🌟 After 34 years in education, Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton still gets excited for the first day of school: "Every year is a fresh start." In this episode, he shares our district’s new Empower 2030 strategic plan, explains how we’re supporting students through innovative programs and authentic learning experiences like SmithTech, and highlights the importance of prioritizing student voices. 🎧 Get inspired for the 2025-2026 school year and listen to the episode at https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified or on Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!

10 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
A Fresh Start with Superintendent Dr. Jared Cotton Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Episode 22.
🎭Are you passionate about the arts? The Governor's School for the Arts is hosting a FREE virtual information session!

📅 When: September 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
💻 Where: Online
🎯 Who: Open to ALL CPS 8th-11th graders and their families

This is your chance to learn about GSA and how it could shape your artistic journey for the 2026-2027 school year. Whether you're into theater, visual arts, music, dance, or any creative field- this session is for YOU!

Register now: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47131048
10 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
GSA with Pictures of artists

IRHS PTSA 2ND ANNUAL T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST
Show us your creative talent and the winner will receive a shirt of choice and gift card!

Accepting Submissions: September 12-30
Two ways to submit your design in the main office or via email to: irhspresident@gmail.com

To Participate in the Contest:

  1. Create an Indian River Braves T-shirt design that will be printed on blue and gray shirts and hoodies.

  2. The lettering should be clear.

  3. If possible submit artwork in .png/.eps but pdf will also be accepted.

  4. Ensure to include your Name and grade. If submission is on paper place information on the back of submission not on the drawing itself.

  5. School-wide voting will be held on Oct 1st and 2nd

Art work:

  • Must be original

  • Must be in school colors

  • Cannot have derogatory words/phrases, drugs or drug paraphernalia, racial epithets or slurs and no weapons of any kind.

  • May include school theme "Built to Rise" and motto "Braves are who we are and rise is what we do".

16 days ago, Indian River High
IRHS PTSA 2ND ANNUAL T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST Show us your creative talent and the winner will receive a shirt of choice and gift card! Accepting Submissions September 12-30

Due to inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, September 16, 2025, are canceled.  YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will remain open this afternoon. For weather-related updates, visit cpschools.com/emergency.

16 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update graphic

🚌 Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

🗓️ Wednesday, September 10
📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320
⌚ 11:00am - 2:00pm

👉 Openings include: Bus Drivers, School Nutrition Services, Custodial Services, and more!

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans

❗Bring two forms of ID. Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

💻https://www.cpschools.com/page/careers We'll see you there!

24 days ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One stop job fair graphic
Come join us to watch the sunrise on your Senior Year! We will have Duck Donuts, games, and we will be taking your prom theme suggestions. All seniors, come on out for a morning of fellowship!
29 days ago, Indian River High
Senior Sunrise - Friday, September 19th 6:30AM

Auditions for the fall show - Legend of Sleepy Hollow - will be held on Monday, Sept. 15 & Tuesday, Sept. 16, immediately after school in room J5. Crew applications will also be accepted. Stop by J5 for more information.

29 days ago, Indian River High
Audition for Legend of Sleepy Hollow Monday September 15 and 16 J5
Are you interested in learning more about theatre & performing! Join us for the 2025-2026 Season at our 1st Drama Club meeting to be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:00PM. Club meetings will then be held every Wednesday (except for holidays and breaks). See you there.
29 days ago, Indian River High
Drama Club Meeting Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:10pm - First Meeting Wednesday. Septemember 10.
Attention Braves - Club Rush will be happening at all lunches on September 11th and 12th! Come check out all of the clubs and class organizations Indian River has to offer!
29 days ago, Indian River High
Attention Braves - Club Rush will be happening at all lunches on September 11th and 12th! Come check out all of the clubs and class organizations Indian River has to offer!
Picture Day is coming on Wednesday, September 17!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTGW4B9P. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com .
29 days ago, Indian River High
Picture Day Is Coming - Picture Day Date(s): September 17 - 18, 2025 Picture Day ID: EVTGW4B9P
Please read our Back to school newsletter!
https://secure.smore.com/n/p9d2f

about 1 month ago, Indian River High
Braves RISE Together Newsletter
All rising 9th graders and students new to IRHS are invited to join us for our 2025 BRAVE BEGINNINGS New Student Orientation Event on August 19th! Use the QR code to register. #BUILTtoRISE
about 2 months ago, Indian River High
brave beginnings orientation
We aren’t rushing the rest of summer but… 💙📚 Braves, gear up for a great year ahead! ✅ 2025-2026 Yearbooks are just $65 until Sept. 30 — secure yours now at yearbookforever.com 🎓 Senior Ads are 10% OFF with code seniorads when purchased before Sept. 30!
about 2 months ago, Indian River High
yearbooks on sale
yearbook information
🚌 WE’RE HIRING! Join us for the ONE STOP JOB FAIR and become part of the Chesapeake Public Schools team!

Job Fair Dates: 📅 August 13 📅 September 10 📅 October 8

📍 School Administration Building 1421 Kristina Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320

✅ Full-time positions include health & dental insurance, CPS employee wellness center, pharmacy benefits, and retirement plans ✅ Bring two forms of ID ✅ Substitute teachers: bring transcript copies

Ready to make a difference? We'll see you there!
about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
One Stop Job Fair Graphic with information
Join the IRH Administration, Faculty & Staff for our 2025-2026 Back to School Open House - August 28, 2025 | 3:30pm-5:30pm.
2 months ago, Indian River High
IRH BACK TO SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
📺 This morning, Lisa Kerry and Laura Lerf from our Department of Family and Community Engagement were featured on Coast Live, and shared exciting details about our upcoming Get on the Bus event that will be held tomorrow, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Chesapeake Conference Center! 🚌 Get on the Bus provides an opportunity for students and families to gear up for the upcoming school year. Families can enroll their children, receive free physicals, immunizations, school supplies and much more! 🔗 View more details about Get on the Bus here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=40341020
✨ Post and pictures provided by the Department of Communications Interns: Amelia Goodwin and Morgan McCray
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Lisa, the host, and Laura smiling together.
Get on the Bus Family Fun Event: July 31: 4-6 pm Chesapeake Conference Center Free School/Sports Physicals and Immunization. Meet & Greed Administrators 7574825923
Lisa and the host celebrating.
Everyone laughing on the show.
The host talking.
The host speaking with Laura and Lisa listening and smiling.
Laura speaking on the show.
Lisa speaking with Coast Live Host.
Videographer from Coast Live Recording Show

Families! It's time to GET ON THE BUS! 🚌

Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year and join us for this free event on July 31st at the Chesapeake Conference Center.

📃 Enroll your child for school and update residency information
🏥Free school/sport physicals and immunizations
🎒 Free school supplies, community resources, games, and giveaways

For more information and to register for immunizations and physicals, please visit cpschools.com/gotb

3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
The attached image is a flyer for the Get on the Bus event hosted by Chesapeake Public Schools on July 31, 2024. The information is hosted on cpschools.com/gotb.
🎉 The celebration continues for the Class of 2025! We proudly watched our graduates cross the stage on June 16-18, 2025, at the Chartway Arena, and we’re reliving those incredible moments together! 👉 📽️ View the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtVx3wKIYL4 and join us in celebrating every smile, every hug, and every cap tossed in the air, honoring the achievements of our newest alumni! 🎓
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Graduate happy to receive his diploma pointing out to the crowd.
🎓 There’s still time to apply! Chesapeake Career Center has spots open for 2025-2026! ✅ Multiple courses still available ✅ Easy online application ⏰ Deadline: August 1st at 4PM Don't miss out on hands-on career training! Apply now ⬇️ https://www.cpschools.com/o/ccc/page/application-page
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake Career Center with graphic
🍽️Chesapeake Public Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge on a first come, first serve basis. 💻 Please visit our website for more information including locations, meal service times, and application requirements: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2256195
3 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
summer meals