Last Thursday, we gathered for our district retirement ceremony to celebrate the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙✨

Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS

📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs

From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
5 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Retiree celebrating on stage!
Superintendent Dr. Cotton receiving his retirement plaque with the School Board Chair.
Retiree smiling for the camera.
A retiree crying in a happy way for being honored for her contributions.
Retiree shaking hands with the Superintendent.
Retiree smiling speaking and laughing with his principal.
Retiree waving to the crowd on stage.
Retiree smiling for the camera.
Two retirees smiling together.
Retiree celebrating on stage!
GFE Relay for Life
8 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
GFE Relay for Life green shirt team
Our teachers are out of the world! 🌍 So this Teacher Appreciation Week we’re sharing a few of the messages that touched our heart. Here’s one for Brooke Crisher at Grassfield Elementary:

“Thank you for teaching us a bunch. It really helped me learn more and some of the stuff I didn't know, but now I do because of how good you are at teaching!” - A Student

Want to shout out a teacher? Use this link: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2843125
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTAW26
9 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a A Stellar Shout out .
Teachers Help Us Blossom
Monday - Blooming with Appreciation: Shower your teacher with a sweet note of thanks!
Tuesday - Showering Sunshine: Celebrate your teacher with a high five, a hug, a fist bump, or your best happy dance!
Wednesday - Bloom Like Your Teacher: Dress up as your teacher and help them "bloom" with appreciation.
Thursday - Life is sweeter with you!: Rain love on your teacher - wear their favorite color or create a special picture!
Friday - Thank you for inspiring, guiding, and helping our kids bloom! Enjoy this kid-free day to rest, refresh, and smell the flowers! Thank you for all you do to help our Gators grow!
13 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
Banner with a colorful confetti background of primary color confetti. Says Happy Teacher Appreciation Week. Two red apples are on both sides of the word teacher.
Thank you for the passion, the smiles, and the hundreds of meals you serve with care every day. You nourish our students’ bodies and spirits, making GFE a better place one tray at a time.

We truly are blessed with the best of the best!
15 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
A cafeteria staff member sitting at a computer terminal at the end of the lunch line, checking out a student.
A medium shot of school nutrition professionals serving students behind a stainless steel counter.
A joyful picture of two of GFE's cafeteria workers. They are both wearing royal blue aprons with an image saying School Lunch Hero in bright bold orange and yellow colors.
A staff member wearing a blue scrub-style shirt with a Chesapeake Public Schools logo.and a visible badge.
Profile picture of one of GFE's cafeteria monitors.
"Thank You Cafeteria Super Heroes" "We ❤️ Our Lunch Heroes" "Best Cafeteria Staff in the World" "Not All Heroes Wear Capes"
"Thank You Cafeteria Super Heroes" "We ❤️ Our Lunch Heroes" "Best Cafeteria Staff in the World" "Not All Heroes Wear Capes"
The students' illustrations often depict the staff members, globes, and various food items like cookies and fruit, underscoring the impact these individuals have on the students' daily lives.
Lego Robotics with Miss Stafford's little first grade engineers.
15 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
A young boy in a sage green zip-up hoodie works independently, carefully attaching a white and blue LEGO plate to a yellow support structure on a wooden table. A yellow bin of sorted LEGO parts is visible to his left.
A picture of a teacher's arm and two student's wearing pink shirts. One of the students is pointing to toward the Chromebook screen showing her teacher something while the other student looks on with concentration as they learn how to avigate the software to control the LEGO robotic model sitting on the table between the two students.
A close-up, of two boys working on a STEM project. The boy on the left, wearing a dinosaur T-shirt, adjusts a LEGO structure with wires. The boy on the right, in a maroon "Epic" shirt, watches the laptop screen with a serious, focused expression. String lights glow in the blurred background.
An over-the-shoulder shot of a young girl in a pink sweatshirt pointing at a laptop screen displaying a block-based coding interface. In the blurred background, another young boy rests his chin on his hand while looking toward the same workstation in a brightly lit classroom with string lights.
A side-view of a diverse classroom where a young girl in a bright pink hoodie works with LEGO Education bricks in the foreground. In the background, another student and a teacher look at a laptop screen together. Yellow storage bins filled with colorful bricks sit on the table.
Two children sitting at a table; a girl in a floral dress smiles at the camera while holding a blue LEGO piece, and a boy in a black Nike hoodie looks intently at a Chromebook. Between them is a constructed LEGO model .
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
16 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Charlton's Class creating plane and solid figures with toothpicks and marshmallows. So much fun!
Mrs. Shedd and our GFE All Virginia Chorus students traveled to Richmond this past Saturday to perform alongside fellow All Virginia Select Chorus elementary singers from across the state. 🎶

They did an outstanding job representing GFE, showcasing both their talent and dedication. We are incredibly proud of their performance and the way they represented our school with such style and class!
16 days ago, Grassfield Elementary
A group of nine elementary school students and one adult stand smiling in front of a colorful school wall mural featuring a cartoon alligator and the words “Grassfield Elementary.” The students are wearing matching dark green T-shirts that read “All Virginia Elementary Chorus 2026.” They are arranged in two rows, with five students in front and four in the back alongside the adult. The group appears diverse, and everyone is facing the camera with cheerful expressions.

What does student-centered learning look like in your child’s classroom? In Chesapeake Public Schools, our teachers are creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students. In our latest episode, nationally recognized educator, author, and speaker Dr. Catlin Tucker joins us to highlight how this work is taking shape in our classrooms, from increasing student voice and choice to building stronger connections that support learning. 🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.

25 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Dr. Tucker smiling proudly in front of the School Administration Building.
Making the Shift with Dr. Catlin Tucker - Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Dr. Tucker smiling sitting on a chair. Episode 29

Our Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) program is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. 🚸 CPI is a free, full-day program that gives eligible children a head start on their education.

What makes a child eligible?
Must live in the City of Chesapeake
Must be 4 years old by September 30, 2026
Must meet program eligibility criteria

Visit our website to review the details and start your application today: http://cpschools.com/cpi

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Child is excited for the open registration of the Chesapeake Preschool Initiative
We want to recognize and celebrate our three incredible assistant principals: Dr. Carter, Mrs. Green, and Mr. Heberling. Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and unwavering support for our students, staff, and families.

Thank you for the countless hours you give, the challenges you navigate with grace, and the positive impact you make in our school community each and every day. We are truly grateful for all that you do!
#AssistantPrincipalAppreciation
#SchoolLeaders
about 1 month ago, Grassfield Elementary
A celebratory graphic titled “Assistant Principal’s Appreciation Week” featuring three professional headshots on a colorful, sparkly background. From left to right: Dr. Carter, a smiling woman with dark hair in an updo wearing a green blazer; Mrs. Green, a smiling woman with short curly blond hair wearing a black blazer and pearl necklace; and Mr. Heberling, a smiling bald man wearing a gray suit with a purple shirt and patterned tie. At the bottom, text reads: “Thank you for your tireless dedication to our school.”

Important Calendar Updates & Reminders! 📅

April 6 - 10 is Spring Break. Schools will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break! 🌸

April 13 is a Teacher Workday. No school for students.

April 21 is now an Asynchronous Day for all students. Meals will also be available at select school sites. More information is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53908933

As a reminder, you can full our full calendar of events here: https://www.cpschools.com/events

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Decorative
Mrs. Farley's class learning about mosquitoes from Chesapeake Mosquito Control at GFE this week. Chesapeake Mosquito Control presented an engaging and informative session! Mrs. Farley's students loved learning all about mosquitoes and how to stay safe!
about 2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
A presenter speaks to a group of elementary students seated closely together, while a screen behind her displays a Chesapeake Mosquito Control presentation.
A presenter stands in front of a large screen showing the Chesapeake Mosquito Control logo, addressing a group of attentive third-grade students.
Several third-grade students sit facing a presenter, with multiple students raising their hands to participate during a Chesapeake Mosquito Control presentation displayed on a screen at the front of the room.
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.
about 2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.
Mrs. Vogels' using Cheez-its to learn about perimeter and area.

GFE Kindergarten Information Night
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and the meeting beings at 6:00 p.m.
Grassfield Elementary School
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us as we discuss topics such as online registration, health information, FREEBIES and more!
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/GFEKindergarten2026-2027

about 2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
A colorful welcome graphic for kindergarten featuring the words “Kindergarten Here We Come” on a blue sky background with clouds, and five smiling children dressed as flowers in bright pots along the bottom.
Miss Stafford's first graders had fun planting marigold and sunflower seeds today! 🌻🌱"
about 2 months ago, Cindy Foster
A round table in a classroom is set up for a planting activity, with several black trays arranged around it. Each tray holds a small pot with soil, a colorful plant marker, and a clear plastic cup. A container of potting soil sits in the center of the table, and classroom shelves and supplies are visible in the background.
Three young children sit at a table in a classroom, each focused on planting in small pots placed on black trays. Soil is spread across the table, with a large container of potting mix in the foreground. The children are using their hands to fill pots and plant seeds, while classroom posters and shelves are visible in the background.
Three young children sit at a table in a classroom, each focused on planting in small pots placed on black trays. Soil is spread across the table, with a large container of potting mix in the foreground. The children are using their hands to fill pots and plant seeds, while classroom posters and shelves are visible in the background.
A group of small potted plants arranged in trays on a countertop, each pot filled with soil and labeled with colorful cartoon-style plant markers. The markers show illustrated characters or shapes in pastel colors, making the seedlings easy to identify.
Two students planting seeds in a classroom.

Last chance to participate in Grassfield Fun Run! We are SO CLOSE to reaching our goal of $30,000, can you help? Every donation, no matter what size, makes a HUGE impact on our school!

Tonight is the last night for donations. Donate at mybooster.com

BONUS CHALLENGE
The class with the most new donations gets to level up their recess with a Booster Recess Kit.

about 2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
Last Night for Donations Social Media 25-26 mybooster.com
RECESS KIT - GFE
⏰It’s not too late to sign up! We’re getting closer to reaching all of our goals, but we need your help to cross the finish line! Sign up at MyBooster.com today. ✅ Just a few minutes of your time can make a BIG difference! 🙏

50 State Challenge
Get a Donation from all 50 States
If we get a Donation from all 50 States, the Booster team will get Ice Bucketed! We only need donations from four more states; they are North Dakota, Wyoming, Kansas, and Oklahoma

Tonight's Challenge
The class with the most new donations gets to pie one of the members of the Booster team in the face.

Log all donations at mybooster.com
about 2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
50 State Challenge - GFE
PIE Booster Team - GFE
We’re about halfway through our Grassfield Fun Run fundraiser! If you haven’t signed up, there’s still time. Plus when you register at MyBooster.com, your student receives a FREE prize! Join the fun today.

Tonight's Challenge
Every student with a new donation get to wear pajamas to school tomorrow. Log all donations at mybooster.com
2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
We’re about halfway through our Grassfield Fun Run fundraiser! If you haven’t signed up, there’s still time. Plus when you register at MyBooster.com, your student receives a FREE prize! Join the fun today.
Have a minute? That’s all it takes to share about our Grassfield Fun Run and help us raise $30,000! Go to MyBooster.com and share through email, text, and on social media with just a click! 💻📱🙌

Tonight's Challenge
The class with the most new donations will get to turn the Booster Team into a human burrito.
Log all donations at mybooster.com
2 months ago, Grassfield Elementary
Have a minute? That’s all it takes to share about our Grassfield Fun Run and help us raise $30,000! Go to MyBooster.com and share through email, text, and on social media with just a click! 💻📱🙌