🎙️ Season 4 of Amplified is here! We’re starting the new season with Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker, who sits down with us to talk about his first weeks in Chesapeake. From what has impressed him about our schools and students to what brought his family to Chesapeake, Dr. Brubaker shares his early impressions and what he’s looking forward to in the year ahead.
Listen today at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧

SEE students and staff wore red, white, and blue today in honor of Patriot Day. Together, we remember and honor the heroes and lives lost on September 11, 2001. ❤️🤍💙 #PatriotDay #SEEHawks



Mrs. Trinkala’s class put their math, science, and teamwork skills to the test as they worked together to save Fred! The challenge sparked plenty of problem solving and so much fun! 🛟🐛💙 #SEEHawks




Mrs. Kinney’s fourth-grade class put teamwork into action in our new neighborhood! Students spread out to review place value, build numbers, and learn together. We love seeing our SEE Hawks making the most of this exciting new space! 💙🦅 #SEEHawks



Welcome to the SEE family, Michelle Flynn! 🦅 Michelle joins us as a Special Education Teacher Assistant, bringing several years of experience working with young learners. She’s excited to join the SEE team and help our students grow and succeed! 💙📚

Welcome back to the SEE family, Elaine Schultz! 🦅 After serving as a long-term substitute with us last year, Elaine officially joins our staff as a 5th Grade Special Education Teacher Assistant. We’re so happy to have her back as a SEE Hawk! 💙📚

Welcome to the SEE family, Amanda Townsend! 🦅 Amanda joins us as our new 4th Grade Special Education Teacher, bringing years of experience supporting students. She’s excited for the cheerful elementary atmosphere and all those SEE spirit days! 💙📚 #SEEHawks

Our Southeastern faculty took their Lucky Duckies on some amazing summer adventures! We loved seeing where their ducks traveled, including adventures with our entire Kindergarten team. Congratulations to our Lucky Ducky winners! 🦆☀️💙



The SEE staff can’t thank our amazing PTA enough for the yummy breakfast, thoughtful gifts, and totally cool pen making station! You all are the best! 💙🦅




Our SEE teachers are back! We kicked off the new school year with breakfast and staff development. We are excited to prepare for an amazing year and can’t wait to welcome our students back to SEE! 💙🦅




Welcome, Sarah Pianalto, to the SEE family! 🦅 Sarah joins us as a First Grade teacher and brings 19 years of experience from Virginia Beach, Germany, Alexandria, and Chesapeake. We’re so excited to have her back home and joining our SEE Hawks! 💙📚✈️

Welcome, Charity Elmes, to the SEE family! 🦅 Charity joins us as our new School Counselor and is excited to build meaningful relationships with students while supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth. We’re so happy to have her at SEE! 💙📚

Welcome back to the SEE family, Jillian Riley! 🎉 Jillian joins us as a Special Education Teacher Assistant for Grades 3–5 after serving as a substitute at SEE last year. We’re so excited she’s officially a SEE Hawk! 💙

Welcome to the SEE family, Melanie Rosenfelder! 🎉 Melanie joins us as a 5th Grade Teacher, bringing experience in both special and general education. We’re excited for her to build relationships with our students, staff, and SEE community! 💙🦅 #SEEHawks

Welcome to the SEE family, Eryka Jones! 🎉 Eryka joins us as a K/1 Special Education Teacher, bringing 19 years of experience in special education. We’re excited to have her working and learning alongside our students and staff! 💙🦅 #SEEHawks

Welcome to the SEE family, Brooke Adams! Ms. Adams joins our administrative team as our new Administrative Specialist. She brings extensive experience in elementary education and is excited to begin her journey in school leadership. We’re so excited to have her at SEE! 🩵🦅

Welcome to the SEE family, Katlyn Templeton! Katlyn joins us as a Teacher Assistant and brings experience supporting elementary students. She looks forward to building relationships with our students and becoming part of the SEE community. We’re excited to have her! 🩵🦅

Welcome, Mr. Russell Ruszas! Mr. Ruszas joins the SEE family as our School Security Officer. With a background in law enforcement and school security, he is excited to serve the students, staff, and community at SEE. We’re so glad to have him as a SEE Hawk! 🩵

📚✏️ Meet & Greet is almost here! ✏️📚
Mark your calendars and get ready to kick off a brand-new school year! Come meet your teachers, see your classroom, and drop off your school supplies before the first day.
💙 We can’t wait to see our Lil’ Hawks and families back at SEE! 💙

STOP🛑Are you enrolled for school yet? Let’s get your bus ride ready!
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇

