Rena B. Wright Primary — School Calendar 2026-27

Come anytime between 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM to walk your schedule and meet your teachers.

Last Names A - H: 9:00 am to 10:00 amLast Names I - O: 10:00 am to 11:00 amLast Names P - Z: 11:00 to 12:00 pm

All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.All schools and offices will open on their regular schedules on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year!

Review the school calendar for the work day date.

Check back on Oct. 13th for details on how to earn your child free books! Check the event notice for participation details and activities.

Check the school notice for testing dates and student preparation details.

PSAT and SAT Testing InformationThe PSAT and SAT will be given at HHS on October 15th. All 10th grade students will take the PSAT and no registration or payment is required. Any 11th or 9th grade student who wishes to take the PSAT must register and pay $12 starting September 23rd. Ninth grade students wishing to take the PSAT must be taking AFDA, Algebra 2, or a higher level math this school year. Any 12th grade student who wishes to take the SAT must register and pay $39 starting on September

Homecoming Spirit WeekJoin us in celebrating Oscar Smith's Homecoming Week! This year's theme is "A Broadway Homecoming". Monday, 10/19  "Ease On Down the Yellow Brick Road" Featured Musicals: The Wiz, Wicked, Into the Woods, and AladdinCostume Ideas:The Wiz & Wicked: Emerald City green glam, ruby/silver accents, yellow accessories, or stylish trench coats and fedoras.Into the Woods: Little Red riding capes, bakers' aprons, woodsman/flannel outfits, or cow/nature-inspired prints.Aladdin: Purple vests, gold jewelry, genie blue, or street wear inspired by Agrabah.Tuesday, 10/20: "Be Our Guest in the Golden Age" (Decades & History Day)Featured Musicals: Hamilton, Annie, and Beauty and the BeastCostume Ideas:Hamilton (1776 / Revolutionary Era): Colonial ruffles, tri-corner hats, boots, vests, or red, white, and blue.Annie (1930s Great Depression / Vintage): Newsboy caps, suspenders, vintage cardigans, or classic red dresses with white collars.Beauty and the Beast (French Provincial / Ball Gowns): Bookish casual wear (white blouse with blue pinafore or apron) or fancy, formal vintage wear fit for an enchanted ballroom.Wednesday, 10/21: "On Wednesdays We Wear..." (Color Wars & Royal Royalty)Featured Musicals: Mean Girls, Heathers, SIX, and Wicked Costume Ideas:Students can wear tiaras, crowns, blazers, plaid skirts, or preppy argyle vests.Thursday, 10/22: "Circle of Pride" (Animal Kingdom & Safari Day)Featured Musicals: The Lion KingCostume Ideas:Animal Prints: Leopard, zebra, cheetah, or giraffe patterns.Safari Gear: Khaki vests, cargo pants, bucket hats, and binoculars.Pride Rock Spirit: Face paint with whiskers, cat ears, lion manes, or pairing safari gear with your high school’s sports jerseys and team colors.Friday, 10/23  Homecoming Friday (Blue & Yellow Day)Blue and Yellow from head to toe!Tiger gear or school spirit wear!Pom-poms, bows or beads!Blue and yellow socksAnything that show your school Spirit.Spirit Week Flyer for RBW

Celebrate with us! 🚌🎉📝National School Bus Safety Week is Oct 19-23! Join us in promoting safe bus habits and celebrating the dedicated drivers and staff who keep our students safe every day. We hope you will help us celebrate our school bus staff! We encourage you (students, parents, alumni, community members) to send a message of appreciation to a school bus employee! We have created an online form to make it easy to send a message of gratitude! Your message will printed and delivered with care and could also be featured on our website or social media channels.🚌☀️ Let's show our transportation team how much they mean to us!#CPSCelebrates

Federal Impact Aid Program Survey Cards will be sent home today with all students. Please complete the card and return it to your school as soon as possible. The Federal Impact Aid Program Survey is required each fall to determine the number of students who are federally connected. The survey card is informally referred to as the “federal card.” To learn more about our Federal Impact Aid Program, visit our website!

Join Us for a Spooky Halloween Celebration!Date: Thursday, October 22 2026Time: 5:00-6:00PMVenue: Truitt Intermediate Lakeside Parking Lot1100 Holly Ave, ChesapeakeSponsored by Boys & Girls Club, Truitt Intermediate and Rena B. Wright PrimaryTrunk or Treat Flyer

ELA MAP Testing 3rd & 4th Grade at 8:15; 2nd & 5th at 9:30

Fall Picture DayDate: Wednesday, October 28Make-Up Date: Wednesday, November 18Time: During the regular school dayImportant Information:Student Photos: All students will have their individual Fall portraits taken on October 28.Ordering Packets: Please check your child’s folder the week of October 19 for order forms and pricing details.Updates: We will update this calendar post with order links as soon as additional information is available.

Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.

Math MAP Growth Testing3rd & 4th Grade at 8:15; 2nd & 5th at 9:30

Raising a school-aged child comes with plenty of questions, and you don’t have to navigate them alone. Join us for a welcoming, judgment-free opportunity to connect with school staff, learn practical strategies, ask questions, and discover resources designed to help you and your child thrive. Grandparents, guardians, and caring adults are invited to this special open house resource event!Attendees can register for this event here!For information please email the Family and Community Engagement team at FACE@cpschools.com, or call:757-482-5923 (English line)757-482-5192 (línea telefónica en español)🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹 - 🔹This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/family-and-community-engagement

For Elementary & Middle Schools – End of First Nine WeeksFor High School – End of Marking Period 2

School is closed for all faculty, staff, and students.

Family Jamz Math & Tech NightEvent Date: Thursday, November 19Location: Truitt Intermediate School, 1100 Holly Ave.Event Type: Title I Educational EventHosted By: Rena B. Wright Primary School & Truitt Intermediate SchoolAbout the EventRena B. Wright Primary and Truitt Intermediate are uniting to present Family Jamz Math & Tech Night, a hands-on Title I educational event designed for students and families. Attendees will engage in interactive math and technology learning activities together. Families are requested to arrive at the designated time specified for their student's grade level.Arrival SchedulePre-K, Kindergarten, & 1st Grade: 5:30 PM2nd Grade & 3rd Grade: 5:45 PM4th Grade & 5th Grade: 6:00 PMRegistration LinkPre-registration is requested for this event. Please register online using the Family Jamz Math & Tech Night Registration Form.Family Jamz Flyer

Early release day for all schools. Schedule pending.

Schools will be closed November 26 - 27 (Thursday, and Friday) for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no school (on-campus or virtual) for students, faculty, and staff.District and school offices will also be closed November 26 - 27 (Thursday and Friday) for the Thanksgiving holiday.

More info to come!

Come out to Texas Roadhouse and support Rena B. Wright Primary School by presenting this flyer to the Chesapeake, VA location, and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchase back to this organization.Deal runs from 3:00pm to 10:00pm. You can dine in or call in a order for pick up. Just remember to bring a copy of the RBW Dine to Donate Flyer with you!

More Info to come!

All schools will be closed for students and teachers from Wednesday, December 23, through and including Friday, January 1, 2027, for winter break.Classes will resume on a regular schedule on Monday, January 4, 2027.

We welcome back our students from winter break – today is the first school day in 2027!

Schools are closed today in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

ALL GRADE LEVELS. ALL SCHOOLS.For high schools – this marks the end of the first semester/marking period 4.For elementary and middle schools – this marks the end of the second quarter.

This event will take place at Truitt Intermediate with both Truitt Teachers and Rena B. Wright Teachers. Check back at a later date for more details.

Schools are closed for students. No scheduled teacher-led learning for online students.

Schools are closed for students. No scheduled teacher-led learning for online students.

More Info to Come!

No School - Presidents' Day HolidayPlease note that there will be no school for students on Monday, February 15, 2027, in observance of Presidents' Day, a federal holiday.All school employees will also have the day off.Regular school operations will resume on Tuesday, February 16, 2027.

Come out to Texas Roadhouse and support Rena B. Wright Primary School by presenting this flyer to the Chesapeake, VA location, and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchase back to this organization.Deal runs from 3:00pm to 10:00pm. You can dine in or call in a order for pick up. Just remember to bring a copy of the RBW Dine to Donate Flyer with you!

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

More info to come!

More info to come!

Schools are closed for students and teachers.Please be aware that school offices and administrative office buildings may have limited availability during this holiday. If you require support or services, we strongly encourage you to call or email the specific office before visiting to ensure staff is available to assist you.Regular school operations will resume on Monday, April 5, 2027. Review the calendar for the full break dates.

Today is the end of a grading period for all grade levels.For High School – End of Marking Period 6For Middle & Elementary Schools – End of the third quarter.

No School for Students - Teacher WorkdayToday is a scheduled teacher workday. This means that students do not report to school buildings and there will be no virtual learning sessions on this day.Regular classes will resume on Thursday, April 15, 2027. Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.

This event will take place at Truitt Intermediate with both Truitt Teachers and Rena B. Wright Teachers. Check back at a later date for more details.

More Info will come. This is for students who will be in Kindergarten for the 2027-2028 School year, (current PreK students)

Visit https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/yb107716Cost $15.00 per book.Book will be delivered during the first week of June.

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

More info to come!

No School - Memorial Day HolidayPlease note that there will be no school for students on Monday, May 31, 2027, to commemorate Memorial Day, a federal holiday.All school employees will also have the day off.Regular school operations will resume on Tuesday, June 1, 2027.

This event is for our RBW 2nd graders who will be transitioning to Truitt Intermediate for the 2027-2028 School year.Check back at a later date for more info.

Early release schedule TBA

Today is the final day of the 2026-2027 school year! Review the school calendar to confirm the final day and any end-of-year details.

Friday, June 18, 2027, is a Teacher Workday. Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day.