COVID-19 Mental Health Resources/Parent Resources

The IMS Counseling Department has compiled a range of resources and information to aid students and their families during these challenging times. Please go to the COVID-19 Mental Health Resources/Parent Resources tab, found on this blog (https://imscounselingblog.blogspot.com/p/covid-19-mental-health-resources.html). As always, please reach out to us as needed via email. We are here to support you and hope everyone stays safe and healthy.

6th and 7th Grade Scheduling

In the next couple of weeks, 6th and 7th grade will be choosing their electives for next year. Open the slideshows below to view the requirements and elective choices. Also included are tips and suggestions to help students academically and encourages them to join a club or sport. If you have any questions, please contact the counseling department.

New Year's 2020 Goal Setting

The new year is a great time to reflect on your successes and consider areas in your life that may need improvement. Use this time to set goals. It is not enough to say "I am going to try harder." The way you improve your life is to set a plan and follow through. Below are a video and links to help you achieve your goals. The Counseling Department is also giving out resources on how to start. Feel free to stop by our office during lunch. Mrs. Pafumi and Mrs. Roczey are also asking students to set their "2020 Vision." Be sure to see them to post your vision on our board. 

Useful Sites on Goal Setting

https://7mindsets.com/smart-goal-setting-for-teens

Teen SMART Goals App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/teen-smart-goals/id1423247937

ELL Parent Informational Night - Thursday, October 17th

Iselin Middle School is hosting an ELL Parent Informational Night, on October 17th at 6:00pm in English and at 7:00pm in Spanish. Families are welcomed to join to learn about the school's grading policy and how to best help your child academically succeed.

Iselin Middle School los invita a la Reunión de Padres para los estudiantes de ESL, el 17 de octobre a las 6:00pm en inglés y a las 7:00pm en español. Las familias van a aprender de como entender las notas de sus hijos y como mejor ayudarlos para el éxito académico.

Arts Middle School Program - Sign up for the Informational Presentation By Thursday, October 10th

https://artsandedcenter.org

Iselin Middle School is participating in the Middlesex County Arts Middle School Program which is an enrichment program for artistically gifted and talented students. This program offers accelerated art education classes for students throughout Middlesex County at Middlesex County College and Stelton Community Center.  The program has been successfully operating in Middlesex County since 1980 and offer classes in Art (Drawing and Painting, 3D and Anime) Creative Writing, Film Making, Instrumental Music, Modern Dance, Musical Theater, Photography, Theater Arts and Vocal Music.

Students accepted into the program after an audition process will be released one afternoon a week from regular classes to attend the program. Students will attend on Wednesdays for twelve weeks (2/5/20-5/6/20).

A representative from the program will be coming to our school to speak with interested students on Thursday, October 10th during lunch periods. Students interested must inform their counselor during their lunches before October 11th.

Application deadline is November 15th  and auditions will be held at Middlesex County College on Sunday, December 8^th. Please go to www.ArtsHigh.net or contact Arts High School/Middle School directly for additional information 732-566-2787


Arts Middle School Classes

Middlesex County Arts Middle School Application

Parent Informational Session on Vaping and Adolescents - Fri. October 4th at 6:30pm

Please join us for an informational session on vaping and adolescents!

Below are further resources to help you better understand the dangers and how to talk to your children about the dangers of vaping.

Quick Facts on the Risks of E-cigarettes for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults

https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/Quick-Facts-on-the-Risks-of-E-cigarettes-for-Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults.html

https://e-cigarettes.surgeongeneral.gov/documents/SGR_ECig_ParentTipsheet_508.pdf

Datos breves sobre los riesgos de los cigarillos electrónicos para los niños, adolescentes y adultos jóvenes
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/e-cigarettes/spanish/los-riesgos-de-los-cigarrillos-electronicos-para-jovenes.html

https://e-cigarettes.surgeongeneral.gov/documents/SGR_ECig_ParentTipSheet_Spanish_508.pdf

Study Skills

Thank you Counselor Clique for the Toilet Talk Tips. Be sure to check them out in the bathroom stall near you!

• Use an agenda or planner to keep up with your assignments (digital calendars like Google Calendar or iCal work, too!)
• Ask questions to your teachers throughout the year about the material...don’t wait until the last minute to learn everything you didn’t understand
• Take advantage of test/quiz reviews
• Attend tutoring before or after school
• Make friend in class, so you can form a study group
• Get enough sleep at night
• Designate a specific place in your house to study and do your homework
• Plug your phone in on the other side of the room, so you can work undistracted

Tips For the First Days of School

With the beginning of the school year, we all want to start strong. Below are some tips to help you along the way. If you have any questions or concerns, you are always welcomed to speak to us. Best of luck this year!

Belonging

We all have a need to feel like we belong. We all want to feel our true selves around each other. Accomplishing this always takes us on our own personal journey of growth. Let it be your goal to take more social risks. Join a club, reach out to someone new, be a good listener. It's not always easy, but the payoff can lead to wonderful, fulfilling relationships. We wish you luck on your social journeys and know we are always here if you need a hand.

ELL Parent Informational Night Slides

If you missed the ELL Parent Informational Night, please view the slides below to help you understand grading and how to help your child in school.



Parent Informational Night

Información Para Padres