🎙 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 22 hours ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Make sure to WHITE OUT for White Cane Day on Wednesday, October 15! White Cane Day symbolizes the white cane's importance in blind and low vision communities; it aims to educate people across the nation about blindness and the significance of the white cane as a tool of independence. 🦯👨🏽🦯👩🏿🦯🤍
2 days ago, Western Branch High School
💻 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.
2 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Friday is the last day to order your Homecoming Shirt on OSP (Online School Payments). Adult sizes are $20 and Youth sizes are $15. This year's shirt is available in long-sleeve only. If you would like to have your shirt delivered to any of our feeder schools for pick-up, please kindly send Dr. Avery an email after ordering with the NAME associated with the order and the SCHOOL you would like the delivery made to. Otherwise, please plan to pick up your shirt at Western Branch High School the week of Homecoming.
4 days ago, Western Branch High
At Western Branch, Excellence isn’t just a goal, it’s our way of life 💙💛. Your Western Branch High School Counselors are here to support YOU — whether it’s academics 📚, college & career planning 🎓, or just someone to talk to 💬. Don’t hesitate to stop by — they've got your back every step of the way! 💪 #WBCounselorsCare
4 days ago, Western Branch High
🗓️✅ Attendance matters! #attendanceawareness
6 days ago, Western Branch High
👏 Join us in celebrating Dr. Chris Fischer, our 2026 Teacher of the Year! Your commitment to students and our school community makes a lasting difference every day. 💙💛 #TeacherOfTheYear
9 days ago, James Avery
Ready. Set. Launch. 🚀 Our Admin Team is ready for another week of excellence at "The Branch!" Remember, all Bruins should be in the 📍Right Place, at the ⌚️Right Time, doing the ✅ Right Thing.
11 days ago, Western Branch High
📋Marking Period 01 Ends Thursday‼️ Make sure you FINISH STRONG! 💪 Review your GRADES and ATTENDANCE today!
11 days ago, Western Branch High
🗓️✅ Attendance matters! #attendanceawareness
13 days ago, Western Branch High
Homecoming Parade participation requests are now available on our website. If your organization would like to participate, please complete the form as soon as possible!
16 days ago, Western Branch High
Homecoming shirts are now on sale. You can place orders now through Friday, October 10th on OSP (Online School Payments). Adult sizes are $20 and Youth sizes are $15. This year's shirt is available in long-sleeve only. If you would like to have your shirt delivered to any of our feeder schools for pick-up, please kindly send Dr. Avery an email after ordering with the NAME associated with the order and the SCHOOL you would like the delivery made to. Otherwise, please plan to pick up your shirt at Western Branch High School the week of Homecoming.
16 days ago, Western Branch High
🌟 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!
17 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Tidewater Community College is visiting WBHS on several days this semester! Sign up in Guidance if you would like to attend!
18 days ago, Western Branch High School
Join ACCESS advisor Mrs. McClenney on September 24 at 6 PM in the Media Center for a Senior Information and Financial Aid Night covering essential topics like the FAFSA, scholarships, and key senior activity dates!
18 days ago, Western Branch High School
🎭Are you passionate about the arts? The Governor's School for the Arts is hosting a FREE virtual information session!
📅 When: September 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
💻 Where: Online
🎯 Who: Open to ALL CPS 8th-11th graders and their families
This is your chance to learn about GSA and how it could shape your artistic journey for the 2026-2027 school year. Whether you're into theater, visual arts, music, dance, or any creative field- this session is for YOU!
Register now:
https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=4713104818 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
🛠️ 👷♂️Our counseling department expanded over the summer, and the counseling suite underwent some renovations. Special thanks to our partners in the @cpschoolsva Division of Operations and School Plants for the office addition, and our friends over at Hackworth @the_graphics_shop for helping to bring some Bruin Spirit to the newly renovated space.
18 days ago, Western Branch High
Reminder for Students: Review the dress code!
19 days ago, Western Branch High
Gearing up for Week 4️⃣! 🚀🌕⭐️ We have the best Staffulty around!
19 days ago, Western Branch High
🗓️✅ Attendance matters! #attendanceawareness
20 days ago, Western Branch High
