Jody Reilly Soja Named Loomis Chaffee’s Eighth Head of School November 29, 2023 Today, we share the news that Jody Reilly Soja, our head of school for the past nine years, has accepted a position as Loomis Chaffee’s head of school beginning in July 2024. We are enormously grateful for the profound… Read More
Fall Harvesting with the Farm and Forest Club November 13, 2023 Outdoor Adventure and Education, Sustainability Our Farm & Forest club had a very busy fall, with harvest season in full swing at Hotchkiss School’s Fairfield Farm. The farm boasts more than 280+ acres of natural farmland,… Read More
Lynn Lyons Visits IMS, Speaks About Anxiety October 15, 2023 It is no surprise that anxiety is increasingly prevalent among children, especially teenagers. Anxiety can lead to depression, and early intervention at home and in schools can help reduce the risk. We invited anxiety expert Lynn Lyons to share her… Read More
Why We Give: Lara and James Vitiello, P’24 September 25, 2023 In the News, Life Through Service Early this summer, we had the opportunity to catch up with IMS trustee Lara Vitiello and her husband Jamie Vitiello, to learn what drew their family to IMS and why they are such staunch supporters of the school. Read More
Notes from the Trail: Ninth Grade Adventure September 18, 2023 Outdoor Adventure and Education, Sustainability and the Environment Students in Grades 5-9 take part in specialized adventure programs throughout the academic year. These trips are integrated into our Outdoor Adventure Education curriculum to encourage problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, and goal-setting. These trips also help students develop strong bonds and… Read More
Following the Forest September 5, 2023 Life Through Service, Sustainability and the Environment IMS Green Team Proposes Land Easement to Protect Forest Linkages in the Northeast It may seem like a tall order to protect woodland areas in the Northeast from harmful development and forest fragmentation. But the IMS Green Team… Read More
IMS Welcomes New Faculty and Staff August 24, 2023 This week, several new faculty and staff members have been learning the ropes and participating in team-building exercises on campus. We are thrilled to welcome this fun and talented group of new faculty and staff to the IMS community. Read More
A Conversation with Anne Huffines ’19 July 7, 2023 "At IMS, we were encouraged to try everything and pursue everything." Anne Huffines '19Now a student at Skidmore College, Anne Huffines shared her reflections on how IMS supported and nurtured her passion for… Read More
Alumni Celebration on the Mountain July 6, 2023 Centennial, In the News This year’s Centennial Alumni Weekend (May 19-21) was a memorable experience, with alums traveling from far and wide to join in a full weekend of festivities: hikes on the mountain, campus tours, White Hart festivities, alumni games and… Read More
Commencement 2023 July 4, 2023 Centennial, In the News On the morning of June 9, 2023, parents, students, faculty, and alumni gathered under the tent on Stockton Field for a joyous and emotional celebration of our graduating ninth graders — our centennial class. Following tradition, the piper Mr. Jesse… Read More
