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! 🎉

4 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.

6 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.
And that's a wrap! Saying goodbye to the 2025-2026 school year, and hello to summer time! Enjoy your summer break Chittum Bears, we will miss you all! And a special goodbye to our wonderful principal, Mrs. Outlaw. You will be greatly missed. Once a Chittum bear, always a Chittum bear! 💛💙🧸
13 days ago, Chittum Elementary
mrs. Outlaw waving goodbye to the students!
yes school bus is leaving school
Fifth grade students leaving Chittum
Fifth grade students leaving Chittum for the last time
Students lining the hallways to say goodbye
Student sitting on the stairways to say goodbye
Students walking out out of
Student students waiting goodbye
The school bus driving off
Teachers lined up waving goodbye to the student
It's time for our very last spirit week of the 25-26 school year! ☀️😎 Monday 6/8- Neon Day: Bright "summer sun" colors like hot pink, electric yellow, and lime green Tuesday, 6/9- Sunglasses Day - wear your favorite pair of sunglasses Wednesday 6/10- Ocean/Under the sea day- dress like an underwater creature, sailor, mermaid, or etc. no face covering Thursday 6/11- Field Day, wear your grade level color: Prek & K- red, 1st-green, 2nd- yellow, 3rd- purple, 4th- orange, 5th- blue. Don't forget to wear sneakers! Friday 6/12-Chittum Day - wear Chittum attire Monday 6/15- Class Color Day- wear your grade level color: Prek & K- red, 1st-green, 2nd- yellow, 3rd- purple, 4th- orange, 5th- blue Tuesday 6/16- Chittum Spirit Day - Wear a Chittum Shirt or Yellow/Blue
22 days ago, Chittum Elementary
Once a Chittum Bear, Always a Chittum Bear! Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026. 🐻🎓
24 days ago, Chittum Elementary
Chesapeake Seniors visiting Chittum for the senior walk out!
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!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 💐 Among the many notes sent for and about our teachers, this one for Kasey Nein at Chittum Elementary really stood out:

“You make school feel like a second home. We’re so lucky to have you! I’ve learned so much because of you! Thanks for believing in me, even when I didn't believe in myself thanks for being my teacher”. - A Student

Want to shout out a teacher? Use this link: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2843125
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTAW26
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a A Stellar Shout out .
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we will have spirit week next week! ☀️🌸🫶 Monday, May 4- Sunshine Day: wear bright colors to brighten your teacher’s day. Tuesday, May 5- Kindness Day: wear red or pink and write a kind note to your teacher. Wednesday, May 6- Hats Off to Teachers: wear a hat and cover it with everything you have learned this year. Thursday, May 7- Team Day: wear your favorite team jersey & write your teacher a fun team award they would receive. Friday, May 8- Elementary Teacher Workday - no school.
2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
spirit week decorative photo

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.

2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Dr. Tucker smiling proudly in front of the School Administration Building.
Making the Shift with Dr. Catlin Tucker - Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Dr. Tucker smiling sitting on a chair. Episode 29
We are so thankful for the amazing parents and families who give their time and heart to support our school each day. Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week! 💙⭐️
2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Thank you sign for all the parents that volunteer to help make our school a better place!
Families of rising Chittum Kindergarteners, don't forget tomorrow is Kindergarten Kick Off at 5:30pm!
2 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Kindergarten kick off! welcoming the class of 2039!
This week is Assistant Principals Week, a time to recognize the incredible leaders who support our students, staff, and schools. We are so grateful for our amazing AP, Mrs. Davis-Mitchell! Her dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students and staff continues to shape our school and we are so thankful for all she brings to our school family. We also want to recognize our outstanding administrative specialist, Ms.Edwards-Roberson for the many ways she helps make Chittum such a great place. Her hard work, dedication, and support are truly appreciated. She has been such a wonderful addition to our Chittum family! We also can't go without recognizing the incredible, Mrs. Lopez! We are thankful for the way she stepped in to support our school with leadership, encouragement, and care. Thank you all for the difference you make in the lives of our students and staff every day! 🍎📚 #APWeek26 #CPSCelebrates
3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
our assistant principal Mrs. Davis-Mitchell we are so thankful for everything she does for us!
Recognizing our administrative specialist during AP week! She is smiling outside at the bus ramp.
recognizing Mrs. Lopez for her amazing support this year for assistant principals week
April is the Month of the Military Child, and today we proudly celebrated our incredible military kids with a special parade! Thank you to all of our military connected students for your strength, resilience, and the sacrifices your families make in service to our country. We are honored to celebrate you and the important role you play in our school community. 💜🇺🇸
3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Kids gathered for the month of the Military Kid Parade. Students smiled while holding an American Flag.
Kids gathered for the month of the Military Kid Parade. Students smiled while holding an American Flag.
Kids gathered for the month of the Military Kid Parade, wearing purple for purple up day!
kids smiling walking in the parade to recognize the month of the military children!
kids smiling walking in the parade to recognize the month of the military children!
kids smiling walking in the parade to recognize the month of the military children!
Kids gathered for the month of the Military Kid Parade. Students smiled while holding an American Flag.
Our third graders had the awesome opportunity to learn all about fire safety from the Chesapeake Fire Department! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to help keep us safe! 🚒🧯
3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
kids modeling waving to notify firefighters in case of a fire.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
third graders, listening to firefighters speak to them about fire safety.
kids practicing staying down while they crawl out of a house for fire safety.

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

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Child is excited for the open registration of the Chesapeake Preschool Initiative

Month of the Military Child Spirit WEEK

APRIL 14- Superhero Day
Dress like a superhero or wear a superhero shirt!
Military children are everyday heroes, showing courage, flexibility, and strength.

APRIL 15- Purple Up! Day
Wear purple to show support for military children.
Purple represents all branches of the military combined. Let’s fill the school with purple!

APRIL 16- Hats Off to Military Kids Day
Wear your favorite hat to honor the strength and resilience of military children!
“Hats off” is a way of showing respect and appreciation.

APRIL 17- R.E.D. Day
Wear red to honor and remember service members who are currently deployed.

3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
purple ribbon to show support for month of the military child

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

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Decorative
The FunRun Boosterthon was today, and all of our Chittum bears were on the move! Thank you so much to our PTA for putting on such a wonderful fundraiser, and to all of our families and friends for being so generous! Thank you to Mrs. Outlaw and Mrs. Sugg for being such great sports today! 📣📣
3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
friends holding hands excited to participate in the funrun!
one of our friends smiling while jamming to the music!
kids running around for the fun run
friends smiling participating in the fun run!
a student excited for the fun run!!
friends posing with their class flag for the funrun!
our principal posing with slime on her head! the winners of the funrun got to slime the principal
Friends, smiling posing after the fun run
We had a blast kicking off day 1 of Boosterthon! Congratulations to all the students who signed up early, I know they loved celebrating. Looking forward to the Fun Run! 🎉📣 Woohoo!
3 months ago, Chittum Elementary
Students excited to kick off this years Boosterthon standing outside of the school with pompoms!
students playing an activity in the gym! All students who signed up by this morning got to celebrate together!
students playing an activity in the gym! All students who signed up by this morning got to celebrate together!
⛈️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, March 16, 2026, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will also be canceled.

For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update with storm icon and CPS logo