We are hiring, and stories like Perry Hunt’s reflect the impact educators have in Chesapeake Public Schools. From iteach participant to Portlock Primary School Teacher of the Year, Perry’s journey highlights the opportunities available for individuals ready to step into education and make a difference. ✨
View Perry's story here and learn how you can join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students. We are currently hiring reading specialists, media specialists, general education teachers (preK–5), special education teachers (K–12), and math teachers! Visit cpschools.com/careers to apply today! 🎉
A special episode of Amplified is now available! 🎙
As he prepares for retirement, Superintendent Dr. Jared A. Cotton joins us for a candid conversation about his time leading Chesapeake Public Schools and the journey that brought him back home to serve the community that helped shape him.
From navigating the challenges of a pandemic to expanding opportunities for students and supporting employees, Dr. Cotton reflects on the experiences, accomplishments, and people that have made an impact throughout his career.
Join us as he shares memories, lessons learned, hopes for the future, and a final message to the Chesapeake community. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.
Congratulations to our very own 5th graders who are ready to move up to middle school!! 💜 We wish you all the luck! #WeAreTheKnights
Congratulations to all of the seniors who are graduating this year! These Deep Creek High students attended Camelot Elementary. We wish you the best of luck!! Once a Knight, Always a Knight! 💜🎓💜
We'd like to extend a very special Thank You to the following people for helping to make our Field Day successful! They helped make the day so special and fun for our Knights!
💜 Mr. Claude Copeland "DJ Sharp" for volunteering his DJ services for our Camelot community!
💜 The DCHS NHS students for volunteering their time to run our stations!
💜 Orlando Long with the YMCA 1st Tee of Hampton Roads!
💜 BounceHoppers Inc for their discounted inflatables!
💜 Skippy's Snoballs for keeping our Knights cool!
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Congratulations to our 4th Grader, Greyson C! She won the Honorable Mention Award for her 'Chillin Otter' painting at the Annual Rotary Club Art Festival! She was awarded a certificate and gift card to Michaels. 💜🎨💜
Field Day is Tuesday, June 9th
3rd, 4th and 5th is 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd is 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
T Shirt Colors
Kinder - Green 💚
1st - White 🤍
2nd - Blue 💙
3rd - Red ❤
4th - Field Trip Shirts 💜
5th - Blue 💙
Parents MUST enter through the front doors and check in with security. Have your picture ID ready.
If you would like to take your child with you after field day, all students MUST be checked out through the main office.
Remember your sunscreen and water bottle.
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Camelot's Staff Appreciation Week. Help celebrate your teacher and assistant!
Mon, May 4th - Bring a treat, snack or drink for your teacher. ☕ 🍪
Tues, May 5th - Make a card or draw a picture for your teacher. 🎨 📝
Wed, May 6th - Bring a flower or classroom supply for your teacher. 💐🖊(Teachers may share a wish list.)
Thur, May 7th - Dress like you’re going on a vacation. 🧳 🛬
Fri, May 8th - NO School - Elementary Teacher Workday 💜
What does student-centered learning look like in your child’s classroom? In Chesapeake Public Schools, our teachers are creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students. In our latest episode, nationally recognized educator, author, and speaker Dr. Catlin Tucker joins us to highlight how this work is taking shape in our classrooms, from increasing student voice and choice to building stronger connections that support learning. 🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.
Camelot PTA Popcorn Fundraiser! 🍿
Join our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser...
1. Download the Double Good App
2. Enter the event code: VDN-LLR
3. Create your "pop-up store" using your student's name and grade level
ex: Maverick Jones - K
Fundraiser runs from April 22nd to 29th. Thank you for participating! 💜
Please support the Chesapeake SECEP Annual Food Drive! Donations are being accepted between April 13th to May 5th. Donations can be placed in the box in the foyer or taken down to Room 6 or 8. Thank you! 💜
Our Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) program is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. 🚸 CPI is a free, full-day program that gives eligible children a head start on their education.
What makes a child eligible?
Must live in the City of Chesapeake
Must be 4 years old by September 30, 2026
Must meet program eligibility criteria
Visit our website to review the details and start your application today: http://cpschools.com/cpi
Interested in presenting at Camelot's Career Day on Monday, June 8th? Please complete the interest form as soon as possible.
Thank you! 💜
Career Day presenters should be prepared to share up to five 20-minute presentations between 8:00 to 11:30 AM.
Camelot's Kindergarten Kickoff is Saturday, April 18th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Register to attend.
Important Calendar Updates & Reminders! 📅
April 6 - 10 is Spring Break. Schools will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break! 🌸
April 13 is a Teacher Workday. No school for students.
April 21 is now an Asynchronous Day for all students. Meals will also be available at select school sites. More information is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53908933
As a reminder, you can full our full calendar of events here: https://www.cpschools.com/events
Knight Families - Mark your calendar with the upcoming SOL Testing dates for students in Grades 3, 4 and 5. 💜
Congratulations to Deputy Granum-Blakeney, our SRO, for being promoted to Sergeant! ⭐
We will miss you; you will always be a Knight! 💜
🇺🇸 Month of the Military Child Spirit Week is April 14th to April 17th. 🇺🇸
Tues, April 14 - Camo Day. Wear camouflage clothing. 💚🤎
Wed, April 15 - Purple Up Day. Wear purple in honor of our military kids. 💜
Thurs, April 16 - Stars & Stripes Day. Wear clothing with stars, stripes, or the colors red, white and blue. ❤🤍💙
Fri, April 17 - Super Hero Day. "Military Parents are our Super Heroes!" Wear your favorite Super Hero look. No masks please.🦸
