🎓 Attention Grassfield Seniors! 🎓
It's time to gear up for graduation! 🎉👩🎓 Jostens will be on campus for cap, gown, and regalia pick-up and purchase:
🗓️ Date: April 16th & 17th
📍 Location: Grassfield High School
Seniors, this is your chance to collect pre-ordered gear and snag any additional regalia you need. Remember, it's CASH ONLY! 💵
Do you have questions about graduation essentials? Reach out to Laura Agudelo (laura.agudelo@cpschools.com) or Aubrey Knight (aubrey.knight@cpschools.com) for assistance. Let's make graduation day unforgettable! 🌟 #GrassfieldGraduation #ClassOf2024 #CapAndGownPickup

🎓 Calling all Senior Families! Do you have questions about what's happening with your soon-to-be graduate? 🤔 Look no further! All your questions can be answered on the Grassfield High School Senior Page. 📚👩🎓 Check it out now: https://www.cpschools.com/o/gfh/page/class-of-2024
#ClassOf2024 #SeniorYear #GrassfieldHighSchool

🇺🇸 April is the Month of the Military Child, providing an opportunity to recognize and honor the service of Virginia’s youngest heroes, over 77,000 military-connected children. Remember to show your support for our military-connected students for the annual “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, by wearing your purple gear! 💜 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School.
We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302

📢 Join the Health and Medicine Club for a special guest speaker event next Wednesday, featuring a representative from EVMS's pathologist assistant program! 🩺🔬👩⚕️
🗓️ Date: Next Wednesday
🕓 Time: 4-5 PM
📍 Location: Room 107
Open to all interested! Don't miss out! See you there! 🌟

🎧 April is the Month of the Military Child, and we invite you to join us for a special episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast: "Supporting Our Military Families.” 💜 🇺🇸 In this episode, Laura Lerf, one of our Family and Community Engagement Specialists, and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer, the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, share the successful partnership and collaborative resources designed to ease the challenges faced by our military-connected students and families. 🌟 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

🎉 April is here, and it’s time to kick off School Library Month! 📚
Sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians, this month is dedicated to celebrating our incredible school librarians and the vital role of school libraries. Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these devoted professionals who inspire learning and transform our educational journey!

🥳Congratulations to Anthony Zheng on his acceptance into the Governors World Language Academy for Spanish for the summer of 2024! ❤🐻💙
Only 60 students are selected throughout Virginia, making this a very prestigious honor.
#gogrizzlies #thegrizzlyway #communityofexcellence

🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!

♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates

Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024

🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates

🐻🎉Please find the most recent edition of the Grizzly Growl via the following link:
https://www.smore.com/n/sku2v
Go Grizzlies!
🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered.
🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!

🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302

Are you looking for a place to call home? Join us on April 10, 2024, to discuss the Family Self-Sufficiency Program with the Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority. We will also discuss budgeting your way to home ownership. 🏠
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSHome2024

🎉 National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1–5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's assistant principals the week of March 25-29, 2024. #APWeek24 In collaboration with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators join us in honoring the positive impact our assistant principals have on the success of our schools. Thank you to all of our assistant principals for your countless contributions and commitment to our schools and community! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducators

🇺🇸 The ASVAB Assessment will be administered at GFHS on Monday, April 15 at 9:00a.
If you would like to sign-up to complete the assessment, please complete the Google form. Please see Ms. Bowers if you have any questions and/or concerns.
https://forms.gle/uPxEyrQwor8fesgF6
🎓 Class of 2024! 🎉 Join us at the Access #IGOTIN2024 event to celebrate your acceptance of college or university! 🌟 📚 For more information, email our Access counselor, Mr. Kelly, at arthur.kelly@cpschools.com or sign up using the link above. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate your success! 🎓✨ #AccessEvent #CollegeAcceptance #Seniors2024 #CelebrateSuccess 🎉

🌟 Big shoutout to Ms. Lisa Kerry from FACE! 🙌 Thanks for gracing Grassfield's National Honor Society with your expertise and insight! Your presentation on the significance of SERVICE truly inspired our members. #Gratitude #ServiceMatters


Middle and high school families are invited to a family forum about the fentanyl epidemic on March 27 at Western Branch Middle. In partnership with Chesapeake Police, we will discuss the epidemic and how to support your child. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSNotMyKid

