Isanti Middle School

Parent/Family Newsletter November 11 2022

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IMS Update

Happy Veterans Day!

Events coming up in the next few weeks:

Tuesday, 11/15: Fall Picture Retakes
Thursday, 11/17: 8th grade to CIHS for "The Lightning Thief" performance
Thursday, 11/17: 7th & 8th grade Choir Concert
Thursday, 11/24: Thanksgiving Day (No School 11/24 & 11/25)
Thursday, 12/1: End of Trimester 1
Friday, 12/2: No School

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Thank You Veterans

We are very grateful to all of our veterans and want to thank the veterans and family members who joined us this afternoon for our annual Veterans Day Program. Also, special thanks to:

Crystal Kennedy and our 8th grade Band
Carly Sende and our 8th grade Choir
Josh Brantley for bringing the program, especially the wonderful slideshow, together.
Head Custodian Cassie Vogelpohl and Building Technician Ryan Hajek for getting the auditorium ready to go.

You can see the IMS Veterans Slideshow video with this link.

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8th Grade Trip - CIHS Play

We are excited to announce an upcoming 8th grade field trip to see a play at our very own CIHS! The drama department has invited us to attend the play, Percy Jackson! The Percy Jackson series is a popular read with our middle school students. If they haven’t already read this series, they may be inspired to read it after attending this play! This will be happening on November 17th. The students will be transported to the high school in the morning and will return to Isanti Middle School in time for lunch.

If you wish your child to participate, no further action is needed. However, If you do not wish your child to attend this play, please contact the main office by Nov 15, 2022. (691-8600).

CI Schools Spotlight: WEB Leaders + Bullying Prevention

In this month’s video spotlights, Superintendent Rudolph talks with WEB Leaders at IMS and CMS about bullying prevention efforts and student leadership. As leaders in the WEB program — where everyone belongs — these students are demonstrating kindness, positivity, compassion and respect and setting the tone for unity in their schools.

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Lost & Found

If you've lost it, chances are we've found it. Please take a look at what has been collected so far this year in our lost and found.

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Health Office Update - Repeat

Influenza (flu) season is among us. We have seen a rise in Influenza-like Illness in the community, and our schools. We can all work together to prevent the spread of Influenza by staying home when you are sick, covering your cough/sneezing, and performing regular hand hygiene.

KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME IF:

They have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher.
They are throwing up or have diarrhea.
They are injured or too ill to participate in routine school activities.

Questions/Concerns - Please Call

Health Office: 763-691-8603
School Nurse: Ms. Winger 763-691-8604
Attendance Line: 763-691-8661

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Targeted Services - Repeat

We are excited to begin our Targeted Services program! The goal of this program is to provide extra academic support in the areas of Reading and Math. Reading support will be offered on Tuesdays, and Math support will be offered on Thursdays. If you would like your child to only attend the math or reading portion of Targeted Services, please note that on the form when submitted.

Targeted Services Parent Letter

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ENCORE - Repeat

ENCORE program provides free tutoring, internet access, and opportunities for students to improve their academic and study skills.

ENCORE is open to all IMS students.
Students will work on assignments and work to improve academic skills.
Transportation is the responsibility of the family
Morning (Tue. thru Thu.) or Afternoon (Mon. thru Thu.)

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Inclement Weather Plan - Repeat

What happens if school is closed for the day?

Cambridge Isanti Schools may use eLearning days due to inclement weather. A flexible eLearning Day means that school can be in session without students and staff being physically present at the school. Below is more information on our eLearning Day.

Teachers will post the day's lesson in Google Classroom by 10:00am. All teachers will be available from 10am-3pm by school email or within their open Google Meets. Students may work on lesson's independently throughout the day. If a student needs help with a lesson they can access their teacher according to the modified schedule pictured below. Students are able to access Google Meets via their school issued Chromebook or other personal devices

IMS eLearning Day Slides

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Winter Sports Registration - Sign Up Now

Registration is now open for middle school winter sports:

10/31 start: Girls Basketball
11/14 start: Gymnastics (7-12 Program)

11/21 start: Wrestling
11/28 start: Boys Swim & Dive (7-12 Program)

1/4 start: Boys Basketball

Please visit our website for registration and payment information. Just a reminder that all physicals MUST be current (within the past 3 years) and registration must be completed BEFORE your student-athlete will be allowed to practice or compete.

Specific to middle school, we typically do not practice on Friday’s and largely avoid any commitments on weekends (with few exceptions). Practices will happen immediately after school until 5:15 unless otherwise communicated by the coach. Transportation will be provided to all practice locations (if necessary) and to all away contests. It will be the responsibility of parents and/or guardians to pick up their student-athletes after practices and contests.