Braves RISE Together Newsletter

This newsletter will contain Braves news, updates, sports, and information about activities and events. It will be published bi-monthly.

Instagram: @IRBraves

Website: www.cpschools.com/irh

Email: irhbraves@cpschools.com
Location: 1969 Braves Trail, Chesapeake, VA, USA
Phone: 757-578-7000
Twitter: @IRHBraves

Greetings Braves Family,

We are off to a great start this school year! Throughout each day the students are experiencing wonderful opportunities inside and outside the classroom.

Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year, Mr. Chavez Mabry. We are excited that Mr. Mabry will represent the River at the citywide Teacher of the Year ceremony.

We launched our Homecoming activities with the Homecoming Dance, Saturday, October 14th, from 7pm to 10pm.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we RISE together. As always, Braves are who we are and RISE is what we do!

Take care,

Naomi Dunbar

Mr. Chavez Mabry's outstanding contributions to the field of education and his remarkable dedication to his students and the community make him an exemplary candidate for this prestigious recognition. His teaching career, spanning 31 years, has been marked by excellence and an unwavering commitment to his students' success. He has consistently excelled in various subjects, including keyboarding, education for employment, freshman seminar, and economics and personal finance. Mr. Mabry's ability to connect with students is truly exceptional, and his passion for education extends beyond the classroom. One of Mr. Mabry's favorite quotes, "The Race Is Not Given To The Swift Nor The Strong But To He, That Endures To The End," reflects his own enduring commitment to his students and their success. Mr. Mabry's recognition as Teacher of the Year within our school community is a testament to the impact he has had on both students and colleagues. Congratulations, Mr. Mabry!!

October 1-31: Bullying Prevention Month/Disability History and Awareness Month

October 16-20: SSO & SRO Appreciation Week/National School Bus Safety Week

October 19: Earthquake drill at 10:19 a.m.

October 20: Homecoming Parade, Pep Rally, and Game

October 23: In-Person College Fair at IRHS

October 24: Band Fall Concert

October 26: Choir and Guitar Fall Concert

October 30: Orchestra Fall Concert

November: Native American Heritage Month, Family Engagement Month

November 3: Ready to RISE College and Career Fair

In an effort to minimize interruptions to instructional time, please know that no food deliveries for students are allowed during the school day. Please know that breakfast and lunch are free for all students this school year.

Due to the new cell phone policy, we will not allow cell phones or earbuds to be dropped off for students. Thank you for your support for this policy.

• The CPS Help Desk assists all students, and parents of Virginia's Chesapeake Public Schools District with their technology questions and requests.
• The Help Desk provides a centralized place to find resources for all your technology questions as well as showcase the integration of technology throughout the school district.
• If you are having trouble accessing OneLogin or StudentVue or ParentVue, please access the CPS Help Desk for assistance.

Hey Braves! Are you interested in being a part of our IRH Winter Cheer team? If so, conditioning will start at the beginning of November! Please make sure to have an updated physical and 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible to try out. See Ms. Hines in room J-9 (ISS Room) for more information!

The Virginia Music Educator Association Honors Choir is the most prestigious choral ensemble for students in the state of Virginia. Each year, hundreds of seniors from across the state audition to be part of this select choir. IRHS's Ashley Bell made this choir along with 2 students from Western Branch and Grassfield high schools. These students will be performing in Richmond in November for the state conference for music teachers. Congratulations Ashley Bell!

Upon arrival, students should report directly to their homeroom classroom or to the commons area or D-hall for grab and go breakfast. Students may drop off instruments before they report to homeroom.

First Bell Rings at 8:55 a.m.

Students are considered tardy after 8:55 a.m.

Bus routes may be found on the CPS website (www.cpschools.com). Students should review and memorize their bus route number. Since the time of pick-up may still be irregular, cooperation from everyone is necessary and appreciated. Students will remain on the buses until 8:40 a.m.

The Sapphire Dance Team had a great season this year with the IRH Band! From halftime performances to pep rallies and parades. The Sapphires brought their all to every performance. Tryouts for the 2024-2025 season will be toward the end of this year so if you are interested in becoming apart of the Sapphire dancers, see Ms. Hines in J-9 (ISS Room)!

Attention!! The Steppin' Divas and Esquires are having tryouts on October 23,24,25. The due date for applications is October 20th. Our step team will be performing at our pep rally and our Rivers Got Talent Show!! Get ready!!!

Click HERE to access the 23-24 IRHS Athletic Events Calendar.