Join our team! Our next job fair will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023, from 9-11 a.m. at the Chesapeake Central Library
We are looking for:
School Nutrition Workers
Custodians
Bus Drivers
Groundskeepers
Painters
You can also apply online: cpschools.com/human-resources/employment-opportunities/
It’s the FINAL NIGHT before our Southwestern Elem Fun Run on 10/11/2023!
Here are a few reminders before your student(s) participate in the big event:
😴Have your student(s) get a good night’s rest. Our event will be about 30 minutes of movement.
👟Make sure your student(s) wear appropriate foot and clothing attire to move and groove.
❗️Log final donations TODAY on MYBOOSTER.COM ❗️
Thanks for your continued support of our school. We’re excited for our Southwestern Elem Fun Run!
We spoke with several of our employees to find out why they decided to call Chesapeake Public Schools home.🏫 🍎
🎥 Click here to see what sets Chesapeake Public Schools apart, and what motivated them to join our Chesapeake Public Schools family: https://youtu.be/x-SaBsPGTI4?si=REhHgCS8EXN_0oLQ
👉 If you are interested in joining our team, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities/
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy created National School Lunch Week (NSLW) to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child’s life and the impact it has inside and outside of the classroom. 🍴
This week, we offer special thanks to our School Nutrition staff who work hard daily to ensure our students are fueled for school! Level Up With School Lunch! 🎮⬆
#NSLW23 #CPSCelebrates
🏫 Earlier this week, community and school leaders attended the first Superintendent's Community Engagement Council meeting of the school year. It was an opportunity to collaborate and share ideas, especially focusing on our commitment to school safety and security initiatives across the district. 🛡
We're thrilled to see such dedication and enthusiasm from our community members. Your input is invaluable in helping us maintain a positive, safe and secure learning environment for our students. 📚🔒 We also would like to extend a special thank you to Damuth Trane for sponsoring the event! #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS
Yesterday SWE celebrated Community Hero Day. Faculty and Staff wore aprons to honor and remember our Community Hero Mrs. Christie Bradshaw! 💙💛🧸
Just a reminder that Friday, October 6, 2023, is a Teacher Workday for all Elementary Schools ONLY. There will be no school for students enrolled in grades Pre-K-5.
Visit our full calendar on our website: cpschools.com/calendar
🚨 FREE GIFT ALERT 🚨
Our students are having a blast during our Southwestern Elem Fun Run fundraiser, and we’re on our way to reaching our goal of $25,000!
Did you know in our Southwestern Elem Fun Run fundraiser we have EXCLUSIVE Dude Perfect collectible keychains?! 🤯 When you register your student at MYBOOSTER.COM, they’ll get their keychain the very next day!
The best part? It’s a 🤫 mystery 🤫 which one you’ll get!
What are you waiting for! Register TODAY at MYBOOSTER.COM to get yours and learn how you could earn the entire collection along with other exclusive Dude Perfect prizes!
SWE students and staff are enjoying homecoming spirit week! Don’t forget tomorrow is Community Hero Day and Thursday is Bruin Hero Day!
During the month of October, we join schools across the Commonwealth and the country to celebrate Disability History and Awareness Month. Join us as we celebrate the important contributions of individuals with disabilities to our schools and community. #CPSCelebrates
Have you completed your student verification?
⚠ IMPORTANT REMINDER: All families should complete the Online Student Verification process by this FRIDAY! More information is available on our website: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1203618
Join us for Spirit Week next week:
Monday 10/2: Super Hero Day
Tuesday 10/3: American Hero Day
Wednesday 10/4: Community Hero Day
Thursday 10/5: Bruin Hero Day
Friday 10/6: Elementary Teacher Workday, No School for Students. Western Branch High School Homecoming Parade at 5:00!
Math Matters: Supporting Math at Home (Elementary Families Webinar)
Parents and guardians will learn to develop strategies for supporting students with math concepts and skills and learn to incorporate math instruction into daily activities. 🧮➕➗
October 12, 2023 @ 6:30 p.m.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/elementarymathmatters
Join us as we discuss our newest learning management system, Canvas. Parents will learn how to navigate their child’s course schedule, assignments, and upcoming events. We will also discuss the Canvas Parent app and how to gain access as a parent observer. Canvas replaced Schoology this year.
You can learn more on our website: www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/teaching-learning-instructional-resources-technology
Register to attend this webinar: http://tinyurl.com/CPSCanvas23
Just 1️⃣ week until kick off for our Southwestern Elem Fun Run! You can get a head start by registering your student and donating TODAY to help our school.
Once on mybooster.com, you’ll be able to use cool features like the Student Star Video and share your donation page to earn entries into the Disney Family Trip Giveaway.
Head to MYBOOSTER.COM now to register, share, and give. Thank you for your support!
🎙Episode 2 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast is now available! September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we have something special for you! 🎧
Join us as we feature Kiera Whiteman, a high school senior and SCA president at Deep Creek High School. She'll give you a peek into the life of a multitasking senior, juggling everything from Scholastic Bowl 🧠 to raising chickens 🐔. Plus, she'll share her top three "nuggets" of advice for incoming high school students. 💡
But that's not all! We also spoke with Yvette Lagares from the Office of Student Enrollment and Attendance. Yvette shares the crucial role of attendance in student success and how it shapes future adults. 🌟 #AttendanceMattersVA #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS
Don't miss this enlightening and inspiring episode! Tune in today: https://amplifiedcps.buzzsprout.com/2223611/13635528
Due to inclement weather, all after-school activities for today, September 22, 2023, must conclude by 5:00 p.m., including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club. All activities on Saturday, September 23, 2023, are canceled.
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
Reminder T-Shirt orders are due by September 29th! Cash or check only! Contact your teacher or the main office if you need a form!
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
