Does your child currently have an IEP and planning to attend college? Join us on Wed. Jan. 31st as our panel of experts discuss documents needed to receive support and learn more about self-advocating to obtain accommodations. Register at: http://tinyurl.com/IEP2024
Our 2nd Annual Teen Summit will be held on February 24, 2024, at Great Bridge High School from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All middle and high school students and families are invited to attend. See session topics and RSVP here: http://tinyurl.com/2024TS
🏫✨ It’s #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek and we invite you to a heartfelt tribute to our educational leaders in our latest podcast episode! 🎧 🎙
🌟 Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Chesapeake Public Schools' finest, Mr. Paul Joseph, principal of Oscar Smith High, and Dr. Michelle Ferebee, principal of Deep Creek Elementary. Join us in honoring their incredible stories and the unyielding commitment and passion they bring to their roles, enriching the lives of students and setting a standard for educational leadership. #ThanksCPSPrincipals #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
👉 You can listen at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on your favorite podcast platforms!
🎉 Celebrating Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week! 🏫
From January 14 - 20, 2024, join us by taking a moment to honor and appreciate the incredible dedication of our Chesapeake Public Schools principals! Thank you for your unwavering leadership, commitment, and the positive impact you make on our students, staff, and community every day.🌟#VASchoolPrincipalsWeek #ThanksCPSPrincipals 🍎📚 #CPSCelebrates
Learn more about transition planning to prepare students with disabilities for after high school on Jan. 18th at 6:30 p.m. Join VA Department of Aging and Rehabilitation Services as they share more information on their services.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/DARS101
Everything you need for the end of the semester planning
Another college visit tomorrow!
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 9, 2024, are canceled, including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club.
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 get important updates, events and more!
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
It's not too early to start thinking about next year. Mark your calendars.
If you are interested in learning more about our Chesapeake Virtual Academy, plan to join us for an upcoming webinar on Jan. 17th as we explore learning opportunities, expectations, and requirements for students and families. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CVA2024
Our next One-Stop Job Fair will be held on January 10th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the School Administration Building. We are looking for teachers, bus drivers, school nutrition services, custodians, and more. Or you can always apply directly online: https://www.cpschools.com
What you need to know about Ring Dance
Congratulations to our four local Chesapeake Council PTA chapters who were awarded National Parent Teacher Association grants. #CPSCelebrates
🎉 Crestwood Intermediate School PTA
🎉 Crestwood Middle School PTSA
🎉 Great Bridge High School PTSA
🎉 Southwestern Elementary PTA
Join the Chesapeake Career Center to learn more about the application process for next school year at their Open House on January 11, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. Tour the building, see programs in action, and hear from current students.
See a full list of course offerings and requirements online: https://www.cpschools.com/o/ccc/page/course-offerings
Today's the last day to order the 2024 yearbook for $85. Price increase Jan.1.
Hope you're having a great holiday season. Make sure to order your yearbook before Monday for lower
price.
Thursday's schedule, including pep rally!
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP (formerly known as “Food Stamps”) provides eligible households with food benefits.
Students in households that receive SNAP are also eligible for meals at no cost at school. Students who have access to SNAP are more likely to be in good health and miss less school. Many households may not be aware they qualify. To learn more and to apply, visit https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/snap.cgi
Five of our high schools were awarded top honors from W!SE! W!SE is dedicated to improving economic mobility through programs that develop financial literacy and readiness for college and careers.
⭐ Grassfield High School (Platinum Star)
⭐ Hickory High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Deep Creek High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Western Branch High School (Blue Star)
In addition, 20 of our teachers, representing all 7 high schools, were named Gold Star Teachers ⭐ for earning a 93% pass rate in at least one of their classes in either the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test administration.
The Virginia Board of Education will be in Chesapeake Wednesday, December 13 as an opportunity for Virginians to learn more about new accountability measurements and discuss their expectations for the upcoming accountability measurements.
Register here: https://ow.ly/CpGS50Qgt7B
