🌟 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!
1 day ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
HES students SOAR when they come to school every day! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
1 day ago, Hickory Elementary
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! 🩵
2 days ago, Hickory Elementary
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
6 days ago, Hickory Elementary
September is Attendance Awareness Month! We love seeing our students every day! #WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
6 days ago, Hickory Elementary
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.
8 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Rainy days are for reading! 📚 Mrs. Brown's class enjoyed some quiet reading time today!
8 days ago, Hickory Elementary
🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!
🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm
👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!
✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans
❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies
💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!
16 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
The journey is about to begin.✈️ Pack your curiosity - the future awaits!
HES teachers are excited to be your guides as we explore new ideas, overcome challenges, and discover how far we can go. See you Tuesday! #PassportToPossibilities #BackToSchool #WatchMeSOAR
26 days ago, Hickory Elementary
Don't forget to join us for HES Meet & Greet!
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Join us at HES to meet the teachers, drop off supplies, and join the PTA!
8:00-9:00 a.m. Last Names A-H
9:15-10:15 a.m. Last Names I-P
10:30-11:30 a.m. Last Names Q-Z
#WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 1 month ago, Hickory Elementary
🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!
Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies
Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
HES Meet & Greet
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Join us at HES to meet the teachers,
drop off supplies, and join the PTA!
8:00-9:00 a.m. Last Names A-H
9:15-10:15 a.m. Last Names I-P
10:30-11:30 a.m. Last Names Q-Z
#WatchMeSOAR #PassportToPossibilities
about 2 months ago, Hickory Elementary
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻? 𝗡𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 - 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today and make sure they are ready for the first day of school!
https://www.cpschools.com/kindergartenabout 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here:
https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌
Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.
📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways
For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
📚 REMINDER: Kindergarten Registration is OPEN! 📚
Don't forget to secure your child's spot for 2025-2026!
Haven't registered yet? No worries - it's not too late!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today!
https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🍽️Chesapeake Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge on a first come, first serve basis.
💻 Please visit our website for more information including locations, meal service times, and application requirements:
https://www.cpschools.com/article/22561953 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
What a bittersweet day last Friday was! Our 5th graders absolutely crushed it at Field Day, showing off their amazing spirit and teamwork. We then celebrated their incredible journey with a fantastic party. So many memories made, and now it's time for them to spread their wings and soar into middle school! We're so proud of each and every one of them. 🩵#5thGrade
3 months ago, Hickory Elementary
Our 3rd and 4th graders celebrated the end of an amazing school year today with some super fun parties! Get ready for laughter, games, and memories that will last all summer long. We're so proud of all their hard work and growth this year! 🥳🎈#EndOfYearParty #3rdGrade #4thGrade #SchoolCelebration
3 months ago, Hickory Elementary
