Pink Out 🎀
Wear pink on October 29th in support of Breast Cancer Awareness. Nobody fights alone 👊🎀
about 3 hours ago, Chittum Elementary
pink ribbon October 29th

Picture Day has come to a close! We loved seeing all the students smiling for their pictures. You still have 24 hours from today to pre-pay for your photos online. If you do not do so, you will still receive proofs to review and order, however, a shipping few will be applied as Barksdale will deliver the photos to your house instead of to us.

Visit: www.barksdalephoto.com
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6 days ago, Chittum Elementary

🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.

12 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23
📸✨😊✨Don't forget, Picture Day is Coming!📸✨😊✨

Picture Day: October 15, 2025
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This is a prepay event!
Visit: www.barksdalephoto.com
Enter the access code above then select your preferred photo package and complete your purchase. The portal for online ordering will close exactly 24 hours after Picture Day! If you miss the ordering deadline, Barksdale Photo will apply fees for shipping directly to your house.
12 days ago, Chittum Elementary
camera flyer, picture Day is 10/15
Don't miss our first EVER Chittum Pep Rally on October 16th from 5-7pm! 💛🐻💙
We know our families are used to our annual Homecoming Dance and while the name of this year's event has changed, rest assured that there will indeed still be DANCING! This year's event will include more excitement and fun for our students and families. Don't miss out on this fun evening, and buy your tickets today! $7 PTA member tickets $10 non member tickets.

chittumpta.givebacks.com/store

Every student attending the pep rally must have a ticket and must be accompanied by a ticketed adult who is responsible to ensure they exhibit school-appropriate behavior**
Ticket Sale Deadline is October 15th or until sold out. No ticket sales on the day of the event.
13 days ago, Chittum Elementary
Chittum pep rally flyer with a bear holding pom poms. October 16th from 5pm-7pm.

Our very FIRST spirit week is coming up!

Homecoming Spirit Week 2025: Under the Sea 🌊 October 20th - 24th

Monday - Colors of the Sea 🐠
Wear bright colors inspired by coral reefs and ocean life.

Tuesday - Surf vs. Turf 🏄‍♂️🤠
Dress as a surfer riding the waves or a cowboy/cowgirl from the land.

Wednesday
- Unity Day 🧡
Dress like a clownfish or wear orange to show school unity.

Thursday - Dreaming with the Sea (Pajama Day) 😴
Wear your comfiest pajamas to school.

Friday - Swim with Your School 💙💛
Show your spirit in blue & gold! Parade and Homecoming game later today! 🏈

14 days ago, Chittum Elementary
A vibrant, ocean-themed graphic with coral, fish, and waves, announcing "Homecoming Spirit Week 2025: Under the Sea."  Homecoming Spirit Week 2025: Under the Sea 🌊 October 20th - 24th  Monday - Colors of the Sea 🐠 Wear bright colors inspired by coral reefs and ocean life.  Tuesday - Surf vs. Turf 🏄‍♂️🤠 Dress as a surfer riding the waves or a cowboy/cowgirl from the land.  Wednesday - Unity Day 🧡 Dress like a clownfish or wear orange to show school unity.  Thursday - Dreaming with the Sea (Pajama Day) 😴 Wear your comfiest pajamas to school.  Friday - Swim with Your School 💙💛 Show your spirit in blue & gold! Parade and Homecoming game later today!
✨✨Our PTA CRUSHED it again!✨✨ They brought us the sweetest treat for CRUSHING the school year so far! 🍊
18 days ago, Chittum Elementary
pta float car
orange crush!

📸✨😊✨Picture Day is Coming!📸✨😊✨

Picture Day: October 15, 2025
Access Code: 0036745IN ----> uppercase i uppercase n
*****the access code is case sensitive******

This is a prepay event!
Visit: www.barksdalephoto.com
Enter the access code above then select your preferred photo package and complete your purchase. The portal for online ordering will close exactly 24 hours after Picture Day! If you miss the ordering deadline, Barksdale Photo will apply fees for shipping directly to your house.

22 days ago, Chittum Elementary
Flyer for E.W. Chittum Elementary School Picture Day on October 15, 2025. Online order code: 0036745IN. This is a prepay event.

🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!

28 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled.  YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update graphic
Shoutout to our AMAZING PTA for providing recess baskets for every grade level! Thank you for always helping to ensure our students have the best days at school! 🏀⚽️🐻✨
about 1 month ago, Chittum Elementary
pta ladies holding baskets with recess equipment!

🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm

👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans

❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One stop job fair graphic
✨What a wonderful first week back! We are so happy to have our Chittum Bears back in the building! Thank you so much Dr. Faust and School Board member, Mr. Daniel Stahler for paying us a visit. We are looking forward to a wonderful school year. 🐻💛💙✨
about 2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
School board member, Mr. Stahler, our principal, and Dr. Faust
A picture of the school building with the words you are amazing written

🐻✨ Welcome Back, Chittum Bears ✨📚
We are so excited to kick off another year of learning, laughter, and new adventures! Our halls are buzzing with energy, and we can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll accomplish this school year. #FirstDayCPSVA
Swipe through to see some of our fantastic first day smiles! 😊📸

Add your first day of school photos below!

about 2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Mrs. Outlaw smiling with two students on the first day of school holding a Chittum Frame!
A kindergarten boy excitedly smiling for his first day of school!
Girls smiling for the first day of school
A boy excitedly smiling for his first day of school!
Our SRO officer Tamondong holding our First day of school frame
Teachers smiling holding our first day of school sign!
Bus drivers  smiling holding a first day of school frame with Chittum on it!

🎒 🏫 We are so excited to welcome our families back to school this year. 🎒 🏫

Join us for Meet and Greet to meet your child's teacher, drop off school supplies, and visit your new classroom.

August 27th 5:30-6:30pm- Kindergarten families only.
Doors open at 5:15pm

August 28th Grades 1-5 and ECSE PK
7:45-8:45 am: Last Names A-M
9:00-10:00 am: Last Names N-Z


2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
 Join us to meet your child's teacher, drop off school supplies, and visit your new classroom.  August 27th 5:30-6:30pm- Kindergarten families only. Doors open at 5:15pm  August 28th Grades 1-5 and ECSE PK  7:45-8:45 am: Last Names A-M 9:00-10:00 am: Last Names N-Z
☀️ Summer break is winding down, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back!
🎒 School supply lists are available on our website.
📲 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/cht and click on the book on the right as seen in the photo above!
2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Website supply list
🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8

📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One Stop Job Fair Graphic with information
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻? 𝗡𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 - 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today and make sure they are ready for the first day of school! https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Kindergarten Registration Now Open. Enroll Today! cpschools.com/kindergarten Picture of a student and backpack
📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020
✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Lisa, the host, and Laura smiling together.
Get on the Bus Family Fun Event: July 31: 4-6 pm Chesapeake Conference Center Free School/Sports Physicals and Immunization. Meet & Greed Administrators 7574825923
Lisa and the host celebrating.
Everyone laughing on the show.
The host talking.
The host speaking with Laura and Lisa listening and smiling.
Laura speaking on the show.
Lisa speaking with Coast Live Host.
Videographer from Coast Live Recording Show

Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌

Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.

📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways

For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
The attached image is a flyer for the Get on the Bus event hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools on July 31, 2024. The information is hosted on cpschools.com/gotb.