🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!
♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates
Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024
🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates
April 19th is the deadline to order your Great Bridge Intermediate Yearbook ! Visit ybpay.com and ienter our school name. Yearbook ID Code: 11531724
🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered.
🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!
🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302
Are you looking for a place to call home? Join us on April 10, 2024, to discuss the Family Self-Sufficiency Program with the Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority. We will also discuss budgeting your way to home ownership. 🏠
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSHome2024
FUN RUN TOMORROW 3/26! Last day to donate!
FUN RUN TOMORROW 3/26!--LAST DAY TO DONATE! Thank you to EVERYONE who has made this program a SUCCESS!
🎉 National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1–5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's assistant principals the week of March 25-29, 2024. #APWeek24 In collaboration with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators join us in honoring the positive impact our assistant principals have on the success of our schools. Thank you to all of our assistant principals for your countless contributions and commitment to our schools and community! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducators
Have a GREAT weekend everyone! The final countdown to our GBI Fun Run is on! 🎉
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🏁 Ready… Set… GO! 🏁 Our GBI Fun Run has begun! This program only lasts for ONE WEEK, so please register your student TODAY on MYBOOSTER.COM. Share your donation page with family and friends. 💥Register your student for our all-inclusive event! Thanks for your support of GBI!
🔊 New Podcast Episode Alert!🎧 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified 🛡️ Safety within our schools takes center stage as we sit down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of Safety and Security, and Matt Hamel, Commonwealth's Attorney, to discuss the strategies and dedication driving our local School Safety Task Force. Discover how collaborative efforts across city departments are creating a safe and secure environment for our schools. Gain insight into proactive school security measures and the role you help play in school safety. Your voice matters, and we extend an invitation to contribute your perspective at the upcoming School Safety Forums! 👉 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/safety-and-security for more information regarding the upcoming forums. 🗣️ Join us in this pivotal conversation, because when it comes to our children's future, every voice can make a world of difference.
The School Safety Taskforce will host the first of two public forums on March 20th at Indian River High School to provide an update on school safety policies and procedures. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees. Learn more: http://cpschools.com/safety
🎨 March is VAEA Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is a celebration of the visual arts and recognizes art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” #VAartedYAM24 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
To learn more about Youth Art Month and ways to celebrate, visit https://councilforarteducation.org/youth-art-month/ and http://www.vaea.org/youth-art-month.html. 🎉
Join us on March 14th at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar about Financial Planning for children with disabilities. Learn about guardianship and alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trusts. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSFinancial2024
