The Elementary Spring Art Show is currently underway at the Chesapeake Central Library! Visit the library during operating hours to see some of the amazing artwork by our Elementary students. The Elementary Spring Art Show will run through April 23, 2024 so don’t miss your opportunity to see some spectacular and creative artwork. The Middle and High School Spring Art Show will take place from May 2-14, 2024 at the Chesapeake Central Library. Thank you to our art teachers for giving our students the opportunity to showcase their talents and their creativity. 🎨🎉
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🇺🇸 April is the Month of the Military Child, providing an opportunity to recognize and honor the service of Virginia’s youngest heroes, over 77,000 military-connected children. Remember to show your support for our military-connected students for the annual “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, by wearing your purple gear! 💜 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
#PurpleUpVA Virginia Department of Education April 17, 2024
🎧 April is the Month of the Military Child, and we invite you to join us for a special episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast: "Supporting Our Military Families.” 💜 🇺🇸 In this episode, Laura Lerf, one of our Family and Community Engagement Specialists, and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer, the Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, share the successful partnership and collaborative resources designed to ease the challenges faced by our military-connected students and families. 🌟 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Supporting Our Military Families with Laura Lerf and Captain Matt Frauenzimmer.  Episode 10. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Profile pictures of Laura and Matt smiling.
🎉 April is here, and it’s time to kick off School Library Month! 📚 Sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians, this month is dedicated to celebrating our incredible school librarians and the vital role of school libraries. Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to these devoted professionals who inspire learning and transform our educational journey!
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
AASL April is School Library Month www.ala.org/aasl/slm April 2024. Chesapeake Public Schools. For logos of a light bulb, pencil and paintbrush, a hand holding a light bulb, and a book with a plant growing out of it.
🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate April as Occupational Therapy Month! Join us and the American Occupational Therapy Association as we honor the dedicated occupational therapists and the impactful differences they make every day. Together, let's celebrate how occupational therapy brings possibilities to life!
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Occupational Therapy #OTMonth Advancing Health, Well-Being, and Quality of Life. AOTA American Occupational Therapy Association. Chesapeake Public Schools. Two hands in green and yellow holding a heart.
♾ April is Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 Join us as we celebrate the 5th year of the theme "Celebrate Differences." Let's come together to raise awareness, promote autism acceptance, and celebrate the unique differences of every individual. Together, we can foster inclusivity and connectedness, and support children with autism and their families. It's a time to honor their unique perspectives and help each child reach their full potential. 💙 #CelebrateDifferences #CPSCelebrates
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
National Autism Acceptance Month with an infinity symbol in the color of a rainbow. April 2024. Chesapeake Public Schools
Our annual Operation Military Families event will be held on Saturday, April 27th, at Indian River High! Take free family 📷's, enjoy a performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quintet and dinner. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSMilitaryFamily2024
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Operation Military Families - April 27 at Indian River High School
🌟 April marks National Arab American Heritage Month! Join us in honoring the rich history, culture, and immeasurable contributions of Arab Americans to our nation. It's a time to celebrate diversity, combat prejudice, and foster understanding. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the richness of Arab American heritage. #CPSCelebrates
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Arab American Heritage Month April 2024. Chesapeake Public Schools
🇺🇸 Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Military Community and Family of Policy, April is designated the Month of the Military Child. It is a time to applaud military families and their children for the sacrifices and the challenges they overcome each day. Here in Virginia, we are proud to be home to the United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, United States Space Force, and The National Guard and Reserve families. #CPSCelebrates 💜 Don’t forget to wear purple on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in celebration of “Purple Up! For Military Kids” day. The day pays tribute to the sacrifices of the members of our military community and their families. 👉 Save the date for our annual Operation Military Families event! ❤🤍💙 It will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Indian River High School. We can’t wait to see you there! More details can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?start_date=2024-04-01&end_date=2024-04-30&id=27097302
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Month of the Military Child. April 2024. Purple Dandelion, student holding her parents hand, smiling and waving holding a United States flag. The parent is in uniform. American flag in the background.
🔍 We are looking for citizens interested in applying to participate in one of our advisory committees! Each advisory committee works in one of the following areas: career and technical education, gifted education, school health, special education, and Title I programming. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2024, to be considered. 🔗 Visit: https://tinyurl.com/4vp9whvk for more details and to apply!
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Citizen Advisory Committees Chesapeake Public Schools
Are you looking for a place to call home? Join us on April 10, 2024, to discuss the Family Self-Sufficiency Program with the Chesapeake Redevelopment & Housing Authority. We will also discuss budgeting your way to home ownership. 🏠 Register at: http://tinyurl.com/CPSHome2024
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Place to Call Home - Family Webinar
Second grade finished their literacy month author study on Ezra Jack Keats with an exciting breakout box experience created by Mrs. Wilfong. Students used their phonics, comprehension, and math skills to solve the clues and find out what Peter would do on his next snowy day.
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
students working together at a table
students working together at a table
students working together at a table
students working together at a table
In honor of Literacy Month, student authors shared texts they wrote on the morning announcements. We enjoyed a variety of fiction and nonfiction books written by our very own little bruins!
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
three children holding papers
two children holding papers
two children holding texts
boy holding paper
Our first group of students selected to be part of the Bruin Brigade. They are respectful, responsible, and safe! Keep Walking in Bruin Pride!
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
students with adult security
students with adult security
🎉 National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1–5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's assistant principals the week of March 25-29, 2024. #APWeek24 In collaboration with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators join us in honoring the positive impact our assistant principals have on the success of our schools. Thank you to all of our assistant principals for your countless contributions and commitment to our schools and community! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates #ElevateEducators
about 1 year ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Assistant Principals Week is celebrated nationally the week of April 1-5, 2024. Since this coincides with our district's spring break holiday, we are observing and celebrating our district's Assistant Principals the week of March 25-2029, 2024. Thank you to all of our assistant principals! #APWeek24 Seven assistant principals smiling.
Mrs. Hoy's class recently designed marble mazes with many twists, turns and traps. They are amazing engineers!
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
student holding plate
student holding plate
student holding plate
student holding plate
Some of our second grade classes got to see (and taste) a rainbow with a fun STEM activity using warm water and Skittles. They discussed how the warm water dissolves the colorful candy coating and the colors mix to create new colors.
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
students with their experiment
students smiling with colorful plates
two plates with colors
students smiling with their plates
colorful rainbows
colorful candy rainbow
colorful candy rainbow
Our second graders made goods to sell at their economics store last week. Learning through experiences!
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
two girls holding a craft
children and teacher across the table
children and teacher across the table
two teachers talking to children
Those sneaky leprechauns won't get past Ms. Kravchak's class! Today the class visited the maker space to build some leprechaun traps before St. Patrick's Day.
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
children working together with craft items
children working with cardboard
children working to make a trap
children with glue and tape
children working together on craft
children working together
children with craft items
Mr. Fanny's Second Grade Art Students are celebrating "Music in Our School Month"- They created caricatures of students "singing" their favorite tunes.
about 1 year ago, Western Branch Primary
artwork of child singing
artwork of child singing
artwork of child singing
artwork of child singing