NEW ITEMS

Updated Bell Schedule: April 13 - June 8

Schools will be closed on Tuesday, April 21, due to the special election that is scheduled for that day.
The Board also approved the division administration’s recommendation to add 10 minutes to the end of the school day from April 13 through June 8 to maintain compliance with statutory requirements for the school year.

The instructional school day, April 13 through June 8, will end at the following times:

• High Schools, 2:10 p.m.

• Middle Schools, 4:15 p.m.

• “A” Elementary Schools, 2:45 p.m.

• “B” Elementary Schools, 3:25 p.m.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools Expands Access to Mental Health Support for Students

Uwill collaborates with VBCPS to bring 24/7/365 teletherapy and crisis support to 35,000 students in grades 6 to 12. Use this link to access more information.

Health Update for Families 

As we move through cold and flu season, here are some helpful tips to support the well‑being of VBCPS.

Please keep your child home if they are feeling unwell. Students may return to school when:  

• • They have been fever‑free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever‑reducing medication. A fever is an oral temperature of 100.4°F or higher.

  • Their symptoms are improving.

If your child tests positive for COVID‑19, flu, or RSV, they may return to school when: 

• They have been fever‑free for at least 24 hours without fever‑reducing medication.

• Their symptoms are improving.

Families interested in staying informed about current respiratory illness trends can access updated data and resources from the Virginia Department of Health link below.

Free Financial Aid Help Desk 

Help is available for Virginia students and families who are completing this year's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) announced a financial aid help desk to support completion of the application.   

Students can text “Hello” to 434-478-4003 and receive answers to their financial aid questions from an expert within 24 business hours. The service is available at no cost to Virginia students and is part of SCHEV’s efforts to ensure that no student leaves financial aid funding on the table.     

As you apply, be sure to keep college and university deadlines in mind. For more information, visit www.levelupvirginia.org/about-us/gear-up 

Supporting Students on the Road to Recovery

Is your high school student on a journey of recovery from substance use disorder? The Harbor Hope Center provides a full-time regional recovery program that combines academic learning with therapeutic support in a safe, structured environment at no cost to families.

Serving students from Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, the program offers a supportive community to help students rebuild confidence and stay on track academically. Families interested in learning more or enrolling a student can fill out the interest form to get started.

Application for Student Meal Benefits

Dear VBCPS families, If you are a federal employee affected by the government shutdown, please submit an online application for meal benefits at www.schoolcafe.com. Create a parent account and click on "apply for benefits." Although the shutdown has ended, families affected by federal furloughs and other life changes may be eligible for reduced or free school meals for your students. Approval of these benefits may also provide assistance with AP testing fees, dental fees, and reduced-cost day care. If approved, benefits will remain in effect for the remainder of the 2025–2026 VBCPS school year.

Visit vbschools.com for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Food Services at (757) 263-1101.

Foodbank Donations to Take Home

We know how busy life can get, and sometimes putting meals on the table can feel like a challenge. 

At Bayside High School, we have a program through The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore that provides a bag of kid-friendly, shelf-stable food about every two weeks. Students will receive an email from Ms. Strader letting them know when to stop by the counseling office to pick up 1-2 bags. These bags will fit perfectly into a backpack. This program is completely free for families and runs from September 2025 through May 2026.

Please note: Some items may contain allergens such as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, milk, or eggs. All items are pre-packaged and labeled.

If you’d like your student to pick up 1-2 bags every two weeks, please send an email to Ms. Strader at  lisa.strader@vbschools.com  and she will add him/her to the list. 

We are excited to support your family in this way and hope it helps make weekends a little easier.

Senior Class of 2026 Information

Senior parents, you have the opportunity to eat lunch with your graduating senior for the last time on Wednesday, June 3, from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. Use this link to sign up. 

Junior Class of 2027 Information

Get ready to step back into the Roaring Twenties — Junior Prom 2026 is almost here! 🥂✨We are thrilled to invite all juniors to an unforgettable evening inspired by The Great Gatsby, filled with music, dancing, and memories that will last long after the last song fades.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Grand Affairs, Virginia Beach
🎩👗 Theme: The Great Gatsby (think glam, gold, and classic style!)
🎟️ Ticket Sales Are Open!
Tickets are now available for purchase and can be bought through School Cash Online. We encourage families to purchase tickets early.
Link: https://vbschools.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/26801/247/False/True

This is a special milestone for our juniors, and we’re excited to celebrate them with an evening that’s both elegant and fun. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Let’s make this a night worthy of Gatsby himself! 💫We can’t wait to celebrate with the Class of 2026. 

Warm regards,

The Junior Class Team
Mrs. Samantha Wilson - samantha.wilson@vbschools.com
Mrs. Savannah Stamper - savannah.stamper@vbschools.com
P.S. Encourage your junior to grab their ticket soon — this is one party they won’t want to miss! 🎶✨

Calendars & Schedules

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Cell Phone Policy

VBPS Policy and Regulation:

Policy 5-52: Cell Phone-Free Education-cellular phones and personal communication devices-student.

Regulation 5-52.1: Cellular Phones and Personal Electronic Communication Devices- Limitation on Use

The use of personal communication devices by students during instructional time is determined to be disruptive to the educational environment, not conducive to productive learning experiences and often the source of disciplinary intervention.

This policy is a proactive approach to actively engaging students in learning, preserving instructional time, and to reducing behaviors that interfere with the learning environment. If it is necessary to contact your child during the school day, call our main office. Should students need to contact a parent or guardian, they must use the main office phone. Please reference Policy 5-52 and Regulation 5-52.1for additional details.

VBCPS expectation is that students will not have access to cellphones during the school day.

Any student who uses a personal cell phone, communication device or accessories in violation of a local, state or federal crime will be referred to law enforcement and will be further disciplined for such action. Parents/legal guardians of minor students may be required to meet with the school administrators to address their student’s continued violation of this Regulation. This flyer educates students on the consequences for repeated violations.

Attendance Policy

We want to emphasize the critical importance of regular school attendance for your child's academic success and overall development. Consistent attendance ensures that your child receives the education and opportunities they deserve. If your child is unwell or unable to attend school, we request that you promptly communicate with the attendance office to report the absence. In line with attendance policies, if a student becomes chronically truant, it may lead to more serious consequences, including loss of academic credit due and/or potential legal actions. Our aim is to provide a safe and enriching environment for all students, and your active involvement in ensuring their regular attendance greatly contributes to achieving this goal. Please refer to the student code of conduct pages, 10-14 with specific attendance guidelines.

Please use the following email for any attendance notes, questions, or concerns: BaysideHSAttendance@vbschools.com. If you are in need of further assistance, please contact the Main Office at 757-648-5200.

Tardy Policy

Students should be in class and prepared to the learn when the bell rings. Students who enter class late disrupt learning for themselves and their classmates. This flyer educates students on the consequences for repeated tardies.

To go to School or not go to School... Is that your question?

It can be hard to know what to do if your student is ill. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), if your student has the following symptoms, they should stay home, as their illness could affect their ability to participate in school and there is concern that they might spread infection to staff and other students:

• Fever, including a fever with a new rash.

• Vomiting more than twice in the preceding 24 hours.

• Diarrhea that causes "accidents," is bloody, or results in greater than two bowel movements above what the child normally experiences in a 24-hour period.

• Skin sores that are draining fluid on an uncovered part of the body and are unable to be covered with a bandage.

• Respiratory virus symptoms that are worsening or not improving and not better explained by another cause such as seasonal allergies.

Your student may return to school when:

• The student has not had a fever (and is not using fever-reducing medicine) for at least 24 hours.

• A healthcare provider has evaluated the fever with a new rash and the fever has resolved.

• Uncovered skin sores are crusting, and the child is under treatment from a provider.

• Vomiting has resolved overnight and the child can hold down food/liquids in the morning.

• Diarrhea has improved, and the child is no longer having accidents or is having bowel movements no more than 2 above normal per 24-hour period for the child. Bloody diarrhea should be evaluated by a healthcare provider before return.

• Respiratory virus symptoms are getting better overall for at least 24 hours.

Students and staff returning after a respiratory illness can consider additional actions to reduce the spread.

CDC Website

Student Parking Permits

Student parking permits will be on sale starting Monday, August 18th to Thursday, August 21st from 8am-1pm in the Main Office. 

Use this link to apply for a Student Parking Permit. 

Each student should complete the application prior to having the parking permit issued. There is a $45 fee for each decal and are non-transferable.  Vo-Tech and ATC students must show proof of attendance to obtain a discounted permit for a $35 fee. Decals will not be sold at a prorated fee and all issued decals will expire on the last day of school for students. Fees may be paid online at School Cash Online, or in person with exact cash, check or money order. 

As of August 25th, parking permits will be issued from either the Main Office or Student Activities Office from 7:10 - 7:20 a.m  and 2:15 - 2:30 p.m.; passes will not be issued during instructional time. You must have a copy of the current vehicle insurance card along with a valid driver’s license. Va. Code § 22.1-205.1: Each public high school shall require any student who applies to obtain a pass to park a vehicle on school property to provide evidence that the student possesses a valid driver’s license or driver privilege card. 

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