We are wrapping up National Student Leadership this week and are celebrating the MVPs of our schools for all they do to promote service, spirit, and community! #NSLW2024
Congratulations to four of our student councils who were recently named 2024 National Gold Councils of Excellence. 🥇
Western Branch Middle School was the only middle school in Virginia to earn the recognition. Western Branch High School received the award for the first time, and Grassfield High and Hickory High both earned the honor again this year.
Deep Creek High, Grassfield High, Hickory High, and Western Branch High were also recognized with the VSCA State Achievement Award.
In addition, Western Branch High received the VSCA Outstanding Service Project Award and had two students, Jayla Washington and Amari Sykes, elected to state VSCA officer positions.
Today is Administrative Professionals Day, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to ALL of our administrative professionals! Their tireless dedication and unwavering support help our offices and schools run smoothly every day. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community! 🎉👏 #CPSCelebrates
Last Friday, B. M. Williams Primary School hosted a parade for its military families to celebrate April as the Month of the Military Child. Students and their families were invited to parade through the halls wearing their service uniforms and their red, white and blue.
A special thanks to School Board Members, Dr. Brittany Walker, Mrs. Kim Scott, and Mr. John McCormick for attending the event, as well as principal Mrs. Allison Taylor for the continued commitment to honoring our military families.
All of our military families are also invited to join us for Operation Military Families at Indian River High School on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30-6:30 p.m. You can register using the link: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024
Last week, Indian River Middle School participated in their Braves Give Back initiative to support Evelyn's Wildlife Refuge. 🦝🦊 Students spent the week making 40 fleece blankets to distribute to the refuge and other wildlife rehabilitation locations.
Last night's Student Teacher Meet and Greet hosted at Grassfield High School was a huge success.
Thank you to everyone who attended! We'd love to see you start your career with Chesapeake Public Schools! Apply online: http://cpschools.com/teach
Thank you so much to Walmart Neighborhood Market Chesapeake - Kempsville Rd for donating $1,500 this morning to the Chesapeake Public Schools Educational Foundation as part of their Grand Re-opening celebration! 🎉 We appreciate your support of our schools! #CPSCelebrates
Yesterday, third grade students at Southwestern Elementary were able to participate in a Fire Safety Education Program! The program was presented thanks to a collaborative effort between the Chesapeake Fire Department, the Department of School Safety and Security and Curriculum and Instruction.
Students got to learn about fire prevention methods, how to identify an emergency and what to do in an emergency situation. They even had the opportunity to explore a fire engine while participating in fun and creative activities!
Special thanks to the Chesapeake Fire Department and the Community Risk Reduction Division for their continuing commitment to educating our students and our community.
The Elementary Spring Art Show is currently underway at the Chesapeake Central Library! Visit the library during operating hours to see some of the amazing artwork by our Elementary students.
The Elementary Spring Art Show will run through April 23, 2024 so don’t miss your opportunity to see some spectacular and creative artwork. The Middle and High School Spring Art Show will take place from May 2-14, 2024 at the Chesapeake Central Library.
Thank you to our art teachers for giving our students the opportunity to showcase their talents and their creativity. 🎨🎉
Today, Deep Creek Central Elementary School celebrated its military-connected students with a very special parade. 💜 The parade featured the award-winning Deep Creek High School JROTC, retired armed forces members from their staff, and their military-connected students.
Special thanks to their "Anchored for Life Program" for organizing this great event. Don't forget to join us tomorrow and wear your purple to celebrate #PurpleUpVA and honor all of our military-connected students and their families! 💜
🇺🇸 April is the Month of the Military Child, providing an opportunity to recognize and honor the service of Virginia’s youngest heroes, over 77,000 military-connected children. Remember to show your support for our military-connected students for the annual “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, by wearing your purple gear! 💜 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School.
We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302
We Are Hiring!
Know someone who would be a great addition to our team? Bus drivers, custodians, and school nutrition workers can earn a $500 bonus per month through June 15, 2024.
Learn more and apply today at http://cpschools.com/jobs.
Our elementary student teams did an incredible job at the Battle of the Books this weekend! Congratulations to the teams below who now advance to the finals on May 2, 2024, at Tidewater Community College from 6-8 p.m. 📚
Session 1:
🥇Cedar Road Elementary
🥈Grassfield Elementary School
Session 2:
🥇Hickory Elementary School
🥈Great Bridge Intermediate
🥉G.W. Carver Intermediate School
🎧 April is the Month of the Military Child, and we invite you to join us for a special episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast: "Supporting Our Military Families.” 💜 🇺🇸 In this episode, Laura Lerf, one of our Family and Community Engagement Specialists, and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer, the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, share the successful partnership and collaborative resources designed to ease the challenges faced by our military-connected students and families. 🌟 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
🎉 April is here, and it’s time to kick off School Library Month! 📚
Sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians, this month is dedicated to celebrating our incredible school librarians and the vital role of school libraries. Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these devoted professionals who inspire learning and transform our educational journey!
🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!
Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024
♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates
🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates
🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302
🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered.
🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!
