Get your spirit gear ready, Hornets! 🇺🇸

Next week (11/17-11/21) is Month of the Military Family Spirit Week, and we are so excited to honor and celebrate the incredible military families in our [School Name] community! ❤️

Here’s the lineup so you can plan your outfits:

MONDAY 11/17: Wear Yellow 💛 (To support our troops)

TUESDAY 11/18: Service Branch Color Day 🟢🔴🔵 (Wear camo, red, green, or blue!)

WEDNESDAY 11/19: Wear Purple 💜 (To honor all military kids)

THURSDAY 11/20: Wear Red ❤️ (To Remember Everyone Deployed)

FRIDAY 11/21: Proud to be an American! 🇺🇸 (Wear your red, white, & blue!)

We can't wait to see your spirit! ✨
1 day ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Month of the Military Family
🌟 Happy Creek Day! 🌟

Once a week, we hit pause on our regular bells for something special... we call it Creek Day!

So, what is it? Creek Day is our all-school club period. Most of the student body breaks out to explore their passions, learn new skills, and connect with friends who share their interests. It’s a huge part of how we build community.

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
3 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Students enjoying games in the game club. They have uno cards.
Students enjoying games in the game club. They have uno cards.
a student making bracelet and smiling at the bracelet making club
Three student play uno in the uno club
a student in the bracelet making club
Two girls in the small craft club with play dough
Student in the small craft club smiling

The upcoming holiday season is filled with excitement, but it can also be a time when some of our families need a little extra support. 💛 🎙 In our newest episode of Amplified, we sit down with Lisa Kerry, one of our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) specialists and Nischelle Buffalow from Buffalow Family and Friends to talk about partnership, compassion, and how our community works together to make sure no one feels alone this season. 🎧 Hear the stories, learn how to access support, and discover ways to get involved at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates

6 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Lisa and Nischelle standing next together in from of the Chesapeake Public Schools Administration building and smiling.
Lisa smiling in the studio with a headset and mic.
Nischelle talking in the studio.
A Phone Call Away with Lisa Kerry and Nischelle Buffalow. Amplified The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 24 with Lisa and Nischelle smiling on the cover art.
Congratulations to our chorus teacher, Mrs. Mercier, who was awarded the Purple Pride Award! 🥳💜

This award honors staff members who continuously exude positivity, enthusiasm, and unwavering support for our DC family. 🤩

Here she is dressed as Gru with a few minions! 🍌🍌

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
8 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Mrs. Mercier dressed like Gru from Despicable Me and a few minions dressed in yellow.
Congratulations to Mrs. Green, an 8th-grade science teacher! 🥳 She received the Leading the Hive Award last week. 🏆

This award is exclusively for our dedicated teachers, celebrating stellar instructional delivery and outstanding student outcomes. 📚👩‍🏫

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
8 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Mrs. Green holding her Leading the Hive Award
Congratulations to Mrs. Rodriguez, one of our English language learner teachers! 🏆 She received the Hornet Hero Staff Award last week. This award celebrates staff members for their exemplary work ethic and for consistently going above and beyond the scope of expectations. We are so proud to have her on our team!

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
8 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Mrs. Rodriguez holding her award. Hornet Hero.
Trunk or Treat 2025 was one for the books! 🤩 We are still smiling from all the spooktacular fun, amazing costumes, and incredible community spirit.

An event this big takes a village, and our village is the best!

A massive round of applause for:

Our PTSA, SCA, & Mr. Bray: The masterminds behind the magic! Thank you for hosting!

The Mount Church : Our community heroes! Thank you for your partnership!

Our Trunk Hosts: You all won Halloween! The decorations were next-level!

Our Candy Donors: You made a lot of kids (and dentists) very happy!

Thank you to everyone who came out and made this a safe and memorable night for our students.

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
13 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Mrs. Davenport, Dr. Page, and Mr. Smith at a trunk or treating
Ms. Vinson holding a dog at Trunk or treating
A teacher dressed as a graduate trunk or treating
Kids lining up in costumes trunk or treating
Mrs. Reynold's with her cat as a witch
An armored car as a trunk or treat
Three witches at Trunk or Treating
Two Kids dressed as dinosaurs trunk or treating
Kids Trunk or Treating
A trunk full of candy that says Trunk or Treat
How amazing was it to see our DCMS Hornets participating in the Deep Creek High Homecoming festivities?!

We are beaming with pride for our student-athletes who brought their amazing Hornet Spirit to the parade and the game.

We love being part of this incredible Deep Creek community and seeing our students get a preview of their future high school. Thank you for representing DCMS with such spirit and pride!

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
15 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
The floats at the football game
Girls soccer on their float
Two Student athletes
Boys baseball team on their float
Police mascot- greeting the girls
🌟 Yesterday was an incredible day at Deep Creek Middle School for our Girl Powered Workshop! 🌟 A special shoutout to the Society of Women Engineers at Old Dominion University for speaking and running engaging stations that truly energized our girls. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
15 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Two girls posing in front of their science experiment.
A girl showing her prize at the conference.
Girl is headband doing a science experiment with a red solo cup.
That's a wrap on an unforgettable 8th Grade WOW Field Trip! 🤩🚌

This past Tuesday was all about hands-on learning, making memories, and having a total blast outside the classroom walls. Just look at those smiles! 😄

We are so proud to see our students exploring, collaborating, and representing our school so well. These are the days they'll remember long after they leave our hallways!
20 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Students learning about chemicals in WOW field trip
Students Smiling with Firefighter mascot- Dog
Student outside in hard hats learning about career readiness opportunities
Students Smiling At WOW field Trip
Picture Day is coming on Wednesday, November 12!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTMDMJWH. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com
21 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Picture Day Wednesday November 12

Throwback Thursday 🎶

Core memory: The day our 7th and 8th grade chorus students got to experience the power and joy of the Soweto Gospel Choir live last Tuesday!

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet

21 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Students with Mrs. Mercier all wearing purple for a field trip!
We're still in need of donations of individually wrapped candy for our upcoming Trunk or Treat! Every bag helps us get one step closer to our goal. Please drop off donations in the main office.

Let's come together to make this a night our students will never forget!

Trunk or Treat
Event Details: 🗓️ When: Thursday, October 30 ⏰ Time: 5 PM – 7 PM 📍 Where: Deep Creek Middle School (Hosted by your PTSA and SCA)
24 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
We Need Candy for Trunk or Treat
🧡 Get your orange ready for Wednesday! 🧡

This Wednesday is Unity Day! We're asking all students and staff to wear ORANGE to show we are united for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

Wearing orange is our visual promise to stand together against bullying and make our school a safe, welcoming place for everyone.
24 days ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Orange shirts- Wear Orange Wednesday!
⚠️ UPDATE: DATE CORRECTION ⚠️
The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!

🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓

Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!

📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center

Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!

🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!

Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!

💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
24 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓

Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!

📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center

Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!

🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!

Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!

💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
27 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
envision college readiness night graphic wiht academy logos
The countdown is on! 🎃 Join the Deep Creek Middle PTSA & SCA for our Trunk or Treat!
🗓️ WHEN: Thursday, October 30th
⏰ TIME: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Deep Creek Middle School

To make this the best night ever, we need your help! Our candy supply is looking a little spooky (👻). Please consider donating a bag of individually wrapped candy to the main office this week!

Want to help make more magic happen? ✨ Join the PTSA! Your support makes these incredible community events possible.

We can't wait to see our Hornet families there!

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
about 1 month ago, Deep Creek Middle School
A ghost and three pumpkins and a Trunk or  Treat. We need candy!
One more week left for Mega Blast! Let's make it count!!!
about 1 month ago, Deep Creek Middle School
MEGA BLAST
Have the teachers and students switched places?! 🤔 What an incredible way to end Spirit Week!

#ItsAGreatDayToBeAHornet
about 1 month ago, Deep Creek Middle School
Many kids dressed up like Mr. McKee
A student dressed like a teacher reprimanding a teacher dressed as a student
two students dressed like teachers and a teacher dressed as a student
Two students dressed like teachers and two teacher dressed like students.

🎙 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.

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23