🛸✨ Friday is the last day to order your official Black History Shirt! Get yours today before orders close! Visit OSP at www.tinyurl.com/wbhbhmshirt26
❤️🖤💚💛 Black History Month Spirit Days are coming up! It's time to "get this show on the road!"
📊💼 Turning ideas into Excellence! 💙💛
The WBHS Business & Marketing Department equips Bruins with real-world skills in entrepreneurship, finance, and leadership. Let’s make smart moves this week! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #FutureLeaders
The WBHS Business & Marketing Department equips Bruins with real-world skills in entrepreneurship, finance, and leadership. Let’s make smart moves this week! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #FutureLeaders
The second round of applications for the Chesapeake Career Center for the 2026-2027 school year are now available. The digital application can be found on the CCC website and closes on April 3. Please see the Guidance Department if you have any questions.
🛠️🇺🇸 Building skills. Building leaders. Building Excellence. 💙💛
At WBHS, Tech & ROTC prepare Bruins for the future through discipline, teamwork, and hands-on learning. Ready to lead the way this week! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #LeadershipInAction
At WBHS, Tech & ROTC prepare Bruins for the future through discipline, teamwork, and hands-on learning. Ready to lead the way this week! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #LeadershipInAction
Black History Month Shirts are now on sale! This year's theme is "Black to the Future!" Shirts can be purchased via OSP (Online School Payments). All orders are due by Friday, February 6, 2026. https://tinyurl.com/wbhbhmshirt26
📣 Sign-ups for this year's Black History Month Show are now open. Students interested in participating should fill out the form sent via email and plan to attend the interest meeting after school on Thursday, January 15. See Dr. Avery with questions, or for more information.
Join ACCESS College Foundation tomorrow, January 7, from 6-8pm via Zoom for a virtual panel featuring UVA alumni and current ACCESS Scholars as they share information about opportunities at University of Virginia.
Join us for our monthly Dual Enrollment Information Night to discover how your student can earn college credits while still in high school!
Date: January 20, 2026
Time(S): TWO sessions offered: 4:00 - 5:00 PM or 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building 1428 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
What You'll Learn:
🎓 How dual enrollment works and who qualifies
📚 The opportunity for students to earn a Social Science Associate's Degree during grades 10-12
💰 Cost savings and benefits of earning college credits early
📝 Application process and important deadlines
🗓️ Course scheduling and how it fits with high school requirements
✅ Next steps to get your student enrolled
Who Should Attend:
This event is perfect for families of 9th grade students who want to explore advanced academic opportunities. Parents, guardians, and students are all welcome!
💻 For more information and TO REGISTER for a time slot, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215419
Can't make this date? This event will also be offered on these upcoming dates:
February 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420
March 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215421
April 21: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215422
May 19: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215423
Hosted by: Chesapeake Public Schools College and Career Readiness Department
Date: January 20, 2026
Time(S): TWO sessions offered: 4:00 - 5:00 PM or 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: TCC Chesapeake Academic Building 1428 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322
What You'll Learn:
🎓 How dual enrollment works and who qualifies
📚 The opportunity for students to earn a Social Science Associate's Degree during grades 10-12
💰 Cost savings and benefits of earning college credits early
📝 Application process and important deadlines
🗓️ Course scheduling and how it fits with high school requirements
✅ Next steps to get your student enrolled
Who Should Attend:
This event is perfect for families of 9th grade students who want to explore advanced academic opportunities. Parents, guardians, and students are all welcome!
💻 For more information and TO REGISTER for a time slot, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215419
Can't make this date? This event will also be offered on these upcoming dates:
February 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215420
March 17: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215421
April 21: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215422
May 19: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49215423
Hosted by: Chesapeake Public Schools College and Career Readiness Department
WBHS will be operating on an adjusted bell schedule on Thursday, January 8, due to SOL Testing. Students testing this day should arrive at their normal time. ⏰
All other students should come to school later in order to attend the bells in the afternoon.
All other students should come to school later in order to attend the bells in the afternoon.
🧸❄️Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, a happy Holiday Season, and a prosperous New Year!
📚✨ Fueling Excellence one book, resource, and idea at a time! 💙💛
Our Western Branch Library Media Specialists are here to help you research, read, create, and explore. Whether you need a great book, reliable sources, or a quiet place to focus, the Media Center is your space to grow. 🐾 #BruinExcellence #ReadExploreCreate
Our Western Branch Library Media Specialists are here to help you research, read, create, and explore. Whether you need a great book, reliable sources, or a quiet place to focus, the Media Center is your space to grow. 🐾 #BruinExcellence #ReadExploreCreate
🌟 We are proud to celebrate Dr. Christopher Fischer, AP Government and Politics teacher at Western Branch High School, as a Teacher of the Year finalist!
With degrees from William & Mary and Old Dominion University, including a PhD in Education from ODU, Dr. Fischer brings an impressive 30 years of experience to the classroom. For the past 12 years, he has also served as Youth in Government sponsor and boys tennis coach at WBHS. He gains energy from inspiring students to dive deeper into government, philosophy, history, and especially tennis! 🎾
Dr. Fischer's approach to teaching is all about authentic relationships. He believes in getting to know students beyond the superficial, sharing stories, and truly listening to theirs. His philosophy? "I look for humor in most situations and don't take myself too seriously, but I take my job as a teacher and coach very seriously."
A colleague beautifully captures his impact: "His humility, generosity, and passion for teaching are qualities that set him apart as a leader and advocate for student success."
Dr. Fischer, thank you for 30 years of inspiring minds, building connections, and making learning an adventure! 💙💛
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTOY2026
With degrees from William & Mary and Old Dominion University, including a PhD in Education from ODU, Dr. Fischer brings an impressive 30 years of experience to the classroom. For the past 12 years, he has also served as Youth in Government sponsor and boys tennis coach at WBHS. He gains energy from inspiring students to dive deeper into government, philosophy, history, and especially tennis! 🎾
Dr. Fischer's approach to teaching is all about authentic relationships. He believes in getting to know students beyond the superficial, sharing stories, and truly listening to theirs. His philosophy? "I look for humor in most situations and don't take myself too seriously, but I take my job as a teacher and coach very seriously."
A colleague beautifully captures his impact: "His humility, generosity, and passion for teaching are qualities that set him apart as a leader and advocate for student success."
Dr. Fischer, thank you for 30 years of inspiring minds, building connections, and making learning an adventure! 💙💛
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTOY2026
📋Marking Period 03 Ends Thursday‼️ Make sure you FINISH STRONG! 💪 Review your GRADES and ATTENDANCE today!
🗓️ Next week is Spirit Week!
❤️🤍 Monday is Candy Cane Craze: wear red & white
✨🤩 Tuesday is Twinkling Tinsel: wear your holiday bling
🎅🤶 Wednesday is Tree Toppers: holiday headwear
🧣🧤 Thursday is Gift Wrapped: tacky sweaters
💤🛌 Friday is Jingle Jammies: pajama day
🌎🗣️ Speaking Excellence in every language! 💙💛
The WBHS World Languages Department helps Bruins connect beyond borders and celebrate cultures around the globe. ¡Vamos Bruins! 🇪🇸🇫🇷🇩🇪🐾 #BruinExcellence #GlobalBruins
The WBHS World Languages Department helps Bruins connect beyond borders and celebrate cultures around the globe. ¡Vamos Bruins! 🇪🇸🇫🇷🇩🇪🐾 #BruinExcellence #GlobalBruins
On the thirteenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me...Bruin Winter Wear! ❄️
Use this link to get Bruin Spirit gear that's as cool as the weather: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBHSHH25
Use this link to get Bruin Spirit gear that's as cool as the weather: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/WBHSHH25
🚌 Join the Chesapeake Public Schools Team!
We're hiring for multiple classified positions at our ONE STOP Job Fair. Come prepared to interview on the spot!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
⏰ 11 AM - 2 PM
📍 School Administration Building
💼 Now Hiring:
Bus Drivers
School Nutrition Workers
Custodians
Substitute Teachers
📋 Bring With You:
Two forms of ID (all applicants)
Transcript copies (substitute teacher applicants)
❗ This is your chance to become part of the CPS family! We can't wait to meet you.
💻 Learn more and explore additional opportunities at: https://www.cpschools.com/careers
✨Sleigh Your Future✨ Stop by December 8–10 in the cafeteria during lunches to chat with ACCESS advisor Mrs. McClenney. Pick up helpful resources, ask questions, and enter to win the daily raffle for fun prizes.
💙💛 Health, care, and Excellence — all in one place! 🩺✨
The WBHS Clinic is here to keep Bruins safe, supported, and ready to succeed. Remember: self-care is a part of Excellence, too! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #HealthyBruins
The WBHS Clinic is here to keep Bruins safe, supported, and ready to succeed. Remember: self-care is a part of Excellence, too! 🐾 #BruinExcellence #HealthyBruins
