Have you viewed our decodable book videos? These videos go hand-in-hand with the books your child is bringing home, and the videos are updated each week. Please help us by reading with your child at home. Your partnership can make a big difference and help your child become a confident reader.
Kindergarten- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwWuqf_uEYJhzCar9UCKwguzsUGg3RKPp
First Grade- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwWuqf_uEYJjoNDTHofh4XKrbkBSXIuEP
Second Grade- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwWuqf_uEYJhM3DMRAuSEYX5B_GIi642x
Third Grade- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwWuqf_uEYJg56fotSkuP0EAPXf6XAC6g
Students of the Month: Andrea Zuniga, Tayvon Curtis, Danielle Hall
Staff Members of the Month: Amanda Barrs, Brittany Stinchcomb, Elizabeth Yawn
Thank you all for being positive examples in our school community. We’re proud of you and grateful for the difference you make at ICES!
Join us from 4:30–5:30 for an EPIC hour of fun, hands-on activities, and family fellowship as we dive into "Adventures in Story and History"! Don’t miss this "Power Hour"—see you there! 🎉✨
Again, please wait until 2:40 PM to line up for parent pickup in the front parking lot. This helps keep our dismissal process safe and efficient by waiting until 2:40 before lining up. Cones may be placed to block off the area until that time — we ask that everyone respect this procedure.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
ICHS Alumni Spotlight – Dr. Samantha Miller Fields, Class of 2005
After graduating from Irwin County High School in 2005, Dr. Samantha Miller Fields embarked on a path rooted in creativity, education, and leadership. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Art from Albany State University, followed by a Master’s and Specialist degree in Curriculum & Instruction. In 2023, she achieved a major milestone by earning her Doctorate in Teacher Leadership from Kennesaw State University — further empowering her mission to impact students and educators through the arts.
Today, Dr. Fields serves as the District Lead Art Teacher for the Dougherty County School System, overseeing visual arts instruction across 21 schools. She also holds key leadership roles at Dougherty Comprehensive High School as the Fine Arts Department Chair and Visual Art Teacher. Her work includes mentoring educators, expanding arts programs, and creating impactful opportunities for student expression and achievement.
Her leadership extends beyond the local level to national platforms. She is a member of the 2025–2026 National Cohort for the NAEA School for Art Leaders, collaborating with top art educators nationwide to strengthen visual arts education. As a Lowell Milken Center ArtEffect Ambassador (2024–2025), she champions student-driven art that tells the stories of unsung heroes, fostering civic engagement and historical awareness. She has also participated in the Georgia 2Gen Cohort through the Carl Vinson Institute, supporting strategies to break cycles of poverty through education and community collaboration.
Dr. Fields’ dedication has been widely recognized. She is a nine-time recipient of the Albany Kiwanis Club Teacher of Distinction award, a two-time Star Teacher at DCHS, and was named 2024 Teacher of the Year at Dougherty Comprehensive High School, where she was also honored as a Top 5 Finalist for District Teacher of the Year. Beyond the classroom, she serves on the Albany Museum of Art Board of Trustees and the Georgia Department of Education’s District Arts Coordinators Council. In 2025, she presented her work on a national stage at the Model Schools Conference in Washington, D.C.
Her passion for art and education was nurtured by the influence of three extraordinary ICHS teachers: Mrs. Ginger Thompson, Mrs. Roshanda Lingenfelter, and Mrs. Sonya Rankin. Mrs. Lingenfelter brought an unmatched energy to learning, making Dr. Fields eager to attend school each day. Mrs. Sonya Rankin deepened her love for art, offering not only technical guidance but also personal support that extended far beyond the classroom. When Dr. Fields earned her first art teaching position, Mrs. Rankin even took time from her summer to help her prepare — a gesture that Dr. Fields says solidified her passion and drive for the arts.
Dr. Fields is the wife of Terrence, the bonus mom of Jalen, and the proud mother of Tyler, Marley, and Dylan. From the art rooms of Albany to national leadership roles, she continues to inspire, lead, and elevate others — carrying the excellence of Irwin County High School with her every step of the way.
Thank you, Dr. Fields, for representing ICHS with creativity, leadership, and heart!
Join our ICES family and school community from 4:30 to 5:30 for an unforgettable Family Night featuring Adventures in Story and History! You won’t want to miss this Power Hour of fun, hands-on activities, and fellowship. See you there!
He demonstrated how to properly apply a tourniquet, pack a wound, and apply pressure to control bleeding. Students appreciated the opportunity to learn these valuable, real-world safety skills!
Piper Phillips, Chapter President, proudly represented us on stage.
Savannah Ellis competed in the Peanut Recipe Contest, baking a delicious treat called Elvis Bread.
Jaiden Hodge participated in the Themed Speech event, delivering an inspiring message on “Stay Connected.”
Nevaeh Sirmans, Josselin Lopez, and Jaiden Hodge collaborated to create a fantastic fair booth focused on the state event D.R.E.A.M.S.
We’re so proud of our members for their hard work, creativity, and teamwork!
Oct. 21st – Oct. 30th
Candy Grams are $1 each.
They may be bought in the front office or from the students’ homeroom teacher.
All Candy Grams & Money
are due by 12 PM on Oct. 30th!!
No Candy Grams can be bought after this time!!!!
Today in Food Science class, students learned about emulsions by making homemade mayonnaise! Using one egg, vegetable oil, and lemon juice with a hand-operated immersion blender, they got hands-on experience seeing how ingredients combine to form an emulsion.
While no one was a fan of the look or taste, students were surprised by how long it took for the mixture to solidify!
Students were greeted with the official Draft Pick Music as their names were called and they were “drafted” onto one of the three PBIS teams—Team Responsible, Team Respectful, or Team Safe. The celebration included a variety of fun, low-maintenance activities such as the PBIS Team Toss, Paper Football Challenge, and quick relay games that kept the energy high and the laughter rolling.
Throughout the event, students showed outstanding behavior, positive sportsmanship, and teamwork. Teachers and staff cheered on their teams, and everyone enjoyed the spirited, sports-themed atmosphere.
The ICMS PBIS Team would like to congratulate all students who earned their place in the PBIS Draft Party and remind everyone to continue being Responsible, Respectful, and Safe every day at Irwin County Middle School.
The cart, decked out in school spirit, featured a variety of fun and motivating items for students to choose from:
🍭 Candy – “You’re so sweet for showing up every day!”
✏️ Mechanical Pencils – “Stay sharp! Your attendance keeps your future bright!”
🍬 Gum – “You’re sticking with it! Keep showing up, and good things will stick too!”
The Roll Call Cart made its way through classrooms, spreading smiles and positive energy as teachers and staff congratulated students for their consistency and commitment. Perfect attendance is no small achievement, and ICMS is proud of these students for modeling what it means to be Respectful, Responsible, and Safe — both in the classroom and beyond.
👏 Congratulations to all of our ICMS Perfect Attendance students for the first nine weeks! Keep showing up, working hard, and being your best every day — because success starts with being present!
