
In observance of Juneteenth, our schools and offices will be closed today, June 19, 2024.
To learn more about the history and significance of the day, visit: http://nmaahc.si.edu/events/juneteenth


Attention Braves! It's that time of year again! Cross Country tryouts will begin Aug 5th at 8am. Make sure you bring your physical and running shoes! #GoBraves MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!


Beginning this week, our district will operate on a 4-day week. Schools and administrative offices will have extended hours Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will be closed on Fridays. ⏰
All schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth and Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day.
For more information, please visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/article/1631178


🎉🎓Congrats, Braves #Classof2024! We are so proud of you. RISE is what you did!
📸 Visit our website soon to view even more special moments from the ceremony. #CPSCelebrates




The Indian River Braves are taking the stage first today! 💙🎓 #Classof2024
We are so proud to celebrate and recognize some of their incredible leaders and scholars! See a full list of their graduates in their ceremony program and view additional resources by visiting: https://cpschools.com/graduation. 🎉 Way to go, Braves! #CPSCelebrates
🎓 Khera Lombos - Valedictorian
Future Plans: Old Dominion University (major in chemistry)
🎓 Joshua Kirby - Salutatorian
Future Plans: Tidewater Community College (accelerated degree program)
🎓 Alissa Chapman - Senior Class President
Future Plans: University of Virginia (Walentas Scholar)
🎓 Aurea McIntosh - SCA President
Future Plans: University of Virginia (Posse Scholar - major in systems engineering)





We cannot believe how fast this school year has gone! You can download and print these Last Day of School grade-level signs at: https://cpschools.com/lastdaycpsva .
Be sure to share your last day smiles and share your photos using #LastDayCPSVA!📷🌞🎉


Congratulations, Class of 2024! 🎉 #CPSCelebrates
Join us next week as we honor graduates from all seven of our high schools at Chartway Arena, Old Dominion University, from June 12-14, 2024. With the support of our district partners, WHRO, all of our seven graduation ceremonies will be live-streamed on our district YouTube channel and WHRO Livestream. Visit https://www.cpschools.com/graduation for graduation ceremony details, including digital resources, photo galleries, and more!
🎓 Great Bridge High School – June 12 (4:00 p.m.)
🎓 Western Branch High School – June 12 (7:30 p.m.)
🎓 Deep Creek High School – June 13 (4:00 p.m.)
🎓 Oscar F. Smith School – June 13 (7:30 p.m.)
🎓 Indian River School – June 14 (9:30 a.m.)
🎓 Hickory High School – June 14 (12:45 p.m.)
🎓 Grassfield High School – June 14 (4:30 p.m.)


Join our IRH Choral Ensembles for a "Wickedly Entertaining Spring Choral Concert" at 6:30pm on June 4, 2024!


🎙 🎧 It’s time to hear from our graduates! 🎓 #CPSCelebrates
In this episode of Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast, we spoke with a graduating senior from each of our high schools as they reflected on their time with Chesapeake Public Schools. They shared their memorable moments and future endeavors, heartfelt shout-outs, and advice for future high school students. Listen at https://cpschools.com/amplified or on your favorite podcast platforms!
👏 Thanks again to the seniors below who were featured in this episode! 🎉
Myrin Nixon ➡ Great Bridge High School
Natalie Lawson ➡ Deep Creek High School
Ben Ricks ➡ Western Branch High School
Ashley Bell ➡ Indian River High School
Will Cozart ➡ Hickory High School
Isabelle Michalski ➡ Grassfield High School
Aaliyah Price ➡ Oscar Smith High School
👉 Don't forget to visit: https://cpschools.com/graduation for information about all of our graduation ceremonies! Congratulations to the entire Class of 2024!🎉


There are still 2023-2024 yearbooks available. They are on sale for $90.00. Bring cash or check to J5 (Ms. Miguel) to purchase yours!


🇺🇸 Join us as we remember and honor our heroes on Memorial Day. ❤🤍💙 #MemorialDay
Our schools and offices will be closed from Friday, May 24, 2024, through Monday, May 27, 2024.


Here are a few shots of the final Ready To Rise: College & Career Fair that was held last week ! Thank you to Ms. Pervall and Mrs. Sackey for their hard work this year and bringing opportunities to our IRH Braves!








Congratulations to all the cadets tonight for the awards ceremony including the top four candidates and Bravo Flight. #BravesRISE




We are currently hiring electricians to join our team! 💡
We provide great schedules, competitive salaries, retirement benefits, outstanding insurance, onsite pharmacy access, and employee wellness programs. Apply today: http://cpschools.com/careers


We are excited that 3 of our African American senior male scholars were recognized by the New Chesapeake Men for Progress, Inc. Pictured: Brevin Caldwell; Not Pictured: Lavonte Jones & Joshua Davenport. We are so proud of our scholars and excited about their future! Way to go!




Join the IRH Band for their Spring Concert - Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:30PM Featuring the: Indian River Wind Ensemble, Indian River Concert Band and “River Swings” Jazz Ensemble!


Way to go!!! Our IRH Fall cheerleaders supporting the GTP SOL pep rally!! Best wishes on your SOL Little Braves!




Attention parents/guardians of RISING Indian River High School Seniors (only)! The Chesapeake Health Department has teamed up with IRHS to help your family prep for a healthy start to the 2024-25 school year. To register click this link: https://redcap.link/IRHS2024



It is Custodial Staff Recognition Week! 👏🎉
These important team members deliver outstanding services and support the operation of our buildings. They often work behind the scenes, so this is a great week to thank them publicly for all they do. #CPSCelebrates


🎉 Join us tonight for a special evening celebrating our retirees as they embark on their next adventure! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
📅 Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Grassfield High School
👉🎥 The event will also be live-streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChesapeakePublicSchoolsVA
