The annual Spring Student Art Exhibition is open Now at the Chesapeake Central Public Library. Check out some of the incredible work produced by our Bruin Artists this semester.
Our next Sibshops will be held on May 8, 2024, at Portlock Primary School. This event is free for siblings (brothers and sisters of children with special needs) in grades 2-8 only. Light dinner will be provided.
Learn more and register: www.cpschools.com/sibshops
Thank you for donating to the WBMS volleyball team’s sock drive.
We were able to donate over 200 pairs of socks to the Union Mission homeless shelter. 💙🏐💛
May is Jewish American Heritage Month!
This month offers all Americans an opportunity to celebrate and draw inspiration from Jewish Americans' contributions to the fabric of our nation’s history and culture. You can read more about the celebration in Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proclamation: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/proclamations/proclamation-list/jewish-american-heritage-month-2.html
Join us as we celebrate and honor the rich culture, traditions, contributions, and enduring legacy of Jewish Americans. #CPSCelebrates
It's MAY! And that means SOL Tests are right around the corner! Make sure you are participating in our Daily SOL Morning Review so you can earn your chance to win the SOL Raffle!
🎉 Join us in celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! We encourage you to take some time to honor the incredible culture, history, and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans throughout May. Learn more about Asian Pacific Heritage Month and Asian Pacific Virginians here: http://www.virginia.gov/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month
Congratulations to our CITY CHAMPION Girls Track Team! The Lady Bruins brought home the Trophy to Bruins Country. We are so proud of you!!
Join us for our second School Safety Forum on Wed., May 22nd at Western Branch High School at 5:30 p.m. Representatives of the School Safety Taskforce (SSTF) will provide a brief update on policies and procedures followed by a Q&A session. Learn more: www.cpschools.com/safety
On Saturday, Indian River High School hosted Operation Military Families! Operation Military Families allowed for our district's military families to participate in information sessions and fun activities for students.
Throughout the evening, families were able to get complimentary family portraits taken by Lifetouch, enjoy performances by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Woodwind Quartet, eat a pizza dinner and learn about resources offered to military families in our area.
Special thanks to Captain Matt Frauenzimmer for taking the time to speak to our families and the Office of Family and Community Engagement for continuing their commitment to serving our community.
Congratulations to the 22 WBMS Chorus students who were selected for the 2024 Chesapeake All-City Choir!!! Their concert is tonight at Great Bridge Middle School at 6:30 PM!
#CooksKids
💜 In honor of the Month of the Military Child, this morning our Military Connected Families enjoyed a Breakfast Social in the Library. Thank you for your service and sacrifice as we continue to recognize all who serve. 🇺🇸
Thank you to our Local Partners; Chick-fil-a (Portsmouth Blvd) and Panera Bread (Harborview) for supporting our military families and our delicious breakfast!
We are wrapping up National Student Leadership this week and are celebrating the MVPs of our schools for all they do to promote service, spirit, and community! #NSLW2024
Congratulations to four of our student councils who were recently named 2024 National Gold Councils of Excellence. 🥇
Western Branch Middle School was the only middle school in Virginia to earn the recognition. Western Branch High School received the award for the first time, and Grassfield High and Hickory High both earned the honor again this year.
Deep Creek High, Grassfield High, Hickory High, and Western Branch High were also recognized with the VSCA State Achievement Award.
In addition, Western Branch High received the VSCA Outstanding Service Project Award and had two students, Jayla Washington and Amari Sykes, elected to state VSCA officer positions.
Modern Classrooms are popping up all over Chesapeake, but especially in Bruin Country.
Learn about the awesome work happening in Modern Classrooms like Ms Pait's and Ms Britt's.
Click here to learn more! https://youtu.be/MuJsdRFpEok?si=F0YzG_xjcttww_gi
Today some of our Teacher Leaders, Parent Advisors, and Administration enjoyed a delicious breakfast with Dr Cotton at the State of the Schools Breakfast.
We loved seeing the feature on Mrs. Pait and the incredible work being done at WBM in our Modern Classrooms!
Great News! Despite the yearbook selling out last week, we were able to get 25 extra copies from the printer! If you did not order a yearbook, get them now! They will sell out again!
Happy Administrative Professional's Day to Ms. Bell, Ms. Litman, Ms. Chetister, Ms. Griffin, and Ms. Chance! You help keep our school running smoothly!
🔥 Our Spring Sports seasons may be drawing to a close, but the Playoffs are Just HEATING UP! 🔥
🏑 Join us on Thursday as we cheer on the Lady Bruins as they take on Great Bridge Middle at 5:30. 🏑
Tickets available now on GoFan.com
April is the Month of the Military Child. Tomorrow we recognize the sacrifices of our Military children and their families by wearing Red, White, and Blue! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸
Greek Statues or students? We can’t tell when it’s GREEK FEST 2024 at WBM!
Today's annual 7th Grade Greek Festival was a huge success! Thank You to all the students and families who helped us learn more about Greek culture, food, and literature!
Congratulations to our 10 chorus students who performed amazing concerts as part of the 2024 All-Virginia Choir!! 💙🌟🎶 #CooksKids
