Great Bridge Middle

🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.

about 4 hours ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Every Minute Counts with Dr. Fallon Graham. Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 23

GBMS Spirit Week is Ocotober 13-17! Get ready to show your Wildcat Spirit by dressing up each day!

Monday, 10/13 - Jetlag Day - Pajamas Day
Tuesday, 10/14 - PINK OUT - Wear Pink
Wednesday, 10/15 - Hawaiian Day - Tropical Wear
Thursday, 10/16 - Go West! - Western Wear
Friday, 10/17 - Homecoming - Green & Gold

about 6 hours ago, Great Bridge Middle

Five square photos with white borders are arranged on a textured light gray background, reminiscent of crumpled paper, with the text "GBMS Spirit Week OCTOBER 13-17" in the center. Each photo is affixed to the background with small pieces of gray tape at the corners. The photos depict different themed days: Monday - PJ Day: In the top left, two young children, a girl and a boy, stand close together, each holding a teddy bear. The girl on the left wears a white t-shirt and light-colored pajama pants, smiling and holding a light brown bear. The boy on the right, with curly hair, wears a plaid pajama set and holds a larger, darker brown bear. They both appear joyful. Tuesday - Pink Out: In the top right, a person with dreadlocks, wearing a light pink t-shirt and a necklace, smiles at the viewer. They have a cheerful expression. Wednesday - Hawaiian Day: In the middle left, a tan and white dog, possibly a Jack Russell Terrier, sits attentively. The dog is wearing a vibrant orange Hawaiian shirt with a tropical pattern and blue sunglasses perched on its nose. A palm leaf is visible in the soft-focus background. Thursday - Western Wear: In the bottom left, a person with long, light blonde hair is wearing a white cowboy hat, a dark patterned shirt with a large black bow, and a serious expression. The photo is in black and white, adding a classic Western feel. Friday - Green & Gold: In the bottom right, a man with a beard smiles broadly, wearing a bright yellow t-shirt with a green paw print design on the front. He has dark pants and is casually posing.

💻 Academy Information Night Webinar 💻

Ready to discover your perfect high school pathway? Join us online to learn about Chesapeake Public Schools' academies!

📅 Tuesday, October 14th | 6:30-7:30 PM 💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar

Perfect for current 8th graders planning for high school.

🚨 NEW FOR 2025: UPDATED APPLICATION WINDOW! 📝 Applications Open: October 15th ⏰ Applications Close: November 5th

Whether you're passionate about STEM, healthcare, international studies, or career training, we'll help you find the specialized pathway that's right for you! This is your chance to discover programs that could shape your entire high school experience and beyond.

📋 Register Now: tinyurl.com/CPSAcademies2025

💻 Learn More: cpschools.com/academies for detailed information about all district academies and specialized programs.

1 day ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Webinar graphic for academy night with logos for each

GBMS Club Sign-Ups are here!
We have lots of opportunities to get involved and make some new friends who share your interests!
To view the full list of clubs and their descriptions, visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/gbm/page/clubs-2025-2026.

7 days ago, Great Bridge Middle

🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!

16 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.

23 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

It's time for Cereal Wars! GBMS is teaming up with GBHS to collect boxes of cereal from September 16-25. All items collected will be donated to local food banks and shelters. Let's support a good cause and #BeatHickory!

23 days ago, Great Bridge Middle

A vintage-style cereal box, predominantly green, features a fierce-looking wildcat mascot in the center. The wildcat is yellow with brown stripes and has an open mouth showing fangs and an aggressive expression. Above the wildcat, in large yellow letters, is the text "CEREAL-OUSLY FIERCE." Below the wildcat, in white letters, reads "WILDCATS NEVER FLAKE OUT!"

🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm

👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans

❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Welcome back, Wildcats! We're excited to say hello to a brand new school year at GBMS! Let's make it the best year yet!
Wildcats came to say hello!

about 1 month ago, Great Bridge Middle

🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8

📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!

2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

One Stop Job Fair Graphic with information

📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020
✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray

2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Lisa, the host, and Laura smiling together.

Get on the Bus Family Fun Event: July 31: 4-6 pm Chesapeake Conference Center Free School/Sports Physicals and Immunization. Meet & Greed Administrators 7574825923

The host speaking with Laura and Lisa listening and smiling.

Videographer from Coast Live Recording Show

Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌

Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.

📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways

For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

The attached image is a flyer for the Get on the Bus event hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools on July 31, 2024. The information is hosted on cpschools.com/gotb.

🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Graduate happy to receive his diploma pointing out to the crowd.

🍽️Chesapeake Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge on a first come, first serve basis. 💻 Please visit our website for more information including locations, meal service times, and application requirements: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2256195

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Be sure to check out the 2025 GBMS Virtual Art Show! We're so proud of these talented students! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1wcq4TO-eun9qcUr7P_4YvT6boFUeir4cVKwAgLEtPA4/edit?usp=sharing

4 months ago, Great Bridge Middle

🎧 As we close out Season 2 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast, we highlight three remarkable student-athletes from Grassfield High, Great Bridge High, and Oscar Smith High!🎙 Sophie Rambo, Caleb Neal, and Jaden Dabbs reflect on how they’ve achieved state and national honors in track, wrestling, and football, all while maintaining academic focus and leadership. Their insights into discipline, resilience, and time management offer valuable lessons for educators, families, and future student-athletes. 🔊 Tune in at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Beyond the Scoreboard with Caleb Neal, Sophie Rambo, & Jaden Dabbs. Episode 21: Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast - Picture of all three student-athletes.

There will be an informational meeting for all rising 6th-8th grade students who are interested in trying out for a fall sport at GBMS on Monday, June 9 at 5:00 pm in the auditorium. We will discuss general athletics information, physicals, and specific info for each sport. You won't want to miss this! *Parents should also plan on attending!

4 months ago, Great Bridge Middle

☀️💲The Virginia SUN bucks program assists families with the cost of groceries during summer break when school is not in session. It is a one-time benefit of $120 to each school-age child that meets the program requirements. To learn more about these benefits or to apply, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/ebt

5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools

Great Bridge High School Cheerleading Information- There will be a Cheerleading tryout information meeting on Thursday, May 22 at 7:00 pm at GBHS. Questions? Contact the coaches at GreatBridgeCheer@Gmail.com

5 months ago, Great Bridge Middle

Congratulations to the GBMS Field Hockey team for winning their 10th consecutive CMSL Championship this week! The Wildcat community is so proud of these amazing girls and their coaches!

5 months ago, Great Bridge Middle