📢 Calling all future Chesapeake Public Schools families in the City of Chesapeake!
We are exploring the establishment of new preschool centers to meet the growing need for high-quality early childhood education. If you live in our district and have children ages 0-4 or are planning to have children, your voice is essential!
Help us plan for the future of our youngest learners by sharing your needs and priorities in our new Early Childhood Education Survey. Your input will shape these vital programs!
📋 Survey is open NOW - December 18: www.cpschools.com/surveys
🍋💧 3rd Grade Science Gets Refreshing! 💧🍋
Today our third graders put their science skills to the test by experimenting with whether warm or cold water dissolves lemonade mix better. They made predictions, stirred, observed, and compared their results—just like real scientists!
Hands-on investigations like this help students understand how temperature affects dissolving, all while keeping learning fun and engaging.
Great job, 3rd grade! Your curiosity is stirring up some awesome discoveries! 👏🔬
📏✨ 1st Grade is Measuring Up! ✨📏
Our first graders explored nonstandard measurement and had a blast doing it! From counting cubes to lining up paper clips, students worked together to measure objects all around the classroom.
They practiced problem-solving, teamwork, and lots of math talk—learning that measuring can be both hands-on and fun! 💡👏
Way to go, 1st grade! You’re definitely rising to the measure! 📚💛
❄️✨ Snow Day Excitement! ✨❄️
Our third graders were over the moon yesterday when they spotted the first snow of the season! From big smiles to excited chatter, their joy was absolutely contagious. There’s nothing quite like watching the magic of that first snowfall through the eyes of a child! ☃️💙
🎶 Kindergarten Voices Filled the Hospital Yesterday! 🎶
Some of our kindergartners visited Chesapeake Regional Hospital yesterday and shared the sweetest songs with patients and staff. Their smiles, energy, and big hearts brought so much joy to everyone who heard them! 💛✨
We are so proud of these little performers for spreading kindness and cheer throughout the hospital. Great job, kinders! 👏🏻🌟
Some of our 4th graders spent the afternoon reading to our preschoolers, and it was absolutely heart-melting! ❤️ Watching our big kids share stories, patience, and smiles with our littlest learners is what makes school days so special. 📚
So proud of the kindness, leadership, and confidence our 4th graders showed today — and the preschoolers loved every minute!
✨ Building readers. Building friendships. Building community. ✨
🚌 Join the Chesapeake Public Schools Team!
We're hiring for multiple classified positions at our ONE STOP Job Fair. Come prepared to interview on the spot!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
⏰ 11 AM - 2 PM
📍 School Administration Building
💼 Now Hiring:
Bus Drivers
School Nutrition Workers
Custodians
Substitute Teachers
📋 Bring With You:
Two forms of ID (all applicants)
Transcript copies (substitute teacher applicants)
❗ This is your chance to become part of the CPS family! We can't wait to meet you.
💻 Learn more and explore additional opportunities at: https://www.cpschools.com/careers
🌟 Meet 2026 Teacher of the Year Finalist: Susan Ratz! 🌟
For 6 years, Mrs. Ratz has been a beacon of kindness at B.M. Williams Elementary, teaching English Language Learners in grades K-5. Her superpower? Giving students the universal language of kindness and love.
Her commitment to leading with kindness earned her the Virginia Department of Education's Ambassador of Kindness Award 2025, and her impact extends far beyond academics. As she reminds us: "You may be the very best part of their day and the only positive impact they may have that day. You will change lives!"
This Liberty University grad loves fishing, backpacking through the mountains, and cheering on her college football team with her incredible husband and three remarkable kids.
Congratulations, Mrs. Ratz! 💙💛 #CPSTOY2026 #CPSCelebrates
For 6 years, Mrs. Ratz has been a beacon of kindness at B.M. Williams Elementary, teaching English Language Learners in grades K-5. Her superpower? Giving students the universal language of kindness and love.
Her commitment to leading with kindness earned her the Virginia Department of Education's Ambassador of Kindness Award 2025, and her impact extends far beyond academics. As she reminds us: "You may be the very best part of their day and the only positive impact they may have that day. You will change lives!"
This Liberty University grad loves fishing, backpacking through the mountains, and cheering on her college football team with her incredible husband and three remarkable kids.
Congratulations, Mrs. Ratz! 💙💛 #CPSTOY2026 #CPSCelebrates
🦃✨ Our Preschoolers Are the Cutest Little Turkeys! ✨🦃
We’re celebrating all things fall in preschool, and these little turkeys are bringing ALL the smiles! Our youngest learners had a blast posing for festive photos and getting into the Thanksgiving spirit.
We love watching their joy shine through every activity! 💛🍂
🦃✨ Our Kindergartners Are Feeling Thankful AND Festive! ✨🦃
These sweet smiles say it all! Our kindergarten students had a blast today creating their colorful turkey hats and exploring hands-on Thanksgiving-themed activities. From sensory bins to building and learning on the carpet, their creativity (and cuteness!) was shining bright.
We’re so thankful for these joyful moments and the excitement our little learners bring to the classroom every day! 💛
🎉✨ Who’s ready to SILLY STRING Dr. Jones on Monday?! ✨🎉
The countdown is ON, and our students are buzzing with excitement! 🤩💥
Who will earn the honor of covering Dr. Jones in a rainbow of silly string? 🎨😄
We’ll find out MONDAY… and trust us, you won’t want to miss the colorful chaos! 😂🎉
Stay tuned and get ready for some seriously silly fun! 🎈🫧
🌟 November is National Gratitude Month! 🌟 At B.M. Williams Elementary, we have so much to be thankful for — especially our incredible teachers who make a difference every single day. 🍎
💛 If there’s a teacher who has made a positive impact on your child or family, we’d love for you to share your appreciation! 💬✨
👉 Fill out our Thankful for a Teacher form to spread some gratitude and make a teacher’s day a little brighter! https://forms.gle/PczBn41xDJGV5XUb9
🎶 Our 3rd Graders Shined on Stage! 🎶
A huge bravo to our amazing 3rd graders for their wonderful music performances last night and again tonight! Their hard work, joyful singing, and big smiles filled the room with pride.
Thank you to our families for coming out to support them, and to our incredible music team for helping our students shine so brightly! 🌟
We are SO proud of our performers—what a fantastic two-night show! 💙🎤🎼
Field Trip Fun! 🔥
Our preschoolers had the best day visiting the local fire station! They got to meet real firefighters, explore the fire trucks, hear the sirens (a fan favorite!), and learn all about fire safety in a hands-on, kid-friendly way.
Their faces lit up with excitement as they tried on gear, asked big questions, and discovered how firefighters help keep our community safe. ❤️👩🚒👨🚒
A huge thank you to our amazing local firefighters for welcoming our little learners and giving them an unforgettable experience!
🌈 Our 1st Graders Are Graphing with Skittles! 🍬📊
Today our first graders turned math time into a sweet adventure! Students sorted, counted, and created colorful graphs using Skittles—because who says learning can’t be delicious? 😄
They practiced organizing data, comparing quantities, and of course… resisting the urge to snack until the very end! 😉
We love seeing hands-on activities make math come alive! 💛🍭
Nothing better than walking through the halls with your best friends by your side! 💕👫 Our little Falcons are learning that kindness, laughter, and friendship make every day a little brighter. 🌟🦅
🎉 Happy 50th Day of School! 🎉
Our fabulous first graders rocked their 50’s attire today—from poodle skirts to slicked-back hair—and celebrated hitting this milestone in true retro style! 💖🕺✨
To top it off, students had a sweet time graphing their own root beer floats. Nothing like a little math mixed with some bubbly fun! 🧮🥤
Here’s to 50 days of learning, laughter, and memories… and many more to come! 💛📚
🍪🗺 Our 1st graders turned geography into a tasty adventure! They created edible Virginias, marking important cities with sweet treats. 🍬🌟
Who knew learning about our state could be so delicious? 😋💙
🎄✨ It’s the most Buddy-ful time of the year! ✨🎄
Join us for Breakfast with Buddy the Elf!
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Each guest will enjoy:
🥞 One plate of delicious pancakes
🎨 A holiday craft activity
📸 A picture with Buddy
💌 A chance to write your Christmas list!
🎟️ Tickets: $5 per person (Everyone must have a ticket to enter. Tickets are online only and will not be available at the door!)
🚨 Tickets are limited — get yours early before they’re gone! It’s going to be a sweet and silly morning full of Christmas cheer! 💚❤️
📄 Check your child's folder for more info!
🌊 Our 3rd graders set sail on an exciting adventure aboard the Learning Barge! ⚓️🐟
They explored the Elizabeth River, learned about local wildlife, and discovered how to protect our waterways — all while having a boatload of fun! 🛶💦
Hands-on learning, fresh air, and big smiles made for one unforgettable day! 🌞💚
