Today we honor a true medical pioneer, Mary Eliza Mahoney! 👩🏾⚕️✨
📜 The History: In 1879, Mary became the first African American to graduate and work as a professionally trained nurse in the U.S. She completed a grueling 16-month program where only 3 out of 40 students graduated—proving her incredible dedication and skill.
💪 The Impact: Beyond her clinical work, Mary co-founded the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses (NACGN) to fight for the rights and recognition of Black healthcare professionals. She dedicated her life to ensuring that everyone had access to quality care and professional opportunities.
🏥 CTE Spotlight: Nurse Aides are the backbone of patient care. From monitoring vital signs to providing emotional support, they embody the compassion and technical excellence that Mary Eliza Mahoney championed over a century ago.
📜 The History: In 1879, Mary became the first African American to graduate and work as a professionally trained nurse in the U.S. She completed a grueling 16-month program where only 3 out of 40 students graduated—proving her incredible dedication and skill.
💪 The Impact: Beyond her clinical work, Mary co-founded the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses (NACGN) to fight for the rights and recognition of Black healthcare professionals. She dedicated her life to ensuring that everyone had access to quality care and professional opportunities.
🏥 CTE Spotlight: Nurse Aides are the backbone of patient care. From monitoring vital signs to providing emotional support, they embody the compassion and technical excellence that Mary Eliza Mahoney championed over a century ago.
❤️ Wear Red Day – Monday, February 9th ❤️
Join us in wearing red to raise awareness about heart disease and how we can work toward prevention and heart-healthy habits.
Join us in wearing red to raise awareness about heart disease and how we can work toward prevention and heart-healthy habits.
This week we’re celebrating Mrs. Hartson! She goes above and beyond every single day for our students and our staff; listening, supporting, problem-solving, and always showing up with compassion and care.
Our school is a better place because of her dedication, patience, and heart for helping others succeed. We are so grateful for all that she does and so lucky to have her in our corner.
Thank you, Mrs. Hartson, for being such an incredible counselor and an even more incredible Cyclone
Today we celebrate Anna Louise James, a true pioneer in pharmaceutical history! 👩🏾⚕️
✨ The History: In 1908, Anna became the first African American woman to graduate from the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy. She didn't stop there, she went on to become the first female Black pharmacist in her state, running the "James Pharmacy" for decades.
🏥 The Impact: At a time when healthcare was difficult to access for many, Anna provided essential care and expertise to her community. She paved the way for women of color to enter the world of medicine and pharmacology.
🧪 CTE Spotlight: Pharmacy Tech From life-saving medications to community wellness, Pharmacy Techs are the heartbeat of healthcare. Anna’s legacy reminds us that precision and care change lives!
✨ The History: In 1908, Anna became the first African American woman to graduate from the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy. She didn't stop there, she went on to become the first female Black pharmacist in her state, running the "James Pharmacy" for decades.
🏥 The Impact: At a time when healthcare was difficult to access for many, Anna provided essential care and expertise to her community. She paved the way for women of color to enter the world of medicine and pharmacology.
🧪 CTE Spotlight: Pharmacy Tech From life-saving medications to community wellness, Pharmacy Techs are the heartbeat of healthcare. Anna’s legacy reminds us that precision and care change lives!
❄️ 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
Today, for Black History Month, we honor Alvia Scott, Hattie Carpenter, and Flossie Burtos—the trailblazers of the shipyard!
🚢 The History: In 1943, these three women were photographed welding steel onto the SS George Washington Carver. At the Kaiser Shipyards in Richmond, CA, they became symbols of the thousands of Black women who mastered the trade to support the WWII war effort.
🛠️ The Impact: They proved that technical skill knows no gender or race. Their precision and hard work paved the way for future generations in industrial trades.
🔥 CTE Spotlight: Welding From shipbuilding to aerospace, welding is the backbone of modern infrastructure. These women showed us how to "spark" a movement!
This February, CCC is proud to celebrate Black History Month with daily recognitions of African Americans who made impacts in the trades, industry, and medical fields. We honor the innovation, resilience, and excellence that continue to shape our world and inspire us every day.
❄️Snow has tucked CCC in under a quiet white blanket. There’s just something about fresh snow that makes our building look extra calm, extra cozy, and extra special! Even on a cloudy day, Cyclone pride shines bright!💚🌪️💙
🎉February is CTE Month!! At CCC, we celebrate the hands-on learning, real-world skills, and career pathways that prepare our students for their futures. From classroom to career, CTE empowers students to turn their passions into professions. Celebrate today, own tomorrow! 💚💙
HVAC students hard at work learning how to cut and thread steel pipes! #PoweredByPurpose
Collision Repair students put their skills and professionalism on display while interviewing for employment opportunities. A huge thank you to Hendricks Chevrolet, 3Guns Custom, Penske, Mi-Car Collision, Crash Champions, and Priority Chevrolet for investing in our students’ futures!
From the classroom to the hospital! 🩺💊 Pharmacy Technician students are starting their clinical rotations at Sentara Leigh Hospital, gaining valuable real-world experience and building confidence for their future careers.
As a reminder, CCC will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Glam EXPO was a hit! Our Cosmetology and Nail Tech students had the opportunity to hear from inspiring women in the beauty industry and learn firsthand about their career journeys.
Precision, safety, and skill in action! Med Lab students worked on syringe blood draws and correct use of transfer devices to place blood into tubes during today’s lab.
CCC was proud to partner with the Chesapeake Police Department to host Cocoa with a Cop. A big thank you to Officer Matthews and the Patrol Aides who spent time connecting with and inspiring our Cyclones. Community, conversation, and cocoa made for a great day! 💚🌪️💙
Congratulations to CCC alumni Jadalyn Forbes and Luke Johnson! 🎉 Both attended CCC in the Public Safety Telecommunications class and recently graduated from the Chesapeake Police Department Basic Telecommunications Academy earlier this month. We’re proud of you! 🚓📞💙
Shoutout to Malik White, Building Trades C/O '24, now a Diesel Tech for CPS Transportation! Malik also participated in our Grow Our Own Summer Program, gaining hands-on experience that’s paying off on the job. He is keeping our fleet rolling. We’re proud of you, Malik! 💙🔧🚍
Happy Holidays!
From the CCC faculty and staff, we wish you a joyful season filled with cheer, rest, and time with loved ones. As we head into the new year, remember—we are Powered by Purpose and proud to support our Cyclones every step of the way. Stay safe and enjoy the break!
