There is so much to celebrate from the month of February! Our winter athletic teams wrapped up great seasons, and our speech and debate students also represented our school exceptionally well. Our Family Fun Night was a lot of fun and we thank all of the families who attended and helped make it a success. We are also incredibly proud of the students who organized and participated in the talent show. They did an amazing job. Getting up in front of an auditorium full of people is truly commendable for a middle school student, and their courage, preparation, and school spirit were on full display. As we head into March, our spring athletic teams are beginning to take shape, our music students are hard at work getting ready for their upcoming concerts and students are continuing to make strides in the classroom! We have a lot to look forward to in the month ahead.
Please take a moment to check ParentVUE and assist your student with completing any missing work they are able to complete. The end of the grading period is just around the corner and we want their report card to reflect the hard work they have been showing in class. Also, please check in with your student to see if they are in need of any school supplies that may have been used up or misplaced throughout the year. Many students are running low on essentials such as glue sticks and pencils, and having the proper materials each day helps them stay prepared and successful in class.
Recently, we reviewed our academic, attendance, behavior, and dress code expectations with students. We ask that you please reiterate these expectations at home to help ensure students remain focused and on track for a strong finish to the school year.
We also encourage students to take advantage of Power Sessions, tutoring, and study help opportunities if they need additional support in their classes. These resources are in place to help every student succeed. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to help our students finish the year strong. Go Braves, Mrs. Stanley |
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UPCOMING EVENTS & REMINDERS |
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Save time and click HERE for a quick rundown of our events during the month of March. March 17th is St. Patrick's Day!! Wear Green! March is Reading Month: Celebrating a Nation of Diverse Readers |
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Who's Who on the PTSA! President: Christina Close
Vice President 1: Shandera Reynolds Vice President 2: Roshawnda Hubbard Treasurer: Lisa Kerry
The IRMS PTSA board is expanding! Click HERE to complete the following form if you are interested in joining. The following positions are open: Secretary, Fundraising Chair, Member Recruitment Chair, and Volunteer Coordinator. |
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Interested in supporting the students and staff at IRMS? Looking for a way to meet other parents and staff as you help build the IRMS community? We need you! Dues are only $10. Join today. Interested in joining the board? We have a couple of open positions. Email us to learn more: irmbravesptsa@gmail.com
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The IRMS PTSA is looking for volunteers to help run activities and events. Check-out opportunities to volunteer and meet other PTSA members. Click HERE for more information! |
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Looking for ParentVUE/StudentVUE Login? Click HERE
Introducing StopFinder! StopFinder allows you to know where your child's bus is and when it arrives at school- in real time! Click HERE for more information |
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Important Procedures at IRMS |
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Click HERE to see the IRMS breakfast and lunch menus.
Chesapeake Public Schools has 31 schools that fall under CEP. This provision allows all students enrolled at those schools to receive breakfast and lunch meals at no cost without having to submit a meal application. Indian River Middle falls under the CEP list. For more information please click HERE.
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| Backpacks will be kept in lockers during the school day. Students may bring water bottles to refill at a water station. |
| Regular attendance is expected. After 5 unexcused absences, the school is REQUIRED to refer students to Truancy Court. |
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Please review the information in the policy regarding the length of shorts, dresses, and skirts. Remember, no rips or tears in pants above mid-thigh. Click HERE for more information. |
Chromebook Care Reminders!
Our students use Chromebooks every day as an important learning tool. To keep devices working properly, we ask families to help us reinforce a few key reminders at home. Click HERE for more information. |
| During the instructional day, any personal communications devices are expected to be turned off and put away.
This means that these devices should not be kept on the person or in the clothing of students during the school day. This expectation applies to all instructional, administrative, medical, or health-related settings including, but not limited to: classrooms, hallways, libraries, auditoriums, gymnasiums, locker rooms, administrative offices, or clinics.
Click HERE to read the IRMS Parent Letter about our Cell Phone Policy. |
| Arrival and Dismissal Arrival Students may enter the building at 7:55 am
Bus riders will enter the building from the Bus Ramp ALL students being dropped-off or walking/riding a bike MUST enter through the Main Entrance at the front of the building Homeroom: 7:55 am - 8:15 am Students are tardy after 8:15 am and must sign in at the Main Office. Dismissal Dismissal begins at 2:53 pm Parent Pickups and students walking/riding a bike will exit through the Main Entrance Pickup will occur in front of the school. Picking up a student before Dismissal?
A valid ID must be presented The pickup person must be listed and designated as a pickup person in Synergy Students will not be released to a designated person between 2:48 pm - 2:53 pm |
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Congratulations to our amazing students!! |
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Aubrey G. Aleena G. Bradlee E. Danica H. Ashlyn B. Bryce K.
Xavier S. Kirk T. Alyana C. Stoney W. Gabriella L. Luke W. |
| Aleeza S. Orion M, KJ F. London R. Journee S. T'Mari S.
Damon W. Braedyn K. Aliana T. Olivia N. Renesmee S. Lisa G. |
| Peyton J. Evan C. Kamden C. Skyelar R. Dustin S. Kamryn T.
La'Maiyah W. Daniel A. Julian J. Eric R. |
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Layla H., Naomi G., Mariyel W., Kaela R., Josiah S., Zayden M., Aaron T., Amia M., Aiden A., Dallas J., Jaya M., Jacob H., Joshua V., Aminah C., Milton D., Davis R., Christian J., Elias M., Manuela S., Sophiya B., Avery G., Sincere J., Emoni S., Joshua S., London R., Takyra B., Dustin B., Antwann C., Jaromyr C., Kevonna B., Harmoni G., Milania G., Devon J., Karl S., Emmanuel C., Jaicion A., Zoey W., Khalil B., Aliana T., Trevor J., Asa W., Gabriella L., Dorian F., Evan C., Julian J., Jaliyah P., Tatiana F., Antonio P., Lisa G., Herman S., Zy'kei G.
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Important Academic Reminders |
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SOL testing is approaching fast! IRMS is offering SOL power up review sessions during the months of February, April, and May. All students are welcome and encouraged to attend.To register your child please click the link below or the QR code to fill out the permission form. We hope to see you there! Click HERE!!
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Course verifications for your child's requested courses will be available in Synergy beginning March 5th. Please review your child's course selections carefully. If you would like to request any changes, there will be a link to a Google Form included in Synergy where you can submit your request. We encourage you to review the information promptly to ensure any necessary adjustments are made within the designated time frame. The last day to request any changes is March 9th. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's school counselor.
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| No Loitering at the Indian River Library or Indian River Rec Center |
Kindly remind your student that loitering is not permitted in the library or rec center parking lots, as well as at the rec center's picnic tables after school or during game days. Should your student wish to utilize the library after school, a permission slip, available at the Indian River Library, must be completed by the parent and submitted to the library. For access to the rec center, parents must complete the student membership form available at the rec center. Your cooperation in encouraging students to adhere to these rules is crucial for their safety! Thanks for your assistance!
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Indian River Middle
2300 Old Greenbrier Road
Chesapeake, VA 23325
(757) 578-7030 |
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