Explored the magic of science with our little ones! Try the Salt and Ice Cube experiment: Sprinkle salt on an ice cube and watch what happens. It's a fun way to learn about freezing points and textures!



🚨 Only TWO weeks left to order your 2023-2024 NHP yearbook! 📚 Don't miss out on capturing all the memories. Order online ONLY using our yearbook ID 14997724. No cash or checks are accepted. Order now before it's too late! #NHPYearbook #MemoriesForever
"Big thanks to all the parents and students who attended our 'Kindergarten; Are You Ready?' night! It was wonderful meeting everyone and getting ready for this exciting new journey together. Here's to a fantastic year ahead! 📚🍎 #KindergartenReady #NewBeginnings"




🇺🇸 April is the Month of the Military Child, providing an opportunity to recognize and honor the service of Virginia’s youngest heroes, over 77,000 military-connected children. Remember to show your support for our military-connected students for the annual “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, by wearing your purple gear! 💜 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School.
We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302

🎧 April is the Month of the Military Child, and we invite you to join us for a special episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast: "Supporting Our Military Families.” 💜 🇺🇸 In this episode, Laura Lerf, one of our Family and Community Engagement Specialists, and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer, the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, share the successful partnership and collaborative resources designed to ease the challenges faced by our military-connected students and families. 🌟 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

🎉 April is here, and it’s time to kick off School Library Month! 📚
Sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians, this month is dedicated to celebrating our incredible school librarians and the vital role of school libraries. Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these devoted professionals who inspire learning and transform our educational journey!

🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!

♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates

Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024

🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates

🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered.
🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!

🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302

Are you looking for a place to call home? Join us on April 10, 2024, to discuss the Family Self-Sufficiency Program with the Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority. We will also discuss budgeting your way to home ownership. 🏠
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSHome2024

🌟 Get ready to get active and have a blast at our Family Fun and Fitness Night! 🏃♂️🎉 Join us on April 18th for an evening of games, activities, and healthy fun for the whole family. Let's make fitness fun together! 💪 #FamilyFitnessNight #GetActive

NHP was stepping out for a vocabulary parade! Celebrating language diversity and the power of words to inspire, educate, and connect us all. #VocabularyParade #WordPower #CelebrateLanguage






Big shoutout to Ms. Shelia from A-Mayz-N Soul Food for keeping the staff at NHP well-fed and happy! Your delicious meals are truly appreciated! #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

🎉 National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1–5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's assistant principals the week of March 25-29, 2024. #APWeek24 In collaboration with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators join us in honoring the positive impact our assistant principals have on the success of our schools. Thank you to all of our assistant principals for your countless contributions and commitment to our schools and community! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducators

🌟 Celebrating Mrs. Trisha Harris: our amazing Assistant Principal at NHP! 🎉 Her dedication, passion, and unwavering support make a difference every day. Thank you, Mrs. Harris, for being a true beacon of inspiration! You are amazing!🌟 #ThankYouMrsHarris #APAppreciationWeek

Calling all families in Norfolk Highlands! Do you have a rising kindergartner? Save the date for our special Kindergarten Night and spread the word! #NorfolkHighlands #KindergartenNight #NewBeginnings

Bye-bye monkey bars! Get ready to play like never before! 🎉 Our brand-new playground is coming soon, and it's going to be EPIC! 🤩 Stay tuned for the grand reveal and get ready to unleash your imagination in a world of fun and adventure! #PlaygroundParadise #ExcitementIsBuilding


