Shoutout to Sarah Hamilton and her talented students at Indian River Middle School!
Together, they created a new bulletin board to celebrate the power of music in our schools It’s a wonderful reminder of how the arts brighten our hallways and inspire our students every day.🎹
#CPSCelebrates
For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
🍎 Your future starts here!
Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:
1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair
🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
⚠️ Must be eligible for a VA teaching license.
📝 Apply here:https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906
2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair
🗓️ March 23 – March 27, 2026
📝 Deadline to Register: March 13 (Required)
🔗 Register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839
✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:
✅ Low-cost health insurance
✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics
✅ A supportive professional community
🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits
🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU
We had an amazing day at our 4th Annual Teen Summit this past Saturday at Indian River High School! 🙌 We were honored to hear from former James Madison University All-Conference Running Back Dr. Eugene Holloman, who inspired students with a powerful message about perseverance and purpose. From mental health and money management to athletics, college prep, and stress management, our teens gained tools for success now and in the future. Thank you to our Department of Family & Community Engagement for organizing the event, and to our presenters, volunteers, and community members who made it such a success!
✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!
📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School
Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265
This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
🎓💙 AVID T-SHIRTS ARE HERE! 💙🎓 🗓️ Order Deadline: 2/24 📝 Fill out the Google Form in our profile to order yours!!
📝 ENGLISH
• February 24th
• April 20th
• May 26th
➗ MATH
• February 23rd
• April 22nd
• May 19th
🌎🔬 6th Grade Civics / 8th Grade Science
• February 18th
• April 21st
• May 13th
⏰ Time: 3:15–4:30 PM
🚌 Activity bus available on Mondays & Wednesdays
✅ Sign up is required!
Let’s power up and get SOL ready! 💪✨
👏 Isaiah Humphrey delivered a strong performance in Original Oratory
🥈 Cate Close earned 2nd place in Dramatic Poetry Interpretation
🥈 Kate Meadows earned 2nd place in Dramatic Prose Interpretation
We are so proud of your hard work and dedication. Way to represent IRMS! 🎤✨
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
