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Next week is Attendance Spirit Week. We want to encourage our students to come to school all day, every day! Get those outfits ready for next week!

Good afternoon Portlock Primary families! All buses have left for the day. Have a wonderful Wednesday.

‼️REMINDER: The Title 1 Job Fair is this Thursday‼️ The Department of Human Resources is hosting a job fair Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Oscar Smith Middle School. This event will focus hiring great people for the following positions: ☑️Bus Drivers ☑️Custodians ☑️General Education Teachers ☑️School Nutrition Services Workers ☑️Special Education Teachers ☑️Substitute Teachers ☑️Teacher Assistants 📝Bring plenty of resumes to share with school teams! We can't wait to meet you! 💻For more information please visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers #JoinOurTeam

🌟📝We invite our families to a fun night of exploring the many resources that Chesapeake has to offer. We will have food trucks available for families to purchase food and mask crafts for the kids! 🍔🌭🥗🍧 💻Register now using the link: tinyurl.com/cpscarnival24

🍎 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🍎 📝 FACT: In education, consistent attendance is crucial for academic success. By 6th grade, frequent absences can significantly increase the risk of dropping out. Success starts with being present! 👉 For more information about our attendance guidelines and policies visit https://www.cpschools.com/article/1749912 ‼ Remember: #AttendanceMattersVA

🚨Join us for the Title 1 Job Fair 🚨 🗓 September 19, 2024 ⏰ 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM 📍 Oscar Smith Middle School 📌 Spread the word and bring your resume! 💻For more information please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers #JoinOurTeam

🚸Join us for Sibshops, a program that provides siblings of kids with disabilities with peer support and information. This event is for siblings in grades 2-8 . 💻 To learn more and to register visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=32588708

Good morning and welcome back, Tiny Tigers! Just a reminder that our doors open at 7:15 AM. Please be patient this week as everyone is learning a new routine. Parent drop off is on the left of the school, outside of the cafeteria door. Breakfast and lunch are available to all students, free of charge. Happy 1st Day! 💙 🐯 💛

🎧 🎙 We invite you to listen to our latest podcast episode with our Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton! He shares his excitement and how we have prepared for the 2024-2025 school year! 🌟Listen today on your favorite podcast platforms and visit https://www.cpschools.com/amplified to learn more about the podcast.

🏫 It’s almost time to go BACK TO SCHOOL! 😎 🖨 Don’t forget to print your #BacktoSchool signs for the #FirstDayCPSVA 🖥Download yours here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/back-to-school 🌞 We can’t wait to see all of our students on Tuesday!

💻Start the school year off right- DOWNLOAD OUR APP- and stay informed!📱 🏫Families who have the CPSCHOOLSVA App are the first to get notified about school and district news and important reminders! 📝 👉For more information visit our website at https://www.cpschools.com/page/mobile-app 🤗 Only 7 days until the #FirstDayCPSVA

🖥️ Our student handbook is now available on our website! Visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/handbooks 👉 When you log into your ParentVue account, you'll be asked to review and acknowledge receipt of this important document. 🤗Only 13 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA

🩺 We are working with the Chesapeake Health Department to offer another immunization clinic tomorrow to rising 7th and 12th graders who still need to meet state vaccination requirements. 👤 Who: Any rising 7th or 12 graders in our district 🗓 When: Wednesday, August 21st 🕚 Time: 11 AM - 3 PM 📍 Where: Oscar Smith High School, 1994 Tiger Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23320 👉 For more information and to register, visit https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31468474 🤗Only 14 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA

🚨 It's that time of year again! 🚨 👉As the school year kicks off, all families need to complete the online student verification process. 📅This quick process through your ParentVUE account lets you review and update your contact and opt-out information, designate emergency contacts, and more. 🎯 Take Action Today so you don’t miss any important updates from the school or the district. 🖥️For more information, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1203618 🤗Only 15 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA

🚶🏾‍♂️ Walk-In Wednesdays Are Here! 🚶‍♀️ Looking for a rewarding career? Chesapeake Public Schools invites you to join us for Walk-In Wednesdays! 🎉 🗓 When: Every Wednesday from August 21st through September 25th 🕚Time: 11 AM - 2 PM 📍 Where: School Administration Building located at 1421 Kristina Way We're hiring for several key positions, including: 🚌 Bus Drivers: $22.16 per hour 🍎 School Nutrition Workers: $15.00 per hour 🧹 Custodians: $15.00 per hour 📝 Substitute Teachers: $15.00 per hour No appointment needed—just walk in and apply! This is your chance to make a difference in our community and help shape the future of our students. See you there! 👋#WalkInWednesdays #JoinOurTeam

🎒📚 FREE School Supplies Event! 🎒📚 Join us Saturday, August 24th, from 10AM to 12PM at Truitt Elementary for our Back-to-School Giveaway! 🖍️✏️ School supplies are provided by The Mount and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students must be present. Let's start the school year off right! 🎉 #BackToSchool #TheMount #FreeSchoolSupplies

👉Chesapeake Public Schools will offer free physical exams for uninsured CPS students on August 30th at Oscar Smith Middle School from 8:00 am -3:00 pm. Registration is required. 📝 *No Sports Physicals*

You are invited to our School Plants Job Fair at Oscar Smith Middle School on August 8, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We are hiring! ⏭ HVAC technicians ⏭ Plumbers ⏭ Carpenters ⏭ Electricians ⏭ Groundskeepers ⏭ Painters Or apply directly online: HTTP://cpschools.com/jobs

📢 We're Hiring!! 📢 🌟Join our fun and dedicated School Nutrition Services Team! 🌟 Positions include: 🍎 Warehouse Workers 🍎 School Nutrition workers 🍎 Lunchroom Monitors 🍎 Delivery Drivers 🍎 And More! 📲 Visit http://cpschools.com/jobs to apply

🚍 Join us for this free event and let us help you get ready for the 2024-2025 school year 👉 Pre-registration for immunizations and school entry physicals is required 👉Visit https://www.cpschools.com/article/1667336 for more information and to register See you there!