Today, our Great Bridge Middle School staff is trading green and gold for purple to celebrate the Month of the Military Child!
Why purple? It’s the color that symbolizes all branches of the military coming together—a blend of Army green, Air Force blue, Coast Guard blue, Marine red, and Space Force and Navy blue.
To our military-connected students: we see your strength, your resilience, and the unique sacrifices you make every day. We are so proud to have you in our Wildcat family!
#PurpleUpVirginia
Purple is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military, representing the combined colors of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard and Space Force.
Our military children often face unique challenges such as frequent moves and long separations from loved ones. Wearing purple is a simple way to show them that we appreciate their sacrifice.
Let's make the school look united in purple!
Huge shoutout to our amazing APs who keep our hallways bright and our students thriving:
Dr. Youmans – Leading our 6th graders as they navigate their first year of middle school with confidence!
Mrs. Fleming – Supporting our 7th graders through every milestone with grace and dedication!
Mrs. Kocurek – Guiding our 8th graders as they prepare to take on the world (and high school)!
Thank you for your endless hard work, your patience, and your commitment to the Wildcat family. We appreciate everything you do!
Important Calendar Updates & Reminders! 📅
April 6 - 10 is Spring Break. Schools will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break! 🌸
April 13 is a Teacher Workday. No school for students.
April 21 is now an Asynchronous Day for all students. Meals will also be available at select school sites. More information is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53908933
As a reminder, you can full our full calendar of events here: https://www.cpschools.com/events
Quincy is a reminder that with hard work and heart, there are no limits to where you can go. 💚💛🥇
#CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
Monday- Pajama Day: Wear your coziest pajamas
Tuesday- Twin Day: Grab your bestie and pick a matching outfit
Wednesday- Neon Day: ALL Neon from head to toe
Thursday- Disney Day: Dress up as your favorite Disney character
Friday- Freaky Friday: Students dress as Teachers and Teachers dress as Students
Remember that even with spirit week, DRESS CODE STILL APPLIES!!
Last week before Spring Break-- Let's go all out Wildcats!!
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, focus, and musicianship our students demonstrated. They represented GBMS exceptionally well and earned the highest possible overall rating.
#GreatBridgeMiddle #GBMSBand #SuperiorRating #BandAssessment
Attention 8th Grade Girls Interested in High School Soccer!
Are you thinking about playing soccer at the high school level next year? We’re excited to invite all interested 8th grade girls who are headed to Great Bridge High School to an informational meeting!
This meeting is a great opportunity to learn more about the high school soccer program, expectations for the upcoming season, off-season training, and how to prepare for tryouts. You’ll also have a chance to meet the coaching staff and ask any questions you may have.
Meeting Details:
Date: Thursday, March 26th
Time: 1:30pm (During 8th grade lunch)
Location: Auditorium
Whether you’re currently playing or just thinking about trying out, we encourage you to attend!
We’re looking forward to meeting you and helping you take the next step in your soccer journey!
For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
🍎 Your future starts here!
Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:
1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair
🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Oscar Smith Middle School
⚠️ Must be eligible for a VA teaching license.
📝 Apply here:https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51819906
2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair
🗓️ March 23 – March 27, 2026
📝 Deadline to Register: March 13 (Required)
🔗 Register: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51833839
✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:
✅ Low-cost health insurance
✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics
✅ A supportive professional community
🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits
🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU
We had an amazing day at our 4th Annual Teen Summit this past Saturday at Indian River High School! 🙌 We were honored to hear from former James Madison University All-Conference Running Back Dr. Eugene Holloman, who inspired students with a powerful message about perseverance and purpose. From mental health and money management to athletics, college prep, and stress management, our teens gained tools for success now and in the future. Thank you to our Department of Family & Community Engagement for organizing the event, and to our presenters, volunteers, and community members who made it such a success!
Great Bridge Middle School is partnering with Harbor Park to reward your reading!
If you Read 200 minutes in March and get your reading log signed by an adult, you will earn 2 FREE baseball tickets each month of baseball season.(May–September) That’s 10 total tickets — for you and a friend! Start reading and earn your seats at Harbor Park! Get a reading log from your teacher today and start earning your tickets.
*Note: These dates reflect a schedule change due to several factors at the school.
See Coach Nieter for details and a sign up form!
Remember, you must have a valid athletic physical on file in order to participate!
✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!
📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School
Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.
🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265
This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
Auditions: Feb 24–26
Rehearsals: March 2, 3, & 5
The Big Night: March 6 🏆
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
