Chesapeake Public Schools

Be a part of our Chesapeake Public Schools family! We are hosting a ONE STOP Job Fair for classified positions! #EmpowerCPS 📅 December 10, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11 AM - 2 PM 📍 School Administration Building: 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320 💼 Positions Available: Bus Drivers School Nutrition Workers Custodians Substitute Teachers 📋 What to Bring: Two forms of ID (required for all positions) Copy of transcripts (required for substitute teachers) ✨ Full-Time Position Benefits Include: Health & Dental Insurance CPS Employee Wellness Center CPS Pharmacy Retirement Benefits ❗Don't miss this opportunity to join the Chesapeake Public Schools team! We look forward to meeting you at the job fair. 💻 To learn more about this job fair and explore additional career opportunities with Chesapeake Public Schools, visit our Careers page at: https://lnkd.in/eHPzJX7b

🎉Last Friday, the Chesapeake School Board met with members of the Chesapeake Delegation from the Virginia General Assembly to celebrate the achievements of our students and discuss key legislative priorities. Through their continued partnership and advocacy, we are making meaningful progress toward enhancing the Chesapeake Career Center and expanding opportunities for all learners across our division. #EmpowerCPS

The holiday season can bring both joy and stress for families. 🎙 In our latest Amplified podcast episode, Lisa Kerry, from our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) team, and Nischelle Buffalow, from Buffalow Family & Friends, discuss our amazing partnership and available resources that provide support to our families, especially during this holiday season. 🎧 🔊 Their message is powerful: "Reaching out is a sign of strength." We are grateful for the ongoing collaboration that uplifts students and families across our community. Listen to the full episode here at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS

Congratulations to Heartland Construction on their multiple construction awards! We've been lucky to work with them on several building and renovation projects. This recognition is well-deserved!

🌟 Meet our October Power of the Peake winners! Each month, we shine a spotlight on three employees who go above and beyond - inspiring colleagues, supporting students, and leading with purpose: SUPPORT: Rolanda Murry-Hall - ISS Coordinator - Oscar Smith Middle TEACH: Ernie Stokes - Butts Road Intermediate LEAD: Deana Otwell-Clinton - Supervisor of English Language Learners 👏 Congratulations to these outstanding individuals! We appreciate your hard work and dedication! 💻 Learn more about this month’s winners or submit a nomination: https://lnkd.in/epsBMnyC #PowerOfThePeake #CPSCelebrates

Today, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton announced his intention to retire, effective July 1, 2026. Since 2018, Dr. Cotton has transformed our school district through his Empower 2025 strategic plan, leading to pass rates exceeding state averages and increased graduation rates. His legacy includes expanding career and technical education programs, launching the Chesapeake Virtual Academy, and establishing strong school and community partnerships. “Dr. Cotton has led Chesapeake Public Schools with integrity, compassion, and a relentless focus on what matters most, our students,” said School Board Chair Angela Swygert.  Under his leadership, we became the first Virginia school division with 100% Purple Star-certified schools, earned national awards for workforce innovation and communications, and strengthened family engagement. “Serving Chesapeake Public Schools has been the honor of my career,” said Dr. Cotton. “Together, we have achieved incredible milestones that have enriched the lives of our students, families, and community. I am deeply grateful for the support of our dedicated staff, school board, and partners who made our vision a reality.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eVGQ8SRu

🍽 We’re excited to share how our culinary arts students recently partnered with one of our benefits providers, Marathon Health and Registered Dietitian Lydia Slottke, for a “Cook with Us” demo! Participants learned to prepare a Mediterranean Pasta Salad while rotating through student-led stations focused on food safety, knife skills, and meat preparation. This collaboration gave our students the chance to showcase their expertise while promoting healthy eating habits for our staff. We are grateful for our Benefits Department, Marathon Health, Lydia Slottke, and our culinary arts program for making this possible. 🎉 #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates

🎉 The Chesapeake Public Schools Benefits Fair was a huge success! CPS is grateful to all employees who attended. It was wonderful to see so many team members taking advantage of the opportunity to ask questions and complete their biometrics screenings right on site! Employee health and wellbeing are top priorities at Chesapeake Public Schools, and the district is proud to offer comprehensive benefits designed exclusively for the CPS family. Visit https://lnkd.in/emYm6Bag to learn more about the exceptional health insurance, pharmacy benefits, and all the other perks available exclusively to CPS team members! Want to join our team! Apply online today: cpschools.com/careers. 💙 Here's to a healthy and successful year ahead!

🎙 Our school calendar shapes so much of our daily lives. In our newest podcast episode, Every Minute Counts, Dr. Fallon Graham shares how we work to design a calendar that balances the needs of students, families, and staff, while also introducing our new two-year proposal. 🎧 Check out the soundbite below and listen to the entire episode at https://lnkd.in/eHHQxnh6 wherever you get your podcasts. 🗓️ Our calendar survey is open through October 19, 2025, and can be found at https://lnkd.in/e9_NiEEa.

🎉 On October 8, 2025, we welcomed community leaders and partners for a dynamic session of Dr. Cotton's Superintendent’s Community Engagement Council, generously sponsored by Trane. We appreciate your ongoing commitment to education and community collaboration. This month’s agenda featured: 🔹 Legislative updates and priorities from Cozen O'Connor 🔹 A strategic Empower 2030 update from Dr. Fallon Graham 🔹 A preview of our AI pilot initiative in CPS, shared by Mr. Thomas Coker, Jr. and Dr. Melissa Goodwin These conversations are key to advancing forward-thinking strategies that strengthen opportunities for students and families across Chesapeake Public Schools. #EmpowerCPS