Happy FridayCCPS! Today is the last day of classes for schools on our traditional calendar and Bellwood Elementary's last day is June 3. As the final bells ring on the 2025-26 school year, we want to wish everyone a happy and safe summer spending time with friends and family and enjoying your break from regular classes. Whether you graduated or you just finished your first year of kindergarten, we’re proud of your accomplishments and the spirit you bring to CCPS.
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Here’s what’s happening in your Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Important Dates
May 29: Last day of school, 3-hour early dismissal for traditional calendar
June 2: Deadline to register for summer classes
June 3: Last day of school, 3-hour early dismissal for Bellwood Elementary
June 4, 5: Final report cards issued (digital only)
June 22: Summer session begins
El Librotazo, the big book party, is scheduled for July 14
Put on your party (and reading) hats for El Librotazo, the Big Book Party! At El Librotazo, every child can choose up to five books to keep for free, forever. There will also be a ton of fun activities and refreshments during the event. Join us from 5-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds (10300 Courthouse Road).
There is no cost to attend, take home books, or enjoy fun and food at El Librotazo. Families are asked to register by July 8 for free tickets. We have a limit of 3,500 attendees. Books for all ages will be available in English and Spanish.
Final report cards for 2025-26 school year out next week
The final report cards for 2025-26 are coming next week. Final quarter report cards will be posted to ParentVUE only. They will not be printed and mailed to homes. Parents who want a paper report card may contact their school to have the report card printed out.
Report cards will be posted to ParentVUE on these dates:
Thursday, June 4, for every school except Bellwood Elementary and Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy.
Friday, June 5, for Bellwood Elementary.
Food and family fun at the Chesterfield Farmers Markets this summer
On Wednesdays, beginning June 3, 2026, the CCPS Food and Nutrition Services team will be serving up food and fun for all families at the Chesterfield Farmers Market (6701 Mimms Loop). Join us from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. each week. Kids under 18 eat free. Adults can purchase a meal for $9. Credit and debit cards accepted. Visit our website each week to see the full menu and activities planned.
Update student transportation information for 2026-27 school year
The 2025-26 school year is just coming to a close, but transportation planning for the coming school year is already underway. All families are asked to update student transportation information by logging into ParentVUE to choose the way students will travel to and from school and to check your home address and any alternative addresses. Learn more about updating transportation information.
Touch-a-Truck at Bensley Elementary
Students at Bensley Elementary experienced large vehicles up close at a Touch-a-Truck event. From big rigs to skid steers, the youngsters explored the equipment and learned about the people who operate them. Check out this video to see the truckload of fun they had!
Having a Mindful Memorial Day
For several years, Curtis Elementary has participated in Mindful Memorial Day to honor fallen service members. Mindful Memorial Day incorporates yellow ribbons and cards bearing the names of American service members. Participants in the ceremony speak the names out loud to honor their sacrifice. Teacher Jane Williams leads Mindful Memorial Day at Curtis Elementary, and this year she received special recognition from the Mindful Memorial Foundation for her commitment.
Share your thoughts on technology. Through June 12, parents and guardians are invited to take a survey about the use of technology in schools for policymakers. CCPS will use data from the survey to plan for the future
School Board meeting scheduled for June 2, 2026
The Chesterfield County School Board will hold its regular business meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, in the Chesterfield County Public Meeting Room (10001 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA). Visit BoardDocs to see the meeting agenda and more.
Public comment will be accepted during the business meeting. Submit written public comments to the board online or sign up to speak in person by 2 p.m. June 2. The meeting will be broadcast via live stream and on television on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.
Advisory Committee meetings for June 2026
CCPS has seven volunteer-driven advisory committees to the School Board that meet throughout the year to help Chesterfield County Public Schools achieve its vision of creating a better tomorrow. Learn more about Advisory Committees.
These committees are scheduled to meet this June. Meeting dates are subject to change. See the calendar for all committee meeting times.
Citizens Budget Advisory Committee
8 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2026
Conference Room 1205
7053 Celebration Park Ave., Richmond, VA
Audit & Finance Committee
8 a.m. Tuesday, June 10, 2026
Conference Room 1205
7053 Celebration Park Ave., Richmond, VA
Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee
5:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2026
VCU Room (Conference Room B151), Chesterfield Career and Technical Center @ Hull
13900 Hull Street Road N., Midlothian, VA
Hidden Harm: The Teen Experience of Opioid Addiction
Opioid addiction affects teens across Virginia. Join the community for a panel discussion featuring author Jarrett J. Krosoczka; Chesterfield Recovery Academy’s Darien Kay; 2 End the Stigma founder Jill Cichowicz; and a recent graduate of Chesterfield's Recovery Academy who will discuss the impact of opioid addiction on themselves and their families. The event is 6-8 p.m. June 5, 2026, at the Midlothian Library (100 Millworks Crossing). Learn more on the library website.