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As we celebrate Attendance Awareness Month, it's important to note that attendance is a school quality indicator and a factor in the accreditation process. 🎓💯
It's one of the many reasons that #AttendanceMattersVA!
Read more: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1232108
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Thank you to all the families that made it out for Open House! We look forward to working together to make your child's school year a success.
![Rena B. Wright Primary Families attending Open House Presentations](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/5298186/large_8b71YtvaQQQJ_7ueajdt6w.jpeg)
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A strong set of skills and talents is needed to fill the shoes of an Information Technology Professional. We are very fortunate to have a team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our students and staff connected. Today is a great day to thank your school’s IT professionals!
Happy IT Professionals Day! #CPSCelebrates
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Join us as we bring our diverse community together for a night of Multicultural Family Fun! The event includes food, performances, activities, and more!
When: October 5, 2023 (6:00 - 7:30 p.m.)
Where: Deep Creek High School
Register: http://tinyurl.com/CPSmulticultural23
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Join us in celebrating the International Week of the Deaf.
Annually recognized by the World Federation of the Deaf Ry, this week is a time to recognize the strength and endurance of our deaf community including our students and their families. This year's theme is "A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere" #IWDP2023 #CPSCelebrates
Learn more: https://wfdeaf.org/iwdeaf2023/
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Parents: Don't forget about OPEN HOUSE and our Annual Title I Meeting on Monday, September 18th.
ESCE, CPI, & 1st 5:00-5:45 pm
Kindergarten & 2nd: 6:00-6:45 pm
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We have wrapped up week 2 here at RBW! Our students enjoyed participating in Morning Meeting with their new teachers and classmates this week.
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We want you to join our Division of Technology Innovation! 💻
Current opportunities include:
💻 Technology Support Specialist
💻 Application Systems Analyst
💻 Web Developer
Visit our website to apply: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
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National #HispanicHeritageMonth is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. Join us this month as we recognize and celebrate the impact and influence of our Hispanic students and their families on our community. #CPSCelebrates
Learn more: https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/about.html
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Mrs. Greene's 2nd grade class using pattern blocks to make symmetrical pictures.
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Students in Ms. Meehan's 2nd grade class practicing finding lines of symmetry.
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September is Attendance Awareness Month! 📅🍎 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
![Attendance Works: Attend today, Achieve Tomorrow.](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/5210650/large_W4Ny5_JOeEG_9yO0Ygmz2g.png)
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Check out our awesome bulletin boards created by Dr. Dace and Mrs. Steadman. RBW students and staff are ready to get their GAME ON!
![Bulletin Board: I can control my body, mouth, thoughts, hands and feet.](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/5177292/large_photo1694200069334.jpg)
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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 👀 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! 🍎
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? 📚
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
![More than books: Exploring Library Resources. Join us as we explore many of the free resources that the Chesapeake Public Library has to offer including FREE online access to Homework Help. Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.](https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/chesapeake_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/5145971/large_F3vZ2P6T1vmd8DpBfc-oyQ.png)
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📢 Job Opportunity Alert! 🍎
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!
📍 Where: Chesapeake Central Library
🏫 Address: 298 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
🗓️ When: September 14, 2023
🕙 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 can’t wait to see you at the job fair! 🍏📚🥪
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Reminder for Families! Your student’s assigned 🚍 bus route information is available on our website, using our Bus Stop Lookup Tool, and in ParentVUE, by selecting “additional information” under “Student Info.” 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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