🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.

12 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23
🍦 Join us for a Community Resource Fair & Ice Cream Social at Oscar Smith Middle School!

📅 Thursday, October 2nd, 5:30-7:00 PM

This is your chance to: ✨ Discover local and school district resources ✨ Connect with other families in our community ✨ Enjoy FREE ice cream!

Whether you're looking for support services or just want to meet your neighbors, this event has something for everyone. Plus, stick around for the OSM Choral Presentation at 5:30 PM!

💙 This event will also be available in Spanish

💻https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31420458
26 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!

28 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled.  YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm

👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans

❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8

📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One Stop Job Fair Graphic with information
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻? 𝗡𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 - 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲!
➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today and make sure they are ready for the first day of school! https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Kindergarten Registration Now Open. Enroll Today! cpschools.com/kindergarten Picture of a student and backpack
📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020
✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Lisa, the host, and Laura smiling together.
Get on the Bus Family Fun Event: July 31: 4-6 pm Chesapeake Conference Center Free School/Sports Physicals and Immunization. Meet & Greed Administrators 7574825923
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The host speaking with Laura and Lisa listening and smiling.
Laura speaking on the show.
Lisa speaking with Coast Live Host.
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Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌

Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.

📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways

For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
The attached image is a flyer for the Get on the Bus event hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools on July 31, 2024. The information is hosted on cpschools.com/gotb.
🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Graduate happy to receive his diploma pointing out to the crowd.
📚 REMINDER: Kindergarten Registration is OPEN! 📚 Don't forget to secure your child's spot for 2025-2026! Haven't registered yet? No worries - it's not too late! ➡️ Get your kindergartner enrolled today! https://www.cpschools.com/kindergarten
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🍽️Chesapeake Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge on a first come, first serve basis. 💻 Please visit our website for more information including locations, meal service times, and application requirements: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2256195
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
summer meals
🎧 As we close out Season 2 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast, we highlight three remarkable student-athletes from Grassfield High, Great Bridge High, and Oscar Smith High!🎙 Sophie Rambo, Caleb Neal, and Jaden Dabbs reflect on how they’ve achieved state and national honors in track, wrestling, and football, all while maintaining academic focus and leadership. Their insights into discipline, resilience, and time management offer valuable lessons for educators, families, and future student-athletes. 🔊 Tune in at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Beyond the Scoreboard with Caleb Neal, Sophie Rambo, & Jaden Dabbs. Episode 21: Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast - Picture of all three student-athletes.
The Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) program is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. 🎒 CPI is a FREE full-day program for children who will be four years old by September 30th and live in Chesapeake. 💻Please review our website for eligibility criteria and to apply: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/cpi 🎥 You can also check out this webinar exploring the preschool options that are available for Chesapeake families as well as learn next steps for enrolling your child: https://youtu.be/OpG0nmF_XcA
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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☀️💲The Virginia SUN bucks program assists families with the cost of groceries during summer break when school is not in session. It is a one-time benefit of $120 to each school-age child that meets the program requirements. To learn more about these benefits or to apply, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/ebt
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public. 💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🗓️Just a reminder that Friday, May 9, 2025, 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
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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🗓️Just a reminder that Friday, May 9, 2025 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

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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💐 As we prepare to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9), we invite you to reflect on the educators who've made a difference in your life or your child's journey. Who is that special teacher who goes above and beyond, planting seeds of curiosity and helping students grow into their best selves? 🏵️

❤️ Now's your chance to let them know how much they matter! We've created a simple way to send your teacher a heartfelt message of gratitude that will brighten their day during this special week. Your words of appreciation will be delivered directly to them and might even be featured on our platforms to inspire our entire community.

👉 Share your appreciation: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2176065

🌦️ Let's shower our amazing educators with the recognition they deserve! #CPSTAW25 🌷

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
our teachers grow futures with lightbulb plants
Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? Then SEAC is your voice! When: May 13 Time: 6:30pm Where: School Admin Building TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: I'm Determined - Transition and Inclusion For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
SEAC General Meeting Dates