Welcome To Our School

Chesapeake Public 
Charter School

20945 Great Mills Road, Suite 501
Lexington Park, MD 20653
301-863-9585 phone
301-863-9586 fax

Ms. Angela Funya 
Education Director 

Welcome to CPCS!  The Chesapeake Public Charter School is a diverse learning community of parents, teachers, staff, students, and local citizens actively collaborating to create a dynamic learning environment. This school provides educational opportunities for developing mind, body, and spirit through an integrated approach to academic excellence, individual expression and character development. Members of this community are compassionate world citizens who embrace lifelong learning.  

Congratulations!

Two CPCS students have received honors and positions with the Tri-County Honors Orchestra. 

Out of 76 violin players that tried out, Ben Rhine made first chair!  As concert master he is responsible for calling the orchestra to order at the concert and providing the tuning notes. 
 
Samantha Naluai also made it and is the 4th chair, showing off her amazing ability to play countermelodies against a melody.

Chili and Bingo Night

Chili and Bingo Night
Friday January 27th

6:00 Chili Dinner       6:45 Bingo Starts

 * Homemade Chili, mac & cheese and muffins
 * Great game of Bingo
 * Tons of Fun!

All for only $5

Volunteers are needed to assist with food prep and set up. 
Please contact Cynthia Chan.

Prospective Student Info Session

The Chesapeake Public Charter School (CPCS) will conduct two Prospective Student Information Session/Tours on Wednesday, January 11, 2012, from 6:30-7:30 pm, and Wednesday, January 25, 2012, from 5-6 pm.  The school is located at 20945 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park.  The open application period for the school begins January 2, 2012, and closes on January 31, 2012.

Chesapeake Public Charter School is a small school setting aimed at providing an alternative for parents seeking a smaller, more personalized learning environment for their child.  CPCS is a tuition-free, 11-month public school that is part of the St. Mary’s County Public School system.  Admission to CPCS is open to all students residing in St. Mary’s County in kindergarten through eighth grade.  Current teachers, parents and students will be on hand to answer questions and lead tours of the school.  Applications and admission information will be available that night as well as at the school and on the website.  All applications for the 2012-2013 school year lottery must be received no later than January, 31, 2012.  For more details, contact the school’s main office at 301-863-9585.