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🚨 FREE GIFT ALERT 🚨 Our students are having a blast during our Southwestern Elem Fun Run fundraiser, and we’re on our way to reaching our goal of $25,000! Did you know in our Southwestern Elem Fun Run fundraiser we have EXCLUSIVE Dude Perfect collectible keychains?! 🤯 When you register your student at MYBOOSTER.COM, they’ll get their keychain the very next day! The best part? It’s a 🤫 mystery 🤫 which one you’ll get! What are you waiting for! Register TODAY at MYBOOSTER.COM to get yours and learn how you could earn the entire collection along with other exclusive Dude Perfect prizes!

SWE students and staff are enjoying homecoming spirit week! Don’t forget tomorrow is Community Hero Day and Thursday is Bruin Hero Day!

Just a reminder that Friday, October 6, 2023, is a Teacher Workday for all Elementary Schools ONLY. There will be no school for students enrolled in grades Pre-K-5. Visit our full calendar on our website: cpschools.com/calendar

During the month of October, we join schools across the Commonwealth and the country to celebrate Disability History and Awareness Month. Join us as we celebrate the important contributions of individuals with disabilities to our schools and community. #CPSCelebrates

Have you completed your student verification? ⚠ IMPORTANT REMINDER: All families should complete the Online Student Verification process by this FRIDAY! More information is available on our website: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1203618

Join us for Spirit Week next week: Monday 10/2: Super Hero Day Tuesday 10/3: American Hero Day Wednesday 10/4: Community Hero Day Thursday 10/5: Bruin Hero Day Friday 10/6: Elementary Teacher Workday, No School for Students. Western Branch High School Homecoming Parade at 5:00!

Join us as we discuss our newest learning management system, Canvas. Parents will learn how to navigate their child’s course schedule, assignments, and upcoming events. We will also discuss the Canvas Parent app and how to gain access as a parent observer. Canvas replaced Schoology this year. You can learn more on our website: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/teaching-learning-instructional-resources-technology Register to attend this webinar: http://tinyurl.com/CPSCanvas23

Math Matters: Supporting Math at Home (Elementary Families Webinar) Parents and guardians will learn to develop strategies for supporting students with math concepts and skills and learn to incorporate math instruction into daily activities. 🧮➕➗ October 12, 2023 @ 6:30 p.m. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/elementarymathmatters

Just 1️⃣ week until kick off for our Southwestern Elem Fun Run! You can get a head start by registering your student and donating TODAY to help our school. Once on mybooster.com, you’ll be able to use cool features like the Student Star Video and share your donation page to earn entries into the Disney Family Trip Giveaway. Head to MYBOOSTER.COM now to register, share, and give. Thank you for your support!

🎙Episode 2 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast is now available! September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we have something special for you! 🎧 Join us as we feature Kiera Whiteman, a high school senior and SCA president at Deep Creek High School. She'll give you a peek into the life of a multitasking senior, juggling everything from Scholastic Bowl 🧠 to raising chickens 🐔. Plus, she'll share her top three "nuggets" of advice for incoming high school students. 💡 But that's not all! We also spoke with Yvette Lagares from the Office of Student Enrollment and Attendance. Yvette shares the crucial role of attendance in student success and how it shapes future adults. 🌟 #AttendanceMattersVA #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS Don't miss this enlightening and inspiring episode! Tune in today: https://amplifiedcps.buzzsprout.com/2223611/13635528

Due to inclement weather, all after-school activities for today, September 22, 2023, must conclude by 5:00 p.m., including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club. All activities on Saturday, September 23, 2023, are canceled.

As we celebrate Attendance Awareness Month, it's important to note that attendance is a school quality indicator and a factor in the accreditation process. 🎓💯 It's one of the many reasons that #AttendanceMattersVA! Read more: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1232108

Reminder T-Shirt orders are due by September 29th! Cash or check only! Contact your teacher or the main office if you need a form!

SWE 5th graders enjoyed a field trip to Naval Air Station Oceana last week where they got to explore the Outdoor STEM Laboratory. They were able to participate in hands-on activities that engaged and inspired students for possible careers in STEM!

A strong set of skills and talents is needed to fill the shoes of an Information Technology Professional. We are very fortunate to have a team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our students and staff connected. Today is a great day to thank your school’s IT professionals! Happy IT Professionals Day! #CPSCelebrates

Join us as we bring our diverse community together for a night of Multicultural Family Fun! The event includes food, performances, activities, and more! When: October 5, 2023 (6:00 - 7:30 p.m.) Where: Deep Creek High School Register: http://tinyurl.com/CPSmulticultural23

Join us in celebrating the International Week of the Deaf. Annually recognized by the World Federation of the Deaf Ry, this week is a time to recognize the strength and endurance of our deaf community including our students and their families. This year's theme is "A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere" #IWDP2023 #CPSCelebrates Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2023/

National #HispanicHeritageMonth is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. Join us this month as we recognize and celebrate the impact and influence of our Hispanic students and their families on our community. #CPSCelebrates Learn more: https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/about.html

Thank you families for coming out to Open House last night! We're looking forward to a great year!

We want you to join our Division of Technology Innovation! 💻 Current opportunities include: 💻 Technology Support Specialist 💻 Application Systems Analyst 💻 Web Developer Visit our website to apply: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities