Join us from Monday, October 27th to Friday, November 7th as we collect new, unopened personal items to support our Veterans.
Second Grade: Please bring in warm clothing items — knit hats, socks, gloves, mittens, scarves, etc.
Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade: Please bring in personal care items — lotion, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo/conditioner, soap, body wash, deodorant, chapstick, combs/brushes.
💙 WALL OF HONOR 💙
GBP would like to pay respect to American Veterans by creating a Wall of Honor!
Please send in a picture of your Veteran(s) (photocopy, not original, no larger than 4x6) with the following information on the back or attached: Student name, Teacher, Veteran’s name, Branch of Service
📸 Students pictured with their veteran(s) are welcome!
Please send in pictures and information by Monday, November 3rd!
Help us come together to honor and thank those who have served! ❤️🤍💙
🎙 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.
We are also in need of parent volunteers to help make the day run smoothly – sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48AEAB2DA3FFC70-58731208-great
Visit our Book Fair homepage for more information: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/greatbridgeprimaryschool
🌟 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!
🌟 Pre-K & Kindergarten: 4:30–5:30
🌟 1st Grade: 5:30–6:30
🌟 2nd Grade: 6:30–7:30
Start in your child’s classroom, then stop by the Book Fair (open all evening). And don’t forget — wear your pajamas for this special night of reading fun!
⏰ Last day to order: October 2, 2025
Thank you for supporting our school and helping make this fundraiser a success! 💚💛
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.
(Dads, Grandads, Father Figures, Male Role Models)
WHEN: Thursday, September 25, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
WHERE: GBP Cafeteria
WHY: Watch D.O.G.S. kickoff and presentation of a unique, school-based father involvement program that works to support education and safety.
To RSVP, please click on the link below:
https://forms.gle/GdehXgyKQkmTcCGz8
🚌 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!
