Due to stadium construction, starting TODAY (3/14), 8th grade parent pick-up will be combined with the 7th grade parent pick-up at the cafeteria. 8th graders will no longer be picked up by parents at the stadium parking lot.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Middle and high school families are invited to a family forum about the fentanyl epidemic on March 27 at Western Branch Middle. In partnership with Chesapeake Police, we will discuss the epidemic and how to support your child. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSNotMyKid
🔊 New Podcast Episode Alert!🎧 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified 🛡️ Safety within our schools takes center stage as we sit down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of Safety and Security, and Matt Hamel, Commonwealth's Attorney, to discuss the strategies and dedication driving our local School Safety Task Force. Discover how collaborative efforts across city departments are creating a safe and secure environment for our schools. Gain insight into proactive school security measures and the role you help play in school safety. Your voice matters, and we extend an invitation to contribute your perspective at the upcoming School Safety Forums! 👉 Visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/safety-and-security for more information regarding the upcoming forums. 🗣️ Join us in this pivotal conversation, because when it comes to our children's future, every voice can make a world of difference.
Congrats to P. E. teacher Alyssa Formica from Great Bridge Middle School who was named the Chesapeake Rotary Educator of the Year! 🎉 Ms. Formica is dedicated to her profession and goes above and beyond as a teacher, coworker, co-athletic director, and even a school bus driver!
The School Safety Taskforce will host the first of two public forums on March 20th at Indian River High School to provide an update on school safety policies and procedures. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees. Learn more: http://cpschools.com/safety
🎨 March is VAEA Youth Art Month! Youth Art Month is a celebration of the visual arts and recognizes art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” #VAartedYAM24 #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
To learn more about Youth Art Month and ways to celebrate, visit https://councilforarteducation.org/youth-art-month/ and http://www.vaea.org/youth-art-month.html. 🎉
Join us on March 14th at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar about Financial Planning for children with disabilities. Learn about guardianship and alternatives, ABLE accounts, and special needs trusts. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSFinancial2024
🎉 March marks the commencement of Women's History Month! Join us as we celebrate and acknowledge the outstanding contributions women have made to history, culture, and society. Explore the impactful insights into Women's History Month at https://womenshistorymonth.gov/ to learn about the diverse ways women have significantly influenced American history. #CPSCelebrates
We are hosting a virtual teacher recruitment fair for the 2024-2025 school year. Interviews will be held March 25-29. Please complete the online registration by March 11, 2024, to secure your spot: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1469176
We can't wait to meet you! 📚
The scheduling process for rising 9th grade students for the 2024-2025 school year is coming to a close. Course request verification letters will be available in ParentVue, in the Documents section, on March 1, 2024 and parents/guardians will have until Tuesday, March 5th at 4:00pm to request any changes. These course request verification letters will list the 8 classes your student is requesting to take next year, as well as a link for you to approve the courses or request changes. Please request all changes through the link by 4:00pm on March 5. Please have your student carefully consider which courses they would like to take next year. Schools use these course requests to determine staffing needs, so course request changes may not be accepted after the March 5th deadline.
DROP OFF/PICK UP PROCEDURE FOR CANDY CRUSH DANCE ON 2/23/24
The PTA dance is on 2/23; drop off and pick up procedures will be different for this event. Students will be dropped off and picked up in the same locations: 8th grade at the front of the building (Gym entrance), 7th grade on the stadium track (8th grade hall), and 6th grade on the bus ramp. There will be a check-in table at each of the entrances so it is very important to follow this procedure. We are also hoping it will alleviate some of our past traffic problems. Please see the diagrams below.
*** If you will be dropping off and/or picking up students in more than one grade level, please follow the procedure for the higher grade level ***
***In order to maintain smooth traffic flow, prevent students from having to navigate through busy traffic areas, and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, we kindly ask that you refrain from dropping off or picking up students at Great Bridge Methodist Church (Stadium Drive) or McDonald’s. By avoiding these locations, we can minimize congestion and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
6th Grade Drop Off and Pick Up:
Parents will enter the bus ramp from
Stadium Drive (The entrance and exit will be marked and there will be dedicated individuals directing traffic). Once on the bus ramp, cars will be assigned a lane (1-4). Parents will be instructed to text their child which lane they have been assigned for easy dismissal.
7th Grade Drop Off and Pick Up:
Parents will enter the track behind the stadium from the gate on Stadium Drive. Officer Ellyson will be at the entrance with his patrol car. Parents will drive around the track and drop off/pick up their students at the back of the building (8th grade hall), and exit onto Stadium Drive.
8th Grade Drop Off and Pick Up:
Parents will enter the parking lot at the front of the school building from Stadium Drive. Students will be dropped off and picked up from the gymnasium doors, vehicles will exit through the field and the gravel road onto Mt. Pleasant Road. There will be cones and dedicated individuals directing traffic.
The 2024 Virginia TSA Tidewater Regional Fair will be held this Saturday, February 24th at Grassfield High School from 9:45 am - 5:00 pm. Paul Eshnaur and David Khalil will be representing Great Bridge Middle School in the CO2 Dragster competition. The Opening Ceremonies will begin at 9:45 am in the auditorium and the CO2 Dragster competition will start at 1:00 pm in the Food Court. The event is free and fundraising will be for the American Cancer Society. Please come out and show your support for these Wildcats!!
The GBMS Talent Show is back! You won't want to miss one of the best nights of the year as our Wildcats take to the stage to display their unique talents.
The show will be on Friday, March 1 at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets will only be sold at the door, so get there early to grab your seat!
🎙 NEW podcast episode alert! 🎧Listen today at 👉 https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or your favorite podcast platforms.
Christine Sperelakis-Babb, Coordinator of College Readiness, and Holly Desteli of Tidewater Community College guide us through a better understanding of our dual enrollment program. They share how dual enrollment not only accelerates academic achievement but also paints a clearer path for students stepping into higher education. Tune in as they unravel the benefits of dual enrollment, from earning college credits to gaining a head start on career-focused certificates. 🎓 #InspireCPS #CPSCelebrates #EmpowerCPS
Parents are invited to join us on Feb. 27th to learn more about how students can stay safe online. In partnership with the Chesapeake Police Department, learn how to protect children from the dangers of social media. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSStayingSafeOnline
Our Chesapeake Virtual Academy (CVA) is proud to offer fully online courses to students enrolled in Chesapeake Public Schools. Serving students in grades K-12, CVA offers a wide range of core and elective classes, including Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses, and provides special education services for students with disabilities, gifted enrichment opportunities, and services for English language learners.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-2025 school year. Students remain connected to their home schools and may participate in all sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities. New and returning students should apply online by March 5, 2024. Learn more and apply online: http://cpschools.com/cva
Middle and high school families are invited to a family forum about the fentanyl epidemic on Feb. 20 at Indian River High School. In partnership with Chesapeake Police, we will discuss the epidemic and how to support your child. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CPSNotMyKid
It's almost time for Spring Sports Tryouts!
Volleyball- Feb 28- March 1
Boys Soccer- Feb 28- March 1
Field Hockey- Feb 28- March 1
Girls Track- Feb 28- March 1
Boys Track- March 4-6
*You must have a valid athletic physical on file in order to participate!
Go Wildcats!
Happy National School Counselors Week to our amazing counseling team! Thank you to Mrs. Hewitt (secretary), Mrs. Harris (6th grade), Mr. Williams (director), Ms. Mincheff (7th grade), and Mrs. Melton (8th grade) for all you do to provide a welcoming environment for all students at Great Bride Moddle School. You are appreciated!
🎉 Join us in saluting the service of over 800 school board members in Virginia for School Board Appreciation Month! The 2024 theme — The Heart of Education: Our School Board — acknowledges that the school board is at the heart of the education system, guiding it with kindness and care. The month-long observance is an opportunity to build a stronger understanding of the crucial role school boards assume in a constitutional republic. School boards voluntarily tackle the enormous job of governing public school divisions, while preserving the core of our democratic values. #CPSCelebrates
