Important Update‼️ There will be NO SCHOOL for students or staff in the district on Friday, May 24. This decision was made at the School Board meeting last night. We are aware that this new day off conflicts with our Kindergarten Guppies field trip that is scheduled and we are working to get it rescheduled. Those teachers will share an update as soon as we know more. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
2023-2024 SCHOOL CALENDAR UPDATE - EXTENDED MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND 📅
The School Board approved a change to the current school year calendar. As a result, all schools and offices will now be closed on Friday, May 24, 2024. To view our full calendar, please visit https://www.cpschools.com/events
Our staff is already feeling so appreciated! ❤️ Thank you to our PTA and room parents that left these sweet messages on our doors throughout the school! And another huge thank you to our amazing PTA for lunch from Jason’s Deli today! #CPSCelebrates
🥇 May 6-10, 2024 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and our teachers are “Gold Medal Educators!” #CPSTAW24
👉 📝 Join us in “honoring our champions” in teaching by visiting https://www.cpschools.com/article/1579472. Once there, you can send a “gold medal message” to a teacher who has helped shape your (or your child’s) future or remind them of a gold-medal moment that mattered to you! The message will be delivered with care to your teacher and could also be featured on our website or social media channels! #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducatorsVA
We are looking forward to showing how wild we are about our teachers and staff next week! Thank you to our PTA for organizing these fun spirit days. All students and staff are encouraged to participate! 💚🐾
Between preparing healthy meals for students, adhering to nutrition standards, navigating food allergies, and offering service with a smile, our school nutrition professionals are true heroes. 🍕🌮🥛🍇
School Lunch Hero Day is a chance to showcase the difference school nutrition professionals make for every child who comes through the cafeteria. Please be sure to thank your favorite School Lunch Hero today! #CPSCelebrates
Our next Sibshops will be held on May 8, 2024, at Portlock Primary School. This event is free for siblings (brothers and sisters of children with special needs) in grades 2-8 only. Light dinner will be provided.
Learn more and register: www.cpschools.com/sibshops
Our Spring Book Fair is in full swing and tonight is FAMILY NIGHT! The book fair is open until 6 PM and Kona Ice is here too! Don't forget to swing by to get some new books and Kona ice on this warm day! 📚🍧
May is Jewish American Heritage Month!
This month offers all Americans an opportunity to celebrate and draw inspiration from Jewish Americans' contributions to the fabric of our nation’s history and culture. You can read more about the celebration in Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proclamation: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/proclamations/proclamation-list/jewish-american-heritage-month-2.html
Join us as we celebrate and honor the rich culture, traditions, contributions, and enduring legacy of Jewish Americans. #CPSCelebrates
🎉 Join us in celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! We encourage you to take some time to honor the incredible culture, history, and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans throughout May. Learn more about Asian Pacific Heritage Month and Asian Pacific Virginians here: http://www.virginia.gov/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month
Join us for our second School Safety Forum on Wed., May 22nd at Western Branch High School at 5:30 p.m. Representatives of the School Safety Taskforce (SSTF) will provide a brief update on policies and procedures followed by a Q&A session. Learn more: www.cpschools.com/safety
Just a reminder that Friday, May 3, 2024, 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
On Saturday, Indian River High School hosted Operation Military Families! Operation Military Families allowed for our district's military families to participate in information sessions and fun activities for students.
Throughout the evening, families were able to get complimentary family portraits taken by Lifetouch, enjoy performances by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quartet, eat a pizza dinner and learn about resources offered to military families in our area.
Special thanks to Captain Matt Frauenzimmer for taking the time to speak to our families and the Office of Family and Community Engagement for continuing their commitment to serving our community.
Mr. Mason, Mrs. Deighan (PTA President), Ms. Labaire (LTOY), Mrs. Hobbs (PTA VP), Mrs. Greathouse (General TA), Mrs. Brinn (TOY), and Mr. Breland (Crystal Apple Recipient) enjoyed representing GBP at the State of the Schools breakfast yesterday morning!
Parents and families,
We wanted to give a quick update regarding student ID badges.
Unfortunately, our supply of extra badges is running very low. With that said, as long as our current supply allows, we will only be replacing ID badges that are damaged and will not scan in the building. We will not be replacing badges that are usable but RFID is not working on the bus. In addition, we are out of extra lanyards. You are welcome to replace your child's lanyard with a break-away one from home if needed.
Thank you for your understanding!
Don't forget, GBP is hosting a special Kindergarten information parent meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 3:30-4:30 PM. Please visit our school website for more information!
https://www.cpschools.com/o/gbp/article/1521812
Spread the word to your neighbors and friends in the community! We can't wait to meet our future kindergarteners!
Don't forget tomorrow is picture day! 📸 Individual and class pictures will be taken.
Career Day on Friday was a huge success! 👮♂️🚨👷🚒📚🚑
Thank you to Chesapeake Sheriff’s Department, Chesapeake Fire Department, Dominion Energy, Coast Guard K-9 Unit, and Chesapeake Public Libraries for coming out and sharing about your careers with our students!
And another special thank you to Chesapeake Pizza for donating lunch for our presenters!
2023-2024 Yearbooks are still on sale. Order now, the deadline is April 26, 2024. The cost is $20 per yearbook.
The yearbook ID code is 9564824.
Yearbooks will be distributed the first week of June.
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob
The Elementary Spring Art Show is currently underway at the Chesapeake Central Library! Visit the library during operating hours to see some of the amazing artwork by our Elementary students.
The Elementary Spring Art Show will run through April 23, 2024 so don’t miss your opportunity to see some spectacular and creative artwork. The Middle and High School Spring Art Show will take place from May 2-14, 2024 at the Chesapeake Central Library.
Thank you to our art teachers for giving our students the opportunity to showcase their talents and their creativity. 🎨🎉