STOP🛑Are you enrolled for school yet? Let’s get your bus ride ready!
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
Mrs. Kimberley Kithcart has 22 years experience in education. She has dedicated the past 16 years to Chesapeake Public Schools, where she has served the last nine years as an assistant principal at the elementary level at Western Branch Intermediate School and most recently at Greenbrier Intermediate School. Prior to entering school administration, Mrs. Kithcart worked as a special education teacher not only in Chesapeake, but also in Mechanicsville, VA, Connecticut, and Italy, supporting students in both the middle school and elementary school settings. These experiences helped Mrs. Kithcart develop a strong foundation in supporting diverse learners and fostering inclusive educational environments.
Mrs. Kithcart earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Bridgewater College. She later obtained a Master's Degree in Special Education from American Public University and an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Administration and Supervision from Old Dominion University. Her educational experiences have equipped her with the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to support students, staff, and families while promoting academic excellence and positive school culture.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Mrs. Kithcart enjoys spending time with her husband of 24 years and their daughter Addison. She is also a proud dog mom to two labrador retrievers. In her free time, Mrs. Kithcart enjoys traveling, cruising, camping, and relaxing at the beach with family.
Mrs. Kithcart is very excited to join the Mustang family and to return to her middle school roots!
Mrs. Kithcart earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Bridgewater College. She later obtained a Master's Degree in Special Education from American Public University and an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Administration and Supervision from Old Dominion University. Her educational experiences have equipped her with the knowledge and leadership skills necessary to support students, staff, and families while promoting academic excellence and positive school culture.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Mrs. Kithcart enjoys spending time with her husband of 24 years and their daughter Addison. She is also a proud dog mom to two labrador retrievers. In her free time, Mrs. Kithcart enjoys traveling, cruising, camping, and relaxing at the beach with family.
Mrs. Kithcart is very excited to join the Mustang family and to return to her middle school roots!
We are hiring, and stories like Perry Hunt’s reflect the impact educators have in Chesapeake Public Schools. From iteach participant to Portlock Primary School Teacher of the Year, Perry’s journey highlights the opportunities available for individuals ready to step into education and make a difference. ✨
View Perry's story here and learn how you can join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students. We are currently hiring reading specialists, media specialists, general education teachers (preK–5), special education teachers (K–12), and math teachers! Visit cpschools.com/careers to apply today! 🎉
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.
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! ☀️🕶️🏖️
From cowboy boots and plaid to preppy polos and tennis outfits, everyone crushed Country vs. Country Club day! 🤠🏌️♂️
Wednesday’s spirit was off the charts. The hallways were a sea of patriotic colors today! ❤️🤍💙
Tuesday checklist: Bright colors, floral prints, and major island vibes! Our Hawaiian shirt day was a total wave.
Dynamic duos, assemble! We started off Monday of Spirit Week matching with our favorite characters, and the energy was unmatched.
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.com
kipsutton4444@gmail.com
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.com
kipsutton4444@gmail.com
Join us tonight at Hugo Owens for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade spring chorus concert. Free admission!
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!
