Happy Friday CCPS! Our summer break has officially begun, but we’re still busy as ever. Our summer camps and summer school sessions begin this month. Check out the full newsletter for all the activities and fun available in your community.
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Here’s what’s happening in your Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Important Dates
June 18: Holiday, schools and offices are closed
June 22: Summer session begins
July 2: Holiday, schools and offices are closed
July 14: El Librotazo - the Big Book Party
Final report cards for 2025-26 school year available now on ParentVUE
The final report cards for 2025-26 have been posted to ParentVUE. 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.
Watch the highlights of our 2026 graduation ceremonies
Excitement was high for the class of 2026 as they walked the stage, received their diplomas and turned their tassels. Our cameras were up close to capture some of the most special scenes from this year’s ceremonies. Catch a glimpse of the joy and memorable moments in this highlight reel.
Full videos of each graduation are also available on our YouTube channel.
Chesterfield County Public Schools offers summer meals for children
Chesterfield County Public Schools offers free summer meals for children. At 20 sites, free breakfasts and lunches will be available Monday through Thursday from June 23 through July 17, 2026, unless other dates are specified. Sites will be closed July 2. These opportunities are open to all children who are 1-18 years old. Meals are first come, first served and are the same for all children. Children must remain on-site while eating their meals.
View the full list of locations and times for CCPS summer meals.
Meal times are subject to change. For questions, call Chesterfield County Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services at 804-743-3717. Families can also find help by connecting with the Chesterfield Food Bank.
Openings available for summer Visual Arts Academy
A few spaces are still open in the Visual Arts Academy summer program for students going into grades 8-12. Available opportunities include fiber arts, book making/collage, and graphic design for the two-week sessions. Learn more and register here. The Visual Arts Academy starts June 22, so act fast to be part of this art-centric program and student showcase!
Summer hours for Chesterfield County Public Schools start June 8, 2026
Beginning June 8 through Aug. 14, Chesterfield County Public Schools are open 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and closed on Fridays. Chesterfield County Public Schools will also be closed Thursday, June 18, and Thursday, July 2.
Special Education Parent Involvement Survey for the 2025-26 school year
Parents of school-aged children and youth with disabilities who receive special education services in Virginia are requested to complete the Virginia Department of Education’s annual Special Education Parent Involvement Survey. Complete one survey for each of your children who received special education services during the 2025-26 school year. For questions, contact Dr. Chiquita Seaborne by email at Chiquita.Seaborne@doe.virginia.gov or phone at 804-418-4672.
Food and family fun at the Chesterfield Farmers Markets this summer
This summer, 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 Wednesdays 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.
Cereal dominoes bring fun and fight hunger
Watkins Elementary organized a schoolwide service project to celebrate both the end of a successful school year and the start to summer vacation. For 10 days in May, students brought in boxes of cereal to donate to the Chesterfield Food Bank. With the 711 donated boxes of cereal, the school created a domino chain that wound down hallways and throughout the building. Food bank representatives visited to enjoy the toppling dominoes and collect the donated food.
Students triumph in Stock Market Game
This year, teams from Swift Creek Middle and Manchester High made a lot of (virtual) money in the Stock Market Game. In the annual game organized by the Virginia Council on Economic Education, student teams compete for awards by investing $100,000 in a virtual portfolio across 10 weeks. Swift Creek placed first in Virginia for middle school teams this spring with a portfolio valued at $126,125.17 (23.6% profit). Manchester High was the top high school team and the overall top team with a portfolio valued at $134,982.35 (39.8% profit).
Growing more than plants at Thelma Crenshaw
At Thelma Crenshaw Elementary in May, Superintendent John Murray visited with fourth graders. They were happy to show off their vegetable garden and harvest lettuce for Dr. Murray. Teacher Fazila Charles said her class learned a lot about plants and experienced joy as they tended the garden each day.
El Librotazo, the big book party, is 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.
Update your student’s transportation info for next school year. All families are asked to update student transportation information through ParentVUE to choose the way students will travel to and from school and to check your home address and any alternative addresses.
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.
We’re hiring Instructional Assistants at a June 16 event
Join Team Chesterfield as an instructional assistant! Support teachers and help students succeed through small group and one-on-one instruction. Assist with classroom activities, materials, and supervision while providing clerical support. This is ideal for organized, flexible individuals who enjoy working with students and collaborating with school staff in a supportive learning environment. Sign up for our hiring event June 16 at Midlothian High (401 Charter Colony Pkwy.) for an opportunity to interview.
Calendar dates approved for the 2027-28 school year
At its June 2 meeting, the School Board approved calendar dates for the 2027-28 school year. In part, the calendar includes:
178 instructional days
A two-week winter break and one-week spring break aligned with largest Region 1 school divisions
Aug. 23-24 start of school
April 3-7 spring break
June 1 end of school
All calendar dates may be found on the school division website at oneccps.org/calendars, including dates for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. Please note: It is best to access student calendar dates from the school division website to ensure you are viewing current information.
Highlights from the June 2, 2026, School Board meeting
At its regular monthly work session and meeting on June 2, 2026, the Chesterfield County Public School Board received updates on prekindergarten and CECLA programs, food and nutrition services, gifted education, and finances. The board also recognized outstanding gifted, visual arts, and performing arts teachers, bus drivers, and community partner Girls on the Run. In other actions, the board expanded bereavement leave, addressed FY 2026 year-end funds, and reviewed reports on budgets, retirement programs, gifted education, and prekindergarten. See the full meeting highlights here.