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November 9, 2023
Chesapeake Public Schools is excited to implement a Student ID Badge program for all elementary school students beginning November 14, 2023! Students will use their ID badge to se...
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November 2, 2023
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on the Educational Opportunity for Military Children recently awarded Butts Road Pr...
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November 1, 2023
National School Psychology Week (NSPW) will be celebrated November 6–10, 2023. This is an opportunity for schools around the country to highlight the role of school psychologists ...
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October 20, 2023
The CPS Department of New Construction will host a public meeting in conjunction with Dills Architects to discuss the plans for a new school building that will replace Crestwood I...
![The graphic reads: "Academy Information Nights" on a blue branded background with the logos for Chesapeake Public School's three academies](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_4d29f4d2-a093-4ef5-8e63-db6f1220db3e.png)
October 6, 2023
Chesapeake Public Schools offers three high school academy programs for students.
Governor’s STEM Academy Science and Medicine Academy International Baccalaureate ...
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September 28, 2023
The Code of Virginia concerning the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the school board in a school division and local law-enforcement agencies requires school boards to en...
![2023 National Blue Ribbon School: E.W. Chittum Elementary](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_0eb7fdd2-9f5b-4f17-b2bf-355c65eadad9.png)
September 19, 2023
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School
2023 National Blue Ribbon School Profile
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![GRAPHIC READS: "Suicide Prevention Month"](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_96019017-9139-459b-b629-3a7039a951ad.png)
September 11, 2023
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We are providing resources, linked below, for students, their families, and our schools to support mental health wellness. Suicida...
![Text reads: "Chesapeake Public Schools named one of Virginia's top 3 employers" over a blue graphic of a map of Virginia where Chesapeake is emphasized and a gold star and confetti overlay in celebration.](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_b27b07a5-258f-4b95-94c5-d0946d82941c.png)
September 8, 2023
We are so proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of the top 3 Best Employers in Virginia according to a recent survey. Participants were asked anonymously if they would recommen...
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September 7, 2023
As we begin the school year, we are reminding our families of the importance of regular school attendance. We love to see our students in school, engaged and learning great things...
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September 1, 2023
In an effort to provide the most positive and purposeful educational environment for our students, the School Board adopted policy 9-20.1 regarding the use of cell phones and o...
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August 16, 2023
At the beginning of every school year, all families must complete the student online verification process. The verification process allows our families to confirm or update info...
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August 3, 2023
Chesapeake Public Schools will use GoFan , an online and mobile-only ticket purchasing system, at all middle and high school athletic events during the 2023-2024 school year. The ...
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August 3, 2023
Our school district takes safety and security seriously and we believe everyone has a vital role to play in the safety of our students and our schools. We want to empower our ...
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June 22, 2023
Chesapeake Public Schools is proud to present a special, end-of-the-year, virtual art exhibition. This online gallery features student artwork that spans all grade levels and a ...
![Congratulations to our Chesapeake Nurse of the Year! Group photos with Jean McGraw.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/article/image/large_b33d73bc-2f88-466e-9be0-acd374cceac9.jpg)
June 6, 2023
School Health Advisor, School Nurse, Health Care Super Hero…no matter what their title is – we know that our school nurses perform a critical service to prioritize the health and ...