Reach for the stars at RBW’s Dream Big Title 1 Family Engagement Night! 🌟 We are hosting an evening of food, fun, and community that you won't want to miss.

🍕 Event Details:
When: Thursday, March 19th from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

What: Pizza and activities for the entire family!

Theme: Inspired by The World According to Humphrey

📝 How to Join:
Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 4th to secure your spot.

👉 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/dreambig26
26 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
🐹 Chapter 6 & A Big Reminder! 🌟
It’s time to open up those books! Tonight, we are reading Chapter 6 of The World According to Humphrey. Humphrey is meeting a very "unusual" visitor—ask your student who it is after you finish reading tonight! 🧼🐹

🗓️ Save the Date: DREAM BIG NIGHT!
Don't forget that our Dream Big Night is happening this Thursday at 5:30 PM!

It’s going to be an incredible evening for our school community to come together, celebrate our students, and—of course—talk about our favorite hamster.
about 1 hour ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
⛈️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, March 16, 2026, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will also be canceled.

For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
about 20 hours ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update with storm icon and CPS logo

🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

6 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Orion and Taylor standing in from of the School Administration Building
Orion smiling in the studio with a microphone and headset.
Taylor Mercier smiling in the studio with a mic and headphones.
From First Not to Full Ensemble with Orion Burke & Taylor Mercier Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 28
🐹 Moving on to Chapter 2!
How did everyone like Chapter 1? Humphrey is officially out of the cage, and the adventure is just beginning!

Tonight’s Reading: Chapter 2. Whether you're reading under a blanket fort or snuggled up on the couch, we want to see it!

📸 Share the Magic
We want to fill our feed with our community of readers. Post a photo of your family reading The World According to Humphrey in the comments below or tag us in your stories!

Let’s show everyone how much our school loves to read! 📖✨
7 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Book Cover "The World According to Humphrey"
🐹 That’s a Wrap on Our Big Reveal!
What an incredible day we had last Thursday! Our Vocab Parade was a total whirlwind of creativity, and it was the perfect way to kick off our One School, One Book journey. Seeing all those words come to life was definitely one for the books!

📖 Look What’s Hiding in the Backpack...
The secret is finally out! By now, every student should have a copy of "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney tucked away in their book bag.

🎒 Your Homework (The Fun Kind)
Tonight is the night we officially start our adventure together. Grab a cozy spot, gather the family, and read Chapter 1 with your student.

Let’s get to know our favorite classroom hamster and see what he has to say about the world!

Pro-Tip: Check your child’s folder for the reading schedule so you don't miss a single "hamster-tastic" moment!
8 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Students from Miss Thompson's class in the parade.
Mrs. Z with her porch goose and students in Vocab parade.
Mrs. Mattick's class coming down the hallway.
Student dressed as a racket for the vocab parade.
5 of Mrs. Jahn's students coming around the corner for the vocab parade.
Students from Mrs. C's class waiting to see the parade.
Students with Nocturnal Vocab sign.

🍎 Your future starts here!

Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:

1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair

2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair

✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:

  • ✅ Low-cost health insurance

  • ✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics

  • ✅ A supportive professional community

🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits

🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU

11 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
teacher teaching at smartboard with text "we're hiring"
Join us for dinner at Texas Roadhouse tonight! 10% of all food purchases will go to our school when you present the flyer below. Can't wait to see you there!
13 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Texas Roadhouse Flyer for 10% Donation of March 4th.
​Tomorrow, March 4th, and the halls of RBW are about to look a lot like a library come to life! It’s Dress as Your Favorite Book Character Day! ​📚 Theme: Book Character Day 🎭 Wear: A costume of any character from a book 📖 Bonus: Bring the book to share with the class!
14 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Cat and the Hat costumes of student and teacher.
🚨 RSVP REMINDER: Don’t Miss Out on Dream Big Night! 🚨

We want to make sure there is enough pizza and activities for everyone, so please get those registrations in!

🗓️ Important Deadlines & Details:
RSVP Deadline: Wednesday, March 4th

Event Date: Thursday, March 19th

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Featuring: Pizza and family activities inspired by The World According to Humphrey!

🔗 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/dreambig26

We can't wait to see our RBW families there! ✨
14 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
We’re continuing our "Building Strong Readers" week at RBW with a super-powered spirit day! ​Reading gives you the power to go anywhere and be anything. To celebrate, students are invited to dress up as their favorite superhero! Whether it's a classic caped crusader or a real-life hero, we can’t wait to see your "super" style. ​📚 Theme: Reading is Your Superpower 🦸 Wear: Superhero Costumes/Shirts 🗓️ When: Tomorrow, Tuesday!
15 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Cartoon image of 5 kids reading books dressed as super heroes.
Reminder: Wednesday is our last Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser from 3:00-10:00 pm. We hope to see you there! Please be sure to bring a copy of the flyer with you and present it to your server. We will also be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a basket.
17 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Dine to Donate Flyer for Thursday from 3 to 10
Get ready for a week of reading fun! Monday kicks off our Literacy Spirit Week, and we’re starting things off cozy: it’s Pajama Day! 🛌✨ Have your students wear their favorite (school-appropriate) PJs as we celebrate the joy of snuggling up with a great book.

⚠️ Important: Dream Big Night Sign-Ups
While you're getting those PJs ready, don't forget that March 4th is the final day to register for our Dream Big Night (happening March 19th)!

How to secure your spot:
Send those purple forms back to school with your student or register quickly at tinyurl.com/dreambig26.
17 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Kids reading books in pajamas

🍎Don't miss our Title I Teacher Job Fair!
This is your opportunity to connect with principals and leaders and explore rewarding careers in Title I schools.

📅 March 11, 2026
⌚ 5-6:30PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School

What's Included:
✨ Casual networking with school leaders
✨ Career insights & resources
✨ On-the-spot interviews

Who Can Attend: Experienced teachers AND new candidates welcome!

Before You Come: ✓ Must be eligible for teaching license ✓ Apply at cpschools.com/o/cps/page/teach ✓ Register at the link below

📍 Oscar Smith MS Cafeteria, 2500 Rodgers St, Chesapeake, VA

For more information and to register for this event, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906

Can’t make this event? Check out our Virtual Job Fair March 23-27: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839 

To view our open positions and other upcoming job fair events, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers


18 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
male PE teacher and elementary student holding yellow ball in auditorium.
Wednesday, March 4th is our final Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser night from 3 PM – 10 PM. Enjoy some legendary food while supporting a great cause.

Pro-tip: Make sure you have the attached flyer ready to show your server (or mention it for phone orders)! While you're there, come say hi at our table and grab a raffle ticket for our prize basket. 🎟️
21 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Dine to Donate Flyer for Thursday from 3 to 10
Our 2nd graders are officially becoming mini-programmers! Mrs. Bennett and Mrs. Steadman have been busy guiding students through the world of robotics and logic using Ozzie the Ozobot.
22 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Students using Ozobot and magnet tiles to code.
Students using Ozobot and magnet tiles to code.
Students using Ozobot and magnet tiles to code.
🌍 Join us for Around the World Family Night on March 5th! This event is a celebration of global cultures, packed with fun for the whole family.

✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!

📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School

Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.

🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265

This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
26 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
around the world family with flags and a world with landmarks on it. all text in post
Happy 100th Day of School! Today our hallways are filled with "centenarians," and a whole lot of pride for everything our students have accomplished since day one. We’ve watched them grow, learn, and hit this major milestone with flying colors!

The celebration doesn't stop here, though. We have a huge week ahead:

🗓️ Coming Up This Week:
Wednesday: In honor of Black History Month, students are encouraged to dress as an African American Change Maker. Whether it’s a scientist, athlete, activist, or artist, we can’t wait to see who inspires our students!

Thursday: PTA Family Game Night! 🎲
Dust off your competitive spirit! Join us in the cafeteria starting at 5:30 PM for an evening of board games, laughter, and community fun.
27 days ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Mrs. Williamson and K. Williamson dressed for 100th day.
Mrs. Szymborski and A. Saunders dressed for the 100th day
1st Grade students dressed for 100th day
A. Anderson dressed for the 100 day
K students in their 100th day hats.
🎙️ This Black History Month, we’re proud to share stories rooted right here in Chesapeake. On our latest podcast episode, Dr. Ella Ward, educator, former School Board member, and current Chesapeake City Council Member, reflects on a lifetime of service and the lasting legacy of the historic Cornland School. You’ll also hear from Principal Wade Sloan of Portlock Primary School about how students honor Black History Month in meaningful ways that help them confidently say, “I can.”
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Principal Wade Sloan Smiling
City Council Member Dr. Ella Ward smiling in a podcast studio.
Local Voices & Continued Lessons with Wade Sloan & City Council Member Dr. Ella Ward - Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 27
Get ready, Rena B. Wright Primary families! Our Black History Spirit Week kicks off next week, and we can’t wait to see our students shine. From honoring the past to dreaming about the future, here is how we’re celebrating:

Tuesday, Feb 17th: 100 Years of Excellence Day! (Dress like you’re 100 or wear 100-themed gear).

Wednesday, Feb 18th: Black Changemakers Day! (Dress as your favorite inspiring Black leader or hero).

Thursday, Feb 19th: Culture & Creativity Day! (Show off those bright colors and artistic flair).

Friday, Feb 20th: Dream Big Legacy Day! (Dress for your future career or goals).

Let’s make this a week to remember!
about 1 month ago, Rena B. Wright Primary
Black History Month Spirit Week Flyer