Grassfield High -

Today we held off our annual Service Rally! 💚 Students had the opportunity to learn about the powerful story behind Laps for Lymphoma and why this event means so much to our school community. We were honored to hear from our guest speaker, Mr. Cade Stevenson, a teacher at Hugo Owens Middle School, who shared his personal journey after being diagnosed with lymphoma at the age of 12. His story was a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and the impact we can make when we come together for a cause.

We also heard from five different clubs who will each be sponsoring a day during Service Week (March 23–27), giving students many opportunities to give back and support others in our community. The week will culminate with Laps for Lymphoma on March 28!

Be sure to register using the link on GoFan and join us as we make a difference together.

🏆✨ Indoor Track & Field State Championship Recap ✨🏆

Girls – 4th Place Overall
🥇 Sophie Rambo – State Champion 500M (NEW Meet Record)
🥇 Sophie Rambo – State Champion 300M (NEW Meet Record)
🥇 Emma Teeman – State Champion Shot Put
🏅 4x400 Relay – All-State (5th)
Alexanderia Toro, Sophie Rambo, Layla Jackson, Elyn Akins

Boys – 11th Place Overall
🏅 4x200 Relay – All-State (3rd)
Elijah Cherry, Landon Coleman, Jaylin Foster, Nathaniel Harmon
🏅 Aaron Williams – All-State (4th) Shot Put
🏅 Antonio Johnson – All-State (6th) High Jump

Tonight the Class of 2027 stepped onto the red carpet and into the spotlight for a Hollywood-themed Ring Dance! ⭐

This Black History Month, students took learning beyond the classroom and into the kitchen! 🧑🏾‍🍳✨ Students learned how to make the original mac and cheese recipe inspired by James Hemings, trained chef who introduced macaroni and cheese to America after studying culinary arts in France. Hemings’ influence on American cuisine is still felt today, and this hands-on experience gave students a chance to connect history, culture, and creativity in a delicious way. Celebrating Black history means honoring contributions in every space, including the kitchen. 🖤

Our halls were filled with creativity, culture, and pride as students and staff decorated doors in celebration of Black History Month! Each door told a story honoring influential leaders, highlighting powerful voices & celebrating the impact on past and present of Black culture.

On Friday, we were proud to welcome representatives from Norfolk Naval Shipyard to the Den! Our students had the opportunity to connect one-on-one with industry professionals, gaining valuable insight and firsthand knowledge to help guide their future career pathways. Thank you for investing in our students and their futures!

The Grassfield High School Speech Team is headed to states!!!! They placed 3rd overall, as a team, at the 6AB Super Regional tournament. The following students placed in their categories and will be competing at states on March 28th:
Alicia Comaniciu- 1st place Original Oratory
Eric Parsons & Tehami Ullah- 2nd place Humorous Duo
Byron Gibson- 3rd place Extemporaneous Speaking

Grassfield proudly hosted TSA Regionals this past weekend and what a weekend it was! 🏆 13 First Place finishes 🥈 8 Second Place finishes 🥉 6 Third Place finishes And to top it off, 3 of our Grizzlies were elected to Regional Office serving as President, VP, and Secretary!

🌍 Join us for Around the World Family Night on March 5th! This event is a celebration of global cultures, packed with fun for the whole family.

✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!

📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School

Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.

🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265

This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/

Tonight was a special milestone for our Junior Class! 💍 Our juniors officially received their class rings! They are a symbol of the hard work, dedication, and memories that have shaped their high school journey so far. This tradition represents pride, perseverance, and the legacy they are building each day. We can’t wait to see them wear their rings proudly as they continue making their mark on this school year and beyond. Congratulations, Juniors!

The GFHS Speech team was 2nd place overall for 6A Regionals. The following students placed in their categories and qualified for Super Regionals: Alicia Comaniciu- 1st place Original Oratory Byron Gibson- 2nd place Extemporaneous Kevin Tao-1st place Humorous Interpretation Josselyn Allen-4th place Poetry Eric Parsons & Tehami Ullah- 1st place Humorous Duo Bhuvanesh Skandaraj & William Crosby- 2nd place Humorous Duo Honorable Mentions: Trey Brunson- prose Ian Valdez- prose

Huge congratulations to the Grassfield Wrestling Team on bringing home the 6A Regional Championship! 🏆🔥Next stop... STATES!

Celebrating Coach Jones and his 32 years of coaching basketball at all different levels. Thank you for sharing your love a knowledge of the game!

Grassfield Theatre Company competed in the Region 6A Super Regionals yesterday at JR Tucker High School and took FIRST place🏆 under the direction of Ms. Laura Agudelo. They had two best actors - Ayden Swallow and Avry Le Alcozar. The troupe advances to their 5th consecutive State Final on March 7. Good luck at States!

📢 Attention High School Students and Guardians: Want to unlock college credits before high school graduation?

Join us for Dual Enrollment Information Night to learn how your student can save time and money by earning an Associate’s Degree while in high school!

📅 When: February 17, 2026
⏰ Times: 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM
📍 Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building (1428 Cedar Road)
👥 Who: Best for families of 9th-grade students!

📝 Register for your time slot here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420

Can't make it this month? We have sessions on March 17, April 21, and May 19!

🎙️ This Black History Month, we’re proud to share stories rooted right here in Chesapeake. On our latest podcast episode, Dr. Ella Ward, educator, former School Board member, and current Chesapeake City Council Member, reflects on a lifetime of service and the lasting legacy of the historic Cornland School. You’ll also hear from Principal Wade Sloan of Portlock Primary School about how students honor Black History Month in meaningful ways that help them confidently say, “I can.”
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Valentine's desserts are on sale Friday
And they are waiting for you!🩷

❤️Senior Night 💙 Celebrating our Girls Basketball 🏀 and Winter Cheer 📣 seniors tonight! Thank you for your dedication, school spirit, and leadership. We’re so proud of you! ✨

JUNIORS! 💍✨ Ring Ceremony and Ring Dance are right around the corner! Ring Ceremony will be held February 18th at 6:30 PM at Grassfield High School. Be sure to RSVP, the link is available on your Class Canvas page. We can’t wait to celebrate this special milestone with you! 🎉