🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
✨📚 Reading Under the Stars is almost here! Join us for our GBP Open House & Family Literacy Night on Tuesday, September 30th.
🌟 Pre-K & Kindergarten: 4:30–5:30
🌟 1st Grade: 5:30–6:30
🌟 2nd Grade: 6:30–7:30
Start in your child’s classroom, then stop by the Book Fair (open all evening). And don’t forget — wear your pajamas for this special night of reading fun!
5 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
📣 Our Fall Fundraiser is here! 🍿🍪🍩 We’re selling gourmet cookie dough, popcorn, and Amazing Glazed gift certificates. Packets were sent home with students last Thursday.
⏰ Last day to order: October 2, 2025
Thank you for supporting our school and helping make this fundraiser a success! 💚💛
5 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
We are excited to be supporting GBHS in the Cereal Wars again this year! GBP will be collecting unopened cereal boxes next week. We would love for our students to join in the fun and make a big impact for this great cause! Any cereal donations can be dropped in the designated box at the front of the school starting Monday, September 22nd.
5 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
WHO: GBP Students with potential Watch D.O.G.S.
(Dads, Grandads, Father Figures, Male Role Models)
WHEN: Thursday, September 25, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
WHERE: GBP Cafeteria
WHY: Watch D.O.G.S. kickoff and presentation of a unique, school-based father involvement program that works to support education and safety.
To RSVP, please click on the link below:
https://forms.gle/GdehXgyKQkmTcCGz86 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!
🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm
👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!
✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans
❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies
💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Yesterday we launched into an amazing new school year! 🚀 From warm welcomes and high fives at the door to learning expectations together, our Wildcats are ready to soar. 💫🐾
6 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
What a wonderful time meeting and greeting our amazing Wildcat students and families today! 💚💛 We’re so excited for the year ahead!
6 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
📣 One week to go! 🐾 Join us next Thursday, August 28th for our Meet the Teacher & Supply Drop-Off event. Don’t forget to check your time slot by last name. We can't wait to see you there! ✏️🍎💚
6 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!
Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies
Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!
7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Hello Parents and Guardians of Great Bridge Primary Students,
As we prepare for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, we are collecting transportation information for all students. Please fill out the survey with the link provided below. This survey is important to ensure your student’s most current and up to date transportation information. Once The Transportation Department has updated this information, it will reflect in your Parentvue app. Please continue to check to ensure accuracy.
🔗You can access the form here:
https://forms.gle/3KZpBMNmekJDJ1f3A
Thank you for your assistance in making the first weeks of school run smoothly.
7 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
Mr. Mason and Mrs. Harris represented GBP at tonight's Get on the Bus event as we gear up for an amazing school year! 🚌📚✨
7 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻? 𝗡𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 - 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today and make sure they are ready for the first day of school!
https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here:
https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌
Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.
📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways
For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb
7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📣 Mark your calendars! Meet the Teacher & supply drop-off is Thursday, August 28th! 🐾 Check your time slot by last name and get ready for a great year at GBP! ✏️📚
7 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
It’s almost that time again! 🚌🍎 Our 2025–2026 school supply lists are live—check them out and get a jump on back-to-school shopping! ✨📓
7 months ago, Great Bridge Primary
🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓
8 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📚 REMINDER: Kindergarten Registration is OPEN! 📚
Don't forget to secure your child's spot for 2025-2026!
Haven't registered yet? No worries - it's not too late!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today!
https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
8 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
