Mrs. Lucas' 5th graders took their Scratch coding lesson a step further and created their own sorting programs to help review Civil War and probability. Way to soar, hawks! #SOARingHighatBRI

Congrats to the following BRI students for their placements at the Chesapeake Council PTA Reflections Art contest! We are so proud of all of our student artists!! 🤩🥳

🎉 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

As a reminder today, January 25, 2024, is an early release day for all schools. 📅
In addition, Friday, January 26, 2024, and Monday, January 29, 2024, are Teacher Workdays. Click here to view our full calendar: http://cpschools.com/calendar

Don't forget to send any items by tomorrow for the Share the Warmth clothing drive! #SOARingHighatBRI

Several BRI students and their families were awarded tickets to the ODU basketball game this past week at Chartway Arena as part of the Stars of Honor program. Thank you for your hard work in and out of the classroom! #SOARingHighatBRI



3 robotics teams from DCM attended the MFR VIQRC January Full VolumeTournament in Richmond, where 24 robotic teams competed for the coveted state tournament spot. A BRI 5th grader, Shiraz Tahilramani, was on the 5th grade team that came in 8th overall! WOW!!! #SOARingHighatBRI

Children develop a life-long love of reading when they have access to a variety of materials and creative ways to read. 📚 Join us on February 1st at 6:30 p.m. to find fun ways to incorporate reading at home.
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/WaystoRaiseaReader

BRI's Annual Family Fun & Fitness night was a huge success! We had 100 participants enjoy musical activities, Jazzercise, TaeKwonDo, floor scooters, and more! Thank you to Mr Dekker for organizing such a fun fitness night for our families! #SOARingHighatBRI

BRI students are digitally designing mission patches as part of a NASA competition using Google Drawings. One winning patch from Chesapeake's elementary schools will be chosen to accompany the spring mission to the ISS. #SOARingHighatBRI

In honor of #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek, we would like to recognize our principal, Chad Foltz! He is an amazing leader who goes to great lengths to create a welcoming learning environment for all students. We appreciate all you do! #CPSCelebrates #SOARingHighatBRI

🏫✨ It’s #VASchoolPrincipalsWeek and we invite you to a heartfelt tribute to our educational leaders in our latest podcast episode! 🎧 🎙
🌟 Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Chesapeake Public Schools' finest, Mr. Paul Joseph, principal of Oscar Smith High, and Dr. Michelle Ferebee, principal of Deep Creek Elementary. Join us in honoring their incredible stories and the unyielding commitment and passion they bring to their roles, enriching the lives of students and setting a standard for educational leadership. #ThanksCPSPrincipals #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS
👉 You can listen at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on your favorite podcast platforms!

🎉 Celebrating Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week! 🏫
From January 14 - 20, 2024, join us by taking a moment to honor and appreciate the incredible dedication of our Chesapeake Public Schools principals! Thank you for your unwavering leadership, commitment, and the positive impact you make on our students, staff, and community every day.🌟#VASchoolPrincipalsWeek #ThanksCPSPrincipals 🍎📚 #CPSCelebrates

Learn more about transition planning to prepare students with disabilities for after high school on Jan. 18th at 6:30 p.m. Join VA Department of Aging and Rehabilitation Services as they share more information on their services.
Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/DARS101

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, January 9, 2024, are canceled, including YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club.
Be sure to get important weather, closing, or delay notifications with our district app and turn on "Push Notifications." You can also follow your school and get important updates, events and more!
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44UPkHQ
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3KcIghX

BRI's Share the Warmth Clothing Drive runs throughout the month of January - please consider donating new or gently-used jackets and sweatshirts. #SOARingHighatBRI

Join us as we partner with the YMCA and Chesapeake Parks, Rec, and Tourism for this webinar about all things active on Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m. 🌞
Learn about summer activities, camps, childcare, sports programs, and more! 🏈🎨
Register at: http://tinyurl.com/UnlockingSummerFun

If you are interested in learning more about our Chesapeake Virtual Academy, plan to join us for an upcoming webinar on Jan. 17th as we explore learning opportunities, expectations, and requirements for students and families. Register to attend: http://tinyurl.com/CVA2024

BRI is hosting a Yearbook Cover Design contest! All entries are due 2/15. See flyer for details! #SOARingHighatBRI

Our next One-Stop Job Fair will be held on January 10th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the School Administration Building. We are looking for teachers, bus drivers, school nutrition services, custodians, and more. Or you can always apply directly online: https://www.cpschools.com

