
🌨️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day 2🌨️
Due to the ongoing severe winter weather impacting our area, Chesapeake Public Schools will continue with asynchronous remote learning on Friday, February 21, 2025. 💻
🏫 All school buildings & offices will be closed. Additionally, all school activities and athletic practices are canceled for Friday, February 21, as well as all CPS school activities and athletic events scheduled for the weekend.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.
🔗 For the latest information, please visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️Stay warm and stay safe! ❄️


❄️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day❄️
Due to severe winter weather, Chesapeake Public Schools will shift to asynchronous remote learning on Thursday, February 20, 2025. 💻
All school buildings & offices will be closed. We’re closely monitoring the weather and will share updates as needed. Stay safe! ❄️
🔗 For more details, visit www.cpschools.com/emergency


Join us on Thursday, February 27 for Family, Fun, and Fitness Night!



Next week is Virginia Kindness Week. Join us in celebrating with a Spirit Week!



🌟 Shoutout to our amazing school counselors! 🌟
They’re the heart of our school, helping young minds grow, thrive, and navigate life’s challenges. 💙
From teaching kindness and resilience to providing a safe space for students, they make a world of difference every single day!
Drop a ❤️ to show appreciation for these everyday heroes!



🏫💬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


Learning does not stop when school is closed for students! Today, Portlock Primary's finest participated in teacher-lead PD! Committed to supporting our students and families with academics, attendance, and behavior. @PortCPS @cpschoolsva #empower #engage #lifelonglearners







Do you need a little extra help waking up on time for school? Join our wake up call list!
https://forms.gle/JotqFH8jxhkoNSB9A



Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 21, 2025, are canceled.
Please note - YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will operate on their normal schedule.
For more weather-related updates, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency


**🌟 Shoutout to Our Amazing Assistant Principal! 🌟**
We are so lucky to have Dr. Ream leading the way at Portlock Primary! 🎉 From supporting teachers to connecting with students and families, she brings dedication, positivity, and care to everything she does. 💙
Whether she's greeting students in the morning or helping create a safe and welcoming environment, Dr. Ream truly makes a difference every day. 🏫✨
Let's give her a big round of applause for all the incredible work she does to help our school shine! 👏👏
#VASchoolPrincipalsWeek


❤️ It’s #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek, so we asked some of our tiniest learners what they think principals actually do all day?
🧐 Watch this adorable video to see what students at Portlock Primary had to say!
👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9O_R30CQ-NA


At Portlock, we’re so lucky to have a leader who makes every day brighter for our students, staff, and families. From greeting everyone with a smile at morning drop-off to ensuring our school feels like a second home, Mr. Sloan embodies kindness, dedication, and leadership.
📚✨ He work tirelessly to:
✔️ Create a safe and inclusive environment 🌈
✔️ Inspire students to reach their full potential 🌟
✔️ Support our amazing teachers and staff 🤝
Join us in celebrating Mr. Sloan and all the amazing things he does for our school community! 💙🐅💛
#ThanksCPSPrincipals #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek


Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? SEAC is your voice:
When: Jan 14
Time: 6:30pm
Where: School Admin Building
TOPIC: Special Olympics Presentation
For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee


Join us as we explore K-12 online learning opportunities through Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA), offered for students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. This webinar will provide families with the expectations, requirements, and more!
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
6:30 p.m. via Zoom
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=36528023
This is part of our Peake Parent University Program


📢 We’re Hiring Substitute Teachers! ✏️
We are looking for passionate, caring, and responsible individuals to join our team as substitute teachers.
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/jobs


To ensure the safety of our students and staff, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to the potential for hazardous road conditions. For more information, please visit our website: http://cpschools.com/emergency.


Happy New Year, Tiny Tigers! We are so excited to see everyone on Monday. With the 2 hour delay, here is some important information: breakfast will still be served; student drop-off will begin at 9:15 am; the school day will start at 9:35 am; no AM preschool, and PM preschool is delayed 1 hour. Be safe!

Due to potential inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 6, 2025. We will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates if there are any changes. Visit our website for details: http://cpschools.com/emergency
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and receive important updates, events, and more.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX


🎙️ Episode 17 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast is now live! 🎧 Tune in to learn about our new Power of the Peake Employee Recognition Program and hear the inspiring stories of our first winners! Learn how they’re making a difference daily in their schools, departments, and communities! 👉 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗Learn more about this program and nominate the next Power of the Peake recipients here: https://www.cpschools.com/page/employee-recognition


Grinch Day would not be complete without Mr. Grinch paying us a visit 💚


