Intermediate School

5th grade student got to take a trip to the high school this morning to watch the SSHS drama students perform in Junie B. Jones The Musical! It was a fun time for all! 🎭 #ssis #PantherNation

Our 6th grade students got to visit the CTE (Career and Technical Education) Fair this morning! The CTE classes showcase different pathways to graduation and the diverse options of classes at middle school and high school. A big thank you to Ms. Marroquin and her CTE students for putting this on! #ssis #PantherNation 🐾❤️

Heads up, parents ‼️Long 3-day weekend ahead. Our schools will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Way to start the day right, Miss Harper! She earned herself a BUS WOW this morning! We are so proud of you! #ssis #panthernation 🐾🏆

We want to congratulate our BEST IN CLASS winners for the month of December!

6th Grade - Mr. Schultz's Advisory
5th Grade - Mrs. Thurstenson's Advisory

Woo hoo! Way to go! #ssis #PantherNation 🏆🏆🏆

Our Panther Pals met today to create 2026 vision boards! Great job Panther Pals! #SSIS #PantherNation 🐾❤️

Heads up ❗As the new year progresses, we want to remind families that flu season is ramping up. We highly encourage parents to please do daily checks, and if your child has a fever, keep them home so we can limit the spread. Thank you!

Congratulations SILAS! He got a BUS WOW this morning! Woo hoo! 🥳🏆🐾 #ssis #PantherNation

Here are our PAWS winners for December! PAWS awards are our monthly character award given to students who exhibit the following traits:

P-Positive Attitude
A-Act responsible and respectful
W-Work Hard
S-Stay Safe

CONGRATS to our winners! We are proud of you! 🏆🐾❤️ #SSIS #PantherNation

🎄 Holiday Break Reminder 🎄As we head into the festive season, we want to remind our families that Christmas Break begins December 22 and continues through January 6. Students will return to school on Wednesday, January 7.

Please note that all school and district offices will be closed from December 22–January 2. Offices will reopen on Monday, January 5.

We hope you enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season with your loved ones! ✨

Who has the best PTO around? WE DO. 👏 A huge thank-you to our amazing PTO and volunteers for stopping by with hot chocolate and treats today. It was the perfect pick-me-up to help us power through one more day! ☕🍫

Monday - Rudolph Day ✅ Tuesday - Grinch Day ✅ It's turned out to be a pretty great week here at IS! Lots of holiday spirit and participation. Don't forget that tomorrow is PAJAMA DAY, and Friday is wear your favorite Santa shirt or holiday gear. 🎅

Yesterday morning, our band students proudly showcased their talents for the entire student body and staff! 🎼 If you didn’t already know, our band program is among the best in the state. The same outstanding instructors who guide our high school musicians to top placements at state each year also work with our younger Panthers, building excellence from the ground up. Our band directors travel across multiple campuses to provide top-notch musical instruction—and it truly shows. Fantastic job, IS band students! #Limitless

We were so excited to host a Special Olympics Young Athletes event at our school last Friday! Our students had an amazing time learning, playing, and cheering one another on while building friendships and confidence. The joy, teamwork, and smiles filled the building, and we are so proud of everyone who participated. We can’t wait for the opportunity to work together again and continue celebrating inclusion and community! #Limitless

Do you have concerns about your child's development or progress in school ❓Child Find is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 that requires states to locate, identify, and evaluate all children with disabilities who need early intervention or special education services. If you believe your child could benefit from special education services, we encourage you to contact us. Special Education Co-Directors ⬇️

🟢 Shawna Asencio-Porter - asencios@gosiloam.com | 479-524-3191 ext. 10212
🟢 Rebecca Walker - walkerr@gosiloam.com | 479-524-3191 ext. 10207

We’re kicking off this Thursday morning with a BUS WOW — and Ty, you are a rockstar! Wondering how students earn a Bus WOW? It’s simple: bus drivers award them to students who consistently show respectful, positive behavior while riding the bus. Not only do they get a shoutout on social media (every kid’s dream!), but they also get to choose a special treat from the prize box in the front office. #Limitless

Do you ever want to show support for your child's teacher but don't know how? Now is your chance! Our Intermediate PTO is hosting a Christmas Happy Wagon on Thursday, December 18th. 🎄 This "wagon" will go door to door, and teachers/staff will be able to choose from hot cocoa, apple cider, and a variety of sweet treats. Maybe you can contribute financially by buying an item in the link below, or maybe you can contribute with your time and volunteer to hand out these treats to staff! Either way, it's a small way to say thank you to our educators who give their all to our students. Click here to sign up for the happy wagon: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CAEAE2CA1F4C25-60981498-christmas#/

Winter weather may move into our area tomorrow, and we’re keeping a close eye on the radar as conditions continue to develop. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will make decisions with that in mind. If anything changes, we will share updates with you as soon as possible through our regular communication channels. Stay warm, stay safe, and thank you for your patience as we navigate the weather together!