🎉 It's time to apply for a specialized academic program for the 2026-2027 school year!

The application window for the SmithTech School of Computer Science, Innovation, & Design is officially open! Current students in grade 5 are invited to apply. SmithTech curriculum is completed in grades 6-8.

Don't wait! Take the next step toward a unique academic journey. All applications must be submitted by November 5, 2025.
For more details on each program and the application process, visit our webpage: https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school
2 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Smith Tech Logo
🌟 Congratulations to our October Students of the Month. The character trait we highlighted was Respect, and these amazing students embody it perfectly. Whether it's listening patiently to others, caring for school property, or showing kindness to every classmate and staff member, they set a wonderful example for us all. Respect is the foundation of a great community, and these students are helping to build a strong one!

Keep up the SOAR behavior!🌟
6 days ago, Hickory Elementary
October Students of the Month
October Students of the Month
October Students of the Month
October Students of the Month
October Students of the Month
October Students of the Month
🎉Our Boosterthon has had great success thus far! Thank you to all who have registered, donated, and shared information with friends and family about our PTA Boosterthon Campaign. Funds raised from Boosterthon will support our Library Renovations and other wonderful projects here at HES!

We are so excited for the final event, the Fun Run! All students participating will use the schedule below. Interested families are welcome to come and cheer on their favorite HES Hawks during this outdoor event! All visitors must come to the front door to receive a visitor’s sticker before attending the event, so please allow additional time to check in with security prior to the scheduled fun run time. 👟
10 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Fun Run Schedule
Fun Run Schedule
We absolutely loved seeing everyone transform into their favorite literary legends for Book Character Day! From the classics to the current bestsellers, our students brought their A-game creativity.

Shoutout to everyone who participated—you made the school a real-life library!
14 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
Book Character Day
That's a wrap on an epic Dynamic Duo Day for Homecoming Spirit Week! We saw some legendary pairings today!

Get ready to swap your sidekick for sunscreen because tomorrow is Tropical Lifeguard Day! Break out your Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, and lifeguard gear! Let's bring the beach vibes to the school halls! 🌊
16 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo
Dynamic Duo

Homecoming Spirit Week Update! 🎉

Decades Day was an absolute blast! We loved seeing all the groovy bell bottoms, neon shirts, and totally rad looks from every era. You all nailed the throwback vibes! ✨

Get ready to team up because tomorrow is Dynamic Duo Day!

Show us your spirit!
#Homecoming #SpiritWeek

17 days ago, Hickory Elementary
decades day
decades day
decades day
decades day
decades day

🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.

21 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23
Look what's orbiting in our 4th Grade classes! 🚀 This week, we had an incredible hands-on science and computer science mash-up. Students worked together to code their Ozobot robots to navigate a model of the solar system, reinforcing their knowledge of planet order, characteristics, and orbital paths.. 🪐
27 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Planets lesson
Although we love to see our students every day, there are a few reasons to keep them home. We want all students to be healthy and safe! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Attendance Awareness Month
Regular school attendance is your student's passport to possibilities! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Attendance Awareness Month
Cereal Wars Final Count Update - HES actually collected 1600 boxes of cereal! We needed a bus to transport them all. We can't wait to celebrate on Monday with PJ Day and the Cereal Box Domino Relay! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
PJ Day
Cereal Wars
Cereal Wars
CEREAL SUCCESS! 🥣🏆
A HUGE thank you to all our families for your incredible generosity during our Cereal Wars this week! As a whole school, we collected an amazing 1,588 cereal boxes! That's more cereal than we ever imagined! A special shoutout to our winning class: Mrs. Brown's class collected a phenomenal 186 boxes! Way to go!

To celebrate our success and watch the amazing cereal Domino Rally, remember to wear your pajamas on Monday!
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Cereal Wars
Cereal Wars
Cereal Wars
We are celebrating Attendance Awareness Month! Coming to school every day helps students SOAR! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Attendance Awareness Month
Huge congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Miss Alexis Brueggeman. This phenomenal 4th-grade teacher makes learning exciting! She is inspirational, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. We are so lucky to have her bring her passion to the classroom! 🎉 #TeacherOfTheYear
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Teacher of the Year

🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.

HES students SOAR when they come to school every day! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities

about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Attendance Awareness Month
Wow, look how many boxes of cereal we've already collected for the Cereal Wars! Keep sending them in, so we can fill the donation bins and make a huge impact on our community. Let's do this, Hickory! 🩵
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Cereal Wars

What a fantastic way to review place value! 🎉 Mrs. Hendrix's 4th graders had a blast at their Place Value Party today. Students rotated through different stations, using games and hands-on activities to reinforce their understanding of place value. #4thGradeMath #PlaceValue

about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
Place Value Party
September is Attendance Awareness Month! We love seeing our students every day! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
Attendance Awareness Month

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled.  YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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