September 25, 2026
Photo Gallery: Budget Bistro
We loved bringing our community together for the Budget Bistro! About 200 staff, families, and students came out to CMS on Wednesday night to share their voice and break bread as a community. Atten...
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September 24, 2026
Cheer on the Black Knights at Friday's homecoming football game
Support our Black Knight Nation by coming out to Friday’s football (and marching band) homecoming game at CHS!CHS vs. AlbemarleFriday, September 25Kickoff at 7pmTheodose Stadium at CHSTickets CHS s...
September 23, 2026
Cville Schools This Week: School construction funds, Budget Bistro, and more news you can use
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 A Word From Dr. Gurley Dear Charlottesville City Schools families and staff, Our schools are strong because our community is strong. This evening, our School Board is ...
September 22, 2026
You're Invited to a Family Workshop on Preventing Youth Substance Use
Join us for a free Community Schools workshop presented by Region Ten Community Services Board and the Trauma Program. Learn simple ways to talk with your teen, spot warning signs of substance use,...
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Meet the Principal
Dr. Summerlyn Thompson holds undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Virginia, along with a doctorate from Virginia Tech. Previously the longtime principal of Johnson Elementary, she became principal of Walker in 2023.
