Our school district has received information confirming that one student at Vero Beach High School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing, which identified 35 students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. These 35 students will be required to quarantine, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The families of the 35 students required to quarantine have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Vero Beach High School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive case on campus, the number of individuals required to quarantine, and that the families of students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23rd.

On 9-18-2020, our school district received information confirming that one student at Storm Grove Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing that identified eighteen students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. Please visit our website for further details www.IndianRiverSchools.org

Sept. 17 - Our school district received information confirming that one student at Dodgertown Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing that identified twelve students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. Please visit our website for details www.indianriverschools.org/district/press_releases

Our school district has received information confirming a total of 2 positive COVID-19 cases. Please visit our website for all the details. https://www.indianriverschools.org/district/press_releases

On 9-14, our school district received information confirming that one non-school-based support staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing, which identified one student as meeting close contact criteria with the support staff member who tested positive. This student will be required to quarantine, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The family of the student required to quarantine has been contacted and notified of this information by an individual phone call from a district official. All families and staff members of Sebastian River Middle School and Sebastian River High School, which were schools supported by the staff member who tested positive, were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive support staff case, quarantine information, and that the family of the student required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of both campuses to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15th.

Today, our school district received information confirming that one student at Glendale Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing that identified thirteen students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. These thirteen students will be required to quarantine, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The families of the thirteen students required to quarantine have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Glendale Elementary School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive case on campus, the number of individuals required to quarantine, and that the families of students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members on Monday, September 14th.

Today, our school district received information confirming that two students at Vero Beach Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing that identified nineteen students as meeting close contact criteria with the students who tested positive. These nineteen students will be required to quarantine, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The families of the nineteen students required to quarantine have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Vero Beach Elementary School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive cases on campus, the number of individuals required to quarantine, and that the families of students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members tomorrow, Friday, September 11th.

Today, our school district received information confirming that one student at Oslo Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contact tracing that identified eleven students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. These eleven students will be required to quarantine, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The families of the eleven students required to quarantine have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Oslo Middle School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive case on campus, the number of individuals required to quarantine, and that the families of students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members tomorrow, Thursday, September 10th. Visit our website for all the details. www.IndianRiverSchools.org

Sebastian River High School (SRHS) senior and cadet commanding officer in the school’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, Mia Martinelli, has been selected to receive the Legion of Valor Bronze Cross award for Achievement JROTC award, one of the top recognitions for high school and college ROTC cadets.

Our school district has received information confirming a total of 3 positive COVID-19 cases on the campuses listed below. Following case investigations and contact tracing by the Department of Health, the information below includes the number of students identified as meeting close contact criteria with the individual who tested positive, and are required to quarantine and monitor for symptoms prior to returning to campus. Visit our website for details www.indianriverschools.org

Our school district has received information confirming that one student at Vero Beach High School tested positive for COVID-19. The Department of Health completed a case investigation and contract tracing, which identified 14 students as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive.

This afternoon, after student dismissal, an underground plumbing line broke at Gifford Middle School and water was temporarily turned off for repair. The plumbing line is expected to be repaired by this evening. The Department of Health (DOH) has been notified, and a DOH representative will be on site at Gifford Middle School on Tuesday 9/8 to initiate water testing. Gifford Middle School will be under a boil water notice until water testing is completed, and results are approved by the DOH. Gifford Middle School students and staff members will have access to bottled water when they return to campus after Labor Day on Tuesday, September 8th.

Today, our school district received information confirming that one student at Sebastian River High School tested positive for COVID-19.

Today, our school district received information confirming that one student at Fellsmere Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. Seventeen students and one district staff member were identified by the Department of Health, in collaboration with district health officials, as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive. These seventeen students and one district staff member will be required to quarantine for 14 days, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. The families of the seventeen students required to quarantine have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Fellsmere Elementary School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call confirming the positive case on campus, the number of individuals required to quarantine, and that the families of students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff members tomorrow, Thursday, September 3rd.

Vero Beach, FL, August 28, 2020– This afternoon, our school district received information confirming that a student at Vero Beach High School tested positive for COVID-19. Forty-six students were identified by District health officials as meeting close contact criteria with the student who tested positive, and will be required to quarantine for 14 days, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. All forty-six students’ families have been notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Vero Beach High School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call of the confirmation of the positive case on campus, the number of students required to quarantine, and that all students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff on Monday, August 31st.

Vero Beach, FL, August 29, 2020– Today, our school district received information confirming that two students at Osceola Magnet School tested positive for COVID-19. Nine students were identified by District health officials as meeting close contact criteria with the students who tested positive. These nine students will be required to quarantine for 14 days, and monitor for symptoms, prior to returning to campus. All nine students’ families have been contacted and notified of this information by individual phone calls from district officials. All Osceola Magnet School families and staff members were notified by School Messenger call of the confirmation of the positive cases on campus, the number of students required to quarantine, and that all students required to quarantine had been notified. Custodial services are disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of campus to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the return of students and staff on Monday, August 31st.

At our July 21st Business Meeting, our Board unanimously approved a Board policy banning hate symbols, including the Confederate flag and swastika, making the School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) the first school district in Florida to ban these hate symbols.

As our current reality reflects increases in local positive COVID-19 cases, District leadership met with student leaders from Sebastian River (SRHS) and Vero Beach (VBHS) High Schools to make decisions regarding necessary adjustments to our planned graduation ceremonies. These adjustments will honor the wishes of a traditional graduation experience for our students and include an increased opportunity for family involvement, while ensuring the health and safety of all participants.

The 2019-2020 school year has presented our district with challenges as well as opportunities. When COVID-19 forced the closure of school campuses and buildings, our district took immediate action, developing innovative practices to overcome obstacles in our path. Instead of allowing our new reality to become a barrier that would delay the mission of our district, we became #SDIRCStrongerTogether pushing forward to make decisions that were “Best By Kids.”

The School District of Indian River County is proud to announce that our Board has determined it is in the best interest of the students in Indian River County to submit to the voters the question of continuing the ad valorem millage of a 0.50 mill for four (4) years for essential operating needs to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all students, recruit and retain high-quality educators, create technology-rich classrooms, and expand supports for school safety and mental health.

The 2020 Graduation Ceremonies for Sebastian River High School (SRHS) and Vero Beach High School (VBHS) will be postponed due to the current situation related to COVID-19. We feel that it is extremely important to celebrate the accomplishments of our “Senior Class of 2020,” while also ensuring that the safety and well-being of our school community members.

Following the recommendations of the CDC regarding social distancing, and for the protection of our staff and community, we are encouraging the public to watch Friday’s press conference live-streamed on our District’s YouTube channel, YouTube.com/schooldistrictofindianrivercounty.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) will be holding a press conference Friday, March 20th, at 11:00 a.m., at our J.A. Thompson Administrative Center, 6500 57th Street, Vero Beach, regarding our plans and updates on Coronavirus (COVID-19) and details of our Instructional Provision Plan. Superintendent of Schools, Dr. David Moore, will be answering questions from the media at that time.

Vero Beach, FL, March 12, 2020— The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) will be holding a press conference tomorrow, March 13th, at 11:00 a.m., at our J.A. Thompson Administrative Center, 6500 57th Street, Vero Beach, regarding our plans and updates on Coronavirus (COVID-19). Superintendent of Schools, Dr. David Moore, will be answering questions from the media at that time.

Vero Beach, FL, February 3, 2020- The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) held their annual “Stars of the Year” Gala on Monday, January 27, at the Sebastian River High School Performing Arts Center. At the conclusion of the program, our five Teacher of the Year finalists and five Employee of the Year finalists were brought up on stage, honored with bouquets and boutonnieres, and anxiously awaited the announcement of the winner of the 2021 Teacher and 2020 Employee of the Year.

The Indian River County Department of Utilities has issued a Boil Water Notice that affects Sebastian River High School and Treasure Coast Elementary School until further notice. The School District has implemented precautionary measures, including bottled water, to ensure the safety of our students and staff until we receive notification that the Boil Water Notice has been rescinded.

Dr. David Moore will be meeting with each school’s faculty and will host two town hall style “Family Nights” in January, 2020. These meetings will allow Dr. Moore to become even more familiar with the staff members in our schools and the families we serve, and will provide him with additional opportunities to engage our faculty members and the community in conversation, regarding improvement of the quality of instruction for all children in Indian River County.

Dr. David Moore just completed the first day of his two-day District-wide “Opportunity Tour.” As part of Dr. Moore’s onboarding process, this two-day school site "Opportunity Tour" will provide him opportunities to meet with principals, teachers, and students, while allowing him to see the outstanding things that are happening in our schools, as well as identify opportunities to improve the quality of instruction for all children in our District.

The Board has called a special meeting, tonight, Tuesday, November 26th, to approve the employment agreement of David K. Moore, Ed.D., incoming superintendent. Dr. Moore will be formally signing his contract in front of our audience, and speaking at the meeting, starting at 5 p.m. The special meeting will be held in the Joe N. Idlette, Jr. Teacher Education Center at the J. A. Thompson Administrative Center at 6500 57th Street, Vero Beach. Dr. Moore will begin his onboarding with our District on Monday, December 2, 2019.

On Saturday, November 16, 2019, the School Board of Indian River County selected Dr. David Moore, with a unanimous 5-0 vote, to serve as our new superintendent. Pending an additional, more extensive background check, and contract negotiations, Dr. Moore will begin working with our District on December 2, 2019.

On Wednesday, November 6, 2019, the School Board of Indian River County, in collaboration with the leadership and expertise of Hazard, Young and Attea (HYA), identified six semi-finalists as part of the superintendent search process.

At our business meeting on Tuesday, October 22, we released our “Fake Threats Result in Real Consequences” PSA to remind our students, and our community, of the consequences of making a fake threat against a school or individual in our school district.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is pleased to announce that Resolution No. 2020-07, “Electronic Cigarettes and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) and Youth,” was passed unanimously at our Business meeting on Tuesday, October 8th.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) has added a link to a library of the Hazard, Young and Attea Associates (HYA) portal documents to our District website under our Superintendent Search page.

The School District of Indian River County is canceling school on Thursday, September 5th, and reopening schools on Friday, September 6th following an announcement by the Indian River County Emergency Services Department that all mandatory evacuations have been lifted as of Tuesday September 3rd at 12 p.m. 12-month employees should report to their normal work location on Wednesday, September 4th.

The School District of Indian River County is canceling school on Tuesday, September 3rd, and Wednesday, September 4th, due to the potential impact on our area from Hurricane Dorian. Further decisions regarding additional cancellations will be made after we receive more accurate information as the storm approaches and passes our area.

The School District of Indian River County is canceling school on Tuesday, September 3rd, due to the potential impact on our area from Hurricane Dorian. Further decisions will be made regarding additional cancellations next week after we receive more accurate information as the storm approaches.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) hosted an Interlocal Government Workshop, focusing on health insurance, on Tuesday, July 30. School Board Chairman, Laura Zorc, organized this event to gather large employers in Indian River County in one meeting area to compare health insurance options and find affordable health care solutions for those who are employed within the school district, and other areas of Indian River County’s interlocal government.

The Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) has released school and district grades for the 2018-2019 school year. Dr. Moxley, School District of Indian River County Interim Superintendent, said, “We are very pleased with our school grades, as we know it takes the work of many dedicated individuals and the persistence of our students to make this possible.

Individual Florida Standards Assessments, End-of-Course Exams, and Science scores were released today by the Florida Department of Education. The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is proud to recognize our students, teachers, and staff members for their hard work and dedication that made these achievements possible.

On June 3rd, the School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) Mobile Cafés were back on the road serving children 18 years and younger with nutritionally balanced lunches at no charge.

Our District would like to welcome Dr. Susan Moxley, who was appointed as Interim Superintendent at our Business meeting on May 14th, after a search conducted by the Florida School Boards Association, and will begin serving as Interim Superintendent on May 25th.

Individual Florida Standards Assessments for 3rd grade ELA (English Language Arts/Reading), were released today by the Florida Department of Education. Indian River County has the highest percentage of students scoring a level 3 or higher among all school districts on the Treasure Coast, including, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee Counties.

One week after being notified by the Florida Department of Education that our district had a State Finalist for Teacher of the Year, we were informed that we also had a State Finalist for the 2019 School-Related Employee of the Year! The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is excited to announce that Mrs. Daisy Rios, Secretary at Fellsmere Elementary School, has been selected out of 71 district-level candidates throughout Florida, as one of the top five State Finalists for the 2019 School-Related Employee of the Year.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is excited to announce that Dr. Nicole Mosblech has been selected as a State Teacher of the Year Finalist. This morning, Jacob Oliva, Chancellor of Public Schools, Paul Burns, Deputy Chancellor for Educator Quality, and their team from the Florida Department of Education, joined District staff and administration at Vero Beach High School to surprise Dr. Mosblech, during her third period AP Environmental Science class.

Vero Beach High School (VBHS), in cooperation with the Indian River County Fire Rescue and other agencies, will be hosting a Mock DUI crash event on Wednesday, April 24th, at 8:30 a.m. on 20th Avenue. At this event, senior students who attend Vero Beach High School will learn firsthand about the horrifying consequences associated with making destructive decisions behind the wheel of a vehicle.

Beachland Elementary School has been designated as a “School of Enrichment” in our school district. Beachland Elementary will pilot a full-time enrichment program delivered in accelerated classes.

We are excited to announce the launch of our official mobile app designed to enable parents, staff, students, and the community to stay informed and up-to-date on important issues, information, and activities that are underway within our school district.

Our district is proud to announce that our Vero Beach High School (VBHS) Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Matthew Stott, placed second runner-up in the 2019 National School Orchestra Championships “The National Orchestra Cup” in Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center in New York City.

The Florida Department of Education has announced that Cindy Emerson, Principal at Vero Beach Elementary School, is a State Finalist for the 2019 State of Florida Principal of the Year. After receiving the good news, a gathering of students, teachers, family members, and District staff, was planned to surprise Mrs. Emerson first thing Monday morning.

We are proud to announce that The Sebastian River High School (SRHS) Marching Sharks were selected to march in the 2019 New York City (NYC) St. Patrick’s Day Parade, on Saturday, March 16th, 2019. SRHS band students will depart Thursday, March 14th, via bus to embark on a 5-day trip to New York City to participate in the parade and experience the sights and sounds of the Big Apple.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is proud to share that Osceola Magnet School has been named a 2019 “National Magnet School of Excellence” by Magnet Schools of America. Please see the attached press release from Magnet Schools of America for more information.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) held their annual “Stars of the Year” Gala on Monday, January, 14, at the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center. At the conclusion of the program, our five Teacher of the Year finalists and five Employee of the Year finalists were brought up on stage, honored with bouquets and boutonnieres, and anxiously awaited the announcement of the winner of the 2020 Teacher of the Year and 2019 Employee of the Year.

Florida Department of Education has recognized eighteen School District of Indian River County Schools (SDIRC) as Five-Star Schools.

Osceola Magnet School was just recognized by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for the highest percentage of Dads participation in “Dads Take Your Child to School Day.”

The Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) released student graduation rates for the 2017-18 school year. Indian River County improved its graduation rate by almost 5 points; increasing from 87.1% in 2016-2017 to 92% in 2017-2018. This exceeds the State of Florida’s graduation rate by almost 6 percentage points.

Due to a broken water main that was repaired overnight, Liberty Magnet School will be under a 72-hour boil water notice. The Health Department and Indian River County EOC have been notified, and a Health Department representative will be on site at Liberty Magnet School to initiate water testing. Necessary precautions have been taken, and bottled water has been delivered to the school for use.

Please join us as over 450 student performers in the Vero Beach High School band, orchestra, drama troupe, and vocal ensembles present their “Winter Wonderland” concert. Show times are Sunday, December 9th, at 2:00 p.m., and Monday, December 10th, at 7:00 p.m.

The Sebastian River High School Band will be holding a VIP Media/Press Night on Wednesday, December 5th, at 6pm, before the first Prism Concert opens to the public the next day.

Vero Beach, FL, November 6, 2018 – The School District of Indian River County is proud to announce that the Treasure Coast Technical College has been awarded the Florida Job Growth Grant, worth $532,000, to expand programs offered at the college.

The School District of Indian River County is proud to announce their 2019-2020 Principal of the Year, Cindy Emerson, Principal at Vero Beach Elementary.

The School District of Indian River County (SDIRC) is proud to announce their 2019-2020 Assistant Principal of the Year, Hilary Poole, Assistant Principal at Storm Grove Middle School.

The Elks Lodge of Vero Beach #1774 and The Elks Lodge of Sebastian #2714 have started out the 2018-2019 school year actively serving our schools and stepping up to the plate to aid in different initiatives that support our students.

After school, at Gifford Middle School, an underground pipe was turned off for repair. Due to water being shut off to the entire school, Gifford Middle School will be under a 72-hour boil water notice.

The School District of Indian River County is excited to announce that The State Board of Education has designated five Indian River County schools as Schools of Excellence: Rosewood Magnet School, Osceola Magnet School, Liberty Magnet School, North County Charter School, and Indian River Charter High School.

The School District of Indian River County is excited to announce that the Treasure Coast Technical College received an Industry Appreciation Award in the “Government Building Renovation” category at the 30th Annual Industry Appreciation Awards.

School District of Indian River County, in partnership with The Education Foundation of Indian River County, is proud to announce that Lucero Long, 9th grader at Vero Beach High School, and Zachary Hessler, 8th grader at Gifford Middle School were selected as top 300 competitors in the 8th annual Broadcom Master National STEM Competition.

The School District of Indian River County is proud to announce the schools who received the Golden and Silver School Awards from the Florida Department of Education. The Florida Department of Education presents The Golden and Silver School Awards to recognize exemplary programs, which promote parent and community involvement in education.

he School Board of Indian River County, Florida and the Indian River County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (Indian River NAACP) will work collaboratively and cooperatively towards their shared goal of achieving a fully-integrated school system under the matter styled Sharpton, et al. v. School Board of Indian River County, FL, No. 1:64-cv-00721 (S.D. Fla.).

The National PTA has recognized Osceola Magnet Elementary and Glendale Elementary as 2018-2020 Schools of Excellence for their commitment to building an inclusive and welcoming school community where all families contribute to enriching the educational experience and overall well-being for all students.

The College Board and The International Baccalaureate recently released reports indicating that the students in Indian River County have outperformed both state and global averages in Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) exams. Not only did our student scores increase, but participation in AP and IB classes, by all demographics, increased tremendously.

Discovery Education and 3M have selected Gifford Middle School student, Zachary Hessler, as one of the ten finalists from across America to be named America's Top Young Scientist. The annual competition invites students to submit short videos that describe a new invention or idea that could solve or impact an everyday problem.