🔊 New Podcast Episode Alert!🎧 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified 🛡️ Safety within our schools takes center stage as we sit down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of Safety and Security, and Matt Hamel, Commonwealth's Attorney, to discuss the strategies and dedication driving our local School Safety Task Force. Discover how collaborative efforts across city departments are creating a safe and secure environment for our schools. Gain insight into proactive school security measures and the role you help play in school safety. Your voice matters, and we extend an invitation to contribute your perspective at the upcoming School Safety Forums! 👉 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/safety-and-security for more information regarding the upcoming forums. 🗣️ Join us in this pivotal conversation, because when it comes to our children's future, every voice can make a world of difference.
🎨 March is VAEA Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is a celebration of the visual arts and recognizes art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” #VAartedYAM24 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
To learn more about Youth Art Month and ways to celebrate, visit https://councilforarteducation.org/youth-art-month/ and http://www.vaea.org/youth-art-month.html. 🎉
The School Safety Taskforce will host the first of two public forums on March 20th at Indian River High School to provide an update on school safety policies and procedures. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees. Learn more: http://cpschools.com/safety
Join us on March 14th at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar about Financial Planning for children with disabilities. Learn about guardianship and alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trusts. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSFinancial2024
🎭Grassfield High School Theatre performed Icarus at the VHSL Class 6 State Theatre Festival this weekend in Charlottesville, VA. To reach the State level, Grassfield competed in both a sectional and regional festival, and took first place at both festivals. This weekend at the festival, Grassfield won first place honors. This marks Grassfield Theatre's 6th State Championship in its history, and with this win they mark having three back-to-back championships for 2022, 2023, and 2024. #icarusflies #threepeat #theatrechampions
🎉 March marks the commencement of Women's History Month! Join us as we celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding contributions women have made to history, culture, and society. Explore the impactful insights into Women's History Month at https://womenshistorymonth.gov/ to learn about the diverse ways women have significantly influenced American history. #CPSCelebrates
THE SKY IS THE LIMIT! ✈ Congrats to Nicholas Bates from Grassfield High School and Dameon Love from Deep Creek High School for being selected to attend the exclusive Air Force JROTC Flight Academy. The program's goal is to encourage high school youth to pursue aviation careers.
We are hosting a virtual teacher recruitment fair for the 2024-2025 school year. Interviews will be held March 25-29. Please complete the online registration by March 11, 2024, to secure your spot: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1469176
We can't wait to meet you! 📚
🎙 NEW podcast episode alert! 🎧Listen today at 👉 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or your favorite podcast platforms.
Christine Sperelakis-Babb, Coordinator of College Readiness, and Holly Desteli of Tidewater Community College guide us through a better understanding of our dual enrollment program. They share how dual enrollment not only accelerates academic achievement but also paints a clearer path for students stepping into higher education. Tune in as they unravel the benefits of dual enrollment, from earning college credits to gaining a head start on career-focused certificates. 🎓 #InspireCPS #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Parents are invited to join us on Feb. 27th to learn more about how students can stay safe online. In partnership with the Chesapeake Police Department, learn how to protect children from the dangers of social media. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSStayingSafeOnline
💌 Happy Valentine’s Day, Grizzlies! Let’s spread love and kindness today and every day. Take a moment to show some extra kindness to your fellow Grizzlies. Whether it’s a smile, a kind word, or a small gesture, let’s make today brighter for everyone! 💖 #ValentinesDay #KindnessMatters #GoGrizzlies
🌟✨ Big Congratulations to Jameson Booth! 🎉👏 Selected as one of just five students in Virginia and two in Hampton Roads for the prestigious Disney Dreamers Academy Class of 2024! 🌟 Out of thousands of entries, Jameson has secured his spot among the top 100 students chosen for this incredible opportunity! 🎓🏰 Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with career exploration, mentorship, networking, leadership workshops, and more at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida! 🌟✨ #DisneyDreamersAcademy #Classof2024 #DreamsDoComeTrue 🌟🏰🎓
Our Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA) is proud to offer fully online courses to students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. Serving students in grades K-12, CVA offers a wide range of core and elective classes, including Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses, and provides special education services for students with disabilities, gifted enrichment opportunities, and services for English language learners.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 school year. Students remain connected to their home schools and may participate in all sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities. New and returning students should apply online by March 5, 2024. Learn more and apply online: http://cpschools.com/cva
Middle and high school families are invited to a family forum about the fentanyl epidemic on Feb. 20 at Indian River High School. In partnership with Chesapeake Police, we will discuss the epidemic and how to support your child. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSNotMyKid
🐲🎉 Happy Lunar New Year! 🎉🐲
Did you know that the Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, is one of the most celebrated festivals around the world? 🌏 Dating back over 3,000 years, it marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is deeply rooted in ancient traditions and customs. 🏮
Families gather for reunion dinners, fireworks light up the sky, and streets come alive with colorful parades featuring lion and dragon dances. 🐉🦁 Red envelopes filled with money symbolize good luck and prosperity, while traditional foods like dumplings and fish are enjoyed for their symbolic meanings.
It's a time for reflection, renewal, and embracing new beginnings. Wishing you all joy, luck, and abundance in the Year of the Dragon! 🐉 #LunarNewYear #ChineseNewYear #YearoftheDragon #GrizzliesCelebrateDiversity
🎓 Our Grassfield AP Government students are diving into constitutional scholarship with a fun round of Amendment Memory! 💡📜 #APGov #ConstitutionalScholars #EducationMatters 📚✨
🎉 Our school is proud to kick off Black History Month! 🖤❤️💚💛
Stay tuned for exciting plans and details on the upcoming HBCU night. Let's celebrate and honor the rich heritage together! 📚🌟 #BlackHistoryMonth #Celebration #HBCUNightComingSoon
🩸 Join the Health and Medicine Club's Blood Drive on Feb. 20th! 📅 Sign up to donate during all lunches. 👥 Hats off to Mr. Vogel who's given over 9 gallons in 30 years! 💪 Let's make a difference together! #BloodDrive #DonateLife #CommunityHeroes
🎨 Dive into creativity at the 2024 Winter Art Show! 🖼️ The online gallery located on the CPS website showcases incredible student artwork across all grades, highlighting diverse techniques and media. 🌈 Explore the talent, sorted alphabetically by school name. 🏫 Don't miss this visual feast! This piece is by 11th grader Emma T. #ArtShow #StudentArt #CreativityUnleashed
📅 Attention parents and students! 📚 Attached is the study hall schedule for this semester, starting Tuesday, Feb 13, from 4 to 4:45 pm. 🕓 Ensure your student has transportation home. Let's make the most of this valuable study time! 📖🚌 #StudyHall #AcademicSuccess #ParentalSupport
