IMMS Family Flier

Dear IMMS Families:

Below is the information regarding Welcome Back Nights. If you are unable to attend, students can bring their supplies the first day of school. For 7th/8th graders who choose NOT to use a locker, you can bring your supplies the first day of school.

6th Grade Welcome Back Night is on TUESDAY, AUG 25. Please note for 6th grade, there is a presentation to start our time together in the cafeteria followed by time to explore.

• Last Names A-K:
• 5:00 - 5:30: Presentation in the cafeteria to include teacher introductions, student and parent roles for success, and technology tips.

• 5:30 - 6:00: Say hello to your teachers, pick up and walk student schedules, drop off supplies, and set up your locker.

• Last Names L-Z:

  
  

  • 6:15 - 6:45: Presentation in the cafeteria to include teacher introductions, student and parent roles for success, and technology tips.

  • 6:45 - 7:15: Say hello to your teachers, pick up and walk student schedules, drop off supplies, and set up your locker.

7th/8th Grade Welcome Back Night is on WEDNESDAY, AUG 26 (open house style)

• 5:00-5:50 pm Last Name A-K

• 6:10-7:00 pm Last Name L-Z

• Families are welcome to visit IMMS, find classrooms, meet teachers, and mingle with staff and other families. For individual questions or important information about your student, please email the teacher to arrange a time to connect so they can give you their full attention.

😀First Day Info (different for 6th grade)

😀 Fee and Supply Lists

😀 Important Dates

😃 Registration/Schedules

😀 Family Welcome Back Night (different for 6th grade) w/ locker info

26-27 School Year Dates:

• August 25 5:00-7:15 PM: 6th grade ONLY Welcome Back Night

• Last Names A-K:

  • 5:00 - 5:30: Presentation in the cafeteria to include teacher introductions, student and parent roles for success, and technology tips.

  • 5:30 - 6:00: Say hello to your teachers, pick up and walk student schedules, drop off supplies, and set up your locker.

  Last Names L-Z:

  • 6:15 - 6:45: Presentation in the cafeteria to include teacher introductions, student and parent roles for success, and technology tips.

  • 6:45 - 7:15: Say hello to your teachers, pick up and walk student schedules, drop off supplies, and set up your locker.

• August 26 5:00-7:00 pm 7th and 8th grade ONLY Welcome Back Night (open house style)

• 5:00-5:50 pm Last Name A-K

• 6:10-7:00 pm Last Name L-Z

• Can't make it, no worries! Just bring your supplies on the first day of school

• If your student choses not to have a locker this year, there is no need to bring supplies to the school before the first day.

• August 25 and 26 10:00 am to 7:00 pm: District Photo Days for EC-12 students at McFarland High School (details below)

• September 1: First day of school 6th grade only

• September 2: IMMS ALL students back to school

• September 7: Labor Day - No School

• September 22: IMMS Picture Retakes 8:30 - 11:00 am
• September 25: No School

Click HERE for the IMMS 26-27 Supply List (School Supply Kits for Indian Mound Middle School)

Click HERE for the IMMS 26-27 Fees (to be paid with on-line registration)

On August 4, 2026 we will open up our annual student registration process. This is where we ask you to review many documents such as school handbooks, grade level welcome back letters, nutrition information and much more. We also have you verify existing information for you and your children as well as give permission for a variety of items. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to pay your children's school fees on-line.

The annual student registration period will run from Aug 4 - Aug 19. You will receive instructions on how to complete the process once it opens on the 6th.

• Schedules for IMMS will be available on Campus Parent/Student on Aug 17 (approximately).

There is nothing you need to do at this time except to continue to enjoy your summer with your families. This is just an FYI.

Student schedules are ready and on Infinite Campus.

For questions and concerns about the schedule, please fill out this form and we will respond as quickly as possible.

You should be able to see your child’s schedule in Infinite Campus around August 20 by clicking “Schedule” on the left hand side after you log in. Please see the directions below to view the schedule.

Lastly, I want to say thank you to our dedicated and talented scheduling team (Sydney Tranel, Jodi Fisher, Holly Hebgen, Jordan Griffith, and Michelle Eversoll) for your efforts and hard work on the schedule process!

Parent/Guardian Instructions: To view your child’s schedule go to the school website www.mcfarland.k12.wi.us

• Click on "Important Links"

• Choose Campus Parent

• Enter your Parent Username and Password and click on the blue login button

• On the left side of the screen, click on schedule

• Your child’s schedule will appear

• If you have multiple children, you may switch to another child by going to the right hand corner of the screen where your student’s name and picture appear, and switch to your other child

Student Instructions: To view your schedule go to the school website www.mcfarland.k12.wi.us

• Click on "Important Links"

• Choose Campus Student

• Log in by entering your Student Username, Password and click on the blue login button. Your username is the first part of your email (without the @mcfsd.org) and the password is your Gmail password

• On the left side of the screen, click on schedule

• Your schedule will appear

We are so excited for another fantastic season of McFarland SpartanHigh School Football! To ensure Friday nights are fun, safe, and memorable for all of our families, student athletes, please take a moment to review our stadium expectations with your child before heading to the gates.

Stadium Entry & Seating Guidelines

• Accompanied by Adult: To ensure safety, all middle school students must be accompanied by an adult to enter the stadium.

• Where to Sit: Middle schoolers attending with an adult are welcome to sit together in the designated top section of the student bleachers or sit directly alongside their accompanying adult

• Stay in the Action: All students are expected to enjoy the game from the stadium bleachers cheering on our team! The concessions and restrooms are available throughout the game, but we ask that students return to their seats once finished.

Keeping the Stands Safe & Clean

• Outside Items: To keep our facilities clean and safe, no outside drinks (bottled, canned, or fountain cups), footballs, frisbees, or similar items are permitted inside the gates.

• Game Day Safety: For everyone’s safety, pickup football games, running, and throwing objects are prohibited inside the stadium.

• Playground & Equipment: Please note that all playground and recess equipment is closed during game day/evening events. We ask that all students stay off the equipment so everyone can focus on staying safe and supporting the team!

Spartan Sportsmanship

We take immense pride in our school culture. Let’s lead by example and show top-tier sportsmanship to our guests and athletes:

• Show Respect: Stand quietly and respectfully during the National Anthem and our School Song.

• Keep It Positive: We cheer for the Spartans! Let’s show great respect to the officials and opposing team members, never booing or yelling at officials' calls.

• Bring the Energy: Bring your loudest, most positive Spartan pride to every quarter of the game!

Thank you for helping us create a safe, high-energy environment for our players and fans. Go Spartans!

6th Grade Only (Aug 25):

• Families will have the opportunity to learn about Canvas, Infinite Campus and will be given other important information that will help make your scholar's 6th grade year successful.
• If you haven't already picked up your lock the week of Aug 17-20 it will be available at this time.
• Locker assignments are labeled on your schedule. You may set up your locker during this time.
• August 25, 2026 5:00-7:15 PM: 6th grade ONLY Welcome Back Night (supply drop-off)

• 5:00-6:00 Last name A-K

• 6:15-7:15 Last name L-Z

• If you are unable to attend, students can bring their supplies the first day of school

7th/8th Grade Only (Aug 26):

• August 26 5:00-7:00 pm 7th and 8th grade ONLY Welcome Back Night

• 5:00-5:50 pm Last Name A-K

• 6:10-7:00 pm Last Name L-Z

• If you are unable to attend, students can bring their supplies the first day of school

• Families will be able to come to IMMS, find their classrooms, and meet their teachers! This is a casual time to mingle and chat with staff, classmates, and other families. If you would like to share valuable individual information about your student with their teachers, please send your child's teachers an email with the details or a time to check in, so your child's teachers are able to give you the full attention you deserve.

🔒7th/8th grade Locks and Lockers:

• 🔒Locker Option: The majority of 7th and 8th grade students choose not to use lockers and carry their backpack to class. However, lockers will be available and assigned to all students. Locker numbers can be viewed on their schedule.
• 🔒Locks: If your child has a school assigned lock, please have them bring it to Welcome Back Night. If they choose not to use a locker, they can return their lock in the designated buckets in the collaboration space. If they choose to use their locker, they must use the school assigned lock. If they have lost their lock and need a new one, we will address that once the school year begins.

McFarland School District Picture Days will be held at McFarland High School on Tuesday, August 25, and Wednesday, August 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. each day. Please use the link below to schedule a convenient time for your students' school pictures. We look forward to seeing you!

Click to Schedule your Students’ Pictures Here

There is a picture retake time on September 22, 2026 7:45-11:00 am

🍎First day of school for Sixth Grade is September 1, 2026 (schedule)

Sixth graders will have all of IMMS all to themselves on September 1st. The sixth grade teachers and the eighth grade WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) Leaders are planning a fun day of orientation and community building for our sixth graders!

📹 Sixth Grade Orientation Video (Click Here)

*Note, this video was recorded for our Spring 5th grade Orientation.

We are getting closer and closer to the start of the school year. We want to be sure our sixth graders are feeling ready for middle school, so we are sending a video for you to view! This video does not replace Family Welcome Back Night; however, it does include additional information for students and parents/guardians. It would be great to preview it, but not necessary!

🔒Locks & Locker Assignments:

Sixth graders can pick up their locks in the IMMS front lobby on August 17-20 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. This will give your scholar the opportunity to practice their combination before Family Welcome Back Night on August 25, 2026. It is not required to pick the lock up early, as it will be available on Welcome Back Night as well. Locker assignments can be viewed on your childs schedule.

🌲Timberlee Parent Volunteer Info:

Our 6th grade students will be attending an outdoor education experience at Camp Timber-lee on October 12 and 13. We will be spending one night at Camp Timber-lee! We will leave school on the morning of Monday, October 12th, and return to school in the evening on Tuesday, October 13th. The primary responsibility of parent/guardian volunteers is to serve as group leaders. Group leaders accompany a group of students to each session. Group leaders are NOT responsible for teaching the sessions.

• Please note that parent/guardian volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp and all camp fees. (Monday only=$17, Tuesday only=$17, Full Trip Overnight=$107) Fees will need to be paid by Friday, September 18th.
• If you are interested in volunteering, please click HERE and complete the information below by AUGUST 19th.

Your help is greatly appreciated. Those expressing interest in volunteering will receive an informational email before the end of August.

*Additional details on bussing will be emailed out closer to the start of the school year.

Please view this document for details on Student Drop Off and Pick Up Zones.

Arrival

IMMS start and end times are 8:20am-3:30pm. HERE is our daily schedule.

• Students can arrive after 7:55am. We encourage students to arrive as close to 8:00 am as possible, but no later than 8:20am!
• Bike racks are located near the MHS Stadium and by the IMMS Gym.
• Breakfast will be served in the cafeteria starting at 7:55am.
• Students can choose to stay in the cafeteria or play in the gym until the first bell at 8:15 am
• Reminder that once students enter IMMS, students are not allowed to be in possession of, nor consume caffeinated products (e.g. drinks, pouches, etc.) as well as any type of soda (caffeinated or non-caffeinated soda)
• 8:15am = Cell phones/Airpods "off and away"
• 8:20am = All students in ARRE Time

Dismissal

• Dismissal is at 3:30pm.
• Students must walk their bikes, scooters, long boards, skateboards, etc. until they exit school district property.
• If your child rides the bus, you can expect that they (buses) will be late the first few days.
• Please follow the cones/directions of staff outside at dismissal (buses will use the large loop and cars will use 1/2 loop).
• Students may not cross the parking lot to enter their car; students are only to be picked up on the School Forest side of the parking lot.
• Students may walk to the MHS Pool parking lot or to Exchange Street to get picked up.
• Please DO NOT use the Legion Parking Lot nor Burma Road to pick up your children.

IMMS Fall Sports Registration is OPEN. For your child to participate in a Fall sport, the below steps need to be completed.

1.Complete the Fall Sports Registration on Infinite Campus.

2.Pay the sports fee via Infinite Campus

3.Attend the specific Fall sports meeting set up by the head coach at IMMS. This information is listed below.

4.Have a current WIAA Medical Clearance/Eligibility form on file with the athletic department, dated after 3/31/2025. Physical forms need to have a doctor's signature, the date of exam, and a parent signature to be complete. Forms are available in the high school office or by accessing this link WIAA Medical Eligibility Form . Once the form is completed, please email it to Leah Poulos at poulosl@mcfsd.org as a PDF attachment. We will update Infinite Campus with your child's physical date and file the form. Physical forms are good for 2 school years.

NOTE: All steps need to be completed before an athlete can practice.

IMMS Sports Registration Instructions

1. Log into the Infinite Campus Parent Portal

2. Select "School Store" on the index.

3. Click "Shop" under IMMS

4. Click "Products" under Sports

5. Click "View" under the Sports Registration Product

6. Read all instructions

   1. Open Athletic Code link and read

   2. Open Concussion & Sudden Cardiac Arrest info and read

   3. If your child needs a physical, open and print the Physical Form link

7. Select the student you are registering in the "Recipient" drop-down

8. Select the sport for that student in the "Activity Options" drop-down

9. Click the link titled "Sports Registration Form" and fill out all information.

10. On the last page of the Sports Registration Form, sign the document by clicking on the red icon that resembles a piece of paper and pencil.

11. In the Sign/Decline Dialog box, click "Sign".

12. Click Submit

13. NEW

    : Under "Optional Uploads" you can upload your student's signed physical form, if applicable.

14. Click "Add to Cart"

15. Optional - if you have other children to sign up for sports, repeat the above for them.

16. IMPORTANT:

    Go to "My Cart" EVEN IF THE AMOUNT YOU OWE IS $0.00 . Enter in the payment information.

17. Click "Submit" on the cart checkout page. You should receive a receipt to the email that is displayed on that page.

Directions and Screenshots can be viewed with this LINK

How to locate your child's physical date on Infinite Campus

• Use the following link to login to Infinite Campus Parent Portal

• Click on the three horizontal bars (menu) located at the top left hand corner

• Select "More" and look for the selection "Athletic Registration"

• Make sure to have your child selected in the top right hand corner of the page

• If the physical date is listed after 3/31/2025 then the physical is good for the school year.

If you have any questions regarding the upcoming Fall Sports Season, please feel free to reach out to your child's head coach listed below.

Cross Country: Jennifer Jefferson - jefferj@mcfsd.org

7th Grade Volleyball: Missy Burke - burkem@mcfsd.org

and Amanda Mackey - mackeya@mcfsd.org

8th Grade Volleyball: Megan Elvekrog - elvekrm@mcfsd.org

Dance: Lily Gallegos - immsdance@mcfsd.org

If you have any questions, please contact Leah Poulos at poulosl@mcfsd.org or 838-4505

✅Scooter Safety Reminders for Community: Please watch this short video!

• Please wear a helmet to prevent serious injuries and use lights, reflectors, and bright clothing at night.

• Any person riding an electric scooter on the roadway must stay as close as possible to the right side, within five feet of the curb or edge. The only exceptions are when they are passing another vehicle or preparing to make a left turn. When riding in groups, users must ride in a single-file line.

• If there’s a bike path available, please use it; however, if you’re on an e-scooter, you must yield to bikes. Electric scooters can be used on the road or sidewalk as long as there is no sign prohibiting their use, but the rules of the road still apply.

• Electric scooters must not exceed a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour, even on sidewalks

• Electric scooters are not allowed on roads where the speed is over 25 miles per hour.

• No texting or earbuds while riding scooter
  

• One rider per scooter only. Riding tandem is unsafe and not allowed.

• Users of electric scooters (and bikes) shall not stunt ride, ride with no hands, race each other (or other motorists), or grab onto a moving vehicles.

• Alert others and be seen- use bell/horn, lights, reflectors, bright clothing at night and do not make abrupt/unpredictable movements

🛴School Expectations

• Bikes and scooters must be parked in the school district bike racks located by the MHS Stadium or by the IMMS Gym (south side of IMMS).
• School staff/District Officials are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged scooters. It is recommended that bikes and scooters are locked up in the bike racks when at school (or school sponsored events).
• Park and lock at bike racks: Scooters are not allowed inside the school building (even in inclement weather).
• Walk scooters and bikes while on school sidewalks, including the path from IMMS to MHS.
• One rider per bike or scooter.

👨‍👩‍👧 Tips for Parents & Guardians

• Review local and state laws

• Review this info about e-bicycle use

• Click HERE for information from the Village of McFarland. Here is Section 35-402 of the Village Code of Ordinances

• Talk safety expectations with your student, and set limits on where and when they ride.

• Practice together in a safe space so students can build confidence and stay safe

• Ensure they park properly at the school bike racks (do not park by the MHS Stadium concession stand)

Please reach out to Officer Bomkamp (Community Resource Officer) or Officer Towns (School Resource Officer) with questions!

The IMMS school culture prioritizes face to face communication. Our school culture does not include student cell phone nor AirPods/headphone (or other personal devices) use. Please help foreshadow this to your scholar before the start of the school year. Here are some quick reminders:

• Cell phones/AirPods/Headphones: "Off and Away" at 8:15 am (first bell).
• Students are not allowed to wear headphones over their ears, around their neck, over their head, etc. between 8:15am-3:30pm.
• If you need to reach your child, please call the main office rather than texting your child.
• If a student's cell phone or AirPods/Headphones are visible in hallways/bathrooms, in class, at recess, or at lunch, students will be asked to bring their device to the main office, where the device will be locked safely in the main office for the student to pick up at the end of the day.

• If cell phones or AirPods/Headphones are visible or are being used in class, the staff member will ask the student to hand the device over, and office staff/administration will collect the device from classroom. The device will be locked safely in the main office for your child to pick up at the end of the day.
• This is a change from 2025-26 where students were given a warning if the device was out or being used during class in the classroom.
• If students are observed using their smartwatch to text or communicate (e.g using the watch for anything other than telling time), the smartwatch will be confiscated and kept in the main office until the end of the school day
• Eighth Grade Students: Students in eighth grade will be utilizing the classroom cell phone wall pocket system (similar to the high school procedures). Students will be assigned a classroom pocket hanging in their classroom, and the student will drop off their cell phone (if they have one with them) in the classroom pocket at the start of the class until the end of the class period.

As we begin the school year, we are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students. To support this, our staff will focus on five key behavior expectations schoolwide throughout the year! We encourage families to review these with their student and help reinforce them at home:

• Be on Time – Arrive to school and class promptly and be ready to learn when class begins.

• Off and Away – Keep cell phones and headphones off and put away from 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM.

• Pass and a Purpose – Students must have a hallway pass and clear permission from a staff member when leaving class. Students should also remember to be in the assigned, approved area of school with the matching pass issued to them.

• Respect the Bubble – Students, whether playful in the moment or not, should keep their hands, feet, and objects to themselves throughout the day at school.

• One Voice– Students will continue to be taught the skill of listening while others are speaking, wait for their time to share their thoughts, rather than speaking over others.

These skills (among others) will be taught, reinforced, and re-taught throughout the school year as universal expectations for students to follow. The goal is to create a safe, fun, and productive learning environment each and everyday! We appreciate your partnership in helping students build strong habits that support success at school!

• Village of McFarland Comprehensive Plan

• McFarland Girls Youth Basketball - Registration Open

• McFarland Sparks 4-H Club New Member Meeting - September 10

• Futura Spanish Classes at WIS - Register by September 28

• E.D. Locke Library 500 Books Before Middle School Program

• E.D. Locke Library 3-5 Graphic Novel Book Club - Third Tuesdays

• Free Triple P Positive Parenting Online Program for WI Families

Dear Families,

It's time to start thinking about back to school! The McFarland EC-8 PTO is excited to support the community with exciting things ahead. There will be more information on how to be involved in upcoming newsletters. If you're interested in joining the PTO to help plan events and activities that support MPS, WIS, and IMMS please contact us at mcfarlandptoprez@gmail.com

McFarland EC-8 PTO

Join us at the next MSEC Meeting on September 9

6 p.m. - McFarland High School - District Office Board Room

The next School District of McFarland School Board meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026

Back To School

We’re excited to kick off another year filled with learning experiences and opportunities for personal growth.

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