Great Bridge Intermediate Veterans Day Donation Drive--Veterans Day is around the corner! Let’s come together to give back to the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our country.
Great Bridge Intermediate is hosting a Veterans Day Donation Drive to collect essential items for local veterans in need. Every donation, big or small, is a way to say THANK YOU to those who have served.
Wall of Honor--Great Bridge Intermediate would also like to honor American veterans with a **Wall of Honor**. Families who would like to recognize a veteran should submit the following:
- A photocopy of a photograph of your veteran or veterans. Please do not send an original photograph.
- The photograph must be no larger than 4 inches by 6 inches.
- Include the completed Wall of Honor form.
**Submission deadline: November 2**
-Please turn in the photograph and completed form to the Military and Family Life Counselor mailbox by November 2.
Thank you, Wildcats, for helping us honor our veterans and support those who have served our country!
Great Bridge Intermediate is hosting a Veterans Day Donation Drive to collect essential items for local veterans in need. Every donation, big or small, is a way to say THANK YOU to those who have served.
Wall of Honor--Great Bridge Intermediate would also like to honor American veterans with a **Wall of Honor**. Families who would like to recognize a veteran should submit the following:
- A photocopy of a photograph of your veteran or veterans. Please do not send an original photograph.
- The photograph must be no larger than 4 inches by 6 inches.
- Include the completed Wall of Honor form.
**Submission deadline: November 2**
-Please turn in the photograph and completed form to the Military and Family Life Counselor mailbox by November 2.
Thank you, Wildcats, for helping us honor our veterans and support those who have served our country!
WILDCATS, WE HAVE SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE!
Great Bridge Intermediate is FULLY ACCREDITED and has earned DISTINGUISHED STATUS with an outstanding 96.79%!
The Virginia Department of Education has released its School Quality Profile (State Report Card), and we are incredibly proud of our GBI Wildcats! This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our amazing students, teachers, staff, families, and school community.
Together, we continue to LEARN, GROW, and ACHIEVE! Way to go, Wildcats! The GBI pride is ROARING!
🔗 View our official School Quality Profile here:
https://schoolquality.virginia.gov/schools/great-bridge-intermediate
#GBIWildcats #GreatBridgeIntermediate #DistinguishedStatus #FullyAccredited #WildcatPride #ChesapeakePublicSchools #LearnGrowAchieveTogether
Great Bridge Intermediate is FULLY ACCREDITED and has earned DISTINGUISHED STATUS with an outstanding 96.79%!
The Virginia Department of Education has released its School Quality Profile (State Report Card), and we are incredibly proud of our GBI Wildcats! This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our amazing students, teachers, staff, families, and school community.
Together, we continue to LEARN, GROW, and ACHIEVE! Way to go, Wildcats! The GBI pride is ROARING!
🔗 View our official School Quality Profile here:
https://schoolquality.virginia.gov/schools/great-bridge-intermediate
#GBIWildcats #GreatBridgeIntermediate #DistinguishedStatus #FullyAccredited #WildcatPride #ChesapeakePublicSchools #LearnGrowAchieveTogether
Today, our students became Math Doctors! They reviewed the Order of Operations and put their skills to the test with the Operation Game! From solving problems to catching mistakes, our mathematicians were diagnosing equations like pros!
Learning + teamwork + a little competition = a great day in math! #GBIWildcats #MathDoctors #OrderOfOperations #MathIsFun #LearningInAction
Learning + teamwork + a little competition = a great day in math! #GBIWildcats #MathDoctors #OrderOfOperations #MathIsFun #LearningInAction
BIG congratulations to our AWESOME GBI Teacher of the Year, Crystal Cameron!
Crystal, your passion, creativity, dedication, and heart make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and in our GBI family. We are so proud to celebrate YOU and all that you bring to Great Bridge Intermediate!
Help us give Crystal a huge Wildcat congratulations!
#GBIWildcats #TeacherOfTheYear #GreatBridgeIntermediate #WildcatPride #GBIProud #CongratulationsCrystal
Learning took flight today at the airshow! Our GBI Wildcats had an amazing day exploring, discovering, and learning through hands-on activities. These real-world experiences brought learning to life and gave our students opportunities to see STEM in action! #AirShow#GBIWildcats #HandsOnLearning #STEMinAction #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #GreatBridgeIntermediate
CEREAL WARS ARE ON!
It’s Great Bridge High VS. Hickory High, and GBI is ready to provide some WILDCAT help! 💚💛 Help us fill the shelves with unopened boxes of cereal to be donated to a local food bank. Every box counts toward victory!
Collection Dates: September 21–25
Let’s show them what WILDCAT pride looks like!
GBI…LET’S CRUNCH THE COMPETITION!
It’s Great Bridge High VS. Hickory High, and GBI is ready to provide some WILDCAT help! 💚💛 Help us fill the shelves with unopened boxes of cereal to be donated to a local food bank. Every box counts toward victory!
Collection Dates: September 21–25
Let’s show them what WILDCAT pride looks like!
GBI…LET’S CRUNCH THE COMPETITION!
🎙️ Season 4 of Amplified is here! We’re starting the new season with Superintendent Dr. Doug Brubaker, who sits down with us to talk about his first weeks in Chesapeake. From what has impressed him about our schools and students to what brought his family to Chesapeake, Dr. Brubaker shares his early impressions and what he’s looking forward to in the year ahead.
Listen today at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧
We Remember. We Honor. We Thank You.
A heartfelt thank you from our Wildcats to the Chesapeake Fire Department for being our everyday heroes.
#NeverForget #September11 #ThankYouFirefighters #GBIWildcats
A heartfelt thank you from our Wildcats to the Chesapeake Fire Department for being our everyday heroes.
#NeverForget #September11 #ThankYouFirefighters #GBIWildcats
WELCOME BACK, WILDCATS!
The halls of Great Bridge Intermediate are now filled with smiling faces, big dreams, new adventures, and LOTS of Wildcat pride!
Here’s to a brand-new school year filled with learning, growing, creating, exploring, and making memories together.
To our amazing students, dedicated staff, and wonderful GBI families—we are SO excited to have you back!
Let’s make it a GREAT year, Wildcats!
Together We ROAR!
#GreatBridgeIntermediate #GBIWildcats #WelcomeBackWildcats #WildcatPride #TogetherWeROAR #BackToSchool #GBI2026 #GreatThingsHappenHere
The halls of Great Bridge Intermediate are now filled with smiling faces, big dreams, new adventures, and LOTS of Wildcat pride!
Here’s to a brand-new school year filled with learning, growing, creating, exploring, and making memories together.
To our amazing students, dedicated staff, and wonderful GBI families—we are SO excited to have you back!
Let’s make it a GREAT year, Wildcats!
Together We ROAR!
#GreatBridgeIntermediate #GBIWildcats #WelcomeBackWildcats #WildcatPride #TogetherWeROAR #BackToSchool #GBI2026 #GreatThingsHappenHere
Meet the Teacher!
A huge THANK YOU to all of our GBI families who joined us for Meet the Teacher today! It was so wonderful to see so many smiling faces, excited students, and families filling our school with energy and excitement.
We are so grateful for our GBI community and can’t wait to see all that this new school year will bring! Here’s to a year filled with learning, growing, making memories, and plenty of Wildcat pride!
We’re ready for you, Wildcats! Let’s make it a GREAT year!
#GBIWildcats #MeetTheTeacher #WelcomeBack #BackToSchool #WildcatPride #GreatBridgeIntermediate
A huge THANK YOU to all of our GBI families who joined us for Meet the Teacher today! It was so wonderful to see so many smiling faces, excited students, and families filling our school with energy and excitement.
We are so grateful for our GBI community and can’t wait to see all that this new school year will bring! Here’s to a year filled with learning, growing, making memories, and plenty of Wildcat pride!
We’re ready for you, Wildcats! Let’s make it a GREAT year!
#GBIWildcats #MeetTheTeacher #WelcomeBack #BackToSchool #WildcatPride #GreatBridgeIntermediate
Meet the teacher and drop off school supplies on Thursday, September 3rd. Times are assigned by the first letter of the student's last name (see image). Great Bridge Primary (GBP) and Great Bridge Intermediate (GBI )coordinated to make sure parents that have students at Great Bridge Primary and Great Bridge Intermediate would be able to attend both schools' meet the teacher event.
STOP🛑Are you enrolled for school yet? Let’s get your bus ride ready!
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
Attention families of rising kindergartners and students new to the City of Chesapeake: If you haven’t completed enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year yet, please submit your registration by August 3, 2026.
Registering by this deadline guarantees bus transportation for your child on the first day of school! Enrollments completed after August 3, 2026, will still receive a bus assignment as soon as possible, but enrolling early helps us plan for a smooth start to the school year! 🚌
Register today:
Kindergarten: cpschools.com/kindergarten
New to Chesapeake Students (Grades 1-12): cpschools.com/enrollment
Know a new neighbor? Help us spread the word and tag them below 👇
We are hiring, and stories like Perry Hunt’s reflect the impact educators have in Chesapeake Public Schools. From iteach participant to Portlock Primary School Teacher of the Year, Perry’s journey highlights the opportunities available for individuals ready to step into education and make a difference. ✨
View Perry's story here and learn how you can join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students. We are currently hiring reading specialists, media specialists, general education teachers (preK–5), special education teachers (K–12), and math teachers! Visit cpschools.com/careers to apply today! 🎉
A special episode of Amplified is now available! 🎙
As he prepares for retirement, Superintendent Dr. Jared A. Cotton joins us for a candid conversation about his time leading Chesapeake Public Schools and the journey that brought him back home to serve the community that helped shape him.
From navigating the challenges of a pandemic to expanding opportunities for students and supporting employees, Dr. Cotton reflects on the experiences, accomplishments, and people that have made an impact throughout his career.
Join us as he shares memories, lessons learned, hopes for the future, and a final message to the Chesapeake community. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.
WE HAVE OUR CHAMPIONS!
After an exciting kickball competition, teamwork, and unforgettable plays, Mrs. Betsinger's class has been crowned the champions of the annual 5th Grade Kickball Tournament!
From clutch catches to big kicks and incredible sportsmanship, these students brought their best to the field and earned the championship title! Congratulations to Mrs. Betsinger's class on an amazing victory!
Thank you to all of our 5th graders for making this year's tournament so much fun. What a fantastic way to celebrate the end of the school year!
#GBI #KickballChampions #5thGradeFun #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #Champions
After an exciting kickball competition, teamwork, and unforgettable plays, Mrs. Betsinger's class has been crowned the champions of the annual 5th Grade Kickball Tournament!
From clutch catches to big kicks and incredible sportsmanship, these students brought their best to the field and earned the championship title! Congratulations to Mrs. Betsinger's class on an amazing victory!
Thank you to all of our 5th graders for making this year's tournament so much fun. What a fantastic way to celebrate the end of the school year!
#GBI #KickballChampions #5thGradeFun #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #Champions
One Great Bridge Family!
GBP, GBI, and GBHS came together to give our rising 3rd graders a warm introduction to Great Bridge Intermediate. Second graders from Great Bridge Primary visited GBI for a fun scavenger hunt and presentation, giving them the opportunity to explore their future school and get excited for the year ahead.
A special shout out to our Great Bridge High School students in the Teachers for Tomorrow program, who led the tours and guided students through the hallways with enthusiasm and care. It was incredible to see all three Great Bridge schools come together to create such a meaningful experience.
Building connections, inspiring futures, and showing what the Great Bridge family is all about!
#GreatBridgeFamily #FutureWildcats #TeachersForTomorrow #OneCommunity #GrowingTogether
GBP, GBI, and GBHS came together to give our rising 3rd graders a warm introduction to Great Bridge Intermediate. Second graders from Great Bridge Primary visited GBI for a fun scavenger hunt and presentation, giving them the opportunity to explore their future school and get excited for the year ahead.
A special shout out to our Great Bridge High School students in the Teachers for Tomorrow program, who led the tours and guided students through the hallways with enthusiasm and care. It was incredible to see all three Great Bridge schools come together to create such a meaningful experience.
Building connections, inspiring futures, and showing what the Great Bridge family is all about!
#GreatBridgeFamily #FutureWildcats #TeachersForTomorrow #OneCommunity #GrowingTogether
Great Bridge Intermediate’s talented artists have been hard at work, and now it’s time to celebrate their creativity!
Take a virtual stroll through our GBI Art Show and enjoy the incredible artwork created by our students. From colorful masterpieces to imaginative designs, their talent shines through every piece. We are so proud of our young artists and all they have accomplished this year!
View the Art Show here:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ygHssEIGVJ5VXTQpWHlCc4MjCSVSBjrokVaBQvcSJYE/edit?usp=sharing
Leave a comment and help us celebrate the creativity, hard work, and artistic achievements of our GBI students!
#GreatBridgeIntermediate #GBIProud #StudentArtists #ArtShow #CreativeMinds #FutureArtists #GBIArt
Take a virtual stroll through our GBI Art Show and enjoy the incredible artwork created by our students. From colorful masterpieces to imaginative designs, their talent shines through every piece. We are so proud of our young artists and all they have accomplished this year!
View the Art Show here:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ygHssEIGVJ5VXTQpWHlCc4MjCSVSBjrokVaBQvcSJYE/edit?usp=sharing
Leave a comment and help us celebrate the creativity, hard work, and artistic achievements of our GBI students!
#GreatBridgeIntermediate #GBIProud #StudentArtists #ArtShow #CreativeMinds #FutureArtists #GBIArt
Today, GBI welcomed the graduating seniors of Great Bridge High School back to Great Bridge Intermediate for our annual Graduation Walk!
As they walked our hallways in their caps and gowns, they inspired our 3rd–5th grade students by showing them what dedication, perseverance, and success in education can achieve. For many of our graduates, this visit was especially meaningful—they once sat in these very classrooms and, through the Teachers for Tomorrow program, had the opportunity to return as mentors and educators for our students.
Seeing former GBI students come full circle reminds us that big dreams begin here. Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so proud of you and can't wait to see where your next chapter takes you.
#GBIPride #GraduationWalk #FutureReady #TeachersForTomorrow #OnceAWildcatAlwaysAWildcat
As they walked our hallways in their caps and gowns, they inspired our 3rd–5th grade students by showing them what dedication, perseverance, and success in education can achieve. For many of our graduates, this visit was especially meaningful—they once sat in these very classrooms and, through the Teachers for Tomorrow program, had the opportunity to return as mentors and educators for our students.
Seeing former GBI students come full circle reminds us that big dreams begin here. Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so proud of you and can't wait to see where your next chapter takes you.
#GBIPride #GraduationWalk #FutureReady #TeachersForTomorrow #OnceAWildcatAlwaysAWildcat
What's changing?
To join, parents must either donate an item or volunteer for a short shift.
✅ RSVPs will only be accepted after you’ve signed up to donate or volunteer.
⛔️ Teachers and Room Parents won’t be tracking attendance... RSVPs go through our (PTA) form only.
🎟 You’ll need to submit an RSVP for each grade you plan to attend because badges are printed by grade.
Why are we required to donate/volunteer to attend?
Think of it like one of those “donate a canned good for admission” type events.
Having this requirement helps ensure that we have enough food and support for everyone attending. Since we also provide food for parents, these events end up serving well over 1,200 people between students, staff, and families.
It also helps make sure we have enough volunteers to actually run the event. When we are short on help, the PTA Executive Board ends up spending the entire event working instead of getting to spend some time with their own children, which is something I never want to happen.
3rd Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093960-3rdgrade#/
4th Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093961-4thgrade#/
5th Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093989-5thgrade#/
To join, parents must either donate an item or volunteer for a short shift.
✅ RSVPs will only be accepted after you’ve signed up to donate or volunteer.
⛔️ Teachers and Room Parents won’t be tracking attendance... RSVPs go through our (PTA) form only.
🎟 You’ll need to submit an RSVP for each grade you plan to attend because badges are printed by grade.
Why are we required to donate/volunteer to attend?
Think of it like one of those “donate a canned good for admission” type events.
Having this requirement helps ensure that we have enough food and support for everyone attending. Since we also provide food for parents, these events end up serving well over 1,200 people between students, staff, and families.
It also helps make sure we have enough volunteers to actually run the event. When we are short on help, the PTA Executive Board ends up spending the entire event working instead of getting to spend some time with their own children, which is something I never want to happen.
3rd Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093960-3rdgrade#/
4th Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093961-4thgrade#/
5th Grade Sign Up/Donate
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAE28AAF9C07-64093989-5thgrade#/
Last Thursday, we gathered for our district retirement ceremony to celebrate the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙✨
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
