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Inside this issue:

Interim Pick Up Night 2Summer School 3Parent Portal 4Surviving Natural Disaster 4

ChicFilA Calendar Card Info 5ChicFilA Order Form 6Parent Portal 7Box Top Competition 7Reading Season 8-9Career Day 10Job Shadowing 10Individual Graduation Plans 11

Irmo Middle School6051 Wescott RoadColumbia, SC 29212(803) 476-3600

www.lexrich5.org/imsSchool Hours:

8:20 a.m.—

3:35 p.m.

If you have news for theBuzz, email Allison Redickat [email protected].

November 9, 20

Dates to Remember:

Tues 11/10 G40 Mtg. 7:45-8:10

Media CenterWed 11/11 Veterans Day

Celebration Breakfast7:30-8:15Thurs 11/12 Crew Community Mtg.Fri 11/13 FCA Mtg. 7:40-8:10

AM Room 904

The Buzz at Irmo Middle School

“Creating successful students for the challenges of tomorrow” Robert S. Jackson, Ed.S., Principal

[email protected] https://twitter.com/IMS_Principal

CRE W Meetings 8:20 - 8:50 am Thursday, November 12th

6th Grade - Media Center

7th Grade - Gym

8th Grade - Cafeteria

Jen Cook, Lead Magnet Teacher, [email protected], 476-3735

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Book ProjectMrs. Frances F. Jones

Author Cricket Curls Adventures

The students in Mrs. Gordon’s courses decided that one of their EL Education pro-

jects would be to author and illustrate their very own engineering and technologybooks geared towards primary aged students. They chose to write books that educated younger students on the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering andMathematics (STEM) in their everyday lives. On November 5, 2015, Mrs. Gordon’sGateway to Technology classes had the pleasure of meeting local area author, illustra

tor and publisher, Mrs. Frances F. Jones. Frances is the author of the Cricket CurlsAdventures book series. Mrs. Jones has been featured on WIS-TV and has been aguest speaker at various schools, libraries and museums in the Midlands and Low-Country region. During her visit to Irmo Middle, Mrs. Jones inspired students on theimportance of reading in not only education, but in life. She also gave tips to the stu-dent writers on how to captivate preschoolers and elementary aged students with thbooks they are developing.

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1st Quarter Recognition

CRE Ws collecting the most BOX TOPs

Mrs. Moore (6th)

Mrs. Ellis (7th)

Ms. Frohnhoefer (8th)

Congratulations to our winners!

Your CREW could win for the 2nd quarter!

Bring in your BOX TOPS and you can one of the following rewards:

1) Choice of seating during lunch for a week2) First in line at lunch for a week

3) Eat outside with a friend for a day

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2nd Quarter Interim Pick-up Night

December 3rd, 5:30pm-7:00pm

We believe in active parental involvement at IMS. To ensure that takes place, we will besponsoring an Interim Pick-Up Night on December 3rd. During this event, 2nd Nine

Weeks Interim Progress Reports can be picked up by parents/guardians Thursday Decem-ber 3rd, from 5:30-7:00pm in the Irmo Middle School Cafeteria. Parents will be able tohave a brief conversation with teachers and outline a plan for continued academic success in targeted areas. Wewill assemble all the teachers in one location to make it efficient for parents and families.

If you have an active Parent Portal account, you may check your child's grades as often as you like. When you login to your account, the grades will automatically appear on the screen. It is important to monitor your child'sprogress through Parent Portal before regularly throughout the grading period to celebrate their growth andaccomplishments. Also, by doing this, you are able to catch any problem areas and immediately rectify them.You can access Parent Portal here: https://powerschool1.lexrich5.org/public/. If you need access to Parent Portaplease call Ms. Erica Crumlin at 476-3603.

A parent account allows you to view the information for one or more students with a single sign in. You can alsomanage your personal account preferences.

How to Create a Parent Account:

Enter the following information:

1. Name - Your first and last name.

2. Email - Student notifications and correspondence related to your parent account will be sent to this email.

3. Desired Username - Your username is your unique PowerSchool identity.

4. Password - Your password must be at least 6 characters long.

5. Student Access Information - Information for a minimum of one student, including the student name,

Access ID, Access Password, and your relationship to the student.

If you have any questions regarding your child's grades, please contact Glenn Hutto, Assistant Principal for In-struction (476-3663) or your child's counselor:

Sheila Inabinet - Last Names A-E (476-3670) James Fanning - Last Names F-M (476-3671)

Tina Stevens - Last Names N-Z (476-3669)

We are looking forward to seeing all parents on December 3rd from 5:30-7:00pm. As always, we truly appreci-ate your continued support.


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Summer School 2016

The following dates have been approved for students who willbe attending Summer School 2016 at Irmo Middle. We aresharing this information early with students, parents, and fami-lies so everyone can plan for their summer vacations. We are

very confident that our interactions and interventions through-out the year will minimize and/or eliminate the need for sum-mer school for most (if not all of our students). If you need anyinformation about summer school, please contact Mr. GlennHutto, Assistant Principal for Instruction at 476-3663.

Summer School Information

The Middle School Summer School Program is designed for students in grades 6, 7 and 8 who have not masterethe course standards in English, Social Studies, Math, or Science. This program is streamlined to concentrate onacademic mastery.

Who attends summer school?

Rising 7th ,8th, and 9th grade students who have failed either one or two academic subjects. Those students whohave failed three or more classes are ineligible to attend summer school and may be retained in their current grade . Outof district students cannot enroll in this program.

Where will summer school be held?

Summer School will be held at Irmo Middle.Rising 7th Graders attend Irmo MiddleRising 8th Graders attend Irmo Middle

Rising 9th Graders attend Irmo Middle

What are the dates for summer school?

Current 6th, 7th, and 8th graders will take courses offered only on the following dates: June 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28

What times will students attend?

Students will attend from 8:30am – 1:30pm. There will be no afternoon sessions.

How will my student get to summer school?

Parents are responsible for transportation arrangements (to and from summer school).

How do I register my child for summer school?

Registration packets will be available in the spring on our website and in the main office at the school.


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If you have not set up your Parent Portal Account, come

by the school bring your ID and someone at the front

desk will be happy to assist you. If you set up a Parent

Portal account and have forgotten your password and or

user name, click on the Having trouble logging in link on the Parent Portal

Login page. You will receive an email with instructions on how to reset your password and or user name. If

this does not resolve your issues, and you are still in need of assistance, please complete the Parent Portal As-

sistance Form. For other questions refer to the Parent Portal Guide for suggestions.

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Surviving After a Natural Disaster

Throughout the District 5 Community many families have been impacted by the re-

cent Flood. The efforts witnessed by this community to extend a helping hand havebeen amazing, and continue to demonstrate the resilience and strength of

#SCStrong. Often the recovery process for persons affected by a natural disaster

extend far beyond the immediate replacement of homes and other items lost. The

emotional toll sometimes can continue to have effects long after the disaster is over

and the physical pieces are on the way to being rebuilt.

Counselors from the Loyola University of Maryland, point out this emotional re-

sponse is normal. “They are the body, mind, and spirit’s way of understanding, ac-

cepting, and making peace with an unexplainable situation. Through gentle self-care and by coping head-on with

the emotional effects of the disaster, those reactions will decrease over time, the disaster can be let go of, and

life will begin to re-balance.”

Resources for families needing assistance:

FEMA/ 1800621FEMA or Disasterassistance.gov

American Red Cross/ 1800REDCROSS (733-2767) or redcross.org

Small Business Association offers loans for individuals and businesses

DisasterAssistance.gov or 1(800)621-3362

City of Columbia Care Hotline/ 1(866)272-1976, Monday-Saturday 8am-7pm

SC Legal Services/ www.sclegal.org; www.lawhelp.org/sc; or 1(888)346-5592


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Calendar Card Order Form

Only exact cash or check accepted.

Checks payable to IMS PTSO and include your child's name on the check.

Limited quanty available.

First come rst serve.

If you have any quesons please email them to [email protected].

Thank you for supporng the Irmo Middle School PTSO.


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We are well on our way with the 2015-16 school year. Students have established routines and are all workingon academic goals. Now is a great time for parents to check in with students and outline any areas of supportneeded. Review with students their grades and engage them in a discussion about what academic goals theyhave for the year. Have them set up a plan to reach those goals. If you or your student needs assistance from aSchool Counselor, please let us know.

If you have not set up your Parent Portal Account, come by the school bring your ID and someone at the frontdesk will be happy to assist you.

If you set up a Parent Portal account and have forgotten your password and or user name, click on the Having

trouble logging in link on the Parent Portal Login page. You will receive an email with instructions on how toreset your password and or user name.

If this does not resolve your issues, and you are still in need of assistance, please complete the Parent PortalAssistance Form. For other questions refer to the Parent Portal Guide for suggestions.

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All you have to do:

Bring in Box Tops to raise money for our school!

The CREW from each grade with the most by the end

of the quarter earns a prize!

Prizes (Choice of):

Choice of seating during lunch

First in line at lunch for a week

Eat lunch outside for a day

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Career Day at IMS November 20

th, 8:30-10:30 AM

November is Naonal Career Month. The month is

designed to highlight the importance of lifelong ca-

reer development and the personal empowerment ofall people. It also gives us another opportunity to

show students how what they learn in school is relat-

ed to the skills they will need in the workplace.

On Friday, November 20th

from 8:30-10:30 AM, IMS

will be hosng Career Day. All students will have the

opportunity to listen to mulple speakers from various career paths.

Parents, if you are willing to share you career experiences with our students on Career Day, we wouldappreciate your parcipaon in this program. Please contact Allison Redick at 803- 476-3668 or email at ared-

[email protected].

Job ShadowingOctober 23, 2015 - April 22, 2016 Job Shadowing is a great me for your student to explore the world of

work. Job Shadowing gives students an opportunity to see that the skills

they learn in school are related to the skills they will need in the work-

place. Job Shadowing is considered a short-term experience to introduce a student to a parcular job by a one-

on-one pairing of a student with an employee in a work environment. The student “shadows” the worker up to

one day to beer understand the requirements of a parcular career. All students are encouraged to parcipat

in this acvity.

Important Informaon:1. Students and their parents/guardians will make arrangements for the student to shadow a parent/guardian,

friend, relave or another person in a career of interest at the work site to include Transportaon. This Job

Shadowing opportunity is oered in lieu of Take-Your-Daughter/Son To-Work Day and Groundhog Shadow-

ing Day.

2. Students are only eligible to have ONE day per school year for this acvity. Job Shadowing can be completed

in a couple of hours, an enre day, weekends and/or holidays.

3. Students provide their own lunch during shadowing,

4. Students should demonstrate punctuality, honesty, good grooming habits, appropriate dress and willingness

to learn.

5. Students serve as an observer, not a worker.

6. Students are not permied to shadow teachers at Irmo Middle School or Crossroads Middle School.

7. Any school work missed as a result of being absent for shadowing is the responsibility of the student.

If interested, please have your student contact Allison Redick, Career Specialist to pick up a packet or go to our

IMS Website under the Guidance Department/Career Specialist to print a packet. Also, if you need assistance fo

a parcular career to job shadow please contact Allison Redick @ 803- 476-3668 or email: [email protected]


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What are Individual

Graduaon Plans (IGP)?

The Economic Development Act (EEDA) was passed in 2005. The implementaon of this law was designed to

beer prepare yourself for what you want to do aer high school and to help you and your parents/guardians

make informed decisions about your educaon and future. The core of this law is the idea of planning. You,

along with your parent, will begin to create an IGP in the 8th

grade as you prepare to enter the high school. Dur-

ing this me, you will select a cluster of study as you map out courses to take in high school. A career cluster is a

way of organizing classes around an occupaonal group. Each year in high school, you will review your IGP with

guidance counselor and changes can be made based on your interest.

The Guidance Department will be scheduling the IGP meengs for 8th

graders. You will receive a leer in the

mail over the next few of months which will have a scheduled appointment me. This meeng will allow your

student to choose a cluster of study. This plan can be changed and will be re-visited each year during registra-

on. If you have a conict or unable to aend the assigned appointment me, please contact Allison Redick at

803-476-3668 or email at [email protected].

Tips for Parents

In helping your child

chose a Career path:

Start young. Develop career awareness by discuss-ing career opportunies when reading books and

newspapers, watching television and observing

worksites.

Support you child’s eorts to assess his or her own

interests, aptudes, values and work styles.

Share your job experiences. A child delights in hearing about his or her parents’ jobs.

Encourage parcipaon in job shadowing and internship opportunies.

Help your child understand the value and importance of his or her academic courses for success in a future

career.

6. Advise your child that there is more than one educaon pathway to a good job. More than 50% of the fast-

est growing jobs require an associate’s degree. There are a variety of routes to success: on the job training,

technical college, four year college, apprenceships or the military.

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