To our Indian River Parents and Guardians,

As we move into the colder months, we will begin to see an increase in respiratory illnesses such as common colds, influenza (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).  Our primary objective in the Health Services department is keeping our students, staff, and families healthy throughout the season.

Here are a few tips to help reduce the spread of illness:

• Keep children home when they are sick. A fever, persistent cough, vomiting, or other infectious symptoms are signs they should stay home until feeling better.  Rest is a key part of recovery, and staying home helps prevent the spread of contagious illnesses.
• Encourage good handwashing. Washing hands for at least 20 seconds is one of the best ways to prevent spreading germs.  Hand sanitizer works in a pinch, but nothing beats soap and water!
• Cover coughs and sneezes. Teach children to use a tissue or their elbow, not their hands.
• Clean high-touch surfaces regularly. Did you know that some viruses can live on surfaces for up to a week???  Door handles, toys, phones, and desks can all harbor germs, so frequent cleaning is a must!
• Promote healthy habits. Getting enough sleep, eating nutritious foods, reducing negative stress and staying hydrated all support the immune system.

• Flu vaccine: Recommended yearly for everyone 6 months and older.  For those with egg allergies, you're in luck!  This year's trivalent flu vaccine has been developed both with and without eggs.  This means that you can get the flu shot!  Talk to your healthcare provider about getting the right vaccine for your needs.
• COVID-19 vaccine: Vaccines are available year-round for everyone 6 months and order.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends talking to your pediatrician to determine if the COVID-19 vaccine is right for your child.  Remember: COVID vaccines do not contain live viruses, so they cannot "give" you COVID.  However, as with any vaccine, you may experience a mild case of symptoms as your body identifies and builds immunity to it.
• RSV vaccine: To prevent this respiratory virus, RSV vaccines are current available for specific populations---older adults, infants under 8 months of age, pregnant people, and some young children with high-risk conditions.  Talk with your healthcare provider to see if your child or family members are eligible.

Varsity Football Home Game

The New Hartford Central School District’s varsity football team will compete in the Section III Class B Semi-final game against Indian River in New Hartford.

Date: Friday, Nov. 7. 2024

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: New Hartford Senior High School Don Edick Field

Gates open: 5 p.m.

Online ticketing only via HomeTown Ticketing (Section III ticket rates apply).

https://section3.org/sports/2021/4/29/hometown-ticketing.aspx

The game will be live-streamed on Hudl.

https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ny/new-hartford/organization/17679/new-hartford-high-school

The following stadium rules will be enforced:

• Elementary students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

• No footballs or other sporting goods items are permitted.

• Noise makers are not permitted.

• Backpacks or other large bags are not permitted.

• Reentry will not be permitted for students who exit the stadium.

Concession Stand: Is located on the building side of the field near the tennis courts.

Entrance: Use the first high school entrance off Oxford Road. Drive straight down and the playground/basketball courts will be on your left. Please provide us with your estimated arrival time. We will have someone meet you and escort you to the locker rooms.

Spectator Parking 

Go past the high school and turn left onto Graham Avenue.

Parking will be available near the baseball field.

There is an entrance for visitors located right off Graham Avenue.

Thank you, and we look forward to hosting you!

To the IRCSD Community,

The Indian River Central School District understands that our community, like many across the nation, is facing challenging economic times. We recognize that an increasing number of families are dealing with the significant burdens of food and housing insecurity. These difficulties are not just statistics; they affect the well-being and potential of the children and families we serve.

In these difficult times, we want to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to our community. Our mission has always been to support the whole student, and that support extends far beyond the classroom walls. We believe that for students to succeed and thrive, their basic needs must be met. We are—and will continue to be—a partner you can depend on.

We are proud to share the resources and programs we have in place to support our families. We want to ensure that every member of our community is aware of the help that is available:

• Free School Meals for All Students: Continuing in the 2025-26 school year, through our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), all students in the Indian River Central School District receive a free, nutritious breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of household income. We strongly encourage all families to take advantage of this program, which ensures every student is fed and ready to learn. While no meal application is required, we kindly ask all families to complete the Economic Survey. This form is critical in helping the district secure continued State and Federal Aid that directly supports your child’s education.

• Discreet Support for Weekends: We know that hunger doesn't take a break. Our Indian River Backpack Program is a not-for-profit initiative run within our district that discreetly provides students in need with nutritious, child-friendly food items to take home on weekends and school breaks. This helps the children return to school ready to learn. The Backpack Program holds various fundraising opportunities throughout the year, and many employees also choose to participate in payroll deductions to contribute to this critical resource. Community members, businesses, and organizations can also donate funds and food items to help support this important program.

• Support for Housing Instability: We are deeply committed to providing a stable and supportive educational environment for all children, including those who may be experiencing housing insecurity. This can include families living in shelters, motels, or temporarily sharing a home with others due to economic hardship. Our district provides resources and support in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Act to ensure immediate school enrollment and stability for these students.

• Community Partnerships: We are not in this alone. We work closely with wonderful community partners to help connect our families with additional food resources available right here in our community.

  • Jefferson County Food Resources

  • Jefferson County Housing Resources

  • Cornell Cooperative Extension Food Assistance Programs

  • Fort Drum Emergency Assistance

  • Army Community Service Family Information and Resources

  • PIVOT Employee Assistance

We are more than just a school district; we are One District, One Family, One Community, One Wolf Pack! It takes strong schools and strong partnerships to build a resilient community, and we are dedicated to being a source of support, stability, and hope.

If your family is struggling, please do not hesitate to reach out. We encourage you to contact your child's school counselor, social worker, or a building principal. Your conversation will be treated with confidentiality and compassion, and our team will work to connect you with the resources you need.

We are in this together, and together, we will ensure every member of our Indian River family is cared for.

Sincerely,

On Friday, October 31, 2025, the Indian River Central School District will be dismissing students early so that our faculty and staff may participate in professional development opportunities.

Early Dismissal Times:

• Students in Grades 6-12 will be dismissed at approximately 10:30AM.
• Students in Grades K-5 will be dismissed at approximately 12:00PM.

We are proud to announce that the cast and crew of the recent Indian River Theatre of the Performing Arts production of Radium Girls have received the following TANYS (Theatre Association of New York State) Roving Adjudicator Awards:

• Meritorious Achievement in Performance to the Cast and Crew
• Excellence in Acting to Dahlia LaBrake for the portrayal of Grace
• Outstanding Achievement in Set Design and Construction to Devon Gillan
• Excellence in Direction to Kristie L Farr

Come supports the Boys

Congratulations on your soccer team advancing to the Sectional Semi Finals!
Your Sectional Semi Final will be played at Lowville Academy on Wednesday, October 29th

5:30 PM – #1 New Hartford vs. #4 Indian River
7:30 PM – #2 Jamesville-DeWitt vs. #6 Central Valley Academy

Entry Fee: All spectators must have a digital ticket for entry. Tickets can be purchased through Hometown
Tickets. The ticket price for advance sale and day of game price is $11.00 per person using a credit card or $15 per person (cash at the gate - no change available. One gate, indicated on map, will have a credit card reader for purchases). Student tickets are $5. Gates open at 4:30pm. Your fans can use this link to access the Section’s Digital

Ticket Platform (Click for link):
Section 3 Boys Class A Semi Final Tickets

Entrance: The stadium will have three entrances off of parking areas. See the attached map for reference.

Concessions: The Lowville All Sports Booster Club will operate the concession stand, offering: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Nachos, Chips, Candy, Soda, Water, Gatorade, Coffee

Other Spectator Information: No dogs allowed (please inform your fans). Artificial noisemakers are strictly
forbidden under Section III policy. No spectators permitted behind team benches. The games will be streamed on the NFHS Network. 

See attached for spectator parking information