Notice: Chesapeake Public Schools will be CLOSED for all students and school staff on Monday, October 3, 2022.
Classes will not meet remotely during this closure. PAS Archive

In the Spotlight: In the latest Superintendent’s Spotlight, Dr. Cotton highlighted the NAS Oceana Air Show, the generous support of our community partners, and more. Photo Credit: Alexa Kundrat (GBH)
In the news: Our new Family and Community Engagement Centers are designed to help families take an active role in their child’s education.
In the spotlight: The most recent Superintendent’s Spotlight celebrates a successful first week of school, including all the ways our community supported our students and staff.
SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH: Resources are available to parents and students to support mental health wellness.
In the news: Students at Oscar Smith Middle School received a generous donation of school supplies from the Chesapeake Amazon Delivery Station.
In the news: Georgetown Primary third grade teacher Rebecca Muir takes reading to new heights.
#FirstDayCPSVA; We had a wonderful first day of school! Thank you for sharing your smiles with us!
In the spotlight: Our partnership with local public safety departments is instrumental in providing a safe and secure learning environment.
In the News: Hickory Elementary School celebrated its 100th first day of school.
In the news: Navy volunteers helped teachers across the district make sure they were mission ready for the first day of school.
Superintendent’s Spotlight: September 26, 2022
Research Shows Family Involvement is Critical
Superintendent’s Spotlight – September 12, 2022
Suicide Prevention Month Slider
Amazon donation to Oscar Smith Middle School
Skydiving Reading Teacher
#FirstDayCPSVA
Welcome Back: Public Safety Message
Hickory Elementary School Celebrates 100 Years
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Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15, 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. This month is an opportunity to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors...

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2022 Administrative Appointments
September 12, 2022
2022 Administrative Appointments

The School Board of Chesapeake Public Schools approved Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton’s recommendation at the September 12, 2022, School Board meeting to appoint the following individuals to new roles within...

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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 12, 2022
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We are providing resources, linked below, for students, their families and our schools to support mental health wellness. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not...

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SOL Test Results Reveal Impressive Gains
August 19, 2022
SOL Test Results Reveal Impressive Gains

“These gains come as a direct result of dedicated staff and students working diligently to meet established standards during an extremely challenging year. We are pleased to report that our...

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School Meal Updates
August 9, 2022
School Meal Updates

While meals at no cost for all students were a welcome relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, federal funding for this program ended in June 2022.  The good news is your...

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Student Online Verification Process
August 2, 2022
Student Online Verification Process

At the beginning of every school year, all families must complete the student online verification process. Families must log on to their ParentVUE account to verify their student’s information. The...

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2022 Summer Office Hours
June 21, 2022
2022 Summer Office Hours

The 2022 summer schedule begins the week of Monday, June 20, and ends the week beginning August 22, 2022. Beginning the week of Monday, June 20, 2022, Chesapeake Public Schools...

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Spring Art Gallery
May 31, 2022
Spring Art Gallery

The Chesapeake Public Schools 2022 Spring Art Gallery is now virtually available! By embracing a virtual exhibition, our district art teachers have been able to feature more student art work in their school-based show!...

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Virginia Council for Learning Disabilities – Early Career Special Educator of the Year
May 25, 2022
Virginia Council for Learning Disabilities – Early Career Special Educator of the Year

Mr. Aaron Brown, a 7th-grade inclusion teacher from Oscar Smith Middle School (OSM), has been selected as the 2022 Early Career Special Educator by the Virginia Council for Learning Disabilities...

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ELEMENTARY ONLY - Teacher Workday
October
05
Wednesday

ELEMENTARY ONLY - Teacher Workday

12:00 AM
End of Grading Period
October
06
Thursday

End of Grading Period

12:00 AM
Book Club Information Night
October
06
Thursday

Book Club Information Night
Camelot Elementary

6:00 PM
School Board Meeting
October
10
Monday

School Board Meeting

6:00 PM
Federal Impact Aid Survey Day
October
18
Tuesday

Federal Impact Aid Survey Day

12:00 AM
Joint Meeting with Chesapeake City Council and School Board
October
20
Thursday

Joint Meeting with Chesapeake City Council and School Board
Chesapeake City Hall

5:00 PM
School Board Meeting
October
24
Monday

School Board Meeting

6:00 PM
World of Work Career Expo
October
25
Tuesday

World of Work Career Expo
TCC

4:00 PM
School Board Meets with Members of the General Assembly
November
03
Thursday

School Board Meets with Members of the General Assembly

7:30 AM
End of Grading Period (K-12)
November
07
Monday

End of Grading Period (K-12)

12:00 AM
Teacher Workday
November
08
Tuesday

Teacher Workday

12:00 AM
Veterans Day Holiday
November
11
Friday

Veterans Day Holiday

12:00 AM
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