How IHM Communicates

1. e-Family the Bi-Weekly Online Newsletter
2. Student Handbook and Directory
3. School Calendar
4. Website
5. SchoolSpeak (Parent Portal)
6. Thursday Folders
7. Facebook
8. Special Events
9. Parent-Teacher Conferences
10. Teacher Notes and E-Mails
11. School Surveys

e-Family

The administration publishes a bi-weekly online newsletter called the "e-Family."
This online newsletter contains a brief summary of the events happening around
IHM School and is the main communication vehicle for all events and deadlines. The e-Family is published every other Thursday and is available to current families through SchoolSpeak, the parent portal of IHM. Contact Susan Clark at sclark@ihmschool.org if you are a current parent and have questions.
 

Student Handbook and Directory

Each family is given a student handbook and directory. Parents will find detailed explanations about IHM policies, programs, and family contact information. Parents are asked to read the handbook each year and then sign and return the front page to the school office.
 

School Calendar

Each family is given a printed school calendar that includes all major events for the school year as well as a summary of the month's events, school hours, and lunch, assembly and Mass times.  The calendar is also available electronically in the parent portal "SchoolSpeak."
 

Website

The IHM website is a wonderful overview of our school and programs. If you would like to learn more or to take a tour please contact our admissions department at admissions@ihmschool.org.
 

Many of our wonderful pictures and design work found on this website are created by IHM families and friends. Special acknowledgements go to Michael Higgins, Norma Jaramillo, Frank Martin, Marie Spies, Gregory Smith, and Michael Alexander at The
GA Bulletin.
 

SchoolSpeak

Parents with current students should access SchoolSpeak for current school announcements and detailed academic information by class level. This password protected area of our website is only available to parents, guardians, students, and staff. SchoolSpeak provides student grades, assigned homework, teachers' pages, newsletters, calendars and other useful links and forms. If you do not have an account or have problems accessing the system, contact Bob Baldonado at bbaldonado@ihmschool.org.
 

Thursday Folders

Each Thursday IHM sends home a folder full of completed classwork, graded homework, tests, and informational flyers for each student. Parents are asked to review this work with their child and to use the flyers to stay informed of the school events.
 

Facebook

If you enjoy keeping up with friends on Facebook then "Like" IHM School and receive fun photos from our activities and achievements.
 

Special Events

The school frequently organizes special events such as Curriculum Night, Parent Appreciation Night, Parent Coffees, and Eagle Dining to name a few. These special gatherings are ideal for meeting other parents and learning more about our school.
 

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher Conferences are held in the Fall of each year for all students and in the Winter for middle school students. Report cards are distributed to the parents prior to all conferences.
 

Teacher Notes and Emails

At IHM, teachers have periodic written interaction with parents. In fact, students in grades K-2 have regularly scheduled class letters detailing events and projects. Parents are encouraged to contact their child's teacher via email if they have any questions, concerns, or if they would like to schedule an appointment to meet. A complete listing of emails can be found under the Contact Us tab in the Faculty and Staff article.
 

School Surveys

The School Administration is very interested in your feedback and will survey parents via periodic school surveys.