CPS Academy Student Application

CPS Academy Application

for current 8th graders
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Chesapeake Public Schools Academy Coordinators
Ms. Cristina Foss, IB Coordinator
Cristina.Foss@cpschools.com
Oscar F. Smith High School
1994 Tiger Drive
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
757.548.3286

Mrs. Ann O'Connell, Science & Medical Academy Coordinator
Ann.OConnell@cpschools.com
Deep Creek High School
2900 Margaret Booker Drive
Chesapeake, Virginia 23323
757.487.7425

Mrs. Meredith Strahan, Governor’s STEM Academy Coordinator
Meredith.Strahan@cpschools.com
Grassfield High School
2007 Grizzly Way
Chesapeake, Virginia 23323
757.558.4493
Please select your role*
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Thank you for your interest in the Chesapeake Public Schools Academies. The application window has closed. Please contact your guidance counselor if you have any questions.

CPS Academies Overview
Please watch the High School Academy Programs video below before continuing with this application.

CPS Academies Informational Videos

The videos below contain information for specific academies that may be helpful.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Academy
Science and Medicine Academy
STEM Academy

Student Information
Are you a Chesapeake Public Schools student?*

CPS StudentPrivate School Student
Student Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Preferred name
Student CPS Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@k12cpschools.com
This field must contain your Chesapeake Public Schools student email address. Please check the spelling and format entered above and make any corrections before moving forward.
Best contact email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Student ID*
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Gender*

MaleFemalePrefer not to disclose
Student Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Primary Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Primary Email*
example@example.com
Do you have another parent/guardian to list?*

YESNO
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Primary Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Primary Email (secondary)*
example@example.com

Academy Selection
Academies to which you would like to apply (select all that apply)*

Governor's STEM AcademyInternational Baccalaureate AcademyScience and Medicine Academy

If applying to the Governor's STEM Academy, choose your pathway.*

Engineering & TechnologyGlobal Entrepreneurship & TechnologyProgramming & Software Development

	Academy Selection
First Choice
Second Choice
Third Choice

School Information
Current Middle School*
Name of private school*
Guidance Counselor Name*
Private School Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Use the Address Lookup Tool to find your Zoned High School.
Zoned High School*
Guidance Email*
example@cpschools.com

Constructed Responses

Please limit your responses to no more than 120 words.
Describe a personal goal you have set for yourself. Why this goal?*

0/120
What do your grades in middle school tell us about you? What is something about you that your grades do not show?*

0/120
Do you have at least a 3.0 GPA?*

YESNO

Portfolio Assessments

Each student who completes the application process by the deadline must report to each respective High School. Please see links below.
Do you have a current IEP or 504 Plan that requires accommodations for any of the Saturday assessments? If your answer is yes, please contact your school professional counselor to request that a copy be sent to the appropriate coordinator(s).*

YESNO
Please review the Academy Application Process Guidelines.
I have read and understood the Academy application process and terms of admission if admitted to any Chesapeake Public School's Academy.*

Yes, I have read and understand the Academy application process.
Each student who completes the application process by the deadline will complete an additional portfolio component and/or assessment. Select the academy assessment and date to schedule your assessment. Select all that apply.*

IB Assessment (January 18)IB Assessment (January 25)SMA Assessment (January 11)SMA Assessment (January 25)STEM Assessment (January 11)STEM Assessment (January 18)
You can only select one testing session per academy.
These assessments are both on January 11.
These assessments are both on January 18.
These assessments are both on January 25.
IB Assessment Sign-up (01-18) Click on the time to sign up. *
IB Assessment Sign-up (01-25) Click on the time to sign up. *
SMA Assessment Sign-up (01-11) Click on the time to sign up. *
SMA Assessment Sign-up (01-25) Click on the time to sign up. *
STEM Assessment Sign-up (01-11) Click on the time to sign up. *
STEM Assessment Sign-up (01-18) Click on the time to sign up. *

Thank you for applying to a Chesapeake Public Schools Academy. A teacher recommendation form will be sent to your core teachers shortly to assist with the application and selection process. If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counselor or the coordinator of your desired academy(ies).

Please complete your application by selecting SUBMIT below.
The Chesapeake Public School System is an equal educational opportunity school system. The School Board of the City of Chesapeake also adheres to the principles of equal opportunity in employment and, therefore, prohibits discrimination in terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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CPS Academy Application

CPS Academies Overview

CPS Academies Informational Videos

Student Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Academy Selection

School Information

Constructed Responses

Portfolio Assessments

GUIDANCE - Student Scholastic Information

Student Academic Information

Teacher Recommendation Information