Open House on Tuesday and Wednesday was a huge success! From interactive teacher presentations to personalized conversations, our community showed up in full force. Seeing our staff and families connect reminds us how special our school family truly is! Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do. 🪶 #CPSInspire
3 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
David Albor (administrative specialist), Ashely Gurkin (assistant principal), and Khadijah Alexander (principal) pose before delivering their Title I presentation
first grade teacher delivers her Open House presentation to students and families
first grade teacher reviews the class schedule with her students and families
parents and students speak with teachers before their open house presentation
First grade teacher presenting the All About Me portion of her Open House presentation
Mrs. Christmas delivering her Open House presentation to students and their families
Stronger students build brighter futures when we work together as a school family. We are so excited to introduce our amazing Georgetown Primary PTA Board members who dedicate their time and heart to supporting our staff, students, and community. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Brandy Deel (President), Breana Holloway (Vice President), Cheryl Hayes (2nd Vice President), Caroline Thrall (Treasurer), and Kaycee Outland (Secretary). We are looking forward to a fantastic school year of partnership, growth, and success together.
6 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
PTA president Brandy Deel smiling with a polaroid print frame on a blue background
PTA vice president Breanna Holloway smiling with a polaroid print frame on a blue background
PTA second vice president Cheryl Hines smiling with a polaroid print frame on a blue background
PTA treasurer Caroline Thrall smiling with a polaroid print frame on a blue background
PTA secretary Kaycee Outland smiling with a polaroid print frame on a blue background
Our Braves are leading by example every single day. Help us celebrate our newest RISE Positive Behavior Referral superstars for showing exceptional Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Engagement. Drop a high-five or a word of encouragement in the comments to celebrate their awesome achievements. 🙌 Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do. 🪶 #CPSInspire
8 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
male student poses in front of Georgetown Primary backdrop with the RISE arrow
male student poses in front of Georgetown Primary backdrop with the RISE arrow
male student poses in front of Georgetown Primary backdrop with the RISE arrow
Stepping out of the classroom and stepping up their math skills! Ms. Royster and her third graders practiced building numbers together using our interactive hallway display. We love seeing our students engaged in hands-on learning that makes math meaningful, visual, and fun.
10 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
teacher assists as student writes number in expanded form
teacher and classmates watch as student writes number in expanded form
Get ready for a sweet and spooky evening with our Georgetown Primary family! 🎃

Join us for our annual PTA Trunk or Treat on October 22 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. 🚗🍬

We are currently collecting donations of unopened candy and small toys or trinkets to make this event fantastic for our students. 🧸

Please drop all donations in the collection box at the front entrance or send them directly to school with your child's teacher. 📦

All items should be turned in by October 19 so our PTA can finish preparations. 🗓️
11 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
Trunk or Treat Flyer showing students in costumes trick or treating at a decorated trunk; Text reads: Trunk or Treat, October 22, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Parents, take a deep breath before you check your phone! Yes, these Braves were reported to the office —for being absolute rockstars! They earned Positive Office Referrals by demonstrating outstanding RISE behavior in their classrooms and hallways. Thank you for modeling Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Engagement for everyone around you! 🪶
Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do! 👏💙

16 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
student poses with I RISE arrow for postiive office referral
student poses with I RISE arrow for postiive office referral
Setting our students up for success from day one! Principal Alexander and our administrative team are visiting every classroom across Georgetown Primary to discuss student conduct expectations. Our second graders listened intently as they learned how to demonstrate Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Engagement throughout the building. Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do. 🪶✨
17 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
Principal Alexander speaking to second grade students
Principal Alexander speaking to second grade students
Principal Alexander speaking to second grade students
Principal Alexander speaking to second grade students
Good food is even better when shared with our school family. Last night’s Dine to Donate at Bubba’s 33 was a big success thanks to your wonderful participation. Thank you for demonstrating true community engagement and supporting our school. We cannot wait to do it all over again on October 20th! 🪶❤️
18 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
students and siblings playing games at Bubba's
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33
students and siblings enjoying games at Bubba's 33
family enjoying dinner at Bubba's 33

🎙️ Season 4 of Amplified is here! We’re starting the new season with Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker, who sits down with us to talk about his first weeks in Chesapeake. From what has impressed him about our schools and students to what brought his family to Chesapeake, Dr. Brubaker shares his early impressions and what he’s looking forward to in the year ahead.
Listen today at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧

20 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Amplified: Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker - Dr. Brubaker speaking on the mic.
A sweet treat for a successful start to the school year! 🍩
Administration surprised our staff with snack cart treats to celebrate an amazing first week. 🥳
23 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
teacher and assistant principal give a thumbs up pose
staff choose snacks
postal worker chooses snack from cart
staff chooses snack from cart
staff choose snacks from cart
school resource officer chooses snacks from cart
staff hug in front of snack cart
staff choose snacks from the snack cart
Photo 1: How our admin team welcomed our students on Day 1. 😊
Photo 2: How our admin team, staff, and students feel after crushing the first week of school! ✌️

What an incredible start to the school year at Georgetown Primary School. Our administrative team brought the vision, our dedicated staff brought the passion, and our amazing students brought their best energy to crush week one. Have a wonderful and restful weekend, families. We'll see you bright and early on Monday morning! 🪶
23 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
admin pose with smiles
admin pose with attitude and peace signs
Our community partners and PTA truly show what it means to RISE! A massive thank you to Liberty Live and Crossview Community Church for helping our staff set up classrooms during preservice week, and to our incredible PTA president, Mrs. Deel for providing a delicious Bubba's 33 lunch for our team. 🪶 Together, we are building a strong foundation to make this school year extraordinary for all of our students.
25 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
pastors posing with bookkeeper
pastors posing with wet paintbrush
pastor removing painter's tape
PTA president, Mrs. Deel
staff enjoying catered lunch
Breaking news! On just the second day of school, we celebrated our very first positive office referral! This outstanding student set the standard right out of the gate by demonstrating Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Engagement. Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do! 🪶 We cannot wait to congratulate our next little Brave for showing exemplary RISE behavior. 👏
25 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
student poses with I RISE arrow for his positive office referral
What an incredible start to the school year at Georgetown Primary! Our halls are officially filled with bright smiles, big energy, and true Brave pride. 🪶 A massive thank you to every student, staff member, parent, and volunteer who helped make our first day such a wonderful success. Swipe through our first day photo dump to see our Braves shining, connecting, and ready for an amazing year ahead. 📸 Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do! 🪶 #firstdayCPSVA
26 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
students pose with first day of second grade sign
staff pose with first day of second grade sign
student poses with first day of school sign
student smiling on the playground
Second grade student poses with first day of school sign
student poses with school bus photo prop
third graders pose with first day of school sign
second grade first day of school picture collage
SSO posing with welcome to Ms. Roselle's second grade class sign
Ms. Roselle and her second grade students posing with first  day of school sign
Kinda chic to be completely obsessed with our school community! 💙 Setup week is officially done, the folders are packed, and our teachers are ready. The only thing missing is YOU! Sleep well, Georgetown Primary—we can’t wait to see you in the morning! 🎒✨ #GeorgetownPrimary #FirstDayEve
27 days ago, Georgetown Primary School
Ms. Hunter posing with the Georgetown logo - kinda chic teaching at the school you attended as a student
Mrs. Williams's reading tables in two different positions - kinda chic to spend an afternoon rotating your reading table to find the absolutely perfect angle #totheleft #totheright
Ms. Williams posing holding up 6 fingers - kinda chic starting your 6th year in education
Ms. A posing in front of the classroom library - Kinda chic to organize 500 books and still look this put together
Mrs. Bridgeman gets a ride on a cart from Mrs. Thrall - Kinda chic turning a school cart into a luxury transportation system
Mrs. Daniel, Mrs. Lombard, and Mrs. Dunning pose in front of their bulletin board - Kinda chic to take three of us to put together a display!
Mrs. Thrall adding Full Moon dates to her calendar - Kinda chic to mark full moon dates on your calendar
Mrs. Davis giving a thumbs up in her art classroom - Kinda chic starting new tasks without completing the previous ones
Mrs. Gurkin posing with her Alani drinks - kinda chic to run on Alani's and be the AP!!!!
Mrs. Cherry preparing student folders - kinda chic to wear my comfy clothes while putting together student folders
Big congratulations to our school security officers, Mr. Brohamer and Mr. Elliott! 🎉 They collected visitor badges all year long and officially brought home 1st place in the district-wide Badge Ball competition! 🏆 We are so proud of their heavy-weight victory and grateful for everything they do to keep our school community safe and engaged every day. ⚖️ Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do! 🪶
about 1 month ago, Georgetown Primary School
Mr. Brohamer and Mr. Elliott pose with winning badge ball
Mark your calendars, Brave families! Join us for our 2026 Meet & Greet to drop off school supplies and connect with teachers before the new year begins. 🪶

🗓️ Date: September 3, 2026
📍 Location: 436 Providence Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23325

⏰ Sessions:

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: ECSE, CPI, Kindergarten, First Grade, K & 1 SPED

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM: Second Grade, Third Grade, 2 & 3 SPED

Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do! 💙
about 2 months ago, Georgetown Primary School
gtp  meet & greet flyer - meet your teacher and drop off your supplies, September 3, 2026; details in post text
The new school year is approaching quickly, and we cannot wait to see our students! 🎒 Make sure your Brave is ready for success by checking out our official school supply lists. ✏️
You can find everything you need to start the year off right by visiting https://www.cpschools.com/page/supply-lists. 💻
2 months ago, Georgetown Primary School
school supply list graphic

Our incredible A-Team had a fantastic time representing our school at the Get on the Bus event! 🚌 We loved connecting with our community and helping our families get a jump start on preparing for the new school year. 🎒 It is going to be an amazing year of learning and growing together. 🌱 Braves are who we are, RISE is what we do. 🪶

2 months ago, Georgetown Primary School
The A-Team: Mr. Albor, Mrs. Alexander, and Mrs. A. Gurkin
STOP🛑Are you enrolled for school yet? Let’s get your bus ride ready!

Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.

Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌

Register today:

Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten

New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment

Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Smiling crossing guard ready for school. Text states: are you enrolled for school, yet?