Attention, Bruins! The bell schedule has been adjusted for Monday and Tuesday, June 16-17, to allow for early release. Check out the schedule!
🎓 Senior Spotlight 🎓
💙🐻💛 COLE BUTLER is Western Branch High School’s 2025 Valedictorian.
He will attend Virginia Tech to study ocean engineering.
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Please share your best advice for the rising senior class.
Take your setbacks in stride and keep moving forward.
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If you could give a shout out to a member of the faculty or staff at a Chesapeake Public School, who would it be and what would you say?
Mr. Yowell, for being an amazing Latin teacher who always went the extra mile to help us succeed.
#Classof2025! 🎓 #CPSCelebrates
🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 Chesapeake Rotary Scholarship recipients from across our schools. These exceptional seniors have been honored for their academic achievement, leadership, service, and career readiness. 👏Thank you to the Chesapeake Rotary Club for its continued partnership and investment in our students’ futures. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding young leaders: Chesapeake Career Center: Kayla Kennedy, Nevaeh Labora Aniya Howard; Deep Creek High School: David Riddick Jr.; Grassfield High School: Montgomery Ellis Brown; Great Bridge High School: Colby Dominek; Hickory High School: Jada Belfield; Indian River High School: Lyndey Brown; Oscar Smith High School: Alex Emond; Western Branch High School: Amari Sykes!
Attention, Bruins! Yearbooks will be distributed for seniors on Wednesday, June 11, during all lunches from the school store, the Bruin Exchange. Underclassmen can pick up their yearbooks during lunches starting on Thursday, June 12. There is also a limited supply of books still for sale ($110); you can purchase at the Bruin Exchange in cash or with card!
🎧 As we close out Season 2 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast, we highlight three remarkable student-athletes from Grassfield High, Great Bridge High, and Oscar Smith High!🎙 Sophie Rambo, Caleb Neal, and Jaden Dabbs reflect on how they’ve achieved state and national honors in track, wrestling, and football, all while maintaining academic focus and leadership. Their insights into discipline, resilience, and time management offer valuable lessons for educators, families, and future student-athletes. 🔊 Tune in at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!
Check out the days for upcoming Culminating Assessments!
👏 We’re proud to congratulate seven of our exceptional seniors who each received a $2,000 scholarship from the Cavalier Auto Group.
🎓 Dane Cunningham - Deep Creek HS
🎓Colby Dominek- Great Bridge High
🎓Ian Shickley - Grassfield High School Sadie Larson - Hickory High School
🎓Paige Ratcliff - Indian River High
🎓Hailey Ward - Western Branch High School
🎓Tina Pan - Oscar Smith High
We appreciate your support of our students and your continued partnership with the Chesapeake Public Schools Educational Foundation. #CPSCelebrates
☀️💲The Virginia SUN bucks program assists families with the cost of groceries during summer break when school is not in session. It is a one-time benefit of $120 to each school-age child that meets the program requirements.
To learn more about these benefits or to apply, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/ebt
Seniors, this is your chance to visit the past and celebrate the future at the same time! Check the WBHS website or the Senior Canvas page to sign up for the Cap & Gown Honor Walk to your old elementary school (Chittum, Southwestern, or WBI). 🎓
After you complete the online form, pick up a field trip permission form in Room B-9. Signed permission forms must be turned in by June 1. See Mrs. Muncie if you have any questions.
Class of 2025: Caps and Gowns will be distributed during lunches on Thursday, May 22! Honors Regalia will also be sold during this time (cash only for $17 stole and $10 tassel).
Also, don't forget that there will be a senior meeting on Thursday during first block to discuss the procedure for requesting extra graduation tickets. NO tickets will be issued if you have outstanding financial obligations (senior dues, parking tickets, chromebooks & accessories, etc.).
Class of 2025! 🎓
Just a quick heads up for all our soon-to-be graduates. If you have any outstanding invoices, it's time to clear them up. We wouldn't want anything to stand in the way of your big day, right?
Remember, graduation tickets for your guests will only be issued once all invoices are paid in full. So, let's get those cleared up as soon as possible. We can't wait to celebrate your amazing achievements with your loved ones cheering you on! 🎉
Let's make this graduation a memorable one! 💙
🐶 Meet Finn, the amazing therapy dog who's carrying on a family legacy of love at Western Branch High School! Following in the pawprints of his beloved uncle Tango, Finn has become an essential part of the school community, offering unconditional support to both students and staff.❤️
Watch as Finn works his magic in this heartwarming video by creating a calmer, more positive environment for everyone at Western Branch. 🎥 https://youtu.be/KNLsv9PR6JI
⭐Finn proves that sometimes the best educators don't need words to teach important life lessons! #CPSCelebrates
Attention, Class of 2025! This Friday is Senior Merch Day! If you have not already ordered your senior t-shirt or hoodie, please make sure to stop by the Bruin Exchange or order ahead via the QR Code!
🏫💬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
Attention, Class of 2025! Please complete the Senior Survey by May 23. Seniors will not be able to receive graduation tickets unless the survey has been completed by the deadline. Please check your email for the survey link!
💐 As we prepare to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9), we invite you to reflect on the educators who've made a difference in your life or your child's journey. Who is that special teacher who goes above and beyond, planting seeds of curiosity and helping students grow into their best selves? 🏵️
❤️ Now's your chance to let them know how much they matter! We've created a simple way to send your teacher a heartfelt message of gratitude that will brighten their day during this special week. Your words of appreciation will be delivered directly to them and might even be featured on our platforms to inspire our entire community.
👉 Share your appreciation: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2176065
🌦️ Let's shower our amazing educators with the recognition they deserve! #CPSTAW25 🌷
Thursday, May 1, is Senior Decision Day! Wear a shirt to represent your future plans: military, college, career, etc. Also, stop by the Senior Table and Photobooth to participate in some senior activities during lunch!
Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? Then SEAC is your voice!
When: May 13
Time: 6:30pm
Where: School Admin Building
TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: I'm Determined - Transition and Inclusion
For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee
The Bruins Got Talent Show will be hosted by senior Amy Polanco-Yapor this Friday, April 25, at 6pm in the WBHS Auditorium! Tickets can be purchased online via OSP or in cash at the door for $5. Concessions and Stargrams will also be sold for $1 (cash only) before the show and during intermission. Come see a great show!
Check out the schedule for Western Branch's FLO Tutoring sessions! FLO sessions are designed for students who need to recover attendance or gain assistance with any course.
