From brush strokes to bold performances, our Fine & Performing Arts Department inspires Bruins to express themselves with passion and purpose. Let your creativity shine this week! 🌟🐾 #BruinExcellence #ArtsAtTheBranch
The WBHS English Department is here to help you find your voice, tell your story, and make every word count. Let’s write another strong chapter together, Bruins! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #WriteYourSt
The upcoming holiday season is filled with excitement, but it can also be a time when some of our families need a little extra support. 💛 🎙 In our newest episode of Amplified, we sit down with Lisa Kerry, one of our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) specialists and Nischelle Buffalow from Buffalow Family and Friends to talk about partnership, compassion, and how our community works together to make sure no one feels alone this season. 🎧 Hear the stories, learn how to access support, and discover ways to get involved at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates
Our WBHS Clerical Team keeps the Branch organized, informed, and always moving forward. Thank you for all you do to support Excellence every day! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #BehindTheScenesMagic
🎓 Unlock Your Potential! Apply for the 2026 Summer Residential Governor’s School! ☀️
Calling all CPS high school sophomores and juniors, the interest form and application for the Summer Residential Governor’s School are now available! 🌟
Spend up to four weeks on a Virginia college campus diving deep into your passion! Explore specialized programs like:
🎭 Visual & Performing Arts
📚 Humanities
🩺 Medicine & Health Sciences
🧪 Math, Science & Technology
🌊 Marine Science
⚙️ Engineering
🌱 Agriculture
✅ Tuition-free
✅ Hands-on research, field studies & projects
✅ Expert mentorship and college-style learning
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and shine! ✨
📌 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2506527
➡️ All students must submit the appropriate interest form by Friday, November 7, 2025.
Our Social Studies Department is here to guide you through the past, shape your understanding of the present, and prepare you to lead the future 🐾. Let’s make this week a powerful chapter, Bruins! ✨ #BruinExcellence #LeadersInTheMaking
🎭 Discover the Arts at gsARTS Open House! 🎨
Interested students and families are invited to tour The Governor's School for the Arts and hear directly from current students about their experiences in our beautiful facilities.
📅 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕕 Tours begin at 6:00 PM
⏰ Last tour begins at 7:45 PM
📍 254 Granby Street, Norfolk
This is a walking-only tour - come prepared to explore our creative spaces, from theater to visual arts, music to dance!
🅿️ Parking is best at MacArthur Center
For more information: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48696859
🎓 College Fair at Indian River High School! 🎓
Save the date! Connect with colleges from around the state and get the information you need to plan for your future.
📅 Monday, October 27th
🕕 6:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Indian River High School
What to expect:
✨ Meet representatives from colleges across the state ✨ Learn about the college admissions process ✨ Get information on FAFSA and scholarships ✨ Special presentation by The Access College Foundation
This is your opportunity to explore your options and get your questions answered!
Register to attend: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47676447
The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!
🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
The WBHS Science Department is ready to spark curiosity 🔥, fuel innovation 🌎, and inspire Excellence in every experiment. Bruins, let’s explore the week ahead together! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #FutureScientists
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877
