In the Spotlight: The Superintendent's Spotlight features career day, fall sports state championships, Teacher Appreciation Week, and more.
In the spotlight: Great Bridge High School sophomore, Emani Salas, wins 4th District Congressional Art Competition.
Teacher Appreciation Week: We asked our students to tell us about their teacher’s superpowers. We received over 300 videos from the district celebrating our super teachers!
Pride of the Peake: These individuals embody the spirit of our strategic plan, Empower 2025. Learn more about our first “Pride of the Peake” honorees and how you can nominate a member of our school community deserving of recognition.
In the news: Electric school buses join our fleet as part of Dominion Energy’s electric school bus program.
In the News: Oscar Smith High School wins its first football state title since 2011. The Tigers beat South Country 62-21.
In the spotlight: On this edition of the Mayor’s Emergency Response Roundtable, Mayor Rick West talks with Dr. Jared Cotton and Principal Jeffrey Johnson about plans for graduation and the 2021-2022 school year.
Superintendent’s Spotlight – May 10, 2021
Great Bridge High School artist wins Congressional Art Contest
Our Teachers are Superheroes!
Pride of the Peake
State of the Schools
Electric Buses Join Our Fleet
Elizabeth River Learning Barge Mobile “Field Trip”
Oscar Smith Football wins State Title
Mayor’s Emergency Roundtable
Graduation Ceremonies
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2021 Administrative Appointments
May 10, 2021
2021 Administrative Appointments

The following appointments were approved during the May 10, 2021, School Board meeting: Mrs. Kellie W. Collins, teacher, Hickory High School, to assistant principal I, Grassfield High School (Effective July...

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Now Accepting Applications for Virtual Fall 2021 – Grades K-8
May 5, 2021
Now Accepting Applications for Virtual Fall 2021 – Grades K-8

Dr. Cotton presented the instructional plan for the 2021-22 school year at the April 19, 2021 School Board Meeting. While the primary mode of instruction for ALL grade levels will...

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May 3-7, 2021, is Teacher Appreciation Week
April 30, 2021
May 3-7, 2021, is Teacher Appreciation Week

“I think a hero is really any person intent on making this a better place for all people.” – Maya Angelou. The past thirteen months have taught us that heroes...

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Dr. S. Kambar Khoshaba Named 2021 Outstanding Middle School Principal
April 22, 2021
Dr. S. Kambar Khoshaba Named 2021 Outstanding Middle School Principal

Principal Dr. S. Kambar Khoshaba has been named the 2021 Outstanding Middle School Principal of Virginia by a panel of principals and superintendents representing the Principal Awards Committee of the...

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Chesapeake releases Graduation and 2021-22 Instructional plans
April 20, 2021
Chesapeake releases Graduation and 2021-22 Instructional plans

At the April 19, 2021, meeting of the Chesapeake School Board, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton presented the graduation plan for the 2021 Senior Class. Graduation ceremonies will be held this...

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Hickory Middle School is a National Finalist in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest
April 16, 2021
Hickory Middle School is a National Finalist in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest

Recently, Samsung Electronics America, Inc., announced the 10 National Finalist schools and innovations in the 11th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest.  This event is a nationwide education competition that...

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Month of the Military Child
April 6, 2021
Month of the Military Child

    Month of the Military Child is observed each April to honor and celebrate military children and youth for their service, commitment, and sacrifice in support of the armed...

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First Lady of Virginia, Pamela Northam, Visits Oscar Smith Middle School
March 19, 2021
First Lady of Virginia, Pamela Northam, Visits Oscar Smith Middle School

Virginia’s First Lady, Pamela Northam, visited Oscar Smith Middle School on Thursday to celebrate the academic achievements of the students and staff during this unprecedented and historical time for public...

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Equity Art Council Student Visual Arts Exhibition
March 15, 2021
Equity Art Council Student Visual Arts Exhibition

The Chesapeake Public Schools Equity Council is proud to present its first Student Visual Arts Exhibition and Contest. The Council announced the opportunity in late January 2021 for kindergarten through...

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End of Grading Period (9-12)

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Job Fair
May
21
Friday

Job Fair
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CCC Signing Day
May
26
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CCC Signing Day
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27
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05
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June
14
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School Board Meeting
School Administration Building (SAB)

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15
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16
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June
16
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GRADUATION: Oscar Smith High School
June
16
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17
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End of Grading Period (K-12)

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