extend our gratitude to our dedicated district art teachers for their ongoing commitment to inspiring and showcasing the artistic achievements of our students.👏 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS
Congratulations to our Chesapeake Middle School League Boys and Girls Basketball Champions from Indian River Middle School! 🏀
The IRM boys defeated Oscar Smith Middle School 49-32 and the IRM girls took home the title by defeating Greenbrier Middle School 53-46. #CPSCelebrates
What is CTE? Career and technical education, or CTE, is education that directly prepares students for high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand careers. 🚒💻🩹
CTE Month® is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs. We are so proud of our CTE teachers and students! #CPSCelebrates
During the month of February, we are proud to celebrate and observe Black History Month. It is a time to recognize African American culture and achievements in U.S. history.
The 2024 theme, “African Americans and the Arts,” explores the African American influence on visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression.
Learn more about how you can join us in celebrating: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1437414
🎉 Join us in saluting the service of over 800 school board members in Virginia for School Board Appreciation Month! The 2024 theme — The Heart of Education: Our School Board — acknowledges that the school board is at the heart of the education system, guiding it with kindness and care. The month-long observance is an opportunity to build a stronger understanding of the crucial role school boards assume in a constitutional republic. School boards voluntarily tackle the enormous job of governing public school divisions, while preserving the core of our democratic values. #CPSCelebrates
Join us on Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. to learn how students in grades 11 & 12 can get a start on college through dual enrollment courses offered in collaboration with Tidewater Community College. 🎓📚
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSdualenrollment
As a reminder today, January 25, 2024, is an early release day for all schools. 📅
In addition, Friday, January 26, 2024, and Monday, January 29, 2024, are Teacher Workdays. Click here to view our full calendar: http://cpschools.com/calendar
🏛️ 🇺🇸 Earlier today, our Superintendent, Dr. Jared Cotton, along with members of the School Board and his administrative team, had a productive session with state legislators in Richmond. Engaging discussions about key education issues in Chesapeake and across Virginia took place. 🎉 We look forward to collaborating with these elected officials on priorities, including expanding our Chesapeake Career Center program! 🤝 Thank you to the Virginia General Assembly for recognizing our division!
Check out this great opportunity to join our team! 🚧 The desired candidate will perform complex professional and difficult administrative work planning, directing and supervising new construction projects.
To apply, view the full job description using the link below: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
Does your child currently have an IEP and planning to attend college? Join us on Wed. Jan. 31st as our panel of experts discuss documents needed to receive support and learn more about self-advocating to obtain accommodations. Register at: http://tinyurl.com/IEP2024
Our 2nd Annual Teen Summit will be held on February 24, 2024, at Great Bridge High School from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All middle and high school students and families are invited to attend. See session topics and RSVP here: http://tinyurl.com/2024TS
Children develop a life-long love of reading when they have access to a variety of materials and creative ways to read. 📚 Join us on February 1st at 6:30 p.m. to find fun ways to incorporate reading at home.
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/WaystoRaiseaReader
Last night, the Grassfield High School Governor's STEM Academy hosted its annual STEM Showcase which allowed students to display and demonstrate their work over the last semester. Projects included architecture, video game design, engineering, community service initiatives, and more! 🎮🏚🔭
Governor's STEM students from Landstown High School also attended to see the Showcase as part an ongoing collaboration with the Grizzlies. #InspireCPS
🏫✨ It’s #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek and we invite you to a heartfelt tribute to our educational leaders in our latest podcast episode! 🎧 🎙
🌟 Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Chesapeake Public Schools' finest, Mr. Paul Joseph, principal of Oscar Smith High, and Dr. Michelle Ferebee, principal of Deep Creek Elementary. Join us in honoring their incredible stories and the unyielding commitment and passion they bring to their roles, enriching the lives of students and setting a standard for educational leadership. #ThanksCPSPrincipals #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
👉 You can listen at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on your favorite podcast platforms!
🎉 Celebrating Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week! 🏫
From January 14 - 20, 2024, join us by taking a moment to honor and appreciate the incredible dedication of our Chesapeake Public Schools principals! Thank you for your unwavering leadership, commitment, and the positive impact you make on our students, staff, and community every day.🌟#VASchoolPrincipalsWeek #ThanksCPSPrincipals 🍎📚 #CPSCelebrates
As a reminder, our schools and offices are closed today in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. #CPSCelebrates
Based on the results of our recent calendar survey, a new academic calendar option, Option B, was presented to the School Board on January 8, 2024. Before proceeding, the School Board wants to survey our school community regarding the two options. We invite you to review and complete our 2024-2025 Academic Calendar Options survey and select your preferred option for the 2024-2025 school year.
Please provide your feedback by January 22, 2024: http://cpschools.com/surveys
Learn more about transition planning to prepare students with disabilities for after high school on Jan. 18th at 6:30 p.m. Join VA Department of Aging and Rehabilitation Services as they share more information on their services.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/DARS101
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 9, 2024, are canceled, including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club.
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 get important updates, events and more!
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
