We will hold a Veterans Day Donut Event on November 8th from 9:00 AM-9:30 AM. We are inviting 1 family member who is a Veteran per student. The student will be allowed to enjoy a donut with their Veteran. You must register and sign up for the event in advance. The deadline to sign up is November 1st. On the day of the event, we will start handing out visitor badges to our Veteran guests at 8:30 am in front of the school. Guests will be admitted into the building at 9 AM. Please bring a photo ID. We are looking forward to seeing our students and their Veterans on November 8th!
Special Shout Out to these Baby Bruins who were rewarded today with a special trip to the Book Vending Machine for "Being a Bruin" in the month of October. Way to go! #WeAreBruins
Thank you to the WBP PTA and our generous donor! They made the front of the school look fantastic with this fall display.🍁🍂
The WBP KG Letter Parade was today! KG students were cheered on as they each displayed a different letter in the alphabet and paraded for our school community. #WeAreBruins
Earlier this month, Mrs. Kerner made these suns for Hispanic Heritage Month. Students looked at examples of artwork from Metepec, Mexico. The Metepec Suns are a very recognizable form of Mexican Folk art. They have faces and colorful rays & are usually used as a wall hanging.
🎙🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Jeffrey Faust, our Chief Technology Innovation Officer, explores how we are starting to incorporate artificial intelligence in our schools. He shares AI’s practical applications, addressing how it helps streamline teacher workloads, while also touching on critical considerations such as data privacy and the ethical implications of AI in learning environments. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of education technology and the importance of equipping students and teachers with the skills and best practices needed to thrive in a future shaped by AI. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platforms or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified!
These Baby Bruins have had a big week! First, they earned special incentives as a top-earning class in our Boosterthon. Next, they rocked our DanceFit day. And, they finished strong at a dance party with special guests for 10 days as Lanyard Leaders- well done! #WeAreBruins
🥗Looking for a rewarding career in school nutrition?🥗
Join us at the School Nutrition Services Job Fair on October 29, 2024, from 3:00PM to 6:00PM at Western Branch Primary School. This event is exclusively for school nutrition workers.
💻 Visit www.cpschools.com/Careers
📢Our test of our Parent Alert System was conducted at 6:23 p.m. this evening.
The TEST message was sent via phone call, email, text message, and mobile app notification. If you did not receive our message via the platform you think you should have, please first verify that your emergency contact information is correct in ParentVue. To get a text message, you must have a cell phone number listed as your primary contact.
We appreciate your partnership in this effort to ensure we are providing effective communication. For more information about our Parent Alert System and safety and security protocols, please visit: cpschools.com/emergency
WBP Baby Bruins, today was our Boosterthon DanceFit Glow Party!! With your help, we reached our goal! #WeAreBruins
Not only did WBP reach our Boosterthon fundraising goal, we reached and surpassed our stretch goal too!!! Way to go Baby Bruins! This accomplishment earned another fun incentive for students to enjoy... Mrs. Napier got duct taped to the wall!!
REMINDER: In conjunction with Safe Schools Week, we will conduct a test of our Parent Alert System tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16, 2024, after 5:00 p.m. The purpose of this test is to ensure that our families and staff receive important information from both the school and district, including information regarding safety incidents, weather delays or cancellations, and other important reminders.
If you don’t receive our message via the correct platform(s), please first verify that your contact information is correct using our Online Student Verification process through your ParentVue account. If you still need assistance, please contact your school.
Visit our website for additional information: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1818081
Our WBP Bruins exceeded their Boosterthon fundraising goal! One fundraising incentive for reaching the goal was "Slime Mrs. Parke and Mrs. Napier." They held up their end of the bargain this morning on the morning news. #WeAreBruins
These Baby Bruins earned a special Bottle of Bubbles reward as part of the "Lanyard Leader" program. They've had 100% CPS Student ID badge participation for 15 days! Way to go! #WeAreBruins
📢 Chesapeake Public Schools will be conducting a test of our Parent Alert System on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, after 5:00 p.m. 📢
⚠️ The purpose is to test all communications channels the district uses to alert families of important information. On Wednesday, October 16, 2024, we will send a TEST message to the contact information we have on file for staff and parents via text, email, phone call, and mobile app. This will allow individuals to ensure they are receiving district and school communications through the correct platforms. We will also post the TEST message to our website and social media accounts.
🎯 Our goal is to ensure we provide accurate, effective communication in a timely manner. To update your emergency contact information, please use the Online Student Verification process through your ParentVue account. If you need additional assistance, please contact your child’s school.
💻For more information about our safety protocols, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1818081
WBP Anchored4Life team leaders had their first meeting this week! They were introduced to the Team Leader role. They agreed that the quote, "Be a rainbow in someone else's cloud." by Dr. Maya Angelou, would be the words that guide their work @ WBP. Thanks Team Leaders! @a4lclub
Next week is "The Magic of Homecoming Spirit Week." Dress to impress following these themes to celebrate with us! #WeAreBruins
We had a blast on Day 2 of Boosterthon!
Tonight's Booster Challenge: The class with the most new donations will get to turn the Booster team into a human burrito with Saran Wrap!!
📆2025-2026 Calendar Feedback📆
Four Academic Calendar options for the 2025-2026 school year were presented to the School Board on October 7, 2024.
💻We invite you to review the options and select your preference by participating in the 2025-2026 Calendar Survey: https://www.cpschools.com/page/community-surveys
🚍 We're hiring bus drivers! Ready to join our team?
💻Learn more about this and other exciting job opportunities here:
https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities
