IMMS News

2023 Football Review
The 2023 football season at IMMS Middle School was really exciting and special. The team had both 7th and 8th graders playing, and they all did an amazing job. 
ACE Golf Season Ends with Success: A Recap of the Enriching Experience
We are delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the ACE golf season, a journey filled with learning, progress, and excitement. This season, students immersed themselves in the world of golf, honing their skills on the picturesque grounds of Rockwood Golf Course every Wednesday. 
STEM Field Trip
On September 27, 2023, the students of Irma Marsh Middle School embarked on an exciting field trip to the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History as part of their STEM program. 
Community Block Party
The Irma Marsh Middle School Community Block Party kicked off the Castleberry ISD homecoming festivities and was a resounding success, bringing together families and students in a celebration of community spirit. 
Welcome to the 23/24 School Year!
Dear Irma Marsh Parents, We are so excited to be back in school for the 23/24 school year. I am truly honored to be back for my 2nd year as the principal of Irma Marsh Middle School. I can’t help but think about how these halls protected me and my teachers helped me grow when I attended IMMS. I love preparing students to head onto the alma mater I graduated from at Castleberry High School. As a River Oaks community member, I absolutely love seeing parents and students at the store and in my neighborhood. Nothing brings me more joy than being able to serve where I live. 
IMMS UIL Academics
Congratulations to all of the 6th grade students who attended the UIL Competition. We came home with 7 medals! Great job to all of our students competing. 
IMMS Theater Wins Big
Irma Marsh Middle School’s Lion Theatre Jr. won first place at the UIL One Act Play Competition held at Azle High School on Saturday, Feb. 4. 
7th Grade CTE Dinner
Class of 2028 (current, 7th grade) students and parents! Please join us at IMMS for dinner on February 16 to learn about high school pathways, credits and more.  
IMMS Volleyball Review
Despite our record for 8th grade B team, I am pleased to report our volleyball season had an all-around athletic success. 
IMMS Football Review
The teams worked hard this year learning the meaning of discipline and getting better everyday. The athletes became familiar with the Castleberry Athletics Program and were able to understand our high standards and discipline.  
IMMS Auditions for All-Region Band
The IMMS Lion Band had 50 students audition for placement at the ATSSB Region Band. Our students performed fantastically! Students have been practicing their music and site reading for months to prepare for this day. 
Theater 1 Showcase
The theatre one students performed a Halloween themed showcase highlighting what they had learned in theatre class so far this school year. 
Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.  
Welcome Back to IMMS!
We are so excited to welcome you to school this week. It is with great pleasure that I write this letter to you as the new principal of Irma Marsh Middle School. As a River Oaks community member, who attended IMMS and graduated from Castleberry High School, I am truly honored to serve here after being an assistant principal for 3 years. 
21-22 IMMS Teachers of the Year
​Irma Marsh Middle School is excited to announce two Teachers of the Year. Teachers of the Year are nominated and selected by their campus peers and announced at the campus awards ceremony held in May. Congratulations to Amber Hollis & Gavin Watson. Find out more about the 2021-2022 Teachers of the Year in the bios below. 
Girls Track: Meet of Champions
We were able to represent Irma Marsh Middle School with ten girls at the Meet of Champions this 2022 Season! Our 7th grade track team exceeded our expectations this year by qualifying all of our relay teams for the Big 5 Meet of Champions. 
Congrats IMMS Choir!
Congratulations to the IMMS Choirs for their excellent performances at UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluations last week in Aledo! The Tenor-Bass choir earned an excellent rating on stage and a first division in the Sight-Reading room, which was their first 1st division ever for this ensemble! 
World Read Aloud Day @ IMMS
For 13 years, World Read Aloud Day has celebrated the power of reading aloud and bringing people together through the shared connection of reading. This global effort is recognized annually in over 173 countries and right here at Irma Marsh Middle School.  
8th Grade Course Selection
CHS Counseling Team and CCMR Presents High School Course Selections for 8th Grade
Castleberry High School counselors and the district’s College, Career, and Military Readiness teams are teaming up to present high school course selections for 8th grade. Parents and guardians of current 8th grade students are encouraged to attend this event live online or watch the recording, which will be available at the conclusion of the live stream.  
Celebrating the 2nd Six Weeks
Last week, we were able to celebrate all of our students with Perfect Attendance, A Honor Roll, A/B Honor Roll, and Student of the Week!  
Understanding HB4545
Did you know that in compliance with House Bill 4545, IMMS is providing mandatory accelerated instruction for students who did not take or did not pass one or more of their STAAR assessments during the 2020-2021 school year? 
Region 30 ATSSB Middle School Band Competition
On November 13th, 18 IMMS Honor Band student members auditioned for placement in the Region 30 ATSSB Middle School Band. 
Creative Writing at Irma Marsh
7th-grade English Reading Language Arts teacher, Mr. Knudsen, hosts the Creative Writing Club and writing contests at Irma Marsh. Ever since he was in elementary school, Mr. Knudsen has seen writing as both a form of self-expression and an escape from some of the many challenges in life. He hopes that the club and contests inspire students to write creatively as well.  
Choir Students Advance to Regionals
On October 9, 2021, the Irma Marsh MS Lion Choir competed in the Region 30 Choir auditions. Almost 900 students competed that day. 
Celebrating the 1st Six Weeks
Today during lunch, we were able to celebrate all of our students with Perfect Attendance, A Honor Roll, A/B Honor Roll, and Student of the Week!  
Tarrant County Crime Stoppers
Vandalism of school property is a ticket-able offense and students will be fully prosecuted or monetary restitution may be attached with the offense. 
Gifted and Talented Student Nominations
Nominations for the Castleberry ISD Gifted and Talented (GT) Program will be accepted beginning September 20 through October 1. 
IMMS Soccer Stars
We want to highlight two of our amazing 6th grade students: Melany and Abigail. These two young people have competed in the National Tournament for club soccer. They even made it to the semi-finals! 
Upcoming STAAR Information
I am so proud of our students and staff this year. Although they have endured some unprecedented challenges as a result of the global pandemic, they have shown such resilience and a commitment to excellence! 
IMMS wins at UIL Academics!
The University Interscholastic League offers the most comprehensive program of academic competition in the nation. UIL Academics offers more activities than any other UIL division, with 30 contests at the high school level and 20 A+ Academic contests for grades 2-8. More than half a million students participate in UIL academic contests each year. 
7th Grade Writing STAAR on 4/6
The 7th Grade Writing STAAR will be held Tuesday, April 6th at IMMS. All 7th grade students are required to take STAAR in person at IMMS. STAAR tests are an important way to gauge your child’s learning this year and make plans to address any areas of concern.  
North Texas Teen Book Festival
The Irma Marsh Library celebrated Reading Across America Week by visiting the North Texas Teen Book Festival (NTTBF) in a virtual event. The NTTBF is a free one-day festival that promotes reading and celebrates both middle grade and young adult literature. 
Virtual District Science Fair
Students in grades three through eight have been working hard all year on their projects to prepare for this event. The top winners in each classroom were selected to compete at the district level.  
PACE Saturdays - Free additional help for your child!
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our lives in ways we could not have imagined. The way we educate children has had to shift rapidly in order to ensure that every child has the same opportunity to learn and doesn’t fall behind or miss opportunities to excel 
Benchmark Instructions
Benchmarks will be held December 14-17 at IMMS. If you are an in person learner, you will report to campus to test. If you are a remote learner whose parent filled out the confirmation, you will also report to campus to test. 
Notification of IMMS Fall Benchmarks
IMMS will be administering fall benchmarks the week of Dec. 14 - 18. Benchmarks are considered semester exams and will count as a major grade for each of your student’s classes. It is important to ensure your student is in attendance during these important exams. 
All In-Person Students Learn Remotely Leading up to Thanksgiving Break
Introducing the New Irma Marsh Middle School!
CISD Family, As many of you know, in December of 2018, Castleberry ISD began major renovations and additions to Irma Marsh Middle School. The renovations and additions addressed instructional and collaboration spaces, Career and Technology classrooms, a new Fine Arts wing, science labs, and a new library which is located on the second floor. In addition, the cost to renovate and make the needed additions to IMMS was just under $25 million, which CISD paid for without having to pass a bond issue. 
COVID Reentry Game Plan
IMMS COVID Re-entry Game Plan
IMMS families - We are so thrilled to see our students on Monday, September 28th for in person instruction. Our main focuses this year are Health & Safety For All, Student Success: Whatever it Takes, and Positive Environment For All. 
Celebrate Dot Day!
Dot day, a book by Peter Reynolds, tells a story about a girl who doubts her ability to draw but is encouraged by a wonderful teacher.  
CISD Red Bevel Apple Logo
20-21 First Day of School
Our first day of school is August 12! We can't wait to begin the 2020-2021 school year. Teachers have been working hard to prepare their remote classrooms and Canvas courses for students.  
Device Pickup & Meet the Teacher
Welcome to the 20/21 school year, IMMS families. There's a lot of important dates coming up. First is our device distribution.  
Welcome message from Principal Karelyn Roberts
Hello IMMS Families! I am very excited to join the IMMS family as your principal. The opportunity to lead this school is such a blessing and I am looking forward to meeting you all.