Last Thursday, we gathered for our district retirement ceremony to celebrate the “Noteworthy Impact” our 2026 retirees have made across Chesapeake Public Schools. 💙✨
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Together, we honored 166 dedicated employees whose service, leadership, and compassion have helped shape the lives of students, staff, families, and our entire community. Together, they represent 3,499 collective years of commitment to public education and student success. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
📸 See the photo gallery from the ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ThqnjmPcaGbTH7Lw7
📖 View the full list of retirees: https://canva.link/cpsretirement2026
🎥 Watch the full ceremony: https://youtube.com/live/7niBtbGHZgs
From classrooms and cafeterias to buses, offices, and beyond, we thank our retirees for the lasting difference they have made across our district. 🌟
Our district is a constellation of amazing talent and heart. ✨ Take a look at this beautiful note sent in for Jake Yowell at Western Branch High:
“You are one of the best teachers in my 17 years of life. You make every lesson very engaging and fun, and I find myself excelling due to your method of teaching. I know I stress you out, but I hope you find as much joy teaching me as I do being your student. Keep being great.” - A Student
Want to shout out a teacher? Use this link: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2843125
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTAW26
“You are one of the best teachers in my 17 years of life. You make every lesson very engaging and fun, and I find myself excelling due to your method of teaching. I know I stress you out, but I hope you find as much joy teaching me as I do being your student. Keep being great.” - A Student
Want to shout out a teacher? Use this link: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2843125
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTAW26
Attention: Class of 2026! Don't forget to apply for the 2026 Arthur V. Brandriff Scholarship Award! You can access the application on ScholarshipVue .
To apply, you must be a graduating member of the Class of 2026, have a minimum of a 3.5 GPA, be a well-rounded and active member of the Western Branch High School community, submit a letter of recommendation, and have an acceptance to a college, university, or technical institution. Please email your completed application to Angie.Stevens@cpschools.com.
Applications are due no later than this Friday, May 8. Please see Ms. Stevens in Room K-11 if you have any questions!
To apply, you must be a graduating member of the Class of 2026, have a minimum of a 3.5 GPA, be a well-rounded and active member of the Western Branch High School community, submit a letter of recommendation, and have an acceptance to a college, university, or technical institution. Please email your completed application to Angie.Stevens@cpschools.com.
Applications are due no later than this Friday, May 8. Please see Ms. Stevens in Room K-11 if you have any questions!
Senior Commitment Day is Friday, May 1! The Class of 2026 should show up and show out to highlight their futures! Come to school dressed to represent your future path: college, career, apprenticeship, or the military!
Faculty and staff are encouraged to participate and represent your professional journey or alma mater!
Faculty and staff are encouraged to participate and represent your professional journey or alma mater!
Congratulations to the Western Branch High School Air Force JROTC unit for their stellar performance at the State Drill Championship held this past Saturday at Atlee High School in Mechanicsville, VA.
Through discipline, dedication, and countless hours of preparation, our AFJROTC unit earned an impressive 3rd Place Overall finish at the State Drill Championship! Only one point separated the top three teams!
The WBHS unit (VA-062) also achieved 1st Place honors for the Unarmed Inspection Team category!
Well done, cadets! Your character, leadership, and teamwork make our school proud.
Some of our Bruins had the amazing opportunity to travel to Richmond as a part of the ASPIRE Leadership Program! This program is operated by the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office and is designed to foster leadership skills and mentor young women in our community.
On this trip, the students toured the Capital Building, attended the General Assembly, and were introduced on the Senate floor. They also toured the Governor’s mansion and participated in a question-and-answer session with State Senator Craig.
What a wonderful opportunity for our Bruins! Thank you to the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office and especially to Sergeant K. Matthews-Taylor!
On this trip, the students toured the Capital Building, attended the General Assembly, and were introduced on the Senate floor. They also toured the Governor’s mansion and participated in a question-and-answer session with State Senator Craig.
What a wonderful opportunity for our Bruins! Thank you to the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office and especially to Sergeant K. Matthews-Taylor!
The Bruins Got Talent Show will be this Friday, May 1st, at 6pm in the Western Branch High School auditorium. Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased with cash at the door or online via OSP. Come see a great show!
Flexible Learning Option (FLO) sessions are coming soon! The sessions are for students who need tutoring and for students who need to recover class time due to absences. Students who plan to apply for attendance waivers should attend at least three FLO sessions.
Here are the dates and times: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. on May 12, 14, 19, 21, 28, and June 2 and 4; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 2 and 30. Sessions take place on K-hall.
Please contact Mrs. Legg or Dr. Roberts in Guidance if you have any questions.
Here are the dates and times: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. on May 12, 14, 19, 21, 28, and June 2 and 4; and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 2 and 30. Sessions take place on K-hall.
Please contact Mrs. Legg or Dr. Roberts in Guidance if you have any questions.
What does student-centered learning look like in your child’s classroom? In Chesapeake Public Schools, our teachers are creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students. In our latest episode, nationally recognized educator, author, and speaker Dr. Catlin Tucker joins us to highlight how this work is taking shape in our classrooms, from increasing student voice and choice to building stronger connections that support learning. 🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.
Students: here is a quick reminder of CPS dress code expectations (School Board Policy 9-33) to keep everyone focused and ready to learn. 🎒📚
Headwear: Hats, hoodies, sweatbands, and bandanas must be removed before entering the building. 🚫🧢
Tops: All shirts and tops must reach the top of your pants. 👕
Bottoms: Shorts and skirts must be no shorter than mid-thigh. 📏
Let’s keep it professional and have a great week!
Headwear: Hats, hoodies, sweatbands, and bandanas must be removed before entering the building. 🚫🧢
Tops: All shirts and tops must reach the top of your pants. 👕
Bottoms: Shorts and skirts must be no shorter than mid-thigh. 📏
Let’s keep it professional and have a great week!
Come and join the award winning Western Branch High School Color Guard! Be a part of an amazing team whose legacy includes winning the Atlantic Indoor Association State Championship!
Color Guard will hold auditions on April 30th from 4 to 7:30 p.m. and May 1st from 4 to 8 p.m. in Room P-7. No experience is necessary to try out!
Email Mrs. Zimmerman at anne.zimmerman@cpschools.com if you have any questions.
Color Guard will hold auditions on April 30th from 4 to 7:30 p.m. and May 1st from 4 to 8 p.m. in Room P-7. No experience is necessary to try out!
Email Mrs. Zimmerman at anne.zimmerman@cpschools.com if you have any questions.
Tomorrow, April 16, is a Pop-Up Spirit Day in honor of Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day! Students, staff, and faculty should pop on their favorite pair of PJs to wear to school. Please remember thatyour pajamas must be appropriate for school!
Planning for the future? Join us for the Spring College Fair on April 22nd at Indian River High School! 🎓
This event is open to all high school students and their families. Whether you’re just starting your search or narrowing down your top choices, this is the perfect opportunity to meet with college and university representatives from across Virginia and beyond.
Event Details:
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Indian River High School
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53450877
This event is open to all high school students and their families. Whether you’re just starting your search or narrowing down your top choices, this is the perfect opportunity to meet with college and university representatives from across Virginia and beyond.
Event Details:
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Indian River High School
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53450877
Hey, Bruins! As part of the Month of the Military Child celebration, S2S (Student 2 Student) is organizing a memorial to Honor Our Gold Star Families.
If your family has a Gold Star member, we would be privileged to include them in our display. Please bring photos or commemorative items to Dr. Bailey in Room G-23 by April 17.
The dedicated honor table will be on display the week of April 20-24. Thank you for helping S2S make this a meaningful month of remembrance and support.
If your family has a Gold Star member, we would be privileged to include them in our display. Please bring photos or commemorative items to Dr. Bailey in Room G-23 by April 17.
The dedicated honor table will be on display the week of April 20-24. Thank you for helping S2S make this a meaningful month of remembrance and support.
🦸♂️The secret is out: our Assistant Principals are actually a superhero team in disguise. While they might not be able to read your mind or bend time, their ability to handle all of the things that happen in a school day is nothing short of a superpower.
Grateful for the Five who keep us flying high! Happy Assistant Principals Week! 💙💛🐻 #APWeek
National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
