February 1st, 2016

IMPTSA Individual Awards

Is there an educator (teacher, assistant, custodian, bus driver, administrator, faculty member) who has gone above and beyond for your IMS student and has had a positive influence in his or her life? TheOutstanding Educator Award is your chance to say thank you! It was created to recognize individuals who have provided outstanding educational opportunities for youth that are above and beyond the normal scope of their job.Please ta lk with your student about the Outstanding Educator Award and personally nominate or encourage them to nominate someone. The 2015 recipients: Kristin Johnsen, Amy Ainsworth and Brian DeBroux
 
The Golden Acorn Award honors people who have given exemplary volunteer service to children and youth in our school community.  IMPTSA is a strong and successful partner to IMS due to the wonderful volunteers that step up time and time again to get things done on behalf of students. Please consider nominating anyone you feel should be recognized by the IMPTSA for their volunteerism within IMS and the community.The 2015 recipients: Dan Chernin and Valerie Yanni

Nominations 
Nominations for Golden Acorn Award will be accepted until February 26, 2016. Nominations for Outstanding Educator Award will be accepted untilMarch 24, 2016. Nomination forms can be found in the IMS office, at the bulletin board in the front of IMS, and online . Email the form to or return the form to the IMS office and place in the Golden Acorn box. You can also nominate by calling Valerie Yanni at 312-320-1667 or Wendy Shah at 925-980-9714.

World Record Attempt-Volunteers Needed!

Parent volunteers needed for world record attempt and ASB Social
Help the kids achieve and then celebrate a new world record! The great attempt is planned for the PM Assembly on Friday, February 26th to be followed by the ASB Social (IMS 6/7/8 graders with ASB card) immediately after school.  About 30-40 volunteers needed-- please consider helping out!  More info and sign upHERE!

MY FAVORITE TEACHER CONTEST 
Barnes & Noble is in their eighth year in sponsorship of this contest. This is a writing contest for middle and high school students recognizing a teacher that has made them feel safe and valued while inspiring them to discover and develop their talents. Entries should be 500 words or fewer and submitted with the entry form provided and should be provided to your local Barnes & Noble or mailed by March 1.   

The student with the winning essay, poem, or thank-you letter will receive a $500 Barnes & Noble Gift Card and a NOOK. 
  
The winning teacher will be recognized at an event at their local Barnes & Noble. Regional winners will receive a $500 Barnes & Noble Gift Card. The winner of the National Teacher of the Year award will receive $5000 at a special event. The winning teacher's school will receive $5000 as well. 
  
For more information, download the Entry Form, Rules, or Contest Flier. 

 

PTA Men's Essay Contest - Men Making a Difference 

This program recognizes the important and different contribution that men make in children's lives and in their education. For an application and complete rules please follow this link.

Objective
In an effort to help promote male engagement around the state of Washington, the objective of this contest is for students of all ages to write an essay about a male role model that has had a profound impact on their life. These essays, from a student's perspective, will serve to inspire positive male engagement. 

When writing their essays, students can consider many questions including (but not limited to): •Why is this male role model important in your life?
•What life lessons, ethics, or skills have they taught you?
•Why do you look up to him and appreciate having him in your life?
•How would your life be different without this person?
•How would other kids benefit from having a similar role model in their life? 

Must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2016.

Lunch for the Break Lunch for the Break is coming up for the February Midwinter Break. Issaquah Middle School is among those schools serviced by this program. Visitwww.lunchforthebreak.com to learn more, register to donate, or register as a client. 
Important Dates:
•Donations Drop off: February 10th
•Family Pick Up: February 11th