Recent News Articles
Posted on Monday, July 29, 2019
Dr. Judy Jankowski
CBA Head of School
The Chesapeake Bay Academy community congratulates our Head of School, Dr. Judy Jankowski, on her recent receipt of a Klingenstein Fellowship at the Teacher’s College at Columbia University in New York.
The highly-selective program is open internationally and only 20 candidates are selected each year to participate in a 2 week, fully funded, think tank of independent school educators. Through intensive study and collaboration, school heads discuss... Read More
Posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Dave Levin, MD
Co-Founder, Sansoro
CBA Trustee
CBA congratulates trustee Dave Levin, MD on the success of Sansoro Health and its recent merger with Datica Health. Dr. Levin joined the CBA Board of Trustees in 2011 and currently serves on the Executive and Strategic Planning committees. Dr. Levin is the father of CBA alumna Sarah Levin, class of 2012, and is a self-described “CBA Lifer.” His commitment to CBA grows from his personal experience and deep understanding of the needs of... Read More
Posted on Monday, June 3, 2019
Chesapeake Bay Academy is proud to have been selected as a 2019-2020 "School of Excellence" by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET). This is the third year in a row the school has recieved the award.
As the highest level of recognition a private special education school can achieve through the professional association, this honor is presented to private special education schools that meet rigorous professional criteria and have demonstrated truly exceptional... Read More
Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Chesapeake Bay Academy is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a beneficiary of the 2019 Priority Toyota Charity Bowl Football Game!
The 51st Annual Priority Toyota Charity Bowl Football Game is taking place on Saturday, September 14th at S.B. Ballard Stadium. The celebrity flag football game which is played by local celebrities and politicians is a long standing tradition that has been going on for over 50 years. Originally, the game was a fundraiser for The Joy Fund; however... Read More
Posted on Tuesday, April 16, 2019
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Jankowski has been appointed to serve a second term on the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) Board of Directors. Founded in 1973, VAIS is the leader in advancing and advocating for PK-12 independent school education in Virginia. Its accreditation program is one of a select few recognized at the international level through the International Council Advancing Independent School Accreditation (ICAISA). VAIS is also recognized and approved by... Read More
Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Alan B. Rashkind, Esq.
Board Trustee, CBA
Congratulations to Alan B. Rashkind, Board Trustee, for being selected the 2019 Eggleston/I’Anson Professionalism Award Winner by the Norfolk & Portsmouth Bar Association.
The Eggleston/I'Anson Professionalism Award is named after former Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justices John W. Eggleston, of Norfolk, and Lawrence W. I'Anson, of Portsmouth. The award honors present and former members of the NPBA who have exemplified the highest standards... Read More
Posted on Monday, December 17, 2018
Lovely Edwards, CBA Diversity Committee Leader and MS Para-Professional, recently attended the National Association of Independent School's People of Color Conference.
The conference is the flagship of the National Association of Independent Schools' (NAIS) commitment to equity and justice in teaching and learning. The mission of the conference is to provide safe space for leadership, professional development and networking for people of color and allies of all backgrounds in independent... Read More
Posted on Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Chesapeake Bay Academy is pleased to announce that Dominion Energy, through its philanthropic arm, the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation, has awarded CBA a grant of $4,500 in support of their new project, Preparing the Next Generation of Environmental Stewards. The grant is part of Dominion Energy’s commitment to environmental organizations and communities across the country. This year Dominion Energy is awarding $1 million in grants to nearly 130 organizations in 12 states to help improve... Read More
Posted on Monday, November 20, 2017
William W. King
Board Trustee
Congratulations to William W. King, Board Trustee, for being selected as this year’s “Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser” by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Hampton Roads Chapter.
Mr. King is well known throughout the community for his volunteerism as he dedicates himself tirelessly to several area non-profits. He has served on the Board of Trustees of Chesapeake Bay Academy for 22 years, is Chairman of the Advancement Committee, and Co-Chair... Read More
Posted on Thursday, November 9, 2017
Congratulations to Ms. April Suratos, middle school teacher, for being selected as Chesapeake Bay Academy's "Teacher of the Year" by Dr. Jankowski.
Each year, Regent University and the School of Education honor local teachers by hosting Salute to Teachers. The area's top public and private school educators were recognized during the 19th annual event held on Friday, November 3 at The Founders Inn and Spa in Virginia Beach.
Ms. Suratos was selected based on her demonstrated expertise in... Read More
