For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
🎶 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!
🍎 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
🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
⚠️ Must be eligible for a VA teaching license.
📝 Apply here:https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906
2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair
🗓️ March 23 – March 27, 2026
📝 Deadline to Register: March 13 (Required)
🔗 Register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839
✨ 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
Important Reminders:
Coinless Fair: We are not accepting or giving back coins this year. Any coin change will be donated to our "Share the Fair" program!
eWallet: Please set up an eWallet for your student to ensure a fast and safe checkout.
Reading Night: Join us Thursday, March 12th, from 5:00-6:30 PM to shop and play fun reading activities with your student!
Visit our fair homepage to get started: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/treakleelementaryschool
#TreaklePride
🍎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
✨ 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/
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Please join us in the comments by sharing a favorite memory or a quick "thank you" to show them some love! Let’s make them feel as special as they make our students feel! 🐝 ✨
#TreaklePride #CPSCelebrates #NSCW26
💻 Visit our website for additional details: http://cpschools.com/emergency
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and receive important updates, events, and more.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/4pncEZl
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
When to Buy: SCA members will be selling grams in the mornings after announcements on: 📅 Friday, Feb. 6 📅 Monday, Feb. 9 📅 Tuesday, Feb. 10
Important Note: 📝 Please make sure your student knows the Recipient’s Name, Grade, and Teacher so our SCA delivery team can find them!
Grams will be delivered to classrooms on the morning of Friday, February 13th. Let’s make this Valentine’s season the sweetest one yet! 🐝💜
#TreaklePride
📸 Get Ready for Classroom Group Picture Day!
Smile big, Hornets! Classroom Group Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, January 14th. 🐝 These memories last a lifetime and are available for just $10.00!
You can skip the paperwork and order online today: 1️⃣ Visit strawbridge.net 2️⃣ Click "Order Pictures & Yearbooks" 3️⃣ Enter code: FM489499
We can't wait to see those shining faces! 💜🌟 #TreaklePride
This is an in-school shopping experience that empowers our Hornets to learn about earning, budgeting, and saving while selecting over 100 affordable gifts for family members (prices range from $0.50 to $12).
ACTION ITEM: Remember to send money in the special budget envelope that went home so your student is ready to shop!
View the Official Shopping Schedule (by class and teacher): https://tinyurl.com/2025PenguinPatchClassSchedule
Go Hornets! #TreaklePride
📢 Calling all future Chesapeake Public Schools families in the City of Chesapeake!
We are exploring the establishment of new preschool centers to meet the growing need for high-quality early childhood education. If you live in our district and have children ages 0-4 or are planning to have children, your voice is essential!
Help us plan for the future of our youngest learners by sharing your needs and priorities in our new Early Childhood Education Survey. Your input will shape these vital programs!
📋 Survey is open NOW - December 18: www.cpschools.com/surveys
🚌 Join the Chesapeake Public Schools Team!
We're hiring for multiple classified positions at our ONE STOP Job Fair. Come prepared to interview on the spot!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
⏰ 11 AM - 2 PM
📍 School Administration Building
💼 Now Hiring:
Bus Drivers
School Nutrition Workers
Custodians
Substitute Teachers
📋 Bring With You:
Two forms of ID (all applicants)
Transcript copies (substitute teacher applicants)
❗ This is your chance to become part of the CPS family! We can't wait to meet you.
💻 Learn more and explore additional opportunities at: https://www.cpschools.com/careers
🎅 Treakle Elementary's 12 Days of Holiday Cheer! ❄️
Get ready to show your school spirit! We are counting down to the holidays with fun themes every single day starting December 4th. Check the schedule below and join the fun!
🗓️ The Spirit Schedule:
Dec 4: 🍬 Candy Cane Day: Sweeten up your style by wearing Red & White!
Dec 5: ❄️ Winter Wonderland: Let it snow! Wear Blue & White.
Dec 8: 🪵 Flannel Frenzy: Cozy up and wear your favorite Flannel or Plaid.
Dec 9: 🎩 Festive Headwear Day: Time to break out the antlers and Santa hats!
Dec 10: 💚 Grinch Day: Don't be mean, wear GREEN!
Dec 11: 🧦 Holiday Socks Day: Show off those festive toes!
Dec 12: 🧶 Ugly Sweater Day: The tackier, the better! Wear your favorite Ugly Sweater.
☃️ The Final Countdown:
Dec 15: 🧣 Snowman Day: Bundle up and wear your favorite Scarf.
Dec 16: ✨ Sparkle & Shine: Time to glow! Wear your Lights or Sequins.
Dec 17: 🔔 Jingle Bell Rock: Make some noise and wear your Bells!
Dec 18: 🛌 PJ Day: Roll out of bed in your favorite Holiday PJs.
Dec 19: 🎉 Festive Day!: Go all out! Wear your favorite Holiday Swag.
⛔ School Closed:
Dec 22 – Jan 2: 🎆 HOLIDAY BREAK! Enjoy your time off! See you next year!
The upcoming holiday season is filled with excitement, but it can also be a time when some of our families need a little extra support. 💛 🎙 In our newest episode of Amplified, we sit down with Lisa Kerry, one of our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) specialists and Nischelle Buffalow from Buffalow Family and Friends to talk about partnership, compassion, and how our community works together to make sure no one feels alone this season. 🎧 Hear the stories, learn how to access support, and discover ways to get involved at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
Get your Hornet spirit on! 🥳 Our official Treakle Spirit Wear sale is LIVE! This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on your favorite purple and gray gear to show your school pride. 💜👕
You have three easy ways to order:
Look for the order form sent home with your student (return it with cash to their teacher).
Scan the QR code found on the order form
The sale closes on November 21st, so don't wait! We can't wait to see our hallways filled with #TreaklePride! 🐝
🎙 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.
📅 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
🌟 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!
