
🌨️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day 2🌨️
Due to the ongoing severe winter weather impacting our area, Chesapeake Public Schools will continue with asynchronous remote learning on Friday, February 21, 2025. 💻
🏫 All school buildings & offices will be closed. Additionally, all school activities and athletic practices are canceled for Friday, February 21, as well as all CPS school activities and athletic events scheduled for the weekend.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.
🔗 For the latest information, please visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️Stay warm and stay safe! ❄️


❄️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day❄️
Due to severe winter weather, Chesapeake Public Schools will shift to asynchronous remote learning on Thursday, February 20, 2025. 💻
All school buildings & offices will be closed. We’re closely monitoring the weather and will share updates as needed. Stay safe! ❄️
🔗 For more details, visit www.cpschools.com/emergency


🚨 Attention Middle & High Schoolers! 🚨
Feeling overwhelmed with school, extracurriculars, and everything in between? You're not alone! Join us for TEEN SUMMIT on February 22 at Deep Creek HS from 11 AM - 2 PM for an empowering event led by students, for students 📚
🎥 Check out this video from presenters at Grassfield High School who will address "Overcoming High School Burnout: Mastering the Balance Between Success and Stress."
💡 Learn practical tips to stay on top of your academics while taking care of yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=modiecipTeI


The Spring Sports Parent Meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 12, at 6pm in the WBHS Cafeteria. Please use the auditorium entrance!


FBLA will have a carnation sale on Friday, Feb. 14, in the cafeteria starting 8:15am. Each carnation will cost $1, and exact or small change would be greatly appreciated. 💐💕


📢Middle and High School Students, did you know that not all teachers are adults? It’s true!
⛰️ Come see for yourself at Teen Summit on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Deep Creek High School from 11AM - 2PM. Students from across the city will present a variety of sessions on topics that matter to you. Get ready for a day filled with fun, student-led presentations and activities designed to help you boost your skills and your confidence.
💻 For more information and to RSVP, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=31420903
🎥 Check out this message from a few of the presenters from Indian River High School: https://youtu.be/7lDTpffdBZI


Books are going fast! The only way to ensure you receive a copy to purchase early. Buy your Valentine a keepsake to cherish their memories. Visit www.yearbookforever.com to secure your copy now!


🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public.
💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education


SCA is sponsoring a Pop-Up Spirit Day next week for Valentine's Day: Status Day. Please color coordinate your outfit to your relationship status. Wear red if you’re taken, white if you’re single, and pink if it is complicated! ❤️🤍🩷


Attention, Bruins! All next week, we are collecting unopened boxes of cereal to donate to a local food bank. Please bring your donations to the Media Center or the collection area at the corner of Main Hall and I-Hall. 🥣


🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ In our latest episode, we’re highlighting the dedication and leadership of three of our outstanding principals: Quentin Hicks (Western Branch High), Brenna Stanley (Indian River Middle), and Chad Triolet (Sparrow Road Intermediate). They share their experiences, challenges, and the strategies they use to build positive school environments. From fostering meaningful relationships to engaging with students, staff, and families, their insights remind us how vital school leadership is to education. Tune in to the full episode celebrating these incredible leaders at https://www.cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS #EngageCPS #VASchoolPrincipalAppreciationWeek


Attention, Class of 2025! College Commitment Day is on April 29, 2025! Celebrate your college acceptance with ACCESS! Students who attend receive lunch, a t-shirt, and a chance to win scholarship money!


Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 21, 2025, are canceled.
Please note - YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will operate on their normal schedule.
For more weather-related updates, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency


Check out the information for scheduling for the 2025-2026 school year!


It's Principal Appreciation Week, and Western Branch is incredibly grateful to have Mr. Quentin Hicks as our principal! Thank you for leading our Bruins through honor and success to do their best!


Attention, Juniors and Seniors! ECPI is visiting Western Branch to discuss post-grad opportunities. Stop by their table during lunch on January 21 for information about their programs. Please see Mrs. Spruill with any questions.


🚗⚒️ Discover what the Chesapeake Career Center has to offer! ✂️🥽
Join us for an exciting evening designed for prospective students and their families.
🏫 Explore our programs
📚 Meet our dedicated staff
🤝 Get answers to all your questions
Don't miss this chance to see why CCC could be the perfect fit for you!
📍 Where: Chesapeake Career Center
🕔 When: Thursday, January 16th, 5-7 PM
💻 https://www.cpschools.com/o/ccc/events?id=37075116


Join us as we explore K-12 online learning opportunities through Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA), offered for students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. This webinar will provide families with the expectations, requirements, and more!
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
6:30 p.m. via Zoom
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=36528023
This is part of our Peake Parent University Program


Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? SEAC is your voice:
When: Jan 14
Time: 6:30pm
Where: School Admin Building
TOPIC: Special Olympics Presentation
For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee


📢 We’re Hiring Substitute Teachers! ✏️
We are looking for passionate, caring, and responsible individuals to join our team as substitute teachers.
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/jobs
