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🎙️ Episode 20: Partnering for Success! Our schools are stronger when the community comes together! In this milestone episode, we sit down with DeShonna Brown (Chesapeake Council PTA President), Chris Crouch (Educational Foundation Chair), and Sean Murphy (Foundation Board Member & Grassfield Alumnus) to discuss the impact of community involvement in education. 💡 Whether you're a parent, business leader, or community supporter, this episode offers insights on how you can make a difference! 🔊Listen to the full episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

🎒📚 Are you ready to enroll your child in Kindergarten? Join us for this virtual event to learn more about our online registration process, Kindergarten readiness, and more! 📅 Tuesday, April 1 ⌚6:30pm 🖥️ Via Zoom 👉 Visit our website for more information and to register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=39515562

🍎 We are hiring for School Nutrition Services!🍏 If you know someone who would be a great fit, encourage them to attend our One Stop Job Fair on April 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the School Administration Building to explore opportunities and meet our team. We need your help spreading the word about this fantastic opportunity. 🖥️For more details, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=39348650

🎉 Celebrating Our March Power of the Peake Winners! Join us in recognizing these outstanding employees whose dedication and hard work make a lasting impact on our district: 🌟 SUPPORT: Chuck Heilig - Senior Programmer Analyst, Technology and Innovation 🌟 TEACH: Julie Wagner – Teacher, Hickory High School 🌟 LEAD: Herbert Byrd – Assistant Director, Student Transportation Their passion and commitment truly embody the Power of the Peake! 🔗 To learn more about this month’s winners and submit a nomination for April, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/employee-recognition

💵 E.W. Chittum Elementary students had a rich experience yesterday exploring financial literacy with Junior Achievement! 💰 They cashed in on knowledge about salaries vs. hourly wages and discovered why some careers earn more based on the goods and services they provide. Each student took on a career role and spent wisely while making purchases from their classmates, depositing some fun into learning! 💸 #InspireCPS

🎭 A Day of Theatre Magic! 🎭 Theatre Arts students from 6 Chesapeake high schools gathered at Western Branch High this past weekend for an unforgettable day of creativity and collaboration! 🌟 64 students explored Acting Techniques, Stage Combat, and Theatre Games in workshops led by Hampton Roads theatre professionals. This initiative, started in 2017, connects students across Chesapeake, providing opportunities to: ✨ Meet fellow theatre enthusiasts 🎭 Learn from skilled educators & industry pros 🎓 Explore theatre beyond high school We love seeing our students grow, connect, and embrace their passion for theatre. The future of the arts is bright! 🎬 #InspireCPS 📸Laura Agudelo, Marla Wood, Jillian Batchelor

🏆 Congratulations to the Leadership Class at Deep Creek High School for winning a gold medal at the Get It Together Seat Belt Campaign hosted by Drive Safe Hampton Roads! 🚗 From October to February, students led an incredible seat belt awareness campaign conducting parking lot seat belt checks, educating classmates and faculty, hosting pledge drives, running a social media campaign, and even using crash dummies at the winter pep rally! Their efforts made a HUGE impact: 🚘 Seat belt usage increased from 76.92% before the campaign to 90.18% after the campaign- a 17.24% improvement! This is more than just a win, it’s a step toward saving lives. Way to go, Hornets! 💜🩶 #CPSCelebrates

We're so proud to share this incredible story from Western Branch Intermediate! Fifth-grader Elias Faroul was recognized this morning by the Chesapeake Police Department for his extraordinary bravery. Earlier this month, when his mother went into anaphylactic shock, Elias calmly called 911, clearly communicated the situation, assisted his mother, and kept his younger sisters calm until help arrived. For his quick thinking and remarkable composure, the department awarded Elias with both the Life Saving Assistance Award and the Chief's Award of Recognition in front of the entire 5th grade. #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS

📚 Battle of the Books – Semifinals! 🎉 March is Reading Month and on Saturday, March 22, 2025, several of our elementary schools faced off in the Battle of the Books at the Chesapeake Public Library! 🥇🐻 Congratulations to E.W. Chittum Elementary for earning 1st place honors in the semifinals and advancing to the final round! Great Bridge Intermediate & Hickory Elementary School will also be joining the Bears in the final round held on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Chesapeake Public Library. This year, the Chesapeake Public Library is teaming up with Kwame Alexander, a celebrated author from Chesapeake, to make the event extra special. Thanks to his efforts, each of the authors whose books were selected for the competition will appear at the finals! Plus, every school represented in the finals will receive an author visit on Friday, April 11, 2025! 👏 Also, join us in sending a special shoutout to the Chittum Elementary staff for winning 1st place in the Educator Edition battle! Their media center received a $1,000 donation from the Friends of the Chesapeake Library! 🎉📚

🌟 Calling all 6th–12th graders! 🌟 ⛰️ Join us for TEEN SUMMIT this Saturday, March 29 from 11am - 2pm at Deep Creek High School! It will be a day filled with inspiration, connection, and real talk about what matters to YOU. 💻 See session topics and RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1957675 🎥 Check out this video from Great Bridge High School students about their session: "Managing Stress: Under the Umbrella"☔ https://youtube.com/shorts/uUjzmfF3M5A Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and connect!

🌟 What an amazing STREAM Event at Hickory Elementary School! 🌟 The evening was packed with exciting activities, presentations, and hands-on demonstrations for students and families to enjoy! From animal encounters with the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center to creating origami bookmarks and coding fun with Ozobot and Dash, there was something for everyone! Thank you to all of the incredible community presenters, volunteers, and families who made this event unforgettable! We can't wait to see what you do next year! #InspireCPS

✨ March is Reading Month! 📚 All month long, our schools are celebrating the joy of reading with many exciting activities and events! From mystery readers to poetry slams, our students are diving into the magic of books in creative ways. 📖🎭 🇺🇸 We also want to send a special thank you to NSA Hampton Roads HQ - Northwest Annex - Portsmouth Annex leaders who visited Western Branch Primary to read to the Baby Bruins kindergarten classes! #CPSCelebrates

🚍 Join us for the Chesapeake Public Schools One Stop Job Fair! 🚍 📅 Date: March 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: School Administration Building, 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 📝 Things to Bring: ➡️ 2 Forms of ID ➡️One must be a valid driver’s license 🚐 Come out and test drive a bus! #InspireCPS 🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=39045846

✨ Last night’s Title I Teacher Job Fair was a huge success! 🎉 We had an amazing turnout of passionate educators eager to make a difference in our schools. From engaging conversations with school representatives to on-the-spot interviews, it was an incredible opportunity for job seekers to connect with potential employers and learn more about the impact of Title I programs. A big THANK YOU to everyone who attended, including our dedicated recruiters, administrators, and, most importantly, the teachers who are ready to inspire the next generation. 🙌 👉 If you missed the event but are still interested in teaching within Chesapeake Public Schools, check out our upcoming VIRTUAL HIRING EVENT taking place from March 24 - March 28! 💻 To register for this event and to see other career opportunities within Chesapeake Public Schools visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers #InspireCPS #ChesapeakePublicSchools #EducatorsMatter #HiringTeachers #MakingADifference

👏 Congratulations to Indian River High School and B M Williams Primary for completing Project ADAM training and officially becoming Heart Safe! ❤️Earlier this year, Indian River High made history as the first school in Chesapeake to complete training and implement a cardiac emergency response plan, ensuring quick action in the event of sudden cardiac arrest. And just last week, B M Williams followed suit, becoming the second Heart Safe school in the city! We’re making incredible progress toward heart safety in all our schools! 💙 BIG thanks to our amazing nurses, teachers, and staff for their dedication, and a special shoutout to the Project ADAM team for their support every step of the way! 🙌 #InspireCPS #ProjectADAM

🙌 Big THANKS to the Arts and Letters Committee of the Chesapeake-Virginia Beach Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.! 🎉 Each year, they select schools to receive a special gift through their Literary Arts Café initiative, and Georgetown Primary School was one of this year’s lucky recipients! This morning, they generously donated brand-new books 📖 in a beautifully hand-painted book stand by a local artist. What an incredible way to inspire young readers! ❤️ #InspireCPS #DeltaSigmaTheta

🚍 Join us for the Chesapeake Public Schools One Stop Job Fair! 🚍 📅 Date: March 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: School Administration Building, 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 📝 Things to Bring: ➡️ 2 Forms of ID ➡️One must be a valid driver’s license 🚐 Come out and test drive a bus! #InspireCPS 🔗 https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=39045846

📚 Big Adventures for Little Learners! 📚 Yesterday, Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) students from Western Branch Primary took a special trip to the Russell Memorial Library for its grand reopening! 🏫The students had an absolute blast exploring the newly renovated children’s area, diving into stories, singing songs, and making magical memories. 🎶 💡 A few of the students even had the opportunity to play with the interactive Lite Brite wall display created by Western Branch High School students! CPI is a FREE full-day program for children in Chesapeake who turn 4 years old by September 30, 2025! 🌟 Now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year! 📌 Apply today: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/cpi ✅ Selections made in early July! #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS

Our Multicultural Talent Showcase was a spectacular celebration of culture and creativity! 🎶🎭 From Zara Rahim’s 🎻 moving violin performance to the G.W. Carver Intermediate School Step Team’s 👣 high-energy routine, every act was unforgettable. Deep Creek HS Drama students delivered powerful poetry, while Sumona Apsara Parii dazzled with a breathtaking dance. 📝💃 Mis raíces bailan lit up the stage with vibrant Hispanic dance, and Kevin Washington closed the night with a passionate piano performance. 🎹 Special thanks to Deep Creek HS and to our Office of Family and Community Engagement for hosting such a fun night for families!

💰 Join us for this special workshop on financial planning for students with disabilities. Discussion topics include guardianship and/or alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trust for children with disabilities. This event will take place on Zoom. 💻For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=38736046