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
We are bursting with pride to announce that 2nd grader Mayukha has been named a Regional Winner in the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision STEM Competition—the largest of its kind in the world!
Mayukha and her teammate Avik D. outshone thousands of entries across the U.S. and Canada with their invention: The Buddy Band. ⌚🦠 This wearable device uses hydrogel sensors and microchips to detect airborne viruses before they even enter the body—shifting healthcare from treatment to prevention.
As Mrs. Walters says, "Mayukha is a shining example of what happens when curiosity meets determination."
Check out the full story of our "Little Hornet" and her team's journey on our website! https://www.cpschools.com/o/dcce/article/2789592
#STEM #ExploraVision #FutureScientists #LittleHornets #ChesapeakeSchools #StudentSuccess
For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
🍎 Your future starts here!
Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:
1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair
🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
⚠️ Must be eligible for a VA teaching license.
📝 Apply here:https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906
2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair
🗓️ March 23 – March 27, 2026
📝 Deadline to Register: March 13 (Required)
🔗 Register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839
✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:
✅ Low-cost health insurance
✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics
✅ A supportive professional community
🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits
🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU
✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!
📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School
Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265
This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Today, we join over 100 countries in celebrating #SaferInternetDay. We are dedicated to making sure our students have the tools they need to navigate the digital world safely and kindly. 💻✨
Here’s how our students are taking action this week: 🎤 Our morning news anchors are broadcasting daily safety tips. 📚 Classes are diving into lessons on digital citizenship. 🎬 Students are busy writing and filming their very own Internet Safety PSAs!
We’re so proud, " It's the Hornet way " 🐝💜
#SaferInternetDay #ConnectSafely #DigitalCitizenship #DCCE #StudentSafety #GrantWinner
Kindness is contagious—and it’s coming to DCCE🌟
Mark your calendars! From February 9–13, we are joining schools across the state for Virginia Kindness Week 2026. In partnership with the VDOE and the @CKGFoundation, we’re spending the week focusing on empathy, inclusion, and lifting each other.
Let’s show Virginia how much the Hornets care. 💜
#VirginiaKindnessWeek #SpeakUp #KindnessMatters #DCCE
~ Bring your Spirit for our Spirit Week ~
Mindfulness exercises can help us increase our ability to regulate emotions. These practices decrease stress, anxiety, and depression.
💻 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
In celebration of Black History Month, you'll see meaningful quotes and thoughtful moments as we celebrate Black leaders, history, and voices alongside mindfulness strategies and inspiration.
We were honored to have Jovan, a 5th-grade student from Mrs. Haueisen's class, lead the Pledge of Allegiance at last night’s School Board meeting! 🇺🇸
Jovan represented his class and our school with incredible confidence and pride. We are so proud of his leadership!
Way to go, Jovan! 🎉📚👏
