COLONEL FRED CHERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School is a public school that is part of the Suffolk City Public Schools school district, located in SUFFOLK, VA.

Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School is a public institution located in Suffolk, Virginia, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Suffolk Public Schools district, the facility is named in honor of Colonel Fred Cherry, a distinguished Vietnam War veteran and the first African American prisoner of war in North Vietnam, whose legacy of resilience and leadership serves as an inspirational cornerstone for the school’s community identity.

The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and rigorous academic environment designed to prepare middle schoolers for the transition to high school. By focusing on both core curricular excellence and the social-emotional development of early adolescents, Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School emphasizes character building, collaborative learning, and student engagement. Through its diverse programs and dedication to high expectations, the school strives to empower its students to become productive, responsible citizens within the greater Suffolk area.

For more information, contact Colonel Fred Cherry Middle School at (757) 925-6752 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.