Our WBP community came to Indian River High School to support our Teacher of the Year finalist, Mr. Martin Burke, at the CPS Teacher of the Year event!
1 day ago, Western Branch Primary
WBP Community @ IRHS TOY Ceremony

📢 Calling all future Chesapeake Public Schools families in the City of Chesapeake!

We are exploring the establishment of new preschool centers to meet the growing need for high-quality early childhood education. If you live in our district and have children ages 0-4 or are planning to have children, your voice is essential!

Help us plan for the future of our youngest learners by sharing your needs and priorities in our new Early Childhood Education Survey. Your input will shape these vital programs! 

📋 Survey is open NOW - December 18: www.cpschools.com/surveys

1 day ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
blue and white with Earlyl Childhood Education Centers Survey written on it
On the 67th Day of School, we have so much to celebrate! We are showing our Bruin Pride today on this Super Hero Spirit Day with masks and capes. There was even a Roar Roll Call!
2 days ago, Western Branch Primary
super hero day
super hero 67 day
roar roll call 67 day
🌟 We are excited to recognize Martin Burke, Art teacher at Western Branch Primary, as our final Teacher of the Year finalist spotlight!

A Savannah College of Art and Design alum, Mr. Burke brings 21 years of teaching experience to Chesapeake Public Schools, having taught 18 years at the high school level before bringing his magic to elementary students. His innovative spirit shows through his achievements: He wrote the curriculum for the first-ever animation course in Portsmouth Public Schools, sponsored award-winning animation clubs, and is a two-time recipient of innovator grants! 🎨

Mr. Burke's philosophy is as unique as his teaching: "A Big Mac shouldn't compare itself to a Whopper, make your own Flavor! And create something the world has never tasted."

His superpower? Silliness! His advice to fellow educators? "No job is stressful if you're prepared... Have a great lesson plan, work it out and run it through 3-4 times and you will have a classroom that is buzzing!"

Mr. Burke, thank you for 21 years of innovation, creativity, and joy! You remind us that learning should be fun and unforgettable! 💙💛
#CPSCelebrates #CPSTOY2026

3 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
red and gold tones in a comic book them with Martin Burke's name in big letters, a cut out image, and 3 candid photos.
These Baby Bruins got treated to a special trip to the Book Vending Machine for Being a Bruin in November! Nice job! #charactercounts
10 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Book Vending Machine Bruins November

🚌 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

10 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
blue graphic with One stop job fair written with event details
What time is it? Well, when you hear the ROAR it means it is time for another... ROAR ROLL CALL! Bruins earn a special prize just for being here on the day their name is called for the roll call. #attendancematters
11 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Roar Roll Call
Roar Roll Call students
Shout out to our November Staff Shining Stars! They were nominated by their colleagues for their service to our school. Special thanks to ATCO Trucking for sponsoring this program!
18 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Staff Shining Stars
Congratulations to these November Students of the Month. They were selected for demonstrating safe behavior. Way to go!
19 days ago, Western Branch Primary
November Students of the Month
November Students of the Month
November Students of the Month
Congratulations again to our Literacy Teacher of the Year Megan Duregger!!
22 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Megan Duregger LTOY photo

Way to go Baby Bruins! We are so close to our goal. We have currently pledged $21,127. Our Boosterthon event is tomorrow, with your help- we can earn even more prizes and rewards.
Visit www.mybooster.com to donate!
Please note: We will be SLIMING Mrs. Napier and Mrs. Johnson if we reach our goal by tomorrow morning. We won't pie them in the face.

23 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Last Night for Donations
WBP's lost and found inventory is growing!
Please claim your child's personal items at http://bit.ly/3KbCa4s
24 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Lost and found updates
It's Boosterthon time at WBP! Let's GO! Sign up at... www.mybooster.com
30 days ago, Western Branch Primary
Sign Up today at mybooster.com
Congratulations to our Literacy Teacher of the Year Ms. Megan Duregger! Her instruction in language arts inspires excellence in other members of her team. This week we are so happy to recognize you, Ms. Duregger, with this honor. An added bonus was having your family and four-legged bestie Maya join in the celebration!!
about 1 month ago, Western Branch Primary
LTOY celebration photos
LTOY celebration photos
LTOY celebration photos
LTOY celebration photos
Please support our PTA by encouraging your child to enter this year's Reflections Contest! Entries are due to the WBP Main Office by November 21st.
about 1 month ago, Western Branch Primary
I belong flyer from Virginia PTA Reflections

The upcoming holiday season is filled with excitement, but it can also be a time when some of our families need a little extra support. 💛 🎙 In our newest episode of Amplified, we sit down with Lisa Kerry, one of our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) specialists and Nischelle Buffalow from Buffalow Family and Friends to talk about partnership, compassion, and how our community works together to make sure no one feels alone this season. 🎧 Hear the stories, learn how to access support, and discover ways to get involved at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates

about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Lisa and Nischelle standing next together in from of the Chesapeake Public Schools Administration building and smiling.
Lisa smiling in the studio with a headset and mic.
Nischelle talking in the studio.
A Phone Call Away with Lisa Kerry and Nischelle Buffalow. Amplified The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 24 with Lisa and Nischelle smiling on the cover art.
Congratulations to WBP's 2025 Teacher of the Year & official Joy Ambassador, Mr. Martin Burke. He is a finalist for Chesapeake Public School's Teacher of the Year!!

We are so proud of you Mr. Burke!
about 1 month ago, Daniel White
Martin Burke Teacher of the Year
The Baby Bruins are jumping on the 6-7 bandwagon with this reminder to READ every night! #LiteracyMatters
about 2 months ago, Western Branch Primary
Reading Marquee Message

The halls are filled with spirit this week!. We are looking forward to bringing home a gold at the homecoming parade tonight. Our neighboring schools need to bring their best, because we have got a winning "Under the Sea" plan & spirit showing up tonight! #WeAreBruins

about 2 months ago, Western Branch Primary
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
School Spirit Week Homecoming 2025
Happy Fall y'all! Recently, the Baby Bruins at WBP have been able to experience our outdoor courtyard garden & watch this pumpkin grow from a seedling into a fully grown pumpkin! #WeAreBruins
about 2 months ago, Daniel White
WBP Pumpkin Patch
WBP Pumpkin Patch
WBP Pumpkin Patch
WBP Pumpkin Patch