🎙 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.

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23
🐮 Our first graders had themselves a rootin’-tootin’ good time at the Triple R Ranch Farm Days Exhibition! 🌾🐴

They got to see farm animals up close, learn about ranch life, and enjoy a beautiful day out in the country (minus the rain) 😊
3 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
1st Grade Triple R Ranch Field Trip
The Bengal Tiger Pride, Kindergarten & 3rd grade, celebrated their Terrific Tiger Behavior with a Game Day! 🎉 🎲
Keep encouraging your tiger cub to earn Tiger Tickets for their pride! 🎟️ #TMEBengals #TerrificTigers
3 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Bengal Tiger Celebration for Terrific Tiger Behavior
Grab your crew and join us for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and family fun on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.🎲 Bring your best game face! #BetterTogether
3 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
TME Game Night Oct. 4th 6pm
TME Game Night Oct. 4th 6pm
🎉 Mrs. Burns is our 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Mrs. Burns, one of our amazing Kindergarten teachers, is honored for her calm and caring presence that makes students feel safe, supported, and loved. Her kindness and dedication leave a lasting impact on her students and our school. ❤
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Mrs. Burns is the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Burns is the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year
🍦 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
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
community resource fair and ice cream social graphic in pastels

🌟 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!

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.
💡Mrs. Williams’ 3rd grade class explored simple machines today. They created levers, pulleys, and wheels . Then, explored how these tools make work easier. 🔧⚙️
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Mrs. WIlliams 3rd Grade Simple Machines
Mrs. WIlliams 3rd Grade Simple Machines
Mrs. WIlliams 3rd Grade Simple Machines
✈️ Today, our 5th graders had an unforgettable experience at the Airshow! They got up close to incredible aircraft and dived into hands-on STEM activities. 🚀🔬🛩️
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show
5th Grade Air Show

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.

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update graphic
We’re happy to share that, the New Chesapeake Men for Progress Education Foundation donated $500 for school supplies to each of these amazing schools in our community:

🩵The Chesapeake Center for Student Success 💙 Carver Intermediate 💛 Thurgood Marshall Elementary 💙 Truitt Intermediate 💛 Rena B. Wright Primary💙

A special thank you to New Mount Olive AME Church for partnering with the NCMPEF to support Rena B. Wright Primary!

When we invest in our students' education, we invest in their future.Thank you for supporting our schools! #CPSCelebrates
4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
administrator holding check with 3 males on either side
administrator holding check with two males on either side
administrator holding check with two males on either side
administrator holding check with two males on either side
administrator holding check with two males and a female on either side
Front shot of Rena B Wright
Front of Truitt Intermediate
Front of Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Front of GW Carver Intermediate
Front of CCSS
🔠 Ms. Sherwood’s Kindergarten class had fun today practicing their letters and sounds with a mystery box! The excitement of guessing and discovering made learning fun. 🐯
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Ms. Sherwood's Class Mystery Box
Ms. Sherwood's Class Mystery Box
🐯 Today our students discovered which Tiger Pride (community) they belong to! 🎉 Throughout the month, they’ll have the chance to earn tickets and points for their Pride, working together toward a special celebration. Encourage your Tiger Cub to show their best by following the TME Behavior Expectations and helping their Pride shine! ✨
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
TME Tiger Pride Assembly September
TME Tiger Pride Assembly September
TME Tiger Pride Assembly September
TME Tiger Pride Assembly September
Mr. Sparks’ 5th grade class is exploring a fascinating question: Will the mass change when water changes from a solid (ice) to a liquid (water)? 🧊->💧
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Sparks Class Science Experiment

🚌 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!

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One stop job fair graphic
We are so excited to welcome our students back to school! The hallways are filled with smiles and the energy of a brand-new school year. Welcome back Tiger Cubs!💙💛💙💛
4 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
First Day of School
First Day of School
First Day of School
First Day of School
First Day of School

✨ We had such a great turnout for Meet and Greet. If you missed it, don't' worry; our Open House is September 9th!

🚀 We’re so excited to launch the new school year on Tuesday, September 2nd. 📚 School starts at 7:35am—see you then!

5 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Meet and Greet
🚌 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!
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One Stop Job Fair Graphic with information

🏫💖🐯 Welcome our new Administrative Specialist, Mrs. Jasmine Gunter! She is coming to us from Camelot Elementary School where she taught for 10 Years. #tigercubs #TMECubPride

6 months ago, Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Welcome Mrs. Gunter
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
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Kindergarten Registration Now Open. Enroll Today! cpschools.com/kindergarten Picture of a student and backpack