Hey Hawks! Want to make a real difference? SCA is teaming up with Grassfield
DECA to help support our community—one meal at a time! 🍽️

🗓 When: May 1st
📍 Where: Chick-fil-A Biscuit Booth

✨ How it works:
Bring in food donations and earn raffle tickets!
🎟 1 item = 1 ticket = chances to win prizes!

🥫 What to donate:
• Canned fruits & veggies
• Canned proteins (like tuna or beans)
• Soup & stews
• Pasta & rice
• Applesauce
• Granola bars
• Fruit snacks & juice boxes

💥 BONUS: All Chick-fil-A sales go toward helping provide food for people in need through Healthy Chesapeake!

Let’s show up, give back, and make an impact together 💙 #ShareTheCare #DreamHawksGiveBack

3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Decorative images to announce a donation drive to benefit local residents
8th graders took advantage of the beautiful weather last week and read The Outsiders outside!
3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
annotated book in front while students work in the background while reading outside
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
students enjoying nice weather while reading
Drive-ins! Greasers! Root beer floats and more! The 8th grade had a swell time learning about the 1950s. All core subjects collaborated to enhance students' understanding of the 1950s in history class and bring to life the classic novel The Outsiders, which students are reading in English class.
From playing The Price is Right to learning about the atomic bomb to dancing The Twist, the students got a taste of life in the 50s!
3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Students posing in a car for the 1950s event
Students learning how to do the Twist Dance
Teachers posing with their 1950s themed outfits
students smiling with their Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head creations
Students posing in front of a 1950s poster
Students posing in a 1950s cut out poster
students posing with 1950s themed items
Students posing with 1950s backdrop
students enjoying snacks and playing a game from teh 1950s
Teachers posing in the 1950s themed outfits

Our students made a splash during their school-day trip to the local YMCA! 🏊‍♂️💦

From practicing swimming skills to building confidence in the water, it was a fin-tastic opportunity for fun, fitness, and learning outside the classroom. We love seeing our students dive in, support one another, and enjoy every moment!

Way to go, swimmers—your energy made waves! 🌊

3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Teacher happily holding a student in the pool, both smiling and enjoying the day at the YMCA
students swimming at a local YMCA
students swimming at a local YMCA
Limited supply of yearbooks left to order!
Don't miss out! Order at Jostens.com
3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
A clock is used as a reminder for our students to order their yearbooks, other decorative images include a stack of yearbooks held up by a hand.

Join us in celebrating our outstanding 8th grade student-athletes! 🏑⚽️👟🏐

Balancing academics and athletics is no small feat; our Hawks continue to soar with dedication and heart both in the classroom and in competition. Your commitment, teamwork, and perseverance make us proud every single day!

Keep rising, keep striving, and keep representing with pride—you’re truly a champion on and off the field!

3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Our 8th grade field hockey players stand proudly next to their yard sign and gift
Our 8th grade Boys Soccer players and parents stand for a picture before their game
Our boys and girls 8th graders holding a sign that says Hickory
Our 8th Grade volleyball players holding flowers and wearing a sash before their game
Scholastic Book Fair is here! 📚
April 24 - May 1 in our Library Media Center
Parents are invited to shop during the school day or set up an e-wallet to make purchasing easy!
3 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Decorative images to announce the Scholastic Book Fair and encouraging people to create a Book Fair eWallet

What does student-centered learning look like in your child’s classroom? In Chesapeake Public Schools, our teachers are creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students. In our latest episode, nationally recognized educator, author, and speaker Dr. Catlin Tucker joins us to highlight how this work is taking shape in our classrooms, from increasing student voice and choice to building stronger connections that support learning. 🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Dr. Tucker smiling proudly in front of the School Administration Building.
Making the Shift with Dr. Catlin Tucker - Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Dr. Tucker smiling sitting on a chair. Episode 29
Join us in celebrating Travar Middleton III as our candidate for the Outstanding Middle School Student honor! This recognition is part of the Black Male Achievement and Scholarship Awards, sponsored by the New Chesapeake Men for Progress Education Foundation, which highlights and uplifts young men who are making a powerful impact. Travar exemplifies excellence through his strong academic performance, commitment to growth, and leadership within his school community.

Travar sets the standard by demonstrating what it means to lead with integrity, show respect, and strive for success both in and out of the classroom. 🏀 📚👟✨
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
our honored student proudly standing with his parents
assistant principal happily standing with our honored student

Our SCA leaders are hard at work planning their annual 8th grade End-of-Year Bake Sale! 🍪🎉 This student-led event is more than just sweet treats—it’s all about giving back. All proceeds will benefit Best Day Foundation, an incredible nonprofit that helps children with special needs experience the joy of surfing, bodyboarding, and other fun beach activities alongside supportive volunteers.
We are beyond proud of our SCA leaders for their dedication, compassion, and leadership. They continue to show what it means to make a difference in their community, and their advisors couldn’t be more impressed with their hard work and heart. 💙
Hickory community—get ready! This amazing bake sale is coming your way in June, and you won’t want to miss it! 🧁✨

4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Student Leaders attentively listening and planning their Spring Project
Student Leaders attentively listening and planning their Spring Project
Student Leaders attentively listening and planning their Spring Project
Attention Rising Hickory High School 9th Graders:
The Hickory Dance Troupe would like to invite you to try out for their team next year! Audition choreography will be taught at the audition clinic on May 17th, and the Auditions will occur on May 18th! You can access the Google Form for sign-ups on our website!
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Hickory High School Dance Troupe Clinic & Audition Information with decorative images
We want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for our assistant principals and the incredible work they do each day. Their leadership, dedication, and support help create a positive and successful learning environment for both students and staff. ✨

From managing daily operations to supporting instruction and building strong relationships, their impact is felt throughout our school community. We are grateful for their commitment and the many ways they go above and beyond. 🫶🏽
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
We Love Our Assistant Principals appreciation post, with images of our assistant principals

Congratulations to 8th grader- Ava LaRocca on being selected for this year’s All VA Honor Choir! 🎶👏
Ava is one of only about 150 singers from across the entire state chosen for this prestigious honor—an incredible achievement that reflects her talent, dedication, and hard work.
She will be traveling to Richmond on April 16–17 to participate in this special event. If you see her, be sure to wish her well and celebrate this amazing accomplishment!

4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
All VA Honor Choir Ava LaRocca music notes and music sheet background
The 7th-grade explorers took on the Westward Expansion Escape Room and rose to the challenge! 🗺️Students from Ms. Dunaway’s class worked together to “save the Larkin family” while sharpening their SOL skills—learning, teamwork, and a little adventure all in one. ✨
A huge thank you to our media specialists- Ms. Mayfield and Ms. Timmons for their support and creativity! 🫶🏽
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Students proudly holding a sign that shows they completed the escape room activity
Students proudly holding a sign that shows they completed the escape room activity
Students proudly holding a sign that shows they completed the escape room activity
Students proudly holding a sign that shows they completed the escape room activity
Students proudly holding a sign that shows they completed the escape room activity

Our science students put their creativity and problem-solving to the test in a STEAM challenge: designing and constructing paper chains using limited supplies. Through teamwork, innovation, and perseverance, one group stretched their success to nearly 10 feet! ⛓️
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Students displaying their paper chains
Students displaying their paper chains
students working in a small group to create a paper chain
Students displaying their paper chains
students working in a small group to create a paper chain
Students displaying their paper chains
students working in a small group to create a paper chain
students working in a small group to create a paper chain
Students displaying their paper chains

SCA APPLICATIONS ARE OFFICIALLY LIVE! 🚨

Want to help run the BEST events at school? 👀
SCA is looking for future leaders who are ready to bring the energy, ideas, and school spirit! Open to current 6th and 7th-grade Hawks!

You could help plan:
• Pep Rallies
• Spirit Weeks
• End-of-Summer Luau 🌺
• Candy Cane Challenge 🎄
• Boo Grams!

AND so much more!

If you love teamwork, leadership, and making school fun for everyone, this is YOUR moment!

Grab your application from Mrs. Cigich (Room 410) or Mrs. Carawan (Room 308 - 8th grade). Applications are due Friday, May 1!

Don’t just go to school… help make it AMAZING. 💥

4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
SCA Blackboard announcement post
Let the Silver Wars begin! Search your home for spare SILVER change! Check your car, couch cushions, and backpacks! Ask family and friends to donate to the good cause of raising money to support our troops! 🇺🇸

Together, we support the USO. ❤️ Together, we support our heroes. 💙

Whichever grade collects the MOST silver coins for the USO WINS a prize! HELP OUR HEROES & WIN!
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
SIlver Wars Announcement for April 14-17, Drop off location in front of the library. Anchored 4 Life Club Sponsors: Mrs. Green & Mrs. Hogge
Shadow Hawks went on an English Egg Hunt before Spring Break! They answered questions while searching for the ✨golden eggs✨ hidden in the courtyard. It was a beautiful day of learning!
4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Plastic Eggs hidden in the tree in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard
Students participating in an egg hunt outside in the courtyard

Support our Military Connected Hawks!
Tuesday: Where in the World? Day 🌍 Wear a shirt from:
A state you lived in, a country you have been to, or a place you dreamed of going to
Wednesday: Purple Up Day! 💜 Wear PURPLE to support our Military Hawks!
Thursday: Camo Day 🪖 Wear your favorite camo gear!
Friday: Red. White, & Blue ❤️🤍💙 Show your pride by wearing red, white, and blue or stars & stripes!

4 months ago, Hickory Middle School
Month of the Military Child Spirit Week, April 13-17th, images of military connected students with their family members and parent in military uniform

Important Calendar Updates & Reminders! 📅

April 6 - 10 is Spring Break. Schools will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break! 🌸

April 13 is a Teacher Workday. No school for students.

April 21 is now an Asynchronous Day for all students. Meals will also be available at select school sites. More information is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53908933

As a reminder, you can full our full calendar of events here: https://www.cpschools.com/events

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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