
May is Jewish American Heritage Month!
This month offers all Americans an opportunity to celebrate and draw inspiration from Jewish Americans' contributions to the fabric of our nation’s history and culture. You can read more about the celebration in Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proclamation: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/proclamations/proclamation-list/jewish-american-heritage-month-2.html
Join us as we celebrate and honor the rich culture, traditions, contributions, and enduring legacy of Jewish Americans. #CPSCelebrates


Just a reminder that Friday, May 3, 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


Join us for our second School Safety Forum on Wed., May 22nd at Western Branch High School at 5:30 p.m. Representatives of the School Safety Taskforce (SSTF) will provide a brief update on policies and procedures followed by a Q&A session. Learn more: www.cpschools.com/safety


On Saturday, Indian River High School hosted Operation Military Families! Operation Military Families allowed for our district's military families to participate in information sessions and fun activities for students.
Throughout the evening, families were able to get complimentary family portraits taken by Lifetouch, enjoy performances by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quartet, eat a pizza dinner and learn about resources offered to military families in our area.
Special thanks to Captain Matt Frauenzimmer for taking the time to speak to our families and the Office of Family and Community Engagement for continuing their commitment to serving our community.

Our fundraiser is off to a great start! Thank you to everyone who has registered on my booster.com and donated already. We are having a blast with the booster thon team here at school! The class that gets the most new pledges tonight will get to pie the booster team in the face!




Last Friday, B. M. Williams Primary School hosted a parade for its military families to celebrate April as the Month of the Military Child. Students and their families were invited to parade through the halls wearing their service uniforms and their red, white and blue.
A special thanks to School Board Members, Dr. Brittany Walker, Mrs. Kim Scott, and Mr. John McCormick for attending the event, as well as principal Mrs. Allison Taylor for the continued commitment to honoring our military families.
All of our military families are also invited to join us for Operation Military Families at Indian River High School on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30-6:30 p.m. You can register using the link: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024

We are off to a great start with our Fun Run fundraiser! Don't forget to sign up on mybooster.com to help support our school's goal!


🏁 Ready… Set… GO! 🏁
Our BM Williams Fun Run Fundraiser has begun!
Today students experienced our kickoff event to start raising funds for a Poster Maker and Large Color Printer. This program only lasts for ONE WEEK, so please register your student TODAY on MYBOOSTER.COM. Share your donation page with family and friends.
💥Register your student for our all-inclusive event
Thanks for your support of BM Williams!


Yesterday, we hosted our 2nd annual Month of the Military Child Parade! We are so honored to celebrate our military children and their families! Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸











The Elementary Spring Art Show is currently underway at the Chesapeake Central Library! Visit the library during operating hours to see some of the amazing artwork by our Elementary students.
The Elementary Spring Art Show will run through April 23, 2024 so don’t miss your opportunity to see some spectacular and creative artwork. The Middle and High School Spring Art Show will take place from May 2-14, 2024 at the Chesapeake Central Library.
Thank you to our art teachers for giving our students the opportunity to showcase their talents and their creativity. 🎨🎉

🇺🇸 April is the Month of the Military Child, providing an opportunity to recognize and honor the service of Virginia’s youngest heroes, over 77,000 military-connected children. Remember to show your support for our military-connected students for the annual “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, by wearing your purple gear! 💜 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School.
We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302


🎧 April is the Month of the Military Child, and we invite you to join us for a special episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast: "Supporting Our Military Families.” 💜 🇺🇸 In this episode, Laura Lerf, one of our Family and Community Engagement Specialists, and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer, the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, share the successful partnership and collaborative resources designed to ease the challenges faced by our military-connected students and families. 🌟 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!


Don't forget to show your support for our military children this week by participating in our spirit week!


🎉 April is here, and it’s time to kick off School Library Month! 📚
Sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians, this month is dedicated to celebrating our incredible school librarians and the vital role of school libraries. Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these devoted professionals who inspire learning and transform our educational journey!


Help us recognize our Military children next week by participating in our spirit week! We can't wait to show our support for these brave students and their families!


🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!


Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024


♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates


❗️ IT’S GO TIME ❗️ Registration is open for our B M Williams Primary Fun Run kicking off on 04/22/2024. This is the first step to help our school reach our fundraising goal this year. Once you’re registered, you have access to all of the fun sharing & donation features to help us raise funds. Features like: ⭐️ The Student Star Video featuring YouTube Trickshot Stars, Dude Perfect! 💬 Easy Email and Texting 🍏 Automatic payment features, like Apple Pay Don’t wait! Head to mybooster.com today. Thanks for your support!


🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates
