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FLYING HIGH! โ
Thank you so much to the NAS Oceana Air Show for allowing one student media representative from each of our high schools the opportunity to attend the Blue Angels Media Day. ๐ท Students were escorted to the flight line and had the unique opportunity to interview members of the elite flight exhibition team as they prepared for this weekendโs airshow! #InspireCPS ๐ค
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September is Attendance Awareness Month! ๐
๐ Did you know that by the time students reach 9th grade, good attendance can predict graduation rates better than 8th grade test scores? #AttendanceMattersVA
Learn more: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1232108
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The PSAT will be administered on Wednesday, October 11th. All sophomores (10th grade) will take the test free of charge. Interested 9th and 11th graders have until September 11th to register. The cost is $16 for 9th and 11th graders.
For More information visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/irh/article/1233084
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We will be hosting a One Stop Job Fair on Saturday, September 16th at the School Administration Building (312 Cedar Road) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Applicants can complete applications and fingerprinting on-site.
Apply directly: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
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Are you ๐ for a career in Chesapeake? Plan to attend our webinar on Sept. 20th at 6:30 p.m. with panelists from our school district and the City of Chesapeake! Learn about openings and get tips on the application process!
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSCareers23
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September marks Attendance Awareness Month! ๐
We hope that you are having a great first week of school! Starting as early as kindergarten, a student's attendance plays a vital role in their academic success. By the time they reach 6th grade, chronic absence can become a troubling predictor of potential dropout risks. Remember, achievement begins with showing up! #AttendanceMattersVA
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Did you know that the Chesapeake Public Library has so much more to offer than books? ๐
Join us for a Family Empowerment Webinar on Sept. 14th to learn about free resources including homework help. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSLibrary23
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๐ข Job Opportunity Alert! ๐
Are you passionate about serving nutritious meals to students and making a positive impact on their lives? We want YOU to join our School Nutrition Services team!
๐ Where: Chesapeake Central Library
๐ซ Address: 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
๐๏ธ When: September 14, 2023
๐ Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Don't miss your chance to be a part of our Chesapeake Public Schools Family! Apply today by visiting: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
We canโt wait to see you at the job fair! ๐๐๐ฅช
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Reminder for Families! Your studentโs assigned ๐ bus route information is available on our website, using our Bus Stop Lookup Tool, and in ParentVUE, by selecting โadditional informationโ under โStudent Info.โ In order to create more efficient routes for our drivers and families, the Department of Transportation makes a significant number of route and bus stop changes during the first 3-4 weeks of school. As a result, the School BusHub App may not work for your student until these changes are finalized. We encourage you to check back frequently.
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Welcome #BacktoSchoolVA! ๐
Anticipation is in the air as our Chesapeake School Board eagerly awaits the return of over 40,000 students to our schools on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Hereโs to an incredible #FirstDayCPSVA and a fantastic year ahead! ๐๐
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We're thrilled to announce the new app for Chesapeake Public Schools! ๐
It's everything Chesapeake, in your pocket. ๐ฑ
Download for Android https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3KcIghX
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Back to School Countdown ๐
Looking for a way to celebrate the new school year? Check out these printable #BacktoSchool signs and share your smiles with us using #FirstDayCPSVA. ๐ท
Download and print yours here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/back-to-school
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๐ Our Debut Episode is Here! ๐ง
Exciting news, everyone! We're thrilled to present the INAUGURAL installment of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast! ๐๏ธ Join us as we kick-start this incredible journey.
In this premiere episode, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton shares his educational journey and commitment to guiding students toward their own unique paths. ๐๐ก He also reveals new initiatives and programs for the 2023-2024 school year.
Ready to dive in? Head over to cpschools.com/amplified or your preferred podcast platforms to listen today! #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
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Student schedules and teacher assignments will be available by the end of today! ๐
You will be able to view schedules in ParentVue and StudentVue. Schedules are still subject to change between now and the first day of school. Please check back for updates. If you have any specific scheduling questions, please contact your school directly. While not all requests can be accommodated, school counselors will do their best to provide changes necessary for required academic pathways.
Your teachers canโt wait to meet you! #FirstDayCPSVA ๐
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Get back to school ready! ๐๐ Now is the time to ensure that all of your child's required vaccinations are up-to-date! Vaccines are required to enter kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade. ๐ฉน
We encourage you to review these requirements by visiting the Virginia Department of Health website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/
โ Additional FAQs for families are also available on our website: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/health-policies
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Get back-to-school ready! ๐๐ Now is the time to ensure that all of your child's required vaccinations are up-to-date! Vaccines are required to enter kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade. ๐ฉน
We encourage you to review these requirements by visiting the Virginia Department of Health website: www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/
โ Additional FAQs for families are also available on our website: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/health-policies
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Pre-order/purchase your 2023-2024 Yearbook now for $55.00 at yearbookforever.com
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Our first day of school is Tuesday, September 5, 2023. One of the most important things you can do to be ready for the school year is to complete the Online Student Verification process through your ParentVue account.
The deadline for ALL families to complete this important step is September 29, 2023; however, we encourage you to complete this process before the start of the year to provide updated emergency contact information and to ensure you continue to receive important communication from the school and district.
For more information, please visit: www.cpschools.com/article/1203618
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Mr. Craig Blackman from Indian River High School was recently named the 2023 Virginia History Teacher of the Year by The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. Mr. Blackman is known for continuously looking for ways to make history relevant and exciting for his students.
Mr. Blackman is now in the running for the 2023 National History Teacher of the Year this fall! ๐ See a full list of state winners here: www.gilderlehrman.org/programs-and-events/national-history-teacher-year/2023-state-winners #CPSCelebrates #HTOY2023
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Join us for our next One-Stop Job Fair on August 3, 2023, at the School Administration Building from 10:00 - 4:00. Positions include bus drivers, custodians, school nutrition, information technology, security, and more!
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