
🎄 It’s beginning to look a lot like Whoville! 🎄
Today’s vibe: Grinch green & hairstyles that scream “Cindy Lou Who meets holiday spirit overload.” 🌀🎁 Whether your hair is defying gravity or your outfit is channeling the ultimate green grouch, one thing’s for sure—bruins are sleighing the holiday cheer game. 😄✨


The WBMS SCA is selling Candy Grams for $1 during all lunches this week! Candy grams will be delivered later this week! Buy one for a friend, yourself, or take one home to a family member!


🗺 ROADMAP TO 2030! 📢 Last week, we hosted an in-person session to gather valuable community input and feedback to help develop our new strategic plan. Thank you to everyone who contributed! 💻 Don’t miss our two virtual meetings happening tomorrow, December 17, 2024, and Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Your feedback is vital as we shape our goals for the next five years! 🔗 Learn more and register at https://www.cpschools.com/page/our-strategic-plan
#EmpowerCPS #EngageCPS #InspireCPS











Day 9 - Merry Grinchmas!
Show off your Ginchy Green and Whoville Hair! Wear any Grinchy Faves tomorrow to earn Spirit Points for your Grade Level!


We have been LOVING the 12 days of Holiday Spirit in Bruin Country! Here is a look at some of our favorite outfits!




Day 8 - Winter Wonderland
Wear all white or your Winter Weather Gear!


Congratulations to the Western Branch Middle School Choirs for a STUNNING Bruin Tidings concert last night. #CooksKids


All we want for Christmas is to see YOU at Western Branch Middle School Choir’s annual Bruin Tidings holiday spectacular tomorrow night at 6:30 PM at Western Branch High School!! Admission is FREE and we will be drawing our 15 lucky DECK THE HALLS raffle winners!! Just look at these faces — you just KNOW it’s going to be a show!
#CooksKids


Day 7 - Mad For Plaid
We are ready for those Cozy Friday Vibes with some Buffalo Check and Christmas Flannels!


It’s time for our community’s most merry celebration!! The 210-member Western Branch Middle School Choir presents their annual BRUIN TIDINGS concert TOMORROW at 6:30 PM at Western Branch High School! From new settings of traditional carols to beloved holiday pops, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Admission is free!
We will also be drawing the lucky 15 winners of this year’s DECK THE HALLS raffle!!
#CooksKids


Huge thank you to the Norfolk State basketball team for honoring Ms. Shanica Smith at Monday night’s game! 🎉 Ms. Smith was chosen as an “adopted teacher” this school year, and she had the incredible opportunity to bring her classes along for the experience. What an amazing way to celebrate her hard work and dedication to her students! 🏀💚 #NSUStrong #TeacherAppreciation #GoSpartans


These students didn’t just deck the halls; they dazzled them! 🎅 Holiday spirit level: off the charts. 🎄✨ Check out these festive fits! Bruins spreading cheer and style this holiday season! #DeckTheHalls #HolidayStyleGoals #FestiveFun


Have you ordered your Yearbook? Order now at the lowest price of the year at yearbookforever.com


Day 6 - Tinsel Toes
It's a SOCK HOP! Show off those festive Holiday Socks to earn Spirit Points for your Grade Level!


Attention 8th Grade Families!
The Deadline to apply to the Academies of Chesapeake is only 1 week away! Students interested in attending one of our Academies should apply at https://cpschools.jotform.com/232545356333960
Check Canvas or our School Website for more information!


🎅✨ It’s a festive showdown! Santa’s team or Elf squad—who’s got your vote? 🎄 Let the holiday cheer (and friendly rivalry) take over! #SantaVsElves #HolidaySpirit #FestiveFun


Day 5 - Deck the Halls
Wear whatever Christmas and Holiday attire you like best! Show us your favorite Holiday Flair!


“Bringing the spirit of Kwanzaa to life with a vibrant color war! Red, black, and green filled the day as students celebrated culture, unity, and heritage. 🖤❤️💚 #KwanzaaCelebration #CulturalPride”




Starting Tomorrow the Western Branch Middle School will be holding an Ornament Sale. All Proceeds will be used to purchase new library books. Ornaments are $3 each and are on sale in the library during Homeroom and Bruin Bell through


Day 4 - Santas vs. Elves
Grab those Elf Hats, and Red Santa Suits! Which will you be?
