We understand that military-connected students face unique challenges, from frequent moves to family separations, and we are dedicated to ensuring a smooth transition and continued success for every child. This page will help military families navigate our school division, access important services, and find the support needed for both academic and personal growth.

Here, you’ll find information on registration, special academic programs, resources for parents, and opportunities tailored to the needs of military families. As you plan your move, visit our School Life page to learn more about our school division’s calendars, policies, technology, transportation, food services and more.

We look forward to having you and your family as part of our community. Thank you for your service.

Welcome to Chesterfield County Public Schools! We are one of the largest school divisions in the state of Virginia with more than 64,000 students across 67 schools. Our yearly operating budget is nearly $1 billion. Many of our schools are award-winning, we have a 91% graduation rate, and our students earn millions in scholarships.

In addition to our traditional school settings, we offer two virtual options: Chesterfield Virtual School (K-8) and CCPSOnline (9-12). We also offer a number of specialty centers and two Career and Technical Centers for students to focus on a specific area of study.

Families begin the registration process online through the ParentVue platform. Once the preregistration process is complete, the parent/guardian will receive an email notification that the application has been received. The school will then reach out to schedule a time to visit the school and complete the final steps of the registration process.

There are a number of documents required for the registration process including a student's birth certificate, immunization records, proof of residency and more.

Learn more about enrollment and required documentation.

 Important note: For incoming military families who intend to move to Chesterfield County in 120 days or less, Virginia law (Code of Virginia § 22.1-3) allows for enrollment in the school division of the child's intended residence if documentation is provided, at the time of enrollment, of military orders of the service member parent or an official letter from the service member's command indicating such relocation. The following is required:

• Documentation such as a deed, signed lease, or ratified contract must be provided within 120 days of enrollment, or tuition may be charged from the day of enrollment.

• The child must reside within the attendance zone for the school they are enrolled in.

• Parents must provide transportation before the student resides in the district.

Children must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 30 of the school year to be eligible to attend kindergarten. There are no exceptions to this state requirement. View our resources to make sure your child is kindergarten ready.

Important note: The children of active duty military parents who move to Virginia have provisions covered under the Interstate Military Compact. This provision of the Interstate Compact applies only to students of active duty military families transferring into Virginia from an out-of-state Local Education Agency (LEA). The children of active duty military parents will be enrolled in kindergarten even when the child has not started school, but the child would be attending kindergarten in an out-of-state LEA, if the military family relocation had not taken place.

Chesterfield County Public Schools is organized into 5 districts. Each district has its own elementary, middle and high schools, and school board representative. Your student’s district and school of residence or “home school” is based on your address. 

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Chesterfield County Public Schools is committed to meeting the unique needs of all learners and providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment. Learn more about our special education programs.

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a special education parent/family liaison to provide specialized support, outreach and training for families of children with disabilities; acts as a neutral resource for non-legal special education matters; and helps with concerns. Connect with our liaison at 804-348-8094.

Military families who have children with special needs have a valuable resource in the Parent Education Advocacy and Training Center. We recommend connecting with PEATC to find more resources and guides. Learn more about special needs support for military families with PEATC.

• Transfer of Children with Disabilities and Special Education Protections Briefing (VDOE)

• Guidance for Military Families with Students in Special Education (VDOE)

CCPS understands that our military-connected students and families may live in the community for a short time. We strive to make your transition from CCPS as smooth as possible.

Every installation has a Military School Liaison Officer who serves all military-connected families. The school liaison from Fort Gregg-Adams serves families living in Chesterfield County and will connect you with the School Liaison Officer at your next installation.

Chesterfield County Public Schools partners with Parchment for high school transcript requests and education verifications.

Requests for other records such as immunization records, IEP documents and test scores are fulfilled by the receiving school in cooperation with Chesterfield County Public Schools.

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, student records are only available to authorized individuals. 

• For students under 18, the student, parent or guardian may request records.

• For students 18 and older, school records will not be released to a parent or guardian without the student’s written consent.

Learn more about transcripts and make transcript requests here.

The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children is a law that has been adopted by all 50 states and Department of Defense Educational Activity (DoDEA) schools. The law applies to the receiving state. To exercise provisions, parents must be on active military orders. This does not extend to Department of Defense civilians or contractors.

• National Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission

• Virginia Overview of the Interstate Compact (VDOE)

• Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (VDOE)

• Virginia Law regarding the Interstate Compact (VDOE)

Each branch of service has an employee who is either a school liaison officer or a point of contact who fulfills the role. School Liaison Officers serve as the primary point of contact for school-related matters, represents, informs, and assists command, assists military families with school issues, coordinates with local school systems, and forges partnerships between the military and schools.

Military
Chaundra Taswell
School Liaison
Fort Gregg-Adams
Email: chaundra.e.taswell.naf@mail.mil
Telephone: 804-765-3813

Virginia
Daniel Dunham
Military Student and Families Specialist
Virginia Department of Education
Email: Dan.Dunham@doe.virginia.gov
Telephone: 804-923-0958

Amy Barilotti
amy_Bartilotti@ccpsnet.net

• Mental Health Support

• Programs for Families

• Resources for Military Families (VDOE)

• Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Resources