The IMS Connection

Welcome back! Another exciting and wonderful year is upon us! So many opportunities await you in Islip Middle School, so be certain to get involved!

I hope you took time this summer to be with family and friends to recharge your batteries. Let’s begin this year with all the positive energy you can muster. Speaking of recharging batteries and positive energy, remember to bring your computer fully charged for the first day of school. Students new to Islip Middle School will get their laptops within the first few days.

Just a reminder, while in Islip Middle school, cell phones cannot be used as computers. Only school issued laptops are appropriate for in school use. Cell phones should be off and out of site during school hours. Islip Middle School has a no cell phone use expectation during the school day while in school. This includes lunch, recess, hallways, restrooms, and locker rooms. Cellphones should be off and out of site while in school. We are asking parents for their support and if the need arises, to reach out to our main office to communicate with children, especially in emergency situations. The number is (631) 650-8500.

Other information can be found on our Middle School website, click here.

To get back in the swing of things, we have a few reminders for the first day of school on Thursday, September 7th!

• 7th & 8th Graders, please bring your fully charged computers with you on September 7th.
• We are scheduled to give our 6th graders computers within the first days.
• Parents can log into the Parent Portal and students can log into the Student Portal for schedule updates.
• ParentSquare will be our main means of communicating with parents and the community for phone, text, and email outreach.
• Please click here to access the Student Planner and building map (page 6).
• Band, Orchestra and Chorus will begin on Thursday, September 7th.
• After-school clubs will begin the first week of October and information can be found on our Middle School Website or click here.

On behalf of our Islip Middle School teaching and learning community, I wish you a happy and healthy New Year!

Best Regards,

Dr. Timothy Martin

Principal

631-650-8505

tmartin@islipufsd.org

Middle School Families,

No doubt you're excited for the 2023-24 school year to begin. It is an exciting time of year! The Middle School team has created an amazing world for students to spend the day. IMS is a terrific place to learn, grow, and have fun. New friendships will be created, and old friendships will be re-ignited. The year will be filled with lots of activities, learning and building entertainment. We have thought provoking as well as fun filled advisories, intramurals, school sports and clubs for you to join and keep you involved and connected to the Islip spirit which travels through all of us here at the Middle School. I encourage you to get involved and make your Middle School year the best year ever!

In support of all our student’s endeavors at Islip Middle School, please be aware there will be NO CELL PHONE usage while in the building during the school day.

GO BUCS!

Enjoy,

Curt Juengerkes

Assistant Principal

(631) 650-8515

cjuengerkes@islipufsd.org

On behalf of the Islip Middle School PTA, we would like to welcome everyone back to school! We are looking forward to another successful school year filled with fun, educational events for our school, students and community.

Our primary objective as a PTA is to provide our school with funds, programs, resources and services that will enrich and maximize the education of every child and to benefit the school. To meet this important objective we need your help! Please use the link below to become a member of the IMS PTA. You can volunteer as much or as little as you can…many hands make light work!

Look for our PTA table at Meet the Teacher Night on September 21. We will be selling purple and gold Pura Vida bracelets that will help us all show our Islip pride! You will also be able to submit your membership or sign up to join one of our committees. Anyone who signs up to be a member by the end of the night on September 21 will have a chance to win our Early Membership Lotto Basket!

Our IMS PTA Spirit Wear Store is now open! Click the link below to order your spirit wear now to have it in plenty of time for Homecoming! Orders are due by September 15 and pickup will be at the end of September!

Please join us on October 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Middle School library for our first PTA meeting of the year to hear all about the wonderful things we have planned for this school year. We hope everyone has a wonderful year and we look forward to seeing you all soon!

Membership Link: https://ims.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true

Spirit Wear Link: http://islip-middle-school-spirit-wear-apparel.square.site/

Welcome Back from the Renaissance Club!!!

We are looking forward to celebrating all of your hard work and dedication.

Just a few tips to keep in mind:

This is an opportunity for a fresh start. Remember that it’s not only about your grades but your character here in the Middle school. Therefore, always try your hardest, be kind, and attendance matters.

Oh... don’t think we forgot... We are planning to celebrate your fourth quarter accomplishments from the 2022-23 school year in October for all 7th and 8th grade card holders. Details to follow.

September: Getting to Know You....

During the month of September, advisors will be assisting students with their schedules and helping them to acclimate to their new teams and surroundings. Special emphasis will be placed on student planners as a way to improve students’ organizational skills.

IMS welcomed an amazing group of 6th graders at our 6th Grade Walkthrough on August 25th. A day of smiles and great discussion. The 2023-24 school year will be the best yet!

Please re-check the district calendar prior to an event to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.

4- Labor Day-Schools Closed

5- Superintendent's Conference Day

6- Superintendent's Conference Day

7- First day of School for Students

14-15- MS Picture Days

21- MS Meet the Teacher Night, AIS 6:30pm, Gr. 6-8- 7pm

25- Yom Kippur-Schools Closed

26- SEPTA Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom

*Unless otherwise noted, all Board of Education meetings will begin with an Executive Session at 6:45 PM. The public business meeting portion will begin at approximately 7:30 PM.

Please re-check the district calendar prior to an event to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.

2- PTA Meeting, 7 pm, MS Library

3- 8th Grade Group Photo

4- BOE Meeting, 6pm, HS

6- MS/HS Progress Period Ends

6- 8th Grade Group Photo, Rain Date

9- Columbus Day- Schools Closed

27- MS Halloween Spooktacular, 4-6pm

*Unless otherwise noted, all Board of Education meetings will begin with an Executive Session at 6:45 PM. The public business meeting portion will begin at approximately 7:30 PM.

Website: islipufsd.org
Location: 211 Main Street, Islip, NY, United States
Phone: 631-650-8500
Facebook: facebook.com/IslipMS
Twitter: @IslipMS