🌟 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
🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered.
🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!
Some Kindergarten pre-spring break fun with Mrs. Schauer's students. We don't let the weather stop us from hunting for eggs.
GFE Faculty vs. Student 2024 Basketball Game Revisited
Highlights from our recent 2024 Faculty vs. 5th grade students basketball game.
https://youtu.be/WR21ba_m4os
Kindergarten Information Night
Wednesday, April 17th, 2024
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Grassfield Elementary School
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us as we discuss topics such as online registration, health information, child care resources, freebies and more!
April is the Month of the Military Child so mark your calendars now to wear PURPLE on Wednesday, April 17th in celebration of "Purple Up for Military Kids." This day shows support for military-connected youth.
🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held 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
Are you looking for a place to call home? Join us on April 10, 2024, to discuss the Family Self-Sufficiency Program with the Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority. We will also discuss budgeting your way to home ownership. 🏠
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSHome2024
🎉 National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1–5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's assistant principals the week of March 25-29, 2024. #APWeek24 In collaboration with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators join us in honoring the positive impact our assistant principals have on the success of our schools. Thank you to all of our assistant principals for your countless contributions and commitment to our schools and community! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducators
Some Fun Run memories from last Friday's Fun Run with Mrs. Amos's class.
Mrs. Amos's class fun times at The Virginia Aquarium.
GFE Faculty vs 5th Grade Basketball Game
Grassfield High School
Tonight from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Doors Open at 5:30 p.m.
Tickets sales closed on Sunday, March 17th, but the OSP system will open back up at around 4:00 p.m. this evening. Tickets can ONLY be purchased through the OSP system. NO CASH to purchase tickets will be accepted. The link to the OSP is below and again will be available around 4:00 p.m. You must show proof of purchase at the door either with a hard copy of your receipt or a copy of the receipt on your device.
The OSP link is below. https://osp.osmsinc.com/ChesapeakeVA/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=DD058-484
Relay for Life Committee will be sponsoring a concession stand of light refreshments.
Boosterthon update: We surpassed our goal thanks to you all and your generous spirit.
Our trash is our treasure! Miss Craig’s class had a blast the other day sorting household goods to better understand capacity. Math is everywhere around us!
Mrs. Charlton's class is ready to go tackle those Fun run laps.
Fun Run with Mrs. Benedict's class.
Mrs. Jenkins' class getting into the spirit of this years Fun Run.
Mrs. Phillip's class enjoying their Fun Run day.
Mrs. Voils’ class had a special guest spend the day with them today. Sophia from Mrs. Lassiter’s 5th grade class spent her time helping 3rd graders with reading, writing, math, and even went over the daily math review with the class! Today a 5th grader, tomorrow a teacher!
The Whalen's blasted off at the Fun Run today!
