
🌈 1st Graders took the stage and sang beautifully at our March PTA Meeting.🌸 We are so proud of you!🐯



🥳 We are proud to recognize the dedication and commitment shown by these students who have achieved perfect attendance throughout the entire month of February!🐯 💙💛5th Grade Students💙💛


🥳 We are proud to recognize the dedication and commitment shown by these students who have achieved perfect attendance throughout the entire month of February!🐯 💙💛3rd and 4th Grade Students💙💛



🥳 We are proud to recognize the dedication and commitment shown by these students who have achieved perfect attendance throughout the entire month of February!🐯 💙💛Preschool to 2nd Grade Students💙💛






🔊 New Podcast Episode Alert!🎧 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified 🛡️ Safety within our schools takes center stage as we sit down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of Safety and Security, and Matt Hamel, Commonwealth's Attorney, to discuss the strategies and dedication driving our local School Safety Task Force. Discover how collaborative efforts across city departments are creating a safe and secure environment for our schools. Gain insight into proactive school security measures and the role you help play in school safety. Your voice matters, and we extend an invitation to contribute your perspective at the upcoming School Safety Forums! 👉 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/safety-and-security for more information regarding the upcoming forums. 🗣️ Join us in this pivotal conversation, because when it comes to our children's future, every voice can make a world of difference.


🦉Our first graders used their creativity and problem-solving skills to design and build a 3-D habitat poster for an animal based on their unique properties! 🦁🌿





🎒 Our 4th graders went on a field trip to Jamestown! They learned about the history of America's earliest English settlements, exploring the challenges encountered by settlers, from interactions with Native Americans to the struggle for survival in a new and unfamiliar land.🪵

🛒💡Our second graders had a blast at the Corner Store, learning about money by counting it and making change. They applied math skills with such enthusiasm! 💰🤓







The School Safety Taskforce will host the first of two public forums on March 20th at Indian River High School to provide an update on school safety policies and procedures. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees. Learn more: http://cpschools.com/safety


🎨 March is VAEA Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is a celebration of the visual arts and recognizes art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” #VAartedYAM24 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
To learn more about Youth Art Month and ways to celebrate, visit https://councilforarteducation.org/youth-art-month/ and http://www.vaea.org/youth-art-month.html. 🎉


Join us on March 14th at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar about Financial Planning for children with disabilities. Learn about guardianship and alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trusts. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSFinancial2024


Just a reminder that Friday, March 8, 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


🎉 March marks the commencement of Women's History Month! Join us as we celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding contributions women have made to history, culture, and society. Explore the impactful insights into Women's History Month at https://womenshistorymonth.gov/ to learn about the diverse ways women have significantly influenced American history. #CPSCelebrates


We are hosting a virtual teacher recruitment fair for the 2024-2025 school year. Interviews will be held March 25-29. Please complete the online registration by March 11, 2024, to secure your spot: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1469176
We can't wait to meet you! 📚


🐾🌿 Today in Mrs. Turner's kindergarten class, our little scientists explored with creativity and curiosity to craft their very own habitats, diving deep into understanding what plants and animals need to survive🐿🦉🦨



🔆 Our brilliant 5th graders went back in time to compare and contrast artifacts from two historical periods in American history: the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. They explored the evolution of daily life and technological advancements over the decades. 🕰️🔍





Are you looking for ways to support your young reader? Join us on Wednesday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. for our Supporting Literacy at Home webinar. 📚
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSSupportingLiteracy


🎉🎶 This week's PTA Meeting turned into a spectacular performance thanks to our 2nd graders who took the stage and sounded fabulous! Tons of smiles and a lot of proud parents.🎵 #TigerPride



Congratulations to the All-City Elementary Chorus students for their amazing performance. 🌟 A special shout out to our very own star, 5th Grader Termaine Spellman. 🎵 We are so proud of you, Termaine!



Parents are invited to join us on Feb. 27th to learn more about how students can stay safe online. In partnership with the Chesapeake Police Department, learn how to protect children from the dangers of social media. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSStayingSafeOnline
