Braves RISE Together Newsletter

This newsletter will contain Braves news, updates, sports, and information about activities and events. It will be published bi-monthly.

Instagram: @IRBraves

Website: www.cpschools.com/irh

Email: irhbraves@cpschools.com
Location: 1969 Braves Trail, Chesapeake, VA, USA
Phone: 757-578-7000
Twitter: @IRHBraves

Greetings Braves Family,

We are excited to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2025 on June 18 at 12:45 P.M. at Chartway Arena. Our graduates are preparing to take their next steps into 2 or 4 year colleges, trade schools, the military, or the workforce. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and wish them continued success in all their future endeavors. As they join the ranks of Indian River High School alumni, we hope they always remember: "Once a Brave, Always a Brave!"

To all of our Brave families, the administration, faculty, and staff wish you a joyful end to the school year and a relaxing, restorative summer. We look forward to welcoming our underclassmen back in the fall for another great year.

Take care,

Naomi Dunbar

3 June: Spring Choir Concert (6:30 pm)

6 June: River's Got Talent! (6:30 pm)

7 June: Final Saturday School (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)

9 June: Jazz Band Gala (6:30 pm)

11 June: Spring Guitar Concert (6:30 pm)

16-17 June: Early Release Days

17 June: Last Day of School for Students

18 June: IRH Graduation Class of 2025 (12:45 pm Chartway Arena)

Wednesday, June 11 - Last day of classes for seniors

Thursday, June 12 - Seniors turn in chromebooks according to appointment schedule. Once

chromebook is turned in, they will be issued their graduation tickets.

Friday, June 13 - Mandatory Grad Rehearsal, Part 1. 9:30 am first in the auditorium, then the gym.

Monday, June 16 - Class Picture at the Stadium at 10am

Tuesday, June 17 - Mandatory Grad Rehearsal, Part 2. 9:30 am in the gym

Wednesday, June 18 - Be at the Chartway Arena by 11:45am for Graduation!!!

Students who are absent more than ten percent of the designated school days run the risk of not receiving credit for the classes, even if they pass them academically. For example, a student that has been enrolled since the first day of school and is absent for ten or more days is considered a chronically absent student. These students and their families will have to complete an attendance waiver request form, which will be shared closer to the end of the semester.

Attendance Waivers were sent via email to parents and students and will be done electronically this semester using this jotform, https://cpschools.jotform.com/243294514095055. A parent may request a waiver of the attendance regulation (seat-time requirement) for transfer students and those with documented family or medical extenuating circumstances that resulted in an excessive number of absences. The waiver request may be submitted to the principal or administrative designee prior to the close of a semester but no later than ten days after the close of a semester course. The principal or administrative designee shall act upon the waiver request within ten administrative days and shall notify the parent of the decision within five administrative days after the decision has been made.

If you have questions, email Dr. Gizara at courtney.gizara@cpschools.com or call 757-578-7000.

We will offer our final Saturday School sessions of the year on Saturday, June 7th, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Students will earn back one full-day absence for each three-hour Saturday School session they attend. Students can sign up during all lunches at the Cafe counter for Saturday School. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Teachers, if you are interested in helping with Saturday School on June 7 and have not already done so, please use this Google Form to sign up. You will supervise a small number of students (usually less than 10) in a classroom during the session. There are hourly remediation funds available to compensate you for your time.

https://forms.gle/rjUd3TkkTHp5XUbJ6

The winners of the VEX Robotics Competition

PINK TEAM

• Christian Miller
• Brodi Riser
• Jayme Renard
• Honorary acknowledgment to Mia Fuller

• Honorary mention as a solo competitor and for taking the lead in ALL games: Jackson Brown - GREEN TEAM

Thanks to our judges

• Joshua Crabtree
• Gian Britt
• Akin Kunold

Plan now to keep your student reading!

Studies show students who read regularly over the summer perform much better and are happier in school, so… get a book! https://chesapeakelibrary.org/

Strong bodies support strong minds! Help your child establish a regular sleep and exercise routine this summer. Limiting screen time is important too! NFL Play 60 is a fun resource! Just sitting around rusts both brain and body so GET ACTIVE

On April 10, the students from the Adaptive Music class performed a Spring Concert during school for their family and friends. It was a joyous event for all in attendance as the students energy and enthusiasm was infectious! Special shout out to Ms. Jordan Harris for working with the students to put on a great show!

In an effort to minimize interruptions to instructional time, please know that no food deliveries for students are allowed during the school day. Please know that breakfast and lunch are free for all students this school year.

Due to the new cell phone policy, we will not allow cell phones or earbuds to be dropped off for students. Thank you for your support for this policy.

• The CPS Help Desk assists all students, and parents of Virginia's Chesapeake Public Schools District with their technology questions and requests.
• The Help Desk provides a centralized place to find resources for all your technology questions as well as showcase the integration of technology throughout the school district.
• If you are having trouble accessing OneLogin or StudentVue or ParentVue, please access the CPS Help Desk for assistance.

Upon arrival, students should report directly to their homeroom classroom or to the commons area or D-hall for grab and go breakfast. Students may drop off instruments before they report to homeroom.

First Bell Rings at 8:55 a.m.

Students are considered tardy after 8:55 a.m.

Bus routes may be found on the CPS website (www.cpschools.com). Students should review and memorize their bus route number. Since the time of pick-up may still be irregular, cooperation from everyone is necessary and appreciated. Students will remain on the buses until 8:40 a.m.

Bluefield College

Jaydon Crawford

Virginia Union

Carrington Gaynor

North Carolina A&T

Brianna McCullough

North Carolina Central

Isaiah Merritt

Virginia Military Institute

Tra’veion Slaughter

Norfolk State University

Rayvon Moore

Click HERE to access the 24-25 IRHS Athletic Events Calendar.