We are thrilled to announce Mrs. Grace McNeal as NHP’s Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. McNeal’s dedication, creativity, and passion for student success inspire everyone around her. She goes above and beyond each day to make a lasting impact on her students and our school community.
We also proudly recognize Mr. Dan Mugerditchian as our Support Staff Member of the Year! Mr. Mugerditchian’s hard work, reliability, and commitment help keep NHP running smoothly. His support makes a difference in countless ways, ensuring that students and staff have what they need to succeed.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. McNeal and Mr. Mugerditchian for their well-deserved honors. Thank you both for all that you do for NHP! 💙✨
📅 Thursday, October 2nd, 5:30-7:00 PM
This is your chance to: ✨ Discover local and school district resources ✨ Connect with other families in our community ✨ Enjoy FREE ice cream!
Whether you're looking for support services or just want to meet your neighbors, this event has something for everyone. Plus, stick around for the OSM Choral Presentation at 5:30 PM!
💙 This event will also be available in Spanish
💻https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31420458
🌟 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!
Dress to impress—School Picture Day at NHP is Tuesday, September 23rd.
Make sure to bring your best smile!
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.
Come on out to our Homework Help for Parents Night on Tuesday, September 23, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Get tips on how to help your child with their math and reading. The first 30 families to arrive will get a free copy of the book, Parent's Homework Dictionary.
#CommunitySupport #SchoolSupplies #NAEFederalCreditUnion #ThankYou
🚌 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!
🎉 NHP Open House & Title I Annual Meeting 🎉
📅 August 29, 2025
⏰ 11:30 AM (ECSE/K/1st) | 1:00 PM (SPED/2nd/3rd)
📍 Gymnatorium
✨ Meet Teachers
✨ Learn About Title I
✨ Family Engagement & Resources
✨ Support Student Success
💙 Welcome, Lil’ Braves! 💙
Students attending NHP for the 2025–26 school year are invited to pick up free backpacks and school supplies!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 27th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
✨ Supplies are limited and will be given out first come, first served.
👉 To avoid delays, please be ready to provide staff with your child’s name and grade level.
Let’s start the school year prepared and ready to learn! 💙
🎉 Honoring outstanding leadership! Please join us in congratulating Dr. Kristin Rankin from Norfolk Highlands Primary for receiving the Elementary School Excellence in Educational Leadership Award !
Celebrated at last week's Empower General Conference, Dr. Rankin exemplifies what it means to create positive change, implementing innovative solutions that help ALL students flourish. Thank you for your dedication and for showing others the way forward! #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
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!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today and make sure they are ready for the first day of school! https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
Please plan to join us for our Meet and Greet/Open House, scheduled for Friday, August 29th. Meet with your child’s teacher, drop off your student’s school supplies, and plan to stay to learn about the upcoming school year. After your child has met with their teacher, pop over to the cafeteria for a brief popsicle reception with the new principals at the time listed below:
ECSE/K/1st - 11:30-12:30 (Meet with teacher)
12:30-12:45 - Popsicles with the Principals (for ECSE/K/1st)
2nd/3rd - SPED/2nd/3rd - 1:00-2:00 (Meet with teacher)
2:00-2:15 - Popsicles with the Principals (for SPED/2nd/3rd)
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
