🎙️ This Black History Month, we’re proud to share stories rooted right here in Chesapeake. On our latest podcast episode, Dr. Ella Ward, educator, former School Board member, and current Chesapeake City Council Member, reflects on a lifetime of service and the lasting legacy of the historic Cornland School. You’ll also hear from Principal Wade Sloan of Portlock Primary School about how students honor Black History Month in meaningful ways that help them confidently say, “I can.”
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Congratulations to Mr. Compton from Greenbrier Intermediate, our Crossing Guard of the Year! 🏆
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
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
🚸 Today we’re celebrating Virginia Department of Transportation Crossing Guard Appreciation Day!
❤️ 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
❤️ 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
👏 Huge round of applause for Mitchell Kearney! 🏆
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
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
🌟 This week, we're celebrating Virginia Kindness Week! Whether through a warm smile, a helping hand, or a thoughtful word, we love to see our students and staff lifting each other up. These moments remind us that kindness isn't just something we teach, it's who we are.
Let's continue to create a community where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. 💙 #CPSCelebrates #VAKindnessWeek
Let's continue to create a community where every child feels valued, supported, and loved. 💙 #CPSCelebrates #VAKindnessWeek
🏫 Construction is underway for our newest elementary school in the Culpepper Landing neighborhood of Deep Creek scheduled to open in the Fall of 2027.
📋 Help us plan for this exciting addition! Community members in the City of Chesapeake are invited to share your feedback on the proposed attendance zone options:
✅ Complete the online survey by February 12, 2026
✅ Attend the Open House: February 11, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM | Hugo Owens Middle School
At the Open House, you'll be able to explore the proposed zones and ask questions.
👉 Take the survey and learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/new-elementary-school
📋 Help us plan for this exciting addition! Community members in the City of Chesapeake are invited to share your feedback on the proposed attendance zone options:
✅ Complete the online survey by February 12, 2026
✅ Attend the Open House: February 11, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM | Hugo Owens Middle School
At the Open House, you'll be able to explore the proposed zones and ask questions.
👉 Take the survey and learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/new-elementary-school
🎓Right here in Chesapeake, students with disabilities are gaining real-world work experience through Project SEARCH! Thanks to our partnership with Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, students can spend their final year of high school fully immersed in the workplace, learning, growing, and building skills that matter.
Come learn how this transformative program blends classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on job training into one powerful school-to-work experience.
📅 Project SEARCH Information Night
📍 The Lifestyle Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare - 800 N. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23320
🕥 February 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Whether you're a parent, student, or community member this event is for you. We'd love to see you there!
🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51142612
Come learn how this transformative program blends classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on job training into one powerful school-to-work experience.
📅 Project SEARCH Information Night
📍 The Lifestyle Center at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare - 800 N. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23320
🕥 February 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Whether you're a parent, student, or community member this event is for you. We'd love to see you there!
🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51142612
❄️ Due to potential for hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Thursday, February 5, 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
💻 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
🏔️ Join our 4th Annual Teen Summit, a FREE conference for students in grades 6-12 that tackles real issues that matter. Hear from student peers, teachers, community members, and our featured speaker!
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
🌟 Celebrating School Board Appreciation Month! 🌟
This year's theme, "From Strong Roots, Come Endless Possibilities" captures the vital role our School Board plays in the success of our schools. Through their leadership, they ensure every student has the resources, opportunities, and support needed to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
Our locally elected School Board members make critical decisions that shape our district's future, and advocate for the needs of our students, families, and community.
Thank you for your dedication, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to our schools.
👉 Learn more about our Board: https://www.cpschools.com/page/school-board
This year's theme, "From Strong Roots, Come Endless Possibilities" captures the vital role our School Board plays in the success of our schools. Through their leadership, they ensure every student has the resources, opportunities, and support needed to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
Our locally elected School Board members make critical decisions that shape our district's future, and advocate for the needs of our students, families, and community.
Thank you for your dedication, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to our schools.
👉 Learn more about our Board: https://www.cpschools.com/page/school-board
❤️ February 2-6, 2026 is National School Counseling Week, and we’re excited to celebrate our school counselors who make a difference in our students' lives!
This year's theme: "School Counselors Amplify Student Success" perfectly captures what we see every day: our counselors empowering students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and dream big!
This week, take a moment to thank a school counselor for the amazing work they do. 🎉#CPSCelebrates
This year's theme: "School Counselors Amplify Student Success" perfectly captures what we see every day: our counselors empowering students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and dream big!
This week, take a moment to thank a school counselor for the amazing work they do. 🎉#CPSCelebrates
❄️ Due to the continued impact of the recent winter storm and conditions of secondary roads, Chesapeake Public Schools will transition to Asynchronous Remote Learning on February 3, 2026. Students do not report to school.
More information regarding remote learning guidelines and expectations has been shared with staff and families via email.
💻For additional information, please visit our emergency page: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
More information regarding remote learning guidelines and expectations has been shared with staff and families via email.
💻For additional information, please visit our emergency page: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
Celebrating Career and Technical Education Month! 🔧🩺💻
This February, we honor our CTE programs that prepare students for bright futures. From healthcare and engineering to culinary arts and skilled trades, our students gain hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world skills.
Whether students enter the workforce, pursue apprenticeships, or continue their education, CTE connects passion to career pathways.
Thank you to our dedicated CTE educators who inspire students to discover their potential and build successful futures! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
This February, we honor our CTE programs that prepare students for bright futures. From healthcare and engineering to culinary arts and skilled trades, our students gain hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world skills.
Whether students enter the workforce, pursue apprenticeships, or continue their education, CTE connects passion to career pathways.
Thank you to our dedicated CTE educators who inspire students to discover their potential and build successful futures! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
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
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
❄️ 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! ❄️
For more information about school closings, please visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
We hope you enjoy a safe snow day! ❄️
📚 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! ✨
Thank you to Dr. Tucker and our dedicated teachers for always striving to do what's best for our kids! ✨
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
❤️ 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
🎥 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
🩺🏈 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!
