Colonial Heights City Public Schools provide outstanding educational programs for approximately 2900 students. The system is composed of three elementary schools (K-5), a middle school (6-8), and a high school that includes a technical center (9-12). All of the schools are accredited by the Virginia Board of Education and by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school division achieved District Accreditation under AdvancED. MISSION STATEMENT: Colonial Heights Public Schools, in partnership with the home and the community, will provide each student with a relevant, quality education. The skills taught shall enable each student to become a self-sufficient, productive member of the global society prepared to enter the job market and/or continue his/her education. To accomplish our mission, Colonial Heights Public Schools will provide: 脴 A challenging curricula/instructional program that will meet the present and future needs of our students. 脴 A well-trained and caring staff who is sensitive to the needs of students and who accepts responsibility for student learning. 脴 A safe, clean, attractive, nurturing student-oriented environment. 脴 A school climate where schools are governed through a collaborative decision-making process. 脴 A system of effective, ongoing communication that will enhance the relationships among school system, home, and community.