
🗺 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
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We have been LOVING the 12 days of Holiday Spirit in Bruin Country! Here is a look at some of our favorite outfits!




Congratulations to the Western Branch Middle School Choirs for a STUNNING Bruin Tidings concert last night. #CooksKids


Day 7 - Mad For Plaid
We are ready for those Cozy Friday Vibes with some Buffalo Check and Christmas Flannels!


All we want for Christmas is to see YOU at Western Branch Middle School Choir’s annual Bruin Tidings holiday spectacular tomorrow night at 6:30 PM at Western Branch High School!! Admission is FREE and we will be drawing our 15 lucky DECK THE HALLS raffle winners!! Just look at these faces — you just KNOW it’s going to be a show!
#CooksKids


It’s time for our community’s most merry celebration!! The 210-member Western Branch Middle School Choir presents their annual BRUIN TIDINGS concert TOMORROW at 6:30 PM at Western Branch High School! From new settings of traditional carols to beloved holiday pops, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Admission is free!
We will also be drawing the lucky 15 winners of this year’s DECK THE HALLS raffle!!
#CooksKids


Day 6 - Tinsel Toes
It's a SOCK HOP! Show off those festive Holiday Socks to earn Spirit Points for your Grade Level!


Attention 8th Grade Families!
The Deadline to apply to the Academies of Chesapeake is only 1 week away! Students interested in attending one of our Academies should apply at https://cpschools.jotform.com/232545356333960
Check Canvas or our School Website for more information!


Huge thank you to the Norfolk State basketball team for honoring Ms. Shanica Smith at Monday night’s game! 🎉 Ms. Smith was chosen as an “adopted teacher” this school year, and she had the incredible opportunity to bring her classes along for the experience. What an amazing way to celebrate her hard work and dedication to her students! 🏀💚 #NSUStrong #TeacherAppreciation #GoSpartans


Have you ordered your Yearbook? Order now at the lowest price of the year at yearbookforever.com


These students didn’t just deck the halls; they dazzled them! 🎅 Holiday spirit level: off the charts. 🎄✨ Check out these festive fits! Bruins spreading cheer and style this holiday season! #DeckTheHalls #HolidayStyleGoals #FestiveFun


Day 5 - Deck the Halls
Wear whatever Christmas and Holiday attire you like best! Show us your favorite Holiday Flair!


🎅✨ It’s a festive showdown! Santa’s team or Elf squad—who’s got your vote? 🎄 Let the holiday cheer (and friendly rivalry) take over! #SantaVsElves #HolidaySpirit #FestiveFun


“Bringing the spirit of Kwanzaa to life with a vibrant color war! Red, black, and green filled the day as students celebrated culture, unity, and heritage. 🖤❤️💚 #KwanzaaCelebration #CulturalPride”




Day 4 - Santas vs. Elves
Grab those Elf Hats, and Red Santa Suits! Which will you be?


Starting Tomorrow the Western Branch Middle School will be holding an Ornament Sale. All Proceeds will be used to purchase new library books. Ornaments are $3 each and are on sale in the library during Homeroom and Bruin Bell through


Congratulations to members of the WBMS Concert Choir! Your performance with the I. Sherman Greene Chorale was spectacular!!
Catch all 210 members of the WBMS Chorus at their annual “Bruin Tidings” concert at Western Branch High School on Friday, December 13 at 6:30 PM!


Day 3- Happy Kwanza!
Let's have a color war to celebrate Kwanza! 6th Grade wears Red, 7th Grade wears Green, 8th Grade wear Black!


The I. Sherman Greene Chorale, joined by the Western Branch Middle School Concert Choir, will be performing a holiday concert on TOMORROW, December 8th at 5 PM at Churchland Baptist Church. Join us for "The Joyful Sounds of Christmas!"


It’s time for our community’s most merry celebration!! The 210-member Western Branch Middle School Choir presents their annual BRUIN TIDINGS concert on Friday, December 13 at 6:30 PM at Western Branch High School! From new settings of traditional carols to beloved holiday pops, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Admission is free!
We will also be drawing the lucky 15 winners of this year’s DECK THE HALLS raffle!!
#CooksKids
