Ipswich Middle School
December 9, 2022
Ipswich Middle School
Sean Fitzgerald, Assistant Principal
Our mission is to create a nurturing community where students are encouraged to develop confidence as lifelong learners with the awareness and flexibility necessary to adapt to a changing world. We strive to bring out the best in every student and adult in our learning community.
Email: kmcmahon@ipsk12.net
Website: www.ipsk12.net
Location: 130 High Street, Ipswich, MA
Phone: (978)356-3535
December
The first trimester report cards were posted in Aspen today. A reminder that we do not print paper report cards until the end of the school year. If you have trouble viewing your child's report card or would like a paper copy, please contact the office. We are always happy to help you. A report card is an indication of the hard work of your child. You are welcome to schedule a time to speak to your child's teachers if you have questions or concerns.
Congratulations November Tigers of the Month!
Winter Choral Concert
IMS Math Team
MCAS Dates
Grade 6: ELA - April 11 & 12
Math - May 23 & 24
Grade 7: ELA - April 4 & 7
Math - May 17 & 18
Grade 8: ELA - April 11 & 12
Math - May 17 & 18
Science - May 24 & 25
IMS Yearbook
A Message from Essex Technical School regarding Admissions
The Admissions Department at Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School is now in full swing accepting applications for school year 2023-2024. As we near our January 10, 2023 application deadline, we will be hosting information sessions for families seeking additional information about our programming and the Fall 2023 admissions process.
We have scheduled five (5) Zoom information sessions for our prospective parents and caregivers during the week of December 12th. We are offering dedicated sessions for families whose primary home language is English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Time will be allotted in each session for questions and answers after brief presentations.
Spanish Information Sessions: Monday, December 12, 2022
Dec 12, 2022 11:30 AM
Admissions Presentation for Spanish speaking families
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://essexnorthshore.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_so9n3EVnQJmkE1yJlGEFqw
Dec 12, 2022 05:30 PM
Evening Admissions Presentation for Spanish speaking families
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://essexnorthshore.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OQW3wYibR4WmhRFhVNeqpA
Portuguese Information Sessions: Monday, December 12, 2022
Dec 12, 2022 12:30 PM
Admissions Presentation for Portuguese speaking families
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://essexnorthshore.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zBNkXxfWReSaRePjLeLA8Q
Dec 12, 2022 06:30 PM
Evening Admissions Presentation for Portuguese speaking families
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://essexnorthshore.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_etnCLXJMQ4O3T2MX2tIouw
English Information Session: Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Dec 14, 2022 5:30PM
Evening Admissions Presentation for English speaking families
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://essexnorthshore.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UUfM5P1gTnqYMJ2H-6VroQ
Once again, we thank you for your continued partnership during our admissions process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Kelly Mello, Admissions Counselor
Admissions Contact Information:
Prospective Students and Families: We continue to encourage prospective families and students to contact us at admissions@essextech.net or (978) 304-4705.
Translation and Interpretation Services for Prospective Students & Caregivers:
Should prospective grade 8 students or their caregivers benefit from translation or interpretation services during the application process, please have them email Ms. Katia Lugo, our Bilingual Family Liaison, for assistance at klugo@essextech.net or call 978-304-4700 x1517.
No Place For Hate Initiative
As part of our ongoing work to make the Ipswich Public Schools more inclusive, we are participating in "No Place for Hate," a program supported by the Anti-Defamation League. This is a climate-improvement program that builds student leadership through engaging students and staff at all levels in age-appropriate projects and discussions around different forms of bias so that we continue to build a sense of belonging for all.
To become a No Place For Hate School, the middle school based DEI team will be inviting all students and staff to sign the No Place For Hate Pledge and engage in three school-wide initiatives aimed at engaging students in dialogue around the topics of identity, anti-bullying, diversity, equity and inclusion. Signing the pledge is not required but encouraged as we strive to spread the message regarding No Place For Hate. Next week, students at each grade level will be introduced to the pledge through activities and discussions.
Upcoming Important Dates
Friday, 12/9, Trimester One Report Cards
Monday, 12/12 at 7:00 p.m. Instrumental Concert
Tuesday, 12/13 at 6:30, School Council Meeting
Thursday, 12/15, Grade 8 tour of Whittier Vocational School
Wednesday, 12/21, Grade 6 to North Shore Music Theater
Thursday, 12/22, Grade 7 to Chamber Theater for Edgar Allan Poe
December 26-30 and Monday, 1/2, No School - Holiday Break
Ipswich Community News
Jingle Bell Walk
The high school Interact Club are sponsoring the annual Jingle Bell Walk on Saturday, December 10th from 11A.M to 2 P.M at the Ipswich Town Hall. There will be raffles, games, food, and Santa! Unwrapped gifts can be donated to Toys for Tots in the middle school lobby.