Isanti Middle School

Parent/Family News October 9th

Fall Conferences - This Week

Conference dates are Tuesday, October 12 (in-person) and Thursday, October 14 (virtually). On Thursday, October 14, please understand that teachers will be meeting with families on Google Meets throughout the evening and will be unable to answer phone calls.

We acknowledge time that evening is limited and slots will fill quickly. Please only schedule time for those teachers/courses that you have questions or concerns. Know that our connection with parents is never limited to conference nights, and we are ALWAYS willing to connect with parents either through email, phone, or Google Meet. Feel free to reach out to teachers at IMS for additional opportunities to connect.

In Person Conferences at Isanti Middle School

Dates: Tuesday, October 12
Time: 4:00-7:30pm
Conference Setup: In Person at IMS
Conference Length: 10 Minutes
How to Schedule Conferences: Skyward Family Access Conference Signup Directions.

Virtual Conferences

Dates: Thursday, October 14
Time: 4:00-7:30pm
Conference Setup: Google Meets / Parents can also call in via Google
Conference Length: 10 Minutes
How to Schedule Conferences: Skyward Family Access Conference Signup Directions..
After signing up for a conference time teachers will send Calendar Invites to parents to match scheduled conferences.
Invite includes:

Google Meets link to do the virtual conference
Phone number to enter Google Meets if unable to do it through computer

Trouble Scheduling a Conference! Parent Signup Video Directions

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Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Schools, organizations, and communities are raising awareness of bullying prevention and teaching students how to respond effectively to bullying situations. At Isanti Middle School, we have several activities in place to help our students with this difficult topic.

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IMS Cares Color Run

We will host our first annual IMS Cares Color Run on Wednesday, October 20. We will be joining Cambridge Middle School as they host their fourth annual Color Run.Students that are interested in participating will have the opportunity to purchase an IMS Cares Color Run t-shirt during the week prior to the event, this coming week. The $10 purchase will cover the cost of the t-shirt and materials needed for the color run. Any additional proceeds will be donated to a cause in support of bullying prevention in schools. Any students not participating in the event will be on the sidelines cheering on the runners. Staff members are also encouraged to run the race!

Need Help? --> Try ENCORE!

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Morning 7:30-8:15

Monday - Friday

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Register

ENCORE Brochure/Registration

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Afternoon 3:30-4:15

Monday - Thursday

ENCORE began on October 4. The mission of ENCORE remains to "provide students with a quiet and safe learning environment to receive academic tutoring and supervised technology access." ENCORE is free to our families and is open to all registered students during the times listed below! Please see the attached brochure for more information.

Morning Session: 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM (45 Min)
Afternoon Session: 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM (45 Min)
ENCORE Brochure/Registration

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November Referendum Information

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You asked, we answered! "What is an operating referendum?"

Great question! An operating referendum is a vote for a levy for learning (bond referendums are for building). Our focus is on supporting student learning. Question 2 will maintain and expand vocational, technical, and career classes and ensure that our students are prepared for success in career and college. Visit c-ischools.org/2021-referendum today for details!

Nov 2021 / 2021 Referendum

8.5 million in the last three years, the district remains in the Learn more about our need. bottom 7% in the state in per student spending and funding - LAST in the Mississippi 8 Conference in spending. The district has cut 100 teachers and staff over the last three years.

c-ischools.org

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Scenes from This Week

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VB

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Recess

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SUCCESS Cleanup

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Important Upcoming Dates

October 4: Fall Picture Day

October 12: Parent-Teacher Conferences (In Person)

October 14: Parent-Teacher Conferences (Virtual)

October 20: IMS Color Run

October 21-22: Fall MEA Break (No School)

Every Meal

Every Meal is an organization that provides weekend food to children right where they are – at school. Their broad network provides 4-5 pounds of substantive, nutritious food directly to the children. At the end of each school week we will have food bags available to students as they leave IMS. Please complete the enrollment form or contact Terri Emmons, Isanti Middle School School Counselor, at temmons@c-ischools.org or 763-691-8659 to enroll your child.