Join us in honoring the International Week of the Deaf! 🌍✨ Each year, the World Federation of the Deaf dedicates this week to celebrating the resilience of the deaf community including our amazing students and their families. This year’s theme is “Sign up for Sign Language Rights.” Let’s raise awareness together! 🤟 #IWDP #CPSCelebrates
👉 Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2024/
Our 5th graders had a fantastic trip to the NAS Oceana Air Show STEM Day event today! So much to see and experience!
⏰One Hour Early Release Day Tomorrow (Sept. 20)! Dismissal begins at 1:00 for HES due to anticipated traffic concerns at Heritage Park. Many aftercare programs are closed tomorrow as well. All transportation changes require a note from parent.
🌟📝We invite our families to a fun night of exploring the many resources that Chesapeake has to offer. We will have food trucks available for families to purchase food and mask crafts for the kids! 🍔🌭🥗🍧
💻Register now using the link: tinyurl.com/cpscarnival24
🍎 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🍎
📝 FACT: In education, consistent attendance is crucial for academic success. By 6th grade, frequent absences can significantly increase the risk of dropping out. Success starts with being present!
👉 For more information about our attendance guidelines and policies visit https://www.cpschools.com/article/1749912
‼ Remember: #AttendanceMattersVA
All of our Little Hawks had a great first week of school! We can't wait to see them all SOAR this year!
🚨Join us for the Title 1 Job Fair 🚨
🗓 September 19, 2024
⏰ 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
📌 Spread the word and bring your resume!
💻For more information please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers
#JoinOurTeam
🚸Join us for Sibshops, a program that provides siblings of kids with disabilities with peer support and information. This event is for siblings in grades 2-8 .
💻 To learn more and to register visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=32588708
🏫 It’s almost time to go BACK TO SCHOOL! 😎
🖨 Don’t forget to print your #BacktoSchool signs for the #FirstDayCPSVA
🖥Download yours here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/back-to-school
🌞 We can’t wait to see all of our students on Tuesday!
🎧 🎙 We invite you to listen to our latest podcast episode with our Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton! He shares his excitement and how we have prepared for the 2024-2025 school year! 🌟Listen today on your favorite podcast platforms and visit https://www.cpschools.com/amplified to learn more about the podcast.
Something fun is coming soon to welcome back our students!
💻Start the school year off right- DOWNLOAD OUR APP- and stay informed!📱
🏫Families who have the CPSCHOOLSVA App are the first to get notified about school and district news and important reminders! 📝
👉For more information visit our website at https://www.cpschools.com/page/mobile-app
🤗 Only 7 days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
HES Meet & Greet
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Meet teachers, visit classrooms, and join the PTA!
We can’t wait to see you there!
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 #GetUpAndGlow
🖥️ Our student handbook is now available on our website! Visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/handbooks
👉 When you log into your ParentVue account, you'll be asked to review and acknowledge receipt of this important document.
🤗Only 13 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
🩺 We are working with the Chesapeake Health Department to offer another immunization clinic tomorrow to rising 7th and 12th graders who still need to meet state vaccination requirements.
👤 Who: Any rising 7th or 12 graders in our district
🗓 When: Wednesday, August 21st
🕚 Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
📍 Where: Oscar Smith High School, 1994 Tiger Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23320
👉 For more information and to register, visit https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31468474
🤗Only 14 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
🚨 It's that time of year again! 🚨
👉As the school year kicks off, all families need to complete the online student verification process. 📅This quick process through your ParentVUE account lets you review and update your contact and opt-out information, designate emergency contacts, and more.
🎯 Take Action Today so you don’t miss any important updates from the school or the district.
🖥️For more information, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1203618
🤗Only 15 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
HES Meet & Greet
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Meet teachers, visit classrooms, and join the PTA!
We can’t wait to see you there!
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 #GetUpAndGlow
🚶🏾♂️ Walk-In Wednesdays Are Here! 🚶♀️
Looking for a rewarding career? Chesapeake Public Schools invites you to join us for Walk-In Wednesdays! 🎉
🗓 When: Every Wednesday from August 21st through September 25th
🕚Time: 11 AM - 2 PM
📍 Where: School Administration Building located at 1421 Kristina Way
We're hiring for several key positions, including:
🚌 Bus Drivers: $22.16 per hour
🍎 School Nutrition Workers: $15.00 per hour
🧹 Custodians: $15.00 per hour
📝 Substitute Teachers: $15.00 per hour
No appointment needed—just walk in and apply! This is your chance to make a difference in our community and help shape the future of our students.
See you there! 👋#WalkInWednesdays #JoinOurTeam
👉Chesapeake Public Schools will offer free physical exams for uninsured CPS students on August 30th at Oscar Smith Middle School from 8:00 am -3:00 pm. Registration is required. 📝
*No Sports Physicals*
