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OUR Vision
At IHMS, we inspire life-long learners through empowering students to learn, communicate, and build lasting relationships.
Our Mission
We provide an equitable learning environment while creating positive relationships that will prepare ALL students to meet the challenges of school, work, and life in a global community.
School News
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How Early Literacy and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Shape Our Students’ Future
Reading is more than just a pastime; it's a vital tool for academic success and personal growth. Students who fall behind in reading may struggle to meet important benchmarks and face the possibility of being held back a grade. But there’s good news—encouraging strong reading habits early on can make all the difference.
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Sold at your hometown SONIC of AMITE through the end of football Season.
A percentage of sales will be donated to IHMS.
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Reading Assistance Available to K-5th Grade Students
Thanks to the Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program, K-5th grade students may be eligible for a $1,500 digital voucher to support literacy tutoring.
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TPSS Coffee Talks with Superintendent Stilley
Join Superintendent Stilley on FB Live for our weekly Coffee Talks!
Every Tuesday @ 2:30
https://www.facebook.com/Tangischool
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We are excited to announce that TPSS has a new mobile App!
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Which bus will my child ride? Find the answer to this and more transportation questions by visiting us online.
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Our Core Values help to set the stage for a postive learning environment.
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Join our team of excellent educators.
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Need help getting started with enrolling your child to attend our schools? Visit us Online
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Let's work together to the make the most of your child's educational experience. Reach out with questions or concerns.
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Get Engaged by attending or viewing a School Board meeting. Let's work together to plan for the successful education of our students.
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Set up your account and pay most school fees with School Cash Online.
All cafeteria fees will still be paid through My Schoolbucks.
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Looking to make a move? Now is a great time to consider it! Tangischools is offering a one-time $15,000 recruitment stipend for New Teachers to TPSS.
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TPSS is looking for reliable School Bus Attendants to assist with morning and afternoon routes.
School Bus Attendant Interest Form
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Business Department
Visit our Business Department page for our Annual Operating Budget and Comprehensive Finanical Reports.
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Family Toolkit
Our Family Toolkit is a directory of information which will help you find the information you need quickly!
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The P3 platform enables the public to share information anonymously with Crime Stoppers programs, law enforcement entities, schools, and large corporations around the world. If you have crime or safety-related information that may be deemed useful in your community, submit a tip via the P3 web page – or download the P3 Tips App for iPhone or android devices.