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We're thrilled to announce the new app for Chesapeake Public Schools! 🎉 It's everything Chesapeake, in your pocket. 📱 Download for Android: bit.ly/44UPkHQ Download for iPhone: apple.co/3KcIghX

We are proud to celebrate Melodie Surratt of Deep Creek Middle School, recently named the @VDOE_News 2026 Computer Science Champion for Grades 6–8. Her work reflects Virginia’s CS standards and inspires future-ready learning across our schools! #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates

This morning, Dr. Jared Cotton’s Superintendent’s Community Engagement Council featured highlights from the annual Teen Summit event shared by Mrs. Andrea Vail and Addison Mawyer @Gbhwildcats, along with recruitment initiative updates from Mr. Michael Bailey and Mrs. Mindy Green.

ast Friday, middle & high schoolers from Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs (SECEP) held their annual food drive! 🥫 At House of Blessing/Harvest Assembly Church, students sorted tons of donations. Thanks to our SECEP teachers for leading this! #CPSCelebrates #SECEP

Congrats to our students at the WHRO Great Computer Challenge! 🏆 Thurgood Marshall ES 🐯 -Superior: Coding (L1) -1st: Presentations (L2) Great Bridge Intermediate 😺 -1st: Graphic Design (L2) -2nd: Video Editing (L2) -2nd: Coding (L2) Well done to our teams & coaches! 💻

It’s Custodial Staff Recognition Week, and we’re highlighting the hardworking individuals who keep our schools looking good. They may work behind the scenes, but their impact is seen everyday. Join us in saying THANK YOU! 🧹❤️ #CPSCelebrates

Last week, we celebrated the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools during our district retirement ceremony! Congratulations!💙✨#CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS 📸 photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7… 📖 canva.link/cpsretirement2… 🎥 youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZg

🩺 Celebrating our Nurses of the Year! We’re so proud of this dream team keeping our students healthy & safe. Congrats to: 🏆 Ashley Pugh (GRM) – School Nurse of the Year 🌟 Shelby Fernan (Float) – Rookie Nurse of the Year 💙 Kelly Carroll (CRE) – Clinic Assistant of the Year

Don’t miss the impressive talent at our Secondary Spring Art Show! - TCC Chesapeake (Cedar Rd) thru May 13 - Weekdays: 9 AM - 8 PM - Academic & George Pass Buildings See the incredible work of our middle & high schoolers! Details: cpschools.com/events?id=5504…

Celebrating National Speech, Language, and Hearing Month 💬👂 This May, we recognize the Speech-Language Pathologists, Interpreters, and Audiologists who work daily to ensure every student has the tools to express themselves and succeed.

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and it's clear we love our teachers to the moon and back! 🌙 Show your appreciation with a note, gift card, or kind word, It means the world to them. Send a message to a teacher here: cpschools.com/article/2843125 ✨ #CPSTAW26

Congrats to @IndianRiverMid1!👏 The Braves have revalidated as an @AVID4College National Demonstration School, and one of only FOUR in Virginia! A true reflection of dedication, determination, and excellence. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS

🌏 Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month This May, we proudly recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We honor the rich history, diverse cultures, and incredible contributions of the AAPI community within our schools and beyond. #CPSCelebrates

Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month! This May, we celebrate the rich history and vital contributions of the Jewish community. We are proud to honor the culture and achievements that strengthen our schools and district. Join us in celebrating our diverse heritage!

Today, we proudly recognize School Lunch Hero Day. Every day, our dedicated nutrition professionals ensure students are well-fed and ready to learn. 🍎🍽️ To our school nutrition team: Thank you for your service and for fueling the success of our students .🙌

We are proud to announce that two of our students had their artwork showcased at the Virginia School Board Association’s Regional Spring Networking Forum! Congratulations to: Roslyn Caldwell | Jolliff Middle School Andie Hooper | Hickory High School #CPSCelebrates #VSBA

Yesterday, Chesapeake Career Center students delivered 2 custom benches and a sign to the Chesapeake Humane Society. 🐶😺 Welding students designed & constructed the frames, and the Collision Repair students painted them. The result is a beautiful showcase of teamwork!

Thank you to all the students and families who attended our Spring College Fair last night at Indian River High! It was a fantastic evening filled with great conversations and valuable connections. We hope everyone walked away feeling inspired for the next step.

We are proud to announce that Chittum Elementary Principal, Bridget Outlaw has been recognized by the VDOE as a Principal of Distinction! To read more about this award, visit: doe.virginia.gov/Home/Component… Congratulations Principal Outlaw! 👏

Last Saturday, the Jolliff Middle School family gathered to celebrate its 25th Anniversary! ✨ This event welcomed back former principals, retired staff, and alumni from the last two and a half decades. Thank you to everyone who joined us to honor Jolliff history!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today (and every day), we’re celebrating the amazing people who keep our schools and offices running smoothly. 🙌 We are so lucky to have you! 🍀#CPSCelebrates #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay