Don't be a Grinch this holiday season! 🎄💚
Whether you've been naughty or nice, there’s one thing that’s guaranteed to make your heart grow three sizes: securing your memories for a lifetime. Snag your copy before they’re all gone!
✨ Order here: https://yearbookforever.com/

🎁 Don't miss the Braves School Store Lollipop Giveaway & PJ Sale!
Get a FREE holiday lollipop with a minimum $6 purchase (Dec 12 - Dec 19).
Plus, Friday, December 19th is Blue PJ Out Day!
Grab your Indian River PJs on sale for just $25 before the sale ends on the 19th! 💙

🎉 Get Festive, IRH! 🎉
The School Store is selling Christmas Party Glasses, Socks, and Necklaces from Dec 16 - Dec 19!
🎄 Stock up for holiday fun, but hurry—supplies are limited!
📍 Store Hours:
Tues/Thurs/Fri: Before School
Fri: All Lunches
Don't miss out! #IRHChristmas #SchoolStore #HolidayFun


🚨 Conditioning Alert! 🚨
Lady Braves, your schedule is set! Let's get better every day and prepare for the season.
Tuesdays ➡️ IRH Softball Field (5:00-6:30 PM until Feb 12)
Wednesdays ➡️ D-Bats Training (7:30-9:00 PM until Dec 17)
If you have any questions, reach out to Coach Baum: Anthony.Baum@cpschools.com or Coach Emanuel: Emanuel.Cheston@cpschools.com

Mark your calendars for:
Date: January 24, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Dress up and bring your mystery! 🤫
Important Note: Only masks on a stick are permitted for this event.
Tickets are $35 per person. Keep an eye out for more details on ticket sales soon!

🚌 Join the Chesapeake Public Schools Team!
We're hiring for multiple classified positions at our ONE STOP Job Fair. Come prepared to interview on the spot!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
⏰ 11 AM - 2 PM
📍 School Administration Building
💼 Now Hiring:
Bus Drivers
School Nutrition Workers
Custodians
Substitute Teachers
📋 Bring With You:
Two forms of ID (all applicants)
Transcript copies (substitute teacher applicants)
❗ This is your chance to become part of the CPS family! We can't wait to meet you.
💻 Learn more and explore additional opportunities at: https://www.cpschools.com/careers

The December 2025 Edition of the Braves RISE Together Newsletter can be found online at https://www.cpschools.com/o/irh/page/irh-newsletters

December 4th is the last day to bring in any new, unwrapped toys for the IRH DECA Children's Hospital Toy Drive. Toys can be dropped off in the main office or in room E12. Thank you for your support!
CHKD asks that all items collected be NEW, due to infection prevention control. Anything that has been “collected” or “stored” over time is considered USED.
Please see the full flyer for more details. CHKD TOY DRIVE

It’s more than just a book—it’s a time capsule of their friends, their teachers, and the moments that made this year special.
Secure your copy now and guarantee they can hold onto these memories forever. 🔗 yearbookforever.com

The upcoming holiday season is filled with excitement, but it can also be a time when some of our families need a little extra support. 💛 🎙 In our newest episode of Amplified, we sit down with Lisa Kerry, one of our Family & Community Engagement (FACE) specialists and Nischelle Buffalow from Buffalow Family and Friends to talk about partnership, compassion, and how our community works together to make sure no one feels alone this season. 🎧 Hear the stories, learn how to access support, and discover ways to get involved at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts. #EmpowerCPS #CPSCelebrates

The October 2025 Edition of the Braves RISE Together Newsletter can be found here: https://www.cpschools.com/o/irh/page/irh-newsletters

🎓 Unlock Your Potential! Apply for the 2026 Summer Residential Governor’s School! ☀️
Calling all CPS high school sophomores and juniors, the interest form and application for the Summer Residential Governor’s School are now available! 🌟
Spend up to four weeks on a Virginia college campus diving deep into your passion! Explore specialized programs like:
🎭 Visual & Performing Arts
📚 Humanities
🩺 Medicine & Health Sciences
🧪 Math, Science & Technology
🌊 Marine Science
⚙️ Engineering
🌱 Agriculture
✅ Tuition-free
✅ Hands-on research, field studies & projects
✅ Expert mentorship and college-style learning
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and shine! ✨
📌 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2506527
➡️ All students must submit the appropriate interest form by Friday, November 7, 2025.

🎭 Discover the Arts at gsARTS Open House! 🎨
Interested students and families are invited to tour The Governor's School for the Arts and hear directly from current students about their experiences in our beautiful facilities.
📅 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕕 Tours begin at 6:00 PM
⏰ Last tour begins at 7:45 PM
📍 254 Granby Street, Norfolk
This is a walking-only tour - come prepared to explore our creative spaces, from theater to visual arts, music to dance!
🅿️ Parking is best at MacArthur Center
For more information: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=48696859

🎓 College Fair at Indian River High School! 🎓
Save the date! Connect with colleges from around the state and get the information you need to plan for your future.
📅 Monday, October 27th
🕕 6:00 - 8:00 PM
📍 Indian River High School
What to expect:
✨ Meet representatives from colleges across the state ✨ Learn about the college admissions process ✨ Get information on FAFSA and scholarships ✨ Special presentation by The Access College Foundation
This is your opportunity to explore your options and get your questions answered!
Register to attend: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=47676447

The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!
🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877

Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877

Students enrolled in Fall 2025 or full-year AP courses must register online by November 7, 2025!
See the linked flyer for important registration information.
https://5il.co/3r9i0

📅 Wednesday, October 15th | 5:00-7:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Career Center
What You'll Experience: 🏢 Building Tours - Explore our state-of-the-art facilities 👨🔧 Programs in Action - Watch students demonstrate skills and projects 💬 Student Q&A - Get the inside scoop from current CCC students 📋 Application Info - Learn the process for 2026-2027
🚨 IMPORTANT DATES: Applications Open: October 15th Applications Close: November 5th Open to students who will be in grades 10-12 for 2026-2027
Career Fields Include: ✅ Healthcare ✅ Information Technology
✅ Automotive Technology ✅ Cosmetology ✅ Culinary Arts ✅ Construction Trades ✅ And many more!
EXPERIENCE what makes CCC a launching pad for successful careers!
💻 More info on all specialized programs: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877

🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.

