Reminder to Complete COVID-19 Screening Checklist, Stay Home if Experiencing Symptoms or Awaiting COVID-19 Test Results

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO ALL PARENTS: Please be sure to have your children take the District's daily self-assessment each morning before they leave for school, and follow the recommendations in the self-assessment.  If you have additional questions regarding this matter, please contact your school nurse.

A checklist that can be translated into more than 90 languages via our "Select Language" option at the top left corner of this website also is available. 

Board of Education Candidate Biographies Available

The biographies of the seven candidates running for three open Board of Education seats are now available online. The biographies, listed in ballot order, are published as written by the candidates, unedited.

The Cherry Hill Zone PTA will host a Candidate Forum, moderated by the League of Women Voters, on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 7 pm. This meeting will be held online. 

Join the meeting via a computer or mobile device at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81694410918

Join the meeting by phone:
646-558-8656  or 301-715-8592  

Dial the Meeting ID followed by # when prompted
Meeting ID: 816 9441 0918

Election Day is Tuesday, November 7, 2023. 

Superintendent Search Is Underway

WE are seeking community input as our search for a new Superintendent of Schools is underway. Information on how to participate is available online.

School-Age Child Care Program Hiring for Before and After School Programs

Are you creative and enthusiastic? Do you enjoy working with school-age children? The School Age Child Care (SACC) Program is hiring in their before and after-school programs. Schedule is Monday through Friday, with Before Care hours from 6:45 am - 8:45 am and After Care hours from 3:20 pm - 6:05 pm.

Call the SACC Office at (856) 429-6564 or apply online.  

Applications for Free & Reduced Price Meals Now Available 

Attention all parents: Be sure to fill out the application for Free and Reduced Price Meals on payschoolscentral.com.

Why fill out a meal application?

• You may qualify as the eligibility guidelines have been expanded for the 23-24 school year
• If you qualify for meal benefits, you may be eligible for additional benefits (internet discounts, sports fee waived, etc.)
• The information is confidential

Letters to parents in English and Spanish are available online.

Questions? Need a paper copy mailed to you? Contact your school's main office, guidance department, or Alisha Wilson at 856-429-5600 extension 4348 or awilson@chclc.org.

CHPS Statement Regarding Harassment/Intimidation/Bullying and Violations of the Student Code of Conduct

Please read the Cherry Hill Public School District's statement regarding Harassment/Intimidation/Bullying (HIB) and violations of the student code of conduct.

Board of Education Statement about Superintendent Search

A statement from Board of Education President Ms. Miriam Stern is available online. 

CHPS Committed to Access

WE are committed to access across the district, with projects completed, projects in progress, and projects planned. Our Capital Reserve Funds provide the foundational funds for one-time expenses to improve educational spaces, make investments in existing infrastructure and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Projects will continue through 2023 and beyond! Text-only list of projects available at CHPS Committed to Access

Statement on CHPS Family Life Education 2022

Please read the May 23, 2022 statement from Superintendent Dr. Joseph Meloche and Board of Education President Mr. Benjamin Ovadia regarding the Cherry Hill Public Schools' Family Life Education.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Document on Critical Race Theory Available

Questions about Critical Race Theory and its use in public schools are becoming commonplace in the Cherry Hill community. A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document on the subject is available on this website.

New Service Offers 24/7/365 Support to Families

We are committed to the well-being of our students, staff, and families to create a safe and healthy learning environment. In support of our ongoing commitment, we partnered with Care Solace to provide an additional layer of care for our community.

Care Solace helps individuals find mental health care providers and substance use treatment centers. Their Care Companion™ team is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year to quickly connect you to carefully verified providers in our community.

Please read the letter from Dr. Meloche for details about this service.

Two CHPS Schools Earn National District of Character Designation

WE are thrilled to announce our TWO character.org National Schools of Character 2021: Joyce Kilmer Elementary School and Cherry Hill High School East! As of today, ALL 19 of our schools have earned the National School of Character designation! Way to go Wildcats & Cougars!

Letter from the Superintendent Regarding Rise in Antisemitism

Please read the letter from Dr. Meloche regarding the recent rise in antisemitism.