Parents are invited to join us on Feb. 27th to learn more about how students can stay safe online. In partnership with the Chesapeake Police Department, learn how to protect children from the dangers of social media. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSStayingSafeOnline

Today we recognize our School Security Officer and School Resource Officers. Thank you for always looking out for our Tiny Tiger Family!

Thursday's spirit day is Team Up for Kindness! As part of Black History Month, we are recognizing the Historically Black Colleges & Universities on this day. Wear any HBCU, college, or Portlock gear to show your team spirit.

Kindness makes the heart grow...wear your pink or red on Wednesday to celebrate Valentine's Day!

In honor of Black History Month, we had an exciting assembly featuring Orisirisi African Folklore performers. We danced, sang, and listened to stories of African heritage presented by Don and "Tutu" Harrell


Join us at our Title I Teacher Meet and Greet Hiring Event on March 7, 2024, at Oscar Smith Middle School!
New and experienced teachers are invited to learn about the resources, opportunities, and benefits of working with us. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/Title1Teach

Tuesday marks the 100th day of school. What better way to celebrate, than to dress like you are 100 years old.

Our Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA) is proud to offer fully online courses to students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. Serving students in grades K-12, CVA offers a wide range of core and elective classes, including Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses, and provides special education services for students with disabilities, gifted enrichment opportunities, and services for English language learners.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 school year. Students remain connected to their home schools and may participate in all sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities. New and returning students should apply online by March 5, 2024. Learn more and apply online: http://cpschools.com/cva

Monday kicks off our Kindness Spirit Week, starting with peace, love, and kindness day. Wear tie dye or colorful clothing!

Next week is Kindness Week. We will be celebrating all week with Spirit Days. Start getting those creative outfits together!


Ms. Carcana works with our students at Portlock Primary School! She has been a school counselor for five years and loves making an impact in the lives of the Tigers she serves! 🐯 We hope you have a great National School Counseling Week! 🎉 #NSCW24

Shout out to our fabulous school counselors, Mrs. Halleck and Ms. Carcana. They always make our Tiny Tigers their top priority. ❤️🐯

Congratulations to Sophia! Due to her amazing attendance the first semester of school, she won the drawing for a new bike.
Keep coming to school Tiny Tigers and you could win the next bike at the end of the year.
Thank you to Horace Mann for donating the bikes as part of our attendance incentive.

🎉 Join us in saluting the service of over 800 school board members in Virginia for School Board Appreciation Month! The 2024 theme — The Heart of Education: Our School Board — acknowledges that the school board is at the heart of the education system, guiding it with kindness and care. The month-long observance is an opportunity to build a stronger understanding of the crucial role school boards assume in a constitutional republic. School boards voluntarily tackle the enormous job of governing public school divisions, while preserving the core of our democratic values. #CPSCelebrates

Tuesday is the 90th Day of School! Help us to celebrate the halfway point of the year by dressing up 90s.

As a reminder today, January 25, 2024, is an early release day for all schools. 📅
In addition, Friday, January 26, 2024, and Monday, January 29, 2024, are Teacher Workdays. Click here to view our full calendar: http://cpschools.com/calendar

Our first graders wrapped up their science unit this week by using robotic Legos to build and code examples of each type of movement



Last week, we were treated to a puppet show performance by Rainbow Puppets, courtesy of Sentara Health. We sang, clapped, and danced to nursery rhymes and learned about the Chesapeake Bay.



Children develop a life-long love of reading when they have access to a variety of materials and creative ways to read. 📚 Join us on February 1st at 6:30 p.m. to find fun ways to incorporate reading at home.
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/WaystoRaiseaReader

Happy Virginia School Principals Week to our fabulous leader, Dr. Brusso. Your high energy and exceptional leadership have made such a positive impact. Thank you for your commitment to our staff, students, and community!

