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
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.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/4pncEZl
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
💻 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.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/4pncEZl
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX

💘 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

🏀⚽🏑🏐 WBM SPORTS ARE HERE! 🐻💙💛
Conditioning for spring sports is underway! ⚡
📋 Registration is required through Arbiter
🩺 Sports physicals MUST be uploaded in Arbiter before students can participate
🎓 2.0 GPA required
Let’s get moving, Bruins! 💪✨ #WBMSports #BruinPride
Conditioning for spring sports is underway! ⚡
📋 Registration is required through Arbiter
🩺 Sports physicals MUST be uploaded in Arbiter before students can participate
🎓 2.0 GPA required
Let’s get moving, Bruins! 💪✨ #WBMSports #BruinPride

🏔️ Join our 4th Annual Teen Summit, a FREE conference for students in grades 6-12 that tackles real issues that matter. Hear from student peers, teachers, community members, and our featured speaker!
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767
MEET THE FEATURED SPEAKER: Dr. Eugene D. Holloman
Dr. Holloman was a star running back at James Madison University until two knee surgeries ended his football dreams. 🏈
What happened next? Four years of figuring things out, working retail, earning his MBA, and starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company. Today he's a Cybersecurity Professional with a doctorate AND an author helping students navigate the same struggles he faced.
Hear his story and discover that when life throws you a curveball, it's not game over, just a new beginning.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: February 28, 2026
🕐 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Where: Indian River High School
🍴 Free lunch included!
💻 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=49539767

Bruins, it’s time to MOVE 🐻💙💛
Track & Field conditioning + tryouts are coming up! Check the flyer for all dates & details! Bring the effort, the energy, and the hustle 💨🏃♂️
Track & Field conditioning + tryouts are coming up! Check the flyer for all dates & details! Bring the effort, the energy, and the hustle 💨🏃♂️

Bruins are Virtually Unstoppable!
Show us how you learn remotely whether it is outside in the snow, or inside on Google Meet, send your photos to Delaney.bon@cpschools.com for a chance to be featured on Social Media and in our Yearbook!
Show us how you learn remotely whether it is outside in the snow, or inside on Google Meet, send your photos to Delaney.bon@cpschools.com for a chance to be featured on Social Media and in our Yearbook!

🐠🌊 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!

📘✨ Don’t miss your chance to be part of the story! Order your WBMS yearbook today at **yearbookforever.com** and keep the memories alive for years to come. 🐾💙 #YearbookForever #BruinPride

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

Bruins, it’s time to MOVE 🐻💙💛
Track & Field conditioning + tryouts are coming up! Check the flyer for all dates & details! Bring the effort, the energy, and the hustle 💨🏃♂️
Track & Field conditioning + tryouts are coming up! Check the flyer for all dates & details! Bring the effort, the energy, and the hustle 💨🏃♂️

Mission: Finish Strong! The end of the marking period is just around the corner, Bruins. Now is the time to check your grades, complete any missing work, and make up tests. Talk to your teachers if you have questions. You can do it! #MissionPossible #FinishStrong

Do you need a Saturday pick-me-up?!? Well, here it is!!
Last night, the choir boys performed for the annual “Friday Night with the Guys” at Great Bridge High School! We also were able to combine forces with our friends from Jolliff Middle and Western Branch High School!!
They NAILED it!!! Complete with audience participation!!!
Turn the volume up and get ready to sing!! 🎤
Great job, boys!!!! 🎶💪
#CooksKids
https://youtu.be/pnCdDGqDlfs https://youtu.be/pnCdDGqDlfs

Dive into the magic of musical theater! 🐠 We are looking for a crew to help us find Nemo. Join the Stage Crew for our musical. Lighting, sound, props, and costumes—no experience needed! The application window closes Jan 25. Be part of the big blue world: https://forms.gle/vaKzXDUmveuPN18K7

