In Science Class, Students Journal About Nature October 1, 2019 Mr. Edson’s fifth grade science students often spend time by our ponds to observe, record, and reflect. At IMS, our mountain is our classroom and it provides unique opportunities for learning. We continually find ways to integrate our natural resources… Read More
Walking to End Hunger October 1, 2019 It was a beautiful day for the annual Northwest Connecticut CROP Hunger Walk, a nation-wide event that builds community while raising funds to end hunger. On Sunday, Sept. 29, students, faculty, staff, parents, pets, and friends of IMS came together… Read More
Fall Athletics Season is Underway September 26, 2019 ON THE PITCH Since the start of the season the 5th and 6th Soccer Teams were able to find the back of the net often during two high scoring matches. In their first two games against Mizzentop and… Read More
5th Graders Experience First IMS Camping Trip September 25, 2019 At IMS, we are lucky enough to have our own mountain. But each grade on the Upper Campus ventures beyond our familiar trails to explore the beauty and nature in our corner of the world. Following in the… Read More
9th Grade Class Treks Through White Mountains September 16, 2019 With less than a week of school in the books, our brave and ambitious 9th grade class ventured to New Hampshire where they trekked through the White Mountains for the first wilderness of the school year. About the… Read More
Reenacting "Holes" by Louis Sachar September 16, 2019 Breaker bars instead of binders. Shovels instead of pens. Sweat instead of slides. Digging a hole with my class was very fun. When walking down the mountain I was expecting just a walk and a quiz. First I saw the… Read More
Welcome to the 2019-2020 School Year September 12, 2019 Classes and lockers assigned? Check. Study theme announced? Check. Ringing of the school bell? Check. Maroon and Gray teams sorted? Check. All signs point to an excellent start to the school year! Faculty and staff were thrilled to welcome… Read More
Author Joins Faculty Orientation to Discuss Privilege September 9, 2019 Each year, faculty and staff engage in an intensive, week-long orientation to prepare for the upcoming school year. Campus-wide discussions about summer reading selections often take place during this time, and this year IMS had the unique opportunity to explore… Read More
Bright Lights, Big City September 9, 2019 At the start of each school year, the Lower School announces an annual theme that will tie into the curriculum for students in Pre-K through Grade 4. This year, children will learn about cities all across the world. The… Read More
Maroon and Gray Welcome Newest Team Members September 9, 2019 This annual hike up our mountain is not just about community building, it’s about how seriously we take school spirit. Each year, the entire Upper Campus hikes to the top of our old ski trail to officially sort our newest… Read More
