New This Week #
May 26 is deadline for summer school #
Registration is open through May 26 for in-person summer school. Summer information is available online.
- Most in-person summer classes are for students who receive a special invitation.
- There are a few in-person opportunities for students who want to take a new high school course to get ahead.
Teacher appreciation and other May days #
May is full of important recognitions that offer opportunities to express appreciation: May 5 is School Lunch Hero Day; May 8-12 is Teacher Appreciation Week; and May 10 is School Nurse Day. Here is a full list of May celebrations; This year-round calendar includes a full list of May celebrations.
Seeking feedback #
Chesterfield County Public Schools seeks feedback on its use of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief fund. Please click here to submit comments or ideas.
In Case You Missed It #
VSBA Student Essay Contest #
The Virginia School Boards Association is hosting a personal essay/speaking contest for students in grades 9-12, with finalists presenting before school board members and administrators at the 2023 VSBA Conference on Education in July. This year’s topic is the meaning of civility. The top finalist will receive a $500 scholarship. Click here for more information on the contest and complete guidelines.
Free online tutoring for middle and high school students #
Chesterfield County Public Schools is partnering with Stride Tutoring to provide free online tutoring services for middle and high school students.Â
- This will allow our students to receive help after school in any subject for free.Â
- It will also allow teachers to access tutoring services to provide supplemental instruction on an individual or small group basis (up to five students) during the school day.
Here are resources for more information:
Free day at Chesterfield Children’s Museum #
Chesterfield County residents are invited to a free day May 6 at the Chesterfield Children’s Museum. Free admission to the museum is for Chesterfield County residents only. Tickets to the Museum will become available about one week prior to the event. Walk-up tickets will also be available. Please contact the museum with any questions at 804-474-7000 or by emailing info@cmorva.org.
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USDA seeks comment about proposed changes to school nutrition standards #
The United States Department of Agriculture sets standards for school nutrition, and they are proposing updates to the current nutrition standards.Â
If adopted, the proposed changes would impactÂ
- Added sugars
- Milk
- Sodium
- Whole grains
More information about these proposed nutritional standards may be found on the USDA’s website.Â
The USDA is accepting comments on these proposed changes through May 10, 2023. This feedback will be used to inform the final standards. Submit feedback here.
Nominate Hall of Famers by June 30 #
Nominations are open through June 30 for the next inductees into the Hall of Fame of Chesterfield County Public Schools. Nominees should be memorable educators and volunteers who made a significant difference in Chesterfield County schools. Full details and a simple nomination form are available at bit.ly/CCPShall.
Chesterfield County Public Schools has been served by outstanding people across more than 150 years. Whether teachers, administrators, support staff or community volunteers, the nationally recognized school division has been supported by individuals who have given their time and talents to help students and schools succeed.
In recognition of this exceptional work, Chesterfield County Public Schools and the Chesterfield Education Foundation annually honor individuals for their superior contributions by inducting them into the Hall of Fame. See the first two Hall of Fame classes here: oneccps.org/hall_of_fame_honorees. Questions? Contact the Office of Family and Community Engagement at 804-639-8690, ext. 1111.