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Children develop a life-long love of reading when they have access to a variety of materials and creative ways to read. 📚 Join us on February 1st at 6:30 p.m. to find fun ways to incorporate reading at home.
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/WaystoRaiseaReader
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In honor of Virginia Principals Week, we want to show our love and support for our principal, Dr. Dace. Thank you for making Rena B. Wright a wonderful place for our students to learn and our staff to work!
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🏫✨ It’s #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek and we invite you to a heartfelt tribute to our educational leaders in our latest podcast episode! 🎧 🎙
🌟 Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Chesapeake Public Schools' finest, Mr. Paul Joseph, principal of Oscar Smith High, and Dr. Michelle Ferebee, principal of Deep Creek Elementary. Join us in honoring their incredible stories and the unyielding commitment and passion they bring to their roles, enriching the lives of students and setting a standard for educational leadership. #ThanksCPSPrincipals #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
👉 You can listen at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on your favorite podcast platforms!
![Principles From Our Principals with Mr. Paul Joseph and Dr. Michelle Ferebee. Episode 6 Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Pictures of the Mr. Joseph and Dr. Ferebee smiling.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6620850/large_Episode_6.png)
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🌍 Our Book Blast event starts next week to build our students' home libraries. Follow the steps on the Treasure Map coming home next week to embark on an epic quest to earn exciting prizes and books. 🗺️🌟
@go.booksarefun #bookblastadventures
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🎉 Celebrating Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week! 🏫
From January 14 - 20, 2024, join us by taking a moment to honor and appreciate the incredible dedication of our Chesapeake Public Schools principals! Thank you for your unwavering leadership, commitment, and the positive impact you make on our students, staff, and community every day.🌟#VASchoolPrincipalsWeek #ThanksCPSPrincipals 🍎📚 #CPSCelebrates
![Chesapeake Public Schools Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week January 14-20, 2024. Two silver stars, blue background and 49 principals smiling.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6629597/large_2024_VA_SCHOOL_PRINCIPALS_WEEK.png)
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Thank you to the anonymous donor today for providing Chick Fil A biscuits and juices to our staff! It was a wonderful treat to round out the week.
![Mrs. Hannah receiving her biscuit](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6663110/large_photo1705097209613.jpg)
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Congratulations to our Reading Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Steadman! She was selected as the Chesapeake City-wide Literacy Teacher of the Year by the Chesapeake VSLA Chapter. She works hard to instill a love of reading in all of our Tiny Tiger students and staff!
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Our next Leveling Up Attendance Celebration and Bike Raffle is January 25th so make sure your child attends school every day so we can see them there!
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Learn more about transition planning to prepare students with disabilities for after high school on Jan. 18th at 6:30 p.m. Join VA Department of Aging and Rehabilitation Services as they share more information on their services.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/DARS101
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Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 9, 2024, are canceled, including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club.
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and get important updates, events and more!
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
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Join us as we partner with the YMCA and Chesapeake Parks, Rec, and Tourism for this webinar about all things active on Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m. 🌞
Learn about summer activities, camps, childcare, sports programs, and more! 🏈🎨
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/UnlockingSummerFun
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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
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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
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Sibshops are Back! Siblings of children with special needs in grades 2-8 are invited to attend a night of stories, crafts, and games on Jan. 10th at Butts Road Primary from 5:30-7 p.m. Registration is required: http://tinyurl.com/CPSSIBS23
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We hope everyone had a great Winter Break and we can't wait to see you back tomorrow! Remember to pack those school IDs and get a good night's sleep.
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RBW Staff have been spoiled this week with treats, lunch and some fun games by our school principal, Dr. Dace and assistant principal Mr. Jones, PTA and many Community Partners!
![Staff enjoying a holiday meal together](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6496236/large_20231218_111946.jpg)
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We hope everyone has a safe and fun Winter Break! We will see you back on January 2nd!
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RBW students celebrated meeting their first attendance goal today with an AttenDANCE party, and our first two bikes were raffled off. Our winners are so excited to have new bikes and helmets!
![Dr. Dance and Mr. Jones with our raffle winners.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6462097/large_photo1702682286123.jpg)
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Thank you to the Kwanis Club for stopping by with beautiful poinsettas for all the staff today!
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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
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