
💵We need your input on the resources needed for our schools. The information you provide will help guide budgetary decisions. The survey closes on October 8th.
💻To complete the survey visit: https://cpschools.com/surveys
Thank you for your participation.


SWE is so proud to announce our 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year, 4th grade teacher Ms. Katie King! #CPSTOY #CPSCelebrates #SWEBruins











🕸️Join us as we share parenting tips and tricks while featuring the Parent Cafe’s Protective Factors: Parental Resilience & Knowledge of Parenting & Child Development.
🍴FREE dinner and childcare during the event.
💻RSVP by 10/8: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=33986435


📣Calling all Southwestern Elementary families! 📣Have you signed up your student for our fundraiser? You don’t want to miss out, our Southwestern Elementary Fun Run is going to be epic! 🥳 It only takes a minute! Head to MyBooster.com to get started. ✅
💻 Sign up online OPEN at MyBooster.com – Start TODAY!
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 10/16/2024
👟 Event Day – 10/25/2024


🗓️Just a reminder that Friday, October 4, 2024, 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 throughout the Commonwealth and nationwide 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


October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Together, we can educate others and raise awareness to combat bullying and cyberbullying. We encourage you to use this month to participate in acts of kindness and speak up when someone is being bullied.
🗣️Remember, if you see something, say something.


Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 27, 2024, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon.


📝Join us as we discuss unique aspects that make Chesapeake Public Schools a stand out employer. Participants will gain an understanding of the application process and the opportunity to ask questions.
💻For more info & to register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=33982886


The PTA will be hosting a Trunk or Treat at SWE on October 29th from 6:00 - 7:30. We are looking forward to making this a fun event for our families in our community but we need your help! Click here if you would like to volunteer: https://forms.gle/ENDMPk3Wwmzvv5HU7


Flashback Friday - SWE 5th graders enjoyed their field trip to the 2024 NAS Oceana Air Show STEM Day! #swebruins #inspirecps #empowercps











🎙📴Discover how our "Away for the Day" cell phone policy is reshaping school culture on Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast! Great Bridge High School principal Jeff Johnson, teacher Corey Perillo, and senior Katelynn Diehl share their insights, challenges, and the positive impact of the policy in our schools. Plus, hear practical tips on managing screen time! Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧





💻🔬JOIN US for the Computer Science Lab School Family Nights!💻🔬
The following events are available for all current 5th through 8th graders and their families:
🗓️October 10, 2024, 5-6:30: PM Byte-sized Adventures: Intro to Computer Science
🗓️November 19, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Opportunity: Paths in Computer Science
🗓️December 12, 2024, 5-6:30 PM: Bytes of Inspiration: Make & Take Night
🗓️January 16, 2025, 5-6:30 PM: Family Bytes: Application Session
These events are hosted by the Computer Science Lab School (CSLS) at Oscar Smith Middle which will open for the 2025-26 school year for 6th and 7th grade students. The Lab School will focus on providing innovative learning opportunities in the computer science field.
👉For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/osm/page/computer-science-lab-school


Join us in honoring the International Week of the Deaf! 🌍✨ Each year, the World Federation of the Deaf dedicates this week to celebrating the resilience of the deaf community including our amazing students and their families. This year’s theme is “Sign up for Sign Language Rights.” Let’s raise awareness together! 🤟 #IWDP #CPSCelebrates
👉 Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2024/


‼️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


SWE is so proud of 5th grade student Lyric who had the opportunity to recite the pledge at Monday's School Board Meeting! Great job Lyric! #swebruins #cpsinspires





🌟📝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


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