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Don't forget our CVA family fun night is tomorrow at Indian River Middle School! We hope to see you there!
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🥇 May 6-10, 2024 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and our teachers are “Gold Medal Educators!” #CPSTAW24
👉 📝 Join us in “honoring our champions” in teaching by visiting https://www.cpschools.com/article/1579472. Once there, you can send a “gold medal message” to a teacher who has helped shape your (or your child’s) future or remind them of a gold-medal moment that mattered to you! The message will be delivered with care to your teacher and could also be featured on our website or social media channels! #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducatorsVA
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Between preparing healthy meals for students, adhering to nutrition standards, navigating food allergies, and offering service with a smile, our school nutrition professionals are true heroes. 🍕🌮🥛🍇
School Lunch Hero Day is a chance to showcase the difference school nutrition professionals make for every child who comes through the cafeteria. Please be sure to thank your favorite School Lunch Hero today! #CPSCelebrates
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Our next Sibshops will be held on May 8, 2024, at Portlock Primary School. This event is free for siblings (brothers and sisters of children with special needs) in grades 2-8 only. Light dinner will be provided.
Learn more and register: www.cpschools.com/sibshops
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Have you had a CVA teacher who has made a difference in your learning? Thank them by filling out the form below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNOzALUxSIbMYRM8VQw2M9DBwIZ5i3G4Srm6noDtK7XZeMAA/viewform
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🎉 Join us in celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! We encourage you to take some time to honor the incredible culture, history, and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans throughout May. Learn more about Asian Pacific Heritage Month and Asian Pacific Virginians here: http://www.virginia.gov/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month
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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
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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
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Join us on May 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the transition to middle school. Our panelists are school staff members who will give tips on study skills, organization, time management, extracurriculars and more!
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMiddleSchool2024
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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
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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.
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Step into our curated gallery showcasing artwork from high school Art, Ceramics and Drawing students at Chesapeake Virtual Academy. Their incredible talent and creativity will blow you away! (This exhibit is in conjunction with the Chesapeake Public Schools Secondary Art Show). -Special thanks to Ms. Grieff!
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Save the date for another CVA night of family fun on May 8, 2024! We hope to see you there!
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Get ready to show your school spirit, because Spirit Week is just around the corner! Monday, April 22-26 we're kicking off a week full of fun in support of our military families & community! We can't wait to see what you wear! Don't forget to tag us in your pictures!
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🇺🇸 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
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🎧 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!
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🎉 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!
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Reminder: Today is the last day to order your CVA apparel! We cannot wait to see you show your CVA spirit!
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🎉 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!
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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
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