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It’s all about LOVE! ❤️ Wear red or pink tomorrow to show kindness, unity, and school spirit today. Let’s fill the halls with love and good vibes, Bruins! 🐻✨

🏀🐻 It’s BACK! Bruin Bash Basketball Game is coming!
Students vs. Teachers.
📅 Fri, March 13 | ⏰ 6 PM
📍 WBMS Gym
Who’s taking the win this year?! 👀🔥 #BruinBash

🎙️ This Black History Month, we’re proud to share stories rooted right here in Chesapeake. On our latest podcast episode, Dr. Ella Ward, educator, former School Board member, and current Chesapeake City Council Member, reflects on a lifetime of service and the lasting legacy of the historic Cornland School. You’ll also hear from Principal Wade Sloan of Portlock Primary School about how students honor Black History Month in meaningful ways that help them confidently say, “I can.”
🎧 Listen now at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS

Pan-African Pride Day is here! 🌍✊🏾 Let’s show our unity and pride in culture and heritage! ❤️ 6th Grade: Red 🖤 7th Grade: Black 💚 8th Grade: Green We can’t wait to see our Bruins shine! 🐻✨

📘❄️ February is the perfect time to warm up with memories! Don’t miss your chance to order the WBMS yearbook at **yearbookforever.com**. Lock in your copy today and make sure you’re part of this year’s story! 🐾💙 #YearbookForever #BruinPride

Sweat. Hustle. Repeat. 🔥 Girls Field Hockey conditioning is in full swing—stronger every rep, faster every step! 🏑💙

🐠🌊 TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! 🌊🐠 Western Branch Middle School is proud to present “Finding Nemo, Jr.!” The Disney and Pixar story you know and love comes to life on stage with a high-energy score, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of heart. It’s an adventure that’s fun for the whole family! 🗓 Show Dates & Times 🎭 March 5 & 6 at 7:00 PM 🎭 March 7 at 2:00 PM 🎟 Tickets: $10 each Purchase by scanning the QR code or by visiting: https://osp.osmsinc.com/ChesapeakeVA/BVModules/CategoryTemplates/Detailed%20List%20with%20Properties/Category.aspx?categoryid=DD011 The musical is directed by Kyle Cook and choreographed by Kelsy Lee. Join us for an unforgettable adventure through the big, blue world!

🖤✨ Spirit Day Monday! ✨🖤 We’re celebrating Black History Month! Wear a Black History Month shirt featuring a motivational quote, powerful message, or historical figure. Let your shirt speak pride, history, and inspiration! ✊🏾📚

📣 Fundraiser Night Alert! 🍕🍔 Join us at Bubba’s 33 (Portsmouth Blvd) on February 18 for a delicious way to support our school! 💙🐻 🧾 Show this post and 10% of your proceeds will be donated back to us. Eat well, give back, and support our Bruins—we hope to see you there!

In January, our school partnered with the Norfolk Tides. All students were invited to participate by documenting 200 minutes of independent reading. Twenty-four students earned tickets to attend FREE Norfolk Tides games. Congratulations goes out to all participants! Great job students, and thank you to the Norfolk Tides for promoting Literacy.

Congratulations to our Students of the Month! 🌟🐻 These Bruins were selected for consistently demonstrating kindness and compassion toward others. We’re so proud of the way you support your fellow Bruins and help make our school a great place to be! 💙👏

Thank you to the Chesapeake Police Department Drone Team for visiting our Crime Solvers Club! 🚓🚁 Students loved seeing the technology in action and learning how drones support safety and investigations. An awesome hands-on experience with some seriously cool tech! 💙🐻

Severe weather had learning looking a little different this week ⛈️📚 From a French lesson on crêpe making 🇫🇷🥞 to guest teachers and so much more, our Bruins stayed engaged and learning safely from home. Way to ROAR the Bruins Way! 💙🐻

📣 Fundraiser Night Alert! 🍕🍔 Join us at Bubba’s 33 (Portsmouth Blvd) on February 18 for a delicious way to support our school! 💙🐻 🧾 Show this post and 10% of your proceeds will be donated back to us. Eat well, give back, and support our Bruins—we hope to see you there!

Shout out to Ms. Duncan for this powerful bulletin board honoring the brave individuals who participated in sit-ins as a peaceful protest during the Civil Rights Movement. ✊🏾📚 This display highlights courage, resilience, and the fight for equality—an important reminder during Black History Month and beyond. Thank you for bringing history to life for our students.

We loved welcoming our future 6th grade Bruins this week for Rising 6th Grade Night & the Electives Fair! 💙🐻 Huge thanks to our NJHS student ambassadors for greeting our newest Bruins with open arms. We can’t wait to see you soon!

HBCU & Greek Spirit Day is TOMORROW! 🎓💙💛💚💖 Rep your favorite HBCU or Greek org and celebrate the legacy, excellence, and impact of Black culture as part of our Black History Month celebration. Let’s show that pride! ✊🏾✨ #BHM #HBCUPride #GreekLife

The WBMS Orchestra fundraiser is LIVE! We are offering delicious coffee (ground/whole/K-cups) and tea from Giving Bean Coffee & Tea!
If you enjoy coffee, tea, K-cups, and cookies please consider supporting the orchestra program.

No cash needed, just follow the link to order. Orders will be shipped directly to YOU!!

Shop Link: https://www.givingbean.com/store/home.php?partner=a8377
Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-LZHbaT78ECUyvgSzLsl3Wdlmyk6XlXh/view?usp=sharing

❄️ Due to potential for hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

💻 Visit our website for additional details: http://cpschools.com/emergency

Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and receive important updates, events, and more.

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💘 February is the month of love… so show some love to your memories! 📘 Order your WBMS yearbook today at **yearbookforever.com** and make sure your story is part of this year’s book. Don’t miss out! 🐾💙 #YearbookForever #BruinPride