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! 🎉

2 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Perry Hunt smiling at his students.

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.

4 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Full Circle with Dr. Jared A Cotton on Amplified the Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast cover art.
Dr. Cotton talking in the studio.
Jay Lewter and Dr. Cotton speaking in the studio.
For their final project, students designed and built 3D salon models using shoeboxes. From styling stations to salon décor, each project showcased imagination, planning, and attention to detail.
20 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
nail tech 3D salon design project
🦷 Dental Assistant II Final Project 🦷 Our Dental Assistant II students put their skills to the test with their final projects! Students practiced making temporary teeth, learned suturing techniques, created custom whitening trays, and even had some fun applying tooth gems.
22 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
dental student practice sutures
making a fake tooth
students making a fake tooth
students making a fake tooth
students making a fake tooth
students making a fake tooth
students smiling with tooth gems
student smiling with tooth gems
student smiling with tooth gems
student smiling with tooth gems
Criminal Justice students put their knowledge and skills to the test during today's mock trial. From opening statements to closing arguments, everyone did a fantastic job demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and courtroom procedures. ⚖️ #PoweredByPurpose
23 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
Judge Brown and a witness
a view of the courtroom
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
criminal justice students participating in the mock trial
Congratulations to our newest National Technical Honor Society members and all students recognized during today’s Awards Ceremony! We’re proud to celebrate your hard work, achievements, and scholarship awards. 🎓
25 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
NTHS awards ceremony
NTHS awards ceremony
NTHS awards ceremony
Mr. yeates being awarded with an honorary membership
Buffalow family and friends scholarship recipient
William Joe scholarship recipient
Buffalow family and friends scholarship recipient
We were excited to welcome Cinco the Fire Dog to CCC today! Cinco, a fire accelerant detection dog, demonstrated how he uses his incredible sense of smell to help investigators detect the presence of ignitable liquids at fire scenes. Students enjoyed learning about this unique and important role in fire investigation. Thank you to Cinco and his handler for an informative and engaging demonstration! 🐾🚒 #PoweredByPurpose
26 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
chino the fire dog and his handler
chino the fire dog and his handler
chino the fire dog and his handler
chino demonstrates how he looks for expectorant
students listening to the demonstration
chino the fire dog and some students
students listening to the demonstration
Our Cosmetology students put their creativity and technical skills on display with a manikin design project! From imaginative concepts to detailed styling, each design showcased the talent, hard work, and artistic vision of our students.
27 days ago, Chesapeake Career Center
Mother Nature mannequin
mannequin
surfer girl mannequin
mannequin
under the sea mannequin
miss Atlanta mannequin
pink unicorn mannequin
dripping in pearls mannequin
Our Firefighting students had an incredible opportunity to visit Naval Station Norfolk! Students enjoyed a ship tour, learned about aircraft operations through a Q&A session, and participated in a fire station demonstration with hands-on experiences. A huge thank you to Battalion Chief Laura Arrington for organizing such an amazing and educational field trip for our students! 🚒⚓✈️
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk
Firefighting students on a field trip to Naval Station Norfolk

Graduation season is here, and for many seniors, the biggest question is: “What’s next?” In our latest district podcast episode, we hear from three seniors whose journeys reflect our focus on the “three E’s” after graduation: enrollment, enlistment, or employment. 🎓

Featured guests include:
- Myah Evans (Deep Creek High): U.S. Navy enlistment
- Parker Sylvia (Western Branch High & Chesapeake Career Center): welding certification and employment with Collins Machine Works
- Sophie Rambo (Grassfield High): University of Georgia track scholarship athlete

From military service and skilled trades to college athletics, each student shares how preparation, mentorship, and opportunity helped shape their next step after high school. Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcast. 🎧 🎉

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Myah Evans smiling during the podcast.
Parker Sylvia smiling during the conversation.
Sophie Rambo talking on the podcast!
Cover Art for the Podcast with all three seniors standing by each other.
Our Nail Tech students showed off their creativity during a nail art competition designing acrylic nail sets featuring the theme “Fun in the Sun!” ☀️💅 Congratulations to all of our talented students, and a special shoutout to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each class!
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
first place nails am class
third place nails am class
secon place nails am class
second place nails pm class
first place nails pm class
third place nails pm class
Our Cardiac Response Team held their first annual AED drill today! This hands-on training helps ensure our team is prepared to respond quickly and confidently in an emergency situation. Great job to everyone involved! ❤️⚡
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
AED drill
AED drill
AED drill
AED drill
AED drill
Our Med Lab Tech students had the opportunity to hear from guest speaker Susanna Shedd, a Grassfield High School graduate, MS Roanoke Valley 2026, and Pre-Med Student Ambassador for Healthcare. Thank you for sharing your journey, experiences, and encouragement with our students!
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
Susanna Shedd
Susanna Shedd and med lab students
Susanna Shedd
Congratulations to our outstanding custodial team for being recognized as a Superior Custodial Team for exemplary customer service! Well deserved!! Thank you to our A-Team, staff, and community partners for showing your support and celebrating this well-deserved honor. 💙💚
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
custodian banquet
Our Dental II students are hard at work in the lab creating custom whitening trays and building hands-on skills for their future careers! 🦷✨ Great job putting precision and patient care into practice.
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
custom whiting trays
custom whiting trays
custom whiting trays
custom whiting trays
custom whiting trays

Med Lab students are showing off their creativity with a fun cork board project! #PowerdByPurpose

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Career Center
Creative project designed by med lab students
Creative project designed by med lab students
Creative project designed by med lab students
Creative project designed by med lab students
Special thanks to Plasser American for taking our Welding students on a tour! Students had the opportunity to see the industry in action and learn more about careers in welding and manufacturing. We appreciate the experience and partnership! #PoweredByPurpose
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Career Center
welding students on a field trip to Plasser American
welding students on a field trip to Plasser American
welding students on a field trip to Plasser American
welding students on a field trip to Plasser American
welding students on a field trip to Plasser American
Plasser American
Last Thursday, we gathered for our district retirement ceremony to celebrate the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙✨

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. 🌟
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Retiree celebrating on stage!
Superintendent Dr. Cotton receiving his retirement plaque with the School Board Chair.
Retiree smiling for the camera.
A retiree crying in a happy way for being honored for her contributions.
Retiree shaking hands with the Superintendent.
Retiree smiling speaking and laughing with his principal.
Retiree waving to the crowd on stage.
Retiree smiling for the camera.
Two retirees smiling together.
Retiree celebrating on stage!
Big thank you to the Chesapeake Council PTA for celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a “Blind Date with a Book” surprise for our staff! We appreciate your thoughtfulness and support for our teachers. 📚💙
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Career Center
Chesapeake council PTA
blind date with a book
blind date with a book
Chesapeake council PTA
blind date with a book
blind date with a book
blind date with a book
Thank you to Chesapeake Regional Healthcare for hosting a hiring event for our Nurse Aide and Med Lab students! Students met and interviewed with nursing managers for employment opportunities. Special thanks to Patrice Dykes, Siniya Meekins, and Mrs. Speelman!
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Career Center
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital
Mrs. Speelman
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital
students going to interview at the hospital