Join us in honoring the International Week of the Deaf! ๐โจ Each year, the World Federation of the Deaf dedicates this week to celebrating the resilience of the deaf community including our amazing students and their families. This yearโs theme is โSign up for Sign Language Rights.โ Letโs raise awareness together! ๐ค #IWDP #CPSCelebrates
๐ Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2024/
๐Parents and students are invited to join us as we discuss the transition to high school. Our panelists will give tips on study skills, organization, time management, student activities, and more!
For more info & to register visit, https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=32588709
๐๐We invite our families to a fun night of exploring the many resources that Chesapeake has to offer. We will have food trucks available for families to purchase food and mask crafts for the kids! ๐๐ญ๐ฅ๐ง
๐ปRegister now using the link: tinyurl.com/cpscarnival24
๐ September is Attendance Awareness Month! ๐
๐ FACT: In education, consistent attendance is crucial for academic success. By 6th grade, frequent absences can significantly increase the risk of dropping out. Success starts with being present!
๐ For more information about our attendance guidelines and policies visit https://www.cpschools.com/article/1749912
โผ Remember: #AttendanceMattersVA
๐จJoin us for the Title 1 Job Fair ๐จ
๐ September 19, 2024
โฐ 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
๐ Oscar Smith Middle School
๐ Spread the word and bring your resume!
๐ปFor more information please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/careers
#JoinOurTeam
๐ธJoin us for Sibshops, a program that provides siblings of kids with disabilities with peer support and information. This event is for siblings in grades 2-8 .
๐ป To learn more and to register visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=32588708
๐ซ Itโs almost time to go BACK TO SCHOOL! ๐
๐จ Donโt forget to print your #BacktoSchool signs for the #FirstDayCPSVA
๐ฅDownload yours here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/back-to-school
๐ We canโt wait to see all of our students on Tuesday!
๐ง ๐ We invite you to listen to our latest podcast episode with our Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton! He shares his excitement and how we have prepared for the 2024-2025 school year! ๐Listen today on your favorite podcast platforms and visit https://www.cpschools.com/amplified to learn more about the podcast.
๐ปStart the school year off right- DOWNLOAD OUR APP- and stay informed!๐ฑ
๐ซFamilies who have the CPSCHOOLSVA App are the first to get notified about school and district news and important reminders! ๐
๐For more information visit our website at https://www.cpschools.com/page/mobile-app
๐ค Only 7 days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
GET IN THE GAME WITH GoFan! ๐๐๐
๐๏ธAll tickets for middle and high school athletic events must be purchased online. GoFan offers mobile tickets for ALL middle and high school gamesโhome and away. Annual passes are also available, giving you access to any regular season game in Chesapeake. Buying tickets online allows fans to easily access and share them via email or text, skipping the lines. ๐
Got questions ? We've got answers!
๐ปVisit our website for details or to purchase tickets today: https://www.cpschools.com/page/athletics-student-activities
๐คOnly 12 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
๐ฅ๏ธ Our student handbook is now available on our website! Visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/handbooks
๐ When you log into your ParentVue account, you'll be asked to review and acknowledge receipt of this important document.
๐คOnly 13 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
๐ฉบ We are working with the Chesapeake Health Department to offer another immunization clinic tomorrow to rising 7th and 12th graders who still need to meet state vaccination requirements.
๐ค Who: Any rising 7th or 12 graders in our district
๐ When: Wednesday, August 21st
๐ Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
๐ Where: Oscar Smith High School, 1994 Tiger Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23320
๐ For more information and to register, visit https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31468474
๐คOnly 14 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
๐จ It's that time of year again! ๐จ
๐As the school year kicks off, all families need to complete the online student verification process. ๐
This quick process through your ParentVUE account lets you review and update your contact and opt-out information, designate emergency contacts, and more.
๐ฏ Take Action Today so you donโt miss any important updates from the school or the district.
๐ฅ๏ธFor more information, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1203618
๐คOnly 15 Days until the #FirstDayCPSVA
๐ถ๐พโโ๏ธ Walk-In Wednesdays Are Here! ๐ถโโ๏ธ
Looking for a rewarding career? Chesapeake Public Schools invites you to join us for Walk-In Wednesdays! ๐
๐ When: Every Wednesday from August 21st through September 25th
๐Time: 11 AM - 2 PM
๐ Where: School Administration Building located at 1421 Kristina Way
We're hiring for several key positions, including:
๐ Bus Drivers: $22.16 per hour
๐ School Nutrition Workers: $15.00 per hour
๐งน Custodians: $15.00 per hour
๐ Substitute Teachers: $15.00 per hour
No appointment neededโjust walk in and apply! This is your chance to make a difference in our community and help shape the future of our students.
See you there! ๐#WalkInWednesdays #JoinOurTeam
๐Chesapeake Public Schools will offer free physical exams for uninsured CPS students on August 30th at Oscar Smith Middle School from 8:00 am -3:00 pm. Registration is required. ๐
*No Sports Physicals*
You are invited to our School Plants Job Fair at Oscar Smith Middle School on August 8, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
We are hiring!
โญ HVAC technicians
โญ Plumbers
โญ Carpenters
โญ Electricians
โญ Groundskeepers
โญ Painters
Or apply directly online: HTTP://cpschools.com/jobs
๐ข We're Hiring!! ๐ข
๐Join our fun and dedicated School Nutrition Services Team! ๐
Positions include:
๐ Warehouse Workers
๐ School Nutrition workers
๐ Lunchroom Monitors
๐ Delivery Drivers
๐ And More!
๐ฒ Visit http://cpschools.com/jobs to apply
๐ Join us for this free event and let us help you get ready for the 2024-2025 school year
๐ Pre-registration for immunizations and school entry physicals is required
๐Visit https://www.cpschools.com/article/1667336 for more information and to register
See you there!
Our schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. ๐บ๐ธ
View our full calendar on our website: https://www.cpschools.com/events
#CPSCelebrates
๐๐ฒ The Virginia SUN bucks program offers a one-time benefit of $120 for grocery purchases to each school-age child that meets the program requirements. To learn more about these benefits or to apply, visit: https://virginiasunbucks.com/
As a reminder, we are participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children at select sites without charge on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit our website for details: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1631178