about 15 hours ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A special episode of Amplified is now available! 🎙
As he prepares for retirement, Superintendent Dr. Jared A. Cotton joins us for a candid conversation about his time leading Chesapeake Public Schools and the journey that brought him back home to serve the community that helped shape him.
From navigating the challenges of a pandemic to expanding opportunities for students and supporting employees, Dr. Cotton reflects on the experiences, accomplishments, and people that have made an impact throughout his career.
Join us as he shares memories, lessons learned, hopes for the future, and a final message to the Chesapeake community. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.
2 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
School’s out, Mustangs!
Time to trade the textbooks for flip-flops and soak up the sunshine. Wishing our amazing Mustang community a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break. See you in the fall! ☀️🕶️🏖️
10 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
From cowboy boots and plaid to preppy polos and tennis outfits, everyone crushed Country vs. Country Club day! 🤠🏌️♂️
15 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Wednesday’s spirit was off the charts. The hallways were a sea of patriotic colors today! ❤️🤍💙
16 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Tuesday checklist: Bright colors, floral prints, and major island vibes! Our Hawaiian shirt day was a total wave.
16 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Dynamic duos, assemble! We started off Monday of Spirit Week matching with our favorite characters, and the energy was unmatched.
16 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
We are excited to welcome our students back to the building for our upcoming orientation day! Please review the schedule and event details below to ensure a smooth transition into the new school year.
Schedule of Events
Date: August 27, 2026
6th Grade Orientation: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
7th & 8th Grade Orientation: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Activities Include:
School tours to help navigate the building
Q&A sessions for students and parents
Locker practice to master combinations
Team building activities with peers and staff
Contact Information
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions, please contact the main office at 757-558-5382.
18 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Bonjour! This past Saturday, our 8th grade formal brought a Night in Paris to life! From the glittering lights to the unforgettable memories, we danced the night away under our own Eiffel Tower. So proud of this class next stop, high school! #hom #8thGradeFormal #ClassOf2030
18 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Huge congratulations to Mr. Drotar, our Support Staff of the Year! From running MTV to holding down the bus ramp and managing study hall, his incredible dedication to our students shines through every single day. We are so lucky to have you!
18 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Best day ever! The HOM 6th graders absolutely crushed Field Day today! From intense tug-of-war battles to crushing the relay races, the energy was unmatched. So proud of this crew for bringing the teamwork, sportsmanship, and pure joy
20 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Miss Knapp’s 7th-grade English class brought stories to life! They analyzed graphic novels and got creative crafting their own custom posters and themed items. Visual literacy + hands-on art = next-level learning!
21 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Spirit Week Details
Dates: Monday, June 8th – Friday, June 12th
Daily Themes
Monday: Character Duo Day
Dress as a pair of characters from books, movies, TV shows, etc.
Tuesday: Hawaiian Shirt Day
Wear tropical shirts, leis, and beach-themed attire. (Note: No swimsuits allowed.)
Wednesday: Red, White, and Blue Day
Wear patriotic colors to celebrate the 250th anniversary.
Thursday: Country vs. Country Club Day Dress in either country/western style or preppy country club attire.
Friday: Twin Day Match outfits with a friend or a group.
21 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
If you are interested in participating in conditioning for fall sports, please sign up using the links listed on the HOM webpage. Important Requirement: Everyone interested in participating in conditioning and/or trying out for an athletic team must register and upload their athletic physical on Arbiter Sports. Physicals will not be accepted in person. Register and Upload Physicals via Arbiter. Please visit
https://www.cpschools.com/o/HOM for more information.
24 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Some Chorus students went on a stellar adventure to the Music in the Parks Festival at Busch Gardens. The students received second place for their performance!
25 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Grassfield High School presents to you : Grizzly Youth Basketball Camp 2026
June 22nd - 25th at Grassfield High School
Cost: $99 1st - 5th Grade 9am-12pm and
$149 6th-8th Grade 9am-3pm
Drop off & pick up information:
Campers should be dropped off and picked up from the Grassfield High School Gymnasium.
Register though - gofan.com
Contact Coach Sutton or Coach Demark for more information.
demarcus.shepard@cpschools.comkipsutton4444@gmail.com25 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Join us tonight at Hugo Owens for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade spring chorus concert. Free admission!
29 days ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Happy National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! A big thank you to the audiologists, SLPs, and scientists who help us connect. From first words to hearing again, your work changes lives. Celebrate the power of communication!
about 1 month ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Mustangs, all library books are officially now due and book checkouts are now closed for the year. Check your lockers, backpacks, and homes, and please return all books to the Hugo Owens Middle School library or any book drop today. Thank you!
about 1 month ago, Hugo Owens Middle
Double the celebrations on Friday! We honored our brilliant Scholars of the Month with a special breakfast, and thanked our amazing top library helpers with a well-deserved donut breakfast! So proud of these students' hard work and dedication! #StudentSuccess #LibraryHelpers
about 1 month ago, Hugo Owens Middle
