Hello, Kempsville Families!

Welcome to Kempsville High School's Rising 9th Grade Information Night! Below you will find a number of resources that will provide valuable information about life as a Kempsville Chief, including information on the variety of courses offered, graduation requirements, student activities, and more! Of course, we wish we could spend the evening with you, but we hope the resources we have included will help show you what we are all about down here on Chief Trail!

Live Stream

December 14, 2021 | 6:00 p.m.

We are excited to offer a Live Stream session for families who are able to attend. Please click the link below to access the meeting. If you aren't able to attend, please check back as we will upload the recorded session. We can't wait to meet you all!

Zoom Meeting Link

Passcode if asked: WILSON

welcome!

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ADMINISTRATION

Our administration is excited to introduce themselves and welcome you all to our virtual information night!

Welcome Video.mp4

Freshman Class

Our Freshman Class Sponsors can't wait to meet you. Here they are to welcome you to Chief Territory and show you what to expect!

general information

graduation requirements

Graduation may seem far away right now, but don't blink! June 2026 will be here before you know it, and mapping out your plan to get there starts now!

Click here to see the rising 9th grade course request form.

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Student activities

Kempsville has so many opportunities to get involved. Hear what some of our current students have to say about their experiences.

Want to learn more? Click here to check out slides of our clubs, activities, and sports teams. For additional information, click here to access the KHS Student Activities website.

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ESL Information

If you have a student who is an English as a Second Language Learner, please take a moment to hear about the support system we have here at Kempsville.

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Student life

Want to know what a school year looks like at Kempsville? Enjoy this glimpse of community, fun, learning, and love that happen every day.

core courses

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math

There are so many possibilities for math, so be sure to check out how to properly plan your math journey!

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English

Reading, Writing, Communication, Presentations

English is that class that can support you in all subject areas and beyond while giving you an opportunity to reflect on yourself and the world around you.

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Science

In the wise words of Bill Nye, "Science Rules!" Check out the options you have, but be sure your math plans line up with your science adventures!

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Social STudies

We are making history right now, but check out the opportunities you have to learn from our past!

electives

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Public Speaking

Whether you take Dual Enrollment or year-long public speaking, you're in for a treat!

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family and consumer sciences

Culinary, parenting, independent living? The future is now! Get ready for those everyday skills right here at Kempsville!

Fine arts

Show off your natural creativity or hone in those skills you've always wanted to have with our art, sculpting, and painting classes! Click the image above to hear more!

Performing arts

Chorus! Band! Orchestra! Piano! Guitar!

There are so many opportunities when it comes to our performing arts program. Click on the image above to hear all about it!

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Business

Business classes aren't just for students who want to own their own businesses. Check out the skills you'll learn through these courses!

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world languages

Hola! Bonjour! Konnichiwa! Guten Tag!

Learning a new language is exciting and adds a skill that can benefit you in any career path! Which will you choose?

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YEARBOOK

Our Media Studies course includes Yearbook and Journalism, which provides an opportunity to create publications for our school while earning credit for a class. Take a look here for more information.

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Marketing

Marketing isn't just for students who are interested in advertising. This course provides an opportunity for students to apply real-world skills of critical thinking and problem solving!

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Technology education

Career fields in technology are growing at an amazing rate, so get future-ready with our technology education courses!

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avid

Here at Kempsville, every classroom is an AVID classroom, but let's hear it straight from our coordinator! Click on the picture above to access the presentation.

Click here for the AVID application.

Advanced Technology center

The ATC is a great opportunity for students who are ready to choose a program that supports their academic and career interests. Click the image above to learn about all the ATC has to offer.

Technical and career education center

The Tech Center is home to a number of programs that allow students hands-on learning opportunities. Click the image above to learn more about it!

Entrepreneurship and business academy

Kempsville is home to the EBA, and we are excited to share what opportunities we have in our academy! Click on the image above to access the academy's informational page.