🌟 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!
10 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🎭Are you passionate about the arts? The Governor's School for the Arts is hosting a FREE virtual information session!
📅 When: September 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
💻 Where: Online
🎯 Who: Open to ALL CPS 8th-11th graders and their families
This is your chance to learn about GSA and how it could shape your artistic journey for the 2026-2027 school year. Whether you're into theater, visual arts, music, dance, or any creative field- this session is for YOU!
Register now:
https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=4713104811 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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.
17 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🚌 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!
25 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🎉 Celebrating leadership that changes lives! The Excellence in Educational Leadership Award celebrates leaders who create lasting change in education.
Our secondary recipient has raised the bar for educational excellence and become a beacon of inspiration for both educators and students alike. Join us in honoring Principal Dr. Donna Weingand of Hickory High School as this year's Excellence in Educational Leadership Award winner for Chesapeake Public Schools!
#CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🚌 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
📺 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
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
3 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
🎓 There’s still time to apply! Chesapeake Career Center has spots open for 2025-2026!
✅ Multiple courses still available
✅ Easy online application
⏰ Deadline: August 1st at 4PM
Don't miss out on hands-on career training! Apply now ⬇️
https://www.cpschools.com/o/ccc/page/application-page
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
🎓 The Hickory High School Hawks Class of 2025 has shown up, contributed, and lived the Hickory experience to the fullest. Now, it’s time to spread your wings and SOAR beyond the nest. We can’t wait to see how high you’ll fly. 🦅 #Classof2025 #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 Relive the celebration with photos, slideshows, and more at
www.cpschools.com/graduation.
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
This is the new Announcement Board that Mr. Sarver’s Construction students made after partnering with Mr. Gardner, our SSO, on ways to improve communication regarding bus changes at our Bus Ramp!
4 months ago, Hickory High School
🎓 Full circle moment! Our graduates took a walk down memory lane today, visiting their former elementary & middle schools. The halls they once walked as students were filled with cheers, high-fives, and inspiration for the next generation. #OnceAHawkAlwaysAHawk #InspireTheFuture
4 months ago, Hickory High School
Hawks in Mrs. Farnham's Honors Biology dissected frogs to look at the body systems!
4 months ago, Hickory High School
🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 Chesapeake Rotary Scholarship recipients from across our schools. These exceptional seniors have been honored for their academic achievement, leadership, service, and career readiness. 👏Thank you to the Chesapeake Rotary Club for its continued partnership and investment in our students’ futures. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding young leaders: Chesapeake Career Center: Kayla Kennedy, Nevaeh Labora Aniya Howard; Deep Creek High School: David Riddick Jr.; Grassfield High School: Montgomery Ellis Brown; Great Bridge High School: Colby Dominek; Hickory High School: Jada Belfield; Indian River High School: Lyndey Brown; Oscar Smith High School: Alex Emond; Western Branch High School: Amari Sykes!
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Thank you to Heather Hollon and Jennifer Morganthaler for donating to the cafeteria furniture fund. There is still time to donate to help us reach our goal. We currently have close to $40,000, but need an additional $35,000 more to purchase new cafeteria furniture. Use the QR code to donate!
4 months ago, Hickory High School
🎉 Congratulations to 5 of our Teachers for Tomorrow students who were awarded guaranteed contracts with Chesapeake Public Schools after college graduation!
4 months ago, Hickory High School
🎓 Senior Spotlight 🎓
🩵🪽🩶 MAIA PAULITZ is Hickory High School’s Class of 2025 Salutatorian.
She will attend University Virginia to major in Computer Science.
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Share your best advice for the rising senior class.
It's totally normal to be nervous about taking on things that you think you might not be ready for or things other people say you can't handle, but the experiences you are scared about are the ones that make you grow and learn the most. Remember, you cannot accomplish what you assume you cannot do, so step outside of your comfort zone and see how far you can go!
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If you could give a shout out to a member of the faculty or staff at a Chesapeake Public School, who would it be and what would you say?
Shout out to Patrick Lesley! Mr. Lesley is more than just a great chemistry teacher-- he genuinely cares about his students. He is always there to offer a listening ear or some tried and true advice, and I am forever grateful for all of his help.
#Classof2025! 🎓 #CPSCelebrates
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Last Friday DECA club and marketing students had the awesome opportunity to help out with Butts Road Primary’s field day! It was a day full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. Our students brought the energy, cheered on the kids, and made sure everyone had a fantastic time!
4 months ago, Hickory High School
