🎓 Unlock Your Potential! Apply for the 2026 Summer Residential Governor’s School! ☀️
Calling all CPS high school sophomores and juniors, the interest form and application for the Summer Residential Governor’s School are now available! 🌟
Spend up to four weeks on a Virginia college campus diving deep into your passion! Explore specialized programs like:
🎭 Visual & Performing Arts
📚 Humanities
🩺 Medicine & Health Sciences
🧪 Math, Science & Technology
🌊 Marine Science
⚙️ Engineering
🌱 Agriculture
✅ Tuition-free
✅ Hands-on research, field studies & projects
✅ Expert mentorship and college-style learning
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and shine! ✨
📌 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2506527
➡️ All students must submit the appropriate interest form by Friday, November 7, 2025.
We love our Bus Drivers and appreciate everything they do to bring our students in safely every day!!
🎭 Discover the Arts at gsARTS Open House! 🎨
Interested students and families are invited to tour The Governor's School for the Arts and hear directly from current students about their experiences in our beautiful facilities.
📅 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕕 Tours begin at 6:00 PM
⏰ Last tour begins at 7:45 PM
📍 254 Granby Street, Norfolk
This is a walking-only tour - come prepared to explore our creative spaces, from theater to visual arts, music to dance!
🅿️ Parking is best at MacArthur Center
For more information: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48696859
🎓 College Fair at Indian River High School! 🎓
Save the date! Connect with colleges from around the state and get the information you need to plan for your future.
📅 Monday, October 27th
🕕 6:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Indian River High School
What to expect:
✨ Meet representatives from colleges across the state ✨ Learn about the college admissions process ✨ Get information on FAFSA and scholarships ✨ Special presentation by The Access College Foundation
This is your opportunity to explore your options and get your questions answered!
Register to attend: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47676447
Students use this to register:
https://app.strivescan.com/registration
The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!
🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
📅 Wednesday, October 15th | 5:00-7:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Career Center
What You'll Experience: 🏢 Building Tours - Explore our state-of-the-art facilities 👨🔧 Programs in Action - Watch students demonstrate skills and projects 💬 Student Q&A - Get the inside scoop from current CCC students 📋 Application Info - Learn the process for 2026-2027
🚨 IMPORTANT DATES: Applications Open: October 15th Applications Close: November 5th Open to students who will be in grades 10-12 for 2026-2027
Career Fields Include: ✅ Healthcare ✅ Information Technology
✅ Automotive Technology ✅ Cosmetology ✅ Culinary Arts ✅ Construction Trades ✅ And many more!
EXPERIENCE what makes CCC a launching pad for successful careers!
💻 More info on all specialized programs: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.
💻 Academy Information Night Webinar 💻
Ready to discover your perfect high school pathway? Join us online to learn about Chesapeake Public Schools' academies!
📅 Tuesday, October 14th | 6:30-7:30 PM 💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar
Perfect for current 8th graders planning for high school.
🚨 NEW FOR 2025: UPDATED APPLICATION WINDOW! 📝 Applications Open: October 15th ⏰ Applications Close: November 5th
Whether you're passionate about STEM, healthcare, international studies, or career training, we'll help you find the specialized pathway that's right for you! This is your chance to discover programs that could shape your entire high school experience and beyond.
📋 Register Now: tinyurl.com/CPSAcademies2025
💻 Learn More: cpschools.com/academies for detailed information about all district academies and specialized programs.
