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October is Bullying Prevention Month

October is Bullying Prevention Month. Chesterfield County Public Schools standards for student conduct prohibit bullying, and schools teach respectful expectations and behaviors using the Promote Respect anti-bullying program.

Visit bit.ly/CCPSpromoterespect to learn more about the Promote Respect program.

Eighth grade families invited to explore high school options at info fair and open houses

Each fall, Chesterfield County Public Schools eighth graders decide whether or not to apply to a specialty center, governor’s school or regional technology school. The online application portal for specialty centers and governor’s schools opened Oct. 1 and closes Dec. 5.

An informational fair is coming up where eighth graders can learn more about options for high school:

• Informational Fair 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 8 at Monacan High (11501 Smoketree Drive). All specialty centers and regional schools will be represented.

Starting Oct. 14, open houses will offer a more in-depth look at the specialty centers and regional schools. A complete calendar of open houses is available online. Here are the first ones:

• 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14: Governorʼs Academy for Health Professions and Therapies at Monacan High (11501 Smoketree Drive)

• 6 p.m. Oct. 14: CodeRVA Regional High School (2601 Durham St. in Richmond and virtually via coderva.org)

• 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15: International Baccalaureate at Meadowbrook High (4901 Cogbill Road) for students zoned for Bird, Thomas Dale, Manchester, Matoaca and Meadowbrook high schools

• 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15: International Baccalaureate at Midlothian High (401 Charter Colony Parkway) for students zoned for Clover Hill, Cosby, Midlothian, Monacan and James River high schools

• 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15: Meadowbrook Academy for Developing Entrepreneurs at Meadowbrook High (4901 Cogbill Road)

• 6 p.m. Oct. 16: Appomattox Regional Governorʼs School for the Arts and Technology (512 W. Washington St. in Petersburg)

Full details about high school options are online at bit.ly/CCPSoptions. That includes the online application form, links to specialty center websites and a helpful video.

Oct. 22 College and Career Fair makes it easy to explore your future

Chesterfield County Public Schools families with students in grades 6-12 are encouraged to attend the annual College and Career Fair. Representatives of 100+ colleges, work-based learning partners and community resources will be gathered into one place for your convenience:

6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025
Thomas Dale High main campus
3626 W. Hundred Road

The College and Career Fair is free, but families should go to strivefair.com to register and receive a barcode that will make it easy to connect with their top colleges and learn more about colleges they may be less familiar with.

Additionally, business partners and work-based learning students will be at the College and Career Fair to share information about the variety of ways Chesterfield County students can explore their areas of interest.

It’s never too early for students to consider their futures. After all, the vision of Chesterfield County Public Schools is to create a better tomorrow.

Nominate outstanding principals before Nov. 6

Let’s support our excellent principals by nominating them for the prestigious R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership.

Nominations can come from parents, students, teachers, volunteers and community members. The deadline is 5 p.m. Nov. 6. Learn more and make your nomination for the R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership at the Community Foundation website.

Public school principals from Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond are eligible for the awards, which come with a $10,000 cash grant for the principal and an additional $20,000 for the principal’s school. Recent Chesterfield County honorees include Dr. Nicholas Olson of Salem Church Middle, Dr. Randi Smith of Ettrick Elementary, Nina Brink of Gates Elementary and Natalie Bare of Gordon Elementary.

Bon Air Elementary welcomes illustrator

Award-winning illustrator and cartoonist Shannon Wright spent time Sept. 22 with fifth graders at Bon Air Elementary, thanks to the school’s PTA. Her visit included a discussion of her artistic process and time for students to draw their own images. Wright’s picture book, “Holding Her Own: The Exceptional Life of Jackie Ormes,” is on the school’s Battle of the Books list. 

CCPS in the Know: ParentVUE

ParentVUE makes it easier than ever to stay informed and involved in your child’s education. The digital platform enables parents to securely access student grades, assignments, attendance and more. This video gives a quick overview of how to use ParentVUE, and a link to the ParentVUE portal is available at oneccps.org/parentvue-studentvue.

Do you have a question for CCPS In the Know? Ask it here for a chance to be featured. Watch all past episodes of CCPS in the Know on YouTube.

Nominate a teacher or staff member for the Superintendent’s Game Changer Award before Oct. 21

Recipients of the Superintendent’s Game Changer Award are teachers and staff who step up to meet the needs of our students, find new ways to inspire, create engaging learning experiences and support families. Nominations for this month will close on Oct. 21

Has a CCPS staff member made a difference for your student, family or community? Now is your chance to recognize them by nominating them for a Superintendent’s Game Changer Award.

Celebrate their positive impact and nominate a #oneCCPS Game Changer today.

Davis Elementary celebrates new house system

Davis Elementary now has five houses designed to strengthen community and school spirit. After moving into its new building at the start of the school year, Davis Elementary held house sorting day on Sept. 10.

Students discovered where they belong by scratching cards to reveal one of these five houses:

• Amizade, the house of friendship symbolized by an elephant.

• Dadiva, the house of generosity, symbolized by a jaguar.

• Ignis, the house of curiosity, symbolized by a fox.

• Seren, the house of compassion, symbolized by a reindeer.

• Vivo, the house of vibrancy, symbolized by a peacock.

This is the beginning of an incredible journey for Davis Elementary. Five houses, one family — ready to build something amazing together!

Free online tutoring available to students in grades 3-12 

K-12 Tutoring (formerly Stride) is now available to all students in grades 3-12. As in previous years, students will access K-12 Tutoring via their Clever backpack, and they may self-schedule sessions for as long as funding is available. 

At the elementary level, parents and guardians may book sessions on behalf of their student. Students must attend scheduled sessions. Non-attendance scheduled sessions will result in the student's removal from the platform. Students may cancel scheduled sessions in the K-12 platform up to 12 hours prior to the start time. More information can be found at oneccps.org/tutors.

This week: Coffee & Conversation discusses raising responsible kids

Parenting is tough and children don’t come with an owner's manual. So, grab a cup of coffee and get some friendly support each week with Coffee & Conversation. We’ll have a topical discussion with community experts to help understand and foster success in your students.

Join us online at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8 for a discussion about building motivation and responsibility in your children. Learn the real reason kids don't listen (it's not what you think!) and how to handle their lack of cooperation effectively and respectfully. Special guest is Rachel Bailey, parenting specialist and former therapist. Sign-up to attend here.

Missed a conversation? Visit our Programs for Families page to watch past sessions.

Want to become a teacher or know someone who does? Join us Oct. 15 and 16 to learn how

If you or someone you know is passionate about education, has a bachelor’s degree, and wants to explore pathways to becoming a licensed teacher – iteach can help. Chesterfield County Public Schools is organizing two free information sessions:

• In-person session - Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 5:15-6:15 p.m. at Monacan High (11501 Smoketree Drive, North Chesterfield, VA)

• Virtual session - Thursday, Oct. 16, from 4-5 p.m. through Google meet.

Join us to take the next step in your career. Learn more about iteach’s alternative teacher certification program.

Free community event promotes fire prevention, Oct. 11

Chesterfield Fire and EMS will be hosting a community event in recognition of Fire Prevention Week 2025. Join the community 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 at Clover Hill High School. 

There will be fire truck tours, games, and a free hot dog lunch for the first 500 attendees. Learn more on the Chesterfield County website.

Free telehealth sessions available to support mental health for students in grades 6-12

To support students and families, Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a connection to free mental health telehealth services for students in grades 6-12. Offered through Hazel Health, the telehealth program is free for students in grades 6-12 whose parents opt in to the opportunity. Participation is optional and requires parent/guardian consent via ParentVUE. 

This resource can help students with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, social skills, bullying, and more. It is important to note that Hazel Health does not replace emergency services.

Families are able to schedule telehealth sessions that occur at home on weekdays during the afternoon and early evening. Sessions will not take place at school. 

How can parents schedule telehealth appointments for their child?

This simple process is how to get telehealth support for your child:

• First, sign in to ParentVUE in order to opt in to Hazel Health. After you opt in, then Chesterfield County Public Schools will share your information with Hazel Health (usually this happens within one business day). Here are instructions in English and Spanish to use ParentVUE to opt in.

• Next, go to this Hazel Health page to create an account and complete the online consent.

• Finally, schedule an enrollment call and your child’s first appointment with Hazel Health.

For more information, visit oneccps.org/mental-health-support.

Students can apply to be a General Assembly page

Each year during the Virginia General Assembly session, 13- and 14-year-olds have the opportunity to serve as pages and get an in-depth look at the legislative branch of government. Oct. 1, 2025 is the deadline to apply to be a Senate page; Oct. 17 is the deadline to apply to be a House of Delegates page. Complete details are available here for the 2026 page programs.

Hiring event for substitute teachers scheduled for Oct. 7

Do you want a meaningful job with a flexible schedule so you can work when you choose? Become a substitute teacher! Chesterfield County Public Schools pays substitute teachers $136 on regular days and $203 on Fridays and high-demand days.