IMMS Family Flier

Dear Indian Mound Families,

We wrapped up Quarter 1 strong! Thank you to all of our families who took the time to attend conferences. We appreciate your partnership, the opportunity to connect, and your continued support of our scholars.

This week, IMMS will celebrate Veterans Day, and we would love to recognize the veterans who are part of our school family. If you or someone in your family or circle of friends has served in the military, please take a few moments to talk with your child about their service and encourage your child to share about them during ARRE time this week. We want to take this opportunity to recognize the veterans in our lives, celebrate their service, and honor the sacrifices they have made for our country.

Thank you for helping us make this a meaningful opportunity for our scholars!

With Respect,

Ms. Thomas and Mr. Jondle

😀Outdoor Recess and Weather

😀Second Quarter Starts November 9!

As the weather continues to cool down and the seasons change, we wanted to provide a few reminders that we will/have been sharing with your scholar:

• Students should take their coats/sweatshirts/hats with them to lunch to avoid having to have to go to their locker/backpacks after being dismissed from lunch to recess
• When do we stay inside for recess?
• Heavy and consistent rainfall
• Temperature above zero, but windchill at or below zero
• Temperature and wind chill at or below zero
• Heat index at or above 95 Degrees
• Thunder / Lightning
• We WILL go outside unless the temperature or the wind chill is below zero

School safety is a priority in the McFarland School District. At Indian Mound Middle School (IMMS), we take several steps to ensure your child is safe and our school is secure. This week (November 9-13) IMMS will conduct a Shelter Drill (a.k.a Tornado Drill). We will prepare your child for the drill during our school announcements, also allowing for students to follow up with their teachers about any questions that they may have before the drill.

As with each of our safety drills, prior to the drill, we will make an announcement that clearly explains to students that a drill will be occurring. The entire procedure should last around 10-15 minutes. Students are reminded (as we will do during each of our drills and safety discussions) that these skills students and staff learn about regarding safety can be applied anywhere, both in school and out of school. Our goal is always to make this experience a useful practice of the procedures, without alarming students.

If you have any questions about the drill, please feel free to contact Ms. Thomas or Mr. Jondle at any time at 838-8980.

October 26-November 10

• 6th grade: Mr. Hartlaub's classes
• 7th grade: Mr. Hartlaub's classes and Ms. Madeiros Core 6
• 8th grade Mr. Hartlaub's classes

November 11-24

• 6th grade: Ms. Madeiros' classes and Mr. Wilberg's classes
• 7th grade: Ms Madeiros' core 4 and Mr. Wilberg's classes
• 8th grade: Ms. Madeiros' classes and Mr. Wilberg's classes

Students need to bring:

Swimsuit (no 2 piece suits/t-shirt over swimsuit is ok)

Towel

Sandals for walking on the pool deck is a good idea

Hair tie for long hair is preferred

Goggles are option but encouraged

Lotion is optional but encouraged

Note: Students need a valid medical reason to be excused. Students that are excused will need to walk the pool deck during class as well as complete 2 essays related to swimming fitness and safety.

Parents will often ask for ways to support the staff here at IMMS. If you are someone wishing to do just that, we have a great idea for you. Please consider providing caffeinated ground coffee or K-cups for our staff. You can either pick some up and drop it off at the main office at school or purchase it off of our registry on Amazon. Here is a link to our Staff Coffee Donations List on Amazon.

Thank you in advance.

Build explosive speed, agility, and power with MRAP’s Spartan Performance Training! Led by Coach Robert Cunningham, this 4-week course is open to ALL sports and athletes in grades 6-12.

Location: MHS Weight Room
Session I: Jan 11 – Feb 3 (Reg. deadline: Jan 4)
Session II: Feb 8 – Mar 3 (Reg. deadline: Feb 1)
Times: 6th–8th Grade: 5:30–6:30 PM | 9th–12th Grade: 6:30–7:30 PM

Spots are limited—lock in your athlete's spot today!
Register at MRAPNews.com or call 608-838-4666

Looking to improve your skills and have a blast on the court this winter? Registration is officially OPEN for our 5th–8th Grade Co-Ed Big10 Volleyball Traveling League!

Whether you're developing your serve or sharpening your game strategy, this league offers great competition, teamwork, and fun.

League Details:

• Who: 5th–8th Graders (Co-Ed)

• Season: January – March 2027

• Practices: Once a week (Mid-January through Early March; exact day/time varies by grade level)

• Tournaments: Sundays (Approx. 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM on Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 21, Feb 28, & March 7, 2027)

• Fee: $100 Resident / $130 Non-Resident

• Deadline: Register by December 7th, 2026

Volunteer Coaches Needed!

We can't run this great program without our awesome parent volunteers! Please indicate your willingness to coach when registering your player. Mark your calendar for a virtual coach meeting on Wednesday, December 16th at 6:00 PM (link will be emailed 1 week prior).

Register today at MRAPNEWS.COM!

Daily Schedule

Daily Announcements

Day A/Day B Schedule

Student Services Support Contacts

McFarland School District Website

McFarland School District App

McFarland Youth Center Website

McFarland RADAR (Relevant Alcohol & Drug Awareness Resources) Coalition Newsletter

Nov. 4: 7th/8th Band Solo Festival 4:15-8:00 @ IMMS

Nov. 5: 6th Grade Band/Choir/Orchestra Concert 7:00 @ PAC

Nov. 18: Choir/Orchestra Solo/Ensemble 4:15-8:00 @ IMMS

Nov. 25-27: No school - Fall Break

Looking ahead:

Dec. 3: 7th-8th Orchestra Concert 7:00 @ PAC

Dec. 16: Choir Concert IMMS/MHS 7:00 @ PAC

Dec. 21 - Jan. 1: No School - Winter Break

Jan. 13: 7th/8th Band Concert 7:00 @ PAC

Below, you will find the "Hubs" (aka Task-List) for each grade level and Related Arts. You can click on the "Hub" to get information on what your scholar is doing in class, assignments, and assessments. As always, please use Infinite Campus to look up progress grades and turned in assignments.

Here are some helpful tips and videos that may be useful:

• How to log-in to Infinite Campus (38 second video) or HelpDoc

• How to check your scholar’s missing assignments (2 min. video) or HelpDoc

• What are Conduct and Effort Scores? (2.5 min. video)

• How to check your scholar’s Conduct and Effort Scores (3 min. video) or HelpDoc

• IMMS Standards Based Grading Presentation

😀Ways to Submit a Doctor’s Note for Absences:

• Text a screenshot of the MyChart appointment or document to (608) 579-0991

• Email a screenshot or document of the MyChart appointment/doctor’s note to immsattendance@mcfsd.org

• Bring a physical copy to the IMMS front office

If your child is sick but does not see a doctor in person, you can use the MyChart message center to submit your child’s symptoms and request a doctor’s note.

😀 State Issued ID or Driver's License required: A quick reminder that all visitors to our buildings must have a state issued photo ID card or a valid driver's license with them the first time they register on the campus' Visitor Aware system. If a visitor does not have either form of identification, they will not be allowed into the building. Please keep this in mind as you visit any campus of the McFarland School District.

The health office is in need of clothing donations. Accidents and spills can happen, we want to ensure our students have a clean/dry pair of clothing when needed. Please drop off items in the front office/health office. Thank You!

• All sizes (Youth L/XL , Adult XS-L) NEW & UNUSED underwear
  
• Socks

• MGM Wrestling Give It A Try Open Mats - November 10 & 12

• McFarland St. Nick Shop - December 5

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Dungeons & Dragons - Registration opens Nov. 6

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Crochet Club - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Un-Book Club - 1st Thursdays

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Teen S.T.E.A.M. - 3rd Thursdays

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Teen Hangout - 2nd and 4th Thursdays

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 Snack & Chat - Mondays

• E.D. Locke Library 6-12 - Volun-Teen Program

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

• E.D. Locke Library 3-5 Dungeons & Dragons Club - 4th Tuesdays

• E.D. Locke Library K-5 LEGO Club - 2nd and 4th Wednesdays

• E.D. Locke Library 3K and 4K Little Bodies Big Feelings - September-April

• E.D. Locke Library Magic Tree House Book Club - September-May

• Free Triple P Positive Parenting Online Program for WI Families

Join us at the next MSEC Meeting on November 11

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

The School District of McFarland is seeking a fifth member to complete the term of a board member who has resigned. The term will run from the date of appointment to April of 2027. The board functions as a decision making body, providing policy and financial oversight to the district. The board seeks a collaborative individual, one who is able to represent and be open to diverse views, and interested in making a thoughtful and powerful contribution to the school district and the children it serves. Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, and a School District of McFarland resident for at least 28 consecutive days at the time of the appointment.

Declaration of Candidacy forms, including statement of interest and qualifications may be picked up at the McFarland High School main entrance - 5103 Farwell Street McFarland, WI and must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Candidates will appear during the 7:00 p.m. November 16, 2026 McFarland School Board meeting.

Summary from the 11/2/26 School Board Meeting:

In addition to their regular duties of approving minutes, staffing, and expenses, here are some highlights from the meeting:

• Brett Jacobson, Jamie Thomas, Corey Shefchik, and Amy Tranel presented the school improvement plan.

• Bruce Fischer and Aaron Tarnutzer shared a report from the Annual K12/Stride Summit.

• The Board determined committee and liaison assignments for Megan Chatman’s board vacancy.

• Action items that were acted upon included:

• Election of Yanni McRae as School Board Treasurer

• Approval of MHS and WVA early college credit and start college now recommendations

The next School District of McFarland School Board meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2026.

Native American Heritage Month

• November is Native American Heritage Month! Wisconsin is home to 11 federally-recognized Native Nations and one federally unrecognized Nation. Let's remember the historic sacrifices and great cultural values these Nations provide to the United States.

Youth Homelessness Awareness Month

• In 2021, the Senate designated November to be Youth Homelessness Awareness Month. Since then, every November we bring together our whole community to confront this crisis head-on. We urge everyone to get loud, take action, and shed light on the issue of youth homelessness.

National Veterans and Military Families Month

• November is National Veterans and Military Families Month. Thank you to the families, caregivers, veterans, and current service members for your strength and sacrifices. This month we honor their dedication and bravery.

Transgender Awareness Month

• We recognize the month of November as Transgender Awareness Month. We take seriously our responsibility to provide safe, non-discriminatory, and inclusive environments where all students, staff, and families are treated with dignity and respect. This month provides an opportunity to increase understanding of transgender experiences, promote acceptance, and continue working together to create a welcoming and inclusive community for everyone.

• November 1: Dia de los Muertos

• Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a traditional Mexican holiday that is expanding to other cultures of people. On this day, it is believed that the souls of the dead return to visit their living family members

• November 8: Diwali

• Diwali is the “festival of lights” and celebrates the triumph of light over dark, good over evil, and the values of freedom and enlightenment. Those who observe will do so tonight by lighting dozens of candles and clay lamps.

• November 9-13: School Psychology Week

• It's School Psychology Week! Thank you to our wonderful school psychologists and all they do to support the minds and hearts of our students!

• November 11: Veterans Day

• Happy Veterans Day to all those who served our country. We appreciate you and your service!

• November 18: Education Support Professionals Day

• Today we celebrate all of the amazing support staff in our schools! We are so thankful to our instructional assistants, bus drivers, custodians, health assistants, administrative associates, nutrition team, and everyone in between for all they do to help our students every day.

• November 20: Substitute Educators Day

• Thank you to all our amazing substitutes for helping our students continue to learn and grow even on days when their regular teachers can't be there.

• November 26: Thanksgiving Day

• Today we are thankful for our amazing and dedicated staff, talented students, and the support from our wonderful community!

• November 27: Native American Heritage Day

• On this Native American Heritage Day let's remember to acknowledge and appreciate the rich culture and history of Native Americans.

The McFarland School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex, (including gender status, change of sex or gender identity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability (Protected Classes) in any of its student program and activities.