Independence Middle School News -April 12, 2024

April 12, 2024

Dear Parents,

As state testing approaches, please remember that students are not allowed to have cellphones on them, including smartwatches and earbuds, during testing. Additionally, if your child needs headphones for testing, they must be able to plug into a Chromebook (Bluetooth earbuds are not approved).

During testing, please try to limit doctor's appointments when possible.

We also encourage you to ensure your child gets a good night's sleep before testing and has a nutritious breakfast in the mornings. Remind your child that these tests provide only a small picture, not the entire picture, of who they are and their abilities.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.

Sincerely,

Jamie

State Testing Dates:

Thursday, April 18-ELA (all grades)

Wednesday, May 1-Science (grades 5 and 8 only)

Friday, May 3-Math (all grades)

Kona Ice

Remember- IMS Kona Ice Cups will get you a discount!!

Future Dates (Weather Permitting)

Friday, 4/19

Thursday, 5/2

Thursday, 5/16

Wednesday, 5/22

Monday, 6/3

Youth Sports Clinic

The junior class after prom committee will be hosting a Youth Sports Clinic in the Field House on Saturday, April 13th, from 5:00-8:00. All students grades 2-6 are invited.

Tickets are available on the Independence Blue Devils Ticket Website and can be accessed via the QR code attached to the flyer.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Price at the high school.

Mrs Price: amprice@independence.k12.oh.us

Youth Sports Clinic -CANCELLED

Please note that tomorrow's event has been cancelled due to low participation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs Price at IHS.

Thank you!

Important Dates/Events

April:

30: 8th grade Field Trip to Cleveland Clinic

May:

2: District Band Concert

6-10: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

8: District Choir Concert

23: 7th grade trip to Dearborn, Michigan

24: Springfest -Adjusted Schedule

27: No School-Memorial Day

31: 8th grade All-Pro Parent Breakfast

June:

4: 8th Grade Promotion

5: Last Day of Classes

7: Grades Posted

Testing Dates:

State Testing -OST

Thursday, April 18

Wednesday, May 1

Friday, May 3

Safe Schools Helpline

This Helpline has been developed for you and other students, parents, and staff members to help maintain your safety and the most positive school environment possible. The purpose of the Safe School Helpline is to promote school safety and report wrongdoings or illegal activity. Any type of information involving a threatening situation to students, the school, or staff should be reported. Examples include thoughts of suicide or self-harm, violence, weapons, bullying, drugs and alcohol, and theft.

Access Link: https://www.safeschoolhelpline.com/

800-4-1-VOICE ext. 359

800-418-6423/ Text:66746, TIPS

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