The Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) program is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. 🎒
CPI is a FREE full-day program for children who will be four years old by September 30th and live in Chesapeake.
💻Please review our website for eligibility criteria and to apply: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/cpi
🎥 You can also check out this webinar exploring the preschool options that are available for Chesapeake families as well as learn next steps for enrolling your child: https://youtu.be/OpG0nmF_XcA
May Students of the Month! These students were chosen for always showing fairness while at school. Way to go, Wildcats!
Congratulations to Mrs. Moore and our cafeteria crew for winning 2nd place for Marketing & Promotions at the Nutrition Services award ceremony!!
5/28/2025
To Second-Grade Parents:
2nd Grade Field Day/EOY Picnic
Due to the threat of rain tomorrow and the condition of our play field, we are rescheduling the 2nd grade Field Day/EOY Picnic to Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
If you have already signed up to be a volunteer or a spectator, your spot is confirmed, and you do NOT need to sign up to attend again. If you are volunteering to help with field day activities or to prep food for the picnic, please confirm with the PTA at babywildcatspta@gmail.com, that you can still volunteer on Tuesday, June 3rd.
If you now have Tuesday available to be a spectator and have not already registered to attend, please email gbpwildcats@cpschools.com with your first and last name, phone number, birthdate, student name, and student teacher’s name before noon on Friday, May 30, 2025, and we will add you to the list. Remember, only Parents or Guardians are allowed to attend this event.
5/27/2025
To First Grade Parents:
1st Grade Field Day/EOY Picnic
Due to the threat of rain and severe weather for tomorrow, May 28, 2025, we are rescheduling the 1st grade Field Day/EOY Picnic to Monday, June 2, 2025.
If you have already signed up to be a volunteer or a spectator, your spot is confirmed, and you do NOT need to sign up to attend again. If you are volunteering to help with field day activities or to prep food for the picnic, please confirm with the PTA that you can still volunteer on Monday, June 2nd.
If you now have Monday available to be a spectator and have not already registered to attend, please email gbpwildcats@cpschools.com with your first and last name, phone number, birthdate, student name, and student teacher’s name before noon on Friday, May 30, 2025, and we will add you to the list. Remember, only Parents or Guardians are allowed to attend this event.
Thank you so much to our amazing PTA for providing popcorn and popsicles for our students and staff today! All hand delivered by Mr. Mason in a chicken suit. What a fun way to end the week!
Second-Grade had so much fun on their field trip yesterday to the Botanical Gardens!
☀️💲The Virginia SUN bucks program assists families with the cost of groceries during summer break when school is not in session. It is a one-time benefit of $120 to each school-age child that meets the program requirements.
To learn more about these benefits or to apply, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/ebt
The GBP custodian team received the recognition of Superior Custodial Team for Exemplary Customer Service at the CPS Custodian Appreciation Banquet this past Saturday! Our Custodians are Rock Stars!
Kindergarten had a fantastic field trip to the Zoo last week!
Happy Custodial Staff Recognition Week! 🧹✨ A huge thank you to our amazing custodial team for keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming every day. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed – we appreciate you!
🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public.
💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
🗓️Just a reminder that Friday, May 9, 2025, is a Teacher Workday for all Elementary Schools ONLY. There will be no school for students enrolled in grades Pre-K-5.
💻 Visit our full calendar on our website: cpschools.com/calendar
Happy National School Nurse Day to the one and only Nurse Hill! ❤️ Your care, kindness, and dedication mean the world to us. Thank you for always looking out for our health and well-being!
🗓️Just a reminder that Friday, May 9, 2025 is a Teacher Workday for all Elementary Schools ONLY. There will be no school for students enrolled in grades Pre-K-5. Visit our full calendar on our website: cpschools.com/calendar
Flash Yearbook Sale!
The sale will run 5/7-5/9 for those who forgot to buy a yearbook. Click here to order:
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the amazing educators here at GBP! 🎉🌟 A heartfelt thank you to all of you for your unwavering dedication, passion, and the positive impact you make every day. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #CPSCelebrates
💐 As we prepare to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9), we invite you to reflect on the educators who've made a difference in your life or your child's journey. Who is that special teacher who goes above and beyond, planting seeds of curiosity and helping students grow into their best selves? 🏵️
❤️ Now's your chance to let them know how much they matter! We've created a simple way to send your teacher a heartfelt message of gratitude that will brighten their day during this special week. Your words of appreciation will be delivered directly to them and might even be featured on our platforms to inspire our entire community.
👉 Share your appreciation: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2176065
🌦️ Let's shower our amazing educators with the recognition they deserve! #CPSTAW25 🌷
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎🍽️ A huge thank you to our amazing cafeteria staff for serving up delicious meals with a smile every day. You are the unsung heroes who keep our students fueled and ready to learn!
April Students of the Month! These students were nominated for being cooperative. Way to go, Wildcats!
