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Inside this issue:

Moes Night 2

Yearbook Purchase 2

End of Year Sch. 2

Irmo Baseball 3Health Room 3

Brazilian Connection 3

Col. International Fest. 4-5

Spring Break Camp 6

CATS Summer Camps 7-8

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 any news youwould like to see in theBuzz, email Allison Redickat [email protected].

March 31 2014, Issue 28

Dates to Remember:

MAP Testing

Black Week

Mon March 31

-B Team Baseball vs.

Spring Valley 6 PM

Tues April 1-Student Govt 7:45-8:15

Rm 713

-JV Soccer @ Spring Valley

5:30

Thurs April 3

-B Team Baseball @

Blythewood 6 PM

Fri April 4

-7th Grade Field Trip

-FCA 7:35-8:05 Rm 603-JV Soccer vs. Blythewood

5:30

Sat April 5

-B Team Baseball vs. DF

12 PM

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

Personal Electronic Device Usage SuspensionEffective 3/26/14

Recently, we have seen an increased number of on-campus and school bus related inci-dents where students have used electronic devices (cell phones, headphones, earbuds, andtablet computers) inappropriately, and in such a manner that causes disruptions and jeop-ardizes the privacy rights of students, teachers, staff members and families. Based on ourobservations and the results of our investigations, the inappropriate use of personallyowned devices is distracting students academically and preventing them from working totheir full potential and producing the desired academic outcomes.

Student safety and the privacy of our students remains one of our top priorities. Ensuringthat we are able to maintain student safety, coupled with our responsibility to protect stu-

dent and staff privacy, has yielded the following mandate: effective March 26,2014 until further notice, we are suspending the use of all personally ownedelectronic devices on our campus from 7:00am until 3:35pm.During this time,

we will 1) Reteach our policies and procedures. 2) Facilitate lessons on proper personaldevice usage, how to establish a safe and effective digital footprint, and proper digital citi-zenship.

At the conclusion of the lessons, all students will sign a pledge to responsibly use person-ally owned devices and refrain from infringing on the privacy rights of students and staffmembers. We are confident that all students will adhere to suspension of device usageprivileges. In order for students to be in compliance, they must do the following: 1) Onceon campus, they are to immediately turn off all electronic devices and put them away intheir lockers or bookbags. 2) Students may possess and carry cell phones, PCDs and othertypes of electronic devices; however, these units must be completely turned off (not simply

on silent or vibrate mode) and out of sight during the academic day. 3) Students shouldrefrain from using devices for any reason.

If an emergency parent contact needs to be made, they should make a request to theirteacher or administrator who will make arrangements for them to use the phones in thegrade level offices.

Electronic Devices: Electronic devices includes any device with the capability to audioor video record or is capable of receiving or transmitting any type of communication be-tween persons. An electronic device includes, but is not limited to: cameras, cellular and

wireless telephones, portable video games, video broadcasting devices, and any other de-vice that allows a person to record and/or transmit, on either a real time or delayed basis,sound, video or still images, text, or other information. Additional devices include head-phones, earbuds, or any personally owned listening device or accessory.

Academic Day: The academic school day is defined as the start of the school day andthroughout the day until the dismissal bell has rung.

Consequences: If a cell phones/ electronic device rings, vibrates, is used for any reasonor is visible anytime during class time, or a student is caught using it during class time(without teacher permission) or while walking around on campus, they will be asked tosurrender it. Refusal to surrender then phone when asked is considered defiance. Defiancecan result in an out-of-school suspension.

First Offense ~ the device will be confiscated and held in the main office vault until it isretrieved by a parent. The device may only be picked up by a parent.Second Offense ~ the device will be confiscated and held in the main office vault untilthe week of June 9th. The device may only be picked up by a parent.

Purpose: Our goal is to educate our students on proper device usage in an academic set-ting. Once we accomplish this, we will consider restoring the use of personally owned de-

vices as a supplement to our curricular and instructional practices.

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Eat at MOES and support IMS!!

Wednesday April 2

Student Government will receive a portion of all sales

at Moe's on Wednesday, April 2, if you tell them that

you are there to support IMS!! PLEASE mark your calendar and plan on supporting IMS.

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Time to Purchase an Irmo Middle School Yearbook

This has been a wonderful year of memory making for your children. Help preserve these memories through the

purchase of the 2013-14 IMS yearbook. A very limited number has been ordered, and it is filled with individual

pictures, as well as pictures for events, sports, performing arts, clubs and other fun and academic activities. We've

worked extremely hard to keep the book affordable for all students and families. This year, the cost is only 45.00

and they are going fast. So buy your copy now. Make checks payable to Irmo Middle School. If you need any addi-

tional information, please contact Deborah Ware or Erin Fuseler.

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Revised End-of-Year Schedule

At Monday night's School Board Meeting, the trustees approved our district plan for

inclement weather make-up days.

We had a total of four inclement weather days (January 29 and February 12 -14). We

already made-up one day (February 17). The bill passed by the SC legislature and signed by the Governor requires

that all scheduled make-up days be used before any days can be forgiven. June 6th is the only remaining make-up

day. Therefore, June 6, 2014 is now a school day in Lex5. The remaining two inclement weather days were

forgiven and will not be made-up.

Extending the school year by one day, requires that the half day schedule shift one day as well. June 3rd will

now be a full school day. June 4th, 5th, and 6th will are the half days .

The exam schedule for the last week of school is as follows:

May 29th. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ELA (1), Science

May 30th. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ELA (2), Science

June 2nd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Math, Social Studies

June 3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Math, Social Studies

June 4th . . .Half-Day for Students. . . Exploratory Classes (Special Schedule)

June 5th . . . . . .Half-Day for Students. . .Make-up Exams (Special Schedule)

June 6th . . . . . .Half-Day for Students . . .Make-up Exams (Special Schedule)

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Irmo Baseball

Come cheer on the IRMO B Team and JV Baseball teams as they takeon Dutch Fork on Saturday, April 5th AT IRMO HIGH SCHOOL BASE-BALL FIELD. The B Team game starts at noon and the JV game willbegin at 2:30pm. We will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs. Don'tforget to purchase your $1 raffle ticket for a chance to win an Irmoquilt. The drawing will be between the two games. Come out and sup-port your teams!!

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Conjunctivitis / Also Known as Pink Eye

What is conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, clear tissue that lies overthe white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid. It is often referred to as pink eye. Conjunctivitis has a numberof different causes, including viral, allergic, irritants and bacteria.

What are the symptoms? The symptoms of conjunctivitis differ based on the cause, but may include:* Redness in the white of the eye or inner eyelid * Itching and/or burning of the eye * Increased amount of tears

* Green or white discharge from the eye * Swelling around the eye* Thick yellow discharge that crusts over the eyelashes, especially after sleep

How is it treated? See your doctor if you have any symptoms of conjunctivitis. He or she may take a sample of fluidfrom the eyelid using a cotton swab to be analyzed. Conjunctivitis caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotics, in theform of eye drops, ointments, or pills. Take the medicine as instructed by your doctor, even if the symptoms of conjunctivi-tis go away. If the conjunctivitis is caused by a virus, antibiotics will not be effective. Most people recover with supportivetreatment that includes rest, drinking plenty of fluids and over-the counter medications to reduce discomfort. Just as a coldmust run its course, so must this form of conjunctivitis, which usually lasts from 4 to 7 days.

How do people catch this disease? Bacterial and viral conjunctivitis are very contagious. They are easilyspread by coming into contact with discharge from the eye of someone with the condition. A person with the condition willrub their eye to ease the discomfort and then touch a book or a toy or a door knob.

What can be done to stop the spread of this disease? Proper hygiene and frequent hand washingwill reduce the risk of transmission. If someone in your household or classroom has conjunctivitis, be sure to wash yourhands often and thoroughly. Avoid sharing washcloths, towels, pillowcases, mascara or eyeliner with anyone.

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Brazilian connection at Irmo Middle

Check out this great picture of Marcella, aBrazilian USC student, smiling beside our very own iAM student,Flavia. Both students have made their way to South Carolina fromSao Paulo, Brazil. Marcella was on our campus today, along withother USC international student ambassadors from Honk Kongand the UK, presenting a social injustice workshop to iAM stu-

dents as a component of our "lunch-and-learn" series to integrateour magnet theme.

While listening to Marcella's presentation, Coach Cooke, Flavia'sPE teacher, had the excellent idea to unite the two young Brazil-ians. Upon meeting, they quickly decided it was easier and morecomfortable to speak in their native tongue, Portuguese - and af-ter a few lively minutes of conversation and making connections,the two posed for this photo. At iAM, we are truly buildingbridges and expanding students' perspective - while also providing,when possible, a much-needed reminder of home for some of our

own world travelers!


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19thAnnual Columbia International Festival

As part ofGlobal Education Day the seventh grade studentwill visit the 19thAnnual Columbia International Festival

on April 4.

A passport will be given to each registered student, teacher and chaperone. This year, Bra-zil will be in focus. Approximately 50 other countries represented by exhibitors this year will also belisted, grouped by continents, along with an exhibit highlighting the International AcademicMagnet at Irmo Middle School.Basic information for each country is given, such as the capital, lo-cation, official language and a short description. NOTE: The student signed passport entitles thestudent bearer to FREE re-admission Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6, 2013 when accom-

panied by one paying adult.

2014 National Exhibitors


American Indian Moldova

Bangladesh Myanmar

Brazil Nicaragua

Cambodia Nigeria

Canada Nordic countries

China Panama

China Peru

Colombia Philippines

Cuba Portugal

Ecuador Puerto Rico

Ethiopia Russia

France Senegal

Germany South Africa

Ghana Switzerland

Guatemala Syria

Honduras Syria

Hungary Thailand

India Trinidad & Tobago

Iraq Turkey

Israel UK

Japan Ukraine

Korea USA

Lebanon Vietnam

Mexico

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