It’s been a busy week in the Bear Den! From learning and collaborating to hands-on activities and plenty of fun, our 5th graders have been making the most of every day. 📚✨
Here’s a little peek at some of the fun and learning happening in 5th grade this week! 🐻
Don't forget, tomorrow is a Teacher Work Day! All schools will be closed for elementary school students.
On Monday we will kick off our very first spirit week!
Monday, Oct. 12 — Color Your World
Wear your favorite color and brighten up the Bear Den!
Tuesday, Oct. 13 — Golden Era
Wear gold or yellow and shine bright! This day pairs perfectly with the PTA Golden Era Parade theme! ✨
Wednesday, Oct. 14 — Dress Your Best It’s Picture Day! 📸
Come ready to smile and show off your best look!
Thursday, Oct. 15 — Bear-y Comfy
Pajama Day!
Friday, Oct. 16 — Chittum Bear Pride
The following week-
Wednesday- Oct. 21- Unity Day, Wear Orange
Friday- Oct. 23- Pink Out, In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness
Calling all dads, grandads, father figures, and their Chittum students! Join us as we relaunch our Watch D.O.G.S. program with a special presentation, pizza, and plenty of fun! Visit our website to RSVP!
Feeling extra thankful for our amazing PTA! 🍂🧡 Thank you for the sweet fall treat and for always finding ways to make our Chittum staff feel appreciated! 🐻💙💛
We are so lucky to have you!
CHT Homecoming Spirit week!
It’s time to show off your Chittum Bear Pride! Join us for a week of fun and school spirit as we kick off our very first Spirit Week.
Monday, Oct. 12 — Color Your World
Wear your favorite color and brighten up the Bear Den!
Tuesday, Oct. 13 — Golden Era
Wear gold or yellow and shine bright! This day pairs perfectly with the PTA Golden Era Parade theme! ✨
Wednesday, Oct. 14 — Dress Your Best It’s Picture Day! 📸
Come ready to smile and show off your best look!
Thursday, Oct. 15 — Bear-y Comfy
Pajama Day!
Friday, Oct. 16 — Chittum Bear Pride
Finish the week strong in Blue and Yellow! Let’s show everyone what it means to be a Chittum Bear!
Let’s make it a week to remember, Bears!
Come meet your child’s teacher, visit their classroom, learn about the year ahead, and get ready for a wonderful school year! Please review the schedule below to make sure you join us at your designated time.
Open House Schedule
3:00–3:45 PM
PreK • Cross Cat • Kindergarten • 1st Grade
4:00–4:45 PM
2nd Grade • 3rd Grade
5:00–5:45 PM
4th Grade • 5th Grade
We can’t wait to see our Chittum Bears and families! 🐻💙💛
Welcome back to the Bear Den!
Our fifth graders spent the day at the airfield as they participated in this year's NAS Oceana Air Show STEM Day! Students got to participate in science, technology, engineering, and math activities while exploring the world of military aviation!💙💛🐻
We’re excited to welcome our Chittum Bears and their families back to school for Open House on Wednesday, September 30th! Come meet your child’s teacher, visit their classroom, learn about the year ahead, and get ready for a wonderful school year at Chittum Elementary! Please be sure to review the schedule below to make sure you attend your designated time slot.
Open House Schedule 📅
3:00–3:45 PM
PreK • Cross Cat • Kindergarten • 1st Grade
4:00–4:45 PM
2nd Grade • 3rd Grade
5:00–5:45 PM
4th Grade • 5th Grade
We can’t wait to see our Chittum Bears and families! 🐻💙💛
Welcome back to the Bear Den!
🎙️ Season 4 of Amplified is here! We’re starting the new season with Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker, who sits down with us to talk about his first weeks in Chesapeake. From what has impressed him about our schools and students to what brought his family to Chesapeake, Dr. Brubaker shares his early impressions and what he’s looking forward to in the year ahead.
Listen today at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧
Don't forget to support our PTA by having dinner at Red Robin in Chesapeake Sq. tomorrow, 9/10! If you mention our school, 20% of proceeds will go back to the PTA. They work so hard to make our school a great place for everyone ! Enjoy!
E.W. Chittum Elementary welcomed a special guest yesterday: Dr. Susan Chittum, daughter of the school’s namesake and the first Superintendent of Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙💛
During her visit, Dr. Chittum toured the building and delivered school supplies donated by her family and the families of the residents at Bay Lake Senior Living where she currently resides.
Thank you to Dr. Chittum and Bay Lake Senior Living for their generosity and for keeping the Chittum legacy alive. 🐻
#CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
E.W. Chittum Elementary is excited to welcome our administrative team for the upcoming school year.
Please join us in welcoming:
• Mr. Joseph Mason – Principal
• Ms. Robyn Edwards-Roberson – Assistant Principal
• Mrs. Tiffany Hollander-Tran – Administrative Specialist
We are excited for the year ahead and look forward to partnering with our students, families, staff, and community as we continue to learn, grow, and celebrate Bear Pride!
