Black History Month Essay/Poster/Video Contest Accepting Entries

The Cherry Hill African American Civic Association and the Cherry Hill Public Library announce the 2024 Reverand Ivan George Essay/Poster/Video Contest for Black History Month. The contest is open to ALL public school students in Cherry Hill in grades K through 12. The theme for this year is "Their Stories Matter: African Americans in our Schools and Community." Entry deadline is January 29, 2024.

Full information, including contest rules, rubric, and submission links, is available online.

CHPS Awarded Preschool Education Aid by NJDOE

At a celebratory event held at our own Estelle V. Malberg Early Childhood Center on October 18, 2023, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) announced that 26 school districts, including the  Cherry Hill Public Schools, will receive Preschool Education Expansion (PEA) Expansion.

The District requested $3,417,615 in PEA to tentatively serve 249 full-day, general education, preschool students in 2023-2024.

"We are thrilled that our application for Preschool Education Aid Expansion has been approved," said Acting Superintendent Dr. Kwame Morton. "This will allow us to reach a much larger portion of young learners, providing key learning opportunities and helping facilitate their long-term success." 

Assistant Superintendent, PreK-12 and Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Farrah Mahan, expressed equal enthusiasm at the news.

"This will immersurably enhance our excellent educational programs," Dr. Mahan said. "We are excited to move forward with our expansion plans. It's wonderful to think of all the students who will now receive crucial early education, thanks to this funding."

The NJDOE will provide professional development and technical assistance geared toward the implementation of high-quality preschool programming in CHPS. 

Preschool FAQ

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. 

Student Groups Call for Peace

Students from Cherry Hill High School East's Jewish Student Union, Muslim Student Association and Middle Eastern North African Association have released a written statement and a video calling for peace in the school community and beyond. You may view the video on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9VvolPdAuQ

A Message for the Cherry Hill Community

Please read a Message for the Cherry Hill Community - October 12, 2023.

Follow-up Letter from the Acting Superintendent

Please read the follow-up letter to the October 7, 2023 letter from the acting superintendent.

Letter from the Acting Superintendent Regarding the Attack on Israel

Please read the letter from Dr. Morton regarding the attack on Israel.

CHPS Awarded $250,000 Grant to Fund Tree Planting

WE are celebrating our $250,000 grant award to fund tree planting at our schools! Marking Climate Week, September 17-24, Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette, Sustainable Jersey and The College of New Jersey announced the award of $4.55 million in grants to fund the planting of trees at 34 public schools, colleges, and universities in the state. Funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) auction proceeds, the Trees for Schools grant program will help mitigate climate change through the planting of more than 3,000 trees across the state, many in overburdened communities and those experiencing elevated temperatures due to insufficient numbers of trees and an excess of paved areas. Awarded grants range from $12,000 to $250,000.

WE will now work with the Trees for Schools project team to develop our tree project design and will participate in tree-planting workshops. The tree plantings are scheduled for spring 2024.

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.