This week, CHPS school and division leaders came together to collaborate, reflect, and begin preparing for another successful school year.
We are grateful for the dedication and teamwork that help make CHPS a great place to learn and grow. 👏✨
📱💙 CHPS and Cartwheel are excited to offer a special summer Lunch & Learn opportunity for rising 6th–8th grade students and their families!
Families will read The Amazing Generation together and participate in discussion sessions focused on how screen time impacts our brains, moods, relationships, and daily lives.
🍽️ Lunch & Learn Discussion Sessions:
📅 June 8
📅 July 8
📅 August 12
📍 CHMS Library
This is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn, reflect, and grow together while exploring ways to create healthier relationships with technology.
📲 Please see the flyer for registration details and additional information.
CHPS families! Did you know that school supply lists 📚✏️ for the 2026-2027 school year are now available on our website?
No need to start shopping just yet 😉, but now is a great time to save your child's list and have it handy when you're ready.
📲 Visit our website "colonialhts.net" and use the "menu" button at the top to navigate to "families" - "school supplies" to to find your students' supply list.
Beginning June 11, the CHPS Track will be closed to the public until further notice as part of a track resurfacing project.
We appreciate the community's patience and understanding as these improvements are completed. Updates will be shared as they become available.
Last night, we celebrated the accomplishments, perseverance, and bright futures of the Colonial Heights High School Class of 2026.
We are incredibly proud of all that our graduates have achieved during their time at CHPS and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the years ahead.
Congratulations, graduates! We wish you the very best as you begin your next adventure. 👏✨
🎓📺 The CHHS Class of 2026 Graduation livestream is now available! 💙
Join us as we celebrate tonight’s graduation ceremony beginning at 8:00 PM at the CHPS Football Field.
🔗 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/ELeJRv4IbfI
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 👏✨
Graduation for the CHHS Class of 2026 will take place tonight at the CHPS Football Field beginning at 8:00 PM.
📺 A livestream link will be available on the CHPS website and social media beginning at 7:50 PM.
We are excited to celebrate our graduates and this special milestone with our CHPS community! 👏✨
SPOTS STILL OPEN! 💙📚 Rising Kindergarten Summer Program 📚💙
Reach out to your child's school if interested!
Colonial Heights Public Schools will be offering a summer program for rising Kindergarten students at each of our three elementary schools!
This program is designed for students who were not enrolled in CHPS PreK this year but will be starting Kindergarten in August 2026.
📅 June 15 – July 16 (Monday–Thursday)
⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
❗ No school on June 18 and July 2
✨ Breakfast and lunch provided daily
🚌 Bus transportation available upon request
Students must be fully registered with CHPS to participate.
📲 Please see the flyer for the registration link and QR code.
Families will read The Amazing Generation together and participate in discussion sessions focused on how screen time impacts our brains, moods, relationships, and daily lives.
🍽️ Lunch & Learn Discussion Sessions:
📅 June 8
📅 July 8
📅 August 12
📍 CHMS Library
This is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn, reflect, and grow together while exploring ways to create healthier relationships with technology.
📲 Please see the flyer for registration details and additional information.
As our seniors enjoy some of their final traditions and celebrations around CHPS, we loved seeing them return to our elementary schools for the Colonial Pride Tour—encouraging younger students and reflecting on just how far they’ve come.
We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and can’t wait to watch them walk across the stage Thursday night! 👏✨
Yesterday’s Parade of Graduates was a special celebration of the journey, accomplishments, and bright futures of our CHHS seniors.
From returning to the schools where their educational journeys began to being cheered on by students and staff across the division, it was a day filled with pride, excitement, and unforgettable moments.
We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished. Congratulations, seniors! 👏✨
We’re halfway through May, and it’s been a busy and exciting month across CHPS! From spirit days and pep rallies to performances, engaging review activities, teacher appreciation celebrations, and honoring our graduating seniors, there’s been so much happening in our schools and community.
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we want to thank our students, staff, families, and community for the support, energy, and school spirit that make CHPS such a special place. Take a look at what’s been happening around our schools this month! 💙👏
🍎✨ Come Join the CHPS Team! ✨🍎
Colonial Heights Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year. We’re looking for passionate educators and specialists who are committed to making a difference in the lives of students.
If you’re ready to be part of a supportive, student-centered community, we encourage you to apply today!
🔗 Click here to apply
From earning prestigious scholarships to signing with collegiate athletic programs, and stepping directly into career pathways—our Class of 2026 is making us proud in so many ways.
👏 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient
🏀 Student-athletes continuing their careers at the next level
🔧 Career-ready graduates entering the workforce
The future is bright, and it starts right here. 💙
Colonial Heights Public Schools is hiring CDL Drivers and Bus Aides—and we’re hosting a job fair to meet you!
📍 Colonial Heights Middle School (Bus Loop)
📅 May 20 & May 27
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
✨ Competitive pay
🤝 Meaningful work
💙 Make a positive impact in our community
Bring a copy of your driving record and your resume—we can’t wait to meet you!
As we continue celebrating the incredible people who support our schools, today we recognize School Nurse Day and the important role our school nurses play in CHPS.
School nurses help keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn each day—supporting everything from daily care to managing chronic conditions and promoting student well-being.
We are grateful for their dedication and the care they provide to our students, staff, and families. Thank you for all that you do! 💙👏
#SchoolNurseDay #CHPSProud
This week, we celebrate the incredible educators of CHPS who inspire, support, and make a difference in the lives of students every single day.
From the classroom to beyond, our teachers go above and beyond to help every student succeed—and we are so grateful for all that they do.
Please join us in thanking our amazing CHPS teachers! 💙👏
Today, we celebrate our incredible CHPS school nutrition professionals for all they do to support our students each and every day.
From preparing nutritious meals to creating welcoming cafeteria environments and showing kindness to every student they serve, our school nutrition teams play a vital role in our schools.
We are grateful for their hard work, dedication, and the care they bring to our school communities. Thank you for fueling our students for success! 💙👏
Last night’s School Board meeting was another evening filled with celebration as we recognized outstanding CHPS students and community members for their achievements and contributions.
We were proud to recognize:
• Madelyn Elmore, April CHHS Senior of the Month
• Naomi Sampson, May CHHS Senior of the Month
• Emily Whirley, Region 3A Champion – 100 yd Freestyle
• Tanner Lindsey, 100 Career Wins in Wrestling
• Kierah Kenner, Lakeview Elementary – 3rd Place, VSBA Southside Regional Art Contest
• Our Elementary and Middle School Spelling Bee winners, including our Division Champion
• Our Heart of the Heights Award recipients for their dedication to supporting students with special needs
• American Legion Commander La Monte Thomas, Sr., recipient of the Friend of DECA Award
We are proud of the hard work, talent, and commitment these individuals represent across CHPS. 💙👏
💙📚 Around CHPS in April 📚💙
It’s been a busy and exciting month across CHPS—from learning in our classrooms to celebrations like prom, recognizing student achievements, pep rallies throughout our schools, and field Trips.
We’re proud of all that our students and staff have accomplished and look forward to finishing the year strong! 💙👏
