For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency








🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!




🍎 Your future starts here!
Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:
1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair
🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
⚠️ Must be eligible for a VA teaching license.
📝 Apply here:https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906
2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair
🗓️ March 23 – March 27, 2026
📝 Deadline to Register: March 13 (Required)
🔗 Register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839
✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:
✅ Low-cost health insurance
✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics
✅ A supportive professional community
🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits
🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU




✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!
📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School
Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265
This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/

🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS

💻 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


Thank you, Mr. Connolly, for your leadership, support, and commitment to the Butts Road Intermediate community. We appreciate all you do for our students and staff every day! #SOARingHighatBRI

We’re proud to recognize Tom Stewart, our amazing crossing guard at Butts Road Intermediate. Safe Routes to School is honoring Virginia’s Most Outstanding Crossing Guard, and voting is open now through January 28, 2026.
Please take a moment to vote using this link (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIlc032qQz0t3-kVbwTQ8KYacu3E9v5N8a8VKIzXWxe8aOsw/viewform) and help us celebrate someone who keeps our students safe every day! 🦅


Calling all artists! We’re launching into creativity at Butts Road Intermediate and want your artwork on the front of our 2025–2026 yearbook! 🎨📘
🗓 Entries due: February 13, 2026
📍 Turn in to: Main Office
🎯 Theme: Launch into Learning
Before you submit, be sure your design includes:
✔️ Vertical orientation
✔️ The words Butts Road Intermediate
✔️ The year 2025–2026
✔️ Created on 8.5 x 11 white paper
Artist pro tips:
⭐ Double-check spelling
⭐ Use a ruler for neat lettering
⭐ Fill the page with bold color (no tiny designs!)
⭐ Use the entire sheet
⭐ Don’t sign the front of your artwork
✏️ On the BACK (in pencil only), include:
• Full Name
• Grade
• Teacher
We can’t wait to see your creativity SOAR!










🚌 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

