Middle and high school families are invited to a family forum about the fentanyl epidemic on March 27 at Western Branch Middle. In partnership with Chesapeake Police, we will discuss the epidemic and how to support your child. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSNotMyKid

🔊 New Podcast Episode Alert!🎧 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified 🛡️ Safety within our schools takes center stage as we sit down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of Safety and Security, and Matt Hamel, Commonwealth's Attorney, to discuss the strategies and dedication driving our local School Safety Task Force. Discover how collaborative efforts across city departments are creating a safe and secure environment for our schools. Gain insight into proactive school security measures and the role you help play in school safety. Your voice matters, and we extend an invitation to contribute your perspective at the upcoming School Safety Forums! 👉 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/safety-and-security for more information regarding the upcoming forums. 🗣️ Join us in this pivotal conversation, because when it comes to our children's future, every voice can make a world of difference.

#Smith takes 1st and 3rd place in the Computer Aided Drafting and Design Competition at the 2024 Great Computer Challenge Teams! Beat ATC, Governor’s School, and many Tech Centers. Brayden Stafford took 1st Ny’Asia Walker and Ian Kinsey took 3rd Congrats, future Engineers!!

Congrats to the #Smith Chamber and Concert Orchestra on receiving the highest rating of SUPERIOR at the VBODA District IV Orchestra Assessment at GFHS the last two evenings. An amazing accomplishment for the young musicians and Ms Kringel. #smithset @ofsambushnation


Come support the Smith Symphonic Band as they play the District Assessment at 6 pm on 3/14 at Great Bridge High. This is a VERY talented group and a performance you will not want to miss. Mr Glosser has these young musicians maximizing their talents!! Admission is free.

We are happy to host the city-wide SCA meeting today and appreciate Chef/Coach Hinton preparing breakfast AND lunch!!

Thanks to our Athletic Training Team, Shawn O'Connor and Jonae Boyd, for taking care of our student-athletes all year! You guys are the best!! #smithset

🎨 March is VAEA Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is a celebration of the visual arts and recognizes art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” #VAartedYAM24 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
To learn more about Youth Art Month and ways to celebrate, visit https://councilforarteducation.org/youth-art-month/ and http://www.vaea.org/youth-art-month.html. 🎉

The School Safety Taskforce will host the first of two public forums on March 20th at Indian River High School to provide an update on school safety policies and procedures. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees. Learn more: http://cpschools.com/safety

Study Hall and Men of Standard Club is cancelled today!
Join us on March 14th at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar about Financial Planning for children with disabilities. Learn about guardianship and alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trusts. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSFinancial2024

IB Visual Art Senior Exhibition. Parents and students welcome from 4-5 on March 8th!

Come see the amazing art of Smith students all month at Zeke's Beans and Bowls!!

🎉 March marks the commencement of Women's History Month! Join us as we celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding contributions women have made to history, culture, and society. Explore the impactful insights into Women's History Month at https://womenshistorymonth.gov/ to learn about the diverse ways women have significantly influenced American history. #CPSCelebrates

Boys' Basketball State Semi-Final this Friday!!!

After tonight's buzzer beater win, the state semifinals, vs Patriot, will be at CD Hylton HS on Friday at 7:30.
We play game 2 of the doubleheader.
Good luck to Coach Griffin and the Varsity Boys' Basketball team as they travel to play West Potomac in the State Quarterfinal!!

We are hosting a virtual teacher recruitment fair for the 2024-2025 school year. Interviews will be held March 25-29. Please complete the online registration by March 11, 2024, to secure your spot: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1469176
We can't wait to meet you! 📚

Congrats to the #Smith Scholastic Bowl Team on finishing 3rd in the State Tournament!!! Great work by Coach Wyche and the team!!


State Quarterfinal Boys' Basketball @ West Potomac High this Tuesday!! Best of luck to Coach Griffin and the team!

