Elizabeth Scott Elementary School has been selected as a 2023 National ESEA Distinguished School. No more than two schools per state receive this prestigious designation each year. On Dec. 4, Chesterfield County Public Schools leaders joined Virginia Department of Education representatives to announce the award to students and staff members. Schools may be nominated in […]
...Read Full ArticleErika Ogier of Salem Church Elementary was recognized as the 2023 Virginia Elementary Art Educator of the Year by the Virginia Art Education Association. Described as dynamic and innovative, she says she teaches art because she enjoys engaging with students on a creative level, hearing about their experiences and watching them bring those experiences into […]
...Read Full ArticleAt this fall’s science fair, Salem Church Elementary students learned a lot, developed skills and achieved success.
...Read Full ArticleSalem Church Elementary invited local veterans to a Breakfast of Champions to celebrate Veterans Day. The morning included a slide show of family-provided photos of veterans. The fifth grade chorus performed patriotic songs, and there was a photo booth for families.
...Read Full ArticleWe’re not promising that there were 101 Dalmatians in Salem Church Elementary’s book character parade — but there were a lot of kindergartners sporting spots! Salem Church Middle hosted the parade, and middle school students cheered on the elementary students as they walked through the halls. Adults got into the fun as well. For example, […]
...Read Full ArticleChesterfield County Public Schools is offering free afternoon snacks and supper at more than 30 schools for students in after-school activities. Participating schools are located in areas where 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals. This site provides details about schools offering after-school meals.
...Read Full ArticleBoth campuses of the Chesterfield Career and Technical Center invite families to Nov. 18 open houses to learn about the 30+ programs available to high school students. November is College and Career Readiness Month, so it’s a great time to see how career and technical education can help students jump-start their careers. Families can learn more […]
...Read Full ArticleApples are at the core of Virginia’s annual Crunch Heard ՚Round the Commonwealth, which is part of National Farm to School Month. Using apples from Crown Orchard, students in Felisha Johnson’s class at Carver College and Career Academy tested, tweaked and perfected several recipes. Their apple crumble will soon be added to menus in Chesterfield […]
...Read Full ArticleSalem Church Elementary marked Hispanic Heritage Month with a joyful parade Oct. 13. Students carried flags and wore clothing celebrating their heritage.
...Read Full ArticleDuring a visit to Falling Creek Elementary, Sparky the Fire Dog shared fire safety information with students. During Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 8-14), let’s take a moment to watch a video of Sparky’s visit.
...Read Full ArticleDuring its Oct. 10 meeting, the Chesterfield County School Board accommodated a request from the Chesterfield County registrar related to the 2024 presidential primary because many schools serve as voting sites:
...Read Full ArticleFor Virginia Farm to School Week (Oct. 2-6), urban agriculture students at the Career and Technical Center @ Courthouse discuss the importance of locally grown food and plants.
...Read Full ArticleChesterfield County parents are invited to learn about gifted education possibilities during Glimpse Into Gifted. The free event is for parents who wonder if their child is gifted and for parents whose child has been identified as gifted. Glimpse Into Gifted will take place 5:30-8 p.m. Oct. 19 at Beulah Recreation Center (6901 Hopkins Road). […]
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Before the start of the school year, Salem Church Elementary student leaders gathered to plan for a great 2023-24. Students from each of the school’s five houses learned the five I’s of leadership: influence, insp;ire, identify problems, implement change and integrity.
...Read Full ArticleEveryone within Chesterfield County Public Schools works to support students and help them grow into strong young people. When problems arise that get in the way of learning, schools want to connect with students and families to solve those problems. But we can only solve problems that we know about, so communicating to school staff […]
...Read Full ArticleThey say 80% of success is showing up, so we’re encouraging students, staff members and families to show up. If we all show up as our best selves this school year, then is there any doubt that great things will happen? Show up ready to learn. Show up with kindness. Show up for each other. Show up!
...Read Full ArticleStudents started the school year strong! This video features happy images from the first week of 2023-24. Head to #oneCCPS social media to see even more joy:
...Read Full ArticleOrientation Grade Date Time K 8/17/2023 2:00pm – 3:00pm 1 8/17/2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm 2 8/17/2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm 3 8/17/2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm 4 8/17/2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm 5 8/17/2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm Back to School Night Grade Date Time K 9/19/2023 5:30pm – 6:00pm 1 9/19/2023 5:30pm – 6:00pm 2 9/19/2023 5:30pm – […]
...Read Full ArticleTeachers from nine nations are settling in at 10 Chesterfield County schools. Hired through a partnership with Participate Learning, the 30 teachers arrived from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, the Philippines and Trinidad and Tobago. They will teach a variety of subjects, including elementary education, English as a Second Language and Spanish.
...Read Full ArticleChesterfield County Public Schools welcomed teachers from nine nations on July 27. During the 2023-24 school year, 30 educators will work as full-time teachers in 10 different schools. Greeted by Chesterfield County Public Schools leaders and principals, the teachers arrived from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, the Philippines and Trinidad and Tobago. […]
...Read Full ArticleA total of 1,400 Special Olympic athletes from grades PK-5 throughout Chesterfield County Public Schools competed in the 2023 Little Feet Meet. As students run, jump, throw and have fun, the field day helps build acceptance and inclusion.
...Read Full ArticleHands-on science explorations are boosting student learning at Salem Church Elementary.
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Student-grown vegetables, herbs, annuals, perennials and native plants will be available at the annual plant sale at the Chesterfield Career and Technical Center @ Courthouse, 10101 Courthouse Road. The event is open to the public 8 a.m.-4 p.m. April 15. Students in urban agriculture plant systems and greenhouse production will sell more than 250 varieties […]
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