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The 2026 summer schedule begins the week of Monday, June 15, 2026 and ends Thursday, August 27, 2026. During this time, district twelve-month employees and summer school programs will operate on a 4-day work week. Schools and administrative offices will have extended hours of service Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and will be closed on Fridays. For more information, visit our summer event calendar.

Did you recently move to Chesapeake or did your child recently turn 5 years old? We encourage you to enroll your child(ren) now for the 2026-2027 school year! Enrollment is done completely online through the Chesapeake Public Schools website. If you need assistance with your registration or have enrollment questions about your specific situation, you can reach out to our Office of Student Enrollment and Attendance.

• PeachJar Flyers - highlights summer events and youth camps offered at our middle and high schools.

• 2026 Summer Suggested Reading List - Need a book recommendation? Our list shares our staff picks and also provides access to the Virginia Readers’ Choice Titles.

• Student Assistance Program - while school is out, your child’s mental health remains our priority. Chesapeake Public Schools provides all students and families access to the Student Assistance Program (SAP), offering no-cost, high-quality counseling and telehealth services through Virtual Peace of Mind (VPM). Whether your student needs emotional wellness support or a connection to care during the break, you can access these services without financial or insurance barriers by visiting our website.

• Summer Learning Bags - During the final weeks of the 2025-2026 school year, every student in our Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) and Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) programs, and all students in grades K through 8th-grade brought home a specialized Summer Learning Bag. These bags are packed with grade-level specific resources designed to bridge the gap between school and home, turning summer break into a launchpad for the upcoming school year.

Chesapeake Public Schools is excited to host a variety of high-quality instructional programs at select schools across the district this summer. You will continue to see our school buses on the road throughout June and July as we support students in their continued academic growth! While many of our popular enrichment activities and summer camps have already reached capacity and closed for registration, there are still opportunities available:

• Secondary Students (Middle & High): Enrollment remains open for students looking to recoup course credits, retake classes, or get ahead on their graduation requirements. Students interested in enrolling in middle or high school summer learning programs should talk to their school counselor.

• Program Placement: Student placement is generally determined by their grade level during the 2025–2026 school year.

Availability: Please note that all summer programs and classes are contingent upon sufficient enrollment and the availability of appropriately endorsed instructional staff. For a full list of program locations, schedules, and remaining registration links, please visit our website.

It is important to ensure that your child meets Virginia's physical and immunization requirements for school enrollment as we look ahead to the next school year. To assist our community, we encourage families to review our web event calendar, which highlights various local events where families can register for physical examinations and immunizations, helping to fulfill the state's school entry regulations.

New Kindergartners.

School physicals and immunizations are required for school enrollment. To learn more about requirements for kindergartners, visit our kindergarten website.

Rising 7th & 12th Graders.

Families may need to update medical documentation on file prior to their child's seventh and twelfth grade years. Documentation of these immunizations must be submitted before the first day of class. Our district is reviewing records on file. If your rising 7th or 12th grader is missing required documentation, the district and the school will contact you directly by text and email this summer. 

To learn more about your student health requirements for enrollment, please visit our Health Services website. 

Athlete Registration: Chesapeake Public Schools uses Arbiter Registration to manage all middle and high school student-athlete participation forms and physicals online. Parents must complete this digital registration and upload a valid sports physical before their student can participate in any tryouts, practices, or athletic activities.Read this district web news article to learn how to create your account, upload documents, and find your school’s dedicated portal.

The 2026-2027 school year begins on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Visit our website to access printable versions of our 2026-2027 Academic Calendar.