We are so proud of our entire track team for an amazing showing at the 2026 Chesapeake Middle School Championship Track Meet! #CPSCelebrates @cpschoolsva
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
Middle School Track Athletes standing in the grass at the Citywide track meet
6th grade Civics students took learning to the next level with a hands-on economics project! Students created their own businesses, identified resources, explored economic systems, graphed supply & demand, and developed strategies to attract customers using incentives. To bring it all together, they pitched their business proposals to an investor—their teacher Mr. Lowman!—to see if they could secure funding. We are proud of their creativity, critical thinking, and hard work!
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
6th grade students working on a civics project.
Our students have been putting in the work as we prepare for SOL testing! We’re so proud of the dedication and effort they’re showing every day! A big shoutout to those who have stayed after school for our SOL Power Sessions. Your commitment does not go unnoticed! 👏

We still have a few more power sessions coming up:
May 13 – Civics & Science
May 19 – Math
May 26 – English

Let’s finish strong! Join us and keep the momentum going! 🚀
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
Students working together with teachers to prepare for SOL testing.
A group of students participating in an SOL review session
A group of students participating in an SOL review session
Students participating in an SOL review session
A group of students participating in an SOL review session
A group of students participating in an SOL review session
A group of students participating in an SOL review session

What does student-centered learning look like in your child’s classroom? In Chesapeake Public Schools, our teachers are creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences for students. In our latest episode, nationally recognized educator, author, and speaker Dr. Catlin Tucker joins us to highlight how this work is taking shape in our classrooms, from increasing student voice and choice to building stronger connections that support learning. 🎧 Listen at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts.

4 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Dr. Tucker smiling proudly in front of the School Administration Building.
Making the Shift with Dr. Catlin Tucker - Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast. Dr. Tucker smiling sitting on a chair. Episode 29
Huge congratulations to Jalen Williams on being honored as a recipient of the Chesapeake Men for Progress Black Male Achievement Middle School Award! 🎉 #CPSCelebrates @cpschoolsva
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
Middle school student stands confidently in front of a New Chesapeake Men for Progress Black Male Achievement Program banner, wearing a light shirt and looking directly at the camera
Group of middle school award recipients wearing medals pose on a stage with two adults at the New Chesapeake Men for Progress ceremony, standing in front of an event backdrop
Purple Up Day! 💜 What an incredible show of support today! So many students and staff wore purple to celebrate the Month of the Military Child and honor our military-connected students.💜#CPSCelebrates
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
Students and staff at Indian River MIddle School wearing purple for purple up day to support military children
students and staff at Indian River MIddle School wearing purple for purple up day to support military children
students and staff at Indian River MIddle School wearing purple for purple up day to support military children
students and staff at Indian River MIddle School wearing purple for purple up day to support military children
students and staff at Indian River MIddle School wearing purple for purple up day to support military children
During the Month of the Military Child, we proudly celebrate our military-connected students at Indian Rive Middle. All month, we recognize the strength and resilience of children in military families. 💜 Thank you for the sacrifices you and your families make—we are honored to support you! #CPSCelebrates
4 months ago, Indian River Middle
group of military connected students at indian river middle school
group of military connected students at indian river middle school
group of military connected students at indian river middle school
Behind every strong school community is an assistant principal helping make it happen. From solving challenges to supporting students and staff, assistant principals lead with dedication, resilience, and heart. Join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders during National Assistant Principals Week! Thank you to Mr. Kesner, Mrs. Bonds, and Dr. Wynne for ALL you do!! #CPSCelebrates #APWeek #AssistantPrincipalsWeek

5 months ago, Indian River Middle
photos of three assistant principals being recognized for national assistant principals week

Important Calendar Updates & Reminders! 📅

April 6 - 10 is Spring Break. Schools will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing break! 🌸

April 13 is a Teacher Workday. No school for students.

April 21 is now an Asynchronous Day for all students. Meals will also be available at select school sites. More information is available here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=53908933

As a reminder, you can full our full calendar of events here: https://www.cpschools.com/events

5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Decorative
Our 7th grade STEM Rise Time group has been busy exploring and getting creative! 🌱🎨 From planting potatoes and flowers to creating colorful Easter marbling sheets, these students are diving into hands-on activities and bringing their ideas to life every day!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
students working together to plant potatoes
students working together to plant potatoes
students working together to plant potatoes
easter marbling sheets made by 7th graders
Our Lady Braves volleyball team has been putting in the work this season! 🏐 It’s been a busy schedule filled with growth and determination every step of the way! Keep up the good work, Braves!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
middle school volleyball players posing for a group photo
The IRMS Boys Soccer Team is putting in the work this season! ⚽ We are proud of their hustle, teamwork, and heart on the field! 👏
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
boys playing soccer for indian river middle school
boys playing soccer for indian river middle school
boys playing soccer for indian river middle school
boys playing soccer for indian river middle school
Back-to-back wins for IRMS field hockey! 🏑🔥 2-0 vs Oscar Smith and 3-0 vs Crestwood! Keep up the amazing work, ladies!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
girls playing field hockey
girls playing field hockey
girls playing field hockey
girls playing field hockey
girls field hockey team in a huddle with sticks together
Big wins for IRMS FBLA, led by Ms. Julie Bailey!🎉

🥇 Jeremiah Howard – Exploring Customer Service🥇
🥇 Ella Litzenberger – Slide Deck Applications🥇
💻 Cyber Security Certificates: Aydyn Litzenberger, Ella Litzenberger, Jeremiah Howard

AMAZING JOB TO ALL! Ella & Jeremiah advance to Nationals in San Antonio this June!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
FBLA students standing with their awards at the competition
three students at the FBLA competition
student presenting to peers at the FBLA competition
student with award at FBLA competition
student with award at FBLA competition
IRMS Field Hockey showed incredible effort and determination against Jolliff last night!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
IRMS Girls Field Hockey playing Jolliff Middle School
🌎 Mrs. Batista's classes celebrated National Foreign Language week last week! They created beautiful posters to decorate the halls and designed t-shirts while learning about different languages and cultures from around the world! 🎉
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Students creating posters and shirts for national foreign language week
Mrs. Rasmussen's 7th grade math classes celebrated Pi Day!
5 months ago, Indian River Middle
students celebrating Pi Day
students celebrating Pi Day
students celebrating Pi Day
🎶 Celebrating Fine & Performing Arts Month!

Shoutout to Sarah Hamilton and her talented students at Indian River Middle School!

Together, they created a new bulletin board to celebrate the power of music in our schools It’s a wonderful reminder of how the arts brighten our hallways and inspire our students every day.🎹

#CPSCelebrates
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Group of students holding paper clovers and standing in front of thier bulletin oard design of music notes an text that says musicians are a treasure
⛈️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, March 16, 2026, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will also be canceled.

For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
5 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
weather update with storm icon and CPS logo

🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

6 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
Orion and Taylor standing in from of the School Administration Building
Orion smiling in the studio with a microphone and headset.
Taylor Mercier smiling in the studio with a mic and headphones.
From First Not to Full Ensemble with Orion Burke & Taylor Mercier Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 28