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!
6 months ago, Western Branch High School
Pop Up Spirit Day: Wear your pajamas to school on April 16
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
6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
save the date for the spring college fair
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.
6 months ago, Western Branch High School
Image promoting Gold Star Family event April 20-24, 2026

🦸‍♂️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

7 months ago, Western Branch High
Administration team portrayed as super heroes in a comic book style.
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!
7 months ago, Western Branch High
Celebrating Mrs. Howell
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!
7 months ago, Western Branch High
Celebrating Mrs. Biittner
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!
7 months ago, Western Branch High
Celebrating Dr. Avery
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!
7 months ago, Western Branch High
Celebrating Mr. Alexander
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!
7 months ago, Western Branch High
Celebrating Mrs. Riddick

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

7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Decorative
Senior shirts are now for sale in the Bruin Exchange during lunches. T-shirts are $20 and sweatshirts are $30, cash only and while supplies last. Get yours and more at the school store!
7 months ago, Western Branch High School
Class of 2026 shirts for $20 and sweatshirts for $30
Congratulations to James Craig on his first place win in Shot Put at the Adidas Track Nationals! With this victory, James has become the first Western Branch thrower to win the Triple Crown: Regionals, States, and Nationals!
7 months ago, Western Branch High School
Student standing proudly by shot put results sign (first place)
Representatives from Newport News Shipyard were here last Thursday, March 19, to present their high school and recent grad pipeline opportunity to a group of 40 seniors interested in a career right after high school. Thank you to NNS for working with our Bruins to help build their futures with one of the region's largest employers!
7 months ago, Western Branch High School
NNS visit
NNS visit
NNS visit
NNS visit
April is Month of the Military Child! Please show your support on Wednesday, April 15, by wearing purple to celebrate military kids and their families. Purple Up, Western Branch! 💜💜💜
7 months ago, Western Branch High School
purple up
⛈️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, March 16, 2026, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will also be canceled.

For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
7 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update with storm icon and CPS logo

🎶 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!

8 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Orion and Taylor standing in from of the School Administration Building
Orion smiling in the studio with a microphone and headset.
Taylor Mercier smiling in the studio with a mic and headphones.
From First Not to Full Ensemble with Orion Burke & Taylor Mercier Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 28
The final days of our West Side is the Best Side sale are here. Get your order in by March 14th! https://tinyurl.com/wsbs2026
8 months ago, Western Branch High
Western Branch Apparel Sale
Mrs. McClenney will be hosting a Scholarship Workshop in the Media Center on March 19, 2026. There will be a session before school from 8-9am and another one during 3rd and 4th blocks from 12:15-3:30pm. Please see Mrs.McClenney for more details. Sign up today!
8 months ago, Western Branch High School
scholarship workshop

🍎 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

2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair

✨ 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

8 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
teacher teaching at smartboard with text "we're hiring"
ACCESS' "Last-Dollar" Scholarship is now open! Visit accesscollege.org/apply to apply, and see Mrs. McClenney if you have any questions!
8 months ago, Western Branch High School
access event