If you are interested in learning more about our Chesapeake Virtual Academy, plan to join us for an upcoming webinar on Jan. 17th as we explore learning opportunities, expectations, and requirements for students and families. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CVA2024
Come see some amazing student art at Zeke's Beans and Bowls, 517 Kempsville Road, all January!!
Our next One-Stop Job Fair will be held on January 10th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the School Administration Building. We are looking for teachers, bus drivers, school nutrition services, custodians, and more. Or you can always apply directly online: https://www.cpschools.com
Rising 9th Grade Information Night is ONE WEEK from today!! Don't miss out on this chance to learn everything you need to know about starting high school next year!!
Join the Chesapeake Career Center to learn more about the application process for next school year at their Open House on January 11, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. Tour the building, see programs in action, and hear from current students.
See a full list of course offerings and requirements online: https://www.cpschools.com/o/ccc/page/course-offerings
Smith Basketball wins the George Long Holiday Tournament. All tournament team:
Ulysses Young (MVP) - Oscar Smith
Jacob Harper - Oscar Smith
Cam Walters - Oscar Smith
Carlton Young - Wakefield
Kevin McLinton Jr. - Wakefield
Mr Glover's class had an Exhibition Showcase where students demonstrate how IB Theory of Knowledge manifests in real world scenarios.
Ms McDougall and Ms Stedman are in the holiday mood and enjoying Spirit Week!!
Special thanks to Daisy, #Smith's official therapy dog and library mascot, who completed her final work day today. Good luck in retirement, Daisy!!
Congrats to our door decorating winners: Ms Cearley, Ms Fox, and Ms Rush!!
🎉 Join us in celebrating the International Baccalaureate Class of 2023 from Oscar F. Smith High School! 🎓
🌟 Today marked their return for the IB Diploma and Certificate Award Ceremony. These students, who have already stepped into their new chapter, are equipped with the knowledge and skills to positively impact the world thanks to their four years as Tigers. Congratulations! 🐯 💛 💙
#Smith students getting a dose of "reality" as they budget their way through life in the Reality Store!
Come out to see #Smith student art on display at Zeke's Beans and Bowls on Kempsville Rd all month!!
Rising 9th Grade Information Night is Jan 10th!! Be sure to mark your calendar to attend with your current 8th grader!!
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP (formerly known as “Food Stamps”) provides eligible households with food benefits.
Students in households that receive SNAP are also eligible for meals at no cost at school. Students who have access to SNAP are more likely to be in good health and miss less school. Many households may not be aware they qualify. To learn more and to apply, visit https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/snap.cgi
UPDATED LOCATION!! Our Winter Art Show tonight will be held in the Theater Foyer, directly next to the gym. You can expect amazing art and light refreshments. The show is free and open to the public from 4-7:30 tonight. An Art Calendar and Pottery will be for sale.
Five of our high schools were awarded top honors from W!SE! W!SE is dedicated to improving economic mobility through programs that develop financial literacy and readiness for college and careers.
⭐ Grassfield High School (Platinum Star)
⭐ Hickory High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Deep Creek High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Western Branch High School (Blue Star)
In addition, 20 of our teachers, representing all 7 high schools, were named Gold Star Teachers ⭐ for earning a 93% pass rate in at least one of their classes in either the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test administration.
Winter Choral Concert at Smith!
Our Smith Scholastic Bowl Team continued their undefeated season defeating a tough Great Bridge team 230-185!! Great job Coach Wyche and the team!!
The Virginia Board of Education will be in Chesapeake Wednesday, December 13 as an opportunity for Virginians to learn more about new accountability measurements and discuss their expectations for the upcoming accountability measurements.
Register here: https://ow.ly/CpGS50Qgt7B
