🎶 BIG NEWS, BRUINS! 🎶
We are beyond thrilled to announce that TWELVE of our incredible WBMS Choir students have been selected for the 2025 All-Virginia Honor Choir! ✨ Over 1,300 of the most talented middle school singers from across the state auditioned for this highly competitive and prestigious choir, and these students rose to the top!
A special shoutout to Asiem and Andy, who tied for the 6th highest score in the state in their voice part, and to Lucie, who earned the 8th highest score in the state in her voice part! 🎶🔥
Please join us in congratulating these hardworking and dedicated students on this amazing achievement! Their commitment to excellence and passion for music continue to make us proud! 🎶
#CooksKids
🌈🖍️ Exciting news! We're hosting a Crayon Drive to collect new or gently used crayons for children in need. Your donations will be sent on their next big adventure! Bring your crayons to the WBM Library by March 7 and help us spread the joy of creativity. Who's ready to make a difference? 🤗
🌈🖍️ Exciting news! We're hosting a Crayon Drive to collect new or gently used crayons for children in need. Your donations will be sent on their next big adventure! Bring your crayons to the WBM Library by March 7 and help us spread the joy of creativity. Who's ready to make a difference? 🤗
🌈🖍️ Exciting news! We're hosting a Crayon Drive to collect new or gently used crayons for children in need. Your donations will be sent on their next big adventure! Bring your crayons to the WBM Library by March 7 and help us spread the joy of creativity. Who's ready to make a difference? 🤗
🌨️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day 2🌨️
Due to the ongoing severe winter weather impacting our area, Chesapeake Public Schools will continue with asynchronous remote learning on Friday, February 21, 2025. 💻
🏫 All school buildings & offices will be closed. Additionally, all school activities and athletic practices are canceled for Friday, February 21, as well as all CPS school activities and athletic events scheduled for the weekend.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.
🔗 For the latest information, please visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️Stay warm and stay safe! ❄️
🌨️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day 2🌨️
Due to the ongoing severe winter weather impacting our area, Chesapeake Public Schools will continue with asynchronous remote learning on Friday, February 21, 2025. 💻
🏫 All school buildings & offices will be closed. Additionally, all school activities and athletic practices are canceled for Friday, February 21, as well as all CPS school activities and athletic events scheduled for the weekend.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.
🔗 For the latest information, please visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️Stay warm and stay safe! ❄️
🌨️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day 2🌨️
Due to the ongoing severe winter weather impacting our area, Chesapeake Public Schools will continue with asynchronous remote learning on Friday, February 21, 2025. 💻
🏫 All school buildings & offices will be closed. Additionally, all school activities and athletic practices are canceled for Friday, February 21, as well as all school activities and athletic events scheduled for the weekend.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.
🔗 For the latest information, please visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️Stay warm and stay safe! ❄️
Snow day fun! ❄️☃️
Don't be like Mr. Goral and Mr. Rogers, stuck out in the cold! Stay warm, check Canvas for your asynchronous assignments, and visit your teachers during office hours! #SnowDay #OnlineLearning #StayWarm
❄️ Weather Alert: Remote Learning Day❄️
Due to severe winter weather, Chesapeake Public Schools will shift to asynchronous remote learning on Thursday, February 20, 2025. 💻
All school buildings & offices will be closed. We’re closely monitoring the weather and will share updates as needed. Stay safe! ❄️
🔗 For more details, visit www.cpschools.com/emergency
❄️ Round 2: Snow Day Bruin Pride Contest! ❄️
Another snowstorm means another chance to show off your snow day fun! We loved seeing all your snowy adventures last time, and we can’t wait for more. Send in your Snowy Day photos for a chance to be featured on our social media and morning announcements!
One Bruin from each grade level will win a Chick-fil-A prize! 🏆
📸 Submit your photos to Delaney.bon@cpschools.com
Stay warm, have fun, and let’s see that Bruin Pride! ⛄💙 #SnowDay #BruinPride #Round2
🌟 Tomorrow's the big day, Bruins! 🌟 The BRUIN BASH Basketball Game: Students vs. Teachers is happening at 6 PM in the WBMS Gym! 🏀🎉 Tickets are just $5 for students and $7 for adults! Bring your friends and let’s show our school spirit! Who are you cheering for? 💪💙💛
📣 The BRUIN BASH Basketball Game is just 5 days away! 🏀 Don't forget to join us on Friday, March 14 at 6 PM in the WBMS Gym for the epic showdown: Students vs. Teachers! 🎟️ Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults. See you there! 🎉
🏀 Get ready for the ultimate showdown! 🏀 Join us for the BRUIN BASH: Students vs. Teachers Basketball Game! 📅 Fri, March 14 at 6 PM in the WBMS Gym. 🎟️ Students: $5 | Adults: $7. Don’t miss out! #BruinBash #BasketballGame
🎭✨ TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ✨🎭
The Western Branch Middle School Musical Theater program is back with its highly-anticipated annual production, and this year… “The Show Must Go On!” 🎶
Join us on a musical adventure as three totally uninterested athletes find themselves stuck in Theater Class—only to be whisked away through time and song, discovering the magic (and lessons) of musicals! 🌟 Featuring show-stopping numbers from hit shows such as "Guys and Dolls," "Six," "Wicked," "Mary Poppins," "Hairspray," and MANY more, this production is one you won’t want to miss!
📍 Due to ongoing renovations, this year’s show will take place at Jolliff Middle School.
🎭 Show Dates:
🎟️ Friday, February 28 @ 7 PM ➡️ https://osp.osmsinc.com/ChesapeakeVA/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=DD011-205
🎟️ Saturday, March 1 @ 2 PM ➡️ https://osp.osmsinc.com/ChesapeakeVA/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=DD011-206
💰 All tickets are just $10!
Directed by Kyle Cook with choreography by Tristan Rightsell (WBMS & Governor’s School for the Arts Alum),this production promises laughter, excitement, and the magic of Broadway! ✨
Get your tickets now before they’re gone! 🎟️🎭 #TheShowMustGoOn #WBMSTheater #CooksKids
🌟 Important Announcement for All Field Hockey Players! 🌟
Today's conditioning session is canceled due to the inclement weather. We want everyone to stay safe and dry! Please take care of yourselves and we’ll see you at the next week! ☔💪
Attention WBMS Community!!
Only 9 days left to get some delicious coffee/tea in support of WBMS Orchestra!
Order now online (no cash needed)! Local orders only – items will be shipped to WBMS and distributed in March.
https://www.givingbean.com/orderform2/my_own_orderform.php?pstr=YTgzNzd8fDE=
🚨 Attention Middle & High Schoolers! 🚨
Feeling overwhelmed with school, extracurriculars, and everything in between? You're not alone! Join us for TEEN SUMMIT on February 22 at Deep Creek HS from 11 AM - 2 PM for an empowering event led by students, for students 📚
🎥 Check out this video from presenters at Grassfield High School who will address "Overcoming High School Burnout: Mastering the Balance Between Success and Stress."
💡 Learn practical tips to stay on top of your academics while taking care of yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=modiecipTeI
✨ Join the WBMS D&D Club! ✨
Create epic heroes and embark on mythical adventures! 🐉 (Dragons not guaranteed in every quest!) Are you ready to roll the dice? 🎲 Let your imagination soar!
#DnD #EpicHeroes #WBMS #AdventureAwaits
🏃♂️ Calling all athletes! Are you ready to join BOYS and GIRLS Track Conditioning? 🌟
Conditioning starts this week. We hope to see you there!
Mark your calendars for tryouts on February 26th-28th! Remember, you must attend all three days. ✔️
Make sure you have your sports physical on file and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA to qualify!
Let’s get ready to run! Who’s excited? 💪😄
🌟 Ready to kick off Spring Sports? 🌱
Join us for conditioning sessions:
⚽ Boys Soccer: Feb 11, 13, 24
🏑 Field Hockey: Mondays & Thursdays starting Feb 10
🏐 Volleyball: Tuesdays & Thursdays starting Feb 11
🏃♀️ Girls Track: Feb 11, 13, 18, 20
🏃♂️ Boys Track: Feb 13, 18, 20, 25
🗓️ Tryouts: Feb 26-28, 3-5 PM.
✅ Don't forget your sports physical & 2.0 GPA!
Who's joining us? 💪💙 #WBM #SpringSports #GetActive
