🌟 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!
about 10 hours ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
New Date: 7th/8th Grade Open House Thursday, September 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
We can't wait to see you there to meet our teachers and learn more about your student's classes.
1 day ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Deep Creek Middle School Families, due to the inclement weather, the 7th and 8th Grade Open House scheduled for this evening, Tuesday, September 16, has been canceled.
Please stay tuned for a rescheduled date. Thank you for your understanding!
7 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
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.
7 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
What a great way to spend a lunch break! 🤩 We had a special guest from Scouting America Tidewater Council on campus today sharing all about the incredible work they do.
It was awesome to see our students so engaged and asking great questions about making a difference in their community. Thanks for stopping by and inspiring our students!
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
8 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
You're invited to our 7th and 8th Grade Open House on September 16th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This is an excellent opportunity to meet your child's teachers and the entire administrative team. We are so excited to meet you and share our vision for our school. You'll also have a chance to connect with other parents and learn more about our amazing PTSA. We can't wait to see you there!
8 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
❤️🤍💙 Our students looked amazing in their red, white, and blue spirit wear for Patriot Day. What a wonderful way to honor and remember together.
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
12 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
🚌 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!
15 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Buzzing with excitement for the first day of school! 🐝💜 Wishing all our Deep Creek Hornets a fantastic day. Let's make it a great year, Hornets! #FirstDayCPSVA #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
21 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Kicking off the new school year with smiles, teamwork, and a delicious breakfast sponsored by Hatcher and Frey Orthodontics! We’re so excited to kick off a brand-new school year with you! This week’s welcome back meetings included important professional development sessions designed to set us up for success.🥐☕🍎
29 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
📢 DRILL REMINDER: Chesapeake Public Schools and the City of Chesapeake will hold a Public Safety Training Exercise at Deep Creek Middle School (1955 Deal Dr) and Deep Creek High School (2900 Margaret Booker Dr) TOMORROW - Thursday, August 14 - for most of the day. You'll likely see more emergency vehicles and activity than usual in the area. This is simply a planned training exercise for our first responders and school/city staff to practice emergency procedures. No cause for concern, just routine preparation! 🚨
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Our Purple Palooza for rising 6th graders was a huge success! 💜 167 students participated, 11 student volunteers, 5 military volunteers, 32 staff volunteers, and 400 slices of pizza 🍕
about 1 month ago, Deep Creek Middle School
6th Grade Open House: Thursday, August 28 starting at 1:30pm for a general information session followed by a chance to walk your 6th grade schedule and meet the teachers. Or, pop in anytime between 2pm - 4pm at your convenience.
about 1 month ago, Deep Creek Middle School
🚌 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!
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📺 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
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
DCMS's Pop In and Chill community event was a huge success🎉💜!
Pictured left to right: Mr. Thomas Smith (8th grade Asst. Principal), Mrs. LaTricia Davenport (Principal), Pastor Wise, Mrs. Tracy Reynolds (6th grade Asst. Principal), and Dr. Karitta Page (7th grade Asst. Principal).
Pastor Wise is from First Baptist Church South Hill in Deep Creek! Thank you for coming out to support our community!
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
2 months ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Meet the Principals! A Deep Creek Middle School Community Welcome Event for all DCMS families and businesses! Tuesday, July 22 from 2-4pm at the DCMS Bus Ramp. Enter the drive thru on the bus ramp from Shell Road. Call the main office for more information 757-558-5321!
2 months ago, Deep Creek Middle School
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
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
PURPLE PALOOZA! Sign-up on our website in the NEWS section!
For: Rising 6th Graders
When: Tuesday, August 12th
Drop Off: 8:30am - 9am and Pick up: 1:15pm
Rising DCMS 6™ graders are invited to tour the school and participate in activities that will help them become familiar with being a middle school student! A light breakfast snack and a pizza lunch will be served. Sign-up on our website!
2 months ago, Deep Creek Middle School
🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
