🎙️ 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episode that highlights leaders in the classroom and on the field. ✨ https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified
Hudson King and Spencer Cocuzzo, SCA presidents from Grassfield High School and Hickory High School, discuss their roles as SCA presidents and how SCA positively impacts their high school experience. Whitney Roberson and Abigail Swisher from the Jolliff Middle School Jaguars Girls Soccer championship team, share their experiences of being a part of the inaugural middle school soccer season. ⚽ The Deep Creek High School Orchestra Quartet also provides some wonderful holiday music! 🎻❄
🔊 Don’t forget to subscribe or follow "Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast,” on your favorite podcast platforms, where we share the stories behind our story!
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP (formerly known as “Food Stamps”) provides eligible households with food benefits.
Students in households that receive SNAP are also eligible for meals at no cost at school. Students who have access to SNAP are more likely to be in good health and miss less school. Many households may not be aware they qualify. To learn more and to apply, visit https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/snap.cgi
Five of our high schools were awarded top honors from W!SE! W!SE is dedicated to improving economic mobility through programs that develop financial literacy and readiness for college and careers.
⭐ Grassfield High School (Platinum Star)
⭐ Hickory High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Deep Creek High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Western Branch High School (Blue Star)
In addition, 20 of our teachers, representing all 7 high schools, were named Gold Star Teachers ⭐ for earning a 93% pass rate in at least one of their classes in either the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test administration.
The Virginia Board of Education will be in Chesapeake Wednesday, December 13 as an opportunity for Virginians to learn more about new accountability measurements and discuss their expectations for the upcoming accountability measurements.
Register here: https://ow.ly/CpGS50Qgt7B
🏆🎉 Congratulations to our Forensics Team! 🌟👏
Yesterday at the Tidewater Forensics League's December tournament, Taylor Price secured an outstanding 2nd place in the Extemporaneous category among 18 competing schools!
🥈🔥 This marks another achievement after Taylor's 2nd place last month and Lauren Price's impressive 3rd place in the same category. 🌟🏅 They're proudly showcasing their well-deserved trophies from both competitions! 🏆
🌟 Way to go, team! 🙌 #Forensics #GoGrizzlies 🎉🔥
✨We are very happy to announce that 7 members of our Business & Marketing/Social Studies Department achieved the Gold Star Teacher award for the 22-23 school year.✨
🎉Additionally-CONGRATULATIONS to our W!SE Teachers-Platinum School for 2nd Consecutive Year!🎉
The Hour of Code is a global initiative to support Computer Science Education Week and introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. All students (PreK-12) can participate!
Visit https://hourofcode.com/us/learn, pick an activity and spend at least one hour coding a solution.
Let us know when you have completed an Hour of Code! Students, teachers and families are encouraged to share a photo holding the Hour of Code certificate sign. Download your copy here: https://5il.co/299hj
Be sure to include our hashtag #CPSHourofCode 😁🖥️
🎶 Join us in supporting our talented Chorus students! 🍽️ Dine at Texas Roadhouse on Dec 14 during your holiday shopping spree. A portion of the proceeds will harmonize with their musical dreams! 🎄🎤 #SupportTheArts #GoGrizzlies
🧑🎄The December Grizzly Growl may be viewed via the following link: https://www.smore.com/bn60j
#gogrizzlies #thegrizzlyway
Computer Science Education Week begins today!
The annual call to action inspires students to learn computer science and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field.
#CPSCelebrates #CSEdWeek
EVMS will be hosting a Webinar next Wednesday, December 6th at 6:30 PM for any current 9th grade student who is interested in learning more about the EVMS Health Science Program. The application portal will open from January 29, 2024 - March 1, 2024.
🎓 Attention all eighth-grade students! 📚 The doors to our high school academy programs are wide open for you! 🌟 Applications for our three incredible academies are now LIVE on the CPS website. 🖥️ Whether your passion lies in STEM, arts, medicine, or business, there's a program just for you. Don't miss this chance to ignite your future! Hurry, applications close on December 15, 2023. Apply now and soar toward your dreams! ✨ #HighSchoolAcademies #FutureLeaders #ApplyNow
🍴🌀 Attention, all foodies and cinnamon lovers! 🌀🍴
📢 Don't miss out on a delicious deal! Ms. Johnson's culinary classes are bringing the sweet magic to your mornings with freshly baked cinnamon rolls! Get 2 for just $5 (CASH ONLY) on December 1st before school from 8:35-8:55 am at the concessions stand by the gym. 🏫✨
Start your day with a swirl of cinnamon goodness! See you there! 🌟👩🍳 #CinnamonRolls #YumYum #MorningTreats
🎙️ 🎧 Listen today to our latest podcast episode that shares the story of how our academies help “make dreams come true” for our students!✨ https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified
You will hear from Cadence Weaver, a Chesapeake Virtual Academy student, and Dr. Kelli Jordan, Supervisor of Chesapeake Virtual Academy, about the successes in virtual learning. 💻 Then, journey through our high school academies with Dr. Shonda Windham, Director of College and Career Readiness, and Mrs. Meredith Strahan, Governor's STEM Academy Coordinator. 🚀
🌐 For more on all of our academy options, visit cpschools.com.
🔊 Don’t forget to subscribe or follow "Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast,” on your favorite podcast platforms, where we share the stories behind our story!
🎓🌟 Celebrating our incredible Grizzly graduate, Ethan Clarke, for sharing invaluable insights on leadership with our NHS members! Your dedication to guiding and inspiring others is truly commendable. Thank you for being a shining example of leadership excellence! 🐻❤️💙 #LeadershipInspiration #GrizzlyPride
📸 Don't miss out on your last shot! 🌟 Our final picture makeup day is on Nov. 20th from 12-2. It's your last chance to get that perfect yearbook photo snapped! Make sure to mark your calendars and strike a pose! See you there! #SayCheese #YearbookMemories 📷✨
🌍 Join us tomorrow for an empowering morning at the African-American Heritage Committee meeting! 🌟 We'll be gathering in Mrs. Dubique-Myers' room 105 at 8:15 am. 🕗 Let's celebrate and learn about the rich cultural tapestry that shapes our community. The AAHC is a proud part of the MultiCultural Club, fostering unity and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and embrace diversity! 🤝 Use the following link to sign up: https://forms.gle/QGvqH5SpTPWLZMWe7
#AAHCMeeting #MulticulturalClub #CommunityUnity ✨
Celebrate GIS with us!
We invite students to complete a virtual scavenger hunt using GIS technology. Students who complete the challenge by Nov. 29, 2023, can enter to win a prize.
You can find the link to the scavenger hunts here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/planning
📣 Get ready for an epic showdown! 🎉🏈 Our cheerleaders are gearing up for tomorrow's PowderPuff game! 📅 Gates open at 5 PM, and the game kicks off at 5:30 PM. Admission is just 3 canned goods🥫– let's show our Grizzly spirit and support a good cause! 🐾🎀 #PowderPuff #GrizzlyPride #CheerOn
🍁🥫NHS and Lead4Change/STEM are sponsoring our annual Food Drive starting Monday, November 13 through Friday, November 17. We hope you and your students will support our local food pantries and those impacted by food insecurity in our community. Your donations will benefit the Buffalow Family & Friends food pantry and the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia.
We have several incentives to make this a fun and competitive event, all for a good cause!
Homeroom Competition:
1st Place = Chick Fil A (donated by the Grassfield Chick Fil A)
2nd & 3rd Place = Donuts (donated by a local 7-11 franchisee)
Quad Competition:
Winning Quad = Pajama Day 😴
The competition will be based on food/water items collected and cash donations.
1 can = 1 item
2 water bottles = 1 item
Each $1 donated = 2 items
Students who wish to donate cash instead of food/water items should use the QR code on the Food Drive flyer above. Students (or parents) will complete a short Google Form and submit their online payment directly to the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia using the link in the form.
