It's almost time for GBMS Spring Athletics Tryouts!
**All participants must have a valid athletic physical on file in order to participate!**
Please visit https://www.cpschools.com/o/gbm/page/athletics for tryout dates and times.
🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public.
💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 21, 2025, are canceled.
Please note - YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will operate on their normal schedule.
For more weather-related updates, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
This past Friday, members of the GBMS orchestra participated in the Junior District Orchestra concert at Lakeland High School. Great Bridge was well-represented, as 27 of our seventh and eighth graders took part in the performance. Way to go, Wildcats! We're so proud of you!
Join us as we explore K-12 online learning opportunities through Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA), offered for students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. This webinar will provide families with the expectations, requirements, and more!
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
6:30 p.m. via Zoom
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=36528023
This is part of our Peake Parent University Program
Does your child have an IEP or a 504 plan? SEAC is your voice:
When: Jan 14
Time: 6:30pm
Where: School Admin Building
TOPIC: Special Olympics Presentation
For more Info: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/special-education-advisory-committee
Attention rising 9th graders, Great Bridge HIgh School scheduling information night will be held on Tuesday January 21st. The exceptional learning information session will be held 5:30-6:00 pm, rising 9th grade presentation will be held 6:00-6:30 pm and the 9th -12th grade elective fair will be held 6:00-7:00 pm. Plan to attend and learn about high school scheduling options for rising 9th graders.
Attention rising 9th graders, Grassfield HIgh School scheduling information night will be held on Tuesday January 21st. The elective fair will be held from 5:00-6:00 p.m and the rising 9th grade scheduling information session will be held from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Rising freshmen and their families are invited to attend and learn about high school scheduling.
📢 We’re Hiring Substitute Teachers! ✏️
We are looking for passionate, caring, and responsible individuals to join our team as substitute teachers.
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/jobs
To ensure the safety of our students and staff, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to the potential for hazardous road conditions. For more information, please visit our website: http://cpschools.com/emergency.
Due to potential inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, Chesapeake Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, January 6, 2025. We will continue to monitor the weather and provide updates if there are any changes. Visit our website for 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/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX
🎙️ Episode 17 of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast is now live! 🎧 Tune in to learn about our new Power of the Peake Employee Recognition Program and hear the inspiring stories of our first winners! Learn how they’re making a difference daily in their schools, departments, and communities! 👉 Listen today at https://www.cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗Learn more about this program and nominate the next Power of the Peake recipients here: https://www.cpschools.com/page/employee-recognition
🗺 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
📢 Attention current 8th graders and families: Applications for our high school academies are NOW OPEN! 🌟
Apply to be considered for the 2025-2026 school year:
🩺 Science & Medicine Academy (SMA): Deep Creek High School
🖥️ Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM): Grassfield High School
🌎 International Baccalaureate (IB): Oscar Smith High School
📅 Deadline to apply: December 18, 2024
👉 For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1863836
The Book Fair is coming to GBMS!
Family Night will be Monday, December 9, from 4:30-6:30. Don't forget to stop by for some holiday shopping!
Thanksgiving is behind us and it's time to get into the holiday spirit! It's going to be a December to Remember at GBMS because of our holiday spirit days this month!
12/5- Two Turtle Doves- Twin Day
12/6- Mr. and Mrs. Santa- Santa hats
12/9- Christmas Vacation- Hawaiian, Luau, Sunglasses
12/10- Polar Express- Holiday pajamas
12/11- Santa's Little Helper- Elf attire and/or red and white
12/12- Snowman Day- Wear white, hats, scars, gloves, faux fir, earmuffs
12/13- Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer- Red noses and/or antlers, brown
12/16- Holiday Party Attire- Wear red and/or green plus a Christmas hat/headband
12/17- Mad About Plaid- Flannel and/or plaid
12/18- Grinch Day- Grinch related theme and/or green
12/19- Shine Bright- Light-ups, tinsel, or glitter
12/20- It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas- Tacky/Ugly Christmas sweater
8th graders were able to get an up close experience with artifacts from the Spanish-American War this week. Special thanks to the MacArthur Memorial for providing this fun hands-on activity for our students!
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
Reminder: All schools and offices will be closed November 27 - November 29.
🎙 Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education with Maria Kainz, a first-year English teacher at Oscar Smith High, and Andrew LeClair, a technology innovation coach from Hickory Middle. Together, they discuss the opportunities and challenges of incorporating AI into classrooms, offering insights on how it can enhance personalized learning and prepare students for a tech-driven world. This episode highlights their dedication to creating thoughtful, ethical approaches to using AI while inspiring meaningful conversations about its role in education. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧
