REMINDER: In conjunction with Safe Schools Week, we will conduct a test of our Parent Alert System tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16, 2024, after 5:00 p.m. The purpose of this test is to ensure that our families and staff receive important information from both the school and district, including information regarding safety incidents, weather delays or cancellations, and other important reminders.
If you don’t receive our message via the correct platform(s), please first verify that your contact information is correct using our Online Student Verification process through your ParentVue account. If you still need assistance, please contact your school.
Visit our website for additional information: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1818081
📢 Chesapeake Public Schools will be conducting a test of our Parent Alert System on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, after 5:00 p.m. 📢
⚠️ The purpose is to test all communications channels the district uses to alert families of important information. On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, we will send a TEST message to the contact information we have on file for staff and parents via text, email, phone call, and mobile app. This will allow individuals to ensure they are receiving district and school communications through the correct platforms. We will also post the TEST message to our website and social media accounts.
🎯 Our goal is to ensure we provide accurate, effective communication in a timely manner. To update your emergency contact information, please use the Online Student Verification process through your ParentVue account. If you need additional assistance, please contact your child’s school.
💻For more information about our safety protocols, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1818081
🚀 Last night was a blast at Oscar Smith Middle School's first Computer Science Lab School Family Night! 🖥️✨ Students from across the city in grades 5-8 got hands-on with some of the coolest gadgets and systems, tried out coding, programming, and even flew drones! 🛸
💻 OSMS Lab School will officially open in Fall 2025 for 6th and 7th graders, focusing on innovative learning in computer science. 🚀
📅 Mark your calendars for the next Family Night on November 19th, 5-6:30pm – and yes, dinner will be provided! 🍽️
➡️ For more info and to register, head to https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school🖥️✨
See you there, future tech stars! 🚀
📆2025-2026 Calendar Feedback📆
Four Academic Calendar options for the 2025-2026 school year were presented to the School Board on October 7, 2024.
💻We invite you to review the options and select your preference by participating in the 2025-2026 Calendar Survey: https://www.cpschools.com/page/community-surveys
Únase a nosotros mientras compartimos consejos y trucos para padres mientras presentamos los factores de protección del Parent Cafe
Ofreceremos cena (¡GRATIS!) y cuidado de niños en este evento.
Confirmar su asistencia! https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=33988181
🏫💬You are invited to attend The Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public .
💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
🚍 We're hiring bus drivers! Ready to join our team?
💻Learn more about this and other exciting job opportunities here:
https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
Join us for a fun-filled night featuring dinner, school and community resources, and a showing of Disney Pixar's Inside Out 2!
Note: Pre-registration is required to participate in our free dinner!
For info & to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31420459
💵We need your input on the resources needed for our schools. The information you provide will help guide budgetary decisions. The survey closes on October 8th.
💻To complete the survey visit: https://cpschools.com/surveys
Thank you for your participation.
🕸️Join us as we share parenting tips and tricks while featuring the Parent Cafe’s Protective Factors: Parental Resilience & Knowledge of Parenting & Child Development.
🍴FREE dinner and childcare during the event.
💻RSVP by 10/8: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=33986435
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Together, we can educate others and raise awareness to combat bullying and cyberbullying. We encourage you to use this month to participate in acts of kindness and speak up when someone is being bullied.
🗣️Remember, if you see something, say something.
During the month of October, we join schools throughout the Commonwealth and nationwide to celebrate Disability History and Awareness Month. Join us as we celebrate the important contributions of individuals with disabilities to our schools and community. #CPSCelebrates
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 27, 2024, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon.
📝Join us as we discuss unique aspects that make Chesapeake Public Schools a stand out employer. Participants will gain an understanding of the application process and the opportunity to ask questions.
💻For more info & to register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=33982886
💻🔬JOIN US for the Computer Science Lab School Family Nights!💻🔬 The following events are available for all current 5th through 8th graders and their families: 🗓️October 10, 2024, 5-6:30: PM Byte-sized Adventures: Intro to Computer Science 🗓️November 19, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Opportunity: Paths in Computer Science 🗓️December 12, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Inspiration: Make & Take Night 🗓️January 16, 2025, 5-6:30 PM: Family Bytes: Application Session These events are hosted by the Computer Science Lab School (CSLS) at Oscar Smith Middle which will open for the 2025-26 school year for 6th and 7th grade students. The Lab School will focus on providing innovative learning opportunities in the computer science field. 👉For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school
💻🔬JOIN US for the Computer Science Lab School Family Nights!💻🔬
The following events are available for all current 5th through 8th graders and their families:
🗓️October 10, 2024, 5-6:30: PM Byte-sized Adventures: Intro to Computer Science
🗓️November 19, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Opportunity: Paths in Computer Science
🗓️December 12, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Inspiration: Make & Take Night
🗓️January 16, 2025, 5-6:30 PM: Family Bytes: Application Session
These events are hosted by the Computer Science Lab School (CSLS) at Oscar Smith Middle which will open for the 2025-26 school year for 6th and 7th grade students. The Lab School will focus on providing innovative learning opportunities in the computer science field.
👉For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school
🎙📴Discover how our "Away for the Day" cell phone policy is reshaping school culture on Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast! Great Bridge High School principal Jeff Johnson, teacher Corey Perillo, and senior Katelynn Diehl share their insights, challenges, and the positive impact of the policy in our schools. Plus, hear practical tips on managing screen time! Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧
Join us in honoring the International Week of the Deaf! 🌍✨ Each year, the World Federation of the Deaf dedicates this week to celebrating the resilience of the deaf community including our amazing students and their families. This year’s theme is “Sign up for Sign Language Rights.” Let’s raise awareness together! 🤟 #IWDP #CPSCelebrates
👉 Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2024/
When HPE and Career Connections join together, you end up with an amazing partnership and a group of students who know how to take BP readings!
We are so excited to announce our OSM TOY is Mrs. Kaitlyn Gabriel! Mrs. Gabriel is an incredible sixth grade Civics teacher that specializes in student engagement! She is also our girls soccer coach! Congratulations!!
